Drug Abuse Therapists in Holyoke, MA
Helen Stojanov-Acford
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC1
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
Taking charge of your life is invaluable and daunting task. Embarking on the journey of recovery can be intimidating so finding the right therapist is essential to make this process comfortable and safe. I have years of experience treating adults with addiction and mental health disorders, specializing in substance use disorders, anger management, depression/anxiety, grief, interpersonal relationship issues and trauma. I am certified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and psychological first aid for First Responders.
Taking charge of your life is invaluable and daunting task. Embarking on the journey of recovery can be intimidating so finding the right therapist is essential to make this process comfortable and safe. I have years of experience treating adults with addiction and mental health disorders, specializing in substance use disorders, anger management, depression/anxiety, grief, interpersonal relationship issues and trauma. I am certified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and psychological first aid for First Responders.
Renewed Mind Body & Spirit Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC1
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
Adversity and struggle are situations that are common. The goal to avoid both would be ideal but that is not reality. Peace and calmness in the mist of adversity and struggle is a possible reality and what we will strive to help you achieve. My approach is client centered and you are the expert of your life. Together we will take a nonjudgemental look at what is going on in your life, what is working for you and what is not. In a safe environment we will help you put together a game plan allowing you to see what you need to change in order to get to where you see yourself and where you want to be.
Adversity and struggle are situations that are common. The goal to avoid both would be ideal but that is not reality. Peace and calmness in the mist of adversity and struggle is a possible reality and what we will strive to help you achieve. My approach is client centered and you are the expert of your life. Together we will take a nonjudgemental look at what is going on in your life, what is working for you and what is not. In a safe environment we will help you put together a game plan allowing you to see what you need to change in order to get to where you see yourself and where you want to be.
River Valley Counseling Center
Psychologist, Psy D, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
J Christopher Waisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LICSW
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
During our lives, we can find ourselves in painful, often repetitive situations without understanding why. I provide a safe, thoughtful space in order to help expand both your understanding of problems, and your potential for change. I believe that we all have the talents, strengths and skills necessary to make meaningful changes in our lives, and I employ extensive therapeutic experience, professional knowledge, empathic curiosity, and playfulness in the treatment of individuals ages 11 and older, couples, and families. I look forward to helping you identify and achieve your life goals.
During our lives, we can find ourselves in painful, often repetitive situations without understanding why. I provide a safe, thoughtful space in order to help expand both your understanding of problems, and your potential for change. I believe that we all have the talents, strengths and skills necessary to make meaningful changes in our lives, and I employ extensive therapeutic experience, professional knowledge, empathic curiosity, and playfulness in the treatment of individuals ages 11 and older, couples, and families. I look forward to helping you identify and achieve your life goals.
Michael MacMunn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
YOU are searching through Psychology Today because something in your life is NOT working. We will work on dealing with these issues and managing the feelings that are connected to them. Working through your issues and feeling better is the goal. You owe it to yourself to make some changes for a better life, give me a call and let's talk. 413.562.8045. I have a few openings available immediately.
YOU are searching through Psychology Today because something in your life is NOT working. We will work on dealing with these issues and managing the feelings that are connected to them. Working through your issues and feeling better is the goal. You owe it to yourself to make some changes for a better life, give me a call and let's talk. 413.562.8045. I have a few openings available immediately.
Ethan Suniewick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
After many conversations with friends, family, coworkers, and sometimes complete strangers, I often hear "Wow! I've never shared that with anyone before!" I will bring this open, non-judgmental, and accepting part of myself to all of our work together. Whatever issue you are asking for help with, I am here to join with you and support your efforts to make positive changes, to find clarity, and to move forward with understanding and self-love.
After many conversations with friends, family, coworkers, and sometimes complete strangers, I often hear "Wow! I've never shared that with anyone before!" I will bring this open, non-judgmental, and accepting part of myself to all of our work together. Whatever issue you are asking for help with, I am here to join with you and support your efforts to make positive changes, to find clarity, and to move forward with understanding and self-love.
Michael Slinsky
Counselor, MSW, CSC, MEd, CAGS, LMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
If you are someone who is motivated for change and wants to be there 100%, I am here for you! I work best with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, poly substance abuse and dependence, and personality disorders. I help clients live self-actualized lives due to difficulties with work, family life, and self-esteem. I use combination of Rogerian, CBT, and Insight therapies in a way that encourages self-expression, improved communication skills, and self understanding. Empathy and self-awareness are modeled by my approach to the clients I work with in a safe environment.
If you are someone who is motivated for change and wants to be there 100%, I am here for you! I work best with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, poly substance abuse and dependence, and personality disorders. I help clients live self-actualized lives due to difficulties with work, family life, and self-esteem. I use combination of Rogerian, CBT, and Insight therapies in a way that encourages self-expression, improved communication skills, and self understanding. Empathy and self-awareness are modeled by my approach to the clients I work with in a safe environment.
Gary C Kennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
Waitlist for new clients
Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.
Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.
Shannon Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
ATTN: I am part of Lorenzi Health, LLC. Intake coordinators will contact and schedule new clients. So often we are faced with stressful and overwhelming situations that leave us feeling disempowered, drained, and at times even hopeless. In today’s world so many people struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, and life’s uncertainties. We all need an outlet “a release” someone we can turn to when we’re feeling the weight of the world on our shoulders. Someone we can trust and confide in without feeling judged or shamed.
ATTN: I am part of Lorenzi Health, LLC. Intake coordinators will contact and schedule new clients. So often we are faced with stressful and overwhelming situations that leave us feeling disempowered, drained, and at times even hopeless. In today’s world so many people struggle with anxiety, depression, stress, and life’s uncertainties. We all need an outlet “a release” someone we can turn to when we’re feeling the weight of the world on our shoulders. Someone we can trust and confide in without feeling judged or shamed.
Candace Wheeler Tenczar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
Not accepting new clients
Hello, if you're experiencing distress in an area(s) of your life that you're having difficulty resolving on your own, I would like to help. I have many years of experience working with widely diverse individuals on challenges such as conflict in relationships, anger management issues, grief and loss, difficulty with managing emotions, domestic violence, spiritual issues, substance misuse, anxiety, depression, PTSD and a number of other problematic issues. I use a variety of tools and together we can decide what those will be.
Hello, if you're experiencing distress in an area(s) of your life that you're having difficulty resolving on your own, I would like to help. I have many years of experience working with widely diverse individuals on challenges such as conflict in relationships, anger management issues, grief and loss, difficulty with managing emotions, domestic violence, spiritual issues, substance misuse, anxiety, depression, PTSD and a number of other problematic issues. I use a variety of tools and together we can decide what those will be.
John E Brelsford
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
Not accepting new clients
My practice is based on Motivational Interviewing, a counseling approach that holds the belief that each of us has the capacity to develop solutions to the problems we confront and that the role of a therapist is to collaborate with people to identify goals, and strategies to achieve those goals, that best fit their lives. People who enter therapy with me can expect to experience an empathic, supportive and respectful relationship that aims to help them increase their clarity regarding the choices facing them, their motivation to pursue important life changes, and their confidence in their ability to do so.
My practice is based on Motivational Interviewing, a counseling approach that holds the belief that each of us has the capacity to develop solutions to the problems we confront and that the role of a therapist is to collaborate with people to identify goals, and strategies to achieve those goals, that best fit their lives. People who enter therapy with me can expect to experience an empathic, supportive and respectful relationship that aims to help them increase their clarity regarding the choices facing them, their motivation to pursue important life changes, and their confidence in their ability to do so.
Cheryl E. Medina
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
Not accepting new clients
I am a graduate from American International College where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I continued my learning endeavors where I earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in individual counseling that centers around individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues as well as working with families, elders and adolescents.
I am a graduate from American International College where I earned my Bachelor of Science in Psychology. I continued my learning endeavors where I earned a Master’s in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I have experience in individual counseling that centers around individuals that struggle with depression, anxiety, anger issues as well as working with families, elders and adolescents.
Amanda J Zannetti
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
What is standing in the way of you and your inner peace? Peace is difficult to obtain when your mind is too loud. Perhaps your self care has been on the back burner and you've managed thus far but there has always been something amiss. It's time for change. Change is how we grow, how we thrive. Therapy is not cookie cutter, it grows and changes just like people do. Being a human is hard, and we all need support from time to time. Therapy is not about what is "wrong" or fixing what is "bad." Its about learning to live life on life terms, understanding your whole self and all of your parts in order to truly live and thrive.
What is standing in the way of you and your inner peace? Peace is difficult to obtain when your mind is too loud. Perhaps your self care has been on the back burner and you've managed thus far but there has always been something amiss. It's time for change. Change is how we grow, how we thrive. Therapy is not cookie cutter, it grows and changes just like people do. Being a human is hard, and we all need support from time to time. Therapy is not about what is "wrong" or fixing what is "bad." Its about learning to live life on life terms, understanding your whole self and all of your parts in order to truly live and thrive.
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Telehealth Addictions Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020
*Appointments available for immediate scheduling* CSGB, LLC's Virtual Addictions Treatment team is dedicated to examining unhealthy relationships with substances (including but not limited to alcohol, drugs, gambling, video gaming, nicotine and caffeine) and replacing coping strategies that no longer serve our clients, with empowering healthy coping skills. Our counselors are qualified to write recidivism and substance use/misuse reports for those in need.
*Appointments available for immediate scheduling* CSGB, LLC's Virtual Addictions Treatment team is dedicated to examining unhealthy relationships with substances (including but not limited to alcohol, drugs, gambling, video gaming, nicotine and caffeine) and replacing coping strategies that no longer serve our clients, with empowering healthy coping skills. Our counselors are qualified to write recidivism and substance use/misuse reports for those in need.
Dr. Katrin Rouse Weir
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Indian Orchard, MA 01151
Dr. Rouse Weir has 28+ years of experience in the field of psychology and mental health. She has worked in out-patient and in-patient settings, with adolescents and adults, throughout the life cycle. She has experience with addiction, sexual disorders, psychosis, developmental disabilities, personality disorders, diagnostic issues, trauma, as well as aging, depression, anxiety and partnership issues. She has experience with correctional settings, juveniles and adult offenders as well. She has conducted evaluations for educational, forensic and other settings. She has 25 plus years evaluating/addressing forensic mental health issues.
Dr. Rouse Weir has 28+ years of experience in the field of psychology and mental health. She has worked in out-patient and in-patient settings, with adolescents and adults, throughout the life cycle. She has experience with addiction, sexual disorders, psychosis, developmental disabilities, personality disorders, diagnostic issues, trauma, as well as aging, depression, anxiety and partnership issues. She has experience with correctional settings, juveniles and adult offenders as well. She has conducted evaluations for educational, forensic and other settings. She has 25 plus years evaluating/addressing forensic mental health issues.
Nicole Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Nicole Johnson. I am currently a Master of Social Work student. I have always been passionate about helping others improve their lives in any way that I can. I have experience working with adults in substance use, domestic violence, and mental health. I am dedicated to providing a safe space for you to be open and honest while expressing yourself. I will utilize a strengths-based approach to help you identify and build on your current strengths. In my spare time, I am typically traveling and exploring new places with my family.
Hi, my name is Nicole Johnson. I am currently a Master of Social Work student. I have always been passionate about helping others improve their lives in any way that I can. I have experience working with adults in substance use, domestic violence, and mental health. I am dedicated to providing a safe space for you to be open and honest while expressing yourself. I will utilize a strengths-based approach to help you identify and build on your current strengths. In my spare time, I am typically traveling and exploring new places with my family.
Adam M Curtis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01103 (Online Only)
Therapy should be thought of as a safe space that provides the ability for all to feel safe and heard. As a counselor with over 10 years of experience working with the substance use population, I have come to realize substance use affects more than just the person in recovery but those around them as well. I specialize in the affects and healing of those in recovery from substance use, families and loved ones who need a safe space to discuss the anxiety and stressors that come along with the diagnosis as well as providing coping skills and tools to those in need as they relate to men's issues.
Therapy should be thought of as a safe space that provides the ability for all to feel safe and heard. As a counselor with over 10 years of experience working with the substance use population, I have come to realize substance use affects more than just the person in recovery but those around them as well. I specialize in the affects and healing of those in recovery from substance use, families and loved ones who need a safe space to discuss the anxiety and stressors that come along with the diagnosis as well as providing coping skills and tools to those in need as they relate to men's issues.
E. M. Garrigan
Counselor, LMHC, MS, CS
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01108
The stress of daily life can affect us in different areas; career, financial, relationship and family issues. As time passes, if we are not mindful of behaviors, things can fester increasing symptoms of anxiety, and depression. My approach is to unravel false belief systems, with either solution focused, and at the Client's choice, a psycho-dynamic, psychotherapy approach. Sometimes we need to look at the past. I believe it is acceptable to focus on present day solutions. Overwhelming feelings can be a detour to our true authentic selves. Counseling is to effectively set, and achieve, goals to be our true, unique, authentic selves.
The stress of daily life can affect us in different areas; career, financial, relationship and family issues. As time passes, if we are not mindful of behaviors, things can fester increasing symptoms of anxiety, and depression. My approach is to unravel false belief systems, with either solution focused, and at the Client's choice, a psycho-dynamic, psychotherapy approach. Sometimes we need to look at the past. I believe it is acceptable to focus on present day solutions. Overwhelming feelings can be a detour to our true authentic selves. Counseling is to effectively set, and achieve, goals to be our true, unique, authentic selves.
Dr. Toby Lynch
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
I believe that good therapy brings people closer to the things that matter in their lives. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, burned out, or struggling with anxiety or depression can be both a signal of how much distance exists between you and what matters as well as a barrier to change.
I believe that good therapy brings people closer to the things that matter in their lives. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, burned out, or struggling with anxiety or depression can be both a signal of how much distance exists between you and what matters as well as a barrier to change.
Sean Bourgeoise
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC I
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
You've arrived here because you're determined to undergo a transformation. You're ready to break free from the past and start moving forward. Congratulations for making it this far! It takes a lot of courage to let go of old habits and envision a new future for yourself. Although it can be intimidating, it's also exciting. Think of it like jumping into a pool. Once you push past your fear and take the leap, change begins to happen. Your body and mind adjust to the refreshing water, and your mood and outlook start to improve.
You've arrived here because you're determined to undergo a transformation. You're ready to break free from the past and start moving forward. Congratulations for making it this far! It takes a lot of courage to let go of old habits and envision a new future for yourself. Although it can be intimidating, it's also exciting. Think of it like jumping into a pool. Once you push past your fear and take the leap, change begins to happen. Your body and mind adjust to the refreshing water, and your mood and outlook start to improve.
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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.