Licensed to practice in 2 states and accepts 54 insurances. Specializes in Addiction, Substance Misuse, Trauma and PTSD and 4 more.
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I’m Burt, a licensed mental health counselor and Master Certified Addiction Professional. I work with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use, trauma, relationship problems, work stress, and major changes that have left life feeling off course. My approach is direct, practical, and honest. I listen closely, ask questions, and tell you what I see. We will look at what is happening, what keeps the pattern going, and what you can begin doing differently. You will be treated with respect, but I will not help you avoid the truth.
The first session is a conversation, not a test. We will talk about what brought you in, what is happening now, and what you would like to see change. You do not need to arrive with everything figured out. Most people do not. I will ask about how the concern is affecting your work, relationships, health, sleep, and daily life. We may discuss mental health symptoms, substance use, family history, trauma, stress, support systems, prior treatment, and anything else that helps us understand the full picture. Some questions may be direct. I am not trying to put you on the spot. Clear answers help us decide where to begin. You may also tell me when you are not ready to discuss something. We will review confidentiality and its limits so you understand how therapy works and where you stand from the beginning. Before the session ends, we will identify the first practical steps. I may ask you to journal, complete a written exercise, change part of your routine, reconnect with support, practice a coping skill, or address something specific before the next appointment. Therapy cannot be one hour of talking followed by the rest of the week doing exactly what has not been working. I am not there to lecture you or make you feel worse about yourself. I am there to listen, ask useful questions, point out what I see, and help you begin moving in a better direction.
There is not much you can tell me that will shock me. People come into therapy carrying shame, regret, anger, secrets, and decisions they wish they could undo. I am not there to judge you or reduce you to the worst thing you have done. I am there to help you understand how you got there, take responsibility for your part, and decide what happens next. I am also not going to sit quietly, nod for an hour, and send you home with nothing to work on. I ask direct questions and point out patterns that may be hard to see when you are living inside them. Sometimes I may tell you something you do not want to hear, but I will tell you honestly and respectfully. Therapy should lead somewhere. Depending on what is happening, I may ask you to journal, complete a written exercise, change part of your routine, use recovery support, practice a boundary, or have a conversation you have been avoiding. Talking matters, but the work cannot end when the appointment does. I bring clinical experience, practical judgment, and my own long-term recovery into the room. Your story is not my story, and I will not pretend it is. What I know is that people can change, even after serious mistakes and consequences. You do the work. I listen, ask the right questions, keep you honest, and help you find the next step.
My ideal client is an adult who knows something needs to change but is tired of short-lived fixes. Alcohol or drugs may be causing consequences, anxiety or depression may be narrowing life, trauma may still be influencing daily reactions, or work and family pressure may have left them exhausted, resentful, and disconnected. Some appear successful from the outside while barely holding things together. Others are rebuilding after relapse, loss, legal trouble, relationship damage, or a major life change. You do not need to arrive with the right words or a perfect plan. You do need enough willingness to be honest about what is happening and your part in it. I work best with clients who can tolerate direct questions and are willing to do something between sessions. That may mean journaling, changing a routine, using recovery support, practicing a boundary, or having a conversation they have been avoiding. The work is not about shame or pretending the past did not happen. It is about understanding the pattern, taking responsibility without living under it, and building a life that is steadier, more honest, and easier to remain present for.
Cash - $150 per session
Aetna
Aetna - Allied Benefits
Aetna - ASR Health Benefits
Aetna - Lucent Health
Aetna - Luminare
Aetna - Medicare
Aetna - Moda
Aetna - WebTPA
Aetna – HealthEZ
All Savers
Ambetter Health
Amerihealth Administrators
Amerihealth NJ Medicare Advantage
Anthem
Arlo
AvMed
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medicare
Centivo
Cigna
Cigna - HealthEZ
EAP:Cigna
EAP:Evernorth
EAP:UnitedHealthcare/Optum
Evernorth
Florida Blue
Florida Blue - Medicare
Golden Rule
GTEB
Harvard Pilgrim
Harvard Pilgrim/UnitedHealthcare
Humana - Medicare
Humana Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
Independence Administrators
Independence Blue Cross
Independence Keystone 65 HMO
Independence Personal Choice 65 PPO
Medicare
Optum
OptumHealth Complex Medical Conditions
Oscar
Oxford
Surest (formerly Bind)
Tufts Health
Tufts Health/Cigna
United Medical Resources
UnitedHealthcare Complete Care (C-SNP)
UnitedHealthcare Dual (Medicare & Medicaid)
UnitedHealthcare Life Insurance
UnitedHealthcare Shared Services
UnitedHealthcare StudentResources
UnitedHealthcare/Optum
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare/Optum - Medicare
From my perspective as a licensed clinical mental health counselor, incorporating motivational interviewing (MI) into my practice has profoundly influenced both my therapeutic approach and the outcomes for my clients, especially those grappling with addiction and recovery. MI, as a counseling style, offers a powerful toolkit for fostering change by tapping into the client's own motivations and values.
I have found Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) to be an exceptionally effective approach, especially when time or resources are limited. This method aligns seamlessly with my goals to provide focused, efficient, and client-centered care. From my perspective, there are several key benefits to integrating SFBT into my practice, particularly when addressing the diverse needs of individuals seeking mental health support.
Incorporating Person-Centered Therapy (PCT) into my counseling practice has been a transformative experience, both for me as a counselor and for the individuals I have the privilege of supporting. Developed by Carl Rogers, PCT is predicated on the belief in the human potential for growth, change, and maintaining a positive forward direction in life. This approach resonates deeply with my own values as a counselor, emphasizing the importance of providing a therapeutic environment characterized by unconditional positive regard, empathy, and congruence. Reflecting on my journey with PCT, several key benefits stand out, shaping my therapeutic engagement and enhancing the quality of care I provide.
Implementing Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) into my practice has significantly enhanced my ability to assist clients, particularly those struggling with the aftermath of trauma and PTSD. This evidence-based approach has provided me with a structured yet flexible framework to help clients process their traumatic experiences and challenge and modify unhelpful beliefs related to the trauma. Reflecting on the integration of CPT into my therapeutic repertoire, I've identified several key benefits that have not only enriched my professional practice but have also profoundly impacted my clients' healing journeys.
1 rating with written reviews
July 8, 2026
Dr.Burton is very kind and easy to speak with.