Drew D. Breznitsky, MA, HS-BCP, LMHC

Founder | Chief Clinical Officer | Primary Therapist 

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Drew D. Breznitsky is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Human Services Board Certified Practitioner, Certified Dialectical Behavioral Therapist, and EMDR-trained clinician with over 12 years of experience in behavioral health. He holds dual bachelor’s degrees in Psychology and Human Services, as well as Master’s degrees in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage & Family Therapy.

 

Drew specializes in complex trauma, personality disorders, high-acuity mental health conditions, addictions, adolescents, and family systems. His clinical approach integrates evidence-based modalities—including CBT, DBT, EMDR, trauma-informed care, family systems theory, and addiction-focused interventions—within a person-centered framework that promotes stabilization, recovery, and long-term resilience.

 

In addition to his clinical practice, Drew is a Qualified Expert Witness in mental health and substance use across Florida, Tennessee, Montana, and Pennsylvania, providing professional consultation and testimony to courts, attorneys, and treatment providers. He is also a Certified Critical Incident Responder and has extensive experience serving underserved and vulnerable populations, including unaccompanied youth, adolescents in foster care, and survivors of human trafficking.

 

Most recently, Drew and his team developed Beachside Recovery Center for Trauma and Anxiety, a daily outpatient Dialectical Behavioral Therapy program featuring an interdisciplinary team focused on complex trauma, associated personality traits, and high-acuity mental health for adolescents and adults.

 

Through his clinical expertise, systemic insight, and compassionate engagement, Drew guides individuals, families, and communities toward recovery, resilience, and meaningful growth.

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Areas of Specialization:

​Substance Use Disorders

Opioid Use Disorder & Medication Assisted Treatment

Mental Health and Substance Use Related Interaction with the Legal System, Criminal Justice Population, & Assimilation

At-Risk-Youth

Stigma, Guilt, & Shame

Emotional, Behavioral, and Psychosocial Resilience

Mood Disorders, Depression, & Bipolar Disorder
Anxiety and Panic Disorders
Adult and Adolescent Trauma and Stress Related Disorders
Borderline Personality Disorder

Narcissistic Personality Disorder
Grief, Complex Bereavement, & Loss
Relationship & Communication Problems

Family Systems & Blended Families

Group Psychotherapy and Group Psychoeducation
Chronic Illness
General Stress & Wellness

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Treatment Modalities:

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Humanistic / Person-Centered Therapy

Narrative Therapy

Gestalt Therapy

Family Systems Theory
Psychodynamic & Analytical Psychotherapy

Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT)

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR) 
Mindfulness
Solution Focused Brief Therapy

Sand Tray Therapy

Play Therapy

Surf Therapy

Animal Assisted Therapy