Ann Soule

Ann Soule is a licensed mental health professional based in Maine with 19 years of experience. She is married, a mother of two, and a grandmother of two, one of whom has autism. Ann holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development and Family Relations and a Master’s degree in Counselor Education. She is licensed in Maine as a professional clinical counselor, is certified to supervise other clinicians, and also holds national certification as a counselor.

For many years Ann has worked in substance use treatment and currently serves full time as the Program Manager of an Opioid Treatment Center where Medication Assisted Treatment - including methadone and Suboxone - is part of the recovery process. Her professional focus has centered on substance use disorders, particularly opioid and alcohol addiction, along with the mental health concerns that often accompany addictive behaviors.

Ann recognizes that substances are frequently used to avoid painful underlying experiences and trauma, and that these patterns commonly lead to depression, anxiety, grief, and a diminished sense of self. She also addresses the collateral impacts of addiction such as strained relationships, family disconnection, career and financial difficulties, and the risk of trading one addiction for another. Continuing her professional growth, Ann is completing a 60-hour training in gambling addiction and plans to pursue certification as a financial therapist to better integrate mental health and money issues.

She is an LGBTQ+ ally and welcomes work with individuals, families, and friends. Ann practices eclectically, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Prolonged Exposure, Gestalt, and Solution-Focused approaches, and she incorporates play, art techniques, and dream processing when helpful. Her therapeutic philosophy emphasizes harm reduction, meeting clients where they are, serving as a guide at the side, and recognizing and celebrating progress both large and small. She invites people to take the next step toward their goals with encouragement and practical support.