David Arena, B.S., MEd, MA, MBA, JD, PsyD, LPC, LCPC, NBFCCH

I bring 35 years of professional experience as a counselor, therapist, hypnotherapist, and healer to empower you to achieve your goals, improve your quality of life, and embrace your purpose and meaning.

I am a "regular guy" kind of therapist. I don't usually wear a tie (though I have been known to wear a fedora or other hat). I try not to speak in psychobabble. I bring 35 years of experience to the counseling relationship. I operate from a strengths-based perspective, empowering my clients to make positive changes in their lives. My "ideal" clients are those individuals who value their privacy and confidentiality and want to work from a strengths-based perspective. I want to work with people who want to improve their quality of life, not stay static in a "sick" or "victim" role. I enjoy seeing people leave therapy feeling better.

I have earned a BS in Biology from Ursinus College, an MEd in Counseling Psychology from Rutgers University, an MBA in Healthcare Administration from California Pacific University, & an MA/PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) in Clinical Psychology & a JD in law all from Widener University.
I have had tremendous success in treating a variety of issues and symptoms including but not limited to: anxiety, OCD, PTSD, depression, substance use, medical illnesses (chronic pain, IBS, Chrohn's disease, etc.), sexual dysfunction, smoking cessation, insomnia & eating disorders. I believe helping people find purpose, meaning, and connection is crucial.
I specialize in hypnotherapy but don't be scared off by images of hypnotism you have seen on TV. You won't be clucking like a dog or barking like a chicken. If this is too scary, we can find an approach that is right for you and fits your way of thinking & perspective on change. I am currently accepting online clients in Maine and Pennsylvania.

In 35 years in practice, I have seen most issues but I never assume any issue or symptom is more important that my client's perspective on that issue. I don't know exactly how you feel, no one does, but I am willing to listen without judgment in an effort to find a path to your optimal functioning. There is no one size fits all treatment or miracle cure. Psychotherapy and counseling are about a connection between a therapist or counselor and a client who is ready for help in addressing those parts of their life that feels out of control or in need of an overhaul or change. I am a guide/coach/mentor for this change process or journey.



I am accepting clients online only. I am available Tuesdays thru Thursdays 7AM to 6PM as well as limited hours on Mondays and Fridays. You can schedule your own initial session now at: https://care.headway.co/providers/david-arena?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=173897

I do accept most major insurances but am not a MaineCare or Medicaid provider. I do accept private pay for those who wish to avoid the label of a psychiatric diagnosis. I have a sliding scale available as well.