Addiction Therapists in Allentown, PA

Life is full of challenges that can make or break us. If you’re feeling stuck, we can work together to turn adversity into opportunity for growth, change, and healing. Our thoughts greatly influence the reality we experience and can perpetuate the cycle of negative thinking when distorted by depression and anxiety. We will explore obstacles holding you back from finding contentment, identify goals to promote the change you want to see in yourself, and build upon strengths you naturally possess to develop resiliency for the future.

Book Online Today: www.CounselingSolutionsLV.com WHERE CHANGE BEGINS. Who We Are: ​ Counseling Solutions of the Lehigh Valley is a bilingual licensed DDAP facility and community-centered Substance Use treatment and prevention education provider located in Allentown Pennsylvania. Our primary location is in the heart of the Historic Business District at The Madison Hamilton Professional Offices.

Utilizing multiple treatment approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, certified as a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Informed clinician, Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Certified in Mindfulness Awareness, Neuro-Linguistic Programing, and utilizing Emotional Freedom Technique, (EFT) I assist adults, late teens, couples, and families to find solutions to better regulate their emotions, language, belief system, and perceptions of life challenges. Specialities include Depression, Anxiety, Substance Abuse, Codependency, Relationship Conflict, and Brief Solution Focused work with work and relationship conflict.

Veterans hold a special place in my heart. I have experience walking with the members of our Armed Forces who are struggling to reacclimate to society. I have worked with individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury, Substance Use Disorder, anxiety, depression, and PTSD.

Skilled in relating to adolescents/ adults. Mental health and adjustment, personal growth/ quality of life issues. Solution-focused, brief approach. Humanistic/ strengths-based approach.

“Empathy has no script. There is no right way or wrong way to do it. It’s simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of ‘You’re not alone.’”- Brené Brown. Providing empathy and a "tool box" of individualized skills to overcome your obstacles, and meet your goals, is where my passion lies. My approach to therapy is genuine, creative, practical and focused on helping you find solutions to your problems based on your unique strengths, resources, and knowledge.

Hi /Hola: My name is Cindy Bello. I am a bilingual therapist, Advanced Addiction Counselor, US Veteran, and Department of Transportation/ Substance Abuse Professional provider committed to helping my patients achieve the best version of themselves. Mi nombre es Licenciada Cindy Bello. Soy una terapeuta bilingüe, Advanced Addiction Counselor, US Veteran, and Department of Transportation/ Substance Abuse Professional comprometida en ayudar a mis pacientes a lograr la versión de ellos mismos.

I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) who believes that therapy is a wonderful tool for change. As your counselor I want to listen and support you as you discover a better way of life for yourself. Whatever you may be suffering from, healing is possible. Learning to understand the internal beliefs that are causing your suffering today will help you to learn the skills that transform your life. I work on helping you connect the body, mind and spirit to achieve balance and happiness through identifying what parts of you are out of alignment.

You may be wondering if you have a problem with sexual behavior or you may be seeking help for someone you care about. Did you know that mental health professionals believe that 5% to 8% of the population in the U.S. suffer from sexual addiction ? Dependence on pornography, especially Internet pornography, is a common behavior for persons who struggle with sexual addiction . Often individuals need professional help since efforts at self care are usually not successful and failure only enforces feelings of shame & despair. Professional help is available for you, your spouse or a loved one. You do not have to figure this out alone.

I am a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and I am glad you are considering working with me. My background includes working with individuals and couples trying to navigate the ups and downs of life. My areas of focus have been working with those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship conflict, addiction , grief, and loss. Life is a journey and sometimes parts of that journey can be very challenging. My goal is to help you navigate your way through those challenging parts.

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.

Congratulations on making the decision to search for a counselor. 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 I am dedicated to doing whatever I can for each client to make this transition as comfortable as possible. Additionally, it is my goal to meet the individual needs of each client as we all have different concerns, strengths, and experiences.

The decision to seek treatment is often very difficult. I work to make the therapeutic environment comfortable, offering a non-judgmental arena to work on issues of addiction , sexual addiction and trauma. I work to meet the client where they are in the moment and help guide them on the journey to recovery, well-being and peace of mind

I am passionate about working with individuals seeking healing from trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse. Additionally, I am equally passionate about exploring how culture, intergenerational patterns, and racial identity play a role within the different facets of your life. It is my belief that through compassion, non-judgment, education, and advocacy that individuals can gain emotional healing and freedom. I enjoy working collaboratively to establish and meet counseling goals, while nourishing resiliency, self-acceptance and awareness.

Amidst a time of fear and uncertainty, I applaud you for considering an opportunity that will lead to healing. Though this process may be new for you and out of your comfort-zone, I assure you it will be worth it. I'm a compassionate and dedicated therapist who is committed to providing you with the highest quality of care. I offer a warm, non-judgmental environment that will allow you to feel safe enough to begin making life-long changes.

COVID has left many of us feeling as though necessary changes are needed within our daily lives. Anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and overall confusion with life and life transitions have become a common theme for everyone. My goal as a therapist is to help you become self-aware and full of purpose, especially directed at overcoming mental or emotional roadblocks. “Empathy has no script. There is no right way or wrong way to do it. It’s simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment, emotionally connecting, and communicating that incredibly healing message of ‘You’re not alone.’”- Brené Brown.

I feel that the bravest thing anyone can do is begin to understand their own story and as your therapist, I’m here to help. Let’s celebrate taking that first step in sorting out and making sense of your thoughts and feelings together. Sometimes our perception of therapy is stuffy, one-sided or that we cannot be our true selves during a session. I can assure you that’s not how our time together will be spent. You have my promise to feel heard, able to engage freely, be genuine, and feel relaxed in a nonjudgmental safe space to help you feel empowered enough to cope with whatever life throws you.

Rachel Kelly is a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years in the mental health and addictions field. Rachel works with adults who are seeking help for trauma, addiction , anxiety, depression, Women’s issues, and life transitions. She completed her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Lock Haven University and received her Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Arcadia University.

You hear your child’s screams before the words “enough screen time” even leave your mouth. It’s another weekday night and your child’s having a complete meltdown as you try to put the iPad away. Guiltily, you wonder how this situation got so out of control. Were there parenting choices that could have prevented this? Just a few years ago your child was all smiles and joy. Now they’re irritable all the time and completely addicted to their devices. The blue light of the screen casts a haunting shadow over their sweet face. “Angry Birds” has turned your kid into an angry monster. You need some help! It’s time to get your child back.

Tibor Baukal is a licensed professional counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and an associate counselor in marriage and family therapy in New Jersey. His training in family systems has helped him to understand the importance of meeting clients where they are at, and how to work collaboratively with them to help them not only relieve symptoms, but to work through their problems and improve their overall level of functioning and resilience. He understands that the most important aspect of therapy is joining with clients and helping them to develop a sense of hope and expectancy for change.