Addiction & Recovery Counseling in East Patchogue, NY
Gentle, judgment-free support for anyone struggling with drinking, drugs or other addictions, and for the families who love them. In person or online across New York.
Does this sound familiar?
- You’ve tried to cut back, and it keeps coming back
- Drinking or using has become how you cope
- Someone you love is struggling, and it’s taking over your life
- You feel ashamed to ask for help
You’re not alone, and you’re not broken. Let’s talk.
How I help
We start where you are, without judgment. Together we look at what the addiction is doing for you, build healthier ways to cope, and plan for the hard moments.
Addiction rarely lives in one person alone. If someone you love is drinking or using, you deserve support too, whether or not they’re ready to get help.
- Motivational Interviewing
- CBT and ACT tools you can use right away
- Support for codependency and family members
- Relapse prevention planning
- 27 Years
in Practice - Licensed in
New York (LCSW) - Most Insurance
& Medicare
What we can work on
- Alcohol and substance use. Understanding your patterns, what sets them off, and what you want instead.
- Other addictions. Including internet and sexual addiction, which can carry just as much shame and are just as treatable.
- Underlying pain. Anxiety, depression, trauma or grief that drinking or using has been covering.
- Family recovery. Boundaries, communication and self-care for partners, parents and teens living with a loved one’s addiction.
What working together looks like
1. Free 15-minute call
A brief, no-pressure conversation to see if we’re a good fit.
2. Your first session
A chance to talk more, set some goals, and make a plan together.
3. Real progress, at your pace
Ongoing support with practical tools and a focus on what matters to you.
You might also find helpful
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Codependency & Self‑Esteem
Build healthier boundaries, real self-worth, and more balanced relationships.
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Teens & Families
Support for teens and families to improve communication, reduce stress, and feel more connected.
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Couples Therapy
Work through conflict, rebuild connection, and find a stronger way forward together.
Questions about addiction counseling
Do I have to stop using before I start?
No. You can come as you are, whether you want to quit, cut back, or you’re not sure yet. We’ll start with where you are today and what you want to be different.
Can you help if my loved one won’t get help?
Yes. Many people start therapy because someone they love is drinking or using. You can learn to set boundaries, take care of yourself, and respond in ways that don’t keep you stuck.
Is addiction counseling covered by insurance?
Often, yes. I’m in network with most major plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Empire BCBS, Oxford, UnitedHealthcare and Medicare. Self-pay sessions are $85, and a sliding scale is available.
Can we meet online?
Yes. I see clients in person in East Patchogue and by secure video anywhere in New York State, Monday to Saturday, including evenings.
