Amy Davenport Dakin, LCPC, LCMHC Amy Jajliardo, LCPC-C

First Responders are faced with traumatic experiences on a regular basis as part of their jobs.  They have unique challenges that have a long term impact on their personal and professional lives. Collectively we have over 25 years experience working with this population.  We specialize in trauma treatment with First Responders and EMS personnel and as well as their family members.   We are certified and have extensive experience with Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and Crisis Management.  We are certified with the IAFF Peer Support Training Program and act as peer support clinicians.  Amy Davenport Dakin is the director of the Behavioral Health Program for the Professional Fire Fighters of Maine

Our focus is to help first responders and veterans heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing treatment.  Many have experienced the healing effects of listening and being validated in the therapeutic environment.  Amy Davenport Dakin is EMDR certified, CISD, a Certified First Responder Counselor, a Certified Trauma Counselor as well as dually licensed with Maine and New Hampshire.  Telehealth services are available.  Face to Face sessions are available in Readfield, Maine.  In addition to therapy services we  provide connection to other vetted providers and resources.  On site trainings are available.  See download section for more details under Training and Consultation Services.  

New Perceptions, Inc. is dedicated to the treatment and education for the first responder community, their families and retirees in Maine and New Hampshire. Our primary goal is to increase resiliency and wellness for the first responder community in a caring and compassionate environment. New Perceptions, Inc. is unique in that it is driven by the needs and experiences of first responders.  

New Perceptions is a fast growing practice that provides counseling services, education, peer support training/consultation and CISM interventions. We offer a hybrid model to meet the needs throughout the state. 

New Perceptions is excited to announce a new team member! 

Amy Jajliardo is a newly minted, conditionally licensed LCPC.  She graduated with the first cohort from UMF's new Master's in Counseling with an Emphasis in Creative Arts.  She returned to school after 27 years as a military wife and 26 years as a stay at home, homeschooling Mom.  Her dream, in going back for her Masters, was to be able to "help the helpers".  She has been a peer mentor to caregivers of Veterans and saw how easily it is for those on the frontlines of caring to get forgotten. She is also an Army Reserves Veteran and served as a Combat Medic.  She is enthusiastic about working with first responders, veterans and has a special interest in working with family members. Amy can be reached through New Perceptions or by calling (207) 200-1265

Professional Firefighters of Maine Peer Support Team

Team Members and Phone Numbers

Michael Crouse, Director: (207)239-2625
Mike Scott, Deputy Director: [207] 576-2234 

Amy Davenport Dakin, LCMHC, LCPC, Clinician: (207)941-0010 | (603)257-0258

Gerry Gay, District 1 Peer Leader: (207) 651-5944 

Tom Lafferty, District 2 Peer Leader: (609) 502-4800 

Carl Anderson, District 3 Peer Leader: [207] 831-9323 

Ronnie Green, District 4 Peer Leader: (207)944-5366 

Kyle Moser, District 5 Peer Leader: [315] 868-9282

Crisis Numbers:

Firestrong: 1-844-525-FIRE (3473)

Maine Crisis Team 1-888-568-1112

Crisis Text Line: Text Hello to 741741

IAFF Center of Excellence 1-833-300-3765

* * TO ACCESS A PEER SUPPORT MEMBER PLEASE CONTACT ONE OF THE MEMBERS ABOVE TO BE TRIAGED TO A PEER MEMBER. IF REQUESTED SOMEONE CAN BE OBTAINED OUTSIDE YOUR DEPARTMENT AND SURROUNDING AREA

Other Treatment Programs and Providers have been vetted. Contact one of us for more information.