Theresa Flannery-Blachura

Theresa Flannery-Blachura is an LCSW who provides thoughtful, practical therapy to people in Maine and beyond. She has 16 years of experience helping people cope with anxiety, trauma, relationship strain, and stresses that come with caregiving and parenting.

Theresa creates an affirming space for LGBTQ+ individuals and for people exploring questions of sexuality and self-love. Sessions focus on clear, doable steps to reduce overwhelm and improve day-to-day functioning. She listens for what matters most and helps clients name realistic goals.

Theresa offers help with communication problems, social anxiety, panic, mood concerns, and the aftermath of traumatic experiences. She often works with people who feel isolated or who are balancing heavy caregiving responsibilities. In conversation she prioritizes practical tools alongside deeper reflection.

Her style is collaborative and down-to-earth. Theresa and the person she is working with map out priorities, try strategies, and notice what is changing. Progress can be steady and concrete, focused on skills that make daily life easier.

People choosing therapy with Theresa typically want both compassion and clear direction. She supports exploration of identity and relationships while attending to immediate needs like reducing panic, improving sleep, or easing constant worry. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.

Approach-focused online therapy that fits your life

Theresa draws on evidence-based therapeutic techniques that combine skill-building with personal exploration. One common approach she uses emphasizes building coping skills for anxiety and panic through step-by-step practices that reduce symptoms and improve day-to-day functioning. Another approach centers on trauma-informed care, which pays attention to how past experiences affect present reactions and focuses on pacing, safety, and rebuilding a sense of control.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work together. Theresa works collaboratively with each person to identify goals and preferences, then adapts techniques based on what helps most. Clients and therapist check in regularly to see what feels useful and what needs to change.

If you are considering online therapy, confirm the available session formats before booking since the biography does not list them. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules, reduce travel time, and allow for shorter check-ins when needed. It can also let people connect from different locations, which can be helpful for international clients. Theresa will help match the practical format to your needs so therapy supports your day-to-day life.