Addiction Therapists in Frederick, MD
I specialize in addiction, life coaching, life transitions, substance use, depression, anxiety, racial identity, spirituality, and stress.
My ideal client seeks a therapist who understands the complexities of their lived experiences. They may be struggling with issues like trauma, addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, identity struggles, life transitions, existential concerns, or oppression. They would come to me because they need a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore their emotions and experiences, seeking personal growth, well-being, and fulfillment. They choose me for support in achieving a fulfilling life, recognizing my capacity to guide them through personal growth and empower them to access their transformative potential.
I specialize in addiction, life coaching, life transitions, substance use, depression, anxiety, racial identity, spirituality, and stress.
My ideal client seeks a therapist who understands the complexities of their lived experiences. They may be struggling with issues like trauma, addiction, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, identity struggles, life transitions, existential concerns, or oppression. They would come to me because they need a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore their emotions and experiences, seeking personal growth, well-being, and fulfillment. They choose me for support in achieving a fulfilling life, recognizing my capacity to guide them through personal growth and empower them to access their transformative potential.
Allied Counseling Group
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704 (Online Only)
Treatment for Internet/cyber addiction, compulsive gambling & spending, substance abuse, pornography addiction.
In crisis? I specialize in same-day phone/on-site/on-line sessions/ interventions; teens, chronic relapse, Internet/cyber addictions, co-occurring issues, trauma & failure to launch young adult & family conflicts. I am certified for evaluations, treatment, pre-employment/random drug testing. I offer indiv., group sessions, EAP, custody evaluations, case management, anger/stress management, certified domestic violence batterer's intervention counseling, alcohol/drug treatment, including SMART non-12-Step & cognitive therapies. Inpatient evals & referrals & post-discharge continuing care & family therapy targeting "failure to launch" young adult issues. Most insurance accepted.
Treatment for Internet/cyber addiction, compulsive gambling & spending, substance abuse, pornography addiction.
In crisis? I specialize in same-day phone/on-site/on-line sessions/ interventions; teens, chronic relapse, Internet/cyber addictions, co-occurring issues, trauma & failure to launch young adult & family conflicts. I am certified for evaluations, treatment, pre-employment/random drug testing. I offer indiv., group sessions, EAP, custody evaluations, case management, anger/stress management, certified domestic violence batterer's intervention counseling, alcohol/drug treatment, including SMART non-12-Step & cognitive therapies. Inpatient evals & referrals & post-discharge continuing care & family therapy targeting "failure to launch" young adult issues. Most insurance accepted.
I have specialized training in holistic interventions for substance use disorders.
I am a queer, white, cisgender psychotherapist. My practice is relational and grounded in anti-oppressive and liberatory social work perspectives. I use radical acceptance and compassionate curiosity to explore conditioning, name collective traumas from institutional and structural oppression, witness and support the multiple facets of self, and celebrate the wisdom of our minds, bodies, and spirits. I work to create a therapy space that is as fun and empowering as it is insightful and supportive.
I have specialized training in holistic interventions for substance use disorders.
I am a queer, white, cisgender psychotherapist. My practice is relational and grounded in anti-oppressive and liberatory social work perspectives. I use radical acceptance and compassionate curiosity to explore conditioning, name collective traumas from institutional and structural oppression, witness and support the multiple facets of self, and celebrate the wisdom of our minds, bodies, and spirits. I work to create a therapy space that is as fun and empowering as it is insightful and supportive.
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes unhealthy patterns and is ready to make a change, whether this is a disruption in day-to-day functioning, relationships, self-esteem, or addiction. Even if your goal isn't clear at the moment, I will help guide you along the way until you're able to see the finish line you envision. Clients should be ready to be challenged and encouraged to get outside of their comfort zone.
My ideal client would be someone who recognizes unhealthy patterns and is ready to make a change, whether this is a disruption in day-to-day functioning, relationships, self-esteem, or addiction. Even if your goal isn't clear at the moment, I will help guide you along the way until you're able to see the finish line you envision. Clients should be ready to be challenged and encouraged to get outside of their comfort zone.
Beth Frankel
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSc, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701
Trying to find a therapist who has both expertise and understands you is hard work! But finding that right fit is not optional, it is essential for you to meet your goals. Many of Beth’s clients have reported feeling more understood by her than any previous therapist. Beth skillfully balances between empathetic listening and gentle motivation to help clients change via skill use. Through working with Beth in individual therapy, many clients attest to managing their symptoms of depression, PTSD, addiction, and anxiety, and feel better equipped to tackle their life circumstances.
Trying to find a therapist who has both expertise and understands you is hard work! But finding that right fit is not optional, it is essential for you to meet your goals. Many of Beth’s clients have reported feeling more understood by her than any previous therapist. Beth skillfully balances between empathetic listening and gentle motivation to help clients change via skill use. Through working with Beth in individual therapy, many clients attest to managing their symptoms of depression, PTSD, addiction, and anxiety, and feel better equipped to tackle their life circumstances.
I specialize in adult individuals struggling with all types of issues: life transitions, depression and anxiety, addiction, bi-polar, OCD, and more. I enjoy working with people from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. I employ a psychodynamic framework with most of my clients, however, I utilizes many cognitive-behavioral techniques and principles, as well. I especially enjoy the integration of Christian spirituality and psychology, though I welcome any one from any background. I believe that who we are is formed in relationship, so healing comes through (the therapeutic) relationship.
I specialize in adult individuals struggling with all types of issues: life transitions, depression and anxiety, addiction, bi-polar, OCD, and more. I enjoy working with people from a variety of cultures and backgrounds. I employ a psychodynamic framework with most of my clients, however, I utilizes many cognitive-behavioral techniques and principles, as well. I especially enjoy the integration of Christian spirituality and psychology, though I welcome any one from any background. I believe that who we are is formed in relationship, so healing comes through (the therapeutic) relationship.
Anna K Soisson
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CSC-AD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704
I am a licensed professional counselor and certified addictions counselor and have worked with adults and adolescents since 1997. My current and former experience has taken place in various locations including high schools, colleges, outpatient substance abuse rehabilitation, and both group and individual private practices. Whether you are working through a tough situation or wish to explore patterns that create difficulties, we will collaborate using curiosity and compassion to gain a better understanding of your story and your strengths.
I am a licensed professional counselor and certified addictions counselor and have worked with adults and adolescents since 1997. My current and former experience has taken place in various locations including high schools, colleges, outpatient substance abuse rehabilitation, and both group and individual private practices. Whether you are working through a tough situation or wish to explore patterns that create difficulties, we will collaborate using curiosity and compassion to gain a better understanding of your story and your strengths.
Mary Catherine Donahue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, NBCCH, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21704 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with individuals in recovery from substance use, those who have faced personal loss in life or are struggling with life transitions and are seeking a place of peace. At the initial interview, we will jointly set treatment goals and determine the course to achieve those goals. In sessions, neuroscience informed skills are utilized to activate and heal emotional pain, examine obstructive thinking and barriers to growth, determine more supportive self choices, increase self and other awareness and to ultimately bring about greater presence, joy and calmness in life.
I specialize in working with individuals in recovery from substance use, those who have faced personal loss in life or are struggling with life transitions and are seeking a place of peace. At the initial interview, we will jointly set treatment goals and determine the course to achieve those goals. In sessions, neuroscience informed skills are utilized to activate and heal emotional pain, examine obstructive thinking and barriers to growth, determine more supportive self choices, increase self and other awareness and to ultimately bring about greater presence, joy and calmness in life.
Cara Donnelly-Justus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
I work with teens and adults with anxiety, depression, mood regulation, symptoms of PTSD/CPTSD, family challenges, and those who are in recovery from substance use.
Reaching out to begin therapy can be both overwhelming and a hopeful time to begin something new. A time to create change in your relationships, work functioning, or day to day life. I take a holistic approach to therapy work and seek to understand each person within their environment, which allows us to work collaboratively on changes that feel attainable and sustainable. I like to start a session by offering a cup of coffee (or drink of your choice!) and sit down in open conversation steered by your needs at that moment. Laughter, tears, grief, and joy are some of the many welcomed and honored emotions in the therapeutic space.
I work with teens and adults with anxiety, depression, mood regulation, symptoms of PTSD/CPTSD, family challenges, and those who are in recovery from substance use.
Reaching out to begin therapy can be both overwhelming and a hopeful time to begin something new. A time to create change in your relationships, work functioning, or day to day life. I take a holistic approach to therapy work and seek to understand each person within their environment, which allows us to work collaboratively on changes that feel attainable and sustainable. I like to start a session by offering a cup of coffee (or drink of your choice!) and sit down in open conversation steered by your needs at that moment. Laughter, tears, grief, and joy are some of the many welcomed and honored emotions in the therapeutic space.
I love working with those who identify in the LGBTQAI+ community, veterans, teens, those who struggle with substance use, and BIPOC.
“You can’t change what’s going on around you until you start changing what’s going on inside you” -Inky Johnson. After serving in The United States Army, I earned a master’s degree in Psychology with a track in Addiction from Purdue University Global in 2018. I completed additional course work at Capella University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
I love working with those who identify in the LGBTQAI+ community, veterans, teens, those who struggle with substance use, and BIPOC.
“You can’t change what’s going on around you until you start changing what’s going on inside you” -Inky Johnson. After serving in The United States Army, I earned a master’s degree in Psychology with a track in Addiction from Purdue University Global in 2018. I completed additional course work at Capella University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling.
Laurie R. LaFollette
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
Complex trauma. Mental health. Dual diagnosis. Addiction to substances and/or behavioral addictions. Do you feel like you can relate to these struggles? Trauma is often the core problem to many struggles that individuals are experiencing. During therapy, I will provide a safe place for us to process trauma and work towards a place of post-traumatic growth. For over 20 years, I have dedicated my working career to the fields of medical, legal, and law enforcement. I have been a therapist since 2018, and specialize in working with the military, first responders (EMS, Firefighters, Law Enforcement), and all community populations.
Complex trauma. Mental health. Dual diagnosis. Addiction to substances and/or behavioral addictions. Do you feel like you can relate to these struggles? Trauma is often the core problem to many struggles that individuals are experiencing. During therapy, I will provide a safe place for us to process trauma and work towards a place of post-traumatic growth. For over 20 years, I have dedicated my working career to the fields of medical, legal, and law enforcement. I have been a therapist since 2018, and specialize in working with the military, first responders (EMS, Firefighters, Law Enforcement), and all community populations.
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Donna Stefanick - Coming Home Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
My name is Donna Stefanick, and it's my privilege to guide you on a path that, although challenging, is teeming with hope and transformation. I bring an expansive background in facilitating healing and growth for those navigating the complexities of addiction and recovery. I'm deeply committed to ensuring that your journey with me is not just about healing but about rediscovering your strength and potential in a supportive and understanding environment.
My name is Donna Stefanick, and it's my privilege to guide you on a path that, although challenging, is teeming with hope and transformation. I bring an expansive background in facilitating healing and growth for those navigating the complexities of addiction and recovery. I'm deeply committed to ensuring that your journey with me is not just about healing but about rediscovering your strength and potential in a supportive and understanding environment.
I’ve worked with men, women, children, couples and first-time parents; as well as incarcerated individuals and those who have struggled with substance abuse issues.
It can be challenging to get started looking for a therapist. Meeting with someone who is unknown to you, to share your most intimate fears, memories and concerns, is not something that most people rush toward. However, life is full of difficulties and often our lives reach a point, where it may be helpful to work through conflicts with someone, who can help make sense of it all. Meeting with a therapist who has worked with clients from many walks of life and who can understand, relate to and establish a comfortable connection with, is important.
I’ve worked with men, women, children, couples and first-time parents; as well as incarcerated individuals and those who have struggled with substance abuse issues.
It can be challenging to get started looking for a therapist. Meeting with someone who is unknown to you, to share your most intimate fears, memories and concerns, is not something that most people rush toward. However, life is full of difficulties and often our lives reach a point, where it may be helpful to work through conflicts with someone, who can help make sense of it all. Meeting with a therapist who has worked with clients from many walks of life and who can understand, relate to and establish a comfortable connection with, is important.
Randy Snoots is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who has over 6 years of experience working in the mental health field. Randy specializes in treating adults and seniors who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and addiction. Randy completed his Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Salisbury University. He tries not to limit his approach, as each client is different, but tends to start with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a motivational interviewing mindset.
Randy Snoots is a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) who has over 6 years of experience working in the mental health field. Randy specializes in treating adults and seniors who are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and addiction. Randy completed his Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) at Salisbury University. He tries not to limit his approach, as each client is different, but tends to start with cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and a motivational interviewing mindset.
Lorena Ripoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, SRT
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21702 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Asking for help is not easy. It takes an immense amount of courage to step into a stranger's office and share your story with them. As a therapist, earning my client's trust and working with them to find solutions that can improve their life is a great honor. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a range of issues including sexual addiction, couples and family conflict, developmental disabilities, codependency, anxiety, and depression.
Asking for help is not easy. It takes an immense amount of courage to step into a stranger's office and share your story with them. As a therapist, earning my client's trust and working with them to find solutions that can improve their life is a great honor. I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a range of issues including sexual addiction, couples and family conflict, developmental disabilities, codependency, anxiety, and depression.
Tina M Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, LCSW
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21701 (Online Only)
Tina Allen is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of clinical experience in leadership, counseling and assisting men, women and children impacted by mental health, trauma and addiction. In the past, Tina has served as the lead supervisor at a well known outpatient behavioral health agency in WDC for the development and implementation of an innovative co-occurring disorder research project funded by the West family and partnered with Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center where she help to contribute to the success of over 100 consumers overcoming their addiction and improving their mental health symptoms.
Tina Allen is a licensed clinical social worker with 26 years of clinical experience in leadership, counseling and assisting men, women and children impacted by mental health, trauma and addiction. In the past, Tina has served as the lead supervisor at a well known outpatient behavioral health agency in WDC for the development and implementation of an innovative co-occurring disorder research project funded by the West family and partnered with Dartmouth Psychiatric Research Center where she help to contribute to the success of over 100 consumers overcoming their addiction and improving their mental health symptoms.
Most of my clients have had addiction issues. I have learned that many people become addicted because they have had very painful experiences in their lives. Often those painful experiences are related to their substance use. Using drugs or alcohol helps ease the pain of their most painful memories. Unfortunately, using creates a whole host of other problems as well. Therapy can help identify, address, and potentially resolve those issues without drugs. EMDR therapy in particular has been shown to help greatly in reducing the pain of our most painful memories. I offer a friendly, nonjudgmental attitude to users, friends, and family.
Most of my clients have had addiction issues. I have learned that many people become addicted because they have had very painful experiences in their lives. Often those painful experiences are related to their substance use. Using drugs or alcohol helps ease the pain of their most painful memories. Unfortunately, using creates a whole host of other problems as well. Therapy can help identify, address, and potentially resolve those issues without drugs. EMDR therapy in particular has been shown to help greatly in reducing the pain of our most painful memories. I offer a friendly, nonjudgmental attitude to users, friends, and family.
Choosing a therapist is an important decision. Thank you for your consideration and I hope that we have an opportunity to work together. I believe that all of us have unique strengths and potential. Psychotherapy offers clients the opportunity to utilize these strengths to overcome a variety of life's challenges. These challenges may include anxiety, depression, addiction, career stress, relationship issues, and family conflict. I believe that clients gain the most from therapy when they work hard to explore thoughts and patterns of behavior that might be holding them back.
Choosing a therapist is an important decision. Thank you for your consideration and I hope that we have an opportunity to work together. I believe that all of us have unique strengths and potential. Psychotherapy offers clients the opportunity to utilize these strengths to overcome a variety of life's challenges. These challenges may include anxiety, depression, addiction, career stress, relationship issues, and family conflict. I believe that clients gain the most from therapy when they work hard to explore thoughts and patterns of behavior that might be holding them back.
Scott Kampschaefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frederick, MD 21702
Do you feel like you are continually battling uphill due to depression, anxiety, trauma, or sexual addiction issues and it seems like nothing you do helps? Do you have childhood issues that keep seem to always be coming back to haunt you or your relationships? If so, I can help you by showing you how to recover from these and help unlock energy that gets trapped inside yourself and help you be a the most functional person you can. I use a combination of methods to help get your brain and mind to work for you rather than against you, and am a certified EMDR practitioner.
Do you feel like you are continually battling uphill due to depression, anxiety, trauma, or sexual addiction issues and it seems like nothing you do helps? Do you have childhood issues that keep seem to always be coming back to haunt you or your relationships? If so, I can help you by showing you how to recover from these and help unlock energy that gets trapped inside yourself and help you be a the most functional person you can. I use a combination of methods to help get your brain and mind to work for you rather than against you, and am a certified EMDR practitioner.
Reaching Infinity Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21702 (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping others and I am committed to the therapeutic journey. I can be your guide in the journey of self improvement. My professional and life experiences allow me to have a unique perspective of helping and treating mental health disorders. With years of experience in mental health and substance use treatment, I use an eclectic approach and I trained in various cutting edge techniques. I work with people suffering from depressive disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other acute disorders I'm currently taking clients and I can be contacted through phone or email.
I have a passion for helping others and I am committed to the therapeutic journey. I can be your guide in the journey of self improvement. My professional and life experiences allow me to have a unique perspective of helping and treating mental health disorders. With years of experience in mental health and substance use treatment, I use an eclectic approach and I trained in various cutting edge techniques. I work with people suffering from depressive disorders, anxiety, trauma, and other acute disorders I'm currently taking clients and I can be contacted through phone or email.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.