Business Details
Your Trusted Mental Health Therapists in Collingdale
Aviva Mental Health Svc is a behavioral health clinic founded on three decades of grassroots experience in mental health care. Our director, Susmaria Charles, has dedicated her career to developing integrated outpatient mental health programs that address the holistic needs of children and adults. We specialize in meeting clients where they are in their mental health journey, offering personalized treatment plans that incorporate emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being. Our team of licensed clinicians brings over 20 years of collective experience in treating mental illness and substance abuse disorders. We operate under the philosophy that mental health is not a disability but an illness requiring systemic recovery approaches. Through community outreach initiatives in the U.S. and India, we work to eliminate mental health stigma while providing accessible care.Our services are supported by Pennsylvania and Delaware state licenses for mental health and substance abuse treatment. We accept major insurance providers including Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay options. Our facility in Collingdale, PA, serves clients aged 5 to 65 through evidence-based therapies and medication-assisted treatment programs. With a focus on both individual care and community impact, we strive to make mental health services accessible and effective for all who seek our support.
Services
Out-Patient Mental Health
IBHS Services
Peer Support
Addiction Therapy
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Highlights and features
- We offer 30 years of combined mental health expertise through our leadership team
- Our holistic treatment approach addresses mental, physical, and spiritual well-being
- We provide personalized care plans tailored to individual recovery journeys
- Our community outreach programs combat mental health stigma in the U.S. and India
- We maintain state licenses in Pennsylvania and Delaware for comprehensive care
What people say
Great service
Amazing staff
Life-changing impact
Caring professionals
Personalized care
Services
Out-Patient Mental Health
Our outpatient mental health services provide comprehensive treatment for individuals aged 5-65. We specialize in creating personalized care plans that address emotional, behavioral, and psychological needs through evidence-based therapies. Our experienced clinicians use a holistic approach to treat various mental health conditions while maintaining flexibility for clients to continue daily life activities.
IBHS Services
Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) offer specialized care for children with complex mental health needs. Our team provides individualized treatment plans incorporating play therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, and family involvement. Services are delivered through both in-office and mobile therapy options to support children in their natural environments.
Medication-Assisted Treatment
Our Medication-Assisted Treatment program combines FDA-approved medications with counseling to treat substance use disorders. We specialize in Suboxone treatment for opioid addiction while addressing co-occurring mental health conditions. The program includes regular monitoring and behavioral therapies to support long-term recovery and relapse prevention.
Peer Support Services
Certified peer specialists provide guidance and support for individuals navigating mental health challenges. Our peer support program offers lived experience-based mentorship, recovery coaching, and community resource navigation. This service helps clients build coping skills and maintain treatment progress through shared experiences and mutual understanding.
Drug and Alcohol Addiction Therapy
Our addiction therapy services address both substance use disorders and underlying mental health issues. We offer individual and group counseling sessions using evidence-based approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing. The program focuses on developing coping strategies, relapse prevention techniques, and addressing trauma that may contribute to addictive behaviors.
People
Susmaria Charles
Director
With 30 years of grassroots mental health experience, Susmaria Charles founded Aviva's outpatient program. She developed the clinic's holistic treatment philosophy combining mental, physical, and spiritual care. Her leadership focuses on community mental health advocacy and reducing treatment barriers.
Blanca Estrada
Clinical Director
Licensed in three states with 25+ years in children's mental health, Blanca specializes in trauma-informed care. She provides clinical supervision while maintaining expertise in family court behavioral health assessments and expert testimony.
John McCollum
Therapist
A master's level therapist with 23 years of experience, John specializes in co-occurring disorders and trauma therapy. He combines clinical expertise with military discipline, offering medication-assisted treatment and recovery support services for substance use disorders.
Miki Hwang
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner Miki Hwang combines medical expertise with compassionate care. With critical care nursing background, she specializes in medication management and therapeutic alliance building through active listening and dignity-centered treatment.
Quin Nguyen
Outpatient Clinician
Licensed marriage and family therapist Quin Nguyen uses person-centered therapy approaches. Specializing in short-term therapy, they help diverse clients achieve individualized goals through empathetic connection and tailored treatment strategies for children, adults, and families.
Questions
What mental health services do you offer for children?
We provide Intensive Behavioral Health Services (IBHS) for children, including play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family-based treatment through both in-office and mobile clinicians.
Do you treat substance abuse disorders?
Yes, we offer Medication-Assisted Treatment (Suboxone), addiction counseling, and behavioral therapies for opioid and alcohol use disorders with co-occurring mental health support.
Are your services available in multiple states?
We operate licensed facilities in Pennsylvania and Delaware, with telehealth services extending to India and other locations through digital platforms.
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept Medicare, Medicaid, IBC Keystone, AmeriHealth, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna Behavioral Health, and Humana insurance plans for mental health services.
How do you approach mental health treatment?
Our holistic approach combines evidence-based therapies with attention to mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, tailored to each client's unique needs and recovery goals.
Can I schedule appointments online?
Yes, our website provides online booking options for appointments with our mental health professionals in Pennsylvania and Delaware locations.
