Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
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( English | español ) Priscilla is a Bilingual in Spanish Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, and Certified Sex Therapist who is committed to working with individuals, couples, and families. As part of her specialties and professional interests, Priscilla works with adults and couples experiencing relationship a...
Are you ready to feel better? I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, loss, life stressors, life changes (divorce, career change etc.), marriage and family counseling. I enjoy helping my clients (of all ages) learn "tools" to help them succeed in their lives. I will help you to identify, evaluate and change behaviors that get in your way of life successes. You will have my undivid...
None of us enter this world with a User's Manual. When something goes wrong in our lives, where can we turn for help? I sometimes think of psychotherapy as an IT helpdesk for mental health related "technical problems." My approach is kind and gentle; only in a warm and safe environment are we free explore our problems and develop solutions. For over fifteen years now I have been a licensed...
I am dedicated to serving individuals, couples and families. I have found a passion for helping couples create an empowered/committed relationship and/or heal from betrayal. As individuals we deal with a variety of complex issues. I provide a safe place to explore the roots of these problems while offering a plethora of tools and strategies to cope and find the light again. Families are complex...
Are your symptoms preventing you from engaging in or enjoying activities you once used to? I work with people who battle anxiety, depression, PTSD, complex trauma, addiction, suicidal thoughts and more. Counseling with me will be a warm, authentic and safe experience where together, we can gently process the thoughts, fears and doubts that keep you feeling stuck. Therapy may involve helping you...
I assume you're here because you're struggling in some way, and that whatever you've been doing in your life to deal with your pain simply isn't working any longer. So you've hit a kind of impasse, and you're unable to work around the pain, manage it, ignore it. My clients usually find me through some kind of loss--a divorce or relationship upset, an illness or other transitional experience--of...
I am currently practicing in Boise, Idaho as well as in California. In my 32 years of professional practice I have developed an effective way of resolving relationship and other important personal issues. Having new and effective tools to bring to a situation can make a positive difference in the outcome. I can teach you how to bring practical skills to your experience that can assist you in...
Sometimes you may feel as if you cannot continue with the way things are in your life and need someone to listen, provide professional insight, guidance and an objective perspective. I believe you possess the strength inside of yourself to cope with fears, anxiety and other difficulties in life and that together we can find the courage, resilience and strength to accomplish your heart's song,...
I am passionate about working with individuals/couples on relationships and personal growth. Many of my clients are adults facing challenges in romantic or family relationships. This may include conflict, sexual issues/addiction or infidelity. I also specialize in working with adults/young adults on issues such as: identifying life purpose, career choices, stress/burnout, loneliness, depression...
Life hands us many experiences, some of which can be difficult to handle on our own. Whether you are struggling with issues beyond your control or with difficult aspects of your emotional experience, often healing is needed in order to feel content with life. Together we can identify what's contributing to current difficulties / dissatisfaction and then we can work together to develop your whol...
Welcome to my group, Monarch Behavioral Health Associates. We are a multi specialty group located in Lower Burrell PA. Personally, I have been a psychotherapist for over 20 years and specialize in mood disorders/anxiety, marriage counseling and addictions, having training in multiple therapy modalities. Additionally, we offer grief counseling, groups, child and adolescent therapy, anger...
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and their families. The relationship between therapist and client is paramount, and I work to join with clients so that the hard work can be done. Growth is not easy and trust and respect are necessary to accomplish important change. In my career I have found that clients are trying to be successful and just need some help to get back on trac...
All people have the capacity to face challenges and respond to difficult times and feelings. If you suffer with ruminations, depression, anxiety, or even that nagging voice that says that you aren't "good enough," I can help you find happiness and peace. I have an integrative style that combines various forms of behavioral therapies, including CBT and ACT. I love helping patients use mindfulnes...
Coming to therapy is like drinking coffee with an old friend, except the difference is that this friend listens very closely, does not react negatively to what you say, and only provides productive feed back. Who wouldn't benefit from that? As a therapist I provide a comfortable and safe place for you to talk through some of those difficult moments in your life. Sometimes life is just hard and ...
