Addiction Therapists in Inglewood, CA

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Kris Winslow
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90302  (Online Only)
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, and addiction.
There is really no issue to big or too small to bring to therapy. I have seen people go through so much positive change because of their work in therapy and think it is such an awesome process. Just because we can go through life in survival mode and bouncing off our ups and downs, does not mean we should. I love to talk about everything therapy, so I encourage people to reach out.
I specialize in trauma, grief and loss, and addiction.
There is really no issue to big or too small to bring to therapy. I have seen people go through so much positive change because of their work in therapy and think it is such an awesome process. Just because we can go through life in survival mode and bouncing off our ups and downs, does not mean we should. I love to talk about everything therapy, so I encourage people to reach out.
(323) 973-2279 View (323) 973-2279
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Cindy Avelar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
I focus on trauma work, anxiety, depression, and addiction issues.
My name is Cindy Avelar. I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Master's In Social Work from CSU San Bernardino in 2018 and have been practicing clinical skills since then. I have experience working with a wide age group from children to older adults. I have a passion for helping clients dealing with trauma and actively seek ongoing training to improve my skills to better assist clients. I have experience with trauma, Depression, Anxiety, working with foster youth, and Substance Use issues to name a few. When you meet me, you will find a calm, peaceful personality filled with enthusiasm and hope.
I focus on trauma work, anxiety, depression, and addiction issues.
My name is Cindy Avelar. I am a Bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my Master's In Social Work from CSU San Bernardino in 2018 and have been practicing clinical skills since then. I have experience working with a wide age group from children to older adults. I have a passion for helping clients dealing with trauma and actively seek ongoing training to improve my skills to better assist clients. I have experience with trauma, Depression, Anxiety, working with foster youth, and Substance Use issues to name a few. When you meet me, you will find a calm, peaceful personality filled with enthusiasm and hope.
(323) 849-4036 View (323) 849-4036
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Bernard Nicolas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
While superbly educated and experienced as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I always remember that the primary component of any healing I can facilitate is spiritual. I have a background as a creative artist and a community-oriented clinician. I work with children 6 and up, couples, families and individuals regardless of sexual orientation, race, religion, or economic status. I have also done a lot of work with adolescents dealing with substance abuse and adults facing workplace issues.
While superbly educated and experienced as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I always remember that the primary component of any healing I can facilitate is spiritual. I have a background as a creative artist and a community-oriented clinician. I work with children 6 and up, couples, families and individuals regardless of sexual orientation, race, religion, or economic status. I have also done a lot of work with adolescents dealing with substance abuse and adults facing workplace issues.
(424) 273-8475 View (424) 273-8475
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Ellen S Katz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Inglewood, CA 90302
I'm certified in Holographic Memory Resolution* and the Lifeline** Technique, both powerful tools for healing trauma and addiction.
I have been blessed with many incredible mentors throughout my journey as a human and as a therapist, and I now can share their collective wisdom along with my life experience, with you. Therapy offer a process of healing learn to be present together, allowing awareness to expand in a safe place. Here, truth can be expressed, allowing transformation. Typically we default to distraction, intoxication or denial when a we can't genuinely connect with ourselves. "Process addictions", loss, trauma and shame creep in and inhibit our sense of Self. Through therapy, our clarity, healing and ease with emotional intimacy can finally emerge.
I'm certified in Holographic Memory Resolution* and the Lifeline** Technique, both powerful tools for healing trauma and addiction.
I have been blessed with many incredible mentors throughout my journey as a human and as a therapist, and I now can share their collective wisdom along with my life experience, with you. Therapy offer a process of healing learn to be present together, allowing awareness to expand in a safe place. Here, truth can be expressed, allowing transformation. Typically we default to distraction, intoxication or denial when a we can't genuinely connect with ourselves. "Process addictions", loss, trauma and shame creep in and inhibit our sense of Self. Through therapy, our clarity, healing and ease with emotional intimacy can finally emerge.
(847) 908-3702 View (847) 908-3702
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Henry Cuellar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
I'm originally from Honduras and have been in the U.S. since I was 11 years old. I've been in the mental health field for over 10 years and I'm passionate about helping individuals in their healing journey. I have extensive experience working in addiction medicine and treating various mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients who are wanting to explore themselves and heal parts of themselves that need healing.
I'm originally from Honduras and have been in the U.S. since I was 11 years old. I've been in the mental health field for over 10 years and I'm passionate about helping individuals in their healing journey. I have extensive experience working in addiction medicine and treating various mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with clients who are wanting to explore themselves and heal parts of themselves that need healing.
(760) 512-8805 View (760) 512-8805
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Colleen Casady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90305
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
Hello, my name is Dr. Colleen Casady. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in CA. I graduated from USC with my Doctorate in Social Work. I have been working as a Social Worker for more than 25 years. The majority of my experience has been helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, abandonment and loneliness, grief / loss, and the challenges. I too have come from a difficult family dynamic and have struggled with mental health issues. I believe there is a lot to gain from living through issues and coming out ahead. You are not alone in your circumstance. I can help.
(510) 214-4758 View (510) 214-4758
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Jennifer Drown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT) with over 10 years of experience working as a therapist, clinical supervisor, and assistant director of a treatment facility for individuals suffering from mental health and substance use disorders. As a LMFT, my goal is to help individuals improve their mental health, address relationship difficulties, and adjust to challenging life changes. I work with clients from a client-centered approach, utilizing a combination of solution-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I enjoy working with individuals to improve their overall mental health.
I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT) with over 10 years of experience working as a therapist, clinical supervisor, and assistant director of a treatment facility for individuals suffering from mental health and substance use disorders. As a LMFT, my goal is to help individuals improve their mental health, address relationship difficulties, and adjust to challenging life changes. I work with clients from a client-centered approach, utilizing a combination of solution-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy. I enjoy working with individuals to improve their overall mental health.
(925) 574-8861 View (925) 574-8861
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Seth Scher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90305
My name is Seth Scher, and I am a LMFT who works in Northern California. I have worked for several non-profit community mental health programs, providing psychotherapy and case management services to those who have struggled with issues of trauma, substance abuse, and mental illness. I have worked in behavioral health for more than 35 years and have been a licensed therapist for 15 years. The areas that I have worked in are relationships, substance abuse, mental illness, and trauma. In addition, in the past 10 years, I have worked in geriatrics (elders) and the family challenges that can occur while caring for dementia.
My name is Seth Scher, and I am a LMFT who works in Northern California. I have worked for several non-profit community mental health programs, providing psychotherapy and case management services to those who have struggled with issues of trauma, substance abuse, and mental illness. I have worked in behavioral health for more than 35 years and have been a licensed therapist for 15 years. The areas that I have worked in are relationships, substance abuse, mental illness, and trauma. In addition, in the past 10 years, I have worked in geriatrics (elders) and the family challenges that can occur while caring for dementia.
(909) 341-4793 View (909) 341-4793
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Carey Sebera
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
Carey Sebera, LCSW. I allow the client to lead with their hopes and desires for therapy, and get to know what drives them. Therapy is not one size fits all, and I quickly assess what may or may not be effective with each person. Seeing patterns and addressing difficult behaviors is an important part of a therapist's role, but it takes willingness and honesty from a client. We only know what you tell us! I am trained in EMDR, trauma, and addiction. I look forward to helping you achieve the life you desire.
Carey Sebera, LCSW. I allow the client to lead with their hopes and desires for therapy, and get to know what drives them. Therapy is not one size fits all, and I quickly assess what may or may not be effective with each person. Seeing patterns and addressing difficult behaviors is an important part of a therapist's role, but it takes willingness and honesty from a client. We only know what you tell us! I am trained in EMDR, trauma, and addiction. I look forward to helping you achieve the life you desire.
(619) 724-5070 View (619) 724-5070
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Adolfo Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
My name is Adolfo M. Hernandez and license number is 126948 LMFT. MY approach to therapy is primary to focus on client's personal strengths, cognitive restructuring, increase insight and awareness, increase overall functioning, and problem-solving skills. I had helped children, teens, and adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, alcohol, panic attacks, substance abuse, bipolar, anger, stress, family problems, and many others. I do not rely in a single approach, instead, focusing on client's goals. Moreover, I used Cognitive behavioral, existential, Prolonged exposure for individuals who experienced traumatic experiences.
My name is Adolfo M. Hernandez and license number is 126948 LMFT. MY approach to therapy is primary to focus on client's personal strengths, cognitive restructuring, increase insight and awareness, increase overall functioning, and problem-solving skills. I had helped children, teens, and adults who suffer from depression, anxiety, alcohol, panic attacks, substance abuse, bipolar, anger, stress, family problems, and many others. I do not rely in a single approach, instead, focusing on client's goals. Moreover, I used Cognitive behavioral, existential, Prolonged exposure for individuals who experienced traumatic experiences.
(619) 728-2672 View (619) 728-2672
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Yasmin Vishram-Morris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Inglewood, CA 90301
Waitlist for new clients
I am honored to be apart of your journey and have experience with individuals/families to heal wounds caused by addiction, grief, loss, trauma, etc.
Therapy can be a very scary process. From having to call one to having your first meeting and then doing the work. This is especially so when you are facing difficult times or remembering events that you've struggled with for some time and realize that this is what is holding us back to our fullest expression. In our work together, I will bring nurturance and support as we explore the underlying causes to what brings you distress. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore freely.
I am honored to be apart of your journey and have experience with individuals/families to heal wounds caused by addiction, grief, loss, trauma, etc.
Therapy can be a very scary process. From having to call one to having your first meeting and then doing the work. This is especially so when you are facing difficult times or remembering events that you've struggled with for some time and realize that this is what is holding us back to our fullest expression. In our work together, I will bring nurturance and support as we explore the underlying causes to what brings you distress. I will provide you with a safe, non-judgmental environment to explore freely.
(310) 340-1891 View (310) 340-1891
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Nancy Walle
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90302
Many of us struggle with emotional and mental symptoms and yet do not always quite understand why? Some of us experience a sudden life event that caused us to feel unbearably overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, depressed or irritable moods, yet others have experienced the ups and downs throughout their entire life from childhood and cannot quite understand why they continue to struggle.
Many of us struggle with emotional and mental symptoms and yet do not always quite understand why? Some of us experience a sudden life event that caused us to feel unbearably overwhelmed with stress, anxiety, depressed or irritable moods, yet others have experienced the ups and downs throughout their entire life from childhood and cannot quite understand why they continue to struggle.
(951) 877-5168 View (951) 877-5168
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Marilyn Julia Brown
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inglewood, CA 90301  (Online Only)
Are feeling lost in life? Is your confidence is at an all-time low? Are you are seeking a sense of meaning or purpose in your life that you can't seem to find no matter how hard you try? Do you wish you could just switch it all off and unplug from what's happening? Do you just feel like something is missing in your life? If so, I'm here to help. I am an authentic, engaging, soulful healer who uses my identity as a Black-disabled woman to provide culturally, LGBTQIA, disability, and gender-affirming care.
Are feeling lost in life? Is your confidence is at an all-time low? Are you are seeking a sense of meaning or purpose in your life that you can't seem to find no matter how hard you try? Do you wish you could just switch it all off and unplug from what's happening? Do you just feel like something is missing in your life? If so, I'm here to help. I am an authentic, engaging, soulful healer who uses my identity as a Black-disabled woman to provide culturally, LGBTQIA, disability, and gender-affirming care.
(424) 788-4580 View (424) 788-4580
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DBA The Empowered Life
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301
I am a former Bank Professional with many years of experience working with individuals and families in diverse communities. As a Clinician, I have created a special niche for professionals who need a safe space to enhance their own mental, financial and/or emotional health, as well as work through difficult personal and work relationships. I also work closely with couples who seek clarity, re-newed commitments and deeper connections to each other. Additionally, I provide pre-marital counseling with a focus on spiritual and financial health as financial stress and internal strife can be major sources of marital/partner conflicts.
I am a former Bank Professional with many years of experience working with individuals and families in diverse communities. As a Clinician, I have created a special niche for professionals who need a safe space to enhance their own mental, financial and/or emotional health, as well as work through difficult personal and work relationships. I also work closely with couples who seek clarity, re-newed commitments and deeper connections to each other. Additionally, I provide pre-marital counseling with a focus on spiritual and financial health as financial stress and internal strife can be major sources of marital/partner conflicts.
(323) 897-1224 View (323) 897-1224
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Perfecting Selflove (Lester Renee Jones Jr.)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301  (Online Only)
Transformative HEALING begins only when we graciously surrender to the knowing that we and only we can uniquely heal ourselves. Identifying, dissolving, and eliminating the causality of unhealthy thoughts, beliefs, negative internal dialogues that perpetuates unhappiness & suffering. Forgiveness releasing emotional baggage of those who have physically, emotionally, or psychologically harmed us is the ultimate healing. Believe in the knowing nothing can stop or hinder our WILL and desire to heal our magnificent, marvelous, and loving selves. YOUR DIVINE, creators, sustainers of peace, happiness, joy, & LOVE we deservingly desire!!!
Transformative HEALING begins only when we graciously surrender to the knowing that we and only we can uniquely heal ourselves. Identifying, dissolving, and eliminating the causality of unhealthy thoughts, beliefs, negative internal dialogues that perpetuates unhappiness & suffering. Forgiveness releasing emotional baggage of those who have physically, emotionally, or psychologically harmed us is the ultimate healing. Believe in the knowing nothing can stop or hinder our WILL and desire to heal our magnificent, marvelous, and loving selves. YOUR DIVINE, creators, sustainers of peace, happiness, joy, & LOVE we deservingly desire!!!
(909) 655-4084 View (909) 655-4084
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Imelda Marie Marin
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inglewood, CA 90302
As a Latinx woman, who has faced the struggle and challenges of societal and cultural expectations, I am passionate about empowering others to become the best version of themselves. Together, we can achieve this by looking within to find the strength to unlearn old patterns that do not serve you anymore. Life can be full of peaks and valleys, and I am here to support you through the journey.
As a Latinx woman, who has faced the struggle and challenges of societal and cultural expectations, I am passionate about empowering others to become the best version of themselves. Together, we can achieve this by looking within to find the strength to unlearn old patterns that do not serve you anymore. Life can be full of peaks and valleys, and I am here to support you through the journey.
(310) 361-5922 View (310) 361-5922
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Chidi Njoku
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90302
You've been dealing with life in all of it's complexities and in spite of your best efforts, for any one of a number of reasons you 've found yourself in the position of feeling stuck. It's frustrating, disappointing, in some ways maybe even infuriating. Before you throw your hand up at it all, why don't you and I sit down. Let's talk, let's figure out your pathway forward through this. The answers are in there. I want to be your partner in finding them. I want to help you.
You've been dealing with life in all of it's complexities and in spite of your best efforts, for any one of a number of reasons you 've found yourself in the position of feeling stuck. It's frustrating, disappointing, in some ways maybe even infuriating. Before you throw your hand up at it all, why don't you and I sit down. Let's talk, let's figure out your pathway forward through this. The answers are in there. I want to be your partner in finding them. I want to help you.
(310) 736-4281 View (310) 736-4281
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Anjna Champaneri - Expansive Therapy
Counselor, ACSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301  (Online Only)
My aim is to create a caring therapeutic relationship with you that is founded in empathy, trust, and respect. Together we will create a safe and open environment for brave and insightful explorations. I offer collaborative, client-centered therapy that supports the development of personal insights and practical coping skills through curiosity, mindfulness, and compassion.
My aim is to create a caring therapeutic relationship with you that is founded in empathy, trust, and respect. Together we will create a safe and open environment for brave and insightful explorations. I offer collaborative, client-centered therapy that supports the development of personal insights and practical coping skills through curiosity, mindfulness, and compassion.
(646) 374-2344 View (646) 374-2344
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Karen Perry
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90301  (Online Only)
My name is Karen Perry, M.A., L.M.F.T. 43178, and I believe in a person's ability to grow. As a clinician, the experience of guiding another in the process of growth is invigorating and fueled my passion for over 40 years in the helping professions. I am able to help you discover your self-defeating patterns and use your strengths to develop new strategies and behaviors using a blend of techniques from Rational Emotive Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Solution Focused, Acceptance Commitment, Trauma Resiliency Method, Somatic Experiencing, Person-Centered, Motivational, Ego State, and Structural Family therapies.
My name is Karen Perry, M.A., L.M.F.T. 43178, and I believe in a person's ability to grow. As a clinician, the experience of guiding another in the process of growth is invigorating and fueled my passion for over 40 years in the helping professions. I am able to help you discover your self-defeating patterns and use your strengths to develop new strategies and behaviors using a blend of techniques from Rational Emotive Behavioral, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative, Solution Focused, Acceptance Commitment, Trauma Resiliency Method, Somatic Experiencing, Person-Centered, Motivational, Ego State, and Structural Family therapies.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Samantha Green
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Inglewood, CA 90304
My name is Samantha Green, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in the field of helping others live a more authentic, aligned, and healthy life. I currently work in community mental health and have a colorful background working with those who come from challenging backgrounds and environments. I like to use a person-centered, relational approach to therapy with the understanding and patience that therapy is often a slow and steady process. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and I have experience with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
My name is Samantha Green, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience in the field of helping others live a more authentic, aligned, and healthy life. I currently work in community mental health and have a colorful background working with those who come from challenging backgrounds and environments. I like to use a person-centered, relational approach to therapy with the understanding and patience that therapy is often a slow and steady process. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and I have experience with Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
(909) 316-5773 View (909) 316-5773
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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.