Addiction Therapists in Dover, MA
I treat depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, substance abuse and dual diagnosis, grief, self esteem and relationship issues.
My aim is to provide a supportive and safe environment for addressing issues, such as managing emotional symptoms, dealing with life stress, or experiencing inner struggles or relationship problems. With an empathetic and engaged approach, my goal is to help you feel better and more fulfilled. I work primarily with adults and adolescents. My approach is eclectic, which means sometimes helping people to make changes in behavior and ways of coping and sometimes helping people to better understand their feelings and resolve past experiences by exploring their personal meanings. Overall, I strive to meet each person's unique needs from therapy.
I treat depression, anxiety, PTSD/trauma, substance abuse and dual diagnosis, grief, self esteem and relationship issues.
My aim is to provide a supportive and safe environment for addressing issues, such as managing emotional symptoms, dealing with life stress, or experiencing inner struggles or relationship problems. With an empathetic and engaged approach, my goal is to help you feel better and more fulfilled. I work primarily with adults and adolescents. My approach is eclectic, which means sometimes helping people to make changes in behavior and ways of coping and sometimes helping people to better understand their feelings and resolve past experiences by exploring their personal meanings. Overall, I strive to meet each person's unique needs from therapy.
In particular, I specialize in working with those struggling with substance use, binge eating, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, existential distress, and life transitions.
Do you feel as though life is passing you by? As though you’re not in the driver’s seat of your own life? Oftentimes we go into autopilot mode because it’s familiar and feels comfortable. This autopilot mode can serve us, but when we’re constantly reacting to life automatically rather than responding mindfully, it can start to create issues for us. Therapy can be an effective way to break out of habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that are causing us problems. I create a nonjudgmental space where you can pause to explore how to live life more intentionally and wholeheartedly.
In particular, I specialize in working with those struggling with substance use, binge eating, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, existential distress, and life transitions.
Do you feel as though life is passing you by? As though you’re not in the driver’s seat of your own life? Oftentimes we go into autopilot mode because it’s familiar and feels comfortable. This autopilot mode can serve us, but when we’re constantly reacting to life automatically rather than responding mindfully, it can start to create issues for us. Therapy can be an effective way to break out of habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that are causing us problems. I create a nonjudgmental space where you can pause to explore how to live life more intentionally and wholeheartedly.
Sean Bourgeoise
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC I
Verified Verified
Dover, MA 02030 (Online Only)
Even if you're struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or other burdensome symptoms, know that they can be treated.
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.
Even if you're struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, or other burdensome symptoms, know that they can be treated.
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.
Allison Gates is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has more than 10 years of experience collaborating with a diverse population of individuals encompassing adults, teens, youth, couples, families, and groups needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Allison’s professional practice includes treating individuals amongst varying stages of human development and throughout the lifespan who may present with a variety of co-occurring conditions, including, but not limited to, life transitions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, trauma.
Allison Gates is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has more than 10 years of experience collaborating with a diverse population of individuals encompassing adults, teens, youth, couples, families, and groups needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Allison’s professional practice includes treating individuals amongst varying stages of human development and throughout the lifespan who may present with a variety of co-occurring conditions, including, but not limited to, life transitions, anxiety disorders, mood disorders, personality disorders, substance use disorders, dual diagnosis, eating disorders, trauma.
I have experience providing therapy to people who have struggled with anxiety, depression and substance use concerns.
It’s Important to acknowledge that many people feel depressed or anxious at times. You may be exploring or questioning your relationship with alcohol or other substances. You may be feeling stagnant with your goals and not seeing the progress you would like. You may be struggling with a relationship or with self-esteem issues. You might be trying to be supportive of a loved one who is struggling. At times, people feel they are having trouble managing these stressful issues on their own, and this is where the support of a therapist can be helpful.
I have experience providing therapy to people who have struggled with anxiety, depression and substance use concerns.
It’s Important to acknowledge that many people feel depressed or anxious at times. You may be exploring or questioning your relationship with alcohol or other substances. You may be feeling stagnant with your goals and not seeing the progress you would like. You may be struggling with a relationship or with self-esteem issues. You might be trying to be supportive of a loved one who is struggling. At times, people feel they are having trouble managing these stressful issues on their own, and this is where the support of a therapist can be helpful.
Orbita Therapy LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Dover, MA 02030 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients . I am a Veteran Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience providing mental health services in diverse settings including military, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, correction facilities, crisis units, and community mental health centers. I have experience working with juveniles, severely mentally ill clients, Active duty military, veterans, clients in the legal system, individuals and families. I earned my BS in Psychology from the University of Hawaii-West Oahu and my MSW from the University of Hawaii-Manoa.
Accepting new patients . I am a Veteran Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with more than 30 years of experience providing mental health services in diverse settings including military, inpatient psychiatric hospitals, correction facilities, crisis units, and community mental health centers. I have experience working with juveniles, severely mentally ill clients, Active duty military, veterans, clients in the legal system, individuals and families. I earned my BS in Psychology from the University of Hawaii-West Oahu and my MSW from the University of Hawaii-Manoa.
Is life feeling unbearably hard? Do you find yourself struggling with a past you just can't seem to move forward from? You’re frequently overwhelmed with distressing thoughts about yourself, other people, and sometimes even the world in general. Getting through each day seems impossible, and you often feel alone and misunderstood.
Is life feeling unbearably hard? Do you find yourself struggling with a past you just can't seem to move forward from? You’re frequently overwhelmed with distressing thoughts about yourself, other people, and sometimes even the world in general. Getting through each day seems impossible, and you often feel alone and misunderstood.
Take your healing journey on a different path, swap the rigid armchair for a straw bale, trade harsh fluorescent lights for a sunrise peeking over an old barn, and find a comforting connection in a meandering hen's chatter. Immerse yourself in a truly soulful and comprehensive therapy experience, only at Bracken Hill Farm. Therapy has never felt this natural. The essence of mindfulness finds its fullest expression in our methods, reminding you that therapy isn't just about deep analysis; it's about presence.
Take your healing journey on a different path, swap the rigid armchair for a straw bale, trade harsh fluorescent lights for a sunrise peeking over an old barn, and find a comforting connection in a meandering hen's chatter. Immerse yourself in a truly soulful and comprehensive therapy experience, only at Bracken Hill Farm. Therapy has never felt this natural. The essence of mindfulness finds its fullest expression in our methods, reminding you that therapy isn't just about deep analysis; it's about presence.
New Inspiration Teen Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CCBT, MSW
Verified Verified
Dover, MA 02030
We're the therapists for "kids who don't like therapy." These days - especially - teens are too often suffering and struggling in their homes and in our schools. And everyone could use some help: kids, parents, and the caring professionals in our schools. Throughout the state, our therapists and life coaches serve as "part of the team," helping teens to feel better, and do better. Together, we'll explore and better understand what's been happening, how to change patterns, and how to get better results!
We're the therapists for "kids who don't like therapy." These days - especially - teens are too often suffering and struggling in their homes and in our schools. And everyone could use some help: kids, parents, and the caring professionals in our schools. Throughout the state, our therapists and life coaches serve as "part of the team," helping teens to feel better, and do better. Together, we'll explore and better understand what's been happening, how to change patterns, and how to get better results!
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Matt Counseling Services
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medway, MA 02053
Waitlist for new clients
I have 10 years of experience working with families and people dealing with substance use issues.
I would like to thank all of the people on the front line for risking their lives to save ours. I am certified in EMDR and prolonged exposure, both have been proven to do well with acute stress symptoms. If you work on the front lines (healthcare, grocery stores, construction, etc) please reach out so I can help you as much as possible. Currently, I am only accepting new clients that have a PTSD diagnosis. I apologize for any inconvenience. If you feel like I am great for you please reach out!
I have 10 years of experience working with families and people dealing with substance use issues.
I would like to thank all of the people on the front line for risking their lives to save ours. I am certified in EMDR and prolonged exposure, both have been proven to do well with acute stress symptoms. If you work on the front lines (healthcare, grocery stores, construction, etc) please reach out so I can help you as much as possible. Currently, I am only accepting new clients that have a PTSD diagnosis. I apologize for any inconvenience. If you feel like I am great for you please reach out!
Rebecca Helman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CAGS
Verified Verified
Framingham, MA 01701 (Online Only)
My specialties include Grief work, substance use disorder, anxiety and depression.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca. Do you feel drained and overwhelmed with life at times? Today, so many natural human experiences have become overwhelming. Our world is much different and it is hard to keep up. Whether it is anxiety, depression, grief, loss, relationships, or substance use disorder, I would like to walk along the path with you.
My specialties include Grief work, substance use disorder, anxiety and depression.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca. Do you feel drained and overwhelmed with life at times? Today, so many natural human experiences have become overwhelming. Our world is much different and it is hard to keep up. Whether it is anxiety, depression, grief, loss, relationships, or substance use disorder, I would like to walk along the path with you.
How to therapeutically claim the disowned self.by using what is already inside of you. Are you stuck in a relationship? with addiction? settling for less in work or career? Find the joy.... Barbara Miller, LICSW, psychotherapist can help you do just that. She has a gift for healing. Psychotherapy, with her skill and competency, can help you find and focus on the major psychosocial issues that are keeping you stuck.Throughout the years Barbara's clients credit her with saving their lives even though it is really the client who saves his own life. Is your life worth saving?
How to therapeutically claim the disowned self.by using what is already inside of you. Are you stuck in a relationship? with addiction? settling for less in work or career? Find the joy.... Barbara Miller, LICSW, psychotherapist can help you do just that. She has a gift for healing. Psychotherapy, with her skill and competency, can help you find and focus on the major psychosocial issues that are keeping you stuck.Throughout the years Barbara's clients credit her with saving their lives even though it is really the client who saves his own life. Is your life worth saving?
I am very passionate about my work helping individuals, couples, and families struggling with or alongside personality disorders, addiction, and sexual dysfunction and sexuality issues to prevent these from continuing to wreak havoc and add more stress in their lives.
Sometimes it can be really hard to connect to people. Sometimes it feels like nobody cares or can "relate". Sometimes this means it's time to try something different with somebody different - let's see if I can be that somebody different for you. Therapy can be a challenge because it requires a lot of trust in someone that you just met, which is why it can be so important for me to make my clients feel as understood and heard as possible. When life starts to feel unbearable or when it seems like everyone is against you, sometimes that's when it might be time to try something different and reach out for help.
I am very passionate about my work helping individuals, couples, and families struggling with or alongside personality disorders, addiction, and sexual dysfunction and sexuality issues to prevent these from continuing to wreak havoc and add more stress in their lives.
Sometimes it can be really hard to connect to people. Sometimes it feels like nobody cares or can "relate". Sometimes this means it's time to try something different with somebody different - let's see if I can be that somebody different for you. Therapy can be a challenge because it requires a lot of trust in someone that you just met, which is why it can be so important for me to make my clients feel as understood and heard as possible. When life starts to feel unbearable or when it seems like everyone is against you, sometimes that's when it might be time to try something different and reach out for help.
Kat is a board member for “Parents Supporting Parents”, a nonprofit support group for parents with children who struggle with addiction and provide scholarships for sober living housing.
Kat Gillespie holds a Bachelor of Science in Art Therapy with a minor in Fine Arts from Lesley University and is currently a 2nd year master’s student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program with a specialization in Art Therapy at Lesley University. She has been in recovery since March 31st, 2018 and is an active member of the 12-step fellowship and believes that well-being begins with community. She is the illustrator of children’s book series dedicated to helping children grieve from parent’s lost from substance use disorder: “Mama Paca: My Heart Won’t Let You Go” and “Papa Paca: Kindhearted Warrior” by Sarah Cloud.
Kat is a board member for “Parents Supporting Parents”, a nonprofit support group for parents with children who struggle with addiction and provide scholarships for sober living housing.
Kat Gillespie holds a Bachelor of Science in Art Therapy with a minor in Fine Arts from Lesley University and is currently a 2nd year master’s student in the Clinical Mental Health Counseling program with a specialization in Art Therapy at Lesley University. She has been in recovery since March 31st, 2018 and is an active member of the 12-step fellowship and believes that well-being begins with community. She is the illustrator of children’s book series dedicated to helping children grieve from parent’s lost from substance use disorder: “Mama Paca: My Heart Won’t Let You Go” and “Papa Paca: Kindhearted Warrior” by Sarah Cloud.
Alan Webber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Newton, MA 02460 (Online Only)
Alan Webber, MSW, LICSW is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Addiction Specialist, Couples' Therapist, and Expert at Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Specialist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He has 30 years of experience treating adults and couples seeking help with addiction, depression, anxiety, life transitions, marital and relationship issues.
Alan Webber, MSW, LICSW is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, Addiction Specialist, Couples' Therapist, and Expert at Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), and Specialist in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). He has 30 years of experience treating adults and couples seeking help with addiction, depression, anxiety, life transitions, marital and relationship issues.
I want to connect with you to help you address issues that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. I specialize in addiction, domestic violence, depression, and trauma and I want to help my clients identify negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior patterns and understand the impact. Understanding what you can and can't change is part of this equation as is recognizing how your thoughts impact your feelings about yourself and those around you.
I want to connect with you to help you address issues that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. I specialize in addiction, domestic violence, depression, and trauma and I want to help my clients identify negative thoughts and maladaptive behavior patterns and understand the impact. Understanding what you can and can't change is part of this equation as is recognizing how your thoughts impact your feelings about yourself and those around you.
Susan Nisenbaum Becker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, RDT
Verified Verified
Dedham, MA 02026
I have been been in private practice for over 20 years and find I remain engaged and excited about my work. I strive to develop good rapport and an empathetic connection with each person, to be an ally and guide, and to develop a good working relationship where together clients and I can focus on their desired changes. My goal is to foster a safe and supportive place for clients to work to transform their challenges regarding mood, addiction, relationship, spirituality, parenting, life transitions, illness, loss, divorce, creative/performance blocks, body image and self esteem.
I have been been in private practice for over 20 years and find I remain engaged and excited about my work. I strive to develop good rapport and an empathetic connection with each person, to be an ally and guide, and to develop a good working relationship where together clients and I can focus on their desired changes. My goal is to foster a safe and supportive place for clients to work to transform their challenges regarding mood, addiction, relationship, spirituality, parenting, life transitions, illness, loss, divorce, creative/performance blocks, body image and self esteem.
Alicia always knew she wanted to be a therapist. She began her initial post undergraduate career of teaching middle and high school for almost nine years. During that time, Alicia learned that she enjoyed supporting the students, talking to them about their challenges, their strengths and other situations in which they needed assistance. Alicia returned to get her Master's in Social Work from Boston College where she graduated in 2011 with an MSW in Clinical Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health. Alicia has spent her career in this field with a passion for providing treatment for those dealing with addiction.
Alicia always knew she wanted to be a therapist. She began her initial post undergraduate career of teaching middle and high school for almost nine years. During that time, Alicia learned that she enjoyed supporting the students, talking to them about their challenges, their strengths and other situations in which they needed assistance. Alicia returned to get her Master's in Social Work from Boston College where she graduated in 2011 with an MSW in Clinical Social Work with a concentration in Mental Health. Alicia has spent her career in this field with a passion for providing treatment for those dealing with addiction.
I am a counselor with more than 7 years of experience working with individuals that struggles with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, PTSD and self-esteem issues. Life tends to get difficult at times, however it is important to have a person that you can talk to about those issues without being judged or misunderstood. I am here to support you in a friendly and at times humoristic manner, and safe.
I am a counselor with more than 7 years of experience working with individuals that struggles with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, PTSD and self-esteem issues. Life tends to get difficult at times, however it is important to have a person that you can talk to about those issues without being judged or misunderstood. I am here to support you in a friendly and at times humoristic manner, and safe.
I specialize in treating addiction; however, a lot of my experience is in working with patients with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and around grief and loss.
At the moment I am providing teletherapy for those interested in this approach. I am licensed in both Florida and Massachusetts and I am currently accepting new patients from either state. I provide therapy using an eclectic and integrative style that best suits the person’s needs. I take a collaborative, strength-based, non-judgmental, and client-centered approach throughout the work with my clients and when deciding upon which tool sets to use in the therapy.
I specialize in treating addiction; however, a lot of my experience is in working with patients with depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, and around grief and loss.
At the moment I am providing teletherapy for those interested in this approach. I am licensed in both Florida and Massachusetts and I am currently accepting new patients from either state. I provide therapy using an eclectic and integrative style that best suits the person’s needs. I take a collaborative, strength-based, non-judgmental, and client-centered approach throughout the work with my clients and when deciding upon which tool sets to use in the therapy.
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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.