Substance Use Therapists in Downingtown, PA

I am passionate about helping those who suffer with mental health and dual disorders. My approach is empathetic and compassion first, with the goal of helping my clients overcome the obstacles in their lives that are inhibiting them from achieving fulfillment in life. No two clients are alike, therefore I treat each person's needs as I partner with them to heal the body, mind and spirit. My method is eclectic whether I am seeing you individually or in group , I believe everyone is capable of healing; as a therapist, it is my job to help guide each person on their own, personal journey toward healing and growth.

I am currently offering Recovery Coaching to individuals who are working on Mental Health and/or Substance Use challenges. Coaching assists a person with creating a pathway to move forward for personal or professional growth. Coaching can help you identify self-limiting beliefs and behaviors that may be preventing you from moving forward. Coaching is not therapy or counseling and there may be times that I will require a person to also connect with therapy when that additional support is necessary.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor, it is my goal in partnering with clients in navigating through life's twists and turns, being a guide towards a middle path of acceptance and change. My focus is to empower clients to transform coping strategies into skills of daily living, identify and release themselves from self-destructive patterns that led them to treatment, doing so in an environment that encourages growth and development.

I am a licensed therapist who sees individuals with mental health and/or substance use issues. When I began studying social work its philosophy resonated deeply with me as strengths-based with dignity for all. Social justice issues have recently been occupying a more prominent (long overdue) role in many conversations; I support the dismantling of systems of oppression in its many forms, and am supportive to clients if they choose to engage with these topics, whether or not they wish to bring them to the therapy space.

Larry earned his Master’s in Psychology from Harvard University. He is currently a Doctor of Psychology student at Immaculata University studying Clinical Psychology under clinical supervision. He is a practicing therapist and a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Larry got his start in mental health at McLean Hospital in Belmont, MA, the top psychiatry hospital in the US. He was most recently Primary Therapist at Recovery Centers of America. Some of his previous work includes helping others understand and work through anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, and substance use disorder.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with your relationships, career, or health challenges? Do you continue to repeat behaviors that push those that you love away? Do you want to learn how to cope with change and loss? Would you like to have more fulfilling relationships? Do you want to feel like your life has meaning and purpose? If so, this is your invitation to begin that journey. As a therapist, I am actively engaged in the process and will collaborate with you in an atmosphere that is accepting, compassionate, and positive.

I help adults with many common issues and concerns. I most enjoy working with other men who want to improve their mindset, start getting serious about their mental health, and develop healthier habits.

Skeptical about therapy or that things can change? I was too, before I saw a therapist myself. I too have experienced the societal stressors and family life issues and come to this work eager to empower my clients that you too can experience sustainable happiness. Do you over function, not feel good enough, feel stuck, or feel misunderstood? Do you wish you could say what you really feel versus what comes out when you are upset or frustrated? Are you or anyone else concerned with your drug or alcohol use, not understanding why? Would you like to be able to see the patterns you have been stuck in, so that you can find a better way?

Create a Meaningful Future! MPower Wellness offers holistic treatment plans to help individuals with addiction and mental health take accountability for their recovery and enjoy a sober lifestyle. We utilize evidence-based therapies in conjunction with holistic practices and 12-step facilitation to help clients find relief from the chronic stress of addiction and mental health conditions. Mental health and addiction are two sides of the same coin. Utilizing a holistic approach and evidence-based therapies helps to deepen healing, maintain sobriety and discover a sense of purpose.

Life is a continuous journey through which we experience challenges and successes. The challenges may leave us feeling sad, overwhelmed, fearful, or desperate. What we do with these experiences and feelings shape our continued journey through life. Do you feel challenged by struggles in your life? Looking to find meaning, achieve balance, and seek growth towards your real self?

New Beginnings Therapeutic Services is committed to being a client-centered practice. It is our goal to create a space for clients to share their most intimate thoughts and feelings, and for those thoughts to be received without judgment.

As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor, my aim is to assist individuals struggling with mental health and/or addiction issues by helping them to explore, identify, and better understand factors underlying negative patterns in their lives. I encourage and support my clients in developing personal plans of action to begin to challenge and break free from those patterns.

I'm glad you're here! My name is Erin Matthews. I enjoy working with clients from teen to older adult, and helping them deal with a variety of issues. I believe that devolping a healthy therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect for fostering growth and change. I have an open-minded and accepting approach, and love helping clients gain a better understanding of their emotions and how to deal with them more effectively. I also enjoy helping people learn to better advocate for themselves, create healthy boundaries, and improve communication with family and friends.

Reclaim Your Life! Are you often unaware of what is bothering you? Are you easily triggered? Are difficult thoughts, memories, or feelings (like anger, depression, anxiety, or distress) getting in the way of what you really want to do? Is it difficult to cope with stress, adversity, loss, or trauma? Do you want to live a more full, rich & meaningful life? Some common outcomes in therapy: Clarifying your values & exploring obstacles to your values and goals; Being more aware, open, accepting & willing to have all your experiences (pleasant & unpleasant); Being more present, centered, grounded, confident and empowered;

As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker I aim to help teens, adults, older adults, and couples stop struggling with difficult emotions and start living a life that aligns with their values. I have experience helping those struggling with eating disorders, body image issues, substance abuse, LGBTQI+ issues, illness, communication problems and more.

I have worked with persons throughout the lifespan. Most recently, I consulted at skilled nursing homes and assisted care facilities with a focus on illness and end of life challenges. I enjoy working with young adults who are just finding their way in this world and navigating new relationships and responsibilities. I accept clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, phobias, stress, identity development, assertiveness, anger management, and relationship challenges for those who are heterosexual, LGBTQ, caregivers, and parents.

My therapeutic approach is informed by my background in meditation, Eastern contemplative philosophy, and evolutionary psychology. I work with clients to establish a treatment plan that is uniquely sensitive to their particular clinical needs and concerns. Some of the most common techniques I employ focus on the important relationship between body and mind; these experiential, somatic, and cognitive interventions allow for critical shifts in perspective that promote meaningful and enduring behavioral change.