Addiction Therapists in Mentor, OH

Please contact the office to see if I am currently accepting clients. Mental Health is a hard topic to discuss for anyone. We can often be embarrassed or scared and not know or understand what we are feeling. My role as a counselor is to assist you in finding the light at the end of the tunnel. I am here to provide you with support in a non-judgmental way and to help you meet the goals you have for yourself. In the collaborative space we create together, I invite you to show up for the work of healing whatever you identify as your focus for our time together.

Your strengths and needs are as unique as your reasons for seeking therapy in the first place. This is why I take a conversational, client-centered, humanistic approach to therapy. This approach incorporates elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I truly believe there is no problem too small or large to address in therapy, and in fact, one does not need to be experiencing a specific issue to benefit from the opportunity for personal growth counseling offers. No matter what circumstances may have brought you here, please accept my invitation to reach out today.

My specialties are working with individuals, families, couples, and groups in the areas of mental health and addiction (alcohol & drug, sexual, gambling, internet, etc.,) trauma, abuse, PTSD, legal issues, depression, anxiety, grief, anger management, domestic violence and behavioral management. Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation Provider.

Has there ever been a time where you felt alone or that something wasn't working? Maybe you have tried to cope with these feelings or maybe you do not know where to start. I believe that these thoughts and feelings can be changed once we change the mindset. No matter what stage of life a client is in, my goal is for each client to feel accepted and supported. I desire for each client to recognize their strengths and utilize them to help grow through these difficult times. I can help to resolve conflicts, recognize strengths, increase confidence and communication skills.

Racheal Wilson (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who is supervised by Michael Pollak, PCC-S. She provides individual counseling to adolescents (16+) and adults. Her areas of focus include bipolar disorder, dual-diagnosis, substance -use disorders, schizophrenia spectrum and other psychotic disorders, complex trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder.

Do you or someone you love have to get sober, but struggles? Do others not understand why this is difficult, and sometimes impossible? I realize that when trying to get sober, it is important to have someone in your corner who can understand that you truly want to stop using, but just can't by yourself. My focus is a) combine our efforts to get started in sobriety, and b) learn and practice research proven coping skills to get past those overwhelming emotions in a supportive, accountable, non-threatening environment.

When people reach out for help in dealing with life stressors, I respond in a timely, compassionate, respectful manner and seek to form a therapeutic relationship built on acceptance and trust. I help patients to find new ways to use their existing strengths in areas they find stressful and difficult. I seek out and harness their motivation to change and to enhance coping skills to effectively manage ongoing difficulties and to construct a life worth living. Therapy is a partnership that assists in functioning effectively in the present.

Currently accepting new clients. I believe every individual deserves access to therapy. Life can get stressful and overwhelming at times. Sometimes we need a safe and comfortable environment to express our thoughts and feelings. I believe every client is unique and has different needs. I enjoy building a therapeutic relationship with my clients to learn what my clients want therapy to focus on. I value every clients confidentiality and ensure every client is treated with dignity and respect.

Currently accepting new clients, practice-wide! Problems are here to stay for the long-haul. Stress is optional. We are a group of counselors who provide a space for self-reflection. We help you do the inner work, to learn what you aren’t necessarily aware of, to bring forward a deeper layer of yourself, and to understand why we are the way we are. Once we can understand that we do have a choice in all the chaos, we can start to heal.

Mental health and alcoholism/ addiction can be hard topics to discuss and treat. They often are accompanied by a stigma that can leave people/families feeling hopeless, embarrassed, or ashamed. As a clinician I can help provide a nonjudgmental, safe space to discuss any mental health/ substance abuse problems. My role as a counselor allows both myself and the client to come up with effective solutions that can assist with the treatment of any reoccurring mental health/ substance abuse disorders. I use cognitive behavioral therapy with a person centered approach.

**Morning and All Day Friday Appointments AVAILABLE** I have worked with all walks of life: children, adolescents, adults, elderly, juvenile delinquency, mental health, substance abuse...I have facilitated groups and have conducted individual and family sessions. What ever the issue or your specific goal, I am willing to help!

Mental Health and substance use awareness is growing more and more each day. Anyone should be welcomed with open arms to work through issues that create a dark cloud over their happiness. Working as a team and at a pace where you are comfortable is the goal that we will work to progress towards. There is not a concrete formula to happiness or managing our inner demons, but we can create one and I would be honored to help you on your journey.

I have many years of experience working with individuals who struggle with mental health and addiction problems. I use a skill-based approach to treatment called dialectical behavioral therapy. This type of treatment focuses on learning how to live in the moment, manage interpersonal relationships effectively, handle life's challenges with grace and competence, and understand and deal with feelings in constructive ways. Using my training and diagnostic knowledge I will develop a comprehensive treatment plan that emphasizes relapse prevention and living a life worth living. I work with a team of other mental health professionals including psychiatrists, and counselors.

Hello! My name is Donna Murray and I look forward to connecting with you. I’ve had the joy of working in the counseling field for over 25 years in multiple settings including: private practice, inpatient and outpatient, home-based, school-based and residential detox. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the states of Ohio, West Virginia and North Carolina and have been offering counseling services since 1996. Currently, I also serve on the West Virginia Certification Board for Addiction & Prevention Professionals.

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical and Chemical Dependency Counselor, and have been serving the Cleveland area for over 25 years. I specialize in treating adults and adolescents who exhibit signs of anxiety, stress, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, and a variety of problematic sexual behaviors as well as victim issues. I have experience working with substance abuse and work with individuals whose use has resulted in legal issues. I work with families and teens who have adjustment and behavioral issues. I work with the individual as well as partners, spouses and family members.

We all struggle with life issues! None of us are meant to do this thing called LIFE alone. I want to help you find that 'missing piece,' that was left behind through trauma, family issues, personal decisions, and mental health or drug issues.

Are you tired of just being another number & not being heard? Do you want to be yourself & heal without being judged? Are you experiencing anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, mood disorders, co-dependency, addiction issues, grief and/or loss? Is anger, lack of self-esteem and/or the inability to control impulsive behavior something you'd like to change? I believe in being a team that works together to empower & help you achieve your goals using a combination of Evidence-Based Practices, team work, & the mind, body & spirit connection. Together, we can foster powerful changes in your life.