Maxine Burton

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

I have been trained utilizing this approach. This is the primary therapy approach that I utilize in my practice as I find it to be highly effective in treating a variety of issues and problems. ACT is an approach that provides people with the skills and knowledge needed to maximize their strengths, cope with the vicissitudes of life, and find meaning and purpose in their lives.

Solution Focused Brief Therapy

I received training in this approach earlier in my career and continue to find it to be a useful approach to utilize, depending on the issue(s) that are being addressed.

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

I received extensive training in this approach and have utilized this approach to effectively treat individuals with various issues and challenges including anxiety and depression.

Women's Issues

This is an area of practice that I have cultivated as I enjoy accompanying women through the process of exploration and growth. I have extensive experience in this area of practice.

Relationship / Marriage Issues

I have treated individuals and couples with relationship issues for over thirty years. I also have a great deal of experience with people who are in the midst of relationship transition, considering co-habitation/marriage, and/or separation and divorce.

Adjustment Disorder

I have treated individuals and couples, and undergoing various types of adjustments and challenges.

Anxiety

I have been trained in the use of cognitive behavioral therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy to treat various types of anxiety. I was in affiliated with the Anxiety Disorders Clinic in Lake Oswego, Oregon, for over ten years where I treated children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety disorders.

Depression

I have extensive experience treating individuals with mood issues and have received training in therapy approaches that have been researched to be effective with these disorders.