Our team

Meet the Curless
Psychology team.

Meet the people who bring care, perspective, and a personal connection to your evaluation.

Dr. Michael Curless smiling in his Ellsworth office
Clinical psychologist
Independent practice since 2001.

Experienced. Personal. Whole-person care.

Meet Dr. Michael
Curless, Ph.D.

Clinical experience. A complete view of your story.

  • A Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology and an independent practice established in 2001.
  • Looks beyond symptoms and test scores to the developmental, cognitive, emotional, behavioral, and environmental factors behind them.
  • Considers possible contributing factors, including trauma, significant life events, and medication effects.
  • Combines comprehensive psychological testing with advanced analytical methods to clarify complex diagnostic questions.
More about Dr. Curless

The people behind your care

A shared commitment
to understanding.

Mailena

Mailena

Psychological Testing Assistant

Passionate about access to care and supporting people as they make sense of difficult experiences.

Background

B.A. Psychology, Thomas College · M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Plymouth State University

Heather

Heather

Psychological Testing Assistant

Brings an interest in trauma, addiction, and supporting veterans and first responders.

Background

B.A. Psychology, Southern New Hampshire University · A.A. Substance Abuse Counseling, Mohave Community College

Sara V.

Sara V.

Testing Assistant & Mental Health Clinician

An interest in neurodevelopmental differences, trauma, and mood connects her assessment and clinical work.

Background

B.S. Psychology, Husson University · M.S. Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Bellevue University

Sarah K.

Sarah K.

Psychological Testing Assistant

Brings a perspective that considers the whole person to psychological testing and client support.

Background

B.A. Psychology, minor in Holistic Integrative Health, University of Southern Maine

Elizabeth

Elizabeth

Psychological Testing Assistant

Dedicated to creating a calm, welcoming experience, with a particular interest in supporting people affected by cancer.

Background

B.S. Psychology · Clinical Mental Health Counseling studies, Husson University

Opal

Opal

Psychological Testing Assistant

Values a holistic approach to mental wellness, recognizing each person’s experiences, strengths, and needs in thoughtful psychological testing and client care.

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