Substance Use Therapists in Covina, CA

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Nicholas Charles Russi
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAADC-S, CCS, ICAADC
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723
It's important to note that I am a Counselor specializing in Substance Use/Addictions/Alcoholism AND other problems that commonly associated.
**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how you’re feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.
It's important to note that I am a Counselor specializing in Substance Use/Addictions/Alcoholism AND other problems that commonly associated.
**Telehealth Video sessions are available** Are you having trouble controlling your drinking but feel like "rehab" isn't for you? Have loved ones in your life pleaded with you to stop? Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues? Anxiety problems? I know exactly how you’re feeling. Alcohol or drug abuse can extremely difficult to manage on your own. For the last 19 years I’ve been helping clients navigate the personal recovery process and the trials and tribulations they come with it. If you are in a place in your life where you are ready to make some needed changes, I can help you be free from the grips of addiction.
(951) 482-8189 View (951) 482-8189
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Tiny Steps Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
Hope is the heartbeat of our soul! Life can bring us difficult situations that seems impossible to overcome and sometimes we just need to take tiny steps to be able to overcome them. Living in a saturated, fast-paced world can lead us to look for quick fixes and magic bullets. At Tiny Steps, we believe in healing, the process of gradually becoming well again, through the integration of the body and the soul.
Hope is the heartbeat of our soul! Life can bring us difficult situations that seems impossible to overcome and sometimes we just need to take tiny steps to be able to overcome them. Living in a saturated, fast-paced world can lead us to look for quick fixes and magic bullets. At Tiny Steps, we believe in healing, the process of gradually becoming well again, through the integration of the body and the soul.
(909) 487-1722 View (909) 487-1722
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Maria Elena Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723  (Online Only)
Therapy is helpful whether you are going through a life transition or struggling to manage intense emotions for as long as you can remember. Therapy is a collaborative process and we can work together to help you find meaning, direction, passion, heal emotionally, and a sense of control over your life. I am here to help you learn better ways to cope with life's challenges, overcome standing barriers, and gain a greater perspective regarding your life challenges. I can help with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem building, communication skills, identity struggles, relationship difficulties, and more.
Therapy is helpful whether you are going through a life transition or struggling to manage intense emotions for as long as you can remember. Therapy is a collaborative process and we can work together to help you find meaning, direction, passion, heal emotionally, and a sense of control over your life. I am here to help you learn better ways to cope with life's challenges, overcome standing barriers, and gain a greater perspective regarding your life challenges. I can help with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, self-esteem building, communication skills, identity struggles, relationship difficulties, and more.
(626) 714-2537 View (626) 714-2537
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Andrew Lu
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723
EMDR is wonderful for treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and getting quickly and effectively to the roots of why you are experiencing what are and shifting to a place of emotional healing and freedom. It also brings a feeling of genuine safety, sense of belonging, and self-worth to turn into who you were always meant to be and do.
EMDR is wonderful for treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and getting quickly and effectively to the roots of why you are experiencing what are and shifting to a place of emotional healing and freedom. It also brings a feeling of genuine safety, sense of belonging, and self-worth to turn into who you were always meant to be and do.
(626) 873-8703 View (626) 873-8703
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Judith Castillo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91724
Have stress and anxiety affected how you show up in work or in relationships with family and friends? Over time, constant exposure to work or life stressors can accumulate until we can no longer ignore the signs, and we recognize that something needs to be done.
Have stress and anxiety affected how you show up in work or in relationships with family and friends? Over time, constant exposure to work or life stressors can accumulate until we can no longer ignore the signs, and we recognize that something needs to be done.
(909) 298-1485 View (909) 298-1485
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Chassity Angeny-Showalter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723  (Online Only)
Anxiety can show up in many different ways in our life. It can make us work harder to prove ourselves or to have an unrealistic standard for ourselves. It can immobilize us and make us afraid to take any risks because we are fearful of potential outcomes. It can impact our relationships by leading to caretaking or people pleasing. It can lead us to try to control different areas of our lives and to avoid situations when we feel out of control. It may impact our ability to take care of ourselves, including effecting sleep and eating. Avoiding or attempting to manage anxiety can take a significant amount of time and energy.
Anxiety can show up in many different ways in our life. It can make us work harder to prove ourselves or to have an unrealistic standard for ourselves. It can immobilize us and make us afraid to take any risks because we are fearful of potential outcomes. It can impact our relationships by leading to caretaking or people pleasing. It can lead us to try to control different areas of our lives and to avoid situations when we feel out of control. It may impact our ability to take care of ourselves, including effecting sleep and eating. Avoiding or attempting to manage anxiety can take a significant amount of time and energy.
(916) 943-4758 View (916) 943-4758
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Patrick Martin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724  (Online Only)
You have goals, but fear that you won’t live up to your full potential. Trying new things seems to come with too much risk of failure and rejection. You care about others, but struggle to find the words to set boundaries and protect time for yourself. You get anxious with confrontation, and so you become passive, and contain your emotions, which leads to feelings of depression, anxiety, frustration and resentment. You want to be understood, but fear that speaking your mind may result in rejection, criticism or being misunderstood. You want better relationships, but aren’t sure where to start. You are ready to do things differently.
You have goals, but fear that you won’t live up to your full potential. Trying new things seems to come with too much risk of failure and rejection. You care about others, but struggle to find the words to set boundaries and protect time for yourself. You get anxious with confrontation, and so you become passive, and contain your emotions, which leads to feelings of depression, anxiety, frustration and resentment. You want to be understood, but fear that speaking your mind may result in rejection, criticism or being misunderstood. You want better relationships, but aren’t sure where to start. You are ready to do things differently.
(626) 788-5820 View (626) 788-5820
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Citrus Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
I work best with anyone who is struggling to understand what the world is all about, why are we(me as a human/person) here on the earth, what is our/my purpose, how can I be happy and fulfilled, what are people all about, etc. The most difficult thing we will all be faced with is how do we deal/cope with people!
I work best with anyone who is struggling to understand what the world is all about, why are we(me as a human/person) here on the earth, what is our/my purpose, how can I be happy and fulfilled, what are people all about, etc. The most difficult thing we will all be faced with is how do we deal/cope with people!
(626) 467-5122 View (626) 467-5122
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Rachel Pluard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91722
Working in a high-stress career field can lead to feelings of burnout, apathy, and symptoms of vicarious trauma. A high-stress environment often misleads a person into thinking, "I am okay, and I can handle more." These work environments and career fields can leave one feeling isolated and unable to share or relate to those in their inner circles outside of work. Finding the balance to work and outside life is key to the health of any staff in the field. Many are called to help others, but we need our self-care, also. I am a trauma-informed care specialist.
Working in a high-stress career field can lead to feelings of burnout, apathy, and symptoms of vicarious trauma. A high-stress environment often misleads a person into thinking, "I am okay, and I can handle more." These work environments and career fields can leave one feeling isolated and unable to share or relate to those in their inner circles outside of work. Finding the balance to work and outside life is key to the health of any staff in the field. Many are called to help others, but we need our self-care, also. I am a trauma-informed care specialist.
(626) 606-2450 View (626) 606-2450
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Irene Kao
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91724  (Online Only)
While I believe that all of us have the strength to overcome our own struggles, I also believe that therapy makes that process easier. With professional help, you can overcome issues with less time, less strain on your relationships, and less impact on your overall well-being. I personally and professionally, believe in the power of this process, and look forward to meeting you where you are to face your struggles together.
While I believe that all of us have the strength to overcome our own struggles, I also believe that therapy makes that process easier. With professional help, you can overcome issues with less time, less strain on your relationships, and less impact on your overall well-being. I personally and professionally, believe in the power of this process, and look forward to meeting you where you are to face your struggles together.
(909) 253-7893 View (909) 253-7893
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Norma Covarrubias
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91722  (Online Only)
Welcome to a space where you can discover new perspectives and strategies to overcome life's challenges. As a trauma-informed, first-generation therapist, let me offer support you on your journey of self-discovery. My main goal is to help you work through intergenerational trauma and empower you to develop resilience and coping strategies for healing. Talk therapy can be the outlet you need to release and heal. I can offer you a safe space to break free from generational patterns. Today is the perfect day to start creating positive changes in your life!
Welcome to a space where you can discover new perspectives and strategies to overcome life's challenges. As a trauma-informed, first-generation therapist, let me offer support you on your journey of self-discovery. My main goal is to help you work through intergenerational trauma and empower you to develop resilience and coping strategies for healing. Talk therapy can be the outlet you need to release and heal. I can offer you a safe space to break free from generational patterns. Today is the perfect day to start creating positive changes in your life!
(626) 238-0342 View (626) 238-0342
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Jennifer Vermillion
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY! Weekend and evening openings! Something that sets me apart from other therapists is that I bring valuable life experience that greatly compliments my therapeutic style. I know first hand personally and professionally, the value in having a safe, warm place to process our daily struggles and I strive to provide that to every one of my clients. My clients find comfort in learning they have my unconditional support as we work as a team. Clients describe me as compassionate, knowledgeable, humorous, and honest. Children and I get along wonderfully!
IMMEDIATE APPOINTMENT AVAILABILITY! Weekend and evening openings! Something that sets me apart from other therapists is that I bring valuable life experience that greatly compliments my therapeutic style. I know first hand personally and professionally, the value in having a safe, warm place to process our daily struggles and I strive to provide that to every one of my clients. My clients find comfort in learning they have my unconditional support as we work as a team. Clients describe me as compassionate, knowledgeable, humorous, and honest. Children and I get along wonderfully!
(626) 623-7585 View (626) 623-7585
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Eric Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MTh
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91724
"The past can hurt. But the way I see my it, you can either run from it, or learn from it." - Rafiki. Learning from and overcoming our past can be mentally, emotionally, and spiritually challenging. However, running from our past mentally, emotionally, and spiritually draining. In my practice, clients are given the warmth and support to confront the past, the tools to overcome the past, as well as the space and grace to learn from the past. My practice is geared toward helping you to put the past in the past and to be present in the present.
"The past can hurt. But the way I see my it, you can either run from it, or learn from it." - Rafiki. Learning from and overcoming our past can be mentally, emotionally, and spiritually challenging. However, running from our past mentally, emotionally, and spiritually draining. In my practice, clients are given the warmth and support to confront the past, the tools to overcome the past, as well as the space and grace to learn from the past. My practice is geared toward helping you to put the past in the past and to be present in the present.
(626) 376-4965 View (626) 376-4965
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Through the Sea Marriage & Family Counseling Inc
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91722
Through the Sea offers professional licensed therapists and compassionate certified Biblical counselors to help you navigate your life. We provide couples, individual, child, and family counseling. Specialities include depression, anxiety, ptsd, domestic abuse and sexual trauma, infidelity recovery, parenting, spiritual issues, or simply adjusting to changes in life.
Through the Sea offers professional licensed therapists and compassionate certified Biblical counselors to help you navigate your life. We provide couples, individual, child, and family counseling. Specialities include depression, anxiety, ptsd, domestic abuse and sexual trauma, infidelity recovery, parenting, spiritual issues, or simply adjusting to changes in life.
(714) 905-5931 View (714) 905-5931
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Robin Chancer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91722
Whatever you are going through, I am here to listen and help! I strive to create a non-judgmental, nurturing environment where you can feel safe to talk freely.
Whatever you are going through, I am here to listen and help! I strive to create a non-judgmental, nurturing environment where you can feel safe to talk freely.
(310) 361-5232 View (310) 361-5232
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Linda Mach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91722
Hi. My name is Linda Mach, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California. Are you seeking a therapist who can create a therapeutic environment to process thoughts and emotions, heal, and grow? I believe that the most important part of starting your journey to achieve your goals and thrive is ultimately feeling safe and supported by your provider. My approach is being authentic, empathic, compassionate, and understanding; while having a genuine interest in your well-being toward reaching your goals. I will provide a judgment-free zone and encourage self-determination.
Hi. My name is Linda Mach, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California. Are you seeking a therapist who can create a therapeutic environment to process thoughts and emotions, heal, and grow? I believe that the most important part of starting your journey to achieve your goals and thrive is ultimately feeling safe and supported by your provider. My approach is being authentic, empathic, compassionate, and understanding; while having a genuine interest in your well-being toward reaching your goals. I will provide a judgment-free zone and encourage self-determination.
(650) 547-7785 View (650) 547-7785
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Curtis S. Lehmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91724
Waitlist for new clients
Feel stuck in a loop that you just cannot get out of? Feel like you or your relationship is broken? I can give you the support, perspectives, and tools to experience greater mental, emotional, and relational well-being. I work with people who are ready (or are ready to become ready), to make a BIG change. I will challenge you to envision the life you want and to work towards making it come alive. I can help people struggling with depression, relationship problems, and addictions, or those just wanting more for themselves. I especially enjoy working with couples who want to work towards restoring their relationship.
Feel stuck in a loop that you just cannot get out of? Feel like you or your relationship is broken? I can give you the support, perspectives, and tools to experience greater mental, emotional, and relational well-being. I work with people who are ready (or are ready to become ready), to make a BIG change. I will challenge you to envision the life you want and to work towards making it come alive. I can help people struggling with depression, relationship problems, and addictions, or those just wanting more for themselves. I especially enjoy working with couples who want to work towards restoring their relationship.
(626) 747-7899 View (626) 747-7899
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Elsie Pride
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Covina, CA 91722  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm excited you've stopped by to learn a little bit more about me on your journey of self discovery and growth. I enjoy working with people of ALL ages. I have experience working with those struggling with addictions, adults managing a wide range of mental health diagnoses and with birth to 5 little ones and their parents. I can give you a LONG list of the things I've learned and loved with every person I've worked with but the things that stand out most for all are how resilient the human spirit is, how much we crave strong, safe and genuine connection and how much we can grow in an environment that is supportive and safe.
Hi! I'm excited you've stopped by to learn a little bit more about me on your journey of self discovery and growth. I enjoy working with people of ALL ages. I have experience working with those struggling with addictions, adults managing a wide range of mental health diagnoses and with birth to 5 little ones and their parents. I can give you a LONG list of the things I've learned and loved with every person I've worked with but the things that stand out most for all are how resilient the human spirit is, how much we crave strong, safe and genuine connection and how much we can grow in an environment that is supportive and safe.
(626) 238-1156 View (626) 238-1156
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Maricella Campuzano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91722
My name is Maricella Campuzano and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the metro area of Los Angeles. I am a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults, specifically those in at-risk populations. I have over a decade of experience treating adolescents, adults, and families in underserved populations, specifically at-risk youth. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents on probation, recently incarcerated, or transitioning back into the community. My expertise further lies with those who struggle with PTSD, C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and other mood disorders.
My name is Maricella Campuzano and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the metro area of Los Angeles. I am a trauma-focused therapist who specializes in the treatment of adolescents and adults, specifically those in at-risk populations. I have over a decade of experience treating adolescents, adults, and families in underserved populations, specifically at-risk youth. I also have extensive experience working with adolescents on probation, recently incarcerated, or transitioning back into the community. My expertise further lies with those who struggle with PTSD, C-PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, and other mood disorders.
(909) 757-5004 View (909) 757-5004
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Sameh Abdelmalak
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Covina, CA 91723  (Online Only)
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with a diverse population, offering services to adults, children, couples, and families of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. The anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and relational distress can be very impending to the quality of one's life. Though I am trained in Trauma Focus CBT, Gottman method for couples, DBT, Attachment therapy, and motivational interviewing, if you have a hard time remembering when you felt good or feel like you are alone in your struggle, I would be glad to come alongside you and offer my counseling service.
As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I work with a diverse population, offering services to adults, children, couples, and families of different ethnic backgrounds, religions, spiritual beliefs, and sexual orientations. The anxiety, depression, substance abuse, trauma, and relational distress can be very impending to the quality of one's life. Though I am trained in Trauma Focus CBT, Gottman method for couples, DBT, Attachment therapy, and motivational interviewing, if you have a hard time remembering when you felt good or feel like you are alone in your struggle, I would be glad to come alongside you and offer my counseling service.
(626) 610-4542 View (626) 610-4542
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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.