Substance Use Therapists in Menlo Park, CA
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Christine Moberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Individuals often come to therapy because they are having difficulties in relationships, coping with work-related stress, or managing intense emotions related to past experiences. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or substance use which they feel has become unmanageable. My aim as a therapist is to help you reconnect with your own strengths and empower you to overcome your challenges, to see things in a new way, or perhaps, to identify your goals and values. I view therapy as a very collaborative process in which we will work together to help you build the life you want to live.
Individuals often come to therapy because they are having difficulties in relationships, coping with work-related stress, or managing intense emotions related to past experiences. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, or substance use which they feel has become unmanageable. My aim as a therapist is to help you reconnect with your own strengths and empower you to overcome your challenges, to see things in a new way, or perhaps, to identify your goals and values. I view therapy as a very collaborative process in which we will work together to help you build the life you want to live.
![Photo of Lirio Ohlson, LMFT, LPCC, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4406a530-b9b0-48fe-a27c-523634366397/1/320x400.png)
I am passionate about helping couples craft deeply nourishing and caring relationships. In our meetings we learn the skills required for loving another person well: good communication, problem solving and repair. We explore what it means for each person to feel loved and cared for and work toward a dance that honors each members unique preferences. I also help couples have important conversations about crafting a mutually satisfying shared vision of what a meaningful life is as romantic partners, parents and community members. We work on healing from painful past ruptures such as infidelity, substance use and frequent fighting.
I am passionate about helping couples craft deeply nourishing and caring relationships. In our meetings we learn the skills required for loving another person well: good communication, problem solving and repair. We explore what it means for each person to feel loved and cared for and work toward a dance that honors each members unique preferences. I also help couples have important conversations about crafting a mutually satisfying shared vision of what a meaningful life is as romantic partners, parents and community members. We work on healing from painful past ruptures such as infidelity, substance use and frequent fighting.
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Struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use or other self-defeating behaviors? Challenged by work, relationship or family issues? Concerned about your own or your teen's mood, judgment, behavior? Executive or founder stress? General overwhelm?
Therapy provides a safe space for processing thoughts and feelings, and for exploring different ways of being. Whatever your concerns, we'll work together to help you feel better. My style is warm and collaborative, with a sense of humor. Our work can develop your strengths & self-confidence & help you feel more comfortable in your own skin, leading to a greater sense of vitality and peace of mind.
Struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use or other self-defeating behaviors? Challenged by work, relationship or family issues? Concerned about your own or your teen's mood, judgment, behavior? Executive or founder stress? General overwhelm?
Therapy provides a safe space for processing thoughts and feelings, and for exploring different ways of being. Whatever your concerns, we'll work together to help you feel better. My style is warm and collaborative, with a sense of humor. Our work can develop your strengths & self-confidence & help you feel more comfortable in your own skin, leading to a greater sense of vitality and peace of mind.
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Meredith Roberts
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025
I offer adolescents, young adults and parents a safe, judgement free space to explore/express: feelings of depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, peer or partner relationship issues, school/academic issues, substance use, issues specific to gender and sexual identity, grief/loss, trauma, divorce, remarriage, familial relationship challenges and more.
I am an Associate Marriage Family Therapist and am passionate about helping teens, young adults, and parents learn how to work through the inevitable difficulties that come with this unique stage of life. The majority of my practice focuses on individual work related to identification of key issues/concerns, development of trust and safety, increasing levels of self-awareness, and growth and healing through positive communication. My approach is warm, non-judgemental and client centered, with an emphasis on connection.
I offer adolescents, young adults and parents a safe, judgement free space to explore/express: feelings of depression and anxiety, low self-esteem, peer or partner relationship issues, school/academic issues, substance use, issues specific to gender and sexual identity, grief/loss, trauma, divorce, remarriage, familial relationship challenges and more.
I am an Associate Marriage Family Therapist and am passionate about helping teens, young adults, and parents learn how to work through the inevitable difficulties that come with this unique stage of life. The majority of my practice focuses on individual work related to identification of key issues/concerns, development of trust and safety, increasing levels of self-awareness, and growth and healing through positive communication. My approach is warm, non-judgemental and client centered, with an emphasis on connection.
![Photo of Taylor J Smith, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3f400d11-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
As a therapist, I want to work with people to help them to get unstuck. There are a lot of different ways one can be stuck, physically (pain), emotionally, socially, professionally, with a substance and many others. Like spinning your tires when stuck in the mud. It is the wrong thing to do, but it is the easiest thing to try when you are alone. Getting unstuck most times requires some help. That is where therapy can come in handy. Please contact me for a brief consultation to see if I can be the right person to help you.
As a therapist, I want to work with people to help them to get unstuck. There are a lot of different ways one can be stuck, physically (pain), emotionally, socially, professionally, with a substance and many others. Like spinning your tires when stuck in the mud. It is the wrong thing to do, but it is the easiest thing to try when you are alone. Getting unstuck most times requires some help. That is where therapy can come in handy. Please contact me for a brief consultation to see if I can be the right person to help you.
![Photo of Katherine Hohbach, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4c38fd4f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Trauma and many of its related challenges can cause emotional reactions and physical responses causing you to wonder, will this ever get better? You may wonder, how long can I tolerate this bravery? I welcome supporting you. If complicated life themes tend to show up unexpectedly in behaviors that cause you to second guess yourself, I can help. Let’s collaborate and explore this knotted chain, which is really a portal into what blocks self confidence and connection. We'll find new solutions, reduce or resolve triggers that affect your everyday life in a way that is paced.
Trauma and many of its related challenges can cause emotional reactions and physical responses causing you to wonder, will this ever get better? You may wonder, how long can I tolerate this bravery? I welcome supporting you. If complicated life themes tend to show up unexpectedly in behaviors that cause you to second guess yourself, I can help. Let’s collaborate and explore this knotted chain, which is really a portal into what blocks self confidence and connection. We'll find new solutions, reduce or resolve triggers that affect your everyday life in a way that is paced.
![Photo of Sarah Hausman, MA, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/e4d894f2-2aa4-4ae6-9a20-8206e174a617/2/320x400.jpeg)
Sarah Hausman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
I am here to help clients who seek support for something that isn't working in their life in this moment. I find I am especially drawn to helping folks that consider themselves nervous, anxious, perfectionists and over-thinkers. Clients I work with are those that experience guilt, shame, or immense pressure in their daily lives; those whose inner voice may be critical and a bit too loud. They may have turned to the internet, voraciously googling for answers or they may have turned to substances that began in moderation and teetered into indulgent. Clients that come to work with me are looking for relief, clarity, and a quiet mind.
I am here to help clients who seek support for something that isn't working in their life in this moment. I find I am especially drawn to helping folks that consider themselves nervous, anxious, perfectionists and over-thinkers. Clients I work with are those that experience guilt, shame, or immense pressure in their daily lives; those whose inner voice may be critical and a bit too loud. They may have turned to the internet, voraciously googling for answers or they may have turned to substances that began in moderation and teetered into indulgent. Clients that come to work with me are looking for relief, clarity, and a quiet mind.
![Photo of Roger Grossman, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/0da83620-6cb2-4157-826d-08dd18e6c6f4/1/320x400.jpeg)
Roger Grossman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
My name is Roger Grossman I literally wrote to book on how to have a successful marriage: "Making Marriage Work: A User’s Guide To A Successful Marriage" by Roger Grossman, I Am Not The Smile and Nod Therapist. I roll up my sleeves and get in there with you. I have a great BS detector. I’ll call you on your stuff. We’ll laugh (a lot).
My name is Roger Grossman I literally wrote to book on how to have a successful marriage: "Making Marriage Work: A User’s Guide To A Successful Marriage" by Roger Grossman, I Am Not The Smile and Nod Therapist. I roll up my sleeves and get in there with you. I have a great BS detector. I’ll call you on your stuff. We’ll laugh (a lot).
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Katie Luce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? It takes courage to ask for help and commit to making significant life changes, so I commend you for taking the first step on your journey. Often my clients are struggling with limiting beliefs and old patterns of behavior that are holding them back. My approach is warm, authentic, and collaborative, and my goal is to support my clients on a path to healing and a more fulfilled life. I am unique in that I balance listening with offering concrete tools and ideas, and have a straightforward approach around ambivalence or resistance that could be keeping a client from moving forward.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck? It takes courage to ask for help and commit to making significant life changes, so I commend you for taking the first step on your journey. Often my clients are struggling with limiting beliefs and old patterns of behavior that are holding them back. My approach is warm, authentic, and collaborative, and my goal is to support my clients on a path to healing and a more fulfilled life. I am unique in that I balance listening with offering concrete tools and ideas, and have a straightforward approach around ambivalence or resistance that could be keeping a client from moving forward.
![Photo of Tiffany Hanzal, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/6befddea-c4dc-4a73-af4e-6a64fcfa57c8/1/320x400.jpeg)
My name is Tiffany Hanzal and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California. I have over ten years of clinical experience in various diverse areas including working with those with needs in Crisis, Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, addiction, and Dual-Diagnosis, life stress, and Post- Traumatic Stress. My approach to therapy is client centered. My approach to providing therapy is to ensure that an integrative approach is used to allow for flexibility and to respond directly to each clients needs and goals.
My name is Tiffany Hanzal and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist practicing in California. I have over ten years of clinical experience in various diverse areas including working with those with needs in Crisis, Trauma, Grief, Anxiety, Depression, addiction, and Dual-Diagnosis, life stress, and Post- Traumatic Stress. My approach to therapy is client centered. My approach to providing therapy is to ensure that an integrative approach is used to allow for flexibility and to respond directly to each clients needs and goals.
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I strive to understand each person within their unique context and narrative. Beginning therapy can be scary and distressing. This is why it is important for me to provide an intentional safe space to allow you to grow, heal, and find your inner strength for change.
I strive to understand each person within their unique context and narrative. Beginning therapy can be scary and distressing. This is why it is important for me to provide an intentional safe space to allow you to grow, heal, and find your inner strength for change.
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1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
The Bay Area provides a very unique set of challenges for children and families to navigate. As a clinician with over 15 years of direct private practice work I feel uniquely qualified to help adolescents and their families work through these issues. I take a holistic and comprehensive approach to each individual and their family and form a compassionate relationship focused on measurable progress and change.
The Bay Area provides a very unique set of challenges for children and families to navigate. As a clinician with over 15 years of direct private practice work I feel uniquely qualified to help adolescents and their families work through these issues. I take a holistic and comprehensive approach to each individual and their family and form a compassionate relationship focused on measurable progress and change.
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Hannah Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
My clinical work is focused on treating individuals with co-occurring psychiatric, medical, and addictive disorders. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a trauma-informed therapist, I provide a supportive environment to help you explore an existing problem from a new perspective.
My clinical work is focused on treating individuals with co-occurring psychiatric, medical, and addictive disorders. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. As a trauma-informed therapist, I provide a supportive environment to help you explore an existing problem from a new perspective.
![Photo of Nuria Lopez, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/ca689ea9-bea6-4b47-ab02-a210954b11e0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Nuria Lopez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
Because I believe we are mind, body, and soul, I have a holistic approach in my practice. We are each unique individuals with different problems, needs and wants and therefore require a personalized and individualized treatment to resolve symptoms and conflicts. Emphasizing uniqueness, I utilize an integrative approach in your treatment through the use of various modalities while applying diverse techniques and interventions. This will help you become more in touch with your whole self and recover from any trauma or adverse life experiences and the psychological distress produced by it.
Because I believe we are mind, body, and soul, I have a holistic approach in my practice. We are each unique individuals with different problems, needs and wants and therefore require a personalized and individualized treatment to resolve symptoms and conflicts. Emphasizing uniqueness, I utilize an integrative approach in your treatment through the use of various modalities while applying diverse techniques and interventions. This will help you become more in touch with your whole self and recover from any trauma or adverse life experiences and the psychological distress produced by it.
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Philip B. Rahm
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Are you struggling with issues of depression and or anxiety? Do you know you have a problem with alcohol and or drugs and need experienced, effective and compassionate care? Are you feeling stuck in a relationship where one or both of you are unhappy and it seems that no matter what you try, the relationship just does not get better? My name is Dr. Philip Rahm and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been helping individuals, couples, families and adolescents work through and successfully resolve their difficulties for over 30 years.
Are you struggling with issues of depression and or anxiety? Do you know you have a problem with alcohol and or drugs and need experienced, effective and compassionate care? Are you feeling stuck in a relationship where one or both of you are unhappy and it seems that no matter what you try, the relationship just does not get better? My name is Dr. Philip Rahm and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who has been helping individuals, couples, families and adolescents work through and successfully resolve their difficulties for over 30 years.
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Welcome to my practice. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, or other issues impacting your ability to live your life to its fullest, I would be happy to speak with you about working together. I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My work focuses on both internal stumbling blocks to feeling better and on interpersonal problems with important people in your life. We will focus on leveraging your strengths to tackle the difficulties you are experiencing.
Welcome to my practice. If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, or other issues impacting your ability to live your life to its fullest, I would be happy to speak with you about working together. I am a clinical psychologist with over 25 years experience working with individuals, couples, and families. My work focuses on both internal stumbling blocks to feeling better and on interpersonal problems with important people in your life. We will focus on leveraging your strengths to tackle the difficulties you are experiencing.
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Mary Pat Killoran
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with addiction or loving someone who is? Are life transitions like divorce, the loss of a relationship, or grief weighing you down? Life can be incredibly challenging when you're facing issues like addiction, navigating the complexities of loving an alcoholic, or dealing with the heartbreak of a relationship ending. These struggles can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of where to turn next. You don't have to face them alone. Whether you're dealing with depression, relationship problems, or the deep pain of grief, I'm here to help you find a way forward. Together, we can explore your feelings, iden
Are you struggling with addiction or loving someone who is? Are life transitions like divorce, the loss of a relationship, or grief weighing you down? Life can be incredibly challenging when you're facing issues like addiction, navigating the complexities of loving an alcoholic, or dealing with the heartbreak of a relationship ending. These struggles can leave you feeling lost, overwhelmed, and unsure of where to turn next. You don't have to face them alone. Whether you're dealing with depression, relationship problems, or the deep pain of grief, I'm here to help you find a way forward. Together, we can explore your feelings, iden
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I use a strength-based approach to foster genuine self-acceptance & to support clients in finding meaning. My philosophy centers around building & harnessing connections between the body, emotions, thoughts & behaviors to create healing & growth. This is an active, evidence-based approach that addresses the whole person. Treatment is uniquely individualized & with over a decade of clinical experience, I am competent in helping clients to not only heal but to make real gains. This can involve setting/tracking measurable goals for therapy to help guide our work and offer insight into obstacles along the way.
I use a strength-based approach to foster genuine self-acceptance & to support clients in finding meaning. My philosophy centers around building & harnessing connections between the body, emotions, thoughts & behaviors to create healing & growth. This is an active, evidence-based approach that addresses the whole person. Treatment is uniquely individualized & with over a decade of clinical experience, I am competent in helping clients to not only heal but to make real gains. This can involve setting/tracking measurable goals for therapy to help guide our work and offer insight into obstacles along the way.
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Hillary Sinnott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you often get told that you don't quite seem like your old self? Do you sometimes feel like you could be living a different life if you could overcome some of the things you are carrying with you? I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults who are looking for a shift in their lives - whether in relationships, career, school or how they view themselves.
Do you feel stuck in your life? Do you often get told that you don't quite seem like your old self? Do you sometimes feel like you could be living a different life if you could overcome some of the things you are carrying with you? I am passionate about working with adolescents and adults who are looking for a shift in their lives - whether in relationships, career, school or how they view themselves.
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Rachel L. Veronneau
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Menlo Park, CA 94025
VIEW revmft.com for my detailed website! Good therapy involves the right match. I also provide a free 30 minute (in person) question and answer session (not counseling). This allows you to understand what your therapy process will look like. If we decide to work together, you will be involved in a very action oriented therapy. Our work will encourage you to practice your new skills during the week. I try to use approaches that you find helpful like: writing in a journal, reading books, support groups, and/or your spiritual practices, that may help while you are in therapy.
VIEW revmft.com for my detailed website! Good therapy involves the right match. I also provide a free 30 minute (in person) question and answer session (not counseling). This allows you to understand what your therapy process will look like. If we decide to work together, you will be involved in a very action oriented therapy. Our work will encourage you to practice your new skills during the week. I try to use approaches that you find helpful like: writing in a journal, reading books, support groups, and/or your spiritual practices, that may help while you are in therapy.
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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.