Drug Abuse Therapists in 49512
Hope Welch
Counselor, MA, LLPC
Verified Verified
Kentwood, MI 49512
Is life a little overwhelming right now? You deserve to be heard in a non-judgmental environment regardless of your life journey and the issues that you're currently facing. Despite what challenge it is that you're experiencing, there is a road map to improving your life satisfaction. Counseling can provide a space for each individual to self-navigate current life situations. You'll also learn coping skills for when future stressors arise. I offer Christian counseling as an option for those interested but I love working with people from all walks of life.
Is life a little overwhelming right now? You deserve to be heard in a non-judgmental environment regardless of your life journey and the issues that you're currently facing. Despite what challenge it is that you're experiencing, there is a road map to improving your life satisfaction. Counseling can provide a space for each individual to self-navigate current life situations. You'll also learn coping skills for when future stressors arise. I offer Christian counseling as an option for those interested but I love working with people from all walks of life.
Laurel Bourgeois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-S, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (Online Only)
Working in admissions for psychiatric and detox services for 6.5 years created a desire to work with a multitude of clients ranging from those coping with depression and anxiety to trauma. I have a passion for working with mothers (single moms, those with a partner, working moms, those trying to conceive, those who are grieving, those needing a hot cup of coffee...oh wait, that is all of us!). I also have a deep passion for helping clients who are working through traumatic experiences and other related disorders. I am open and excited to working with all populations and would love to talk more to see if its a good fit!
Working in admissions for psychiatric and detox services for 6.5 years created a desire to work with a multitude of clients ranging from those coping with depression and anxiety to trauma. I have a passion for working with mothers (single moms, those with a partner, working moms, those trying to conceive, those who are grieving, those needing a hot cup of coffee...oh wait, that is all of us!). I also have a deep passion for helping clients who are working through traumatic experiences and other related disorders. I am open and excited to working with all populations and would love to talk more to see if its a good fit!
Wesley G Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49512 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe life is a process. Many things occur during this process. The challenge is our perspective and how we chose to look at life. There are times when the lenses through which we use to view life are clouded, but with the proper adjustments our vision can be much clearer.
I believe life is a process. Many things occur during this process. The challenge is our perspective and how we chose to look at life. There are times when the lenses through which we use to view life are clouded, but with the proper adjustments our vision can be much clearer.
Lexi Millering
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kentwood, MI 49512
You found yourself using substances to cope with intense feelings of depression, anxiety, and past trauma. You find that you no longer are doing the things you enjoy and don’t even recognize yourself anymore when you look in the mirror. You feel hopeless and trapped in this cycle of avoiding these feelings. You wonder if things will ever change. Therapy can help provide some hope. I believe change and healing happens through support, self discovery, and new habits.
You found yourself using substances to cope with intense feelings of depression, anxiety, and past trauma. You find that you no longer are doing the things you enjoy and don’t even recognize yourself anymore when you look in the mirror. You feel hopeless and trapped in this cycle of avoiding these feelings. You wonder if things will ever change. Therapy can help provide some hope. I believe change and healing happens through support, self discovery, and new habits.
Alyssa Albright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
You are brave. You are important. You are special. You are valued. You have taken the hardest step, and have sought out help. I am so glad you are here. It is my pleasure to be on this journey to healing with you. I work with individuals and couples, in all the stages and phases of life. I help to treat anxiety, addiction, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, stress and communication issues with focused listening and healthy coping skills.
You are brave. You are important. You are special. You are valued. You have taken the hardest step, and have sought out help. I am so glad you are here. It is my pleasure to be on this journey to healing with you. I work with individuals and couples, in all the stages and phases of life. I help to treat anxiety, addiction, depression, life transitions, relationship struggles, stress and communication issues with focused listening and healthy coping skills.
Kelsey Enriquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
Life can be challenging; there are moments of happiness, sadness and everything in-between. Managing complex emotions on your own can be overwhelming. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your emotions by using the tools you already have, but may not have tapped into quite yet. Through collaboration we can navigate your past, present and future. Together we will create a safe space for you to thrive within.
Life can be challenging; there are moments of happiness, sadness and everything in-between. Managing complex emotions on your own can be overwhelming. Together, we’ll create a safe space to explore your emotions by using the tools you already have, but may not have tapped into quite yet. Through collaboration we can navigate your past, present and future. Together we will create a safe space for you to thrive within.
Meghan Elizabeth Cupka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49512
I have been in practice for 15 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I completed my undergraduate degree at Aquinas College in Psychology and then completed my Master's Degree in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. I believe that every person has strengths that can help them over come life's challenges. I believe that my role is to walk with clients as they navigate through difficult situations and emotions. When your ready, I'm here!
I have been in practice for 15 years as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I completed my undergraduate degree at Aquinas College in Psychology and then completed my Master's Degree in Counseling from Spring Arbor University. I believe that every person has strengths that can help them over come life's challenges. I believe that my role is to walk with clients as they navigate through difficult situations and emotions. When your ready, I'm here!
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Drug Abuse Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
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 substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.