Fresh Start Counseling

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges that life has thrown at you? Do you need support and guidance to navigate through difficult emotions, relationships, or life transitions? At Fresh Start Counseling, we understand that life can be tough, and we are here to help you find the light at the end of the tunnel. Our team of experienced therapists is committed to providing compassionate and evidence-based counseling services to individuals, couples, and families of all ages.

At Fresh Start Counseling, we offer a wide range of services tailored to meet your unique needs. Our services include:

Individual Coping & Communication Skills Training (DBT)

Do you struggle with overwhelming emotions, impulsivity, or self-destructive behaviors? Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a proven effective treatment for borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, and other mental health conditions. At Fresh Start Counseling, we offer modified DBT strategies that can help you learn new coping skills, improve your relationships, and enhance your quality of life.

Couples Counseling, Family Therapy, and Parenting/Co-Parenting Issues

Are you experiencing difficulties in your relationship or family dynamics? At Fresh Start Counseling, we provide couples counseling, family therapy, and parenting/co-parenting support to help you improve communication, resolve conflicts, and strengthen your bonds. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches, such as solution-focused brief therapy, to help you achieve your goals.

Adult Mood and Anxiety Treatment

Do you struggle with depression, anxiety, or other mood disorders? At Fresh Start Counseling, we offer individual and group counseling services to help you manage your symptoms, improve your mood, and enhance your quality of life. Our therapists use cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and other evidence-based approaches to help you achieve your goals.

Trauma Recovery using EMDR and other techniques

Have you experienced trauma or distressing events that affect your daily life? At Fresh Start Counseling, we offer trauma-informed counseling services, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), to help you process your experiences and heal from trauma. Our therapists use a variety of techniques to help you regain your sense of safety, control, and well-being.

Substance Abuse Counseling

Do you struggle with substance abuse or addiction? At Fresh Start Counseling, we provide individual and group counseling services to help you overcome your addiction, improve your relationships, and enhance your quality of life. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches, such as motivational interviewing and relapse prevention, to help you achieve your goals.

Preteen & Adolescent behavioral and emotional problems

Are you concerned about your preteen or adolescent's behavior or emotional well-being? At Fresh Start Counseling, we provide counseling services tailored to meet the unique needs of young people. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches, such as play therapy and family therapy, to help young people build resilience, improve their relationships, and enhance their quality of life.

Solution Focused Brief Treatment

Do you want to find solutions to your problems quickly and effectively? At Fresh Start Counseling, we offer solution-focused brief treatment, a goal-oriented approach that helps you identify your strengths, resources, and solutions. Our therapists work with you to create a clear and focused plan that can help you achieve your goals in a timely manner.

Do you identify as LGBTQ+ and need support and guidance to navigate through life's challenges? At Fresh Start Counseling, we provide affirming and inclusive counseling services to help you explore your identity, build resilience, and enhance your quality of life. Our therapists use evidence-based approaches to help you manage any mental health or substance abuse concerns that may arise.

Meet Rick Woodcock, LCSW, CCS

At Fresh Start Counseling, our lead therapist is Rick Woodcock, a licensed clinical social worker and certified clinical supervisor with extensive experience helping individuals, couples, and families make positive changes in their lives. Rick obtained his master's degree in social work from the University of Maine and has been providing clinical services since 1998. Rick has worked in various settings, including community mental health agencies, hospital-based substance abuse treatment centers, and private practice. Rick has specialized training in DBT, EMDR, and other evidence-based approaches, and is committed to providing compassionate and effective counseling services to help you achieve your goals.