Substance Use Therapists in Belmont, CA
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I am a psychologist with 25 years of experience helping individuals lead more fulfilled and balanced lives. I work collaboratively with adults, and teens/kids to see how we may uncover a more meaningful and less stressful life. I am committed to assisting people in finding tools to help them figure out what is getting in their way. I also suggest tools to use outside of session. I am a co-founder of Potrero Hill Psychotherapy which operated for 20 years. Psychotherapy is usually once per week and I offer a complimentary 20 minute phone consultation to see if there is a good fit between psychologist and client.
I am a psychologist with 25 years of experience helping individuals lead more fulfilled and balanced lives. I work collaboratively with adults, and teens/kids to see how we may uncover a more meaningful and less stressful life. I am committed to assisting people in finding tools to help them figure out what is getting in their way. I also suggest tools to use outside of session. I am a co-founder of Potrero Hill Psychotherapy which operated for 20 years. Psychotherapy is usually once per week and I offer a complimentary 20 minute phone consultation to see if there is a good fit between psychologist and client.
![Photo of Sarah Boro, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ed808521-1aa2-4bab-8be9-193963a0ce00/1/320x400.jpeg)
How ever you managed to stumble upon my profile, I am so glad you are here and admire you for making your mental health a priority- that's legit. Now, I'll give you a quick snapshot of my style, skillset, and what I offer. Empathic by nature, I am passionate about the well-being of my clients and will work alongside you to achieve your mental health goals. I work with individuals of all ages, but I tend to see many children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
How ever you managed to stumble upon my profile, I am so glad you are here and admire you for making your mental health a priority- that's legit. Now, I'll give you a quick snapshot of my style, skillset, and what I offer. Empathic by nature, I am passionate about the well-being of my clients and will work alongside you to achieve your mental health goals. I work with individuals of all ages, but I tend to see many children, adolescents, and young adults struggling with anxiety, depression, and other mood disorders.
Steven Hobbs
Psychologist, PhD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Belmont, CA 94002
Waitlist for new clients
Each meeting expands my approach to finding solutions to human problems. It's my pleasure to help people enhance their quality of life, improve stress management skills, and renew their emotional resilience, whether the challenge is one of relationship, health, or performance. I have skills in cognitive and health psychology, biofeedback, and hypnosis to aid in rapid progress toward goals. Learning how to quickly gain self-control of one's mind and body easily increases confidence and improves mood. Because I'm focused and active in my work, clients often find my approach refreshing and rewarding.
Each meeting expands my approach to finding solutions to human problems. It's my pleasure to help people enhance their quality of life, improve stress management skills, and renew their emotional resilience, whether the challenge is one of relationship, health, or performance. I have skills in cognitive and health psychology, biofeedback, and hypnosis to aid in rapid progress toward goals. Learning how to quickly gain self-control of one's mind and body easily increases confidence and improves mood. Because I'm focused and active in my work, clients often find my approach refreshing and rewarding.
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I am passionate about helping through assessment. Assessments are designed to understand learning profiles, as well as to differentiate between issues (such as anxiety and inattention) and document eligibility to accommodations on standardized testing and in school. I can help with full assessments for attention, learning differences, autism, and psychological concerns. Boutique and a-la-carte testing is also available and often indicated for giftedness or as a screening to determine whether further assessment is needed. I have over 25 years of experience and can apply that expertise to devising a battery tailored to your needs.
I am passionate about helping through assessment. Assessments are designed to understand learning profiles, as well as to differentiate between issues (such as anxiety and inattention) and document eligibility to accommodations on standardized testing and in school. I can help with full assessments for attention, learning differences, autism, and psychological concerns. Boutique and a-la-carte testing is also available and often indicated for giftedness or as a screening to determine whether further assessment is needed. I have over 25 years of experience and can apply that expertise to devising a battery tailored to your needs.
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Making the decision to see a therapist is not an easy one, and it often takes a fair amount of courage to do so. For those who decide that therapy is appropriate, the outcome can be positive, bringing them more intimacy and fulfillment. Therapy provides the opportunity to improve communication, reduce stress, anxiety and anger, and improve the most important relationship we have....the one we have with ourselves.
Making the decision to see a therapist is not an easy one, and it often takes a fair amount of courage to do so. For those who decide that therapy is appropriate, the outcome can be positive, bringing them more intimacy and fulfillment. Therapy provides the opportunity to improve communication, reduce stress, anxiety and anger, and improve the most important relationship we have....the one we have with ourselves.
![Photo of Greg Galati, MA, MFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f21de40-47f1-4f6b-a53a-481f9caae4ed/2/320x400.jpeg)
I share your hope that, with skillful support, you can work through difficulties in your personal life, or with your spouse or partner. I bring a warm, caring and interactive style to our meetings and offer sensitive, skilled and compassionate guidance. I find that putting clients at ease and making a positive connection is the first step to working as a powerful client-therapist team to achieve the gains you seek. Together, we can view problems not as failings but as opportunities for personal growth and learning.
I share your hope that, with skillful support, you can work through difficulties in your personal life, or with your spouse or partner. I bring a warm, caring and interactive style to our meetings and offer sensitive, skilled and compassionate guidance. I find that putting clients at ease and making a positive connection is the first step to working as a powerful client-therapist team to achieve the gains you seek. Together, we can view problems not as failings but as opportunities for personal growth and learning.
![Photo of Amanda Castro, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3d84773b-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
I enjoy working with tweens, adolescents, adults, and families at all different stages in their lives. I am a licensed psychologist who received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a doctorate from the California Institute of Integral Studies. I have worked extensively with both youth and adults with a wide variety of presenting problems and mental health issues. My approach to therapy is integrative drawing on client-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, attachment, and family systems models. I conduct individual therapy for adults and for youth along w/family sessions w/their parents as well as parenting support.
I enjoy working with tweens, adolescents, adults, and families at all different stages in their lives. I am a licensed psychologist who received my undergraduate degree from Stanford University and a doctorate from the California Institute of Integral Studies. I have worked extensively with both youth and adults with a wide variety of presenting problems and mental health issues. My approach to therapy is integrative drawing on client-centered, psychodynamic, CBT, attachment, and family systems models. I conduct individual therapy for adults and for youth along w/family sessions w/their parents as well as parenting support.
![Photo of Carol Jaron, MS, MFT, CHT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3b553c19-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Your mind and body make a powerful, interwoven pair. Is your body expressing what the thoughts are repressing? Easing and gently lifting your sense of heaviness from anxiety, depression, grief, isolation and emptiness of spirit can be closer than you ever believed! Let me guide you to the other side of "stuck" in your personal and professional relationships, emotions, body issues, and success. When we are in a session all the focus is on being fully present for,and deeply listening to you, offering a clear, kind and soothing direction, towards releasing unhealthy thought patterns by integrating with body feelings.
Your mind and body make a powerful, interwoven pair. Is your body expressing what the thoughts are repressing? Easing and gently lifting your sense of heaviness from anxiety, depression, grief, isolation and emptiness of spirit can be closer than you ever believed! Let me guide you to the other side of "stuck" in your personal and professional relationships, emotions, body issues, and success. When we are in a session all the focus is on being fully present for,and deeply listening to you, offering a clear, kind and soothing direction, towards releasing unhealthy thought patterns by integrating with body feelings.
![Photo of Tanya T Wiser, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5af6a2cb-f28b-4280-8800-00e074023fc9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Do you wish you were more present for life, yourself, and the people you love? Would you like to be free from negative thoughts, old wounds, and past trauma? Do you feel like you are making life more complicated, conflicted, or painful than easeful, calm, and connected? Is it hard for you to feel self-compassion? Is past trauma haunting you and disrupting your ability to live the life you want? Would you like help, tools, and the support you need to be able to turn toward your difficulties with mindfulness, kindness, and clarity? Do you want to pause more, reflect and show up for life with compassion, integrity, and wisdom?
Do you wish you were more present for life, yourself, and the people you love? Would you like to be free from negative thoughts, old wounds, and past trauma? Do you feel like you are making life more complicated, conflicted, or painful than easeful, calm, and connected? Is it hard for you to feel self-compassion? Is past trauma haunting you and disrupting your ability to live the life you want? Would you like help, tools, and the support you need to be able to turn toward your difficulties with mindfulness, kindness, and clarity? Do you want to pause more, reflect and show up for life with compassion, integrity, and wisdom?
![Photo of Christina Vasquez-Leiva, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/9b4d0118-741a-4c12-97d8-12a58034e2da/5/320x400.jpeg)
Christina Vasquez-Leiva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Belmont, CA 94002 (Online Only)
Have you ever felt alone in a crowded room? Had an overwhelming feeling of wanting to cry, but not really sure why? Thoughts and worries that keep you up at night? You are not alone, many of us struggle with depression and anxiety in our everyday lives. These struggles might cause us to not perform our best at work, keep us from concentrating in school and cause us to say things that we don’t mean to the ones that we love. I can help you identify what you want to improve in your life and create a safe space for you to be able to overcome the barriers preventing you from succeeding.
Have you ever felt alone in a crowded room? Had an overwhelming feeling of wanting to cry, but not really sure why? Thoughts and worries that keep you up at night? You are not alone, many of us struggle with depression and anxiety in our everyday lives. These struggles might cause us to not perform our best at work, keep us from concentrating in school and cause us to say things that we don’t mean to the ones that we love. I can help you identify what you want to improve in your life and create a safe space for you to be able to overcome the barriers preventing you from succeeding.
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Zi Zheng
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Belmont, CA 94002 (Online Only)
Do you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, or uncertain about the future? Do you feel overwhelmed by life transitions? Do conflicts with loved ones feel like walking on eggshells? Maybe you're trying to find your voice again after a breakup or career change. Together, we can create a safe space for you to explore your emotions and develop deep self-awareness, empowering you to overcome life’s challenges. You will discover the tools and abilities to voice your needs and navigate resentments and conflicts with others.
Do you feel stressed, anxious, depressed, or uncertain about the future? Do you feel overwhelmed by life transitions? Do conflicts with loved ones feel like walking on eggshells? Maybe you're trying to find your voice again after a breakup or career change. Together, we can create a safe space for you to explore your emotions and develop deep self-awareness, empowering you to overcome life’s challenges. You will discover the tools and abilities to voice your needs and navigate resentments and conflicts with others.
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Nathaniel Pyzik
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Belmont, CA 94002
Nathaniel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/movement therapy uses dance and movement to help explore and express thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Nathaniel also uses a person-centered approach and draws from a variety of techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and existential therapy. Through the collaborative and creative process of therapy, clients can learn to express themselves authentically, improve self-awareness, and create meaningful relationships with themselves and others.
Nathaniel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist. Dance/movement therapy uses dance and movement to help explore and express thoughts, feelings, and behavior. Nathaniel also uses a person-centered approach and draws from a variety of techniques, including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and existential therapy. Through the collaborative and creative process of therapy, clients can learn to express themselves authentically, improve self-awareness, and create meaningful relationships with themselves and others.
![Photo of Vanessa Krause, MS, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d0be435-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Our world can be pretty hectic, especially here in the Bay Area. We all experience stress from external and internal pressures and obstacles. Life can feel overwhelming which leads our body and mind to shut down and/or lash out in various ways. We feel stuck because we are drowning in intense emotions and stressful events and we don’t know how to get to the surface and catch a breath. As a result we miss out on the joys of life as we cannot fully experience happiness with the weight of everything we need to get done or everything we need to do to meet everyone’s (even our own) expectations.
Our world can be pretty hectic, especially here in the Bay Area. We all experience stress from external and internal pressures and obstacles. Life can feel overwhelming which leads our body and mind to shut down and/or lash out in various ways. We feel stuck because we are drowning in intense emotions and stressful events and we don’t know how to get to the surface and catch a breath. As a result we miss out on the joys of life as we cannot fully experience happiness with the weight of everything we need to get done or everything we need to do to meet everyone’s (even our own) expectations.
![Photo of Kari Wolman Killianey, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5293b4fd-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and action-oriented. I practice evidence-based treatments, including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Cultivating compassion-and mindfulness of the present moment-can help you learn to face the challenges in your life with courage, wisdom, and kindness, improve well-being and life satisfaction, and establish more compassionate relationships with yourself and others. I can also help you regulate emotions, change how you relate with your thoughts, and build new healthier behaviors.
My approach to therapy is collaborative, non-judgmental, and action-oriented. I practice evidence-based treatments, including Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT), as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Cultivating compassion-and mindfulness of the present moment-can help you learn to face the challenges in your life with courage, wisdom, and kindness, improve well-being and life satisfaction, and establish more compassionate relationships with yourself and others. I can also help you regulate emotions, change how you relate with your thoughts, and build new healthier behaviors.
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I welcome individuals, families and adolescents to my private practice. A few of my specialties: Standard EMDR therapy protocols to resolve trauma and other related symptoms; Teaching coping & life skills to safely & effectively improve sleep and reduce stress, anxiety & depression; Helping adolescents and young people thrive by addressing low-self-esteem, relationship issues, ADHD and behavioral challenges; Supporting individuals and families through issues around substance use & co-occurring disorders; Providing a compassionate and supportive place for you to explore balance, self-awareness and life satisfaction.
I welcome individuals, families and adolescents to my private practice. A few of my specialties: Standard EMDR therapy protocols to resolve trauma and other related symptoms; Teaching coping & life skills to safely & effectively improve sleep and reduce stress, anxiety & depression; Helping adolescents and young people thrive by addressing low-self-esteem, relationship issues, ADHD and behavioral challenges; Supporting individuals and families through issues around substance use & co-occurring disorders; Providing a compassionate and supportive place for you to explore balance, self-awareness and life satisfaction.
![Photo of Mason Nutter, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/87d7d163-1694-4bb2-9cd6-8e259c7a991d/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Mason Nutter, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I approach therapy in a very person-centered and collaborative way. I am particularly focused on anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance use, and relapse prevention. I have worked in the mental health field for many years. I have treated patients with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse disorders. I have primarily worked with adult individuals.
My name is Mason Nutter, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I approach therapy in a very person-centered and collaborative way. I am particularly focused on anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance use, and relapse prevention. I have worked in the mental health field for many years. I have treated patients with depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety disorders, and substance abuse disorders. I have primarily worked with adult individuals.
![Photo of Rami Mogannam, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/5114277c-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I specialize in psychological assessments and psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. Assessments are often conducted to assess for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, cognitive problems, and psychiatric disorders. I use an evidence based approach to assessment and provides treatment recommendations that make the evaluation meaningful to each individual. I also have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with substance use and mental health problems. I explore underlying reasons for the development of these psychiatric problems and provide treatment that focuses both on reducing use and living a life worth living.
I specialize in psychological assessments and psychotherapy for adolescents and adults. Assessments are often conducted to assess for ADHD, autism, learning disorders, cognitive problems, and psychiatric disorders. I use an evidence based approach to assessment and provides treatment recommendations that make the evaluation meaningful to each individual. I also have extensive experience working with individuals struggling with substance use and mental health problems. I explore underlying reasons for the development of these psychiatric problems and provide treatment that focuses both on reducing use and living a life worth living.
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Olivos - a division of Caminar for Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
San Mateo, CA 94403
Olivos is a welcoming strengths-based treatment program that focuses on empowerment and collaborative goal setting. Mental health, substance use, and trauma-related issues are addressed on the journey to recovery, wellness, and reaching each person's full potential. Problems range from depression, anxiety, job stress, and relationship issues to hearing voices, difficulty managing money, compulsive behaviors and addiction. Our multidisciplinary team provides services in our offices, community settings, and client homes. Olivos also coordinates services with acute care (such as hospitals) and community residential programs and can provide services similar to a transitional residential program in the client's home if needed.
Olivos is a welcoming strengths-based treatment program that focuses on empowerment and collaborative goal setting. Mental health, substance use, and trauma-related issues are addressed on the journey to recovery, wellness, and reaching each person's full potential. Problems range from depression, anxiety, job stress, and relationship issues to hearing voices, difficulty managing money, compulsive behaviors and addiction. Our multidisciplinary team provides services in our offices, community settings, and client homes. Olivos also coordinates services with acute care (such as hospitals) and community residential programs and can provide services similar to a transitional residential program in the client's home if needed.
![Photo of Zar Getz, MSS, LCSW, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/1519f825-9d73-4962-9b82-2c490dd084d1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Zar Getz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
San Mateo, CA 94403 (Online Only)
Whether you are experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, loss of motivation, recovering from trauma, dealing with health issues, struggling with substance use or simply want to feel more fully integrated, I am honored to be a part of that journey.
I cannot move mountains for you, but I can help you climb. Facing fears, healing from loss, finding meaning and joy - these are the inevitable tasks of life. Therapy may be your first step or your last resort. Often people avoid it all together because they believe their pain is too great, worry they will be judged or that their situation is too complicated. Some people believe they should solve problems on their own or only with family and friends. However, while family and friends may want the best for us, they often come with opinions or past hurts. Sometimes it helps to have a safe space outside your daily experience.
Whether you are experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, loss of motivation, recovering from trauma, dealing with health issues, struggling with substance use or simply want to feel more fully integrated, I am honored to be a part of that journey.
I cannot move mountains for you, but I can help you climb. Facing fears, healing from loss, finding meaning and joy - these are the inevitable tasks of life. Therapy may be your first step or your last resort. Often people avoid it all together because they believe their pain is too great, worry they will be judged or that their situation is too complicated. Some people believe they should solve problems on their own or only with family and friends. However, while family and friends may want the best for us, they often come with opinions or past hurts. Sometimes it helps to have a safe space outside your daily experience.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.