Alcohol Use Therapists in Pottstown, PA

Photo of Kristen Dieter, LSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Kristen Dieter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
An ideal client would present with their struggle in transparency, with the desire to grow, and put in the work to achieve goals. That could be managing emotions, holding a job, rebuilding relationships, or perhaps implementing more self-care. A client who wants to heal, find peace, and promote balance and autonomy. I am very easygoing, and really like to showcase my ability to promote a safe trusting environment. It is okay to feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed in life; I hope to encourage and normalize the need to take care of ourselves.
An ideal client would present with their struggle in transparency, with the desire to grow, and put in the work to achieve goals. That could be managing emotions, holding a job, rebuilding relationships, or perhaps implementing more self-care. A client who wants to heal, find peace, and promote balance and autonomy. I am very easygoing, and really like to showcase my ability to promote a safe trusting environment. It is okay to feel uncomfortable or overwhelmed in life; I hope to encourage and normalize the need to take care of ourselves.
(484) 998-1434 View (484) 998-1434
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Deborah Ann DePolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19465
Are you looking for someone to guide, support, and assist you in your life's journey? If so, I'm the therapist you've been looking for! I'm passionate about helping and I see counseling as an opportunity for us to work together on overcoming obstacles to help you reach your goals. I specialize in several different treatment modalities and tend to use a combination of techniques to match your unique wants and needs. Please email deb@compasscounselingandassociates.com to schedule an initial consultation.
Are you looking for someone to guide, support, and assist you in your life's journey? If so, I'm the therapist you've been looking for! I'm passionate about helping and I see counseling as an opportunity for us to work together on overcoming obstacles to help you reach your goals. I specialize in several different treatment modalities and tend to use a combination of techniques to match your unique wants and needs. Please email deb@compasscounselingandassociates.com to schedule an initial consultation.
(215) 260-3748 View (215) 260-3748
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Blue Creek Psychotherapy LLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19464
We started this practice because we love what we do, helping people grow. Here at Blue Creek, we offer individual, couples and family therapy. We serve children, teens, adults and older adults. In addition, we offer comprehensive psychological testing services. We bring decades of collective experience but have different areas of expertise. However, our one common goal is for you to feel welcomed and understood from the moment you make contact.
We started this practice because we love what we do, helping people grow. Here at Blue Creek, we offer individual, couples and family therapy. We serve children, teens, adults and older adults. In addition, we offer comprehensive psychological testing services. We bring decades of collective experience but have different areas of expertise. However, our one common goal is for you to feel welcomed and understood from the moment you make contact.
(484) 458-5138 View (484) 458-5138
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Bradley High
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19465  (Online Only)
I have twenty years of experience in counseling teens and adults in reaching their desired goals in their journey of mental health or substance abuse concerns. I am passionate in helping people recognize their inner strength and positivity to help improve their daily outlook through compassion and listening.
I have twenty years of experience in counseling teens and adults in reaching their desired goals in their journey of mental health or substance abuse concerns. I am passionate in helping people recognize their inner strength and positivity to help improve their daily outlook through compassion and listening.
(484) 457-5048 View (484) 457-5048
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Diane H McQueen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
"I believe human emotions need to be taken seriously and my purpose is to help my clients do so. By assisting them to recognize and understand their feelings they will see their potential to change and be more effective in their interactions." Whatever the crisis: depression, lack of self-esteem, family conflict, loneliness, chemical dependency: I'm here to listen, to help, to counsel. In an atmosphere of privacy and confidentiality, we will develop an individualized plan that meets your specific needs.
"I believe human emotions need to be taken seriously and my purpose is to help my clients do so. By assisting them to recognize and understand their feelings they will see their potential to change and be more effective in their interactions." Whatever the crisis: depression, lack of self-esteem, family conflict, loneliness, chemical dependency: I'm here to listen, to help, to counsel. In an atmosphere of privacy and confidentiality, we will develop an individualized plan that meets your specific needs.
(484) 948-3555 View (484) 948-3555
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Unleashed Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19464
El, Tate, and Heather have availability for new clients! Our team can help you overcome anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. We will collaborate with you to 1. create a unique treatment plan focused on your goals, 2. explore and process the concerns holding you back from those goals, and 3. develop and implement a set of coping skills and sustainable self-care tools. In short: we will help you unleash your most joyful, authentic self!
El, Tate, and Heather have availability for new clients! Our team can help you overcome anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma. We will collaborate with you to 1. create a unique treatment plan focused on your goals, 2. explore and process the concerns holding you back from those goals, and 3. develop and implement a set of coping skills and sustainable self-care tools. In short: we will help you unleash your most joyful, authentic self!
(610) 569-9676 View (610) 569-9676
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Sarah Sibel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CTP, RYT-500
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
Life is all about the journey, not just the final destination. I am here to help you work towards being the best version of you one day at a time.
Life is all about the journey, not just the final destination. I am here to help you work towards being the best version of you one day at a time.
(484) 514-5361 View (484) 514-5361
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Lifebulb Counseling & Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
Working with us you'll get results. Because we believe you're best served by a clinician who's passionate about not only their work, but who they work with as well. That's why we started Lifebulb - We're committed to building an organization that truly allows therapists to get back to enjoying their work, so you, our client, can receive the highest quality therapy services, whether in person at one of our locations or online through telehealth. We hire only highly trained and educated, licensed clinicians dedicated to the therapy process. We're confident we can help you achieve your therapy goals.
(610) 215-2509 x1 View (610) 215-2509 x1
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Tara Sullivan-Butrica
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Tara envisions her ideal client as someone who seeks her help with genuine commitment and openness to personal growth and healing. This client may be facing a multitude of challenges, which Tara is prepared to address with her expertise and compassionate approach.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Tara envisions her ideal client as someone who seeks her help with genuine commitment and openness to personal growth and healing. This client may be facing a multitude of challenges, which Tara is prepared to address with her expertise and compassionate approach.
(484) 939-9014 View (484) 939-9014
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Rebecca Austin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or persistent negative thoughts? Maybe you're finding it hard to express your needs to loved ones, or you're feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety and depression. I primarily focus on treating anxiety, depression, & mood disorders while also supporting clients with coping skills development, life transitions, substance use, & relationship issues. My focus is to help you regain control over your emotions, find lasting relief from emotional distress, and achieve a sense of inner peace and happiness.
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions or persistent negative thoughts? Maybe you're finding it hard to express your needs to loved ones, or you're feeling stuck in a cycle of anxiety and depression. I primarily focus on treating anxiety, depression, & mood disorders while also supporting clients with coping skills development, life transitions, substance use, & relationship issues. My focus is to help you regain control over your emotions, find lasting relief from emotional distress, and achieve a sense of inner peace and happiness.
(484) 469-6993 View (484) 469-6993
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Kari Richards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
I am accepting clients ranging from fourteen years of age and older. I work with individuals, families, and couples. Although I have experience treating an eclectic range of concerns, ideally, my clients may be facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, substance misuse, and PTSD. I have great expertise in treating dually-diagnosed clients, substance misuse, and mental health. The stress and hardships that come with these issues are often too much to handle on your own; please let me help.
(484) 969-9634 View (484) 969-9634
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Allison Conner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.
Mental health, addiction, and chronic illness all have something in common. They can be debilitating and create cyclical habits that are difficult to break. I work with motivated individuals who are willing to make a change in their lives for the better, examine their past and present experiences and feelings, and work to find healthier ways to cope.
(484) 209-0630 View (484) 209-0630
Photo of Jennifer Candelario, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor
Jennifer Candelario
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
Are you struggling with difficult life transitions, depression, & anxiety? I enjoy working with clients who feel motivated to take that first step of exploring reasons why they are feeling unhappy or dissatisfied with their lives right now. I work with clients who want to gain insight & learn tangible skills that they can practice outside of the therapeutic sessions to change their lives for the better. My role as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help individuals gain insight and feel empowered to create positive change in their lives. I offer a collaborative approach to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Are you struggling with difficult life transitions, depression, & anxiety? I enjoy working with clients who feel motivated to take that first step of exploring reasons why they are feeling unhappy or dissatisfied with their lives right now. I work with clients who want to gain insight & learn tangible skills that they can practice outside of the therapeutic sessions to change their lives for the better. My role as a Licensed Professional Counselor is to help individuals gain insight and feel empowered to create positive change in their lives. I offer a collaborative approach to create a unique treatment plan tailored to your needs.
(484) 613-3909 View (484) 613-3909
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Michelle Perna
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
I am experienced in depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relational conflict, family systems, addiction, criminal justice, anger management, eating disorders/body image, and mood disorders. The ideal client actively wants to explore their behaviors and thinking patterns and identify the underlying causes of these behaviors. In addition, the ideal client will be willing to tackle goals inside & outside therapy sessions. My ideal client would be an individual who is internally and externally motivated to change their life. They show up to sessions on time consistently and make a conscious effort to engage in the therapeutic process.
I am experienced in depression, anxiety, stress, trauma, relational conflict, family systems, addiction, criminal justice, anger management, eating disorders/body image, and mood disorders. The ideal client actively wants to explore their behaviors and thinking patterns and identify the underlying causes of these behaviors. In addition, the ideal client will be willing to tackle goals inside & outside therapy sessions. My ideal client would be an individual who is internally and externally motivated to change their life. They show up to sessions on time consistently and make a conscious effort to engage in the therapeutic process.
(484) 255-4965 View (484) 255-4965
The Art of Emotion - Sarah LeBoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QCSW, RPT-S, CAAPT
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
At The Art of Emotion, we believe in a collaborative approach to therapy. We work with our clients to create a safe and supportive environment where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The Art of Emotion is the group psychotherapy practice led by Sarah A. LeBoon, MSW, LCSW, QCSW, RPT-S, CAAPT. Dedicated to providing the highest quality managed services, Ms. LeBoon offers psychotherapy and assessment for a range of emotional issues and diagnoses in the office or remotely.
At The Art of Emotion, we believe in a collaborative approach to therapy. We work with our clients to create a safe and supportive environment where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. The Art of Emotion is the group psychotherapy practice led by Sarah A. LeBoon, MSW, LCSW, QCSW, RPT-S, CAAPT. Dedicated to providing the highest quality managed services, Ms. LeBoon offers psychotherapy and assessment for a range of emotional issues and diagnoses in the office or remotely.
(484) 319-4159 View (484) 319-4159
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Kristen Marie Pettinato
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19465
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor utilizing a highly personalized approach supporting teens, adults, seniors & couples through change & life transitions. Incorporating complimentary therapies from a strengths & solution based approach, I assist clients in processing emotions, gaining strength & coping skills. I assist individuals dedicated to overall health & well-being to feel balanced, calm, empowered, connected and motivated to achieve change. I offer support to clients navigating through grief & loss, relationship issues, anxiety, recovery & mental health diagnosis traditionally & not traditionally covered by insurance.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor utilizing a highly personalized approach supporting teens, adults, seniors & couples through change & life transitions. Incorporating complimentary therapies from a strengths & solution based approach, I assist clients in processing emotions, gaining strength & coping skills. I assist individuals dedicated to overall health & well-being to feel balanced, calm, empowered, connected and motivated to achieve change. I offer support to clients navigating through grief & loss, relationship issues, anxiety, recovery & mental health diagnosis traditionally & not traditionally covered by insurance.
(267) 454-2028 x510 View (267) 454-2028 x510
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Kate Schenk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CCTP, CBIS, CSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pottstown, PA 19464  (Online Only)
People need different things in their lives and when they come to therapy they can expect a calm, quiet atmosphere and a place where they can express themselves in ways that they may have never felt safe enough to do so. There are so many challenges in life and individuals should take pride in recognizing that it takes strength to reach out for guidance.
People need different things in their lives and when they come to therapy they can expect a calm, quiet atmosphere and a place where they can express themselves in ways that they may have never felt safe enough to do so. There are so many challenges in life and individuals should take pride in recognizing that it takes strength to reach out for guidance.
(215) 709-9612 View (215) 709-9612
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Edward T Wagner
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464
At Better Way Counseling, my primary goal is to establish a solid working relationship with you, empowering you to make lasting positive changes. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and confidential environment where you can feel comfortable addressing your concerns openly. Together, lets find a Better Way!
At Better Way Counseling, my primary goal is to establish a solid working relationship with you, empowering you to make lasting positive changes. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and confidential environment where you can feel comfortable addressing your concerns openly. Together, lets find a Better Way!
(610) 439-9659 View (610) 439-9659
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Teresa Cote @ The Healing Place Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464  (Online Only)
As a trauma therapist, I work with many individuals facing deep heartache and struggles that sometimes feel too overwhelming and scary. Trauma can be triggered from some experiences such as past abuse, grief, chronic illness, or being a witness to traumatic events. This can also lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, fear, phobias, irrational fears, and agitation. Trauma can also lead to negative coping skills such as addictive patterns and behaviors. I can walk alongside you in a journey of healing and assist you in coming to a place of safety and peace and help you overcome and move you towards a place of healing!
As a trauma therapist, I work with many individuals facing deep heartache and struggles that sometimes feel too overwhelming and scary. Trauma can be triggered from some experiences such as past abuse, grief, chronic illness, or being a witness to traumatic events. This can also lead to symptoms of depression, anxiety, panic, fear, phobias, irrational fears, and agitation. Trauma can also lead to negative coping skills such as addictive patterns and behaviors. I can walk alongside you in a journey of healing and assist you in coming to a place of safety and peace and help you overcome and move you towards a place of healing!
(484) 214-2574 View (484) 214-2574
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Cara A Mallon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pottstown, PA 19464  (Online Only)
I specialize in helping individuals cope with everyday life struggles that sometimes prevent us from achieving our full potential. We will work collaboratively to explore root causes and develop realistic goals. Additionally, I work with individuals who struggle with relationships and difficult life transitions such as parenting, divorce, grief and job loss.
I specialize in helping individuals cope with everyday life struggles that sometimes prevent us from achieving our full potential. We will work collaboratively to explore root causes and develop realistic goals. Additionally, I work with individuals who struggle with relationships and difficult life transitions such as parenting, divorce, grief and job loss.
(610) 840-6896 View (610) 840-6896
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Alcohol Use Therapists

Are there specific medications for alcohol use?

There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?

Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.

How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?

According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.