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Colleen Griffin, LCSW
Counselor/Therapist
320 S State St Suite #3 Clarks Summit PA, 18411About
Colleen Griffin, LCSW is a top Social Worker in CLARKS SUMMIT, PA. With a passion for the field and an unwavering commitment to their specialty, Colleen Griffin, LCSW is an expert in changing the lives of her patients for the better. Through herdesignated cause and expertise in the field, she is a prime example of a true leader in health care.
As a leader and expert in their field, Colleen Griffin, LCSW is passionate about enhancing patient quality of life. She embodies the values of communication, safety, and trust when dealing directly with patients.
In CLARKS SUMMIT, PA, Colleen Griffin, LCSW is a true asset to their field and dedicated to the profession of mental health.
Education and Training
Marywood University MSW 2013
University of Scranton BS Psychology, Minor Sociology 2011
Provider Details
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Colleen Griffin, LCSW's Expert Contributions
Can a social worker help improve my son's behavior?
Yes, a school social worker can be a valuable resource to give your child space to talk and receive services within the school system. Depending on the school, you should be able to outreach to get your son seen by a social worker in the school or they may be able to help connect you to a provider in the community for afterschool hour appointments. READ MORE
What can I do for my child's separation anxiety?
Depending on child's age, some degree of separation anxiety can be a normal part of developmental process (typically in younger children). However, if you are feeling these behaviors are outside of typical developmental age range and has been ongoing - I would recommend consulting first with pediatrician to discuss and if needed look for therapeutic services for yourself and/or child. There are techniques and therapeutic interventions that can assist. It is hard to give more concrete guidance without specifics. READ MORE
Areas of expertise and specialization
Faculty Titles & Positions
- OWNER/THERAPIST Polaris Counseling and Wellness, LLC 2024 - Present
- OUTPATIENT THERAPIST Children’s Service Center/Robinson Counseling Center, Wilkes-Barre PA 2024 - Present
- SUBSTANCE TREATMENT & RECOVERY PROGRAM MANAGER (Residential & Outpt) SUD ADMISSIONS COORDINATOR, WBVAMC, WILKES-BARRE PA 2019 - Present
- DRUG AND ALCOHOL THERAPIST, CHOICES RECOVERY WILKESBARRE PA 2013 - 2014
- INTIMATE PARTNER VIOLENCE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM COORDINATOR, WBVAMC WILKES-BARRE PA 2018 - 2021
- CAREGIVER SUPPORT COORDINATOR, WBVAMC CAREGIVER SUPPORT COORDINATOR, WBVAMC 2018 - 2019
- MH/SUD SOCIAL WORKER (LCSW), WBVAMC WILKES-BARRE PA 2016 - 2018
- CHEMICAL DEPENDENCY COUNSELOR II MARWORTH, WAVERLY PA 2014 - 2016
Professional Memberships
- NASW
Internships
- VA MEDICAL CENTER 2012-2013VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA 2011-2012SCRANTON VET CENTER 2010-2011
Colleen Griffin, LCSW's Practice location
Polaris Counseling and Wellness LLC
320 S State St Suite #3 -Clarks Summit, PA 18411Get Direction
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