ADDICTION & RECOVERY THERAPY
Whether you’re battling a problem with drugs or alcohol; or you struggle with compulsive behaviors like gambling, shopping, or sex - the right treatment can make a huge difference in leading a fulfilling life in long-term recovery. Addiction therapy helps people at any stage in the recovery process from questioning whether there’s a problem to feeling stuck along the way. Get help from a therapist who gets it because he’s been there.
Flexible Approaches to Recovery
COMMON ADDICTIONS & COMPULSIONS
While most of our experience is working with people who have substance use problems, we can help clients who struggle with other compulsions overcome their addictions.
Substance Use
The most common addictions we treat involve substance use, particularly addictions to drugs or alcohol.
The path to recovery shouldn’t be taken alone. It requires support along the journey.
Seeking recovery from addiction may require a flexible approach. Some people do very well with a hardline abstinence and 12-step approach but others have different needs. Forcing someone into abstinence won’t help which is why I believe in client autonomy. However, for recovery to work, you need to be motivated and ready to change. And you can’t do it alone.
How do we know this? Dr. Smith has been there.
If you’re ready to take the next step towards long-term recovery, get matched with a therapist that can help.
While people in recovery need support, they aren’t the only ones who need help. If you're concerned about a loved one's substance use problem, we're here to assist you as well. Drawing from our personal experiences and evidence-based addiction treatment approaches, we provide individual and family therapy to help you protect yourself, avoid enabling behaviors, and guide both you and your loved one toward the necessary resources for treatment and recovery. Our objective is to facilitate healing for both of you together.
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Where are you located?Waterloo Therapy Group is located in Philadelphia and while our clients are mostly from the Philadelphia-area, we accept patients from all over Pennsylvania.
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Are your sessions virtual or in-person?We offer limited in-person sessions at our office in Center City Philadelphia, however most sessions may be virtual. See our blog post about Online vs. In-Person Therapy for more information.
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What are your rates?We accept Aetna, Highmark (Blue Cross Blue Shield), and Quest insurance, however not all insurance plans cover mental health services with our providers. We are not Medicaid or Medicare providers. Please contact your insurance company to understand more about your coverage with our group and if teletherapy is covered. They may ask for information about us: our NPI number is 1972374585, our EIN is 874185062, and the CPT codes are 90791 and 90837. We do not participate in EAP programs. For more information about private pay rates, see our Rates & Fees page. See our blog post about Insurance vs. Private Pay for more information.
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What if I just need to vent - is that therapy?Venting is normal human behavior but it’s not part of therapy. While client autonomy is extrememly important, therapy isn’t just a place to vent where you want someone to provide feedback or suggestions and guidance. While everyone’s needs are different, therapy is great for tackling hard areas of your life that are hindering you from moving forward and growing as a person.
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My last therapist was awful, why should I try it again?Sometimes it takes a while to find the right therapist - it can be a lot of trial and error. That’s why we aim to match you with a therapist that will be good fit for you and your needs. Therapy is different for everyone. We try to strike a balance with my clients where we may push those who are complacent and allow space for people who are too hard on themselves. Your mental health provider should be flexible in their approach and we try to do exactly that with each client.
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