Absolute Happiness Psychotherapy and Consultation, PLLC

Absolute Happiness Psychotherapy and Consultation (Andrea Tolbert)

Andrea Tolbert (LCSW, MBA, MHRT/CSP) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Absolute Happiness Psychotherapy and Consultation in Portland Maine. “Absolute Happiness” is a Buddhist concept which asserts that happiness is internal and that it is the result of personal growth that cannot be shaken by life’s difficulties. The Absolute Happiness Approach is an eclectic model rooted in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)/ rational emotive therapy (RET) with components of solution focused, narrative, motivational interviewing, object relations, harm reduction, strength-based, problem solving, and mindfulness therapies/theories. Andrea Tolbert uses the following therapeutic treatment methods:

1. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR)
2. Prolonged Exposure (PE)
3. Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT)
4. Seeking Safety
5. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I)
6. Laughter Yoga (LY)

Andrea is a military veteran and Master of Social Work (MSW) graduate of the University of South Florida-Tampa. Her studies, internships, certificates, and prior experience has allowed her to gain expertise in treating and counseling a range of issues including addiction and substance abuse, marital and family therapy, veteran reintegration, trauma recovery, and LGBTQI concerns. For more information about her specialties and qualifications and to contact her for appointment scheduling please visit her website.