Substance Use Therapists in 16505
Christian Counseling Associates of Western PA
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16505
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.
I have many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and he is so proud of you for getting started!
I have many years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, self-esteem, and confidence. I work with clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and he is so proud of you for getting started!
Megan Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Erie, PA 16505 (Online Only)
Maybe you want to learn to overcome your fear and anxiety; transform your inner critic into something more kind; begin healing from trauma; learn how to navigate life after the loss of a loved one; or explore and develop a better understanding of yourself and the many spectrums of identity. Regardless of your reason for seeking therapy, it tells me one very important thing, you are ready for a change. For the last 8 years I have worked with people as they learn to navigate and adjust to transitions in life. Change can happen quickly, it is important that we make the time for ourselves to reflect and grow.
Maybe you want to learn to overcome your fear and anxiety; transform your inner critic into something more kind; begin healing from trauma; learn how to navigate life after the loss of a loved one; or explore and develop a better understanding of yourself and the many spectrums of identity. Regardless of your reason for seeking therapy, it tells me one very important thing, you are ready for a change. For the last 8 years I have worked with people as they learn to navigate and adjust to transitions in life. Change can happen quickly, it is important that we make the time for ourselves to reflect and grow.
Accepting New Clients! If you're struggling with situational stressors or old wounds that you've kept buried, therapy may be the beginning of the healing process for you. Reaching out for help can be very overwhelming at times. Therapy is about identifying strengths, changing behaviors that aren't working for us, and striving for happiness and fulfillment. It's about learning how to help yourself.
Accepting New Clients! If you're struggling with situational stressors or old wounds that you've kept buried, therapy may be the beginning of the healing process for you. Reaching out for help can be very overwhelming at times. Therapy is about identifying strengths, changing behaviors that aren't working for us, and striving for happiness and fulfillment. It's about learning how to help yourself.
If you are having difficulty with issues in your life and like a relaxed and down to earth type of therapist, I can help . I work with clients ages 6 years throughout adulthood, experiencing complications due to ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, self esteem, life transitions, trauma due to abuse/violence, confidence, relationships and communication problems along with behavior disorders,. I assist clients in finding their strengths, along with creative techniques to teach them how to use it to build their life worth living. I have a special interest in working with female clients of all ages.
If you are having difficulty with issues in your life and like a relaxed and down to earth type of therapist, I can help . I work with clients ages 6 years throughout adulthood, experiencing complications due to ADHD, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, substance abuse, self esteem, life transitions, trauma due to abuse/violence, confidence, relationships and communication problems along with behavior disorders,. I assist clients in finding their strengths, along with creative techniques to teach them how to use it to build their life worth living. I have a special interest in working with female clients of all ages.
Amy Hamilton
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Erie, PA 16505 (Online Only)
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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.