Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) • LADC-I • CADC II • Accepting New Clients
Professional Counseling, Evaluations & Court-Mandated Services
Founded by Christopher T. Garriga, M.Ed, LMHC, LADC-I, CADC II, the practice works with individuals seeking personal growth, recovery support, behavioral change, and compliance with court or probation requirements.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor • Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor-I • NACATP Qualified Provider
CTG Counseling Services provides professional counseling, mental health evaluations, substance abuse services, and court-mandated programs through compassionate, evidence-based care.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC)
Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor-I (LADC-I)
CADC II Certified
NACATP Qualified Provider
Veteran-Owned Practice
Evidence-Based Counseling
Court-Mandated Program Provider
MassHealth Accepted for Eligible Therapy Services
Experienced Mental Health & Court-Mandated Counseling Support
Court-mandated counseling classes are structured counseling and educational services designed for individuals who have been referred by a court, probation department, attorney, employer, or other agency. These services are intended to help individuals address emotional, behavioral, substance-related, or personal challenges while also meeting legal, professional, or court-related requirements. In many cases, counseling services may include evaluations, individualized treatment planning, therapy support, and educational guidance focused on helping clients make healthier decisions and develop more productive coping strategies.
CTG Counseling Services, court-mandated counseling is approached with professionalism, compassion, and respect. Services are provided by Christopher T. Garriga, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Alcohol & Drug Counselor-I with experience in mental health counseling, substance use disorders, behavioral support, and outpatient therapy services. The practice works collaboratively with clients to help them better understand personal challenges, improve emotional wellness, strengthen communication skills, develop accountability, and work toward meaningful long-term outcomes. Counseling and therapy services are tailored to each individual’s circumstances, goals, and treatment needs in a supportive and nonjudgmental environment.
Court-mandated counseling services may benefit individuals who are seeking support with emotional regulation, behavioral concerns, stress, substance-related issues, relationship difficulties, or other life challenges. While some individuals participate to fulfill court or probation requirements, many also discover personal benefits through counseling and therapy, including improved coping skills, healthier communication, increased self-awareness, emotional growth, and greater stability in everyday life. CTG Counseling Services strives to provide a safe and confidential environment where clients can receive guidance, education, therapeutic support, and professional care while working toward positive change and personal growth.
Counseling, Evaluations & Educational Programs
CTG Counseling Services provides professional counseling, evaluations, and court-mandated educational services in a respectful and supportive environment.
Founded in 2016 by Christopher T. Garriga, M.Ed., LADC‑1, a licensed mental health counselor and substance use disorder specialist, CTG Counseling is recognized by the National Association of Court Approved Treatment Providers (NACATP). Our practice delivers professional evaluations, structured classes, and individualized therapy — all with the goal of helping clients move forward with confidence.
Christopher provides counseling, evaluations, outpatient therapy, and court-mandated services for individuals referred by courts, probation departments, attorneys, employers, agencies, and self-referrals.
As a qualified provider through the National Association of Court Approved Treatment Providers (NACATP), CTG Counseling Services offers structured educational classes, evaluations, and treatment-focused support designed to help clients work toward positive outcomes and accountability.
Christopher earned a Master’s Degree in Education with honors in Counseling Psychology from Cambridge College and a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth.
In addition to his counseling background, Christopher proudly served as a Medical Supply Specialist in the United States Army and is an honorably discharged veteran.
CTG Counseling Services works collaboratively with clients to create individualized treatment plans focused on growth, emotional wellness, recovery, and long-term success.
Christopher T. Garriga
I currently have over 20 years experience working in the human services field. I have over 14 years experience working with youth. I have over 12 years experience working as a therapist. I’ve been in private practice now since 2016. I currently hold an LMHC, and advanced certification in SUD’s
Therapies & Counseling Types
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Types of Clients We Work With
Court-Referred Clients
Probation & Legal Referrals
Individuals Seeking Therapy
Families & Parents
Substance Use Recovery Support
Self-Referred Clients
Professional Court-Ordered Counseling Classes & Mental Health Support
When individuals are facing legal requirements, emotional struggles, substance use concerns, or behavioral challenges, having the right support system can make a meaningful difference. CTG Counseling Services provides professional court-ordered counseling classes, evaluations, outpatient therapy, and behavioral health services in a respectful and supportive environment. Led by Christopher T. Garriga, M.Ed, LMHC, LADC-I, CADC II, the practice combines evidence-based counseling approaches with years of clinical and human services experience to help clients work toward accountability, recovery, emotional wellness, and personal growth. Clients are treated with compassion, professionalism, and unconditional positive regard throughout every stage of the process.
CTG Counseling Services works collaboratively with individuals, couples, families, court-referred clients, probation referrals, and self-referred individuals seeking guidance and support. Services include anger management classes, batterer’s intervention programs, parenting classes, substance abuse education, mental health evaluations, and outpatient therapy tailored to each client’s goals and circumstances. Through structured treatment planning, counseling support, and practical goal-oriented strategies, CTG Counseling Services strives to help clients build healthier coping skills, improve decision-making, and create positive long-term outcomes in both their personal lives and recovery journey.
WHY CHOOSE US
Start Moving Forward with Professional Support
Professional counseling, court-ordered classes, evaluations, and therapy services designed to help you move forward with confidence in a supportive and confidential environment.
FAQ's
Frequently Asked QuestionsCourt-ordered counseling classes are structured educational or counseling programs required by a court, probation department, or legal authority. These services may include anger management, substance abuse education, batterer’s intervention, parenting classes, or behavioral counseling.
Yes. CTG Counseling Services provides professional evaluations for anger management, substance abuse, mental health concerns, batterer’s intervention programs, and other court-related services.
Yes. Eligible participants who successfully complete required services may receive certificates of completion and related documentation.
Yes. CTG Counseling Services also provides outpatient individual mental health therapy and counseling services tailored to each client’s needs and goals.
MassHealth is accepted for eligible individual mental health therapy services.
Client confidentiality and privacy are respected in accordance with professional and legal standards.
Certain counseling and therapy services may be available through telehealth for added convenience and accessibility.
Yes. CTG Counseling Services works with both court-referred and self-referred individuals seeking counseling, therapy, evaluations, or educational support services.
Who We Help
CTG Counseling Services works with individuals from many different backgrounds and circumstances, including those seeking voluntary support and those referred through professional agencies or legal systems.
Court-Referred Clients
Individuals referred by courts for evaluations, educational programs, counseling, or treatment-related services.
Probation & Legal Referrals
Clients referred through probation departments, attorneys, and legal professionals requiring structured services and documentation.
Individuals Seeking Therapy
People seeking support for mental health concerns, emotional wellness, stress management, recovery support, and personal growth.
Families & Parents
Clients seeking parenting education, healthier communication strategies, and family-related support services.
Substance Use Recovery Support
Individuals seeking substance abuse evaluations, education classes, recovery guidance, or outpatient counseling services.
Self-Referred Clients
Individuals proactively seeking counseling, accountability support, or educational services without a formal referral.
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