Addiction Therapists in Reading, MA

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Gony Halevi
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
Specializing in substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and trauma (EMDR certified).
As a psychotherapist, I join my clients in their journey. I emphasize on what one can do, as opposed to pathologizing what one can’t”.
Specializing in substance abuse, eating disorders, anxiety and trauma (EMDR certified).
As a psychotherapist, I join my clients in their journey. I emphasize on what one can do, as opposed to pathologizing what one can’t”.
(857) 239-0204 View (857) 239-0204
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Deborah J. Colucci
Counselor, LMHC, CADC-II, MA-PGS, CCTP-II
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), state certified in substance use (CADC-II), problem gambling (MA PGS) and Trauma (CTTP-II), located in North Reading, Massachusetts. After many years of valuable experience in the field of mental health counseling, I expanded and open my own private practice. I work primarily with adults, focusing on a wide range of presenting problems including trauma, abuse, addictions, anxiety and depression. I strive to provide a safe and trusting environment for all my clients.
I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC), state certified in substance use (CADC-II), problem gambling (MA PGS) and Trauma (CTTP-II), located in North Reading, Massachusetts. After many years of valuable experience in the field of mental health counseling, I expanded and open my own private practice. I work primarily with adults, focusing on a wide range of presenting problems including trauma, abuse, addictions, anxiety and depression. I strive to provide a safe and trusting environment for all my clients.
(781) 361-9478 View (781) 361-9478
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Yamileh Dure
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
Issues like addiction or chronic anxiety are beasts that can wear you down and infect every area of your life.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with many years of clinical experience. I have had the opportunity to work with a variety of people over the course of my career, dealing with a wide range of mental health issues that are impacting their ability to function the way they want to. I've also had the chance to work with many budding professionals as they struggle with burnout, decision fatigue and determining what the next steps in their career should be. I also have a significant specialty in working with Substance Abuse, Addictions, Spectrum Disorders, and much more.
Issues like addiction or chronic anxiety are beasts that can wear you down and infect every area of your life.
I am a licensed mental health counselor with many years of clinical experience. I have had the opportunity to work with a variety of people over the course of my career, dealing with a wide range of mental health issues that are impacting their ability to function the way they want to. I've also had the chance to work with many budding professionals as they struggle with burnout, decision fatigue and determining what the next steps in their career should be. I also have a significant specialty in working with Substance Abuse, Addictions, Spectrum Disorders, and much more.
(508) 715-6293 View (508) 715-6293
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Lena Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
(857) 663-0875 View (857) 663-0875
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Jim Morin
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
I enjoy working with all ages, and bring a calming presence to the issues brought by children and their parents, as well as to the problems and concerns of adults. I specialize in working with people in their relationships. I an eager to work with couples, and also work with individuals on relationship issues. With adults, particularly men, I facilitate addressing the many barriers that undermine healthy relationships such as unmanaged anger, domestic violence and controlling behavior, substance abuse, and codependency. I encourage and help all my clients to utilize effective stress management strategies, including mindfulness meditation.
I enjoy working with all ages, and bring a calming presence to the issues brought by children and their parents, as well as to the problems and concerns of adults. I specialize in working with people in their relationships. I an eager to work with couples, and also work with individuals on relationship issues. With adults, particularly men, I facilitate addressing the many barriers that undermine healthy relationships such as unmanaged anger, domestic violence and controlling behavior, substance abuse, and codependency. I encourage and help all my clients to utilize effective stress management strategies, including mindfulness meditation.
(339) 337-1413 View (339) 337-1413
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Jon Michel
Counselor, LMHC, LADC-I
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
I specialize in treating adults who experience anxiety, stress, mood swings, angry or depressed mood, along with substance abuse or dependence.
Thank you for your interest. I am currently accepting new clients and offer 20 years experience successfully treating anxiety, irritability, worry, depressed mood, anger, and addiction. I offer non-judgmental, confidential and compassionate care. I practice positive, strength-based solution-focused therapy. I am dually-licensed in the Commonwealth of MA as a Mental Health Clinician and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Please feel free to contact me for a no obligation initial phone consultation. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Practice limited to adults 25 yrs. or older. I offer telehealth sessions.
I specialize in treating adults who experience anxiety, stress, mood swings, angry or depressed mood, along with substance abuse or dependence.
Thank you for your interest. I am currently accepting new clients and offer 20 years experience successfully treating anxiety, irritability, worry, depressed mood, anger, and addiction. I offer non-judgmental, confidential and compassionate care. I practice positive, strength-based solution-focused therapy. I am dually-licensed in the Commonwealth of MA as a Mental Health Clinician and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Please feel free to contact me for a no obligation initial phone consultation. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Practice limited to adults 25 yrs. or older. I offer telehealth sessions.
(339) 999-0073 View (339) 999-0073
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Peter Skerry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, MA 01867
I work with a diverse caseload of clients and specialize in helping those who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety and trauma disorders, addiction, and personality disorders. I take an eclectic approach to providing therapy and tend to utilize aspects of several methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to name a few. I use sessions to focus on psycho-educating clients to understand the relationships and connections between our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and assist with learning how to sow the seeds of change through mindful exploration of unhealthy patterns.
I work with a diverse caseload of clients and specialize in helping those who struggle with mood disorders, anxiety and trauma disorders, addiction, and personality disorders. I take an eclectic approach to providing therapy and tend to utilize aspects of several methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, to name a few. I use sessions to focus on psycho-educating clients to understand the relationships and connections between our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and assist with learning how to sow the seeds of change through mindful exploration of unhealthy patterns.
(508) 273-8565 View (508) 273-8565
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Jennifer Munoz
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the passion to help people make positive changes for themselves. My work in an outpatient clinic has provided me with invaluable experience working with individuals, couples, and groups addressing a range of concerns from depression, anxiety, addiction, personality disorders, and thought disorders to life transitions, multicultural considerations, social justice, relationship challenges, and stress-management. I specialize in working with adolescents, college-age students, and adults.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the passion to help people make positive changes for themselves. My work in an outpatient clinic has provided me with invaluable experience working with individuals, couples, and groups addressing a range of concerns from depression, anxiety, addiction, personality disorders, and thought disorders to life transitions, multicultural considerations, social justice, relationship challenges, and stress-management. I specialize in working with adolescents, college-age students, and adults.
(508) 466-4731 View (508) 466-4731
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Jessica Barnum
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
In the past, I have enjoyed working with individuals with a history of traumatic experiences, substance use, interpersonal difficulties, and psychosis. I enjoy working on goals with clients that involve cognitive restructuring and skills building. Additionally, I enjoy short-term solution-focused goals.
In the past, I have enjoyed working with individuals with a history of traumatic experiences, substance use, interpersonal difficulties, and psychosis. I enjoy working on goals with clients that involve cognitive restructuring and skills building. Additionally, I enjoy short-term solution-focused goals.
(857) 855-5256 View (857) 855-5256
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Paul Dalton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
I have aided people with a myriad of issues, including codependency, depression, anxiety, many forms of trauma, addiction, and metaphysical issues.
I feel my ideal client is one who is self-motivated in wanting to uncover what hides beneath their unresolved traumas, fears, and old survival modes.
I have aided people with a myriad of issues, including codependency, depression, anxiety, many forms of trauma, addiction, and metaphysical issues.
I feel my ideal client is one who is self-motivated in wanting to uncover what hides beneath their unresolved traumas, fears, and old survival modes.
(857) 877-0696 View (857) 877-0696
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Sylvia Fitzpatrick
Counselor, PsyD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
I have experience in helping people in various areas of their life, including their desire to cope with issues such as loss, stress management, addiction, depression, life transitions and trauma.
Does stress, anxiety, or other unwanted, negative emotions hold you back from presenting as your true self and/or working towards your full potential? Whether you're seeking help for adjusting to a recent change or looking to break free from difficulties that keep you from enjoying life, I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process. As a licensed therapist, it is my goal to assist you in evolving into the person you aspire to become.
I have experience in helping people in various areas of their life, including their desire to cope with issues such as loss, stress management, addiction, depression, life transitions and trauma.
Does stress, anxiety, or other unwanted, negative emotions hold you back from presenting as your true self and/or working towards your full potential? Whether you're seeking help for adjusting to a recent change or looking to break free from difficulties that keep you from enjoying life, I'm here to offer you support and guidance through the process. As a licensed therapist, it is my goal to assist you in evolving into the person you aspire to become.
(781) 557-5178 View (781) 557-5178
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Maureen Kenny-Woodworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept new patients at this time. Welcome, my name is Maureen Kenny-Woodworth and I have been practicing psychotherapy for 25 years. It is my goal to assist you in reaching your goals! Congratulations on taking the first step, I know it can be intimidating to talk to someone about your concerns. It would be my pleasure to work with you in creating a comfortable safe place to reflect inward.
Unfortunately, I am unable to accept new patients at this time. Welcome, my name is Maureen Kenny-Woodworth and I have been practicing psychotherapy for 25 years. It is my goal to assist you in reaching your goals! Congratulations on taking the first step, I know it can be intimidating to talk to someone about your concerns. It would be my pleasure to work with you in creating a comfortable safe place to reflect inward.
(781) 361-9138 View (781) 361-9138
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OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
(617) 675-2000 View (617) 675-2000
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Deanna Boden-Yu
Counselor, LMHC, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
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.
(857) 505-2502 View (857) 505-2502
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Lenka Nicholls
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
My approach to therapy is direct and interactive. I believe that with a commitment to change, my clients can achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. Through collaborative relationships with my clients, I have helped people reach their goals in a safe and supportive environment. I have been in practice for over 9 years.
My approach to therapy is direct and interactive. I believe that with a commitment to change, my clients can achieve a balanced and fulfilling life. Through collaborative relationships with my clients, I have helped people reach their goals in a safe and supportive environment. I have been in practice for over 9 years.
(781) 670-7629 View (781) 670-7629
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Eric Eid-Reiner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
Immediate online therapy openings — If you’re navigating multiple stressors or a challenging life event, feeling stuck or burned out, or struggling with negative judgments about yourself, I hope you’ll reach out. I'd love to help you reconnect with joy, meaning, self-esteem, or balance in your life! Therapy can support you as you explore and take steps in the directions that are important to you.
Immediate online therapy openings — If you’re navigating multiple stressors or a challenging life event, feeling stuck or burned out, or struggling with negative judgments about yourself, I hope you’ll reach out. I'd love to help you reconnect with joy, meaning, self-esteem, or balance in your life! Therapy can support you as you explore and take steps in the directions that are important to you.
(857) 353-6133 View (857) 353-6133
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Silvia Pisano
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, LADCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
My name is Silvia Pisiano and I am a licensed couselor. I have worked in the mental health field for over twenty years in Andover and Lawrence. I am passionate about reaching out to all clients of different demographics hispanic caucasians, Asians, Africans, and all the nations from different parts of cultural backgrounds in the worlds Our practice do not discriminate race, ethnicity, and we have access to hearing impaired and translation specialist if a client needs support.
My name is Silvia Pisiano and I am a licensed couselor. I have worked in the mental health field for over twenty years in Andover and Lawrence. I am passionate about reaching out to all clients of different demographics hispanic caucasians, Asians, Africans, and all the nations from different parts of cultural backgrounds in the worlds Our practice do not discriminate race, ethnicity, and we have access to hearing impaired and translation specialist if a client needs support.
(781) 755-3745 View (781) 755-3745
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Liz Varney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
If you have been feeling unfilled, unmet, and misunderstood, I am here for you. You likely are an intuitive and sensitive soul who has been trying to walk the normalized societal path to love, career, and happiness to no avail. You are not alone. Our work together will help re-empower you to own your truth, to stand confident in your vision, and find your most authentic path. I have specialized in working with sensitive, intuitive, and creative people since 2017 when I began my self-discovery journey using the Akashic Records. To learn more about this, you can check out my book series, The Soul Reason on my website or Amazon.
If you have been feeling unfilled, unmet, and misunderstood, I am here for you. You likely are an intuitive and sensitive soul who has been trying to walk the normalized societal path to love, career, and happiness to no avail. You are not alone. Our work together will help re-empower you to own your truth, to stand confident in your vision, and find your most authentic path. I have specialized in working with sensitive, intuitive, and creative people since 2017 when I began my self-discovery journey using the Akashic Records. To learn more about this, you can check out my book series, The Soul Reason on my website or Amazon.
(413) 307-8673 View (413) 307-8673
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Janet Lacourse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867  (Online Only)
Finding and asking for help is not easy. I understand that trust and opening up to a complete stranger...a therapist, can be unsettling. One of my greatest strengths is creating a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space for us to begin our work together. Collaboratively and at your own pace...we will identify patterns of behavior, shifts in thinking and identify what is working for you and what is not. We will explore skills that will help you to create the change you desire within yourself or your environment.
Finding and asking for help is not easy. I understand that trust and opening up to a complete stranger...a therapist, can be unsettling. One of my greatest strengths is creating a safe, empathic and non-judgmental space for us to begin our work together. Collaboratively and at your own pace...we will identify patterns of behavior, shifts in thinking and identify what is working for you and what is not. We will explore skills that will help you to create the change you desire within yourself or your environment.
(978) 615-1549 View (978) 615-1549
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Josilyn Sacks
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Reading, MA 01867
I provide care to individuals and families of diverse backgrounds throughout the lifespan experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I am committed to supporting my clients on their healing journey towards health and well-being. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I have experience working with many populations, but especially with children, families, parents, couples, and college-age.
I provide care to individuals and families of diverse backgrounds throughout the lifespan experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I am committed to supporting my clients on their healing journey towards health and well-being. With a compassionate and empathetic approach, I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences. I have experience working with many populations, but especially with children, families, parents, couples, and college-age.
(508) 355-3197 View (508) 355-3197
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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.