Addiction Therapists in Gardena, CA

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Ryan M Flannery
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90249  (Online Only)
I work with young people and adults in an individual setting. I specialize in men's issues, substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and anger issues. It is my goal to support you in getting back on track and finding your way again. I will help you identify negative self-talk and faulty cognitive errors that are causing emotional pain and discomfort. My approach involves providing you with the tools and techniques that will assist you in being the best version of yourself- which is happy, joyous, and free. We can work together to modify thought processes which will improve feelings, behaviors and outcomes.
I work with young people and adults in an individual setting. I specialize in men's issues, substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety, depression, and anger issues. It is my goal to support you in getting back on track and finding your way again. I will help you identify negative self-talk and faulty cognitive errors that are causing emotional pain and discomfort. My approach involves providing you with the tools and techniques that will assist you in being the best version of yourself- which is happy, joyous, and free. We can work together to modify thought processes which will improve feelings, behaviors and outcomes.
(786) 244-7347 View (786) 244-7347
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Lyubov Burgina, LMFT, Psy.D.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247  (Online Only)
If you have gambling addiction, you will not need to pay for the treatment! Furthermore, your loved ones who are not gamblers themselves, are also eligible for No-Cost therapeutic treatment.
If you are reading this website, you are probably looking for a therapist, and it means, you want to change something in your life or ... in yourself. It also means, you are an intelligent and active person, who doesn't want to continue suffering from a discomfort in your life, and want to live a life you would really like and enjoy. Congratulations ! You are in a right place! You can be happy and enjoy yourself, I am sure! I know a lot of examples of people who did this. You can do this too. Make your first step!
If you have gambling addiction, you will not need to pay for the treatment! Furthermore, your loved ones who are not gamblers themselves, are also eligible for No-Cost therapeutic treatment.
If you are reading this website, you are probably looking for a therapist, and it means, you want to change something in your life or ... in yourself. It also means, you are an intelligent and active person, who doesn't want to continue suffering from a discomfort in your life, and want to live a life you would really like and enjoy. Congratulations ! You are in a right place! You can be happy and enjoy yourself, I am sure! I know a lot of examples of people who did this. You can do this too. Make your first step!
(323) 629-4108 View (323) 629-4108
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Niparpon Vonghong Johansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gardena, CA 90247  (Online Only)
I also have learned that trauma, especially racial trauma and oppression, are commonly unspoken, causing frustration, anxiety, depression, addiction, aggression, and physical illness for so many.
Please email me. DON'T CALL. I am a trauma-focused, EMDR-certified, clinical registered Art Therapist, and Marriage and Family Therapist. My offering is for those who wish to understand how one’s mind develops and how the body reacts to certain people or situations. The past has shaped our personality and habits, causing difficulty in living life at this moment. We will explore past experiences in order to identify the root(s) of the presenting symptoms so that we can be free to have choices and wisdom to take action for a healthier future.
I also have learned that trauma, especially racial trauma and oppression, are commonly unspoken, causing frustration, anxiety, depression, addiction, aggression, and physical illness for so many.
Please email me. DON'T CALL. I am a trauma-focused, EMDR-certified, clinical registered Art Therapist, and Marriage and Family Therapist. My offering is for those who wish to understand how one’s mind develops and how the body reacts to certain people or situations. The past has shaped our personality and habits, causing difficulty in living life at this moment. We will explore past experiences in order to identify the root(s) of the presenting symptoms so that we can be free to have choices and wisdom to take action for a healthier future.
(310) 906-4864 View (310) 906-4864
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Michelle Settergren
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Hi there! My name is Michelle Settergren and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Huntington Beach, providing teletherapy services across California. I've worked in various healing capacities for over 12 years and believe we all have the potential to be self-healers. I'm gender and LGBTQIA+ affirming, and I specialize in working with adults who've suffered from trauma/PTSD, first responder/military trauma, anxiety/social anxiety/agoraphobia, depression, personality disorders, panic disorders, communication issues, addiction, and identity confusion.
Hi there! My name is Michelle Settergren and I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Huntington Beach, providing teletherapy services across California. I've worked in various healing capacities for over 12 years and believe we all have the potential to be self-healers. I'm gender and LGBTQIA+ affirming, and I specialize in working with adults who've suffered from trauma/PTSD, first responder/military trauma, anxiety/social anxiety/agoraphobia, depression, personality disorders, panic disorders, communication issues, addiction, and identity confusion.
(650) 643-5945 View (650) 643-5945
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Amy Annala
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
I'm Amy Annala, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of life and achieve emotional well-being while becoming their best selves. The burdens we carry can be heavy, and there's no reason to do it alone. My background is in addiction counseling and therapy as well as working with court ordered clients with open Child Welfare cases. I typically work with clients presenting with concerns ranging anywhere from anxiety and depression to trauma and substance use.
I'm Amy Annala, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to helping clients navigate the complexities of life and achieve emotional well-being while becoming their best selves. The burdens we carry can be heavy, and there's no reason to do it alone. My background is in addiction counseling and therapy as well as working with court ordered clients with open Child Welfare cases. I typically work with clients presenting with concerns ranging anywhere from anxiety and depression to trauma and substance use.
(626) 602-9066 View (626) 602-9066
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Jacqueline Valdovinos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90249
My ideal client would be someone who is going through a life transition. My client would want to learn exercises to become a stong and independent individual.
My ideal client would be someone who is going through a life transition. My client would want to learn exercises to become a stong and independent individual.
(213) 528-3953 View (213) 528-3953
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Lynn Denise Barnard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
Hello and welcome. I know this is hard. It is always difficult for a proud person to seek help. It is much more harmful to not reach out, I commend you. Human beings are social animals, we need and desire the comfort of one another. How we meet those needs can be complex. My job as your therapist is to assist you in becoming the best person you can be. I provide individual, relationship, and family therapy. I have a humanistic approach, allowing you to be you. I accept you as you are. Therapy is not to change the person it is to change the way the person perceives themselves.
Hello and welcome. I know this is hard. It is always difficult for a proud person to seek help. It is much more harmful to not reach out, I commend you. Human beings are social animals, we need and desire the comfort of one another. How we meet those needs can be complex. My job as your therapist is to assist you in becoming the best person you can be. I provide individual, relationship, and family therapy. I have a humanistic approach, allowing you to be you. I accept you as you are. Therapy is not to change the person it is to change the way the person perceives themselves.
(424) 499-2977 View (424) 499-2977
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Christopher Brown LPCC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
Hi, possible client! You may be going through a stressful moment in your life. You may have had some complex trauma occur in your past. Or you may have a teen who is experiencing some mental health difficulties. Maybe you're looking for someone who may have more in common with you to help you through your challenges. Whether you are looking for a space to feel supported and discuss your trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, life goals, or to simply feel seen, I may be the therapist for you.
Hi, possible client! You may be going through a stressful moment in your life. You may have had some complex trauma occur in your past. Or you may have a teen who is experiencing some mental health difficulties. Maybe you're looking for someone who may have more in common with you to help you through your challenges. Whether you are looking for a space to feel supported and discuss your trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship, life goals, or to simply feel seen, I may be the therapist for you.
(323) 701-1736 View (323) 701-1736
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Nahall Emadi-Paramkouhi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
You have taken the biggest step by initiating individual therapy and improving your life! This will be your safe space to process your past triggers and begin to heal. We will work collaboratively to develop healthy coping skills and build resilience so that you feel more empowered to face current and future stressors. Individual therapy is an effective way to address negative thinking, feelings, and behaviors that make us feel stuck. We will also navigate how your personal challenges are impacted by all the social, political, economic, and environmental challenges we are grappling with today.
You have taken the biggest step by initiating individual therapy and improving your life! This will be your safe space to process your past triggers and begin to heal. We will work collaboratively to develop healthy coping skills and build resilience so that you feel more empowered to face current and future stressors. Individual therapy is an effective way to address negative thinking, feelings, and behaviors that make us feel stuck. We will also navigate how your personal challenges are impacted by all the social, political, economic, and environmental challenges we are grappling with today.
(213) 786-2947 View (213) 786-2947
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Lucinda Evans Faison-Olsen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Hi there, I’m Lucy! My name is Lucy Olsen and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Hi there, I’m Lucy! My name is Lucy Olsen and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) based in San Diego, California working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with children, adolescents, adults, individuals, couples, and families specializing in anxiety, depression, and problem-solving, using Client-Centered Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
(213) 397-2099 View (213) 397-2099
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Kelley Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248  (Online Only)
Do you get hijacked by your thoughts causing you to feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Freezing and giving up your power so the feelings of stress and overwhelm will just go away, leaving you feeling depleted? Are you in a relationship where the spark is not as bright, and the communication doesn’t feel as easy as it used to? Well let me just say that the relationship that we have with ourselves as well as the relationship that we have with others have changed over the past two years. We have had to navigate through the unfathomable and trying to get back to the way things used to be or finding a new sort of normal can feel
Do you get hijacked by your thoughts causing you to feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? Freezing and giving up your power so the feelings of stress and overwhelm will just go away, leaving you feeling depleted? Are you in a relationship where the spark is not as bright, and the communication doesn’t feel as easy as it used to? Well let me just say that the relationship that we have with ourselves as well as the relationship that we have with others have changed over the past two years. We have had to navigate through the unfathomable and trying to get back to the way things used to be or finding a new sort of normal can feel
(323) 498-3357 View (323) 498-3357
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Rita Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
My name is Rita Romero and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I help clients manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship stress, dual diagnoses and mood disorders. I treat both adolescent and adult clients. My approach to therapy is specific to my client's needs. My person-centered approach helps clients and I build a mutual understanding of the therapeutic process that best serves them. The most common therapeutic modalities I use include Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.
My name is Rita Romero and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Southern California. I help clients manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, relationship stress, dual diagnoses and mood disorders. I treat both adolescent and adult clients. My approach to therapy is specific to my client's needs. My person-centered approach helps clients and I build a mutual understanding of the therapeutic process that best serves them. The most common therapeutic modalities I use include Positive Psychology, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy.
(323) 443-3873 View (323) 443-3873
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Robenson Dorvil
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT128
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90249
Mr. Robenson Dorvil is a Psy. D. candidate at The Chicago School who practices individual and family therapy under his supervisors for almost 4 years, specializing working with couple, children and adolescents. He provides school-based counseling, group session and support services for many children in elementary, middle, and high school in the areas of Southern California. He works closely with his supervisors to provide support and treatment in developing behavior performance management for children in academic, social, emotional and other personal issues. He is diligent, great listener, and patient in working with clients.
Mr. Robenson Dorvil is a Psy. D. candidate at The Chicago School who practices individual and family therapy under his supervisors for almost 4 years, specializing working with couple, children and adolescents. He provides school-based counseling, group session and support services for many children in elementary, middle, and high school in the areas of Southern California. He works closely with his supervisors to provide support and treatment in developing behavior performance management for children in academic, social, emotional and other personal issues. He is diligent, great listener, and patient in working with clients.
(818) 403-3193 View (818) 403-3193
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Kathleen Laub, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Losing the ability to communicate with our children and/or significant other can be challenging. I offer tools and techniques to be able to increase the closeness and communication needed for nuturing and loving relationships.
Losing the ability to communicate with our children and/or significant other can be challenging. I offer tools and techniques to be able to increase the closeness and communication needed for nuturing and loving relationships.
(310) 871-4038 View (310) 871-4038
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Barek Sharif
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
I'm Dr. Barek Sharif, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that healthy relational engagement is at the core of our search for purpose and meaning. By developing and maintaining authentic relational interactions we discover compassion, value, and strength within ourselves.
I'm Dr. Barek Sharif, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I believe that healthy relational engagement is at the core of our search for purpose and meaning. By developing and maintaining authentic relational interactions we discover compassion, value, and strength within ourselves.
(909) 442-0477 View (909) 442-0477
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Kathleen Mcvey
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90247
Kathleen McVey, PsyD, LMFT. I use an eclectic approach. Focusing on Brief therapy, Solution focused, and CBT. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy in order to best help address each client's individual needs. I mainly work with techniques from solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and brief therapies. My experience has been primarily with clients who are experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma.
Kathleen McVey, PsyD, LMFT. I use an eclectic approach. Focusing on Brief therapy, Solution focused, and CBT. I utilize an eclectic approach to therapy in order to best help address each client's individual needs. I mainly work with techniques from solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and brief therapies. My experience has been primarily with clients who are experiencing grief, depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma.
(626) 669-3991 View (626) 669-3991
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Brenda Renee Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CEAP
Verified Verified
Gardena, CA 90248
Not accepting new clients
Currently not accepting new clients. My services help promote hope and wellness. I have a special passion for working with individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues and intimacy. Specific areas include mismatched desire, healing from sexual abuse, infidelity, as well as problems related to mood, trauma, and anxiety. My therapeutic style is characterized by warmth, empathy, and a caring yet direct approach. I have specialized training in treating substance abuse, work relations, and work problems. I also have training in Christian Education/Spirituality and when appropriate will include those principals.
Currently not accepting new clients. My services help promote hope and wellness. I have a special passion for working with individuals and couples struggling with relationship issues and intimacy. Specific areas include mismatched desire, healing from sexual abuse, infidelity, as well as problems related to mood, trauma, and anxiety. My therapeutic style is characterized by warmth, empathy, and a caring yet direct approach. I have specialized training in treating substance abuse, work relations, and work problems. I also have training in Christian Education/Spirituality and when appropriate will include those principals.
(323) 688-6045 View (323) 688-6045

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Judy Miser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90061
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents with mental health concerns, substance abuse conditions, and disabilities. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, perinatal mood disorders, domestic violence, family conflict, and parenting. I take a psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, and solution-focused approach to therapy. My passion is helping individuals reach their true potential by focusing on their strengths and abilities.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents with mental health concerns, substance abuse conditions, and disabilities. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, perinatal mood disorders, domestic violence, family conflict, and parenting. I take a psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, and solution-focused approach to therapy. My passion is helping individuals reach their true potential by focusing on their strengths and abilities.
(442) 248-5312 View (442) 248-5312
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Pearl (Lupita) Colbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90044
I have a great deal of experience treating those with ASD, depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, addiction, and many other issues of clinical importance.
My name is Lupita Pearl Colbert. However, I go by my middle name, "Pearl." I attended California State University, Dominguez Hills, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in psychology. I then pursued a Master's Degree with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. While I was attending graduate school, I took a position with a company providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), working as a behavioral therapist with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It was here that I found my passion for working with children and families.
I have a great deal of experience treating those with ASD, depression, anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues, addiction, and many other issues of clinical importance.
My name is Lupita Pearl Colbert. However, I go by my middle name, "Pearl." I attended California State University, Dominguez Hills, graduating with a Bachelor's Degree in psychology. I then pursued a Master's Degree with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. While I was attending graduate school, I took a position with a company providing Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), working as a behavioral therapist with children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). It was here that I found my passion for working with children and families.
(213) 263-6467 View (213) 263-6467
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Blanca Pena
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Hawthorne, CA 90250
I specialize in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Stress, and Substance use disorders.
Blanca Pena, LMFT 138765, is an integrative therapist who aims to match evidence-based treatments with each client's particular concern(s), and to discover and understand the individual's personality traits, preferences, needs, spiritual beliefs, openness, and motivation level. Specialize in Trauma, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy Mindfulness, Humanistic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Crisis Management. I approach goal setting by meeting my clients where they are at and working together to find treatment goals based on their challenges.
I specialize in Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Low self-esteem, Stress, and Substance use disorders.
Blanca Pena, LMFT 138765, is an integrative therapist who aims to match evidence-based treatments with each client's particular concern(s), and to discover and understand the individual's personality traits, preferences, needs, spiritual beliefs, openness, and motivation level. Specialize in Trauma, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy Mindfulness, Humanistic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Crisis Management. I approach goal setting by meeting my clients where they are at and working together to find treatment goals based on their challenges.
(650) 644-4808 View (650) 644-4808
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.