Venita is a seasoned mental health and licensed drug and alcohol clinician with many years of counseling experience.  Venita specializes in substance abuse and mental health counseling working with individuals, families and couples who are suffering from Addiction, PTSD, Depression, Anxiety and other disorders.  Venita maintains a private practice in Taunton and Fall River, MA.

With over 30 years of human services experience, Venita has worked with other mental health agences, as well as, working for the Massachusetts Probation Department.  She is a graduate of Cambridge College specializing in Mental Health and Addiction, and is currently serving as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. 

Venita is an interactive, solution-focused therapist. Her therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges. She integrates complementary methodologies and techniques to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client. With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.

Education

Cambridge College, Cambridge, MA

License, Certifications & Awards

LADC1, CADC, ICADC, ECADC

Additional Training

Harm Reduction

Motivational Interviewing

Professional Activities and Memberships