A Nonjudgmental, Harm Reduction Informed Approach
My work with addiction is rooted in harm reduction, an evidence based, person centered approach that prioritizes safety, autonomy, and dignity. I have extensive training in harm reduction and previously worked as a harm reduction specialist and certified peer recovery specialist, supporting individuals at many different stages of change.
This means:
You do not need to be abstinent to begin therapy
We focus on reducing harm, increasing safety, and improving quality of life
Change happens at your pace, not through pressure or shame
For some clients, abstinence is the goal. For others, moderation, safer use, or stabilizing mental health comes first. All of these paths are valid, and therapy should support your goals—not impose someone else’s definition of recovery.
For those utilizing the 12 Step Model of recovery, I have extensive training and experience and can fully support you on your journey of working through the 12 steps.
I believe strongly that recovery is not one-size-fits-all. I have extensive knowledge of 12 step programs and openly support clients who find meaning, structure, and connection through AA, NA, or other mutual aid groups.
At the same time, I recognize that 12 step programs are not the right fit for everyone. Recovery can include:
12 step or mutual aid involvement
Harm reduction based change
Abstinence or moderated use goals
Medication assisted treatment (MAT)
Therapy focused or values based recovery
Spiritual, secular, or hybrid approaches
Together, we’ll explore what recovery means to you and build a path that feels sustainable and aligned with your values.
Multiple Pathways to Recovery
Addiction Counseling in New Jersey
I provide addiction counseling to adults who reside in New Jersey, offering in person and telehealth sessions depending on availability. A consultation call allows us to talk through your goals, answer questions, and assess whether working together feels like a good fit.
ADDICTION COUNSELING FOR ADULTS IN NEW JERSEY
Struggling with substance use can feel isolating, confusing, and deeply personal. You may want change but feel unsure what that change should look like, or whether traditional approaches truly fit you. For many people, addiction is closely connected to anxiety, depression, trauma, or major life transitions.
I provide addiction counseling for adults in New Jersey, offering compassionate, nonjudgmental support, grounded in harm reduction and respect for multiple pathways to recovery.
My Therapeutic Approach to Addiction Counseling
Our work may include:
Exploring triggers, patterns, and the role substances play in your life
Developing coping tools for cravings and emotional distress
Addressing co-occurring anxiety, depression, or life transitions
Values clarification and motivation for change
CBT and ACT informed strategies
Somatic and mindfulness based approaches
Breathwork to support nervous system regulation
Spiritual exploration when aligned with your beliefs
Some clients need time to feel safe and understood. Others are ready to take action. We’ll move at a pace that respects where you are.
Substance use often intersects with periods of major change; career stress, relationship shifts, grief, identity questions, or recovery from burnout. Therapy can support you in navigating these transitions while strengthening your relationship with yourself and your goals.
I have experience supporting adults across various levels of care, including detox, residential treatment, and community based recovery settings.
Addiction, Mental Health & Life Transitions
What Working Together Is Like
In therapy, I aim to create a space that feels safe, collaborative, and respectful. My role is not to shame, lecture, or control, but to support insight, self-compassion, and meaningful change. You’ll be met with honesty, warmth, and curiosity as we explore what recovery looks like for you.