The PEOPLE Chronicles Radio
The PEOPLE Chronicles Radio
COCA SERVICE PROVIDER – Berks Counseling Center
COCA SERVICE PROVIDER – Berks Counseling Center
COCA SERVICE PROVIDER – Berks Counseling Center
Monday 21st November 2016
Discover how Berks Counseling Center provides essential addiction recovery services and community support in Berks County.
13 minutes
Empowering
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Hopeful
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Family Recovery from Addiction
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Berks Counseling Center has walk-in hours Mon – Fri 8:30 to noon, if someone is in need of help
Imagine finding a place where you can walk in, share your struggles, and start your journey to recovery without the burden of insurance worries. Berks Counseling Center in Berks County offers just that. As a licensed facility, it provides a range of services including outpatient counseling, intensive case management, and transitional housing for women and children. The center operates with the support of the Council on Chemical Abuse (COCA), ensuring public funding for those who need it most.
Connie Malafarina, the Clinical Director for Drug and Alcohol Services, shares how her personal loss fuels her dedication to helping others. With walk-in hours from Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to noon, the center makes it easy for individuals to seek help when they need it. Berks Counseling Center also collaborates with TASC to offer recovery support specialists, and they are expanding their services to include Saturday hours due to growing demand.
The center is not just about treatment; it's about providing a supportive community. They assist with basic needs like food and housing, ensuring that individuals have a stable foundation as they work towards sobriety. The intensive outpatient program requires attending three groups a week and meeting with a counselor once a week, offering structured support for those who need it. Connie emphasizes that the value of counseling is immense, having helped her cope with her own tragic loss.
Now, she channels that experience into compassionately guiding others through their recovery journeys. The center's commitment extends beyond formal treatment, as they continue to check on individuals even after they complete their programs. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction, Berks Counseling Center offers hope and tangible support. This episode provides a detailed look into the center's services and the community resources available to help individuals reclaim their lives.