Philly Family Life Counseling, Dr. Eugene G. Devers

11/12/2025

Group therapy plays a pivotal part in providing a supportive environment where you can share experiences, learn from others, and build lasting connections. Learn more about how group therapy can play a role in addiction recovery in our blog.

10/22/2025

When you lose a loved one, working through grief can feel unending, but it’s important to remember that we all process loss in different ways. If you feel like grief is taking over your life and are having trouble coping with loss, it may be time to seek more professional help.

Losing a loved one is never easy. Whether expected or sudden, the death of someone close to us can affect us greatly. Everyone experiences grief differently, but in the wake of loss, grief doesn’t have to control your life. While coping with loss can feel daunting, relying on a few self-care tacti...

10/08/2025

If you’ve been considering trying therapy but have been hesitating to schedule an appointment, it may be the result of some misconceptions you have about professional counseling. But there are many benefits to counseling that can break the stigma around therapy:

When it comes to treating mental health, for many, the idea of trying therapy can feel daunting. The stigma surrounding therapy has been fueled by many myths, like how therapy is only for people who need to treat severe mental illness. While therapy can certainly help those who need treatment for il...

09/24/2025

Managing your mental health and addiction together can feel overwhelming, but treatment is possible. At Philly Family Life Counseling, LLC, Dr. Devers and Associates are qualified to treat dual diagnosis. PFLC offers a variety of mental health counseling services, as well as addiction counseling, support groups, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.

If you struggle with addiction, you know that substance abuse and other mental health issues can sometimes go hand-in-hand. People with a substance use disorder (SUD) may have other mental health disorders, and people with mental health disorders may also struggle with substance use. When mental hea...

09/10/2025

Finding ways to manage your anxiety can feel difficult, but more and more, people are turning to holistic approaches of managing mental health like anxiety, such as therapy, CBD treatment, and meditation.

If you struggle with anxiety, you may have tried a variety of treatment and coping methods, including prescription medication. Finding ways to manage your anxiety can feel difficult, but more and more, people are turning to holistic approaches of managing mental health like anxiety, such as therapy,...

08/20/2025

Addiction comes in many forms, from substance abuse to behavioral addictions, such as gambling or excessive eating. But how do you know what’s addiction and what’s not? Dr. Gene Devers and Associates at Philly Family Life Counseling, LLC, can help you identify a few common symptoms of addiction that might suggest you or a loved one should consider seeking help:

Addiction is a complex and lifelong condition that can impact your life in major ways. What often starts as a pleasurable hobby or activity can sometimes develop into a compulsive need. Addiction looks different on everyone, and although it can be difficult to gauge when someone has developed an add...

08/06/2025

Finding a therapist that’s a good match can be tough, but Philly Family Life Counseling, LLC is here with some tips on how to find a therapist for depression.

If you struggle with depression, then you know seeking help can sometimes feel daunting. However, if your depression is making it hard to function in your daily life, it’s time to consider therapy. A therapist can help you understand what you’re feeling, as well as equip you with the tools you n...

07/23/2025

Communication is one of the biggest foundations in a marriage or relationship, but opening yourself up to vulnerability with your partner can feel difficult some days. If you’re experiencing difficulty initiating healthy communication in marriage or in your relationship, it may be time to try marriage counseling.

Communication is one of the biggest foundations in a marriage or relationship, but opening yourself up to vulnerability with anyone, even your partner, can be difficult some days; you might not even know where to start. If you’re experiencing difficulty initiating healthy communication in marriage...