Intervention Therapists in Luzerne County, PA

Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, my name is Charles Tyson (they/them), and I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to the temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a Black, non-binary, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of wide-ranging clinical and field experience, I look forward to tailoring my approach to meet your needs and help you reach your goals.
Deeply passionate about social justice and facilitating and guiding positive change and development in the lives of others, my name is Charles Tyson (they/them), and I am thrilled to connect with you as you begin your journey inward. Healing is truly the risk of showing up for yourself and your resistance to the temptation to go back to unsilenced needs, numbing out, disconnection, and erasure. As a Black, non-binary, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 10 years of wide-ranging clinical and field experience, I look forward to tailoring my approach to meet your needs and help you reach your goals.

Phillip Prall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Wilkes Barre, PA 18702
I work with a diverse range of individuals, with a focus on those struggling with anxiety and depression. I also specialize in men's mental health, addressing a variety of issues particularly relevant to men's experiences and challenges. My approach includes encouraging men to express a full range of emotions and challenging traditional societal expectations that may discourage vulnerability. This work explores societal expectations and stereotypes to foster a healthier, more open emotional experience. Additionally, I also work with children and adolescents, including those with Autism.
I work with a diverse range of individuals, with a focus on those struggling with anxiety and depression. I also specialize in men's mental health, addressing a variety of issues particularly relevant to men's experiences and challenges. My approach includes encouraging men to express a full range of emotions and challenging traditional societal expectations that may discourage vulnerability. This work explores societal expectations and stereotypes to foster a healthier, more open emotional experience. Additionally, I also work with children and adolescents, including those with Autism.

Are you perceiving your sensitivity as a detriment in your life? Have your uniqueness and neurodivergence been used against you? I am here to help you make that shift and remove each layer of fear that has been planted in you and has led to chaos and lack of acceptance. Evidence-based practice modalities along with holistic approaches can help you regulate your nervous system, learn more about your emotions and manage depressive symptoms to find the opportunities to grow in the process.
Are you perceiving your sensitivity as a detriment in your life? Have your uniqueness and neurodivergence been used against you? I am here to help you make that shift and remove each layer of fear that has been planted in you and has led to chaos and lack of acceptance. Evidence-based practice modalities along with holistic approaches can help you regulate your nervous system, learn more about your emotions and manage depressive symptoms to find the opportunities to grow in the process.

Cheryl Rittfeldt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, Bilingual
Verified Verified
West Pittston, PA 18643
Hello, my name is Cheryl Rittfeldt. I am a multilingual, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. I believe that healing is a collective venture that requires honest caring without judgment. I cooperatively assist clients in identifying their goals. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, I gather from a variety of methods to generate a suited strategy. I have experience working with young children, adolescents, teens, couples, and adults. Hola, Yo hablo Espanol
Hello, my name is Cheryl Rittfeldt. I am a multilingual, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I earned my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Gothenburg, Sweden. I believe that healing is a collective venture that requires honest caring without judgment. I cooperatively assist clients in identifying their goals. Rather than adopting one methodology for all individuals and issues, I gather from a variety of methods to generate a suited strategy. I have experience working with young children, adolescents, teens, couples, and adults. Hola, Yo hablo Espanol

Hello and welcome to my Profile page! I am a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania with a Master's Degree in Social Work from Temple University. I am a fun loving therapist that isn't afraid to give tough love when needed and/or offer a non-biased; honest truth. My ideal client is seeking change or maybe they just need a listening ear, someone that will be there for them in a time of need. Whether you are struggling with something, or just need someone to talk to. I am looking forward to helping you! We will work together, in a safe and inviting environment or via telehealth. We will find healthy coping methods that work for you.
Hello and welcome to my Profile page! I am a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania with a Master's Degree in Social Work from Temple University. I am a fun loving therapist that isn't afraid to give tough love when needed and/or offer a non-biased; honest truth. My ideal client is seeking change or maybe they just need a listening ear, someone that will be there for them in a time of need. Whether you are struggling with something, or just need someone to talk to. I am looking forward to helping you! We will work together, in a safe and inviting environment or via telehealth. We will find healthy coping methods that work for you.

As a young adult I sought out counseling to help me navigate my life's issues. It felt most beneficial when a therapist, by listening and understanding me, in a nonjudgmental, supportive and educational way, seemed to meet me where I was at both emotionally and mentally- giving me hope, the tools, the time and the motivation I needed to heal.These healing experiences gave me the desire to help others. Thus following their positive examples, I have approached everyone's treatment on an individual basis- knowing everyone is different emotionally and mentally, and are coming from different life experiences.
As a young adult I sought out counseling to help me navigate my life's issues. It felt most beneficial when a therapist, by listening and understanding me, in a nonjudgmental, supportive and educational way, seemed to meet me where I was at both emotionally and mentally- giving me hope, the tools, the time and the motivation I needed to heal.These healing experiences gave me the desire to help others. Thus following their positive examples, I have approached everyone's treatment on an individual basis- knowing everyone is different emotionally and mentally, and are coming from different life experiences.

Ziv Ben-Dov
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFA, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Ziv Ben-Dov, MFA, MS, NCC, LPC. - a bilingual therapist.
You and I will identify your life's meaning. We will create a unique formula that will help you realize your personal needs and aspirations. In partnership with me you will gain confidence and a capacity to achieve your goals.
We will focus on gaining the freedom to love and be loved without fears and finding your life's purpose by developing goal oriented plans for success.
Ziv Ben-Dov, MFA, MS, NCC, LPC. - a bilingual therapist.
You and I will identify your life's meaning. We will create a unique formula that will help you realize your personal needs and aspirations. In partnership with me you will gain confidence and a capacity to achieve your goals.
We will focus on gaining the freedom to love and be loved without fears and finding your life's purpose by developing goal oriented plans for success.
Online Therapists

Where Faith Meets Mental Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Darby, PA 19082
Evidence based interventions that are utilized are CBT, solution focus, psychodynamic approach, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention.
Michelle’s most rewarding aspect of working with the individual served, is ensuring that their physical and emotional state are addressed. Helping the client to understand and process trauma and micro-trauma that impacts every area of functioning. She assist clients with identifying barriers and challenges, providing and exploring positive coping strategies, cognitive restructuring, resources, support, empathy, compassion, and effective quality of care to increase the clients likelihood of meeting their desired personal goals for success. She helps individuals with exploring their past and present to help them understand themselves.
Evidence based interventions that are utilized are CBT, solution focus, psychodynamic approach, motivational interviewing, and crisis intervention.
Michelle’s most rewarding aspect of working with the individual served, is ensuring that their physical and emotional state are addressed. Helping the client to understand and process trauma and micro-trauma that impacts every area of functioning. She assist clients with identifying barriers and challenges, providing and exploring positive coping strategies, cognitive restructuring, resources, support, empathy, compassion, and effective quality of care to increase the clients likelihood of meeting their desired personal goals for success. She helps individuals with exploring their past and present to help them understand themselves.

Sonya Hamilton-Padilla
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CMRFTC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allentown, PA 18106
Provides in-home services such as intervention, hoarding, & family conflict resolution.
With over 17-years of expertise as a therapist working in capacities such as a Family-Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and as a Certified Marriage, Relationship & Family Trauma Coach. I am a warm, seasoned, and a compassionate healer. When we experience trauma and everyday life struggles, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed; these things cause our lives to spiral. No single approach is the right fit for everyone and I utilize a range of therapy modalities. I also provide Christian Counseling by request. I provide therapeutic coaching to clients who live outside the state of PA and to expats who are living abroad.
Provides in-home services such as intervention, hoarding, & family conflict resolution.
With over 17-years of expertise as a therapist working in capacities such as a Family-Based Therapist, Outpatient Therapist, and as a Certified Marriage, Relationship & Family Trauma Coach. I am a warm, seasoned, and a compassionate healer. When we experience trauma and everyday life struggles, we find ourselves feeling overwhelmed; these things cause our lives to spiral. No single approach is the right fit for everyone and I utilize a range of therapy modalities. I also provide Christian Counseling by request. I provide therapeutic coaching to clients who live outside the state of PA and to expats who are living abroad.

Based on your specific needs, I help identify and execute the most effective intervention strategy.
I provide professional interventions addressing Substance Use Disorder and other behavioral concerns including Alcohol, Drug, Prescription, Co-Occurring Disorders, Gambling and Eating Disorders.
Based on your specific needs, I help identify and execute the most effective intervention strategy.
I provide professional interventions addressing Substance Use Disorder and other behavioral concerns including Alcohol, Drug, Prescription, Co-Occurring Disorders, Gambling and Eating Disorders.

Life Coaching and Professional Intervention- Recovery Management for a variety of life issues including but not limited to addictions, trauma, abuse, mental health issues and eating disorders.
My passion is to assist people from all walks of life with embracing hope, healing and vision. Individual's and families impacted by addiction's, trauma and mental health issues often have difficulty with finding and honoring their own truth. " To thy own self be true". Healthy living is a by-product of healthy boundaries and consistent self-care. Let me help you to identify and overcome the barriers that are preventing you from living a happy, productive and fulfilled life!
Life Coaching and Professional Intervention- Recovery Management for a variety of life issues including but not limited to addictions, trauma, abuse, mental health issues and eating disorders.
My passion is to assist people from all walks of life with embracing hope, healing and vision. Individual's and families impacted by addiction's, trauma and mental health issues often have difficulty with finding and honoring their own truth. " To thy own self be true". Healthy living is a by-product of healthy boundaries and consistent self-care. Let me help you to identify and overcome the barriers that are preventing you from living a happy, productive and fulfilled life!

I believe in a 12-step philosophy, and have experience working with chronic relapse, as well as with loved ones who need intervention for their addicted family members.
Thank you for checking out my profile. I primarily work with adults and adolescents, but occasionally work with children. My focus is on addictions, mood disorders, or personality disorders. Because of the high rate of trauma with addictions and personality disorders, I offer trauma informed care and best practices to all of my clients. For over 10 years I have run an adolescent Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) group for adolescents and young adults who self harm or have self destructive behaviors. Finally, I offer crisis and health and wellness seminars to local businesses in need.
I believe in a 12-step philosophy, and have experience working with chronic relapse, as well as with loved ones who need intervention for their addicted family members.
Thank you for checking out my profile. I primarily work with adults and adolescents, but occasionally work with children. My focus is on addictions, mood disorders, or personality disorders. Because of the high rate of trauma with addictions and personality disorders, I offer trauma informed care and best practices to all of my clients. For over 10 years I have run an adolescent Dialectic Behavior Therapy (DBT) group for adolescents and young adults who self harm or have self destructive behaviors. Finally, I offer crisis and health and wellness seminars to local businesses in need.

John G Knowles - Intervention And Assessment
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, CADC
Verified Verified
Scranton, PA 18505
Intervention services are highly individualized and include pre and post sessions.
I am a seasoned clinician and administrator in the addiction and mental health field for over 35 years. I provide interventions and assessments for individuals and families effected by addictions. Initial consultation is free of charge and can usually be accommodated within 24 hours. Online services available. I assure prompt, confidential and professional service.
Intervention services are highly individualized and include pre and post sessions.
I am a seasoned clinician and administrator in the addiction and mental health field for over 35 years. I provide interventions and assessments for individuals and families effected by addictions. Initial consultation is free of charge and can usually be accommodated within 24 hours. Online services available. I assure prompt, confidential and professional service.

Zeiger is certified in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT).
Dr. Zeiger and his associates treat a wide variety of behavioral health conditions.
Zeiger is certified in Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT).
Dr. Zeiger and his associates treat a wide variety of behavioral health conditions.

I use a combination of intervention approaches all geared towards helping your child build the skills they need.
Welcome! I provide therapy for kids with ADHD, anxiety, and concussions. As a team, I work with parents and kids to begin to understand some of the negative messages your child may be internalizing based on their challenges. ADHD: Once we explore some of the identity and self-esteem challenges, we begin the practical skills work such as examining how they learn, learning skills, executive functioning skills, when and how to study, and when to take breaks. We also create structure by creating a calendar for their homework and assignments a week ahead.
I use a combination of intervention approaches all geared towards helping your child build the skills they need.
Welcome! I provide therapy for kids with ADHD, anxiety, and concussions. As a team, I work with parents and kids to begin to understand some of the negative messages your child may be internalizing based on their challenges. ADHD: Once we explore some of the identity and self-esteem challenges, we begin the practical skills work such as examining how they learn, learning skills, executive functioning skills, when and how to study, and when to take breaks. We also create structure by creating a calendar for their homework and assignments a week ahead.

She has experience in working with children from ages four through adulthood, as well as families and couples across a broad spectrum of issues which include: Conflict resolution,Crisis Intervention, Sexual Trauma; Child/Teen/Marriage, Domestic Violence, Grief Counseling, ASD/ADHD,Depression/Anxiety.
Amée entered the field of psychology after raising her own four children. She brings her life experience, a strong background in developmental issues, as well as her specializations in trauma informed care to individual treatment. She focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship in order to create a safe place for client's to heal their emotional wounds, and improve the quality of their life!
She has experience in working with children from ages four through adulthood, as well as families and couples across a broad spectrum of issues which include: Conflict resolution,Crisis Intervention, Sexual Trauma; Child/Teen/Marriage, Domestic Violence, Grief Counseling, ASD/ADHD,Depression/Anxiety.
Amée entered the field of psychology after raising her own four children. She brings her life experience, a strong background in developmental issues, as well as her specializations in trauma informed care to individual treatment. She focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship in order to create a safe place for client's to heal their emotional wounds, and improve the quality of their life!

Timothy P Boyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CAADC, CIP
Verified Verified
Paoli, PA 19301
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), and a Certified Intervention Professional (CIP).
I have helped thousands of clients and families overcome the pain that results from Substance Use Disorder. I see individuals, couples and families. I am a Certified Interventionist and can lead an intervenion on a moments notice. I am an individual and marriage counselor and group therapist with over 30 years experience. I am available 24/7. Call me now!
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CAADC), and a Certified Intervention Professional (CIP).
I have helped thousands of clients and families overcome the pain that results from Substance Use Disorder. I see individuals, couples and families. I am a Certified Interventionist and can lead an intervenion on a moments notice. I am an individual and marriage counselor and group therapist with over 30 years experience. I am available 24/7. Call me now!

You may not be able to say exactly what it is, but there is something is wrong. You work hard to do the right things, but there is a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction. Do you only exist to help others? You take on extra assignments at work even if you’re already overwhelmed. You’re always the one being asked for favors and advice. Everyone relies on you to keep everything running smoothly, and you do it all. But lately, you’ve begun to wonder what it’s all for. You want so desperately to take a moment to figure out what you want, but so many people are counting on you, and you can’t let them down.
You may not be able to say exactly what it is, but there is something is wrong. You work hard to do the right things, but there is a persistent feeling of dissatisfaction. Do you only exist to help others? You take on extra assignments at work even if you’re already overwhelmed. You’re always the one being asked for favors and advice. Everyone relies on you to keep everything running smoothly, and you do it all. But lately, you’ve begun to wonder what it’s all for. You want so desperately to take a moment to figure out what you want, but so many people are counting on you, and you can’t let them down.

Leroy Ambrose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Morton, PA 19070
My office setting is relaxed and comfortable, which allows clients the ability to open up and talk. I work with couples to rebuild their lines of communication and to focus on each other in a non-combative manner, this creates a bond that will strengthen your relationship. Families and individuals can work through conflict, trauma and past issues that may be causing crisis and disruptions in their lives.
My office setting is relaxed and comfortable, which allows clients the ability to open up and talk. I work with couples to rebuild their lines of communication and to focus on each other in a non-combative manner, this creates a bond that will strengthen your relationship. Families and individuals can work through conflict, trauma and past issues that may be causing crisis and disruptions in their lives.

My ideal client struggles with Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Trauma, and/or related conditions. They are motivated for change or at least open to the possibility of change. They are open to feedback and willing to lean into the therapeutic process. They do not need to have clear goals for the therapeutic process right away but are willing to work to identify these goals in the treatment process. They would want to improve their life in some way, or even just their relationship with themselves.
My ideal client struggles with Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Trauma, and/or related conditions. They are motivated for change or at least open to the possibility of change. They are open to feedback and willing to lean into the therapeutic process. They do not need to have clear goals for the therapeutic process right away but are willing to work to identify these goals in the treatment process. They would want to improve their life in some way, or even just their relationship with themselves.
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Intervention Therapists
How does an intervention work?
An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behavior and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behavior has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.
How effective are interventions?
There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.
What are the limitations of interventions?
While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.
Are there alternatives to interventions?
Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.