Substance Use Therapists in Mifflintown, PA
I have broad experience in working with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, substance use disorders, and families struggling with addiction.
For 25 years I have been helping people to find the strength within themselves to solve problems and enact change. My preference is to combine spiritual, behavioral, and physical efforts to make a real difference in lives. I consult regularly with physicians on medical supports for treatment of mental disorders.
I have broad experience in working with mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, substance use disorders, and families struggling with addiction.
For 25 years I have been helping people to find the strength within themselves to solve problems and enact change. My preference is to combine spiritual, behavioral, and physical efforts to make a real difference in lives. I consult regularly with physicians on medical supports for treatment of mental disorders.
Come as you are. Move at your pace. Find your way forward. If you feel ready for something deeper than surface-level fixes. If you're tired of just managing symptoms and want real transformation that honors your whole self. If you've tried quick solutions, but you're looking for healing that addresses root causes, not symptoms. If you want to understand deeper patterns in your life and relationships, and you're motivated to do meaningful work that leads to lasting change. If you deserve support that sees you as a complete person, not just problems to solve. We will work well if these statements are true for your healing journey.
Come as you are. Move at your pace. Find your way forward. If you feel ready for something deeper than surface-level fixes. If you're tired of just managing symptoms and want real transformation that honors your whole self. If you've tried quick solutions, but you're looking for healing that addresses root causes, not symptoms. If you want to understand deeper patterns in your life and relationships, and you're motivated to do meaningful work that leads to lasting change. If you deserve support that sees you as a complete person, not just problems to solve. We will work well if these statements are true for your healing journey.
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In my work with eating disorders and substance use, my approach is always harm reduction.
If you're reading this, you've already taken the first step in getting the support you deserve! I feel honored to do this work and to be trusted with my clients’ stories and experiences. I aim to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood as you explore what may be holding you back. I know opening up can feel vulnerable, and you don’t have to do it alone. My hope is that you feel accepted as you are while building confidence, deepening self-trust, and exploring your hopes, goals, and needs at a pace that feels right for you, so you can move toward a life that feels more aligned, meaningful, and true to you.
In my work with eating disorders and substance use, my approach is always harm reduction.
If you're reading this, you've already taken the first step in getting the support you deserve! I feel honored to do this work and to be trusted with my clients’ stories and experiences. I aim to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and understood as you explore what may be holding you back. I know opening up can feel vulnerable, and you don’t have to do it alone. My hope is that you feel accepted as you are while building confidence, deepening self-trust, and exploring your hopes, goals, and needs at a pace that feels right for you, so you can move toward a life that feels more aligned, meaningful, and true to you.
Timothy C Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CAADC, NCC, MAC
4 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
My name is Timothy C. Evans. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist and Addiction Counselor in the states of Pennsylvania and Texas. I have 36 years of practice. I moved my practice to State College, Pennsylvania, from the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area to be closer to my family. I received my Master of Divinity in 1983 from Oral Roberts University School of Theology in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I completed postgraduate work at Texas Christian University Brite Divinity School in Ft. Worth, Texas. Later I received my Masters of Science in Counseling and Guidance from Texas A&M University: Commerce, Texas in 1987.
My name is Timothy C. Evans. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist and Addiction Counselor in the states of Pennsylvania and Texas. I have 36 years of practice. I moved my practice to State College, Pennsylvania, from the Dallas/Fort Worth Texas area to be closer to my family. I received my Master of Divinity in 1983 from Oral Roberts University School of Theology in Tulsa, Oklahoma. I completed postgraduate work at Texas Christian University Brite Divinity School in Ft. Worth, Texas. Later I received my Masters of Science in Counseling and Guidance from Texas A&M University: Commerce, Texas in 1987.
Over the past 10 years, in community mental health and private practice, I’ve supported adolescents, families, and adults navigating anxiety, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, and substance use.
I like to collaborate with folks to help identify opportunities for change & develop tools, confidence, & a support network to reduce distress & meet their goals. I have experience with trauma-focused care & use approaches such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, and mindfulness based practices. Focusing support on the mind and body.
Over the past 10 years, in community mental health and private practice, I’ve supported adolescents, families, and adults navigating anxiety, emotional regulation, life transitions, trauma, and substance use.
I like to collaborate with folks to help identify opportunities for change & develop tools, confidence, & a support network to reduce distress & meet their goals. I have experience with trauma-focused care & use approaches such as EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, and mindfulness based practices. Focusing support on the mind and body.
Mana Life Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAADC
1 Endorsed
State College, PA 16801
Having a compassionate counselor on your side during stressful times can be a great comfort. Whether you’re facing general stress, anxiety or depression Mana Life Counseling is here for you. Together, you’ll break down obstacles in your life and build a personal toolbox of coping strategies. Compassion and understanding are both key strategies in our approach, and through them, you’ll learn how to forge your way forward.
Having a compassionate counselor on your side during stressful times can be a great comfort. Whether you’re facing general stress, anxiety or depression Mana Life Counseling is here for you. Together, you’ll break down obstacles in your life and build a personal toolbox of coping strategies. Compassion and understanding are both key strategies in our approach, and through them, you’ll learn how to forge your way forward.
I am particularly passionate about working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, challenges with self esteem, substance use, and trauma.
Hello! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey to self-discovery and healing. As a therapist, my core mission is to help you unlock and reach your full potential. My approach to therapy is grounded in warmth and empathy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a partnership, one where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together in a safe and supportive environment. The goal is not just to navigate through your struggles but also to celebrate and build upon your inherent strengths and resilience.
I am particularly passionate about working with individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, challenges with self esteem, substance use, and trauma.
Hello! I'm thrilled to have the opportunity to walk alongside you on your journey to self-discovery and healing. As a therapist, my core mission is to help you unlock and reach your full potential. My approach to therapy is grounded in warmth and empathy. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a partnership, one where we explore your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors together in a safe and supportive environment. The goal is not just to navigate through your struggles but also to celebrate and build upon your inherent strengths and resilience.
As an experienced therapist, I approach each client as an individual, with unique stories, experiences, and struggles; it is my intention to help each person develop a deeper and more postive understanding of themselves, and hopefully the world around them, including their relationships and activities; I believe we are all given gifts and abilties and my goal ultimately as a therapist is to assist in others discovery and developing the qualites that make them unique and can lead to a satisfactory and meaningful existence. I believe in learning about clients in a non-judgemental and person centered manner.
As an experienced therapist, I approach each client as an individual, with unique stories, experiences, and struggles; it is my intention to help each person develop a deeper and more postive understanding of themselves, and hopefully the world around them, including their relationships and activities; I believe we are all given gifts and abilties and my goal ultimately as a therapist is to assist in others discovery and developing the qualites that make them unique and can lead to a satisfactory and meaningful existence. I believe in learning about clients in a non-judgemental and person centered manner.
Mental health symptoms—like depression, anxiety, anger, or chronic stress—are not the problem in themselves, but signals from within. They’re often the body and mind’s way of saying, ‘Something isn’t right,’ or ‘Something needs to change.’ In therapy, we create a safe and intentional space to explore these signals with curiosity and compassion. Together, we work to understand the underlying needs, build insight, and develop a more supportive relationship with yourself.
Mental health symptoms—like depression, anxiety, anger, or chronic stress—are not the problem in themselves, but signals from within. They’re often the body and mind’s way of saying, ‘Something isn’t right,’ or ‘Something needs to change.’ In therapy, we create a safe and intentional space to explore these signals with curiosity and compassion. Together, we work to understand the underlying needs, build insight, and develop a more supportive relationship with yourself.
We all want and need a safe place to talk and process what is going on in our heads and all around us. You are here because you want help, and believe that there is hope. Together we can build upon that hope, and can take some concrete steps to make real change happen. I have found that many clients come to me looking for help in handling life transitions. We quickly develop a plan, and begin to take meaningful steps forward creating hope and change.
We all want and need a safe place to talk and process what is going on in our heads and all around us. You are here because you want help, and believe that there is hope. Together we can build upon that hope, and can take some concrete steps to make real change happen. I have found that many clients come to me looking for help in handling life transitions. We quickly develop a plan, and begin to take meaningful steps forward creating hope and change.
My counseling practice focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication within families, couples and individuals. My passion is helping clients manage life transitions, loss, anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, addictions, and chronic illness. I approach therapy in a collaborative process, your participation plays an integral role in how therapy progresses. Together, we will establish goals and plans that we feel are attainable and will best meet your needs. I believe individuals and families are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives based on strengths they already possess. Our work together will enhance your existing resources.
My counseling practice focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication within families, couples and individuals. My passion is helping clients manage life transitions, loss, anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, addictions, and chronic illness. I approach therapy in a collaborative process, your participation plays an integral role in how therapy progresses. Together, we will establish goals and plans that we feel are attainable and will best meet your needs. I believe individuals and families are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives based on strengths they already possess. Our work together will enhance your existing resources.
I work with adolescents and adults dealing with substance use and addictions, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, or just the general stress of living in a chaotic world.
Kintsugi is a Japanese art form that repairs broken pottery with golden solder, making the pot more valuable after it has been broken and repaired. We all have places in life where we are broken...the journey of repairing the broken places is something to be celebrated because it makes us more valuable. I work to help people find meaning in that journey.
I work with adolescents and adults dealing with substance use and addictions, mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, or just the general stress of living in a chaotic world.
Kintsugi is a Japanese art form that repairs broken pottery with golden solder, making the pot more valuable after it has been broken and repaired. We all have places in life where we are broken...the journey of repairing the broken places is something to be celebrated because it makes us more valuable. I work to help people find meaning in that journey.
Your Story Matters and So Do You! Each of us tell ourselves a story about who we are, what we believe, and where we come from. Understanding our story releases the capacity to influence it in creative and valuable ways. Using complementary therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will explore cognitive perceptions and behavioral strategies to help promote resiliency, balance, and emotional prosperity. Focusing on your unique strengths, the goal is to move through any challenging situation you may be facing right now and tap into your true potential allowing you to enjoy a more fulfilling and meaningful life experience.
Your Story Matters and So Do You! Each of us tell ourselves a story about who we are, what we believe, and where we come from. Understanding our story releases the capacity to influence it in creative and valuable ways. Using complementary therapeutic approaches and techniques, we will explore cognitive perceptions and behavioral strategies to help promote resiliency, balance, and emotional prosperity. Focusing on your unique strengths, the goal is to move through any challenging situation you may be facing right now and tap into your true potential allowing you to enjoy a more fulfilling and meaningful life experience.
We are two legged and four legged practitioners who focus treating PTSD, traumatic stress, anxiety, ADHD, substance use (behavioral addictions), transitional difficulties, and non-traditional relationship navigation.
My training and education emphasized an evidenced based approach. This is something that I value and embrace in my work with others. My experience has led me to support this approach through the use of CBT, EMDR, and IFS to help individuals create a tailored treatment approach.
We are two legged and four legged practitioners who focus treating PTSD, traumatic stress, anxiety, ADHD, substance use (behavioral addictions), transitional difficulties, and non-traditional relationship navigation.
My training and education emphasized an evidenced based approach. This is something that I value and embrace in my work with others. My experience has led me to support this approach through the use of CBT, EMDR, and IFS to help individuals create a tailored treatment approach.
Sacred Wildness Psychotherapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC, NCC, CAGS, PA-C
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients. Laughing, crying, swearing, vomiting — all parts of you are welcome no matter how your current pain & challenges are showing up. My expertise is in complex trauma, attachment, life transitions, & chronic illness. I am a mind/body psychotherapist & will work with you through a holistic & integrative lens. I have been a psychiatric physician assistant for 20+ yrs & am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional II. While education & training are important, in my life & my work I most value a heartfelt connection. This forms the basis of the healing relationship that I consider essential & sacred to my work.
Waitlist for new clients. Laughing, crying, swearing, vomiting — all parts of you are welcome no matter how your current pain & challenges are showing up. My expertise is in complex trauma, attachment, life transitions, & chronic illness. I am a mind/body psychotherapist & will work with you through a holistic & integrative lens. I have been a psychiatric physician assistant for 20+ yrs & am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional II. While education & training are important, in my life & my work I most value a heartfelt connection. This forms the basis of the healing relationship that I consider essential & sacred to my work.
You may be feeling disconnected from your partner or family and looking for support through couples therapy or family therapy to rebuild trust, improve communication, and navigate an important life transition together. Perhaps you’re facing fertility challenges, exploring family-of-origin patterns, or struggling to balance your own needs with those of loved ones. Many of my clients want deeper understanding, healthier communication, and more closeness in their relationships. In our work together, we explore how personal history and family dynamics shape the relationship patterns you’re experiencing today.
You may be feeling disconnected from your partner or family and looking for support through couples therapy or family therapy to rebuild trust, improve communication, and navigate an important life transition together. Perhaps you’re facing fertility challenges, exploring family-of-origin patterns, or struggling to balance your own needs with those of loved ones. Many of my clients want deeper understanding, healthier communication, and more closeness in their relationships. In our work together, we explore how personal history and family dynamics shape the relationship patterns you’re experiencing today.
You’ve been carrying a lot. Maybe you’re anxious, low, or stuck in habits that help you get through the day but leave you feeling even farther from yourself. Maybe you’ve lost your spark, or feel a quiet kind of sadness that’s hard to explain. You might not know what you need yet, only that something has to shift. This is a soft place to land, no judgment, no pressure, just real conversation and room to breathe. I’ll listen closely to what feels unfinished or strained, and help you find your way back to something steadier, more meaningful, and genuinely yours. I work with individuals, couples, and groups.
You’ve been carrying a lot. Maybe you’re anxious, low, or stuck in habits that help you get through the day but leave you feeling even farther from yourself. Maybe you’ve lost your spark, or feel a quiet kind of sadness that’s hard to explain. You might not know what you need yet, only that something has to shift. This is a soft place to land, no judgment, no pressure, just real conversation and room to breathe. I’ll listen closely to what feels unfinished or strained, and help you find your way back to something steadier, more meaningful, and genuinely yours. I work with individuals, couples, and groups.
As we journey through life, there are times our travel becomes weary. We may feel lost, plagued by doubt, or burdened by uncertainty. Yet we are strong, resilient, and determined. We simply need a guide to help us discover the path forward. That is where Forward Path Counseling can help.
As we journey through life, there are times our travel becomes weary. We may feel lost, plagued by doubt, or burdened by uncertainty. Yet we are strong, resilient, and determined. We simply need a guide to help us discover the path forward. That is where Forward Path Counseling can help.
I also help clients address concerns that often accompany trauma, such as sleep difficulties, substance use, and relationship problems.
My therapy style is active and collaborative, and the approach I take is flexible based on my clients' needs. For those with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), I most often use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and I am a rostered CPT provider. I also offer other types of trauma-focused therapy, such as interpersonal therapy and prolonged exposure.
I also help clients address concerns that often accompany trauma, such as sleep difficulties, substance use, and relationship problems.
My therapy style is active and collaborative, and the approach I take is flexible based on my clients' needs. For those with posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), I most often use Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and I am a rostered CPT provider. I also offer other types of trauma-focused therapy, such as interpersonal therapy and prolonged exposure.
Hi! I am Brenda Kline, a Master's level Pre-Licensed Professional Counselor. I am very passionate in helping others navigate through their journey. I have nearly 10 years of experience helping children, teens, adults, families and couples across various age groups overcome their challenges and live their best most fulfilling lives. If you desire to work towards restoration on mental health symptoms that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief and trauma you have come to the right place. We will work together to start your healing journey. I am happy to offer Christian faith-based counseling upon request.
Hi! I am Brenda Kline, a Master's level Pre-Licensed Professional Counselor. I am very passionate in helping others navigate through their journey. I have nearly 10 years of experience helping children, teens, adults, families and couples across various age groups overcome their challenges and live their best most fulfilling lives. If you desire to work towards restoration on mental health symptoms that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, self-harm, grief and trauma you have come to the right place. We will work together to start your healing journey. I am happy to offer Christian faith-based counseling upon request.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.