Drug Abuse Therapists in San Jose, CA

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Christine Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
Need someone to help you with relationship issues, anxiety, alcohol or drug abuse, or sexual addiction? I am dedicated and passionate about helping individuals and couples regain a healthier sense of self and work through relationship obstacles. My approach to healing includes the integration of psychological, biblical, and recovery principles. I work regularly with issues related to loss of self in relationships, trust and intimacy issues, difficulty setting boundaries, unresolved hurts or trauma, addictions, and spirituality.
Need someone to help you with relationship issues, anxiety, alcohol or drug abuse, or sexual addiction? I am dedicated and passionate about helping individuals and couples regain a healthier sense of self and work through relationship obstacles. My approach to healing includes the integration of psychological, biblical, and recovery principles. I work regularly with issues related to loss of self in relationships, trust and intimacy issues, difficulty setting boundaries, unresolved hurts or trauma, addictions, and spirituality.
(408) 816-2301 View (408) 816-2301
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Ed Gresick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, LAADC, EMDR(C), CSOTP
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
My ideal client is motivated to engage in the change process and is willing to follow suggestions and direction that will result in real second order change that is truly life changing. I am uniquely qualified in treating various addictions including alcohol and drug abuse, sex addictions and compulsive behaviors, problem gambling and the many underlying issues involved. I am very effective in getting to and helping my clients resolve the root causes of their addictions. I am very effective in helping clients resolve addiction related issues including self-esteem, codependency, anxiety, anger and trauma using CBT, EMDR and FSAP.
My ideal client is motivated to engage in the change process and is willing to follow suggestions and direction that will result in real second order change that is truly life changing. I am uniquely qualified in treating various addictions including alcohol and drug abuse, sex addictions and compulsive behaviors, problem gambling and the many underlying issues involved. I am very effective in getting to and helping my clients resolve the root causes of their addictions. I am very effective in helping clients resolve addiction related issues including self-esteem, codependency, anxiety, anger and trauma using CBT, EMDR and FSAP.
(408) 498-5610 View (408) 498-5610
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Irina Tsukanova
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC I
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
If alcohol and other substances became the only way for you to deal with daily problems, I can help you to navigate through the endless circle. As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life. Oftentimes, we neglect to care for our needs and wants. Each person has a unique situation, and I will make your journey to recovery easier. I use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and many other methods to help my client to overcome the substance use disorder.
If alcohol and other substances became the only way for you to deal with daily problems, I can help you to navigate through the endless circle. As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life. Oftentimes, we neglect to care for our needs and wants. Each person has a unique situation, and I will make your journey to recovery easier. I use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and many other methods to help my client to overcome the substance use disorder.
(408) 840-4086 View (408) 840-4086
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Demetria Zappacosta-Iacocca
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAADC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Addiction and Recovery Counseling is for anyone who feels that alcohol or drugs are affecting them negatively. As a Licensed Recovery Counselor I offer individuals, couples and families help to develop plans for reaching their recovery goals and making positive changes in their lives. Addiction and Recovery Counseling is an opportunity for families to learn about addiction and the behaviors that go along with it. I help families understand what role they play in their loved ones addiction and recovery.
Addiction and Recovery Counseling is for anyone who feels that alcohol or drugs are affecting them negatively. As a Licensed Recovery Counselor I offer individuals, couples and families help to develop plans for reaching their recovery goals and making positive changes in their lives. Addiction and Recovery Counseling is an opportunity for families to learn about addiction and the behaviors that go along with it. I help families understand what role they play in their loved ones addiction and recovery.
(408) 320-0867 View (408) 320-0867
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Kacey Truong
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
Do you struggle with anxiety and depression due to your childhood trauma? Are you having problems with your partner or family members due to life transition issues? Are you experiencing increased stress, fears, and doubts around the future? I believe that we all have the capacity to heal our emotional wounds and create meaningful changes. My goal as a therapist is to offer you a safe place in which you can process insights, concerns, and emotions associated with trauma.
(408) 351-4182 View (408) 351-4182
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Vicki Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95126
My name is Vicki Foster. I have an MFT license in Ca. I have been working with individual adults, adolescents, families, and couples for over 30 yrs. I have worked in every level of mental health care and have been teaching clinical Psychology courses at the graduate level for 17 yrs., as well. I am an eclectic therapist that draws from a wide range of theories, whichever one or combination would be most helpful in the resolution of the issues at hand.
My name is Vicki Foster. I have an MFT license in Ca. I have been working with individual adults, adolescents, families, and couples for over 30 yrs. I have worked in every level of mental health care and have been teaching clinical Psychology courses at the graduate level for 17 yrs., as well. I am an eclectic therapist that draws from a wide range of theories, whichever one or combination would be most helpful in the resolution of the issues at hand.
(650) 789-6522 View (650) 789-6522
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David Biggs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125  (Online Only)
Hello, and thank you for viewing my profile. Over the past 30 years, I’ve had the privilege to work with clients in a variety of settings, including clinical, residential, and for the past 13 years, in private practice. Throughout that time I've helped clients resolve a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I also have extensive experience treating clients whose lives have been negatively impacted by alcohol and other drugs, and with others who are struggling with compulsive behavior related to video gaming, gambling, and internet porn.
Hello, and thank you for viewing my profile. Over the past 30 years, I’ve had the privilege to work with clients in a variety of settings, including clinical, residential, and for the past 13 years, in private practice. Throughout that time I've helped clients resolve a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, and relationship issues. I also have extensive experience treating clients whose lives have been negatively impacted by alcohol and other drugs, and with others who are struggling with compulsive behavior related to video gaming, gambling, and internet porn.
(408) 596-5268 View (408) 596-5268
Sabrina Ayoub
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95123
Hey, I'm Sabrina Ayoub, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your path to well-being. Life can throw challenges your way, from anxiety to depression and intricate relationships. I bring a mix of psychodynamic theory for depth and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for practical solutions. Let's work together to break through patterns and set the stage for your healing and growth.
Hey, I'm Sabrina Ayoub, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I'm here to support you on your path to well-being. Life can throw challenges your way, from anxiety to depression and intricate relationships. I bring a mix of psychodynamic theory for depth and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for practical solutions. Let's work together to break through patterns and set the stage for your healing and growth.
(669) 215-4125 View (669) 215-4125
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Kara Starkey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124
Not accepting new clients
Change can be difficult -- Allow me to help you succeed on your journey! Throughout my years of experience, I've found great joy and satisfaction in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with children treating for phobias, unhappiness, divorce, grief, separation issues, abuse, neglect, poor self-esteem, and problems adjusting to life transitions. I use a combination of play therapy, art therapy, and talk therapy, as appropriate per the child's developmental level.
Change can be difficult -- Allow me to help you succeed on your journey! Throughout my years of experience, I've found great joy and satisfaction in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I work with children treating for phobias, unhappiness, divorce, grief, separation issues, abuse, neglect, poor self-esteem, and problems adjusting to life transitions. I use a combination of play therapy, art therapy, and talk therapy, as appropriate per the child's developmental level.
(408) 759-5147 View (408) 759-5147
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Michael Southerland
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95127
Hi! My name is Michael Southerland, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working in the Los Angeles, CA area. This means I focus primarily on relationships, be it individuals having difficulty with rough spots in life, couples, children, and families. I am comfortable working with almost any problem. However, my specialties include depression, anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, codependency, ADHD, and especially LGBT + engender identity. Don't hesitate to reach out to me and ask me if I have experience in working with clients like you. I'm looking forward to hearing.
Hi! My name is Michael Southerland, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family therapist working in the Los Angeles, CA area. This means I focus primarily on relationships, be it individuals having difficulty with rough spots in life, couples, children, and families. I am comfortable working with almost any problem. However, my specialties include depression, anxiety, substance abuse and addiction, codependency, ADHD, and especially LGBT + engender identity. Don't hesitate to reach out to me and ask me if I have experience in working with clients like you. I'm looking forward to hearing.
(650) 670-4976 View (650) 670-4976
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Steven M. Schoser, MA, LPCC
Counselor, MA, LPCC, NCC, CCMHC, HS-BCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95117
Not accepting new clients
Feeling like no one understands what you are going through and wondering where to turn? When dealing with life's struggles, no matter how big or small, we often wish we could find someone who understands, is supportive, takes the time to listen, and who will help create a safe and supportive environment and build a trusting relationship to help navigate through life's twists and turns.
Feeling like no one understands what you are going through and wondering where to turn? When dealing with life's struggles, no matter how big or small, we often wish we could find someone who understands, is supportive, takes the time to listen, and who will help create a safe and supportive environment and build a trusting relationship to help navigate through life's twists and turns.
(303) 816-3896 View (303) 816-3896
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Hazzel Angulo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
Trauma, anxiety, and addiction can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.
(408) 351-0990 View (408) 351-0990
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Madison Ledda- Simmons
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95125
Welcome! I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults who are navigating through challenging life transitions, grappling with anxiety, or experiencing difficulties in their relationships. I believe in tailoring therapy to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing techniques that resonate with their individual strengths and preferences. Whether it's transitioning to college, navigating a career change, or adjusting to a new family dynamic, I help clients develop coping skills and resilience to successfully navigate life's transitions.
Welcome! I specialize in working with children, teens, and young adults who are navigating through challenging life transitions, grappling with anxiety, or experiencing difficulties in their relationships. I believe in tailoring therapy to meet the unique needs of each client, utilizing techniques that resonate with their individual strengths and preferences. Whether it's transitioning to college, navigating a career change, or adjusting to a new family dynamic, I help clients develop coping skills and resilience to successfully navigate life's transitions.
(408) 542-0427 View (408) 542-0427
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Brittany Woodward
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95120  (Online Only)
Currently has availability! Brittany Woodward, LMFT, specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, providing individual and family therapy. With a client-centered approach, Brittany values and respects each individual's autonomy, empowering them to create positive changes in their lives. Her years of experience in high acuity programs, such as intensive outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization, have equipped her with the skills necessary to handle complex cases and provide comprehensive care.
Currently has availability! Brittany Woodward, LMFT, specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and adults, providing individual and family therapy. With a client-centered approach, Brittany values and respects each individual's autonomy, empowering them to create positive changes in their lives. Her years of experience in high acuity programs, such as intensive outpatient treatment and partial hospitalization, have equipped her with the skills necessary to handle complex cases and provide comprehensive care.
(408) 457-1394 View (408) 457-1394
Celanire Shangraw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95120
Hi, my name is Celanire (Cel) Shangraw and I am an LCSW. I enjoy supporting my clients to live a happier and more fulfilling life by overcoming obstacles and hurdles. I work with a wide variety of clients, mostly aged 18-40. I have worked in inpatient settings treating severe substance use and mental health concerns. I use a person-centered focus. I prescribe a number of different modalities since each individual client may need a different approach to meet their needs.
Hi, my name is Celanire (Cel) Shangraw and I am an LCSW. I enjoy supporting my clients to live a happier and more fulfilling life by overcoming obstacles and hurdles. I work with a wide variety of clients, mostly aged 18-40. I have worked in inpatient settings treating severe substance use and mental health concerns. I use a person-centered focus. I prescribe a number of different modalities since each individual client may need a different approach to meet their needs.
(669) 338-1084 View (669) 338-1084
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Alex Tipton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
I work with adults and teenagers who are looking to manage symptoms of Anxiety, Depression, and Trauma. I will be with you on the journey of healing to discovery, recovery, and connection to your true self. I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing life transition issues such as career/academic concerns and relationship stress. I approach therapy with a person-centered mindset to create as comfortable and welcoming an environment as I can. I believe the trust built between you and a therapist is one of the more powerful tools we as clinicians can offer, and I hope to garner that trust in my own practice.
(408) 359-1739 View (408) 359-1739
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Navpreet Chima
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95124  (Online Only)
It can be frustrating to not see any progress in talk therapy, to be told to trust the process. By providing evidence-based therapy for depression, anxiety, and complex trauma, each session feels productive, like work is being done, until the client feels almost like their own therapist. If you find yourself feeling unmotivated, empty, having trouble deeply connecting with others, wanting to change but being unable to do so, despite trying self help books/podcasts, reaching out to a therapist that uses an evidence based approach is a great first step!
It can be frustrating to not see any progress in talk therapy, to be told to trust the process. By providing evidence-based therapy for depression, anxiety, and complex trauma, each session feels productive, like work is being done, until the client feels almost like their own therapist. If you find yourself feeling unmotivated, empty, having trouble deeply connecting with others, wanting to change but being unable to do so, despite trying self help books/podcasts, reaching out to a therapist that uses an evidence based approach is a great first step!
(415) 306-8687 View (415) 306-8687
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Lori Buelna
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, GC-C
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95136
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with stress, dealing with anxiety/depression and poor sleep due to a life transition, or caregiver stress. Maybe you or a loved one is managing a serious health condition and hope to learn of coping skills and various resources. You may be a parent, a teen or young adult experiencing stress or loss of a loved one or a relationship. I believe people are insightful, resilient and have the innate ability to adapt and adjust to all types of challenging circumstances. You deserve to set aside time and space to think through your thoughts, values, identify feelings in order to move forward to find balance.
Perhaps you are overwhelmed with stress, dealing with anxiety/depression and poor sleep due to a life transition, or caregiver stress. Maybe you or a loved one is managing a serious health condition and hope to learn of coping skills and various resources. You may be a parent, a teen or young adult experiencing stress or loss of a loved one or a relationship. I believe people are insightful, resilient and have the innate ability to adapt and adjust to all types of challenging circumstances. You deserve to set aside time and space to think through your thoughts, values, identify feelings in order to move forward to find balance.
(408) 413-1402 View (408) 413-1402
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Seijiro Nishina
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95128
Psychotherapy is a way of creating safe/trusted relationship with a therapist while discovering different views of what clients face in their life.
Psychotherapy is a way of creating safe/trusted relationship with a therapist while discovering different views of what clients face in their life.
(408) 260-5481 View (408) 260-5481
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Jamie Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Jose, CA 95125
I will work with you from a systemic perspective, integrating various therapeutic approaches to accommodate your individual and/or family's needs. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment and I will collaborate with you to uncover what is at the root of your thoughts and feelings and will help you learn ways to cope and heal.
I will work with you from a systemic perspective, integrating various therapeutic approaches to accommodate your individual and/or family's needs. I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment and I will collaborate with you to uncover what is at the root of your thoughts and feelings and will help you learn ways to cope and heal.
(408) 956-6121 View (408) 956-6121
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Drug Abuse 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.