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Rick J. Petronella
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MAC
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1 Endorsed
1010 Huntcliff, Building One, Suite 1210, Atlanta, GA 30350
Let's Connect (678) 541-7137
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With nearly 30 years of experience, I firmly believe that the client is the most powerful force in their own lives. With a confidential and accepting environment, I aspire to aid individuals on their journey of self-growth and always guide them in the direction of "True North". I desire to assist them in addressing the feelings and problems that often seem out of their control. I am also highly experienced in coaching couples and families to communicate with one another by addressing difficult issues, and help them reconnect in a healthy and more meaningful way.
As a Master Addiction Counselor and Certified Clinical Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor, I offer services to encourage sobriety. We will explore causes that impact addiction in a non-judgmental way. With compassion and a commitment, connect with me and I will challenge you, hold you accountable, and help restore relationships broken by addiction.
I believe that spirituality is essential to the healing process. As a former pastor, I offer Christian faith-based counseling to those interested. If you are looking for help navigating the storms in your life I always point to "True North" allowing the Lord to help in so many of our struggles.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Rick J. Petronella now - (678) 541-7137
Let's Connect (678) 541-7137
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Finances
Fees
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (678) 541-7137
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Rick J. Petronella
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MAC
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Georgia / C0079 Rick J. Petronella
- In Practice for 38 Years
- Certificate from University of California Coast SNA/Irvine PhD in Clinical Psychology / 1994
- Certificate from Certified Clinical Supervisor GACA # 1003-R
- Attended University of California Coast SNA/Irvine, Graduated 1994
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Substance Use
- Relationship Issues
- Life Coaching
Expertise
- Addiction
- Alcohol Use
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Child
- Codependency
- Divorce
- Domestic Violence
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Marital and Premarital
- Men's Issues
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Self Esteem
- Sexual Addiction
- Spirituality
- Testing and Evaluation
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Religion
Christian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Adolescent Treatment Group
- Christian Counseling
- Coaching
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Compassion Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Forensic Psychology
- Imago
- Interpersonal
- Intervention
- Men's Group
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Relational
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Substance Abuse Group Therapy
Groups
Choices
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Choices is a substance abuse and court ordered DUI treatment program that meets weekly and is designed to challenge you, hold you accountable, and teach skills to break unwanted patterns. This ASAM Level 1 recovery group brings people from all walks of life together to talk about the struggles of addiction, sobriety, and navigating the storms of everyday life. Group dynamic is open and involves heavy engagement from each member. No two lessons are ever the same.
Expertise
Addiction
Alcohol Use
Anger Management
Age
Adults
Session Cost
up to $60
Group Meets
Every Thu 5:45 P.M. - 7:45 P.M.
Location
Compass Consulting and Affiliates, LLC
1010 Huntcliff Northeast
Suite 1210
Atlanta, GA 30350
Email Rick J. Petronella about this group or call - (678) 541-7137
Location
Primary Location
Compass Consulting and Affiliates, LLC
1010 Huntcliff
Building One, Suite 1210
Atlanta, GA 30350
(678) 541-7137Email me
Nearby Areas
Take the first step to help. Call now - (678) 541-7137
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Rick J. Petronella
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, PhD, MAC