Contact · refer a case

Begin with a general conversation.

Ask about current availability, fit, scope, and timing. Initial consultations are confidential and without obligation.

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For attorneys

Share the case stage, general timeline, type of support needed, and whether funding is PDS or private. Save names and sensitive facts for a secure follow-up.

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For individuals

You may contact Creating Belief directly. For an active criminal case, mitigation services are generally coordinated through or with authorization from defense counsel.

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For families

Reach out to understand the process, discuss general needs, and learn how mitigation or reentry planning may be coordinated with defense counsel.

Direct contact

Creating Belief

Forensic Mitigation & Reentry Planning

Hartford, Maine

Laura.catevenis@creatingbelief.comdavid.patterson@creatingbelief.com207-740-5204

Maine PDS Expert Resource

PDS-funded & privately retained cases accepted

Serving criminal defense attorneys throughout Maine

Limited active caseload

We respond promptly and treat every inquiry with discretion.

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