Alcohol Use Therapists in East Windsor, CT
Accepting new Telehealth clients! Welcome to Counseling with Grace, an independently owned Telehealth private practice! "Fearless is living in spite of the things that scare you to death," -Taylor Swift. The courage to want to change is everything you need in order to improve your quality of life from where you are now. Are you experiencing stress, sadness, or feeling unsatisfied with areas of your life? I am here to provide a non-judgmental, listening ear for you as you process your stress. It is so important to feel heard, validated and learn how to love yourself in the process.
Accepting new Telehealth clients! Welcome to Counseling with Grace, an independently owned Telehealth private practice! "Fearless is living in spite of the things that scare you to death," -Taylor Swift. The courage to want to change is everything you need in order to improve your quality of life from where you are now. Are you experiencing stress, sadness, or feeling unsatisfied with areas of your life? I am here to provide a non-judgmental, listening ear for you as you process your stress. It is so important to feel heard, validated and learn how to love yourself in the process.
As of June 2026, I have Telehealth openings on Monday-Wednesday. I do not currently have any in-person availability.
I specialize in helping my clients navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, life transitions, and grief/loss. I also support clients managing co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. I work with adults 18 and older in individual therapy sessions. I do not offer couples counseling and am not specialized to work with children.
As of June 2026, I have Telehealth openings on Monday-Wednesday. I do not currently have any in-person availability.
I specialize in helping my clients navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, ADHD, emotional regulation, life transitions, and grief/loss. I also support clients managing co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges. I work with adults 18 and older in individual therapy sessions. I do not offer couples counseling and am not specialized to work with children.
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If you are looking for a relaxed, non-judgmental space for therapy; I am the therapist for you. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental health and substance use disorders. I am trained to help those struggling to find their motivation in life and those who may have lost their way due to trauma as well as other misfortunes. If these sound like things you are experiencing, please reach out to me so we can figure out what motivates you and ways to reach your life goals.
If you are looking for a relaxed, non-judgmental space for therapy; I am the therapist for you. I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals diagnosed with mental health and substance use disorders. I am trained to help those struggling to find their motivation in life and those who may have lost their way due to trauma as well as other misfortunes. If these sound like things you are experiencing, please reach out to me so we can figure out what motivates you and ways to reach your life goals.
When life feels unmanageable, I’m here to help you find your way through. With over 30 years of experience helping people overcome relationship problems, child-parent issues, mental health struggles, substance abuse, & medical challenges. I understand how overwhelming it can all feel — and I’m committed to walking alongside you. My approach is more than just support; it’s about empowering you to build resilience, regain stability, and take back control of your life. As a compassionate caregiver and strategic problem solver, I adapt to whatever role is needed to help you move forward — because you deserve more than just surviving.
When life feels unmanageable, I’m here to help you find your way through. With over 30 years of experience helping people overcome relationship problems, child-parent issues, mental health struggles, substance abuse, & medical challenges. I understand how overwhelming it can all feel — and I’m committed to walking alongside you. My approach is more than just support; it’s about empowering you to build resilience, regain stability, and take back control of your life. As a compassionate caregiver and strategic problem solver, I adapt to whatever role is needed to help you move forward — because you deserve more than just surviving.
Do you find yourself drinking more and more due to stress at work or issues in your relationships? You think you have it under control but know deep down, it may be time to talk to someone and are feeling embarrassed. I understand that asking for help can be hard and believe that by reflecting on what's currently contributing to your drinking will help motivate you to make changes. You want to feel better and drink less and I can help support you in cutting back and getting back into doing things you once enjoyed.
Do you find yourself drinking more and more due to stress at work or issues in your relationships? You think you have it under control but know deep down, it may be time to talk to someone and are feeling embarrassed. I understand that asking for help can be hard and believe that by reflecting on what's currently contributing to your drinking will help motivate you to make changes. You want to feel better and drink less and I can help support you in cutting back and getting back into doing things you once enjoyed.
Specialized therapy for addiction recovery, trauma, and professional growth using a combination of traditional and body-centered approaches, and nervous system restoration.
My unique background combines 30+ years of business leadership with advanced training in addiction and trauma therapy. I understand the challenges of high-achievement and the courage it takes to seek deeper healing.
Specialized therapy for addiction recovery, trauma, and professional growth using a combination of traditional and body-centered approaches, and nervous system restoration.
My unique background combines 30+ years of business leadership with advanced training in addiction and trauma therapy. I understand the challenges of high-achievement and the courage it takes to seek deeper healing.
SMPsychotherapy & Counseling Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, LPC
1 Endorsed
Hartford, CT 06103
If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. That is why my therapeutic goal is to work with you to grow and gain new perspective so you can welcome change and accomplish your short/long term goals. As a therapist, I am warm, encouraging, supportive, and nonjudgmental, while using a sense of humor with a down to earth approach to counseling. I currently practice as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and am actively working toward being a Licensed Professional Counselor.
If you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change. That is why my therapeutic goal is to work with you to grow and gain new perspective so you can welcome change and accomplish your short/long term goals. As a therapist, I am warm, encouraging, supportive, and nonjudgmental, while using a sense of humor with a down to earth approach to counseling. I currently practice as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor and am actively working toward being a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Typically, the usual approach to addiction begins with the premise that something is broken, and needs to be fixed. You will often be given a list of things to do,and a time frame to do it in. I believe that my job is to help you reflect on why you behave and think the way that you do, and coach you to begin the process of making the changes you need to make in your life in order to heal. Change begins with you. It is important to become more solution-focused, and not distracted by worry and anxiety.
Typically, the usual approach to addiction begins with the premise that something is broken, and needs to be fixed. You will often be given a list of things to do,and a time frame to do it in. I believe that my job is to help you reflect on why you behave and think the way that you do, and coach you to begin the process of making the changes you need to make in your life in order to heal. Change begins with you. It is important to become more solution-focused, and not distracted by worry and anxiety.
I look forward to meeting new clients - people who are ready to make life changes. My approach is to help others become aware of what triggers their negative feelings of rejection, abandonment, anger and hurt. Together we explore ways to eliminate unwanted behaviors and to learn positive ways to relate to others. I will help you on a road of self-discovery as you learn to identify and to understand your feelings and their origins. I like to do all of this with a sense of humor and positive reinforcement. I enjoy being with people on their journey. EXPERIENCE WITH FIRST RESPONDERS(POLICE, FIRE, CORRECTIONS, EMT).
I look forward to meeting new clients - people who are ready to make life changes. My approach is to help others become aware of what triggers their negative feelings of rejection, abandonment, anger and hurt. Together we explore ways to eliminate unwanted behaviors and to learn positive ways to relate to others. I will help you on a road of self-discovery as you learn to identify and to understand your feelings and their origins. I like to do all of this with a sense of humor and positive reinforcement. I enjoy being with people on their journey. EXPERIENCE WITH FIRST RESPONDERS(POLICE, FIRE, CORRECTIONS, EMT).
Do you ever feel like staying sober takes all your strength? Have you worked hard in recovery but still struggle with triggers, stress, or setbacks? You’re not alone. This group is designed for adults (18+) who want to rebuild stability, learn healthier coping skills, and find renewed motivation for lasting recovery. Here, you’ll connect with others who understand the journey and develop practical tools to live with confidence, purpose, and balance.
Do you ever feel like staying sober takes all your strength? Have you worked hard in recovery but still struggle with triggers, stress, or setbacks? You’re not alone. This group is designed for adults (18+) who want to rebuild stability, learn healthier coping skills, and find renewed motivation for lasting recovery. Here, you’ll connect with others who understand the journey and develop practical tools to live with confidence, purpose, and balance.
My primary area of expertise is in working with individuals with alcohol and substance use disorders, including treating the different co-occurring disorders that are often at the root of addiction.
I have extensive experience in detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment facilities. Directly prior to starting my private practice, I worked for four years as a clinician at High Watch Recovery Center in Kent, CT, where my own journey in recovery began in May of 2009.
My primary area of expertise is in working with individuals with alcohol and substance use disorders, including treating the different co-occurring disorders that are often at the root of addiction.
I have extensive experience in detox, inpatient, and outpatient treatment facilities. Directly prior to starting my private practice, I worked for four years as a clinician at High Watch Recovery Center in Kent, CT, where my own journey in recovery began in May of 2009.
I have over 20 years experience helping those with substance / alcohol use as well as those with Justice-Involved issues such as court-ordered treatment and evaluations.
Ready to try something different? I'm not like other therapists. I am a follower of No Bullshit Therapy (NBT) (YES, that is a real therapy!), which was developed to engage people who are cynical, suspicious, or unsure of what to expect from counseling and therefore reluctant to seek counseling. Looking to connect in a world filled with stress, relationship issues, anxiety and worry? If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, want to reduce your alcohol or substance use or just stop, I can help you become a better version of who you are.
I have over 20 years experience helping those with substance / alcohol use as well as those with Justice-Involved issues such as court-ordered treatment and evaluations.
Ready to try something different? I'm not like other therapists. I am a follower of No Bullshit Therapy (NBT) (YES, that is a real therapy!), which was developed to engage people who are cynical, suspicious, or unsure of what to expect from counseling and therefore reluctant to seek counseling. Looking to connect in a world filled with stress, relationship issues, anxiety and worry? If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, want to reduce your alcohol or substance use or just stop, I can help you become a better version of who you are.
I never set out to become a psychotherapist. Like many in this profession, my own path of healing has compelled me to work with others. I am now grateful to be able to use my personal experiences and clinical training to help people who are suffering. I know that being a therapist was what I was meant to do, and I feel privileged to be a part of my clients’ journeys. As a therapist, it is important for me to honestly “practice what I preach” – to “walk the walk” in my own life. This allows me to provide the best care for clients. Nature, reading, art, music, meditation, and family and friends are just some of the ways I recharge.
I never set out to become a psychotherapist. Like many in this profession, my own path of healing has compelled me to work with others. I am now grateful to be able to use my personal experiences and clinical training to help people who are suffering. I know that being a therapist was what I was meant to do, and I feel privileged to be a part of my clients’ journeys. As a therapist, it is important for me to honestly “practice what I preach” – to “walk the walk” in my own life. This allows me to provide the best care for clients. Nature, reading, art, music, meditation, and family and friends are just some of the ways I recharge.
I specialize in financial therapy, weight management, problematic alcohol use, anger management, and ADHD, which can make positive change more challenging.
My psychology practice is focused on positive habit change, helping you build new habits and get rid of old ones that stand in the way of your goals and dreams. With support and guidance, you can learn the skills needed to lose weight, break dependence on alcohol and other substances, overcome procrastination, and develop better self-care, financial discipline, organization skills, and health habits. While making changes can be challenging, maintaining positive change is even harder. I can help you maintain motivation and focus to make positive changes permanent. You really can keep the change!
I specialize in financial therapy, weight management, problematic alcohol use, anger management, and ADHD, which can make positive change more challenging.
My psychology practice is focused on positive habit change, helping you build new habits and get rid of old ones that stand in the way of your goals and dreams. With support and guidance, you can learn the skills needed to lose weight, break dependence on alcohol and other substances, overcome procrastination, and develop better self-care, financial discipline, organization skills, and health habits. While making changes can be challenging, maintaining positive change is even harder. I can help you maintain motivation and focus to make positive changes permanent. You really can keep the change!
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I work with adults who are navigating the complex challenges of substance use. My ideal client is someone who is ready or even just curious about making a change. They may be struggling with alcohol, drugs, or the emotional toll addiction takes on relationships, work, and self-worth. Whether they're in the early stages of recovery or have tried before and are seeking a new path, their goal is clear: to reclaim control, find healing, and build a life rooted in purpose and connection.
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I work with adults who are navigating the complex challenges of substance use. My ideal client is someone who is ready or even just curious about making a change. They may be struggling with alcohol, drugs, or the emotional toll addiction takes on relationships, work, and self-worth. Whether they're in the early stages of recovery or have tried before and are seeking a new path, their goal is clear: to reclaim control, find healing, and build a life rooted in purpose and connection.
I've been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I have been clinical director of mental health facilities and on the faculty of Tufts University School of Medicine. I welcome clients 14 years of age and older -- individuals and couples, and offer you a warm personal approach focusing on your specific needs. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" model of practice or that therapy should be "a way of life." Therapy begins with a careful assessment and plan. If what we are doing isn't working for you, we change it.
I've been practicing as a psychotherapist for over 30 years. I have been clinical director of mental health facilities and on the faculty of Tufts University School of Medicine. I welcome clients 14 years of age and older -- individuals and couples, and offer you a warm personal approach focusing on your specific needs. I don't believe in a "one size fits all" model of practice or that therapy should be "a way of life." Therapy begins with a careful assessment and plan. If what we are doing isn't working for you, we change it.
Janice Lepage
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, ICAADC
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My ideal client would have moderate level of self-awareness, previous exposure to therapy or some form of self-help program as well as a willingness to learn new coping skills. This client would have an identified area of struggle in their life in which they are actively seeking to learn new ways to approach and interpret their current life circumstances. Possible areas of focus; substance use, relationships, identity, past trauma, attachment, boundary setting, work life balance. They would be willing to commit to consistent sessions to explore and reach a deeper understanding of themselves to increase overall life satisfaction.
My ideal client would have moderate level of self-awareness, previous exposure to therapy or some form of self-help program as well as a willingness to learn new coping skills. This client would have an identified area of struggle in their life in which they are actively seeking to learn new ways to approach and interpret their current life circumstances. Possible areas of focus; substance use, relationships, identity, past trauma, attachment, boundary setting, work life balance. They would be willing to commit to consistent sessions to explore and reach a deeper understanding of themselves to increase overall life satisfaction.
Are you a Veteran struggling to adjust to civilian life, manage trauma, or control emotions like anger or anxiety? Do flashbacks, sleepless nights, or isolation make daily life harder? At SMPsychotherapy, Michelle Bellin, LMFTA; Heroline Dobson, LMSW; and Scott Sears, LADC provide a safe, understanding space for Veterans seeking peace, purpose, and healing. Their goal is to help you reclaim your strength, improve relationships, and rediscover balance through personalized, compassionate therapy.
Are you a Veteran struggling to adjust to civilian life, manage trauma, or control emotions like anger or anxiety? Do flashbacks, sleepless nights, or isolation make daily life harder? At SMPsychotherapy, Michelle Bellin, LMFTA; Heroline Dobson, LMSW; and Scott Sears, LADC provide a safe, understanding space for Veterans seeking peace, purpose, and healing. Their goal is to help you reclaim your strength, improve relationships, and rediscover balance through personalized, compassionate therapy.
Hi and thanks for dropping by! I specialize in treating folx age 15+ with complex and single-incident trauma, self-esteem challenges, and big existential questions around identity and purpose. I largely serve folx whose trauma manifests other challenges like depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, sexual dysfunction, or substance use. Many of my clients live at the intersection of multiple identities, including Disability, neurodiversity, race, and queerness and prefer to work with a provider who has lived experience.
Hi and thanks for dropping by! I specialize in treating folx age 15+ with complex and single-incident trauma, self-esteem challenges, and big existential questions around identity and purpose. I largely serve folx whose trauma manifests other challenges like depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, sexual dysfunction, or substance use. Many of my clients live at the intersection of multiple identities, including Disability, neurodiversity, race, and queerness and prefer to work with a provider who has lived experience.
If you’re thinking about therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, there’s often a "gut" instinct behind that thought, and it’s worth listening to. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through past experiences, or hoping to build healthier relationships, therapy can be a powerful step forward. I work with individuals of all ages to explore how life experiences influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My approach is warm, practical, and authentic, helping clients recognize patterns in everyday life, gain insight, and create meaningful change, leading to stronger relationships and clarity.
If you’re thinking about therapy for yourself, your child, or your family, there’s often a "gut" instinct behind that thought, and it’s worth listening to. Whether you’re navigating a life transition, working through past experiences, or hoping to build healthier relationships, therapy can be a powerful step forward. I work with individuals of all ages to explore how life experiences influence thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. My approach is warm, practical, and authentic, helping clients recognize patterns in everyday life, gain insight, and create meaningful change, leading to stronger relationships and clarity.
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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.