Gambling Therapists in Allentown, PA

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Anthony Silvio Campolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, DBTC, CAADC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
I have extensive experience working with individuals and families who struggle with anger, addiction, process addictions (Gambling/ Sex- Addiction) and those with co-occurring Mental Health and Addiction.
Are you seeking treatment, but finding it very difficult? The decision to seek treatment is often very difficult, yet a necessary choice. For the last 28 years I have been providing a non-judgmental arena to work on a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, anger, gambling, co-occurring disorders, behavioral concerns, depression and anxiety.
I have extensive experience working with individuals and families who struggle with anger, addiction, process addictions (Gambling/ Sex- Addiction) and those with co-occurring Mental Health and Addiction.
Are you seeking treatment, but finding it very difficult? The decision to seek treatment is often very difficult, yet a necessary choice. For the last 28 years I have been providing a non-judgmental arena to work on a variety of issues to include but not limited to addiction, anger, gambling, co-occurring disorders, behavioral concerns, depression and anxiety.
(570) 401-3216 View (570) 401-3216
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Angela Anderson
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Angela, and I have been working in a private practice setting now for 5 years, and prior was in a community mental health setting for 3 years. I have extensive experience working with all traumas across the lifespan (including veterans), as well as co-occuring / substance abuse disorders and gambling disorders. I also have helped many with anxiety and OCD over come their battles with specific techniques i've been trained in! If you're ready to start the process, please reach out! I look forward to working with you!
Hello! My name is Angela, and I have been working in a private practice setting now for 5 years, and prior was in a community mental health setting for 3 years. I have extensive experience working with all traumas across the lifespan (including veterans), as well as co-occuring / substance abuse disorders and gambling disorders. I also have helped many with anxiety and OCD over come their battles with specific techniques i've been trained in! If you're ready to start the process, please reach out! I look forward to working with you!
(484) 263-8245 View (484) 263-8245
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Jim Pifer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
Hi there, I’m Jim. Do you feel stuck, unable to overcome challenges you face? Are you struggling to meet your goals? Is it difficult being pulled in multiple directions without finding the answers you are looking for? I help people overcome the adversity they face everyday. Together, we can build a plan that allows you the freedom to overcome these obstacles. We’ll build upon the skills set you currently have to implement natural attainable growth. We will figure out ways to get you to place where you feel back in control of your life.
Hi there, I’m Jim. Do you feel stuck, unable to overcome challenges you face? Are you struggling to meet your goals? Is it difficult being pulled in multiple directions without finding the answers you are looking for? I help people overcome the adversity they face everyday. Together, we can build a plan that allows you the freedom to overcome these obstacles. We’ll build upon the skills set you currently have to implement natural attainable growth. We will figure out ways to get you to place where you feel back in control of your life.
(412) 307-8436 View (412) 307-8436
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Annalisa Bova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
I am a licensed clinical social worker who treats eating disorders, I have been in practice for the last seven years. I identify as an anti-diet therapist who utilizes intuitive eating principles to guide my practice. I believe that the foundation to healing is self esteem, food freedom, and body positivity. I am a HAES advocate and identify as a fat positive therapist. I have experience with anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to deconstruct and reframe negative thinking patterns.
I am a licensed clinical social worker who treats eating disorders, I have been in practice for the last seven years. I identify as an anti-diet therapist who utilizes intuitive eating principles to guide my practice. I believe that the foundation to healing is self esteem, food freedom, and body positivity. I am a HAES advocate and identify as a fat positive therapist. I have experience with anorexia, binge eating disorder, and bulimia. I use cognitive behavioral therapy to deconstruct and reframe negative thinking patterns.
(610) 991-8036 View (610) 991-8036
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Ramona Ramirez De Perez ( English Spanish).
BSED, MA, FT, CCBT
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102
'I have worked with individual, families and groups for many years, I specialize in treatment management. 'I believe that we can all positively change and improve attitudes, thoughts and lifestyle.
'I have worked with individual, families and groups for many years, I specialize in treatment management. 'I believe that we can all positively change and improve attitudes, thoughts and lifestyle.
(610) 839-8139 View (610) 839-8139
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Mind Matters
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
(610) 595-5762 View (610) 595-5762
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Shelly Steiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CAADC, LPC, CCTP, CCATP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Sometimes, life gets a bit overwhelming and we just need a nonjudgemental ear to vent to. Sometimes, we need someone to walk along with us on a journey to make changes in our lives and we want validation that we are on the right path. Sometimes, we need a nudge to begin to make those changes. I would like to be that person for you. Using a relaxed, calming approach, I will listen intently, ask questions and have conversation, to help guide you on your path to wellness. We will work together to set attainable goals, add meditation and affirmations to your daily routine .
Sometimes, life gets a bit overwhelming and we just need a nonjudgemental ear to vent to. Sometimes, we need someone to walk along with us on a journey to make changes in our lives and we want validation that we are on the right path. Sometimes, we need a nudge to begin to make those changes. I would like to be that person for you. Using a relaxed, calming approach, I will listen intently, ask questions and have conversation, to help guide you on your path to wellness. We will work together to set attainable goals, add meditation and affirmations to your daily routine .
(610) 928-1097 View (610) 928-1097
Christy Yerk-Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18104
Waitlist for new clients
Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.
Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.
(610) 915-8235 View (610) 915-8235
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Paige Lilly-Ivens
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
Now offering in person sessions! “The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem.” - Michael White and David Epston. Hello! My name is Paige, and I am here to listen. You are unique and so is your story, and it does not have to end in just one way. At some time or another, every one of us will face difficulties; reaching out to a new counselor can be a scary thing! No matter where you are in your life, I will meet you there with a calming, warm, nonjudgmental, and non-blaming presence to help you identify and work through whatever is weighing heavy on you and holding you back from living to your desired potential.
Now offering in person sessions! “The problem is the problem, the person is not the problem.” - Michael White and David Epston. Hello! My name is Paige, and I am here to listen. You are unique and so is your story, and it does not have to end in just one way. At some time or another, every one of us will face difficulties; reaching out to a new counselor can be a scary thing! No matter where you are in your life, I will meet you there with a calming, warm, nonjudgmental, and non-blaming presence to help you identify and work through whatever is weighing heavy on you and holding you back from living to your desired potential.
(610) 880-3096 View (610) 880-3096
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John Driessnack
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with couple's counseling and addiction treatment. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change.
I am a licensed clinical social worker and specialize in helping people to effectively manage anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns using cognitive behavioral techniques. I have worked with a range of populations, nearly all ages, and also have experience with couple's counseling and addiction treatment. I work with people to develop insight into the source of their problems, how their core beliefs about the world might be hindering their progress, and focus on their natural strengths to overcome those barriers with practical skills that generate sustainable change.
(484) 290-1730 View (484) 290-1730
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Georgia Minor
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103
As a licensed professional counselor, I provide an empathetic approach to counseling. My goal is to create a trusting environment to build a positive therapeutic relationship. By doing this, my client is able to discuss those issues they may have never disclosed before.
As a licensed professional counselor, I provide an empathetic approach to counseling. My goal is to create a trusting environment to build a positive therapeutic relationship. By doing this, my client is able to discuss those issues they may have never disclosed before.
(878) 231-3969 View (878) 231-3969
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Evan Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
The goal of therapy is to facilitate personal growth and help you improve your life. I believe there is no one-size-fits all approach to therapy, so this can take many shapes and forms depending on your needs. Whether you're looking to build self-awareness, strengthen your relationships, change your unwanted habits, better manage your stress or just feel better emotionally - I am here to help!
The goal of therapy is to facilitate personal growth and help you improve your life. I believe there is no one-size-fits all approach to therapy, so this can take many shapes and forms depending on your needs. Whether you're looking to build self-awareness, strengthen your relationships, change your unwanted habits, better manage your stress or just feel better emotionally - I am here to help!
(484) 346-0099 View (484) 346-0099
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Mind Matters Counseling & Psychological Assocs
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, NCSP, ABSNP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18106
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
Our vision at Mind Matters Coaching, Counseling & Psychological Associates, LLC is to help bring growth, healing, and peace of mind to people who struggle with matters of the mind. We have caring, compassionate, experienced, credentialed, and licensed professionals who are both doctoral level psychologists and master's level clinicians. We provide individual, family, and couples counseling, life coaching, child and adolescent therapy, EMDR, educational, psychological, and forensic testing and evaluations, career coaching, and consultation for both individuals and businesses.
(610) 816-6232 View (610) 816-6232
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Stephen Sell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18104
Specializing in evidence-based treatment for trauma/PTSD and substance use. Tired of just trying to get through the day? Feeling overwhelmed? Treatment from a highly qualified, licensed psychologist can help you get back on track and live life to the fullest. Whether you have anxiety or mood problems, have experienced trauma or have concerns about your alcohol or drug use, treatment can help you figure out the direction that’s right for you and how to get there. Experienced with first responders (EMS, EMT, Paramedics, Police, Firefighters) and survivors of domestic violence.
Specializing in evidence-based treatment for trauma/PTSD and substance use. Tired of just trying to get through the day? Feeling overwhelmed? Treatment from a highly qualified, licensed psychologist can help you get back on track and live life to the fullest. Whether you have anxiety or mood problems, have experienced trauma or have concerns about your alcohol or drug use, treatment can help you figure out the direction that’s right for you and how to get there. Experienced with first responders (EMS, EMT, Paramedics, Police, Firefighters) and survivors of domestic violence.
(610) 320-2366 View (610) 320-2366
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Richard Joseph Loeb
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102
I provide a safe and ethical practice that embraces individuality. My capacities are teacher, mentor, guardian, cheer leader, back-board, and many others. I present in reality and genuinely so.. Change and grow are possible in most cases. Client / patent focus in a holistic, comprehensive manner.
I provide a safe and ethical practice that embraces individuality. My capacities are teacher, mentor, guardian, cheer leader, back-board, and many others. I present in reality and genuinely so.. Change and grow are possible in most cases. Client / patent focus in a holistic, comprehensive manner.
(610) 624-6627 View (610) 624-6627
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Andrew H. Johanson Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, LMFT
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18103  (Online Only)
I believe one of the most important parts of the counseling process is to develop a trusting caring relationship. With this relationship, much can be gained from the counseling sessions. I have worked well with individuals and families who have emotional pain. For many clients, helping them understand what creates such emotional pain, gaining insights puts them on a path for a more fulfilling life. In my practice I work with individuals who have sadness, depression, loss, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, sexual challenges and sexual abuse. My mission in therapy is to respect each client, and walk with them at their healing pace, I believe if we walk together on this healing journey life will be better.
I believe one of the most important parts of the counseling process is to develop a trusting caring relationship. With this relationship, much can be gained from the counseling sessions. I have worked well with individuals and families who have emotional pain. For many clients, helping them understand what creates such emotional pain, gaining insights puts them on a path for a more fulfilling life. In my practice I work with individuals who have sadness, depression, loss, relationship difficulties, family difficulties, sexual challenges and sexual abuse. My mission in therapy is to respect each client, and walk with them at their healing pace, I believe if we walk together on this healing journey life will be better.
(215) 995-5066 View (215) 995-5066
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Fred James Chamberlain
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18101
Counseling is an opportunity to sit back with an objective other to explore problematic areas of one's life and work towards making it more fulfilling. Whether you are experiencing a diagnosable disorder, difficulties in responding to life stressors, challenges with communicating with others or find yourself feeling stuck, talk therapy has been shown to be a highly effective option in improving your life. I count myself very lucky to have a vocation that I love doing and am regularly amazed at the inner resources that clients have proven capable of drawing upon to improve their relationships and their lives.
Counseling is an opportunity to sit back with an objective other to explore problematic areas of one's life and work towards making it more fulfilling. Whether you are experiencing a diagnosable disorder, difficulties in responding to life stressors, challenges with communicating with others or find yourself feeling stuck, talk therapy has been shown to be a highly effective option in improving your life. I count myself very lucky to have a vocation that I love doing and am regularly amazed at the inner resources that clients have proven capable of drawing upon to improve their relationships and their lives.
(610) 440-3802 View (610) 440-3802
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Wester Messina
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18102
Are your struggling with debilitating symptoms of anxiety or depression? Perhaps, you are one of the millions who just feels stuck, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Please know this: There is hope and you can move from suffering to engagement with life. In an accepting and compassionate manner, I will be sharing with you life-transforming skills. You will be able to approach your distress in a different way and begin to live the kind of life you truly want. Individual and couples counseling provided. Services offered in English or Spanish.
Are your struggling with debilitating symptoms of anxiety or depression? Perhaps, you are one of the millions who just feels stuck, depressed, anxious, or overwhelmed. Please know this: There is hope and you can move from suffering to engagement with life. In an accepting and compassionate manner, I will be sharing with you life-transforming skills. You will be able to approach your distress in a different way and begin to live the kind of life you truly want. Individual and couples counseling provided. Services offered in English or Spanish.
(484) 652-8239 View (484) 652-8239
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Livengrin Foundation
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18102
Congratulations on making the decision to search for a treatment facility. It is my belief that despite increasing awareness into the field of psychology and counseling, there still exists a pervasive stigma that can keep us from seeking the help we need. Making the decision to get into treatment can be very challenging but also very rewarding and at Livengrin we are dedicated to doing whatever we can for each client to make this transition as comfortable as possible. It is our goal to meet the individual needs of each client as we all have different concerns, strengths, and experiences.
Congratulations on making the decision to search for a treatment facility. It is my belief that despite increasing awareness into the field of psychology and counseling, there still exists a pervasive stigma that can keep us from seeking the help we need. Making the decision to get into treatment can be very challenging but also very rewarding and at Livengrin we are dedicated to doing whatever we can for each client to make this transition as comfortable as possible. It is our goal to meet the individual needs of each client as we all have different concerns, strengths, and experiences.
(610) 624-8866 View (610) 624-8866
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Lehigh Valley Counselors
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ICAADC, CCTP, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
Allentown, PA 18101
Everyone has uncomfortable times and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place in life.
Everyone has uncomfortable times and hurdles to overcome at some point. Whether you struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, or any other issue, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. You might be initially hesitant to seek out help and support for personal matters, but when you do, you will feel confident that you are taking a courageous first step towards getting to a better place in life.
(610) 596-4222 View (610) 596-4222

Gambling Therapists

How do gambling rehabilitation programs work?

There are both inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation programs. However, for some individuals, an outpatient facility may not offer enough hands-on care, and for other individuals, an inpatient facility may be too much. Both types of care have knowledgeable health professionals including physicians (in the case of residential programs), psychologists, counselors, psychotherapists, and recovered mentors.

How do gambling 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Abstinence and maintenance are key for 12-step gambling disorder programs. Individuals in a 12-step group rely on each other for support and accountability. In addition, there is often a spiritual element to these programs, whereby belief in a higher power can help the individual overcome their tendencies. If an individual genuinely wants to cease gambling, attending a 12-step program along with regular psychotherapy can be highly effective.

How long does therapy take for gambling disorder?

Recovering from gambling disorder takes time and effort. There’s no precise timeline for treatment, but a person can see change if they stick with therapy and if they have the will and desire to stop. Treatment for gambling disorder requires honesty in therapy, a commitment to understanding triggers, as well as the development of coping skills. Making lifestyle changes is also important, such as staying away from lotteries, online gambling, and casinos.

Is relapse a problem for those with a gambling disorder?

Gambling disorder is often chronic and can be life-long; therefore relapse may present a problem for some individuals. But effective treatment can bring a person’s life under control. To remain healthy and on track, the individual may need to regularly check in with their support group or psychotherapist. Frequently refreshing their tools of recovery can be helpful.