Addictions therapists in Akron, OH
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Substance Abuse
Benjamin L. Miller, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I work extensively with both Clinical and Forensic populations, delivering targeted Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) Therapies tailored to the specific needs of each individual client. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults with Personality Disorders (Borderline, Narcissistic, Antisocial), Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Depression), Behavioral Disorders (Oppositionality, Anger), and Sexual Dysfunction. In addition, I treat sex offenders, individuals convicted of violent and non-violent criminal offenses, perpetrators of domestic violence, and other forensic populations.
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In my capacity as a Psychological Evaluator, I conduct thorough diagnostic clarification of psychological symptoms in clients of all ages. These range from Sexual Disorders, to Developmental Disorders (Autism Spectrum, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity), Substance Use Disorders, Mood Disorders (Bipolar, Obsessive-Compulsive), and Personality Disorders.
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In my Forensic Evaluation work, I conduct assessments upon referral from the Courts, private, state, and federal agencies, self-referrals, and attorneys. These Evaluations include: Fitness for Duty (FFD), Sex Offender Risk Assessments, Violence Risk Assessment, Psychosexual, Substance Abuse, Competency to Stand Trial, and Parenting, as well as Pre-Sentence Investigations, and various other forensic evaluations.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Akron, OH
Online in Akron, OH
Substance Abuse
Amy L Gould
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC-S, NCC, CCMHC
Breaking free from addiction can be genuinely freeing — and it's work worth doing with support. Whether you're fully committed to change or still wondering whether you need help, building your motivation is part of what we'll do together. Addiction is often a way of escaping other pain, so our work looks beyond the substance itself to what it's been protecting you from. Along the way, a relapse prevention plan becomes an important part of a lasting recovery.
19 Years Experience
In-Person Near Akron, OH
Online in Akron, OH
Substance Abuse
Kelley Boole
Therapist, LSW
Recovery is rarely a straight line, and shame is its loudest companion. Drawing on direct experience facilitating intensive outpatient (IOP) groups for substance use, Kelley will meet you wherever your at, whether just curious about cutting back, newly sober, deep in long-term recovery, or supporting a loved one. Using Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and DBT skills, she'll help you build coping tools, address co-occurring anxiety or depression, and protect the progress you've fought for.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near Akron, OH
Online in Akron, OH
Substance Abuse
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with individuals struggling with addictions and substance use concerns that impact relationships, emotional well-being, and daily functioning. Drawing on extensive clinical experience treating substance abuse, impulse control, and co-occurring mental health concerns across inpatient, outpatient, community mental health, and private practice settings, I incorporate biological and neurological education to help clients understand how addiction affects the brain, behavior, and nervous system.
I have worked closely with individuals experiencing addiction as well as their loved ones and families. I help clients understand their need to use and what drives urges, while also supporting families in understanding the nature of addiction and the complex process of rebuilding trust. Repairing relationships can be difficult and gradual, but through this work it is possible to find solid ground where accountability, understanding, and stability can begin to grow.
Addiction often develops as a way to regulate distress, numb emotional pain, or create a temporary sense of relief or control. Together, we explore the emotional and neurological patterns that sustain addictive cycles while building healthier ways to regulate stress and tolerate discomfort. My approach is compassionate, direct, and nonjudgmental, helping clients move toward greater stability, insight, and long-term change.
16 Years Experience
Online in Akron, OH (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Proven Pathways Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PhD
At Proven Pathways Psychotherapy in Columbus, Ohio, we have substantial expertise in treating substance use as part of one's presenting concern. If treating substance use issues is your primary concern, we will link you with Gary Stofle, LISW-S, LICDC-CS, who has made it the focus of his entire career to help clients who are uncertain about change, struggle to maintain commitment to change, or are ready to make changes to their use. Please visit our website to view Gary's bio and get in touch today.
11 Years Experience
Online in Akron, OH
Akron's identity as the 'Rubber City' — once the world capital of tire manufacturing — has given way to a post-industrial economy navigating transformation, and therapists here frequently address the long-term psychological effects of deindustrialization: economic stress, community grief, and the identity challenges of a workforce that has had to reinvent itself across generations. The city is home to the University of Akron and has a growing health sciences and polymer science sector, creating a more economically diverse population than its industrial reputation suggests. Summa Health and Cleveland Clinic Akron General provide institutional mental health resources alongside a private therapy community concentrated in West Akron, Fairlawn, and the Highland Square neighborhood. Akron's significant Black community and the city's ongoing recovery from decades of economic decline shape a therapy culture in which community resilience and racial equity are recurring clinical themes.
Addictions therapists in Akron, OH Statistics
Addictions therapists in Akron, OH average 17 years of experience and charge around $206 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Behavioral Therapy (37%), and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (37%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$206
Accept insurance
51%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 51% |
Male |
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| 44% |
Female |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 1% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 37% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 37% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 27% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 97% | Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 48% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Men |
| 49% | Women |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 37% | Military / Veterans |
| 30% | Christian |