Addiction Therapists in Pelham, MA
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Ryoen Elizabeth Drewello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
My clinical specialties also include: grief and loss, spiritual counseling, working with psychological barriers to meditation practice, finding alternatives to “higher power” in addiction recovery, spiritual abuse/deconversion, as well as providing support to all members of the rainbow family.
Currently full with a waitlist; we are running some therapy groups now for those interested. Please feel free to reach out for a consult to join the waitlist or a group! I work with clients who are feeling that they are ready to get well, even if they do not know what that looks like, or even if its possible. I aim to help those who are tired of being told they need to wait to "deal with trauma". Frequently my clients tell me they have figured out how to get through the day, but they are not living their best life.
My clinical specialties also include: grief and loss, spiritual counseling, working with psychological barriers to meditation practice, finding alternatives to “higher power” in addiction recovery, spiritual abuse/deconversion, as well as providing support to all members of the rainbow family.
Currently full with a waitlist; we are running some therapy groups now for those interested. Please feel free to reach out for a consult to join the waitlist or a group! I work with clients who are feeling that they are ready to get well, even if they do not know what that looks like, or even if its possible. I aim to help those who are tired of being told they need to wait to "deal with trauma". Frequently my clients tell me they have figured out how to get through the day, but they are not living their best life.
Wade Lindsay Chartier
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Amherst, MA 01002
Waitlist for new clients
Wade is a LADC licensed in CT and MA who specializes in the comprehensive treatment of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. She has a person-centered, individualized, and holistic approach to treatment. She uses evidenced based therapy such as EMDR, Solutions-focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT. Her focus is to encourage and support you to find your inner strengths and motivations for success. Wade will work with you on relapse prevention, finding solutions to problems or issues you may be experiencing now. Listening to your concerns and preferences; helping you maintain your recovery.
Wade is a LADC licensed in CT and MA who specializes in the comprehensive treatment of addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. She has a person-centered, individualized, and holistic approach to treatment. She uses evidenced based therapy such as EMDR, Solutions-focused therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and CBT. Her focus is to encourage and support you to find your inner strengths and motivations for success. Wade will work with you on relapse prevention, finding solutions to problems or issues you may be experiencing now. Listening to your concerns and preferences; helping you maintain your recovery.
Amy Siege
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, MA 01002
I offer individual therapy and specialize in treating depression, anxiety and addiction. I work from the belief that meaningful change is possible, and offer a supportive judgement free environment where we can work together to achieve your goals. I believe that every client comes with a unique background and history, and by exploring it together we can identify goals and overcome obstacles that will lead towards meaningful change.
I offer individual therapy and specialize in treating depression, anxiety and addiction. I work from the belief that meaningful change is possible, and offer a supportive judgement free environment where we can work together to achieve your goals. I believe that every client comes with a unique background and history, and by exploring it together we can identify goals and overcome obstacles that will lead towards meaningful change.
Gail Fries, LICSW, SEP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
(NOTE: I have little to no availability. ) Do you struggle with the effects of a difficult childhood, have an addiction, had a life-changing accident, or experienced an abusive or controlling relationship? If so, you probably don't enjoy life as much as you'd like. Our work will be both a partnership and an exploration, working at your pace. I'm trained as a psychotherapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I value working collaboratively, at your pace, towards building greater resilience, feeling safer, and resolving areas of difficulty so that you can enjoy yourself, your relationships and your life more.
(NOTE: I have little to no availability. ) Do you struggle with the effects of a difficult childhood, have an addiction, had a life-changing accident, or experienced an abusive or controlling relationship? If so, you probably don't enjoy life as much as you'd like. Our work will be both a partnership and an exploration, working at your pace. I'm trained as a psychotherapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I value working collaboratively, at your pace, towards building greater resilience, feeling safer, and resolving areas of difficulty so that you can enjoy yourself, your relationships and your life more.
Sara Silvia
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
My mission is to create a healing space for you to feel safe and understood. I specialize in helping people recover from trauma, eating and body image issues, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Together we make sense of seemingly illogical or out of proportion reactions and responses. I believe even the most challenging parts of our personalities are creative adaptations developed to help us survive, and that true healing involves honoring these parts of ourselves, while working to find beneficial pathways in the present.
My mission is to create a healing space for you to feel safe and understood. I specialize in helping people recover from trauma, eating and body image issues, addiction, anxiety, and depression. Together we make sense of seemingly illogical or out of proportion reactions and responses. I believe even the most challenging parts of our personalities are creative adaptations developed to help us survive, and that true healing involves honoring these parts of ourselves, while working to find beneficial pathways in the present.
Theodore Chelmow
Counselor, PhD, MEd MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
Providing Massachusetts statewide services. Mental health issues are at an all time high. It's ok to ask for help. Please don't struggle alone. Dr. Chelmow has > 30 years in the mental health field - focusing on work, family, education, financial & social problems to quickly help reduce anxiety, depression, family issues & substance abuse. He has worked as a business executive & in governance. He has taught at Harvard Medical School, the University of Massachusetts, Cambridge College & Springfield College & written many articles on health care. He provides training to business on difficult work situations, stigma & multiculturalism.
Providing Massachusetts statewide services. Mental health issues are at an all time high. It's ok to ask for help. Please don't struggle alone. Dr. Chelmow has > 30 years in the mental health field - focusing on work, family, education, financial & social problems to quickly help reduce anxiety, depression, family issues & substance abuse. He has worked as a business executive & in governance. He has taught at Harvard Medical School, the University of Massachusetts, Cambridge College & Springfield College & written many articles on health care. He provides training to business on difficult work situations, stigma & multiculturalism.
Sarah Anyanwu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have enjoyed my extensive work with individuals that have struggled with substance misuse and/or poly substance use, in addition to various mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. I genuinely look up to my clients as they are open to implementing new skills and ideas into their already established perspectives in life. It is my belief that the opposite of addiction is connection to healthy individuals, as we are social beings by nature. We long to be wanted, loved and needed, and sometimes seek that longing through maladaptive ways that end up hurting us.
I have enjoyed my extensive work with individuals that have struggled with substance misuse and/or poly substance use, in addition to various mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. I genuinely look up to my clients as they are open to implementing new skills and ideas into their already established perspectives in life. It is my belief that the opposite of addiction is connection to healthy individuals, as we are social beings by nature. We long to be wanted, loved and needed, and sometimes seek that longing through maladaptive ways that end up hurting us.
Montana McKim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01004 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We will collaborate to create a healing space in which you may explore your gender and sexual identity, develop coping skills for managing anxious and depressive feelings and thoughts, examine addiction and work toward recovery, and process traumatic experiences.
Are your worries keeping you up at night? Do you think about something over and over and imagine the worst might happen? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you can’t get anything done? Does everything, including eating and sleeping, feel hard? It is okay to need help and I want to help you get unstuck.
We will collaborate to create a healing space in which you may explore your gender and sexual identity, develop coping skills for managing anxious and depressive feelings and thoughts, examine addiction and work toward recovery, and process traumatic experiences.
Are your worries keeping you up at night? Do you think about something over and over and imagine the worst might happen? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you can’t get anything done? Does everything, including eating and sleeping, feel hard? It is okay to need help and I want to help you get unstuck.
Aaron Shragge
Art Therapist, MA, MT-BC, LCAT
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, loss and coping with medical illness such as HIV.
Creative practices can often be a safer and more direct way of expressing, experiencing and understanding the most challenging emotions. I'm a creative arts therapist who has been working in clinical settings in the NYC area for over five years. I integrate my experience as a performer in Jazz, improvised and World music as well as my zen practice of over ten years into a unique and effective approach to therapy. Using both verbal psychotherapy and creative art mediums in a safe and supportive environment I work to guide the therapeutic process towards achieving a client's unique goals.
I specialize in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, loss and coping with medical illness such as HIV.
Creative practices can often be a safer and more direct way of expressing, experiencing and understanding the most challenging emotions. I'm a creative arts therapist who has been working in clinical settings in the NYC area for over five years. I integrate my experience as a performer in Jazz, improvised and World music as well as my zen practice of over ten years into a unique and effective approach to therapy. Using both verbal psychotherapy and creative art mediums in a safe and supportive environment I work to guide the therapeutic process towards achieving a client's unique goals.
Amy Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with complex mental health issues and addiction and can help individuals, families, friends, and couples dealing with both.
*****PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** I am an experienced (20 years) psychotherapist with an intuitive, down to earth style. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, body image and self-esteem, sex and sexuality, working through trauma and family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, first responders and vicarious trauma, creativity and self-expression, and gender variance and transition. My work is relational and is rooted in an awareness of social and cultural realities. I provide a safe, stable, warm environment in which to explore and address your concerns.
I have extensive experience working with complex mental health issues and addiction and can help individuals, families, friends, and couples dealing with both.
*****PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** I am an experienced (20 years) psychotherapist with an intuitive, down to earth style. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, body image and self-esteem, sex and sexuality, working through trauma and family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, first responders and vicarious trauma, creativity and self-expression, and gender variance and transition. My work is relational and is rooted in an awareness of social and cultural realities. I provide a safe, stable, warm environment in which to explore and address your concerns.
Burgess G Brown
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
With a Master of Science degree in Clinical Professional Counseling and twenty plus years in substance abuse therapy, I am prepared to aid in helping you move toward recovery.
Have substances caused so much harm in your life they could be destroying what you've worked so hard for? Have others commented on behaviors that keep you from keeping family, employment and other obligations? Has your quality of life fallen lower than you may want to admit? Have you tried in the past, possibly dedicating a month or more to inpatient treatment, only to give in again. Tired and scared of what may be next? Addiction is a serious problem that requires professional intervention.
With a Master of Science degree in Clinical Professional Counseling and twenty plus years in substance abuse therapy, I am prepared to aid in helping you move toward recovery.
Have substances caused so much harm in your life they could be destroying what you've worked so hard for? Have others commented on behaviors that keep you from keeping family, employment and other obligations? Has your quality of life fallen lower than you may want to admit? Have you tried in the past, possibly dedicating a month or more to inpatient treatment, only to give in again. Tired and scared of what may be next? Addiction is a serious problem that requires professional intervention.
Jon Holcombe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
I am currently accepting new clients! The most significant factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself. With this in mind, I adopt a warm and collaborative approach with each client. I enjoy working with a wide variety of issues, including treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety; addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; supporting recovery from substance abuse; exploring issues of racial and cultural identity; and enhancing skills for management of trauma history.
I am currently accepting new clients! The most significant factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself. With this in mind, I adopt a warm and collaborative approach with each client. I enjoy working with a wide variety of issues, including treating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety; addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; supporting recovery from substance abuse; exploring issues of racial and cultural identity; and enhancing skills for management of trauma history.
Hope Miller
MA
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals that face severe anxiety, anger and substance misuse disorders.
We are all so complicated. We love hard, we inflict hurt to our selves and others. But there is still so much beauty that lives within us all. I want to be able help you create the self-love, self-worth, self-compassionate and self- trust in you again. I have over 10 years in working with individuals that have experienced traumas in intimate partner and family violence. I am committed to supporting individuals to find that surviving self-love that lives within them, especially when feelings of brokenness and hopelessness is the only vision. We will develop communication with love and kindness for true change in our relationships.
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals that face severe anxiety, anger and substance misuse disorders.
We are all so complicated. We love hard, we inflict hurt to our selves and others. But there is still so much beauty that lives within us all. I want to be able help you create the self-love, self-worth, self-compassionate and self- trust in you again. I have over 10 years in working with individuals that have experienced traumas in intimate partner and family violence. I am committed to supporting individuals to find that surviving self-love that lives within them, especially when feelings of brokenness and hopelessness is the only vision. We will develop communication with love and kindness for true change in our relationships.
Ruth Folchman
Psychologist, PsyD, CGP
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
*Check class offerings, no new pts* People come to psychotherapy because they are uncomfortable. As a psychologist, my approach is collaborative and supportive, encouraging movement towards greater health, happiness, and ease in life. Often this requires both self-acceptance and the development of skills and resources to change in desired directions. I have an integrative approach that draws on several theoretical models to meet the unique needs and interests of each person, emphasizing mindfulness. My specialties include relationship issues, health and behavioral psychology, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety and mood regulation.
*Check class offerings, no new pts* People come to psychotherapy because they are uncomfortable. As a psychologist, my approach is collaborative and supportive, encouraging movement towards greater health, happiness, and ease in life. Often this requires both self-acceptance and the development of skills and resources to change in desired directions. I have an integrative approach that draws on several theoretical models to meet the unique needs and interests of each person, emphasizing mindfulness. My specialties include relationship issues, health and behavioral psychology, substance abuse, trauma, anxiety and mood regulation.
Sarah Marcus LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
Are you concerned about your substance use or the substance use of a loved one? I am a trained substance abuse counselor.
Are you feeling stuck? What is getting in your way of having the life that you want? What is keeping you from being your best self? Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and other complementary therapies (Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology) I can help you learn practical strategies to unhook from problematic thought patterns, to get out of your head, and to move forward in your life.
Are you concerned about your substance use or the substance use of a loved one? I am a trained substance abuse counselor.
Are you feeling stuck? What is getting in your way of having the life that you want? What is keeping you from being your best self? Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and other complementary therapies (Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology) I can help you learn practical strategies to unhook from problematic thought patterns, to get out of your head, and to move forward in your life.
Abigail Vayda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have a warm, accepting, and down-to-earth presence. I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaboration in which I can assist in guiding you towards greater self-understanding and tap into the wisdom and resilience that already exists within. I have experience working with clients living with anxiety, depression, stress, symptoms related to trauma, and addiction issues. I particularly enjoy working with individuals navigating a transition or stage of life change and those looking to better understand and shift from patterns of thinking, behavior, communication, or of relationships which are no longer of service.
I have a warm, accepting, and down-to-earth presence. I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaboration in which I can assist in guiding you towards greater self-understanding and tap into the wisdom and resilience that already exists within. I have experience working with clients living with anxiety, depression, stress, symptoms related to trauma, and addiction issues. I particularly enjoy working with individuals navigating a transition or stage of life change and those looking to better understand and shift from patterns of thinking, behavior, communication, or of relationships which are no longer of service.
Karen Carlo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
I have worked extensively with individuals that have sought treatment for issues that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, substance abuse and grief.
The reasons people seek therapy are as diverse as the people themselves. I offer therapy to adults with a focus on helping them work on specific change as well as self-acceptance. Depending on people’s needs, I offer this help in the form of support, information, guidance, self-knowledge or the space to learn and practice new skills.
I have worked extensively with individuals that have sought treatment for issues that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, substance abuse and grief.
The reasons people seek therapy are as diverse as the people themselves. I offer therapy to adults with a focus on helping them work on specific change as well as self-acceptance. Depending on people’s needs, I offer this help in the form of support, information, guidance, self-knowledge or the space to learn and practice new skills.
Rebecca Castro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
I believe that people are capable of change. Taking the initiative to begin therapy is often a challenging step, and I have great respect for those who are willing to take an honest look inward. I have a passion for working with survivors of trauma, and individuals who engage in self-harm, addictive behaviors, substance use, and damaging interpersonal relationships.
I believe that people are capable of change. Taking the initiative to begin therapy is often a challenging step, and I have great respect for those who are willing to take an honest look inward. I have a passion for working with survivors of trauma, and individuals who engage in self-harm, addictive behaviors, substance use, and damaging interpersonal relationships.
Sarah Chotkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035 (Online Only)
I have advanced training in sexual health, substance misuse and eating disorders.
Accepting new patients (as of April). My practice specializes in working with folx in erotically marginalized communities. Whether you are queer, pursuing ENM/CNM/Polyamory, or have a kink or fetish, you deserve a therapist who understands the importance of these parts of your life, won't pathologize or criticize them and is with you in solidarity and community. I am pleasure-positive, kink-aware, and passionate about working with people who have been or are involved in sex work. My work is informed by an intersectional feminist lens and incorporates principles of body neutrality and health at every size (HAES).
I have advanced training in sexual health, substance misuse and eating disorders.
Accepting new patients (as of April). My practice specializes in working with folx in erotically marginalized communities. Whether you are queer, pursuing ENM/CNM/Polyamory, or have a kink or fetish, you deserve a therapist who understands the importance of these parts of your life, won't pathologize or criticize them and is with you in solidarity and community. I am pleasure-positive, kink-aware, and passionate about working with people who have been or are involved in sex work. My work is informed by an intersectional feminist lens and incorporates principles of body neutrality and health at every size (HAES).
Antonia Dones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hadley, MA 01035 (Online Only)
Taking new clients .Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach with a real life prospective ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, families, life transitions, divorce, work/school problems,substance abuse and relationship issues.
Taking new clients .Life can bring us to a fork in the road where we can feel stuck without direction. It is essential to be able to verbalize feelings to help navigate the tough waters and bring peace and happiness to our lives. I use a person centered approach with a real life prospective ( and a bit of humor) to help you get to calm waters in all aspects of your life. I specialize in working with individuals, families, life transitions, divorce, work/school problems,substance abuse and relationship issues.
Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.