Substance Use Therapists in Solana Beach, CA
David Serbin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
I have extensive experience working with couples, substance use counseling, veterans issues, depression, and anxiety.
Are you feeling tired, depressed, anxious? Have you ever felt as though you were too depressed to even get out of bed? It’s easy for our negative thoughts to consume us. This is because our brains have a hardwired negativity bias that helped our ancestors survive. For this reason, we are left with brains that often focus on the negative, while minimizing the positive aspects of our lives. It can seem like our brains cut out the positive components of our being, like a deleted scene from a movie.
I have extensive experience working with couples, substance use counseling, veterans issues, depression, and anxiety.
Are you feeling tired, depressed, anxious? Have you ever felt as though you were too depressed to even get out of bed? It’s easy for our negative thoughts to consume us. This is because our brains have a hardwired negativity bias that helped our ancestors survive. For this reason, we are left with brains that often focus on the negative, while minimizing the positive aspects of our lives. It can seem like our brains cut out the positive components of our being, like a deleted scene from a movie.
Michelle MacPherson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
I treat substance use.
Hello! Many of my clients feel "stuck", like they're not Iiving their best life. I help my clients manage negative thoughts, provide clarity and support during transitional life and relationship issues, address self-sabotaging behaviors and increase coping skills. I provide a therapeutic space to help get you “unstuck”, enhance your motivation and navigate the stressors of life with improved overall functioning. Enhancing overall physical, mental and emotional health is the most rewarding aspect of my practice. and I rely heavily on the latest advances in behavioral science to provide the best therapeutic services available.
I treat substance use.
Hello! Many of my clients feel "stuck", like they're not Iiving their best life. I help my clients manage negative thoughts, provide clarity and support during transitional life and relationship issues, address self-sabotaging behaviors and increase coping skills. I provide a therapeutic space to help get you “unstuck”, enhance your motivation and navigate the stressors of life with improved overall functioning. Enhancing overall physical, mental and emotional health is the most rewarding aspect of my practice. and I rely heavily on the latest advances in behavioral science to provide the best therapeutic services available.
I believe in treating the underlying issues that led to excessive substance use in the first place, and help to facilitate a change in which individuals, couples, or families can manage their distress in healthier ways.
I work with individuals, couples and families, ranging from middle school age upward. My primary focus, no matter the age or presenting problem, is to provide a nonjudgmental and unconditional space to process whatever difficulties you may be facing. I take a collaborative approach to sessions, meaning we work together each week to determine the best goals for your particular circumstance. I have an extensive background, both personal and professional, in the helping navigate the various challenges that come with substance abuse. I bring a level of understanding to the recovery process that can only be gained by having lived it.
I believe in treating the underlying issues that led to excessive substance use in the first place, and help to facilitate a change in which individuals, couples, or families can manage their distress in healthier ways.
I work with individuals, couples and families, ranging from middle school age upward. My primary focus, no matter the age or presenting problem, is to provide a nonjudgmental and unconditional space to process whatever difficulties you may be facing. I take a collaborative approach to sessions, meaning we work together each week to determine the best goals for your particular circumstance. I have an extensive background, both personal and professional, in the helping navigate the various challenges that come with substance abuse. I bring a level of understanding to the recovery process that can only be gained by having lived it.
Connected ~ Seen & Heard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075
We have the expertise to support you through anxiety, depression, the parenting journey from preconception to child raising, understanding family dynamics, developmental trauma, and other trauma related issues such as substance use, relationship abuse, codependency, and attachment styles.
Connected - Seen & Heard is a unique space that honors the human need and desire to belong. We strive to offer the concept and experience of authentic connection through individual, family, couples, or group therapy, workshops. community events, retreats, and trainings. As an attachment-based group practice we believe that wounding happens in relationship, and therefore so does healing! The basis of connection is safety, trust, and vulnerability. It is in this safe space where we experience emotional healing and develop an understanding of self and of others.
We have the expertise to support you through anxiety, depression, the parenting journey from preconception to child raising, understanding family dynamics, developmental trauma, and other trauma related issues such as substance use, relationship abuse, codependency, and attachment styles.
Connected - Seen & Heard is a unique space that honors the human need and desire to belong. We strive to offer the concept and experience of authentic connection through individual, family, couples, or group therapy, workshops. community events, retreats, and trainings. As an attachment-based group practice we believe that wounding happens in relationship, and therefore so does healing! The basis of connection is safety, trust, and vulnerability. It is in this safe space where we experience emotional healing and develop an understanding of self and of others.
Patti Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Hi, I’m Patti. In this fast paced world, there never seems to be enough time for you. Being pulled in many directions, always feeling rushed, and like life is out of control. Maybe you feel alone even while surrounded by others, Does this sound familiar? I’ve spent over a decade working in the mental health field. My career began working with at-risk children and adolescents struggling with depression, anger, anxiety, substance use, suicidal ideations/attempts, and body image disorders.
Hi, I’m Patti. In this fast paced world, there never seems to be enough time for you. Being pulled in many directions, always feeling rushed, and like life is out of control. Maybe you feel alone even while surrounded by others, Does this sound familiar? I’ve spent over a decade working in the mental health field. My career began working with at-risk children and adolescents struggling with depression, anger, anxiety, substance use, suicidal ideations/attempts, and body image disorders.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience. I specialize in mental health wellness with a concentration on substance use and psychiatric disorders. As a faculty member for Gorski CENAPs I teach and share ways that I have used his model both with clients and personally as a person in long term recovery. Previously, I was a professor at California State University East Bay teaching Masters level students clinical theory and skills. My greatest honor though has been my service as a Marine where I learned leadership, the importance of camaraderie, and how to access resilience even when I felt defeated.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience. I specialize in mental health wellness with a concentration on substance use and psychiatric disorders. As a faculty member for Gorski CENAPs I teach and share ways that I have used his model both with clients and personally as a person in long term recovery. Previously, I was a professor at California State University East Bay teaching Masters level students clinical theory and skills. My greatest honor though has been my service as a Marine where I learned leadership, the importance of camaraderie, and how to access resilience even when I felt defeated.
Desiree Gonzalez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Iam a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in substance use disorders, trauma, and family systems, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based practices to address the complex interplay between mental health, addiction, and relational dynamics. I specialize in the following areas: Specializations Substance Use Disorders: Expertise in treating various forms of addiction, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention strategies.
Iam a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience in substance use disorders, trauma, and family systems, I am dedicated to providing compassionate and effective therapy to individuals, couples, and families. My approach is holistic, integrating evidence-based practices to address the complex interplay between mental health, addiction, and relational dynamics. I specialize in the following areas: Specializations Substance Use Disorders: Expertise in treating various forms of addiction, utilizing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and relapse prevention strategies.
Gregory Buttner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
Addressing trauma, family system and relational issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, spirituality and substance use disorders.
Experience the compassionate care and expertise of Dr. Greg Buttner, a leading therapist specializing in integrative psychotherapy. Allow him to guide you through the healing process, addressing trauma, family system issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. With his support, you can find the strength to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling and connected life.
Addressing trauma, family system and relational issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, spirituality and substance use disorders.
Experience the compassionate care and expertise of Dr. Greg Buttner, a leading therapist specializing in integrative psychotherapy. Allow him to guide you through the healing process, addressing trauma, family system issues, depression, anxiety, PTSD, and substance use disorders. With his support, you can find the strength to overcome challenges and live a fulfilling and connected life.
Simone Stear Zwipf
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
My strength is working with clients to build self-esteem, reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms, process difficult experiences and trauma, help those with substance use disorders, and improve couple and family relationships.
My name is Simone Stear Zwipf and I am so excited to partner with you. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a licensed professional clinical counselor.
My strength is working with clients to build self-esteem, reduce anxiety and depressive symptoms, process difficult experiences and trauma, help those with substance use disorders, and improve couple and family relationships.
My name is Simone Stear Zwipf and I am so excited to partner with you. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist as well as a licensed professional clinical counselor.
Kellett Tighe Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFA, MAP, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
I am here to support you in processing a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, HIV, substance use disorder and various patterns of addiction, intimate partner issues, trauma, both current and past involving families and work environments, depression, self-esteem, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
Are you experiencing relationship concerns, interpersonal challenges, or employment issues? Struggling with addiction, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, or the aftermath of trauma? As a therapist, I am here to support and guide you. I am empathetic, genuine, connected and collaborative. My role is to facilitate your understanding of what is preventing and blocking you from achieving your goals, harmony of mind and repose. Prior to becoming a therapist, I have worked for over 16 years in the entertainment industry. A process of introspection led me to discover my true passion lies in connecting with people.
I am here to support you in processing a wide range of issues, including but not limited to, HIV, substance use disorder and various patterns of addiction, intimate partner issues, trauma, both current and past involving families and work environments, depression, self-esteem, anxiety and relationship difficulties.
Are you experiencing relationship concerns, interpersonal challenges, or employment issues? Struggling with addiction, depression, self-esteem, anxiety, or the aftermath of trauma? As a therapist, I am here to support and guide you. I am empathetic, genuine, connected and collaborative. My role is to facilitate your understanding of what is preventing and blocking you from achieving your goals, harmony of mind and repose. Prior to becoming a therapist, I have worked for over 16 years in the entertainment industry. A process of introspection led me to discover my true passion lies in connecting with people.
Theresa C Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, CADC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 15 years of dedicated service in the mental health and substance use fields. My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are. My philosophy centers on the belief that everyone is inherently whole, and through somatic and holistic practices, I facilitate a journey towards self-awareness, equipping clients with tools to regain control and self-trust.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with over 15 years of dedicated service in the mental health and substance use fields. My therapeutic approach is marked by compassion and directness, creating a non-judgmental and supportive environment that embraces individuals as they are. My philosophy centers on the belief that everyone is inherently whole, and through somatic and holistic practices, I facilitate a journey towards self-awareness, equipping clients with tools to regain control and self-trust.
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We specialize in depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, academic, behavioral, spectrum and developmental difficulties, ADHD, divorce, and health issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My team of expert clinicians provide evidence-based and compassionate therapies from a range of approaches, state-of-the art testing, in-school/in-home services, medical services, and neurofeedback. We offer multiple treatment options to reduce symptoms, cope with stressors, resolve conflicts, and restore your daily life to health and wellness. We strive to provide exceptional and holistic collaborative care to educate, support, and empower individuals and families.
We specialize in depression, anxiety, loss, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, academic, behavioral, spectrum and developmental difficulties, ADHD, divorce, and health issues.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience providing services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. My team of expert clinicians provide evidence-based and compassionate therapies from a range of approaches, state-of-the art testing, in-school/in-home services, medical services, and neurofeedback. We offer multiple treatment options to reduce symptoms, cope with stressors, resolve conflicts, and restore your daily life to health and wellness. We strive to provide exceptional and holistic collaborative care to educate, support, and empower individuals and families.
Daniel Westcott
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075
You may have experienced a disruption in your life causing unmanageable discomfort or perhaps you are seeking enjoyment and life satisfaction that has been missing for some time. While pain is an inevitable part of existence, suffering does not have to be. My role is to provide a nonjudgmental space to work through what challenges you. Anxiety and depression, relational or end of relationship issues, interpersonal conflict, substance use, teenage difficulties, social anxiety, lack of meaning or purpose, are my areas of most experience.
You may have experienced a disruption in your life causing unmanageable discomfort or perhaps you are seeking enjoyment and life satisfaction that has been missing for some time. While pain is an inevitable part of existence, suffering does not have to be. My role is to provide a nonjudgmental space to work through what challenges you. Anxiety and depression, relational or end of relationship issues, interpersonal conflict, substance use, teenage difficulties, social anxiety, lack of meaning or purpose, are my areas of most experience.
If you're ready to change and you don't know how, we can work together. Whether it's emotions you'd like to have more control over, feeling a lack of purpose, relationships you want to strengthen, goals you want to accomplish, or constant anxious thoughts, together we can build your life worth living. I teach skills that allow for making changes in your life possible. I will guide you in a warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental way continuously balancing validation and prompting change. And I won't preach anything I don't practice myself.
If you're ready to change and you don't know how, we can work together. Whether it's emotions you'd like to have more control over, feeling a lack of purpose, relationships you want to strengthen, goals you want to accomplish, or constant anxious thoughts, together we can build your life worth living. I teach skills that allow for making changes in your life possible. I will guide you in a warm, empathic, and nonjudgmental way continuously balancing validation and prompting change. And I won't preach anything I don't practice myself.
I am Dr. Paul Fernandez. I have been a licensed therapist and psychologist for more than 30+ years. I have spent my career concentrating on providing mental health services to the Latino/Hispanic community in Southern California, with a special emphasis in substance abuse and addiction recovery. I bring a unique, spiritual, Latino/Hispanic perspective to mental health counseling that focuses on the needs of our community.
I am Dr. Paul Fernandez. I have been a licensed therapist and psychologist for more than 30+ years. I have spent my career concentrating on providing mental health services to the Latino/Hispanic community in Southern California, with a special emphasis in substance abuse and addiction recovery. I bring a unique, spiritual, Latino/Hispanic perspective to mental health counseling that focuses on the needs of our community.
Cortney Harden
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Solana Beach, CA 92075 (Online Only)
As a seasoned licensed Psychotherapist and Nutrition Clinical Specialist with over 15 years of dedicated experience, I specialize in fostering optimal mind-body health. Through a blend of evidence-based psychotherapy and clinical nutrition expertise, I empower individuals to overcome mental health challenges and achieve sustainable lifestyle transformations. My approach is holistic, addressing the interconnectedness of mental and physical well-being to guide clients toward a life they genuinely love.
As a seasoned licensed Psychotherapist and Nutrition Clinical Specialist with over 15 years of dedicated experience, I specialize in fostering optimal mind-body health. Through a blend of evidence-based psychotherapy and clinical nutrition expertise, I empower individuals to overcome mental health challenges and achieve sustainable lifestyle transformations. My approach is holistic, addressing the interconnectedness of mental and physical well-being to guide clients toward a life they genuinely love.
Alysa Grigsby, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Solana Beach, CA 92075
Hi. I have been a licensed therapist for over 20 years; giving me vast knowledge and experience in multiple clinical areas. I enjoy helping my clients reach their own goals by offering support, time tested strategies and tools and even a little bit of humor. I work creatively and flexibly to meet the needs of my clients.
Hi. I have been a licensed therapist for over 20 years; giving me vast knowledge and experience in multiple clinical areas. I enjoy helping my clients reach their own goals by offering support, time tested strategies and tools and even a little bit of humor. I work creatively and flexibly to meet the needs of my clients.
Greetings! I am Taylor Tran, Founder and Mental Health Therapist at Transcendence Therapy. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT 142147) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 15134) based in Orange County, California; offering individual therapy through in-person and online telehealth platforms. I help adults of all ages through their presenting issues by increasing self-awareness to begin their journey of self-healing. This is a safe and non-judgmental space where we can work together to address your unique concerns and challenges. Let's collaborate to find the best path forward for you.
Greetings! I am Taylor Tran, Founder and Mental Health Therapist at Transcendence Therapy. I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT 142147) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 15134) based in Orange County, California; offering individual therapy through in-person and online telehealth platforms. I help adults of all ages through their presenting issues by increasing self-awareness to begin their journey of self-healing. This is a safe and non-judgmental space where we can work together to address your unique concerns and challenges. Let's collaborate to find the best path forward for you.
Available now: I’m a dedicated and compassionate psychologist committed to guiding you on a journey toward mental well- being. With over 20 years of experience and a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, I offer a safe and nurturing space for exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based therapies, ensuring that you receive the highest level of care tailored to your unique needs. Raising 3 young children after the sudden loss of my husband enables me to uniquely understand grief, loss and resilience, trauma, motherhood, and finding fulfillment and joy.
Available now: I’m a dedicated and compassionate psychologist committed to guiding you on a journey toward mental well- being. With over 20 years of experience and a genuine passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, I offer a safe and nurturing space for exploring thoughts, feelings and behaviors. My approach is rooted in empathy and evidence-based therapies, ensuring that you receive the highest level of care tailored to your unique needs. Raising 3 young children after the sudden loss of my husband enables me to uniquely understand grief, loss and resilience, trauma, motherhood, and finding fulfillment and joy.
My passion is for people and their relationships. Eastern thought teaches us that pain is inevitable, suffering is optional; life and relationships have the ability to create struggles in everyday life that creates pain, but it is through our attitudes, behaviors, and meaning that we place ourselves in situations where we create our own suffering. By helping people find the tools to cultivate their unique skills, I believe we can find the hope and fulfillment to overcome our suffering. My focus is on individuals and couples as they search for connection, intimacy, love and success.
My passion is for people and their relationships. Eastern thought teaches us that pain is inevitable, suffering is optional; life and relationships have the ability to create struggles in everyday life that creates pain, but it is through our attitudes, behaviors, and meaning that we place ourselves in situations where we create our own suffering. By helping people find the tools to cultivate their unique skills, I believe we can find the hope and fulfillment to overcome our suffering. My focus is on individuals and couples as they search for connection, intimacy, love and success.
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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.