Addiction Therapists in Irwin, PA
If you're feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges—whether it's battling anxiety, navigating the pain of grief and loss, struggling with past trauma, or managing the complexities of addiction or PTSD—you're not alone.
I believe every person’s journey is unique, and you deserve a treatment plan that respects your individual needs. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, address challenges, and develop strategies for resilience and peace. I offer personalized therapy using CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused approaches to support your growth.
If you're feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges—whether it's battling anxiety, navigating the pain of grief and loss, struggling with past trauma, or managing the complexities of addiction or PTSD—you're not alone.
I believe every person’s journey is unique, and you deserve a treatment plan that respects your individual needs. Together, we’ll identify your strengths, address challenges, and develop strategies for resilience and peace. I offer personalized therapy using CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, and Solution-Focused approaches to support your growth.
I offer services to those looking to explore personal growth, change and support. I understand that certain stressors can become attached to our daily life responsibilities or interests and I want to help you find ways to overcome the obstacles you feel are present in your life. It takes great courage to be open to the process of therapy and I am willing to listen to your needs and create a plan with you. My therapeutic approach is one that allows you to organize your thoughts and develop insightful ways to cope with life adjustments.
I offer services to those looking to explore personal growth, change and support. I understand that certain stressors can become attached to our daily life responsibilities or interests and I want to help you find ways to overcome the obstacles you feel are present in your life. It takes great courage to be open to the process of therapy and I am willing to listen to your needs and create a plan with you. My therapeutic approach is one that allows you to organize your thoughts and develop insightful ways to cope with life adjustments.
I have been practicing for over 25 years with individuals with a substance use disorder in in-patient facilities, as well as private practice working with children 8 years old through adults; assisting them in becoming the best version of themself with skills to manage their future.
Often, the initial desire for a counselor and actually getting connected with a counselor can be a wait; therefore, I use the first part of the initial session to allow the client a time to vent and talk about issues that brought them to counseling.
I have been practicing for over 25 years with individuals with a substance use disorder in in-patient facilities, as well as private practice working with children 8 years old through adults; assisting them in becoming the best version of themself with skills to manage their future.
Often, the initial desire for a counselor and actually getting connected with a counselor can be a wait; therefore, I use the first part of the initial session to allow the client a time to vent and talk about issues that brought them to counseling.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Christian Counseling Associates (CCA) provides individual, marriage, and family counseling. We serve Christians who want their faith integrated into the counseling process and those holding any beliefs or attitudes toward spirituality. Our counselors will help you identify the core issues that have caused your emotional and personal problems, and immediately develop strategies to resolve these issues. CCA is able to provide a full range of clinical services. Please visit our website at www.ccawpa.com for a complete description of our faith based counseling services, locations, and counseling staff.
Navigating career changes, shifting family dynamics, or seeking a stronger sense of self can be challenging. I truly enjoy partnering with individuals in a therapeutic space, helping them grow and find clarity. Whether you’re facing relationship concerns, adapting to expected or unexpected life changes, managing parenting stress, planning your future, or simply trying to keep up with the demands of "adulting," these challenges can quickly become overwhelming.
Navigating career changes, shifting family dynamics, or seeking a stronger sense of self can be challenging. I truly enjoy partnering with individuals in a therapeutic space, helping them grow and find clarity. Whether you’re facing relationship concerns, adapting to expected or unexpected life changes, managing parenting stress, planning your future, or simply trying to keep up with the demands of "adulting," these challenges can quickly become overwhelming.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, relationship challenges, and substance use/ alcohol concerns.
Honest, Practical Therapy for Adults. Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you're handling things on your own. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or unsure about the direction they're heading. Therapy offers a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and start making intentional changes.
My approach is collaborative, honest, and grounded. I believe therapy should be supportive, but also practical and straightforward. We will talk about patterns, stress, relationships, decisions, and the things that feel difficult to sort out alone.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, ADHD, life transitions, relationship challenges, and substance use/ alcohol concerns.
Honest, Practical Therapy for Adults. Reaching out for therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you're handling things on your own. Many of the people I work with are thoughtful, capable adults who feel overwhelmed, stuck, anxious, or unsure about the direction they're heading. Therapy offers a space to slow down, understand what's happening, and start making intentional changes.
My approach is collaborative, honest, and grounded. I believe therapy should be supportive, but also practical and straightforward. We will talk about patterns, stress, relationships, decisions, and the things that feel difficult to sort out alone.
Ourideal clients are individuals and couples who desire counseling that honors both their faith and their emotional well-being. Many come feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, marital strain, trauma, or life transitions. Some feel spiritually disconnected or are seeking deeper purpose and peace.
At Grace Christian Counseling, our team creates a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood. We walk alongside you with compassion, integrating evidence-based therapeutic approaches with the hope and wisdom of Christian faith. Together, we help you process pain, rebuild relationships, and restore hope.
Ourideal clients are individuals and couples who desire counseling that honors both their faith and their emotional well-being. Many come feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, grief, marital strain, trauma, or life transitions. Some feel spiritually disconnected or are seeking deeper purpose and peace.
At Grace Christian Counseling, our team creates a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood. We walk alongside you with compassion, integrating evidence-based therapeutic approaches with the hope and wisdom of Christian faith. Together, we help you process pain, rebuild relationships, and restore hope.
My experience is primarily in helping people navigate life transitions, manage mental health symptoms, and change their relationship to alcohol and other substances.
I have worked alongside folks with a wide variety of reasons for coming to therapy, and am happy to see if we would work well together.
My experience is primarily in helping people navigate life transitions, manage mental health symptoms, and change their relationship to alcohol and other substances.
I have worked alongside folks with a wide variety of reasons for coming to therapy, and am happy to see if we would work well together.
Have you experienced trauma and aren't sure what to do next? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Are you struggling to maintain healthy relationships? Maybe you wonder if things could feel better... Happier. Healed. Carrying unresolved trauma infiltrates our relationships with ourselves and others. You don't have to endure this pain alone, but knowing what steps to take can be completely overwhelming! I believe that all people are inherently able to create positive change and transform their lives. Together we will navigate the uniqueness of your situation and work towards empowerment and healing.
Have you experienced trauma and aren't sure what to do next? Do you feel disconnected from yourself and others? Are you struggling to maintain healthy relationships? Maybe you wonder if things could feel better... Happier. Healed. Carrying unresolved trauma infiltrates our relationships with ourselves and others. You don't have to endure this pain alone, but knowing what steps to take can be completely overwhelming! I believe that all people are inherently able to create positive change and transform their lives. Together we will navigate the uniqueness of your situation and work towards empowerment and healing.
Connections Counseling of Western Pennsylvania
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Div, MS, LPC, NBCC
Serves Area
" These wounds can manifest themselves in disruptive behaviors, defiance, anxiety, depression, struggles with focus, aggression, self-injury, perfectionism and substance use.
I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). EMDR is a trauma informed/evidence-based form of counseling that uses Dual Attention Stimulation to reprocess disturbing memories. When a memory has been reprocessed, people can become "unstuck" from it. They experience greater emotional freedom. Distressing symptoms can lift.
" These wounds can manifest themselves in disruptive behaviors, defiance, anxiety, depression, struggles with focus, aggression, self-injury, perfectionism and substance use.
I specialize in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR). EMDR is a trauma informed/evidence-based form of counseling that uses Dual Attention Stimulation to reprocess disturbing memories. When a memory has been reprocessed, people can become "unstuck" from it. They experience greater emotional freedom. Distressing symptoms can lift.
At the Center for Psychological Services & Life Coaching, we walk alongside you through life’s challenges and seasons of growth. Our team offers therapy (adult and pediatric individual counseling, couples therapy and family therapy), medication management and evaluation/testing services for children and adults in a caring, faith-integrated environment. We focus on the whole person—mind, body, emotion, relationship, and spirit—helping you overcome barriers, discover strengths, and create a life of purpose, peace, and hope.
At the Center for Psychological Services & Life Coaching, we walk alongside you through life’s challenges and seasons of growth. Our team offers therapy (adult and pediatric individual counseling, couples therapy and family therapy), medication management and evaluation/testing services for children and adults in a caring, faith-integrated environment. We focus on the whole person—mind, body, emotion, relationship, and spirit—helping you overcome barriers, discover strengths, and create a life of purpose, peace, and hope.
We all need support at times and be proud of yourself for reaching out as it can be difficult. Stress, anxiety, depression, and trouble with life situations can lead to less satisfaction with life. Sometimes having healthy relationships and boundaries are difficult to achieve and having some help can make the process easier. I work with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, autism and ADHD. I am now accepting PA Health and Wellness Insurance.
We all need support at times and be proud of yourself for reaching out as it can be difficult. Stress, anxiety, depression, and trouble with life situations can lead to less satisfaction with life. Sometimes having healthy relationships and boundaries are difficult to achieve and having some help can make the process easier. I work with people who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, autism and ADHD. I am now accepting PA Health and Wellness Insurance.
Are you struggling with grief, anxiety, self-worth issues, trauma or everyday personal relationships? A supportive connection and listening ear can make a world of difference. My approach is to create a supportive partnership where we work together solving problems, discovering solutions and experiencing greater peace. My goal is to support you in having a better understanding of your inner world, to gain perspective about who you are in relationships and to increase overall health. Most importantly, I want to know the life you want for yourself and help you reach that vision.
Are you struggling with grief, anxiety, self-worth issues, trauma or everyday personal relationships? A supportive connection and listening ear can make a world of difference. My approach is to create a supportive partnership where we work together solving problems, discovering solutions and experiencing greater peace. My goal is to support you in having a better understanding of your inner world, to gain perspective about who you are in relationships and to increase overall health. Most importantly, I want to know the life you want for yourself and help you reach that vision.
There are situations in life when you may feel it's too difficult to handle things on your own. Sometimes family and friends are unable to give you the guidance or insight that you may need to resolve or manage your problem. It's in these times that therapy can help. I have successfully treated a wide-range of issues including, but not limited to; grief, loss, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I have also successfully worked with couples who are dealing with infidelity and/or communication issues.
There are situations in life when you may feel it's too difficult to handle things on your own. Sometimes family and friends are unable to give you the guidance or insight that you may need to resolve or manage your problem. It's in these times that therapy can help. I have successfully treated a wide-range of issues including, but not limited to; grief, loss, trauma, mood and anxiety disorders. I have also successfully worked with couples who are dealing with infidelity and/or communication issues.
Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.
Healing isn’t easy & taking the first step of seeking a therapist takes a lot of courage. Healing involves being patient & kind with yourself, along with stepping out of your comfort zone in order to talk about tough things so you can grow. Often in life we are faced with many challenges and feel like we are just stuck. My role as your therapist is to help you sort out these emotions and experiences that have you feeling like you are hitting a wall. Together we will work to identify unhealthy patterns and develop skills to help you take control of your life.
More Therapists Nearby
I work with folks struggling with substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, and seeking support during the many challenges in life.
I am taking new clients as of June 2026! I have partnered with a colleague, Frank Bienkowski to create a new practice, True to You Counseling and Coaching. Over my 20+ years in the field of mental health I’ve come to believe most people are seeking to understand their place and purpose in this challenging world. Navigating things like relationships, finances, careers, family, and trying to make the right choices all while having many unexpected events thrown in can be destabilizing. When you feel lost and have more questions than answers, I am here to help you sort through the overwhelm.
I work with folks struggling with substance abuse, trauma, anxiety, depression, and seeking support during the many challenges in life.
I am taking new clients as of June 2026! I have partnered with a colleague, Frank Bienkowski to create a new practice, True to You Counseling and Coaching. Over my 20+ years in the field of mental health I’ve come to believe most people are seeking to understand their place and purpose in this challenging world. Navigating things like relationships, finances, careers, family, and trying to make the right choices all while having many unexpected events thrown in can be destabilizing. When you feel lost and have more questions than answers, I am here to help you sort through the overwhelm.
Perhaps you are looking for relief from: depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, eating disorders, addiction, grief, or obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
There is no need to suffer in silence. Over the years I have heard people say, "I regret that I waited so long to come to counseling." When people struggle with life's challenges alone, they usually have little success. This solitary method often results in a deep sense of hopelessness and unhappiness. At the Samaritan Counseling Center, it has been my privilege to empower men, women and adolescents to make their lives more fulfilling. During counseling sessions, you will experience a safe environment to tell your story-and then together, we will begin the journey to hope and healing.
Perhaps you are looking for relief from: depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, eating disorders, addiction, grief, or obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD).
There is no need to suffer in silence. Over the years I have heard people say, "I regret that I waited so long to come to counseling." When people struggle with life's challenges alone, they usually have little success. This solitary method often results in a deep sense of hopelessness and unhappiness. At the Samaritan Counseling Center, it has been my privilege to empower men, women and adolescents to make their lives more fulfilling. During counseling sessions, you will experience a safe environment to tell your story-and then together, we will begin the journey to hope and healing.
I have successfully treated people struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma/PTSD, loss of a loved one, sexual difficulties, and relationship distress.
When working with couples, I teach partners to better empathize with each other. It is often in the context of this improved empathy and compassion that change and healing can occur. I also work with couples to improve their communication skills, conflict management skills, and problem solving skills.
I have successfully treated people struggling with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma/PTSD, loss of a loved one, sexual difficulties, and relationship distress.
When working with couples, I teach partners to better empathize with each other. It is often in the context of this improved empathy and compassion that change and healing can occur. I also work with couples to improve their communication skills, conflict management skills, and problem solving skills.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.