Addiction Therapists in Holyoke, MA
Cristina Rivera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting new clients! Anxiety, depression, and addiction can often affect your day-to-day life, career, relationships, and the ability to feel like yourself. It can lead to sadness, anger, hopelessness, and oftentimes can feel lonely and confusing. Therapy allows the space to process your concerns so you can achieve goals such as waking up feeling less anxious/worried, ability to navigate strong emotions, strengthen your self-confidence, and continue to build healthy relationships with others and yourself.
I am currently accepting new clients! Anxiety, depression, and addiction can often affect your day-to-day life, career, relationships, and the ability to feel like yourself. It can lead to sadness, anger, hopelessness, and oftentimes can feel lonely and confusing. Therapy allows the space to process your concerns so you can achieve goals such as waking up feeling less anxious/worried, ability to navigate strong emotions, strengthen your self-confidence, and continue to build healthy relationships with others and yourself.
Helen Stojanov-Acford
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC1
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (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.
Our staff possess in-depth knowledge of principles, methods and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of a plethora of mental health, substance abuse and problem gambling issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, bilingual in Spanish and English, who believes in a "whole person, whole health”, strength-based, treatment approach. I believe that our Mental/Emotional/Behavioral health Matters. Combined, they are fundamental to our ability as humans to think, emote, interact with each other and optimize our life quality and satisfaction . As such, my team and I work collaboratively with each client to provide culturally sensitive, evidenced based services, using creative and inspiring interventions catering to a diverse groups of all ages; human service professionals, first responders and teachers
Our staff possess in-depth knowledge of principles, methods and procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of a plethora of mental health, substance abuse and problem gambling issues.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, bilingual in Spanish and English, who believes in a "whole person, whole health”, strength-based, treatment approach. I believe that our Mental/Emotional/Behavioral health Matters. Combined, they are fundamental to our ability as humans to think, emote, interact with each other and optimize our life quality and satisfaction . As such, my team and I work collaboratively with each client to provide culturally sensitive, evidenced based services, using creative and inspiring interventions catering to a diverse groups of all ages; human service professionals, first responders and teachers
Our team of caring professionals also delivers the following services: Children Behavioral Health Initiative Services, Substance Use services, the HIV/AIDS Project, School-based Health Centers/Teen Clinics in Holyoke, and CONCERN Employee Assistance Program.
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.
Our team of caring professionals also delivers the following services: Children Behavioral Health Initiative Services, Substance Use services, the HIV/AIDS Project, School-based Health Centers/Teen Clinics in Holyoke, and CONCERN Employee Assistance Program.
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.
Anna Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience with acute mental health challenges, substance use disorders, trauma, ADHD and LGBTQIA+ concerns and use a combination of CBT and IFS.
Imagine feeling better. There are many routes to this. Together, we can figure out what path works for you. I am warm and can be funny if you like, but I take you very seriously and want you to feel better. Parents, children of aging parents, folks dealing with present day stress or trying to challenge old patterns, many will find that more is possible when you let a caring and skillful person hold some of your stuff with you. Together we can create a space of safety and trust where you can get in touch with vulnerable pieces of yourself that need some attention. I would be honored to share that space with you.
I have experience with acute mental health challenges, substance use disorders, trauma, ADHD and LGBTQIA+ concerns and use a combination of CBT and IFS.
Imagine feeling better. There are many routes to this. Together, we can figure out what path works for you. I am warm and can be funny if you like, but I take you very seriously and want you to feel better. Parents, children of aging parents, folks dealing with present day stress or trying to challenge old patterns, many will find that more is possible when you let a caring and skillful person hold some of your stuff with you. Together we can create a space of safety and trust where you can get in touch with vulnerable pieces of yourself that need some attention. I would be honored to share that space with you.
I am a board-certified LMHC, LCSW and CSC who has over 25 years of experience working with a wide variety of issues and specialize in the treatment of addiction disorders.
If you are someone who is motivated for change and wants to be there 100%, I am here for you! I work best with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, poly substance abuse and dependence, and personality disorders. I help clients live self-actualized lives due to difficulties with work, family life, and self-esteem. I use combination of Rogerian, CBT, and Insight therapies in a way that encourages self-expression, improved communication skills, and self understanding. Empathy and self-awareness are modeled by my approach to the clients I work with in a safe environment.
I am a board-certified LMHC, LCSW and CSC who has over 25 years of experience working with a wide variety of issues and specialize in the treatment of addiction disorders.
If you are someone who is motivated for change and wants to be there 100%, I am here for you! I work best with individuals who are struggling with depression, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, poly substance abuse and dependence, and personality disorders. I help clients live self-actualized lives due to difficulties with work, family life, and self-esteem. I use combination of Rogerian, CBT, and Insight therapies in a way that encourages self-expression, improved communication skills, and self understanding. Empathy and self-awareness are modeled by my approach to the clients I work with in a safe environment.
As an advocate and a generalist social worker I am trained to work with people who have addiction issues, trauma, depression, anxiety and other disorders.
I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.
As an advocate and a generalist social worker I am trained to work with people who have addiction issues, trauma, depression, anxiety and other disorders.
I am a social worker that does community activism. Many times people have problems because of the injustices built into our system. In my work in therapy I can help people to identify issues in their lives and give them skills to deal with situations they find themselves in. I want to remove stigma from mental health treatment by offering it to everyone. I am committed to treating people with every day issues that may negatively impact their lives so that they can move forward to have happy and successful lives. I want to listen to people and help them develop the skills they need.
Renewed Mind Body & Spirit Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC1
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
Adversity and struggle are situations that are common. The goal to avoid both would be ideal but that is not reality. Peace and calmness in the mist of adversity and struggle is a possible reality and what we will strive to help you achieve. My approach is client centered and you are the expert of your life. Together we will take a nonjudgemental look at what is going on in your life, what is working for you and what is not. In a safe environment we will help you put together a game plan allowing you to see what you need to change in order to get to where you see yourself and where you want to be.
Adversity and struggle are situations that are common. The goal to avoid both would be ideal but that is not reality. Peace and calmness in the mist of adversity and struggle is a possible reality and what we will strive to help you achieve. My approach is client centered and you are the expert of your life. Together we will take a nonjudgemental look at what is going on in your life, what is working for you and what is not. In a safe environment we will help you put together a game plan allowing you to see what you need to change in order to get to where you see yourself and where you want to be.
My 30+ years of experience have shown me that learning, change and healing are possible. Therapy is a process of learning about yourself, accessing your feelings and beliefs and gaining clarity. Therapy can assist you in breaking through limitations that can block growth and your capacity for intimacy. Therapy often involves healing from old wounds and trying out new ways of coping and responding to life's demands. I work with individuals, couples and families. I also have specialization in stress management, communication, recovery from addictions and other compulsions. We work together to find out what will work for you.
My 30+ years of experience have shown me that learning, change and healing are possible. Therapy is a process of learning about yourself, accessing your feelings and beliefs and gaining clarity. Therapy can assist you in breaking through limitations that can block growth and your capacity for intimacy. Therapy often involves healing from old wounds and trying out new ways of coping and responding to life's demands. I work with individuals, couples and families. I also have specialization in stress management, communication, recovery from addictions and other compulsions. We work together to find out what will work for you.
My specialties are the treatment of addictions, depression and anxiety.
YOU are searching through Psychology Today because something in your life is NOT working. We will work on dealing with these issues and managing the feelings that are connected to them. Working through your issues and feeling better is the goal. You owe it to yourself to make some changes for a better life, give me a call and let's talk. 413.562.8045. I have a few openings available immediately.
My specialties are the treatment of addictions, depression and anxiety.
YOU are searching through Psychology Today because something in your life is NOT working. We will work on dealing with these issues and managing the feelings that are connected to them. Working through your issues and feeling better is the goal. You owe it to yourself to make some changes for a better life, give me a call and let's talk. 413.562.8045. I have a few openings available immediately.
Gary C Kennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040
Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.
Whether its emotional, legal, behavioral or medical issues burdening us we all can find ourselves in a situation where we need help. When that happens having an experienced professional on your side can lead to improved results. My practice offers skilled care based on values and delivered without judgement and all in a private home-like office in Forest Park.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
Waitlist for new clients
My goal in therapy is for you to experience more freedom–in your body, in the systems you're embedded in, and in your day-to-day life and relationships. I see my role as supporting you in connecting with your own truths, agency and desires in order to navigate your world with a greater sense of ease and connectedness.
My goal in therapy is for you to experience more freedom–in your body, in the systems you're embedded in, and in your day-to-day life and relationships. I see my role as supporting you in connecting with your own truths, agency and desires in order to navigate your world with a greater sense of ease and connectedness.
I am a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience in helping others move through difficulties. My work is shaped by the knowledge that we all have the capacity to grow and learn though our life experiences. I believe that sometimes our most difficult experiences can bring us our greatest life lessons. I work collaboratively with adults, 18 years and older, to build on strengths, develop new strategies and work to remove or reduce internal obstacles such as negative beliefs.
I am a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience in helping others move through difficulties. My work is shaped by the knowledge that we all have the capacity to grow and learn though our life experiences. I believe that sometimes our most difficult experiences can bring us our greatest life lessons. I work collaboratively with adults, 18 years and older, to build on strengths, develop new strategies and work to remove or reduce internal obstacles such as negative beliefs.
Ethan Suniewick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
After many conversations with friends, family, coworkers, and sometimes complete strangers, I often hear "Wow! I've never shared that with anyone before!" I will bring this open, non-judgmental, and accepting part of myself to all of our work together. Whatever issue you are asking for help with, I am here to join with you and support your efforts to make positive changes, to find clarity, and to move forward with understanding and self-love.
After many conversations with friends, family, coworkers, and sometimes complete strangers, I often hear "Wow! I've never shared that with anyone before!" I will bring this open, non-judgmental, and accepting part of myself to all of our work together. Whatever issue you are asking for help with, I am here to join with you and support your efforts to make positive changes, to find clarity, and to move forward with understanding and self-love.
I believe that finding and connecting with the right therapist, is one of the most important steps to making an effective therapeutic process. I am a licensed cognitive behavioral therapist with 16 yrs of experience in the Western Massachusetts area and I provide an understanding, collaborative, and safe environment for my clients. As a therapist, I seek to help you obtain appropriate tools to address your concerns, balance your emotional experiences, feel stronger, empowered, have more self-awareness, and guide you to make new, positive and more productive choices.
I believe that finding and connecting with the right therapist, is one of the most important steps to making an effective therapeutic process. I am a licensed cognitive behavioral therapist with 16 yrs of experience in the Western Massachusetts area and I provide an understanding, collaborative, and safe environment for my clients. As a therapist, I seek to help you obtain appropriate tools to address your concerns, balance your emotional experiences, feel stronger, empowered, have more self-awareness, and guide you to make new, positive and more productive choices.
What is your preferred future? Have you allowed yourself to consider your best hopes and believe that your life can be different? Therapy is an opportunity for you to create and realize your preferred future. There is no one size fits all approach as all individuals have their own specific wants, needs, strengths and barriers. I strive to ensure focus on YOUR specific wants and needs and instill confidence in your capacity to meet them.
What is your preferred future? Have you allowed yourself to consider your best hopes and believe that your life can be different? Therapy is an opportunity for you to create and realize your preferred future. There is no one size fits all approach as all individuals have their own specific wants, needs, strengths and barriers. I strive to ensure focus on YOUR specific wants and needs and instill confidence in your capacity to meet them.
Amanda Urato, LMHC, New Inspiration Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
I will guide you towards FEELING better and DOING better in your life–especially in your relationships! My belief and my experience shows me that we have within us deep wells of strengths, and the capacity to heal and move forward in our lives. But it sure helps to have someone in your corner: Together, we will understand your patterns (your internal patterns, and the patterns in your relationships). With my support, with new insights, and perhaps some new skills, you'll be read to make some positive changes: ...real progress, that lasts!
I will guide you towards FEELING better and DOING better in your life–especially in your relationships! My belief and my experience shows me that we have within us deep wells of strengths, and the capacity to heal and move forward in our lives. But it sure helps to have someone in your corner: Together, we will understand your patterns (your internal patterns, and the patterns in your relationships). With my support, with new insights, and perhaps some new skills, you'll be read to make some positive changes: ...real progress, that lasts!
Kim Monson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Holyoke, MA 01040 (Online Only)
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing individual and family therapy with children, youth, young adults, adults and their families. I have worked in outpatient settings, preschools, and residential programs. I specialize in working with clients with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, adoption, grief/loss, and anger management.
I am a licensed independent clinical social worker with over 15 years of experience providing individual and family therapy with children, youth, young adults, adults and their families. I have worked in outpatient settings, preschools, and residential programs. I specialize in working with clients with ADHD, depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, adoption, grief/loss, and anger management.
I offer psychotherapy to adults of all ages, children and teens. My style is collaborative and interactive and is part of creating a safe, empathic relationship that is the foundation for open communication and exploration of what is most relevant to each client. My approach is relational, trauma informed, and culturally and socially attuned, but draws on a variety of therapeutic models. I approach the therapeutic process with openness and flexibility to meet the current and changing needs of each individual. I believe that therapy can be transformative and should always play an active role in appreciable growth and change.
I offer psychotherapy to adults of all ages, children and teens. My style is collaborative and interactive and is part of creating a safe, empathic relationship that is the foundation for open communication and exploration of what is most relevant to each client. My approach is relational, trauma informed, and culturally and socially attuned, but draws on a variety of therapeutic models. I approach the therapeutic process with openness and flexibility to meet the current and changing needs of each individual. I believe that therapy can be transformative and should always play an active role in appreciable growth and change.
Dr. Mitch-Lisa Marriage/Couples Workshops/Seminars
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Holyoke, MA 01040
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
Relationships in Crisis: We Have Several Private Couples/Marriage Workshops & Seminars, in order to Rapidly Accelerate Your Healing & Your Communication Process (Traditional 45 min. session (Simply Does Not Work). During these 2 to 4 weeks, we will see both of you Together & Individually, as well as Help each of you Learn the Art of Empathy, Sensitivity & Compassion. These Workshops/Seminars are Designed to be Informative & Powerful, in order to Accelerate Your Healing Process & Stop any further Damage from Occurring. Our Success RATE is 85% of Our Couples that have Successfully Completed Our Couples Workshops or Alcohol Treatment.
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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.