Addiction Counselor
Jim Mastrich, Ed.D., L.C.A.D.C.
Psychologist, Clinical Alcohol & Drug Counselor, Certified Sport Psychology Consultant
In 08528 - Nearby to Avenel.
In order to recover from compulsive disorders or substance abuse and addiction, a person must stop their dysfunctional behavior. While recovery may be that simple, it is certainly not easy. Substance abuse is at least a psychological habit and may also be a physiological one as well. People often use and abuse substances in an attempt to address an internal disturbance or upset, and mask feelings of inadequacy or other issues. Nevertheless, with a commitment to the process of recovery, and a willingness to take an honest look at oneself, it is amazing the progress people can make. I take a very direct, but supportive approach in helping individuals to make their lives more manageable.
Addiction Counselor
Gerald Schoenewolf, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychoanalyst
In 10009 - Nearby to Avenel.
There are all kinds of addictions, from substance abuse to internet pornography. In each case, the bottom line is that a person is dealing with feelings of depression, anger or anxiety in a destructive way. They drink, gamble or look at pornography whenever they feel stress, but do not face the feelings that are causing the stress and work through them. I encourage addicts to make use of 12-step programs in combination with psychotherapy. When they stop denying and commit themselves to both, they quickly make progress.
Addiction Counselor
Dana Spada, PhD, LCSW
Psychotherapist
In 07722 - Nearby to Avenel.
Dr. Spada can help you with your addiction. She can support you every step of your way to recovery. She can help you explore feelings you may be avoiding, that may be too difficult to feel that are ultimately driving the addiction and need to escape. Addiction is insidious and very difficult to overcome. Support throughout this process is absolutely critical.
Addiction Counselor
Carolyn AlRoy, Psy.D.
Licensed Psychologist
In 10011 - Nearby to Avenel.
Overall, I treat addiction much like I would treat any other crisis. I would do addiction assessment to make sure I'm the right person to treat you. I'd identify triggers, what makes you more likely to repeat the addictive behavior. I can work with substance use and sex addiction. My general belief is that addiction is a way that people avoid dealing with other people and their problems. It can be a learned behavior. In order to stop doing the offensive behavior, it is important to focus on what you do want to do. This is the process of recovery, and I will do my best to facilitate this.
Addiction Counselor
Marion Rollings, PhD
Licensed Psychologist
In 08844 - Nearby to Avenel.
Using a Harm Reduction approach to treatment of addictions has proven to be an effective model for intervention with a wide range of substance and behavioral addictions. A Harm Reduction approach helps the addict formulate goals and structures behaviors around their attainment. Goals are set by the individual and treatment is supportive, collaborative, and goal-oriented.
Addiction Counselor
Edgard Danielsen, PhD, LP
Licensed Psychoanalyst
In 10001 - Nearby to Avenel.
Sometimes consuming drugs, food, alcohol, sex, among other things soothe anxiety or satisfy emotional hunger. However, when the roots of the anxiety and emptiness are not addressed, consumption and use have a fleeting effect, leaving you at a loss and in need of consuming or using more, and the cycle continues. As a therapist, I will help you look at the roots of your addiction: together we will do the hard work of searching underneath layers of denial and understand the wounds and pain that lie at the core of your addition. There is no magical wand that would make addictions disappears, but there is caring understanding that will help you find new ways of dealing with wounds and pain.
Addiction Counselor
Blair Bisher, PhD(c), MS, CSAT-c
Porn & Sex Addiction Specialist
In 10282 - Nearby to Avenel.
I will help you find freedom from your compulsive and addictive behaviors. Leveraging a solutions-focused approach via an 8-session curriculum to help men understand and overcome sex and porn addiction, or compulsive sexual behavior disorder. We will discuss problem definition, solution creation via the miracle exercise, understanding control through understanding internal/external variable assessment, brain mapping, identity, sustainable sobriety, defense mechanisms and ultimately determining what fix your compulsive behavior is delivering.
Addiction Counselor
Kevin Fleming, Ph.D.
Coach/Change Agent/Consultant
In 07101 - Nearby to Avenel.
While most treatment approaches to addiction include 12 step programs, rehabs, and now sober living houses, Grey Matters International, Inc. provides a wildly successful alternative to traditional models of addiction treatment----that keeps the brain in mind. That is, talking to the conscious brain while the primal brain is deciding things even before you are consciously aware? Well, that is the problem to solve in addiction. We have the solution utilizing a new cutting edge neuroscience-centered brain rebalancing system. Contact kevin@kevinflemingphd.com or call 877-606-6161.
Addiction Counselor
Noel Rapp, MSW,LSW,LCADCI
Licensed Therapist
In 07722 - Nearby to Avenel.
My approach for addictions counseling consists of utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and a great deal of mindfulness and mediation. I prefer the holistic and spiritual approach to overcoming addiction challenges and highly suggest the addition of 12 step support groups as well as addictions counseling. I provide a safe and nonjudgmental environment for clients to be open about their experiences and work together to find inner peace and cultivate change.
Addiction Counselor
So.i.Heard Music Therapy, MT-BC
Music Therapist
In 07041 - Nearby to Avenel.
Our credentialed music therapists tailor sessions to each individual, utilizing personalized music exercises and interventions to address each person's unique symptoms of addiction. Our music therapists work with each client using musical elements like songwriting, processing, and guided imagery to help clients find their own voice and learn new coping skills to help manage addiction of any kind and severity.
Addiction Counselor
Lewis Pagano, LPC
Licensed Professioal Counselor
In 07042 - Nearby to Avenel.
I have 20 years working with adolescents and adults in substance abuse. I also work with people with opiate addiction and buprenorphine treatment. I do substance abuse evaluations with recommendations if requested.I can also manage outpatient and inpatient treatment if needed. I have an extensive background in substance abuse treatment, family therapy, and working with adult children of alcoholics and substance abusers.
Addiction Counselor
Walter Matweychuk, Ph.D.
Licensed Psychologist
In 10016 - Nearby to Avenel.
I show people who are misusing substances that overcoming an addiction is quite possible. I emphasize work and practice at coping skills. I first help the individual to judge only their self-defeating behavior but never to put themselves down as a person for being addicted. This helps reduce guilt, shame, anxiety and denial. We focus on developing coping skills to handle problems and change behavior. I show the individual how to develop emotional and behavioral control even when life is difficult and stressful. I teach how to increase frustration tolerance. I lay out a specific plan for coping with temptation. I build and maintain motivation for staying with the recovery process.
Addiction Counselor
Heidi Seifert, LCSW-R, MA
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
In 10003 - Nearby to Avenel.
You went after work to hang out with friends. You had some drinks or you got high. Everything was fine in the beginning until you noticed that just stopping was no longer easy. I believe that people can reduce or completely stop. The choice is yours to make. There are consequences to working me; you may decide you don't need to be high or drunk to enjoy yourself.
You have Found the Top Therapists for Addiction And Codependency in Avenel, NJ.
Thank you for visiting our New Jersey page of therapists in Avenel who specialize in addictions in all forms- internet addiction, pornography and sex addictions, gambling, alcohol and drug abuse, shopping, and food addictions. An addiction can destroy lives and relationships. Often times there is a codependent person somewhere in the sphere of an addict. Professional therapy from an addiction specialist in Avenel, NJ is a vital part of recoverey and healing. We are ready to help, let's get started.
Avenel is located in Middlesex County, New Jersey. It has a land area of 3.48 square miles and a water area of 0.03 square miles.  The population of Avenel is 17,952 people with 5,147 households and a median annual income of $68,261. .
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Therapists in Avenel are often within budget with some potential challenges for longer term commitments. Your mental health and well being are a top priority. If accessibility is a concern, ask your counselor about sliding scale fees or inquire about accepted insurance plans. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Avenel public health department.