Therapists in 02745
Chika Ego Njoku-Francois
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC 1
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02745 (Online Only)
My name is Chika. I am a Master's level, Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor/clinician/therapist. Who said once an addict is always an addict. My primary goal/concern is to help discover who you are before recovery. To help you identify your triggers and situations/events that could endanger continued abstinence. To cope rather than using illicit substances by tapping in your inner strength. To help/assist people struggling with Career Difficulties, Addiction /Substance Use/Co-Occurring, Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependence, Coping Skills, Depression, Stress Management & Mood Disorders. A minimum of 6 months for best results.
My name is Chika. I am a Master's level, Licensed Alcohol and Drug counselor/clinician/therapist. Who said once an addict is always an addict. My primary goal/concern is to help discover who you are before recovery. To help you identify your triggers and situations/events that could endanger continued abstinence. To cope rather than using illicit substances by tapping in your inner strength. To help/assist people struggling with Career Difficulties, Addiction /Substance Use/Co-Occurring, Anger Management, Anxiety, Codependence, Coping Skills, Depression, Stress Management & Mood Disorders. A minimum of 6 months for best results.
Online Therapists
Charles Carroll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02745
I strongly believe that each one of us wanders a unique path. Where it takes us is reliant upon the choices we make. These choices are sometimes clear and sometimes not. Often, we fail to see our options clearly because our road has affected our vision. I believe, as a therapist, that it is my responsibility to help my clients to see, understand and ultimately make the choices that are best for them. I have extensive experience working with co-morbid disorders of Mental Health and Substance Use and feel that there is difficulty when both aren't fully recognized.
I strongly believe that each one of us wanders a unique path. Where it takes us is reliant upon the choices we make. These choices are sometimes clear and sometimes not. Often, we fail to see our options clearly because our road has affected our vision. I believe, as a therapist, that it is my responsibility to help my clients to see, understand and ultimately make the choices that are best for them. I have extensive experience working with co-morbid disorders of Mental Health and Substance Use and feel that there is difficulty when both aren't fully recognized.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.