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I am dedicated to helping adults and adolescents navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth through compassionate and ...
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I am dedicated to helping adults and adolescents navigate life's challenges and achieve personal growth through compassionate and evidence-based therapy.
Caryn Alberini is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Drug and Alcohol Clinician with 18 years of experience. She specializes in trauma, substance abuse, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, OCD, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, anger management, ADHD, bipolar, and personality disorders. Caryn has a background in forensic psychology and employment in corrections and juvenile detention and has directed inpatient and outpatient programs. Caryn uses a trauma-based lens to assess clients and discover where their thoughts and behaviors originated. She assists clients in learning new ways of thinking to replace maladaptive coping skills.
Caryn received her Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Boston College. She utilizes evidence-based modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, positive psychology, and motivational interviewing.
Caryn offers a safe space for individuals to explore their struggles without judgment and guides them to find new connections and skills to achieve changes and growth. If you are struggling with past trauma or current stressors that are impacting your daily functioning, please reach out today.
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As a biracial, multi-cultured woman, I understand the unique issues of people from varying cultures, backgrounds, classes, and env...
As a biracial, multi-cultured woman, I understand the unique issues of people from varying cultures, backgrounds, classes, and environments, and strive to meet all individuals with compassion and non-judgment.
Tia Burr is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a unique understanding and passion for helping individuals and couples address their unique challenges and find healthy perceptions of themselves. Tia does this by realizing and capitalizing on her clients' personal strengths, to increase healthy coping skills and overall life fulfillment. She has 4 years of experience and specializes in substance use, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and major life transitions.
Tia completed her Master of Arts (MA) in Counseling Psychology at Framingham State University. She knows that no singular approach is appropriate for every individual, so she has been trained in a range of modalities including Rogerian, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT), positive, and strength-based therapies.
Life is full of changes and challenges, and no one needs to go through these transitions alone. Tia is confident that she can provide support in these times by presenting new perspectives and strategies which will allow you to cope with whatever struggles you might be facing. If you are ready to create positive and lasting life changes, schedule an appointment with her today.
You deserve dedicated time with a mental health professional — it can be life-changing.
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Addiction counseling therapists at Thriveworks in Framingham, MA 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 Framingham, MA 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.
Addiction is a mental illness, characterized by the inability to stop using the desired substance if or when an individual wants to. In other words, these people can’t control their urge to drink, use, gamble, shop—depending on the substance or behavior. They long for fulfillment, of which they can only obtain from that substance or behavior. The comfort, satisfaction, and relief it brings them is impossible to pass up.
Fortunately, there is help and treatment for those suffering with an addiction, be it to alcohol, another substance, or to an activity. In any case, a counselor can help you to manage your symptoms and succeed in your fight against your addiction. The mission at Thriveworks is to help people live happier, healthier lives—we want to help you do that by helping you with your illness. If you think you need or could benefit from addiction counseling, reach out to Thriveworks Counseling in Framingham. We’re ready when you are. Give us a call at (508) 392-4269 to schedule.
Addiction is dependence on a particular substance, thing, or activity. Be it alcohol, tobacco, fast food, gambling, shopping, the internet. Whatever the addiction is rooted in, it can cause physical, emotional, and/or behavioral changes. Keep an eye out for the following:
Are you experiencing any of these effects as a result of substance use or a particular activity? If so, consider working with a therapist, psychologist, or counselor at Thriveworks. They can assess your symptoms and come up with a plan for helping you manage your addiction. Most importantly, they can lead you on a path toward becoming a happier, healthier, and more successful you.
The signs are there. The beginning of your therapy journey will involve talking about your addiction, including the symptoms and effects that you are experiencing. In addition to the effects mentioned above, those with an addiction often…
The first step in getting help is recognizing and admitting that you need help. Once you do that, you can actually seek treatment, and begin discussing your present and what you envision for your future with your counselor. If you’re feeling unsure about this whole addiction counseling thing, know that counseling is proven to help those with addiction.
If you’re struggling with an addiction—to alcohol, drugs, gambling, shopping, smoking cigarettes, eating fast food, etc.—reach out to our office. Our providers are ready to use their expertise, training, and experience to help you manage your addiction and live a better life than before.
To book an appointment, all you have to do is give us a call at (508) 392-4269. A scheduling specialist will ask for some basic information and then set you up with a counselor who can help your unique situation. Remember: if you’re ready to start this journey, so are we. We look forward to it.
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