Addictions therapists in Machesney Park, Illinois IL
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Caroline Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
I approach substance abuse in a comprehensive manner, which includes conducting assessments to understand its extent and underlying factors, providing psycho-education, teaching coping skills, exploring factors that may have contributed to the issue, building support networks, addressing co-occurring mental health issues, setting recovery goals, and enhancing motivation for change. My aim is to empower individuals to overcome substance abuse and lead healthier, more fulfilling lives.
2 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
Substance abuse is difficult, and many folks come in struggling with shame, anxiety about the future, and trying to manage relationships and work issues (related or not to use.) We can help.
We start where you need us to start, helping you to manage cravings and to begin to build the life you want. We work from a harm reduction model, helping you to improve your life and avoid disaster while you develop the coping skills.
5 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Emily E. Smith
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, CADC, BC-DMT
I am a certified addictions counselor and welcome clients who are in active recovery, are questioning their relationship with substances, or would like to decrease current use of substances. I have knowledge of the disease model of addiction, 12-Step language, and the impact of substance abuse on family systems. I welcome clients along the spectrum of use: from questioning/examining consequences to complete abstinence if that is the goal.
22 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Christensen and Sons, Inc.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, MSW: LCSW, LSW, PEL
Addiction is problem that affects individuals, their families, and friends. However, many addicts deny that they have a problem and refuse to seek help. In some cases, the family finds itself unable to help. In our sessions we first assist the addict and then when possible, the family. Individual counseling is confidential and personal and involves the counselor meeting face to face with the addict to discuss recovery.
17 Years Experience
Addictions or Substance Abuse
Dr. Walter J. Matweychuk
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have written a book Overcoming Your Addictions which shows you how to apply the principles of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and CBT to your self-defeating addictions. To overcome an addiction you first need to learn to accept yourself unconditionally with your addiction. Your self-defeating addictive behavior does not diminish your worth as a person. Putting yourself down will not help you overcome your addiction. Secondly, you need to learn to build your discomfort tolerance for urges, develop a healthy network of friends who will not lead you back to your addiction, and a vitally absorbing interest in life that makes your life meaningful.
34 Years Experience