Alcohol Use Therapists in Landers, CA
Rather than list my technical skills or present a diatribe about my approach to psychotherapy, I will tell you a few significant facts about myself and the work we will do together. I have been providing treatment for 30 years. My clients improve, they recover, and they heal. I assist people who suffer from anxiety and depression through insight and introspection focused on the analysis of a patient’s deep-seeded fear-related trauma and how that fear impacts the NOW . I focus on channeling the energy that can be harnessed from fear, a powerful human emotion that can rob us of our life energy.
Rather than list my technical skills or present a diatribe about my approach to psychotherapy, I will tell you a few significant facts about myself and the work we will do together. I have been providing treatment for 30 years. My clients improve, they recover, and they heal. I assist people who suffer from anxiety and depression through insight and introspection focused on the analysis of a patient’s deep-seeded fear-related trauma and how that fear impacts the NOW . I focus on channeling the energy that can be harnessed from fear, a powerful human emotion that can rob us of our life energy.
Chris Avitabile
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Landers, CA 92285
Welcome. I am a licensed therapist who offers psychotherapy to individuals. My practice is hybrid. I offer video session and meet in person at an office in the Silverlake area of Los Angeles one week a month. I am available for ongoing in person therapy if you live in the high desert of California (Joshua Tree, Landers, Yucca Valley). I work with all types of folx and think of therapy as a place to experiment and explore processes that both promote and inhibit creativity in how we live our lives.
Welcome. I am a licensed therapist who offers psychotherapy to individuals. My practice is hybrid. I offer video session and meet in person at an office in the Silverlake area of Los Angeles one week a month. I am available for ongoing in person therapy if you live in the high desert of California (Joshua Tree, Landers, Yucca Valley). I work with all types of folx and think of therapy as a place to experiment and explore processes that both promote and inhibit creativity in how we live our lives.
Online Therapists
Hello, I am Susie VanDyke, and I love working with PTSD, trauma, alcohol use, and substance use issues. I especially enjoy working with veterans, first responders, their families, and anyone going through difficult times. I graduated with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2008 and have over fifteen years of experience in various mental health and hospital settings, with a concentration in military and first responders. I love helping people improve their lives and want them to feel better as quickly as possible. I enjoy helping people who are feeling hopeless about their situations because of tough circumstances.
Hello, I am Susie VanDyke, and I love working with PTSD, trauma, alcohol use, and substance use issues. I especially enjoy working with veterans, first responders, their families, and anyone going through difficult times. I graduated with a Master’s in Marriage and Family Therapy in 2008 and have over fifteen years of experience in various mental health and hospital settings, with a concentration in military and first responders. I love helping people improve their lives and want them to feel better as quickly as possible. I enjoy helping people who are feeling hopeless about their situations because of tough circumstances.
Erin Schabel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
I specialize in substance and alcohol use disorders, as well as helping individuals navigate life transitions and the mental stressors these problems come with.
Your growth as a person comes from a non-judgmental environment, where you are free to be yourself. My goal will be to have an unbiased viewpoint to help you navigate your life changes, trauma, and daily stressors. You deserve to be met where you are rather than forcing changes you may not be ready for. Creating an open and trusting environment is what I strive to create for my clients to grow to their fullest potential, while making therapy an enjoyable process! I love to joke around with my clients as I believe humor can relieve the tension and discomfort that can come with the therapy process.
I specialize in substance and alcohol use disorders, as well as helping individuals navigate life transitions and the mental stressors these problems come with.
Your growth as a person comes from a non-judgmental environment, where you are free to be yourself. My goal will be to have an unbiased viewpoint to help you navigate your life changes, trauma, and daily stressors. You deserve to be met where you are rather than forcing changes you may not be ready for. Creating an open and trusting environment is what I strive to create for my clients to grow to their fullest potential, while making therapy an enjoyable process! I love to joke around with my clients as I believe humor can relieve the tension and discomfort that can come with the therapy process.
Some of the presenting themes I work with include feeling "stuck", anxiety and rumination, difficulty with achieving goals, overwhelm, disconnection from self or others, lack of motivation, loss of independence, and loss of joy. I work by providing support and psycho-education related to these experiences to reconnect you to hope and wellness. My goal is to provide you a safe place to process, a place to feel connected, and provide an opportunity for you to feel heard. My approach is designed to give you with insight about how your mind works and help you to create a plan that optimizes your functioning and well-being.
Some of the presenting themes I work with include feeling "stuck", anxiety and rumination, difficulty with achieving goals, overwhelm, disconnection from self or others, lack of motivation, loss of independence, and loss of joy. I work by providing support and psycho-education related to these experiences to reconnect you to hope and wellness. My goal is to provide you a safe place to process, a place to feel connected, and provide an opportunity for you to feel heard. My approach is designed to give you with insight about how your mind works and help you to create a plan that optimizes your functioning and well-being.
Dr. VI Phạm Negrete
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Vi! I hold different identities as a woman of color, an immigrant from Việt Nam, and a former international student. Through my healing journey, I instantly learned clinicians with similar identities & cultural backgrounds who could fully facilitate a space of growth in my identity as an Asian immigrant woman were lacking. This disheartening experience fueled my passion to provide a space to highlight and honor immigrant and API experiences through my work. I welcome all clients, particularly young professionals, immigrants, API-identified, as well as folks with identities marked by marginalization and oppression.
Hi, my name is Vi! I hold different identities as a woman of color, an immigrant from Việt Nam, and a former international student. Through my healing journey, I instantly learned clinicians with similar identities & cultural backgrounds who could fully facilitate a space of growth in my identity as an Asian immigrant woman were lacking. This disheartening experience fueled my passion to provide a space to highlight and honor immigrant and API experiences through my work. I welcome all clients, particularly young professionals, immigrants, API-identified, as well as folks with identities marked by marginalization and oppression.
Katie (Caitlin) Staveley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Monrovia, CA 91016
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Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming process, but reaching out for help is a courageous first step. I'm so glad you're here. With over 10 years of experience as a therapist, I am deeply committed to guiding individuals on their path towards emotional well-being and personal growth. My hope for you is to live each day with a sense of peace, despite the hardships life has thrown your way.
Finding a therapist can be an overwhelming process, but reaching out for help is a courageous first step. I'm so glad you're here. With over 10 years of experience as a therapist, I am deeply committed to guiding individuals on their path towards emotional well-being and personal growth. My hope for you is to live each day with a sense of peace, despite the hardships life has thrown your way.
William K Marek. California psychologist number 14791. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral approach. My focus area of practice is helping clients improve! I listen a lot and then help people help themselves. I am directive and responsive. There is the problem and there’s how you think about the problem. For most folks, the latter is the bigger problem. That’s the bad news… and the good news! Change does not have to take a long time. I’m comfortable with all kinds of clients. I’m good at helping people find purpose and meaning in their lives. My sessions are calm, collegial, interactive, respectful, directive and helpful.
William K Marek. California psychologist number 14791. I primarily use a cognitive behavioral approach. My focus area of practice is helping clients improve! I listen a lot and then help people help themselves. I am directive and responsive. There is the problem and there’s how you think about the problem. For most folks, the latter is the bigger problem. That’s the bad news… and the good news! Change does not have to take a long time. I’m comfortable with all kinds of clients. I’m good at helping people find purpose and meaning in their lives. My sessions are calm, collegial, interactive, respectful, directive and helpful.
The Mind Institute Psychotherapy, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Wildomar, CA 92595 (Online Only)
Now offering EMDR! We have experience in effectively addressing a myriad of mental health conditions in men and women and children with civilians and active military personnel. We also specialize in psychological testing; IQ, personality, and neuropsychological evaluations. If you would like clarification on diagnosis related to learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, mood, or memory and/or cognitive impairment, psychological testing may be right for you. We test children from 4 years old + and adults 18 years old +
Now offering EMDR! We have experience in effectively addressing a myriad of mental health conditions in men and women and children with civilians and active military personnel. We also specialize in psychological testing; IQ, personality, and neuropsychological evaluations. If you would like clarification on diagnosis related to learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, mood, or memory and/or cognitive impairment, psychological testing may be right for you. We test children from 4 years old + and adults 18 years old +
Meet Tania McCormick, a licensed Therapist for over 20 years, working with adults and teens. Tania is experienced in working with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, life changing events, unresolved childhoods, codependency, and interracial issues. I have raised two children, with all the pleasures and challenges. Let me support you, give you an outsider's honest perspective, and then challenge, and support you to find your solutions.
Meet Tania McCormick, a licensed Therapist for over 20 years, working with adults and teens. Tania is experienced in working with anxiety, depression, grief, addiction, life changing events, unresolved childhoods, codependency, and interracial issues. I have raised two children, with all the pleasures and challenges. Let me support you, give you an outsider's honest perspective, and then challenge, and support you to find your solutions.
Amy Henderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Diamond Bar, CA 91765 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with young adults and LGBTQA+ folks who are survivors of trauma, sexual violence, and power-based harm. I work collaboratively with clients seeking growth, healing, and transformation in their lives due to trauma, distress, life transitions, identity exploration, or relationship issues. Together, we will use an intersectional lens to help you gain deeper insight into the underlying thoughts and patterns that underlie your distress.
I am passionate about working with young adults and LGBTQA+ folks who are survivors of trauma, sexual violence, and power-based harm. I work collaboratively with clients seeking growth, healing, and transformation in their lives due to trauma, distress, life transitions, identity exploration, or relationship issues. Together, we will use an intersectional lens to help you gain deeper insight into the underlying thoughts and patterns that underlie your distress.
Maybe you're in a tough place in life and need some help finding a direction. Or perhaps you're struggling to find connection, and support. Perhaps you're struggling with depression, and anxiety, and you're trying to feel something different. Or maybe, the current state of the world has affected you, your family or your children. We all suffer, and sometimes we need help, and I'd like to acknowledge you for trying to find an answer. Therapy can be place where we learn to address our suffering by taking power over it, through learning about what we can change. Are you ready for something different in your life?
Maybe you're in a tough place in life and need some help finding a direction. Or perhaps you're struggling to find connection, and support. Perhaps you're struggling with depression, and anxiety, and you're trying to feel something different. Or maybe, the current state of the world has affected you, your family or your children. We all suffer, and sometimes we need help, and I'd like to acknowledge you for trying to find an answer. Therapy can be place where we learn to address our suffering by taking power over it, through learning about what we can change. Are you ready for something different in your life?
I've been practicing in the mental health field for over 25 years and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient facilities. I graduated from Yonsei University and trained in Seoul National University Hospital as a clinical psychologist. After graduating from the MFT program in 2012, I had the opportunity to practice at multiple levels of care in psychotherapy, case management, research, outreach, leading integrated care programs and supervising associate therapists.
I've been practicing in the mental health field for over 25 years and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient facilities. I graduated from Yonsei University and trained in Seoul National University Hospital as a clinical psychologist. After graduating from the MFT program in 2012, I had the opportunity to practice at multiple levels of care in psychotherapy, case management, research, outreach, leading integrated care programs and supervising associate therapists.
Pearl (Chris) Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92127
Hello, I'm Pearl, an Associate Marriage Family Therapist who is passionate about supporting adolescents and teens, couples, and adult individuals. I strive to create spaces of inclusion and belonging for all clients, their unique identities and diverse backgrounds. I am a first-generation immigrant from South India and a Bay Area native. I have worked in community mental health settings as well as private practice, with extensive experience in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work.
Hello, I'm Pearl, an Associate Marriage Family Therapist who is passionate about supporting adolescents and teens, couples, and adult individuals. I strive to create spaces of inclusion and belonging for all clients, their unique identities and diverse backgrounds. I am a first-generation immigrant from South India and a Bay Area native. I have worked in community mental health settings as well as private practice, with extensive experience in Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion work.
Hi, I am Blake Williamson. I have been in private practice for over 13 years. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger issues, addiction, trauma, and PTSD. Welcome to taking that first step towards healing your mental health. Psychotherapy & counseling can help us to heal. Mental health is interconnected to physical health. If I find your issues are beyond my scope and practice, I will refer you to other therapists, etc. You are welcome to stop therapy at any time and change therapists.
Hi, I am Blake Williamson. I have been in private practice for over 13 years. I specialize in anxiety, depression, anger issues, addiction, trauma, and PTSD. Welcome to taking that first step towards healing your mental health. Psychotherapy & counseling can help us to heal. Mental health is interconnected to physical health. If I find your issues are beyond my scope and practice, I will refer you to other therapists, etc. You are welcome to stop therapy at any time and change therapists.
Kenneth Graves
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEDS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newport Beach, CA 92660
Life is so hard. There are no manuals for life right now. Maybe you have no idea what to do, where to go, and how to get through. You are not alone. Therapy can be a place to find rest, support, encouragement, and direction.
Life is so hard. There are no manuals for life right now. Maybe you have no idea what to do, where to go, and how to get through. You are not alone. Therapy can be a place to find rest, support, encouragement, and direction.
It really is time. Time to bring forward your strength to overcome your sadness and pain. Time to heal the wounds of trauma, chaos, and fear. Time to bring a peaceful balance to your day to day life. You can do this! We can do this! With some help and direction, some practice and patience, you can find positive, life changing results. We will work together; to develop behavioral strategies that can overcome your emotional challenges, build a more compassionate awareness of self and others, and bring clarity/ healing to the impact of past and present.
It really is time. Time to bring forward your strength to overcome your sadness and pain. Time to heal the wounds of trauma, chaos, and fear. Time to bring a peaceful balance to your day to day life. You can do this! We can do this! With some help and direction, some practice and patience, you can find positive, life changing results. We will work together; to develop behavioral strategies that can overcome your emotional challenges, build a more compassionate awareness of self and others, and bring clarity/ healing to the impact of past and present.
Michelle Ascher-Weinberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Irvine, CA 92602 (Online Only)
I'm so glad you are here and considering beginning the journey toward the life you want! I am devoted to providing a safe space where you can feel heard and understood without judgment. I've been a licensed therapist for over 25 years, guiding clients through the inevitable challenges we all face. I am dedicated to working with adults 18 and over with issues like depression, anxiety, recovery from addiction, life transitions, relationship challenges, and complex trauma. My framework combines cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed modalities, including internal family systems (IFS) and EMDR for deeper work.
I'm so glad you are here and considering beginning the journey toward the life you want! I am devoted to providing a safe space where you can feel heard and understood without judgment. I've been a licensed therapist for over 25 years, guiding clients through the inevitable challenges we all face. I am dedicated to working with adults 18 and over with issues like depression, anxiety, recovery from addiction, life transitions, relationship challenges, and complex trauma. My framework combines cognitive behavioral therapy, and trauma-informed modalities, including internal family systems (IFS) and EMDR for deeper work.
Tiffany Knowlton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
I am so honored that you are taking the opportunity to review my profile. I have been in the field for 22 years and have been a licensed marriage and family therapist for 18. For many years, I worked in the secular world and began working primarily as a Christian psychotherapist in 2010. I will never go back! The difference I’ve seen in my clients since then has been astounding! If you’re looking for a psychotherapist that is responsible and is extremely dedicated to your well-being giving all the glory to God, you have come to the right place.
I am so honored that you are taking the opportunity to review my profile. I have been in the field for 22 years and have been a licensed marriage and family therapist for 18. For many years, I worked in the secular world and began working primarily as a Christian psychotherapist in 2010. I will never go back! The difference I’ve seen in my clients since then has been astounding! If you’re looking for a psychotherapist that is responsible and is extremely dedicated to your well-being giving all the glory to God, you have come to the right place.
Nanette Sebourn Couples-Individual-Sex specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
Ms. Sebourn is IMPARTIAL, KIND AND ACCURATE. She believes the best way to experience therapy is FACE to FACE, in person. She specializes in sex therapy for individuals and couples. She is a Psychologist, a Healer and an Educator so her treatments use all three modes to help with any issue. Her hours are 12noon to 7pm to accommodate everyone's schedule on Mondays thru Thursday. She wrote a book titled "Love with a Brain" ( ISBN-13 : 978-0578661698 ) and it is available on Amazon. She offers a free meet & greet so please call to find out more. She honestly cares about her clients. See for yourself at Nanettesebourn.com
Ms. Sebourn is IMPARTIAL, KIND AND ACCURATE. She believes the best way to experience therapy is FACE to FACE, in person. She specializes in sex therapy for individuals and couples. She is a Psychologist, a Healer and an Educator so her treatments use all three modes to help with any issue. Her hours are 12noon to 7pm to accommodate everyone's schedule on Mondays thru Thursday. She wrote a book titled "Love with a Brain" ( ISBN-13 : 978-0578661698 ) and it is available on Amazon. She offers a free meet & greet so please call to find out more. She honestly cares about her clients. See for yourself at Nanettesebourn.com
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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
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 alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.