History
Our History LWCC was inspired by a diverse group of professional individuals in the Pioneer Valley with concerns of the shortage of clinical professionals and organizations specializing in co-occurring mental health and substance abuse needs. A specific social problem was identified as the growing opioid crisis in this and surrounding communities. The founder of LWCC, Frank H. Wotton III, had been collaborating with Doctors and organizations that pioneered Medically Assisted Treatment (MAT) for opioid dependence and other addictions for two years until opening in 2012, learning the science of treating such needs with a partial agonist agent (Suboxone) and full antagonist agent (Naltrexone) treatments. In 2009 there were approximately 150 individuals treated with Suboxone in the greater Springfield area due to restrictions of 30 patients per provider and only a few providers. Frank Wotton's private practice, Wotton, Desgres & Affiliates began to host frequent round table educat
Specialties
A Holistic Evidence-Based Treatment Model Seasoned Expertise in both Mental Health and Addictions from a Holistic Model of Development / Change with Mind, Body & SpiritOur mission is to Counsel, Coach & Advocate adults facing intensive emotional stress, using evidence based treatment models. Supportive