Tighe Blackadar, LCSW


Clinical Director, Therapist

Tighe earned his Bachelor of Arts in English and Outdoor Education in 2011 and his Master of Social Work (MSW) in 2015 from the University of New Hampshire. He is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Maine. Since 2012, Tighe has worked with youth in a range of settings, including community mental health, school social work, and outdoor adventure-based programs.Tighe’s therapeutic approach draws from evidence-based modalities including adventure-based psychotherapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Social Work. His clinical work integrates experiential learning and relational connection as core tools for growth. He believes in the healing benefits of time spent in nature and the power of connection. Outside of his clinical work, Tighe enjoys traveling, playing with his dogs, and spending time in the backcountry.

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Samantha Blackadar, LCSW

Executive Director

Samantha earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and Master’s degree in Social Work from the University of New Hampshire. With a clinical social work background, she has provided therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults in various settings, including intensive home-based services, schools, and outpatient care. As Executive Director of Wild North Counseling, Samantha oversees business operations and strategic direction, ensuring the practice remains a supportive and sustainable environment for both clients and clinicians. Outside of work, Sam enjoys outdoor adventures, spending time with her dogs, and savoring a good cup of coffee.

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Ty Wyman, MSW Intern


Therapist Intern

Ty obtained a bachelor’s degree in social work in 2025 from the University of Southern Maine. They are currently seeking to gain a master’s in social work from the University of Southern Maine and will earn a degree in 2026. They have been engaged with the veteran’s community at the university through working to create Veterans cultural awareness training for staff and students who attend the university. Taking this training further by providing it to social workers across the state through a previous internship at the National Association of Social Works – Maine Chapter. Ty has also been a camp counselor for a youth 4H camp in Maine that taught valuable outdoor skills and the importance of experiential learning in nature. When Ty is not working, they enjoy hiking and experiencing the outdoors as much as possible.

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