For over thirty years I have been involved in the treatment of people suffering with alcohol and other substance use disorders. My patients hail from all walks of life but share a common medical affliction. Regardless of the advances made to date, for many there remains a sense of guilt and shame associated with substance use disorders and seeking help is not an easy task.   Much of the associated stigma has been curtailed in the past few years via education and active public attention.  I feel fortunate to live and to practice on Cape Cod in Massachusetts, a "State Without Stigma". 

In my belief, each patient is a unique individual with immediate critical needs.   

Furthermore, to establish a therapeutic relationship, a patient must have confidence in a counselor and a counselor must have a non-judgmental empathetic approach to a patient.

Respect, privacy and trust are of paramount importance.

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For me, on a personal level, there is a special joy in witnessing a person, who from a point of despair, rises up and moves forward with renewed faith in self, recognition of personal ability, sober, clear-minded, and finally free from the bond of addiction.

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I have made this challenging yet rewarding work the focus of my career and I am here to assist  YOU now.  

If you believe you might be in the early stages of developing a problem with alcohol or other drugs, or if you are already suffering dire health or social consequences from prolonged use, this is the time to take action and start anew.  I am well-versed in handling court referrals and assessments.   

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Please contact me for an initial consultation and we will discuss your unique situation. 

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