Addiction and Substance Abuse Counseling near Lockport, NY

Biography: I am licensed in New York and have a CASAC-G with 40 years of professional work experience. I have worked extensively with helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions & coping with life changes and I specialize in gambling and gaming issues. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: Jan has been a Licensed Mental Health Counselor since 2006. She worked in the substance use treatment for 25 + yrs.. She is a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor. Jan worked with people with dual diagnosis since 2003. She has experience working with people with depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, HIV. Jan believes in helping people live their best lives, using strengths and coping skills to manage stressors and moods. She believes in treating people as humans. We all deserve compassion and second chances. Some people need many second chances to live their best lives. In life, it is important to be kind and warm. Using cognitive behavioral therapy, Jan helps people cope and thrive, in spite of life's problems. She is not religious, but likes the philosophies from Buddhism. She welcomes everyone from all walks of life. She has worked with people with ex-offender histories, as well as people who are gender non-conforming. She counseled people who are in the midst of career changes. From Jan: " I look forward to working hard with you to change your life for the better. I am excited to help shape your evolution from a chrysalis to a butterfly!"

Biography: I'm a licensed therapist in New York with three years of experience helping people navigate life's ups and downs. Whether you're dealing with stress, anxiety, addiction recovery, low motivation, self-doubt, or big life changes, I'm here to support you. I also understand the weight of compassion fatigue and how caring for others can sometimes leave you feeling drained. I believe healing is rooted in connectionwhether it's with our loved ones, our communities, or ourselves. You already have strengths that can help you move through life's challenges, and sometimes, all it takes is the right support to tap into them. Taking the first step toward change isn't always easy, but you don't have to do it alone. I'm here to walk alongside you with encouragement, warmth, and a space where you can feel truly seen and heard.