AMHC Announces Elisha Benson as Program Director
AMHC is pleased to announce the appointment of Elisha Benson as Program Director of Behavioral Health Services for Washington and Hancock counties. Elisha brings experience as a therapist, clinical consultant, and healthcare leader, and will support the continued delivery of mental health and substance use services across the region.
Empowering Recovery Through Shared Experience and Support
Meet Sarah Aila, a Peer Recovery Coach at AMHC’s Outpatient Office in Ellsworth. Peer Recovery Coaching is an option that AMHC offers as a part of substance use disorder treatment. Sarah discusses how she started her role, what her process looks like, and what it means to demonstrate hope and strength through recovery.
Managing Holiday Stress: Your Guide to a Calmer Season
The holidays don’t have to be overwhelming. Discover practical strategies for managing holiday stress, including setting boundaries, simplifying traditions, and prioritizing self-care. Learn to recognize when stress becomes serious and find the support you need. Create a calmer, more meaningful season on your terms.
Caring For the Caregiver: Preventing Burnout
November is National Family Caregivers Month. Caregiving is rewarding but demanding. Learn to recognize the warning signs of caregiver burnout, including compassion fatigue, social isolation, and financial strain. Discover mental health resources and support available to help you care for yourself while caring for others.
Ecotherapy-Trained Counselor Joins AMHC in Calais
Meet Eunice Francis, the newest counselor at AMHC’s Calais office. With ecotherapy training and extensive experience in behavioral health coordination, she offers clients a unique therapeutic approach that connects mental wellness with the healing power of nature. Serving adults, children, and families in Washington County.
AMHC Welcomes Sonya Keene to Presque Isle Team
A familiar face returns to Aroostook County with valuable expertise. Meet the licensed clinical social worker who’s returning to her roots in Aroostook County with specialized training in eating disorder treatment. Find out how Sonya Keene, LCSW, is expanding access to vital mental health services for clients of all ages.
Depression Signs You Shouldn’t Ignore at Any Age
Depression looks different at every age. Learn to recognize the signs in children, adults, and older adults, understand common misconceptions about depression, and discover how to take the first step toward help. AMHC offers counseling, care coordination, and support when you need it most.
ADHD in Daily Life: Symptoms at Home, School, Work
October is ADHD Awareness Month. This guide explains what ADHD is, clears up common myths, and shares practical everyday tools for kids, teens, and adults. Learn symptoms, impacts, executive function challenges, and strengths plus tips for routines, checklists, timers, accommodations, and how to seek help.
Share Facts Save Lives Adds AUD Resources
Share Facts Save Lives (SFSL), a program of AMHC, has expanded to include Alcohol Use Disorder resources. Learn what AUD is, the factors that influence it, and how prevention, harm reduction, and recovery supports can help individuals, families, and communities.
AMHC Promotes Lori Deschaine to Chief Operating Officer
AMHC names Lori Deschaine Chief Operating Officer. A 27-year AMHC leader, she grew from frontline roles to guiding programs and earning national accreditation for Children’s Advocacy Centers in Aroostook and Downeast. Lori brings steady leadership to AMHC’s work across Northern and Eastern Maine.