Addiction Therapists in Amherst, MA
Providing Massachusetts statewide services. Mental health issues are at an all time high. It's ok to ask for help. Please don't struggle alone. Dr. Chelmow has > 30 years in the mental health field - focusing on work, family, education, financial & social problems to quickly help reduce anxiety, depression, family issues & substance abuse. He has worked as a business executive & in governance. He has taught at Harvard Medical School, the University of Massachusetts, Cambridge College & Springfield College & written many articles on health care. He provides training to business on difficult work situations, stigma & multiculturalism.
Providing Massachusetts statewide services. Mental health issues are at an all time high. It's ok to ask for help. Please don't struggle alone. Dr. Chelmow has > 30 years in the mental health field - focusing on work, family, education, financial & social problems to quickly help reduce anxiety, depression, family issues & substance abuse. He has worked as a business executive & in governance. He has taught at Harvard Medical School, the University of Massachusetts, Cambridge College & Springfield College & written many articles on health care. He provides training to business on difficult work situations, stigma & multiculturalism.
I offer individual therapy and specialize in treating depression, anxiety and addiction. I work from the belief that meaningful change is possible, and offer a supportive judgement free environment where we can work together to achieve your goals. I believe that every client comes with a unique background and history, and by exploring it together we can identify goals and overcome obstacles that will lead towards meaningful change.
I offer individual therapy and specialize in treating depression, anxiety and addiction. I work from the belief that meaningful change is possible, and offer a supportive judgement free environment where we can work together to achieve your goals. I believe that every client comes with a unique background and history, and by exploring it together we can identify goals and overcome obstacles that will lead towards meaningful change.
Geneva Schmitt
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have specialized training and experience working with people diagnosed with trauma-related and substance use disorders.
My primary goal is to empower my adult clients as they work to better understand themselves and the world around them. I offer an empathic, judgment-free space for clients to explore the issues that concern them. From this client-centered foundation we will identify goals, barriers, and strategies for change. I have extensive training and experience treating a wide range of individuals including those diagnosed with PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, and Depression. My practice is LGBTQIA+-affirming and BIPOC-allied.
I have specialized training and experience working with people diagnosed with trauma-related and substance use disorders.
My primary goal is to empower my adult clients as they work to better understand themselves and the world around them. I offer an empathic, judgment-free space for clients to explore the issues that concern them. From this client-centered foundation we will identify goals, barriers, and strategies for change. I have extensive training and experience treating a wide range of individuals including those diagnosed with PTSD, Anxiety Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, and Depression. My practice is LGBTQIA+-affirming and BIPOC-allied.
Andrea is licensed as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC 1) and Doctorate of Social Work (DWS). In addition, Andrea is certified in trauma and can help adult clients to work on their internalized emotions, mental health disorders, and keeping their sobriety in substance use, and alcohol addiction. She utilizes different approaches and modalities in Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
Andrea is licensed as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LADC 1) and Doctorate of Social Work (DWS). In addition, Andrea is certified in trauma and can help adult clients to work on their internalized emotions, mental health disorders, and keeping their sobriety in substance use, and alcohol addiction. She utilizes different approaches and modalities in Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
Gail Fries, LICSW, SEP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
(NOTE: I have little to no availability. ) Do you struggle with the effects of a difficult childhood, have an addiction, had a life-changing accident, or experienced an abusive or controlling relationship? If so, you probably don't enjoy life as much as you'd like. Our work will be both a partnership and an exploration, working at your pace. I'm trained as a psychotherapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I value working collaboratively, at your pace, towards building greater resilience, feeling safer, and resolving areas of difficulty so that you can enjoy yourself, your relationships and your life more.
(NOTE: I have little to no availability. ) Do you struggle with the effects of a difficult childhood, have an addiction, had a life-changing accident, or experienced an abusive or controlling relationship? If so, you probably don't enjoy life as much as you'd like. Our work will be both a partnership and an exploration, working at your pace. I'm trained as a psychotherapist and a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner. I value working collaboratively, at your pace, towards building greater resilience, feeling safer, and resolving areas of difficulty so that you can enjoy yourself, your relationships and your life more.
My clinical specialties also include: grief and loss, spiritual counseling, working with psychological barriers to meditation practice, finding alternatives to “higher power” in addiction recovery, spiritual abuse/deconversion, as well as providing support to all members of the rainbow family.
Currently full with a waitlist; we are running some therapy groups now for those interested. Please feel free to reach out for a consult to join the waitlist or a group! I work with clients who are feeling that they are ready to get well, even if they do not know what that looks like, or even if its possible. I aim to help those who are tired of being told they need to wait to "deal with trauma". Frequently my clients tell me they have figured out how to get through the day, but they are not living their best life.
My clinical specialties also include: grief and loss, spiritual counseling, working with psychological barriers to meditation practice, finding alternatives to “higher power” in addiction recovery, spiritual abuse/deconversion, as well as providing support to all members of the rainbow family.
Currently full with a waitlist; we are running some therapy groups now for those interested. Please feel free to reach out for a consult to join the waitlist or a group! I work with clients who are feeling that they are ready to get well, even if they do not know what that looks like, or even if its possible. I aim to help those who are tired of being told they need to wait to "deal with trauma". Frequently my clients tell me they have figured out how to get through the day, but they are not living their best life.
Sarah Anyanwu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
I have enjoyed my extensive work with individuals that have struggled with substance misuse and/or poly substance use, in addition to various mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. I genuinely look up to my clients as they are open to implementing new skills and ideas into their already established perspectives in life. It is my belief that the opposite of addiction is connection to healthy individuals, as we are social beings by nature. We long to be wanted, loved and needed, and sometimes seek that longing through maladaptive ways that end up hurting us.
I have enjoyed my extensive work with individuals that have struggled with substance misuse and/or poly substance use, in addition to various mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety and PTSD. I genuinely look up to my clients as they are open to implementing new skills and ideas into their already established perspectives in life. It is my belief that the opposite of addiction is connection to healthy individuals, as we are social beings by nature. We long to be wanted, loved and needed, and sometimes seek that longing through maladaptive ways that end up hurting us.
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals that face severe anxiety, anger and substance misuse disorders.
We are all so complicated. We love hard, we inflict hurt to our selves and others. But there is still so much beauty that lives within us all. I want to be able help you create the self-love, self-worth, self-compassionate and self- trust in you again. I have over 10 years in working with individuals that have experienced traumas in intimate partner and family violence. I am committed to supporting individuals to find that surviving self-love that lives within them, especially when feelings of brokenness and hopelessness is the only vision. We will develop communication with love and kindness for true change in our relationships.
I specialize in working with couples, families and individuals that face severe anxiety, anger and substance misuse disorders.
We are all so complicated. We love hard, we inflict hurt to our selves and others. But there is still so much beauty that lives within us all. I want to be able help you create the self-love, self-worth, self-compassionate and self- trust in you again. I have over 10 years in working with individuals that have experienced traumas in intimate partner and family violence. I am committed to supporting individuals to find that surviving self-love that lives within them, especially when feelings of brokenness and hopelessness is the only vision. We will develop communication with love and kindness for true change in our relationships.
Our therapists in Amherst will help you work through issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, violence, personality-related difficulties, relational difficulties, issues around identity, meaning, and self-esteem, among many other mental and behavioral health concerns.
Are you acting in ways that no longer serve you but you can’t seem to make changes? Are you feeling anxious or depressed but can’t figure out the cause? At Handel Behavioral Health our therapists in Amherst are here to help you develop the tools and inner strengths to meet life’s challenges. Whether you’re looking for couples counseling, therapy for substance use disorder, therapy for trauma, therapy for anxiety, or many other mental health and life concerns, our trained psychologists and psychiatrists in Amherst are here for you. We offer online counseling in Massachusetts, and in-person therapy from our Prey street office.
Our therapists in Amherst will help you work through issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, violence, personality-related difficulties, relational difficulties, issues around identity, meaning, and self-esteem, among many other mental and behavioral health concerns.
Are you acting in ways that no longer serve you but you can’t seem to make changes? Are you feeling anxious or depressed but can’t figure out the cause? At Handel Behavioral Health our therapists in Amherst are here to help you develop the tools and inner strengths to meet life’s challenges. Whether you’re looking for couples counseling, therapy for substance use disorder, therapy for trauma, therapy for anxiety, or many other mental health and life concerns, our trained psychologists and psychiatrists in Amherst are here for you. We offer online counseling in Massachusetts, and in-person therapy from our Prey street office.
Are you concerned about your substance use or the substance use of a loved one? I am a trained substance abuse counselor.
Are you feeling stuck? What is getting in your way of having the life that you want? What is keeping you from being your best self? Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and other complementary therapies (Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology) I can help you learn practical strategies to unhook from problematic thought patterns, to get out of your head, and to move forward in your life.
Are you concerned about your substance use or the substance use of a loved one? I am a trained substance abuse counselor.
Are you feeling stuck? What is getting in your way of having the life that you want? What is keeping you from being your best self? Using ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and other complementary therapies (Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness, and Positive Psychology) I can help you learn practical strategies to unhook from problematic thought patterns, to get out of your head, and to move forward in your life.
Montana McKim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01004 (Online Only)
I also work with people who are autistic, have ADHD, experience anxiety, depression, struggle with addiction, and have survived trauma.
Are your worries keeping you up at night? Do you think about something over and over and imagine the worst might happen? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you can’t get anything done? Does everything, including eating and sleeping, feel hard? It is okay to need help and I want to help you get unstuck.
I also work with people who are autistic, have ADHD, experience anxiety, depression, struggle with addiction, and have survived trauma.
Are your worries keeping you up at night? Do you think about something over and over and imagine the worst might happen? Do you feel so overwhelmed that you can’t get anything done? Does everything, including eating and sleeping, feel hard? It is okay to need help and I want to help you get unstuck.
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I am currently accepting new clients. The most significant factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself. With this in mind, I adopt a warm and collaborative approach with each client. I enjoy working with a wide variety of issues, including mood disorders such as depression and anxiety; addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; supporting recovery from substance abuse; exploring issues of racial and cultural identity; and enhancing skills for management of trauma history.
I am currently accepting new clients. The most significant factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself. With this in mind, I adopt a warm and collaborative approach with each client. I enjoy working with a wide variety of issues, including mood disorders such as depression and anxiety; addressing relationship challenges and life transitions; supporting recovery from substance abuse; exploring issues of racial and cultural identity; and enhancing skills for management of trauma history.
I believe that life can be extremely challenging, and many of us have difficulty adjusting to life stressors, such as surviving trauma, addiction, and loss.
Melinda understands that reaching out for help can be challenging. Her wish is to make your experience less stressful, so that your transition into therapy is positive. She uses a goal oriented and solution-focused counseling approach. Melinda assures a professional, safe, and welcoming environment. Her clients often describe her as kind, supportive, compassionate, and funny. Her supportive style shows an in-depth understanding of the human condition and mental health issues. Melinda holds a deep respect for individual differences and human dignity. She will listen to what your goals are and help you to reach them.
I believe that life can be extremely challenging, and many of us have difficulty adjusting to life stressors, such as surviving trauma, addiction, and loss.
Melinda understands that reaching out for help can be challenging. Her wish is to make your experience less stressful, so that your transition into therapy is positive. She uses a goal oriented and solution-focused counseling approach. Melinda assures a professional, safe, and welcoming environment. Her clients often describe her as kind, supportive, compassionate, and funny. Her supportive style shows an in-depth understanding of the human condition and mental health issues. Melinda holds a deep respect for individual differences and human dignity. She will listen to what your goals are and help you to reach them.
I specialize in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, loss and coping with medical illness such as HIV.
Creative practices can often be a safer and more direct way of expressing, experiencing and understanding the most challenging emotions. I'm a creative arts therapist who has been working in clinical settings in the NYC area for over five years. I integrate my experience as a performer in Jazz, improvised and World music as well as my zen practice of over ten years into a unique and effective approach to therapy. Using both verbal psychotherapy and creative art mediums in a safe and supportive environment I work to guide the therapeutic process towards achieving a client's unique goals.
I specialize in working with clients with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship issues, trauma, loss and coping with medical illness such as HIV.
Creative practices can often be a safer and more direct way of expressing, experiencing and understanding the most challenging emotions. I'm a creative arts therapist who has been working in clinical settings in the NYC area for over five years. I integrate my experience as a performer in Jazz, improvised and World music as well as my zen practice of over ten years into a unique and effective approach to therapy. Using both verbal psychotherapy and creative art mediums in a safe and supportive environment I work to guide the therapeutic process towards achieving a client's unique goals.
Liz LaRaia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
Now accepting new clients! I am so excited to support you in your journey to living your best life! My name is Liz and I work with people aged 17+ who want to improve their ability to manage challenging aspects of their lives. When problems related to substance use, mood disorders, grief, trauma, chronic illness or pain, parenting, educational and professional stress become overwhelming I can provide supportive and reassuring opportunities for change. It can be frightening to confront these parts of ourselves. I will provide a compassionate, validating and safe space to move forward in your life and accomplish your goals.
Now accepting new clients! I am so excited to support you in your journey to living your best life! My name is Liz and I work with people aged 17+ who want to improve their ability to manage challenging aspects of their lives. When problems related to substance use, mood disorders, grief, trauma, chronic illness or pain, parenting, educational and professional stress become overwhelming I can provide supportive and reassuring opportunities for change. It can be frightening to confront these parts of ourselves. I will provide a compassionate, validating and safe space to move forward in your life and accomplish your goals.
I believe that people are capable of change. Taking the initiative to begin therapy is often a challenging step, and I have great respect for those who are willing to take an honest look inward. I have a passion for working with survivors of trauma, and individuals who engage in self-harm, addictive behaviors, substance use, and damaging interpersonal relationships.
I believe that people are capable of change. Taking the initiative to begin therapy is often a challenging step, and I have great respect for those who are willing to take an honest look inward. I have a passion for working with survivors of trauma, and individuals who engage in self-harm, addictive behaviors, substance use, and damaging interpersonal relationships.
Amy Peterson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Amherst, MA 01002
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience working with complex mental health issues and addiction and can help individuals, families, friends, and couples dealing with both.
*****PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** I am an experienced (24 years) psychotherapist with an intuitive, down to earth style. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, body image and self-esteem, sex and sexuality, working through trauma and family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, first responders and vicarious trauma, creativity and self-expression, and gender variance and transition. My work is relational and is rooted in an awareness of social and cultural realities. I provide a safe, stable, warm environment in which to explore and address your concerns.
I have extensive experience working with complex mental health issues and addiction and can help individuals, families, friends, and couples dealing with both.
*****PLEASE NOTE THAT I AM NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** I am an experienced (24 years) psychotherapist with an intuitive, down to earth style. I specialize in LGBTQIA+ issues, relationships, body image and self-esteem, sex and sexuality, working through trauma and family of origin issues, depression, anxiety, first responders and vicarious trauma, creativity and self-expression, and gender variance and transition. My work is relational and is rooted in an awareness of social and cultural realities. I provide a safe, stable, warm environment in which to explore and address your concerns.
Areas of specific focus are: relationship concerns, personality issues, family of origin conflicts, substance use, mood disorders, index & complex trauma, first responders, motivation, self-esteem, executive function concerns and anxiety disorders.
As a psychodynamic therapist, I specialize in helping adults, adolescents and couples make sense of their inner worlds. My goal is to collaborate with clients to gain autonomy of their emotional lives, foster deep psychological awareness/flexibility and facilitate observable change in how they relate to themselves and others. Clients can expect a highly active, curious and reflective environment in session, where they are challenged and encouraged to develop insight as a primary mechanism of behavioral change. If you are interested in a consult, fill out the inquiry form here: learningsolutionsls.com/our-process/
Areas of specific focus are: relationship concerns, personality issues, family of origin conflicts, substance use, mood disorders, index & complex trauma, first responders, motivation, self-esteem, executive function concerns and anxiety disorders.
As a psychodynamic therapist, I specialize in helping adults, adolescents and couples make sense of their inner worlds. My goal is to collaborate with clients to gain autonomy of their emotional lives, foster deep psychological awareness/flexibility and facilitate observable change in how they relate to themselves and others. Clients can expect a highly active, curious and reflective environment in session, where they are challenged and encouraged to develop insight as a primary mechanism of behavioral change. If you are interested in a consult, fill out the inquiry form here: learningsolutionsls.com/our-process/
I have worked extensively with individuals that have sought treatment for issues that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, substance abuse and grief.
The reasons people seek therapy are as diverse as the people themselves. I offer therapy to adults with a focus on helping them work on specific change as well as self-acceptance. Depending on people’s needs, I offer this help in the form of support, information, guidance, self-knowledge or the space to learn and practice new skills.
I have worked extensively with individuals that have sought treatment for issues that include but are not limited to anxiety, depression, substance abuse and grief.
The reasons people seek therapy are as diverse as the people themselves. I offer therapy to adults with a focus on helping them work on specific change as well as self-acceptance. Depending on people’s needs, I offer this help in the form of support, information, guidance, self-knowledge or the space to learn and practice new skills.
Burgess G Brown
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Amherst, MA 01002 (Online Only)
With a Master of Science degree in Clinical Professional Counseling and twenty plus years in substance abuse therapy, I am prepared to aid in helping you move toward recovery.
Have substances caused so much harm in your life they could be destroying what you've worked so hard for? Have others commented on behaviors that keep you from keeping family, employment and other obligations? Has your quality of life fallen lower than you may want to admit? Have you tried in the past, possibly dedicating a month or more to inpatient treatment, only to give in again. Tired and scared of what may be next? Addiction is a serious problem that requires professional intervention.
With a Master of Science degree in Clinical Professional Counseling and twenty plus years in substance abuse therapy, I am prepared to aid in helping you move toward recovery.
Have substances caused so much harm in your life they could be destroying what you've worked so hard for? Have others commented on behaviors that keep you from keeping family, employment and other obligations? Has your quality of life fallen lower than you may want to admit? Have you tried in the past, possibly dedicating a month or more to inpatient treatment, only to give in again. Tired and scared of what may be next? Addiction is a serious problem that requires professional intervention.
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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.