Addiction Therapists in Weymouth, MA
There is a specific course of action to recover from sexual addiction which will involve assessment,support, pyschoeducation, disclosure and may involve 12 step support groups.
Is your life being negatively affected by your sexual behaviors? Have you made repeated efforts to change but find yourself drawn back to compulsive sexual behavior? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience dealing with sexual compulsivity or addiction. I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist who understands what steps are necessary to establish real sobriety. I also am a Masters level Drug and Alcohol Counselor with experience in treating substance addictions as well as helping recovering families. I utilize CBT and an eclectic,empathic, directive orientation that emphasizes the fact that addiction/compulsive behavior is treatable!
There is a specific course of action to recover from sexual addiction which will involve assessment,support, pyschoeducation, disclosure and may involve 12 step support groups.
Is your life being negatively affected by your sexual behaviors? Have you made repeated efforts to change but find yourself drawn back to compulsive sexual behavior? I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience dealing with sexual compulsivity or addiction. I am a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist who understands what steps are necessary to establish real sobriety. I also am a Masters level Drug and Alcohol Counselor with experience in treating substance addictions as well as helping recovering families. I utilize CBT and an eclectic,empathic, directive orientation that emphasizes the fact that addiction/compulsive behavior is treatable!
My specialties include anxiety, depression, addiction, as well as chronic pain syndromes.
If you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction or couples issues, I can support you to access the power of your body and mind to resolve painful and persistent symptoms by finding new ways of thinking and feeling. I love helping people find solutions and skills to improve their experience of life. Sometimes it takes understanding and resolving trauma and others it seems a matter of learning new skills and making new steps toward a better life. I believe deeply in one's own inner wisdom and ability to change, no matter what the circumstances have been .
My specialties include anxiety, depression, addiction, as well as chronic pain syndromes.
If you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction or couples issues, I can support you to access the power of your body and mind to resolve painful and persistent symptoms by finding new ways of thinking and feeling. I love helping people find solutions and skills to improve their experience of life. Sometimes it takes understanding and resolving trauma and others it seems a matter of learning new skills and making new steps toward a better life. I believe deeply in one's own inner wisdom and ability to change, no matter what the circumstances have been .
Learn to recognize your strengths and use them to develop skills to help manage the challenges in your life. Relationship problems, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, and substance abuse are all problems that leave people feeling stuck and unable to move forward. With a Doctorate in Psychology and more than 20 years clinical experience, I will work in a collaborative way to help you understand the nature of the problems in your life and to set forth your goals for moving forward. You will discover your strengths, develop your skills for managing your life situation, and make the changes you seek.
Learn to recognize your strengths and use them to develop skills to help manage the challenges in your life. Relationship problems, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, and substance abuse are all problems that leave people feeling stuck and unable to move forward. With a Doctorate in Psychology and more than 20 years clinical experience, I will work in a collaborative way to help you understand the nature of the problems in your life and to set forth your goals for moving forward. You will discover your strengths, develop your skills for managing your life situation, and make the changes you seek.
Hello, I am a Therapist; a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Private Practice in Cohasset, MA. I have been working with others who carry a host of behavioral issues but my field of expertise is addiction. I accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, offer weekend hours as well as M-F. I offer in-person or virtual (on-line) visits. Reach out (Call, Text, Email).
Hello, I am a Therapist; a LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor) in Private Practice in Cohasset, MA. I have been working with others who carry a host of behavioral issues but my field of expertise is addiction. I accept Blue Cross/Blue Shield, offer weekend hours as well as M-F. I offer in-person or virtual (on-line) visits. Reach out (Call, Text, Email).
Judy Ward is a Licenced Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. She is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and begin the journey to a healthy and fulfilling life. Judy specializes in substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and major life transitions.
Judy Ward is a Licenced Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) with over 30 years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. She is passionate about helping adults address their unique challenges and begin the journey to a healthy and fulfilling life. Judy specializes in substance abuse, depression, anxiety, and major life transitions.
As a mental health provider, I have been practicing for roughly twelve years in both urban and rural communities. I primarily provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults, with a wide range of different experiences and needs. I am skilled in working with symptoms including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions, and mood disorders. I also have specialized training in perinatal mood disorders as well as substance use disorders. I have unlimited access to resources, particularly within the addiction and recovery communities for both struggling individuals and/or their loved ones.
As a mental health provider, I have been practicing for roughly twelve years in both urban and rural communities. I primarily provide individual therapy to adolescents and adults, with a wide range of different experiences and needs. I am skilled in working with symptoms including depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, self-esteem, life transitions, and mood disorders. I also have specialized training in perinatal mood disorders as well as substance use disorders. I have unlimited access to resources, particularly within the addiction and recovery communities for both struggling individuals and/or their loved ones.
Anxiety, depression, chronic pain and illness, grief, losses (spouses, children, parents, pets), substance struggles,aging, relationship struggles, adult ADHD, OCD, traumas, LGBT issues, existential issues, spiritual growth.
There is no real ‘cure’ for being a human being. But in therapy, there can be support, exploration and development of skills that let us live a more meaningful and manageable life. Perspective of another, more objective person, can help. When you are in the movie, you can't watch it.
Anxiety, depression, chronic pain and illness, grief, losses (spouses, children, parents, pets), substance struggles,aging, relationship struggles, adult ADHD, OCD, traumas, LGBT issues, existential issues, spiritual growth.
There is no real ‘cure’ for being a human being. But in therapy, there can be support, exploration and development of skills that let us live a more meaningful and manageable life. Perspective of another, more objective person, can help. When you are in the movie, you can't watch it.
Marisa Greaves
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02188 (Online Only)
Meet Marisa, a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Simmons University, graduating in 2019. With a passion for helping individuals improve their mental health and overall wellbeing, Marisa has extensive experience working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD and substance use disorders in both outpatient clinics and medical settings. Throughout her career, Marisa has demonstrated a commitment to providing exceptional care to her clients. She understands that each person’s experience is unique and tailors her treatment approach to meet the individual needs of each client.
Meet Marisa, a compassionate and dedicated therapist with a Master’s degree in Social Work from Simmons University, graduating in 2019. With a passion for helping individuals improve their mental health and overall wellbeing, Marisa has extensive experience working with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD and substance use disorders in both outpatient clinics and medical settings. Throughout her career, Marisa has demonstrated a commitment to providing exceptional care to her clients. She understands that each person’s experience is unique and tailors her treatment approach to meet the individual needs of each client.
Paula Marie Thomas
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC1
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02190 (Online Only)
For the past thirteen years I have worked as a substance abuse therapist at Crossroads Center in Antigua. I am dedicated to promoting long term recovery by helping clients work toward healing and self-reliance while highlighting personal strengths. My approach is to meet a person where they are, to look at what part of their life is not presently balanced while being kind, compassionate, patient, caring, nurturing and empathetic, using gentle pressure to assist a person. As a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, I believe that no matter how challenging life has become, every person is able and deserving to live a healthy happy life.
For the past thirteen years I have worked as a substance abuse therapist at Crossroads Center in Antigua. I am dedicated to promoting long term recovery by helping clients work toward healing and self-reliance while highlighting personal strengths. My approach is to meet a person where they are, to look at what part of their life is not presently balanced while being kind, compassionate, patient, caring, nurturing and empathetic, using gentle pressure to assist a person. As a licensed alcohol and drug counselor, I believe that no matter how challenging life has become, every person is able and deserving to live a healthy happy life.
New Directions Counseling Center provides a welcoming, comfortable, confidential atmosphere. Our team consists of 8 therapists with various specialties and many years of collective experience. We offer traditional and Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Issues addressed include: depression, anxiety, stress management, elder issues, loss and grief, addiction (including substance, exercise, and computer) relapse prevention, codependency, ACOA, parenting issues, child growth and development, pregnancy loss, infertility, postpartum depression, trauma, loss of vision, men's issues, job loss and more.
New Directions Counseling Center provides a welcoming, comfortable, confidential atmosphere. Our team consists of 8 therapists with various specialties and many years of collective experience. We offer traditional and Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Issues addressed include: depression, anxiety, stress management, elder issues, loss and grief, addiction (including substance, exercise, and computer) relapse prevention, codependency, ACOA, parenting issues, child growth and development, pregnancy loss, infertility, postpartum depression, trauma, loss of vision, men's issues, job loss and more.
Jeanne Melvin
Counselor, LMHC, LADC, CAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Weymouth, MA 02190 (Online Only)
I believe the key to a successful therapeutic experience is the collaboration between the therapist and the individual. I work to develop an empathetic and authentic connection with my clients. I am flexible in understanding the goals and needs of individuals whether it is issues around relationships, or their personal journey in recovery from addiction. My approach is non judgmental and open. Helping woman to heal from past issues of trauma and abuse and issues around families of origin are of special interest to me. Client evaluations for the court regarding substance abuse or mental health are also part of my clinical work.
I believe the key to a successful therapeutic experience is the collaboration between the therapist and the individual. I work to develop an empathetic and authentic connection with my clients. I am flexible in understanding the goals and needs of individuals whether it is issues around relationships, or their personal journey in recovery from addiction. My approach is non judgmental and open. Helping woman to heal from past issues of trauma and abuse and issues around families of origin are of special interest to me. Client evaluations for the court regarding substance abuse or mental health are also part of my clinical work.
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Liz Kariotis Rice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02191 (Online Only)
Liz Kariotis-Rice is a Clinical Social Worker trained with a psychodynamic focus at New York University. She has expanded beyond that lens to a more humanistic, strength-based, and solution-focused one, based upon her experience working with a very diverse range of clients in settings ranging from community health centers to major hospitals to outpatient addiction treatment centers to street outreach and drop-in centers for the homeless.
Liz Kariotis-Rice is a Clinical Social Worker trained with a psychodynamic focus at New York University. She has expanded beyond that lens to a more humanistic, strength-based, and solution-focused one, based upon her experience working with a very diverse range of clients in settings ranging from community health centers to major hospitals to outpatient addiction treatment centers to street outreach and drop-in centers for the homeless.
He offers expertise in trauma-related reactions as well as a variety of other concerns clients may have, including anxiety, depression, substance use, ADHD, motivation, and assertiveness.
Accepting new clients! Is there something about your life that you'd like to see change? I've worked in a variety of settings - residential treatment facilities, sober houses, in-home behavioral health services, concierge medicine, outpatient, and others - with a wide range of clients. Let me use my experience to help you realize the change you want to see.
He offers expertise in trauma-related reactions as well as a variety of other concerns clients may have, including anxiety, depression, substance use, ADHD, motivation, and assertiveness.
Accepting new clients! Is there something about your life that you'd like to see change? I've worked in a variety of settings - residential treatment facilities, sober houses, in-home behavioral health services, concierge medicine, outpatient, and others - with a wide range of clients. Let me use my experience to help you realize the change you want to see.
Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborating with a diverse population of adults needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Kelsey has provided clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adults seeking assistance with depression/anxiety, substance use disorders, major mental health disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, life transitions, and LGBTQIA difficulties. Kelsey completed her bachelor’s degree in Counseling with a minor in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lesley University.
Kelsey Quinn is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) who has been working in the mental health field for 10 years collaborating with a diverse population of adults needing psychotherapeutic counseling and support. Kelsey has provided clinical assessments and therapeutic care to adults seeking assistance with depression/anxiety, substance use disorders, major mental health disorders such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia, life transitions, and LGBTQIA difficulties. Kelsey completed her bachelor’s degree in Counseling with a minor in Psychology and her Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Lesley University.
Hillary Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02189 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Do you keep doing the same things, even though you feel they aren't serving you well? Are you ready to make changes but aren't sure where to begin? Throughout my 10+ years in the mental health field, I have worked in a variety of settings (including residential substance use treatment, correctional facilities, and community-based services) which has provided me with expertise in helping people from all walks of life make changes. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and trauma. I work with both adolescents (ages 16 and up) and adults.
Are you feeling stuck? Do you keep doing the same things, even though you feel they aren't serving you well? Are you ready to make changes but aren't sure where to begin? Throughout my 10+ years in the mental health field, I have worked in a variety of settings (including residential substance use treatment, correctional facilities, and community-based services) which has provided me with expertise in helping people from all walks of life make changes. I work with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use disorders, and trauma. I work with both adolescents (ages 16 and up) and adults.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I offer help for individuals and couples coping with a wide range of issues including anxiety, infertility, pregnancy loss, grief, chronic and acute illness, addiction and depression.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I offer help for individuals and couples coping with a wide range of issues including anxiety, infertility, pregnancy loss, grief, chronic and acute illness, addiction and depression.
I see clients who experience anxiety, ADHD, depression, substance abuse, trauma, relationship issues and normal life stressors/adjustment.
Accepting new telehealth clients (mostly daytime availability). I am passionate about mental health care and have been working in the field for over 20 years. I work with people of all ages. I have a special interest in men’s mental health. I have experience working in a variety of settings such as residential, courts, schools and community mental health clinics.
I see clients who experience anxiety, ADHD, depression, substance abuse, trauma, relationship issues and normal life stressors/adjustment.
Accepting new telehealth clients (mostly daytime availability). I am passionate about mental health care and have been working in the field for over 20 years. I work with people of all ages. I have a special interest in men’s mental health. I have experience working in a variety of settings such as residential, courts, schools and community mental health clinics.
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Weymouth, MA 02188 (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.
I am an experienced psychotherapist who uses a strength based approach providing individual, couples and family therapy. I primarily work with men's issues, couples, trauma and addictions utilizing a variety of approaches including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Family Systems, and Mindfulness Meditation. My style is active, reflective and solution focused.
I am an experienced psychotherapist who uses a strength based approach providing individual, couples and family therapy. I primarily work with men's issues, couples, trauma and addictions utilizing a variety of approaches including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Family Systems, and Mindfulness Meditation. My style is active, reflective and solution focused.
I have been working in private practice since 1985. I provide therapy for adolescents and adults. I am a provider with low vision. This does not interfere with my clinical abilities, but does prevent me from working with children and families. My services are generally short-termed, and solution-oriented. I can offer a wide variety of treatment strategies and tailor services to specific needs. My clients participate in forming treatment plans and goals. I offer feedback, constructive suggestions and techniques. Client satisfaction is important to me. I look forward to working with you.
I have been working in private practice since 1985. I provide therapy for adolescents and adults. I am a provider with low vision. This does not interfere with my clinical abilities, but does prevent me from working with children and families. My services are generally short-termed, and solution-oriented. I can offer a wide variety of treatment strategies and tailor services to specific needs. My clients participate in forming treatment plans and goals. I offer feedback, constructive suggestions and techniques. Client satisfaction is important to me. I look forward to working with you.
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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.