Alcohol Use Therapists in Chicopee, MA
![Photo of Sean Bourgeoise, MA, LADC I, Drug & Alcohol Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e110d9f9-e26f-45b3-9af6-b6e8370a56f0/3/320x400.jpeg)
Sean Bourgeoise
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC I
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
You've arrived here because you're determined to undergo a transformation. You're ready to break free from the past and start moving forward. Congratulations for making it this far! It takes a lot of courage to let go of old habits and envision a new future for yourself. Although it can be intimidating, it's also exciting. Think of it like jumping into a pool. Once you push past your fear and take the leap, change begins to happen. Your body and mind adjust to the refreshing water, and your mood and outlook start to improve.
You've arrived here because you're determined to undergo a transformation. You're ready to break free from the past and start moving forward. Congratulations for making it this far! It takes a lot of courage to let go of old habits and envision a new future for yourself. Although it can be intimidating, it's also exciting. Think of it like jumping into a pool. Once you push past your fear and take the leap, change begins to happen. Your body and mind adjust to the refreshing water, and your mood and outlook start to improve.
![Photo of Helen Stojanov-Acford, LADC1, Drug & Alcohol Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/fcaa0b5d-a844-4e14-a983-fc0cd193307a/2/320x400.jpeg)
Helen Stojanov-Acford
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC1
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
Taking charge of your life is invaluable and daunting task. Embarking on the journey of recovery can be intimidating so finding the right therapist is essential to make this process comfortable and safe. I have years of experience treating adults with addiction and mental health disorders, specializing in substance use disorders, anger management, depression/anxiety, grief, interpersonal relationship issues and trauma. I am certified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and psychological first aid for First Responders.
Taking charge of your life is invaluable and daunting task. Embarking on the journey of recovery can be intimidating so finding the right therapist is essential to make this process comfortable and safe. I have years of experience treating adults with addiction and mental health disorders, specializing in substance use disorders, anger management, depression/anxiety, grief, interpersonal relationship issues and trauma. I am certified in Critical Incident Stress Debriefing and psychological first aid for First Responders.
![Photo of Dana Venable - Telehealth Addictions Services, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bf605578-cc39-4f65-bad8-7cd591586711/2/320x400.jpeg)
*Appointments available for immediate scheduling* CSGB, LLC's Virtual Addictions Treatment team is dedicated to examining unhealthy relationships with substances (including but not limited to alcohol, drugs, gambling, video gaming, nicotine and caffeine) and replacing coping strategies that no longer serve our clients, with empowering healthy coping skills. Our counselors are qualified to write recidivism and substance use/misuse reports for those in need.
*Appointments available for immediate scheduling* CSGB, LLC's Virtual Addictions Treatment team is dedicated to examining unhealthy relationships with substances (including but not limited to alcohol, drugs, gambling, video gaming, nicotine and caffeine) and replacing coping strategies that no longer serve our clients, with empowering healthy coping skills. Our counselors are qualified to write recidivism and substance use/misuse reports for those in need.
![Photo of Donna Merrill, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/50646294-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
DCF-involved families, (reunification and custody-related) families in conflict/relationship struggles, parenting children who have experienced trauma or delays/disabilities, work with teens, anyone wanting to explore their own family patterns to break the cycle for themselves and/or their family, people in recovery, people experiencing challenges with after-incarceration transitions, issues related to anger management and parenting struggles, strategies for handling behavioral/school-related issues with children-including issues related to foster care and adoption.
DCF-involved families, (reunification and custody-related) families in conflict/relationship struggles, parenting children who have experienced trauma or delays/disabilities, work with teens, anyone wanting to explore their own family patterns to break the cycle for themselves and/or their family, people in recovery, people experiencing challenges with after-incarceration transitions, issues related to anger management and parenting struggles, strategies for handling behavioral/school-related issues with children-including issues related to foster care and adoption.
![Photo of Michelle Lynn Selden, MS CMHC, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ab97c0b6-abb6-4921-9f52-43d64b006c4b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Michelle Lynn Selden
Counselor, MS CMHC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020
Waitlist for new clients
Currently Full- Wait list only- Welcome! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist here to help you. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to? Are you looking to work through past trauma, have help with anxiety, learn coping strategies and understand who you really are? Let's work together to help you find your path through waves of wellness.
Currently Full- Wait list only- Welcome! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Therapist here to help you. Do you feel like you need someone to talk to? Are you looking to work through past trauma, have help with anxiety, learn coping strategies and understand who you really are? Let's work together to help you find your path through waves of wellness.
![Photo of Elaine Campbell - River Valley Counseling Center, Psy D, LICSW, LMHC, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/465f6ba4-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
River Valley Counseling Center
Psychologist, Psy D, LICSW, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
RVCC is a multi-service community-based mental health agency serving the Pioneer Valley since 1953. RVCC offers counseling and medication management at offices located in offices located in Holyoke, Chicopee, Easthampton, Springfield, and Westfield. RVCC also provides counseling in schools throughout Hampden and Hampshire Counties and on the campuses of Springfield Technical Community College and Bay Path University.
![Photo of Solomon Zinn Hallal, MA, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/7df4ae18-8f39-4715-989b-55d7820fd88a/1/320x400.jpeg)
Solomon Zinn Hallal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
Being alive in 2022 is wild! are you ISO someone to help make meaning of this novel time and place? let’s sit in the strangeness of this moment in time together, feeling through the sad and challenging bits until we can get back into the present, together. i love to talk and hear about gender, expression and relationships, and to learn how experiencing addiction and trauma have made you the beautiful and resilient creature you are today! im a sober body posi fat white southern queer non-binary intersectional feminist polyamorist parent to adopted kids..i bet we have something in common!
Being alive in 2022 is wild! are you ISO someone to help make meaning of this novel time and place? let’s sit in the strangeness of this moment in time together, feeling through the sad and challenging bits until we can get back into the present, together. i love to talk and hear about gender, expression and relationships, and to learn how experiencing addiction and trauma have made you the beautiful and resilient creature you are today! im a sober body posi fat white southern queer non-binary intersectional feminist polyamorist parent to adopted kids..i bet we have something in common!
![Photo of Douglas Foresta, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9df997dd-9212-44e2-8434-633ebe4e1c96/2/320x400.jpeg)
Douglas Foresta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
Are you struggling to get over past hurts? Do you find yourself worrying all the time, or feel like you can't turn off the racing thoughts inside your head? My name is Doug Foresta and I specialize in helping individuals and couples who are struggling with anxiety, trauma symptoms or compulsive behaviors. In a safe supportive environment, I'll help you get relief from constant worry and painful thoughts and memories.
Are you struggling to get over past hurts? Do you find yourself worrying all the time, or feel like you can't turn off the racing thoughts inside your head? My name is Doug Foresta and I specialize in helping individuals and couples who are struggling with anxiety, trauma symptoms or compulsive behaviors. In a safe supportive environment, I'll help you get relief from constant worry and painful thoughts and memories.
![Photo of Kathy J. Smith, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3dc93e7b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Kathy J. Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01020
I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your process of change, healing or recovery. If you are struggling with your relationship, mood, anxiety, substance use, or confusion about that next step in your life, therapy can be very helpful. I have over 25 years of experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, codependency, relationship issues, grief, substance use disorders and family of origin issues. I use a relational approach that focuses on cognitive, emotional and behavioral change. I believe engaging in a therapeutic relationship is a profound way to heal and eventually make the choices to a healthier more peaceful life.
I welcome the opportunity to assist you with your process of change, healing or recovery. If you are struggling with your relationship, mood, anxiety, substance use, or confusion about that next step in your life, therapy can be very helpful. I have over 25 years of experience and expertise working with anxiety, depression, codependency, relationship issues, grief, substance use disorders and family of origin issues. I use a relational approach that focuses on cognitive, emotional and behavioral change. I believe engaging in a therapeutic relationship is a profound way to heal and eventually make the choices to a healthier more peaceful life.
![Photo of Laurie J. Chabot - Laurie J. Chabot, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/43dc6dce-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and enjoy working collaboratively with adults of all ages. I have experience in working with diverse populations and issues. I am committed to equality and respect for all ethnic, racial, and lifestyle backgrounds. I provide a warm, caring, and nonjudgmental environment and I’m passionate about helping you enhance your personal growth. My goal is to assist you in reaching the highest level of functioning possible and help you move toward a more satisfying, fulfilling life.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! I am a Licensed Psychotherapist and enjoy working collaboratively with adults of all ages. I have experience in working with diverse populations and issues. I am committed to equality and respect for all ethnic, racial, and lifestyle backgrounds. I provide a warm, caring, and nonjudgmental environment and I’m passionate about helping you enhance your personal growth. My goal is to assist you in reaching the highest level of functioning possible and help you move toward a more satisfying, fulfilling life.
![Photo of Amanda Urato - Amanda Urato, LMHC, New Inspiration Counseling, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9610e0e8-2830-4488-8d55-b24b4989a624/2/320x400.jpeg)
Amanda Urato, LMHC, New Inspiration Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
Since Amanda is not taking on new clients until July, please consider another one of our great therapists, Shane MacDonald, LICSW, who has immediately openings. He's GREAT: eager and able to help! See Shane's profile on our New Inspiration website, at www.newinspiration.org
Since Amanda is not taking on new clients until July, please consider another one of our great therapists, Shane MacDonald, LICSW, who has immediately openings. He's GREAT: eager and able to help! See Shane's profile on our New Inspiration website, at www.newinspiration.org
![Photo of Michael King, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/bf824103-ec33-48cd-9473-8ea6821c02ea/1/320x400.png)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Massachusetts & Vermont) with extensive experience treating Substance Use, Mood Disorders, and Personality Disorders using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Combining these tried and tested therapies with genuine compassion, validation and understanding is how we will help build insight and resilience to find a path toward the living the life you want.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (Massachusetts & Vermont) with extensive experience treating Substance Use, Mood Disorders, and Personality Disorders using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing. Combining these tried and tested therapies with genuine compassion, validation and understanding is how we will help build insight and resilience to find a path toward the living the life you want.
![Photo of Ileana Hernandez, MSW, LICSW, LADCI, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/cedfc226-da47-429e-8edd-21b7c2ecd07b/1/320x400.png)
Ileana Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADCI
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
Have you tried to manage symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and depression with distractions, self-medicating behaviors, and hoping time will make things better, but instead, they worsen? The frequency and intensity of these symptoms feel like a dark cloud before a storm that does not clear up, causing feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. I encourage you to try therapy. If that speaks to you, use the filters on this page to find a provider that speaks to your individual needs, or if you want to communicate with me, click “email me,” and I will reach out to you. Together we will develop a treatment plan that will work for you.
Have you tried to manage symptoms of anxiety, panic attacks, and depression with distractions, self-medicating behaviors, and hoping time will make things better, but instead, they worsen? The frequency and intensity of these symptoms feel like a dark cloud before a storm that does not clear up, causing feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. I encourage you to try therapy. If that speaks to you, use the filters on this page to find a provider that speaks to your individual needs, or if you want to communicate with me, click “email me,” and I will reach out to you. Together we will develop a treatment plan that will work for you.
![Photo of Karen Paulk, LICSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/41927518-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Karen Paulk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
As founder of Mending Messages Therapy Center, my mission is to deliver therapeutic messages that help mend broken hearts, minds, spirits, and relationships. I have devoted over 20 years to the field of Social Work and enjoy providing clinical services to individuals, couples, adolescents, and families in need. My focus is on helping identify and build on your inner strengths to help you achieve your desired goals. Together we will develop healthy coping skills and strategies to challenge self-defeating thoughts and barriers, that can prevent you from obtaining the life that you desire.
As founder of Mending Messages Therapy Center, my mission is to deliver therapeutic messages that help mend broken hearts, minds, spirits, and relationships. I have devoted over 20 years to the field of Social Work and enjoy providing clinical services to individuals, couples, adolescents, and families in need. My focus is on helping identify and build on your inner strengths to help you achieve your desired goals. Together we will develop healthy coping skills and strategies to challenge self-defeating thoughts and barriers, that can prevent you from obtaining the life that you desire.
![Photo of Barbara Burkart, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/05309b3f-73c3-4a7a-985e-95d62415ea3b/1/320x400.jpeg)
Barbara Burkart
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01020 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I provide skilled and compassionate psychotherapy for adults of all ages who are dealing with difficult life challenges. Feel free to contact me if you are having emotional, personal, work, or relationship difficulties, and want a safe setting in which to address your problems. Your challenges may involve anxiety, depression, relationship or parenting issues, grief and loss, identity issues, or PTSD symptoms. I can guide you in addressing these concerns, achieving a broader understanding of yourself and your circumstances, and tapping into your inner resources.
I provide skilled and compassionate psychotherapy for adults of all ages who are dealing with difficult life challenges. Feel free to contact me if you are having emotional, personal, work, or relationship difficulties, and want a safe setting in which to address your problems. Your challenges may involve anxiety, depression, relationship or parenting issues, grief and loss, identity issues, or PTSD symptoms. I can guide you in addressing these concerns, achieving a broader understanding of yourself and your circumstances, and tapping into your inner resources.
![Photo of Amanda J Zannetti, MA, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9929ee7f-8b98-4064-83c2-f0706adcb77d/2/320x400.jpeg)
Amanda J Zannetti
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Chicopee, MA 01013 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
What is standing in the way of you and your inner peace? Peace is difficult to obtain when your mind is too loud. Perhaps your self care has been on the back burner and you've managed thus far but there has always been something amiss. It's time for change. Change is how we grow, how we thrive. Therapy is not cookie cutter, it grows and changes just like people do. Being a human is hard, and we all need support from time to time. Therapy is not about what is "wrong" or fixing what is "bad." Its about learning to live life on life terms, understanding your whole self and all of your parts in order to truly live and thrive.
What is standing in the way of you and your inner peace? Peace is difficult to obtain when your mind is too loud. Perhaps your self care has been on the back burner and you've managed thus far but there has always been something amiss. It's time for change. Change is how we grow, how we thrive. Therapy is not cookie cutter, it grows and changes just like people do. Being a human is hard, and we all need support from time to time. Therapy is not about what is "wrong" or fixing what is "bad." Its about learning to live life on life terms, understanding your whole self and all of your parts in order to truly live and thrive.
More Therapists Nearby
![Photo of Deanna Boden-Yu, LMHC, Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/75ddfd9f-d775-47ad-af1b-4fd3744a9334/1/320x400.png)
Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.
Clients struggling with anxiety, depression, BPD, trauma, relationship issues are areas I have much experience addressing.
![Photo of Darlene Diggs, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/03fab04d-cdbf-4a2b-b6dd-07b86e346102/2/320x400.png)
My life experience has given me compassion for a population of individuals with mental health disorders who flourish in life, given the opportunity.
My life experience has given me compassion for a population of individuals with mental health disorders who flourish in life, given the opportunity.
![Photo of Hayley Pepin, MSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5a52dfab-cf89-4528-ab76-c8df5062f7c4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hayley Pepin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
West Springfield, MA 01089
I am passionate about working with Alcoholics and Addicts who are struggling to regain control of their life. I strive to empower people, working together collaboratively in an effort to re-chart their course in all areas of their lives.
I am passionate about working with Alcoholics and Addicts who are struggling to regain control of their life. I strive to empower people, working together collaboratively in an effort to re-chart their course in all areas of their lives.
![Photo of Nircia Del Rosario, LICSW, LADC I, CADC II, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/97e21745-ad34-427c-bced-7b54cbd90ed6/2/320x400.jpeg)
Nircia Del Rosario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC I, CADC II
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01104
It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.
It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.
See more therapy options for Chicopee
Nearby Alcohol Use Therapists Searches for Chicopee
- Agawam
- East Longmeadow
- Easthampton
- Hampden
- Holyoke
- Longmeadow
- Ludlow
- South Hadley
- Springfield
- West Springfield
- Westfield
- Wilbraham
Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
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 alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.