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Christina Camara is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 12 years of experience helping others work through issues of s...
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Christina Camara is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has 12 years of experience helping others work through issues of spiritual confusion, stage of life issues, addictions, depression, and anxiety.
Christina completed her Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Psychology at Temple University and her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Rosemont College. She uses an Integrative approach to treatment, which allows the utilization of her motto in “meeting people where they are.” Christina’s natural relational leadership skills help to connect and guide individuals through treatment. This natural quality also allows Christina to easily serve a broad range of individuals from the early stages in life to the final stage of life.
Christina seeks to connect and establish a therapeutic relationship that is built on the premise of safety in authenticity, providing a space to explore and resolve issues, thereby allowing for enhanced quality of life.
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The most important element of therapy is a strong relationship between the therapist and client. I hope to make your therapy exper...
The most important element of therapy is a strong relationship between the therapist and client. I hope to make your therapy experience validating and supportive.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 40 years of experience supporting adults navigating mood disorders, anxiety, substance use challenges, daily living stressors, and the impacts of childhood or sexual trauma. Throughout my career, I have focused on helping clients heal, regain stability, and build healthier ways of coping. My approach is compassionate, steady, and grounded in creating a safe space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as you work toward meaningful change.
I earned my master’s in social work from the University of Pittsburgh. I draw from cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior skills, and psychodynamic principles to help clients strengthen insight, shift unhelpful patterns, and progress toward lasting recovery.
I believe mental health therapy is both a process and a journey, and every step forward matters. My goal is to walk alongside you as you gain confidence, release shame, and move toward emotional clarity and peace. It would be my honor to support you on your path to healing.
As a therapist, I understand that it can be hard to open up to someone, but I want therapy to feel like getting a cup of coffee wi...
As a therapist, I understand that it can be hard to open up to someone, but I want therapy to feel like getting a cup of coffee with a friend.
Rachel Hill is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), who is passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them become the best version of themselves. She has experience working with a wide range of mental health issues and daily life stressors. These experiences include but are not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anger, and ADHD. Rachel specializes in depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, anger, grief, and stress.
Rachel completed her Master of Counseling at Geneva College. Rachel utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy. She also uses a client-centered approach and views the person as a whole rather than just many parts.
Rachel understands that life is stressful and brings a lot of complicated feelings. She is confident that therapy can help an individual cope with these stressors. Rachel knows that therapy can be a stressful event, but it doesn’t always have to feel like that. If you’re ready to be a better version of yourself, schedule an appointment with her today!
I am excited to partner with you to help you take one more step in the direction you want to go in life....
I am excited to partner with you to help you take one more step in the direction you want to go in life.
Sean Burns is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 18 years of experience in behavioral health and drug and alcohol treatment settings. Sean specializes in working with teenagers and adults, ages 14 to 100, challenged by anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, work difficulties, marital/relationship conflict, school stress, attention deficit hyperactivity disorders, grief/loss experiences, faith/religious beliefs, and behavioral issues. Sean also has experience in dealing with addiction affecting individuals and families. He provides skills, tools, educational information, and suggestions to help clients take the next step.
Sean received his Master of Social Work from the University of Pittsburgh. He utilizes approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, compassion-focused therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, faith-based and Christian counseling, and motivational interviewing.
Sean can assist you in improving the relationships that mean the most to you and set appropriate boundaries within more challenging ones. He invites you to partner with him for your health and well-being and encourages you to schedule an appointment today.
As a conscientious and understanding therapist with varied life experience, I am uniquely suited to address various client needs a...
As a conscientious and understanding therapist with varied life experience, I am uniquely suited to address various client needs and struggles
Michael Moriarty is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania who has over 8 years of experience working with adults and adolescents on a wide range of mental health struggles relating to anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance abuse, relationship difficulties, and grief and trauma-related issues. His area of specialty is working with drug and alcohol addictions. He approaches therapy from a client-centered, collaborative perspective where he works alongside clients as they navigate their issues and gain greater insight into their own capacity for growth. He is also a nationally certified counselor.
Michael holds Master's degrees in Science Education from Lehman College and in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Duquesne University. He uses cognitive behavioral and trauma-informed approaches to assist clients in working through problem areas and gaining an increased capacity for life satisfaction.
Michael has a variety of personal life experiences that make him well suited to address his clients needs. He understands the complexity of human psychology and the fundamental need for personal connection that individuals hold and this enables him to provide a personal and unique perspective to assist clients with their struggles.
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I would say that my go to approach for addiction counseling is a combination of person centered, motivational interviewing, and CBT. I find that clients are able to benefit from this approach as it is self-guided and it allows for someone to look at what may have caused the concerns and what they can do to address them.
The skills that I teach in addiction counseling are look at pros and cons list, cost benefit analyst, the importance of sober supports, and the different types of groups that are available to them. I feel that a lot of stress is placed on those who struggle with addictions and that they have been told that there is only one way to solve the problem. I feel this creates feelings of hopelessness and I find that by offering other solutions, it can help create a sense of hope.
One of the things that I find that a client can get out of addiction therapy is that they start to live a life of recovery, rather than just being sober. This looks at being able to enjoy life, being able to handle stressors with out resorting to substances, and also being able to be grateful for what they have and establish a sense of peace within themselves.
I find that in reading books such as The Realm of Hungry Ghosts by Gabor Mate or other books along those lines can help clients be able to be able to understand addiction and see how they are not alone. If I can I will also look up stories of other authors who have struggled with addiction and how they are able to get out of it. I find that hearing another's story about being able to get out of the addiction cycle can be very helpful.
I would say that to prepare for this type of counseling to come in with questions, come ready to learn about the way addiction plays a part in our brain chemistry, and if they attended meetings such as (NA, AA, Dharma Recovery, etc). I ask for this because I want to be able to help the client be able to know what has worked, if they are ready for that next step, and also what they are hoping to accomplish from treatment as well.
Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Allentown, PA can help people manage their urges to use the substance or engage in the activity they’re addicted to. In addition, it can help people manage the challenges that stem from their addiction, from relationship issues to problems at work, as well as those whose addiction may stem from issues like trauma.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks in Allentown, PA works by helping one understand the underlying causes of their addiction, teaching them coping strategies, and recognizing their specific triggers. Long-term or ongoing addiction counseling can also help to prevent relapse.
Addiction counseling at Thriveworks is conducted both in person and online by video. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.
The length of addiction counseling depends on the individual’s needs, the extent and severity of their addiction, and the problems that might stem from it. That said, people can make meaningful progress in addiction counseling in the first weeks to months.
Addictions can happen to anyone. Addictions can include many things such as alcohol, drugs, medications, tobacco, caffeine, gambling, sex, food, exercise, shopping, or even the internet and as a result can lead to real problems. Addiction often destroys families and relationships. It has the potential to ruin or significantly hinder your future and your life.
Many things can become addictive, although not all addictions are considered a mental health disorder. Addiction most often starts out innocently and then develops into a bad habit that is reinforced, which ultimately becomes destructive.
Dependency is the key word when it comes to addiction. When you feel that you have lost control or no longer have control over the urges, then this is the sign that it may have an addiction.
You may find yourself using substances or engaging in addictive behaviors more frequently, using larger amounts, and despite wanting to quit; you find yourself unsuccessful in being able to do so on your own. You may spend more time and energy in activities trying to get the substances or engaging in the behavior. You may spend more time recovering from its effects.
You may also experience withdrawal symptoms from certain substances which leads you to use more just to avoid the withdrawal symptoms.
You may also start to feel distressed, anxious, depressed, and more irritable. You may also feel embarrassed, angry, or even deny the presence of a problem.
Call Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry in Allentown, PA to begin your journey to recovery. Our dedicated support team will assist you every step of the way, from setting up insurance to scheduling your first session, making the process hassle-free.
With appointments available seven days a week, we prioritize your convenience and well-being. Experience the benefits of addiction counseling at Thriveworks, including fast response times, flexible scheduling options, and a variety of accepted insurance plans.
Don’t let addiction hold you back any longer—reach out today and give us a call. We’re ready to start you on your path to a healthier, happier life.
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Thriveworks Counseling & Psychiatry Allentown is located near Hausman Rd and Cetronia Rd, off I-476. It is right by the Lehigh Valley Home & Garden Center and near the Springhouse Middle School.
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