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Amber Rishel

LCADC - Licensed Clinical Alcohol Drug Counselor, LSW
New Jersey

Accepts

Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, and Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

Specializes in

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Stress, and Substance Use / Addiction
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Great to meet you!

Having two decades of supporting clients with dual diagnoses I bring expertise to the therapeutic process. My professional background includes roles as Clinical Supervisor, Lead Clinician, and Director of Substance Abuse Services.

My passion for helping others is driven by experiences and a deep commitment to making a positive impact. Your journey is important to me, and I am here to support you each step of the way. Together, let's achieve your goals and build a healthier, more fulfilling life.

A bit about my approach to therapy

Personalized Care: I create individualized treatment plans tailored to your unique needs and goals.

Supportive Environment: I foster a safe, trusting space where you can share openly and feel heard.

Holistic Methods: Utilizing techniques like motivational interviewing, CBT, and trauma-informed care, I address both symptoms and underlying causes.

What you can expect from our first session

Practical Strategies: Learn effective tools to manage stress, cravings, and emotions, helping you stay grounded in challenging situations.

Confidence and Skills: Build self-efficacy, improve communication, and strengthen problem-solving abilities for everyday success.

Relapse Prevention: Receive comprehensive strategies to ensure long-term growth, sustain recovery, and maintain progress over time.

Amber's style is

Solution-oriented
Empowering
Holistic

Insurance carriers Amber accepts

Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Carelon Behavioral Health
Cigna
Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

More about Amber

MSW (Master of Social Work) at Widener University
License type: LCADC - Addiction (Substance Use Disorder) Counselor (New Jersey)
Gender: Cisgender Female
Ethnicity: Caucasian
Languages: English
Works with: Adolescents and Adults
More specialties: Depression, Anger Management, Grief, Loss, Women's Issues, Trauma, and PTSD
Modalities: Humanistic, Trauma Focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, Strength-Based, Attachment Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)