Substance Use Therapists in Brookline, MA
Deciding to make and sustain change can be challenging - it's normal to feel ambivalent. I will meet you where you are, and help you define and pursue your own goals. I believe that your journey is unique, and you are the only one who can define what success means for you. My practice focuses on providing a safe, judgment-free space where healing can begin, with a particular emphasis on addressing alcohol and substance use, depression, and anxiety.
Deciding to make and sustain change can be challenging - it's normal to feel ambivalent. I will meet you where you are, and help you define and pursue your own goals. I believe that your journey is unique, and you are the only one who can define what success means for you. My practice focuses on providing a safe, judgment-free space where healing can begin, with a particular emphasis on addressing alcohol and substance use, depression, and anxiety.
Miryam Yusufov
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, substance use, and adjustment to medical illness.
Outside of my private practice, I am a clinical psychologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and faculty at Harvard Medical School. I work with individuals coping with cancer and conduct psychosocial oncology research. I completed my psychology internship at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School.
My clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, substance use, and adjustment to medical illness.
Outside of my private practice, I am a clinical psychologist at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and faculty at Harvard Medical School. I work with individuals coping with cancer and conduct psychosocial oncology research. I completed my psychology internship at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School.
Jonathan Jurow
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people interested in harm reduction and abstinence based approaches to managing substance use.
I work with adults, groups, and couples, managing a range of personal and interpersonal challenges, from anxiety and depression, to addiction and major relationship dysfunction. If you are troubled by unsatisfying or unstable relationships with family members and/or partners, low self esteem, feeling stuck, concerns about your substance use, coping with transitions, spiritual or existential challenges, impulsive behavior, procrastination, or anxiety, I'd love to hear from you.
I work with people interested in harm reduction and abstinence based approaches to managing substance use.
I work with adults, groups, and couples, managing a range of personal and interpersonal challenges, from anxiety and depression, to addiction and major relationship dysfunction. If you are troubled by unsatisfying or unstable relationships with family members and/or partners, low self esteem, feeling stuck, concerns about your substance use, coping with transitions, spiritual or existential challenges, impulsive behavior, procrastination, or anxiety, I'd love to hear from you.
I have expertise in trauma and stress, substance use, grief, and motivational issues.
At times, life events can seem to control the way we feel, creating feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. Other times, you may struggle with feeling unmotivated or purposeless without any specific cause. I believe psychotherapy empowers people by understanding specific struggles while actively developing skills to create change. A key part of our work will be identifying the things that matter to you and finding ways that therapy can bring you closer to a life that is more connected with your values.
I have expertise in trauma and stress, substance use, grief, and motivational issues.
At times, life events can seem to control the way we feel, creating feelings of helplessness and hopelessness. Other times, you may struggle with feeling unmotivated or purposeless without any specific cause. I believe psychotherapy empowers people by understanding specific struggles while actively developing skills to create change. A key part of our work will be identifying the things that matter to you and finding ways that therapy can bring you closer to a life that is more connected with your values.
Danielle Bergeron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
I have worked in a number of settings including within a primary care office, a large medical hospital, community mental health programs, and in an inpatient substance use treatment facility.
I believe deeply in creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I strive to deeply understand your perspective, emotions, and challenges, fostering a genuine connection that allows for meaningful exploration and growth. In this space, you are heard, valued, and supported as we work towards achieving your therapeutic goals.
I have worked in a number of settings including within a primary care office, a large medical hospital, community mental health programs, and in an inpatient substance use treatment facility.
I believe deeply in creating a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences without judgment. I strive to deeply understand your perspective, emotions, and challenges, fostering a genuine connection that allows for meaningful exploration and growth. In this space, you are heard, valued, and supported as we work towards achieving your therapeutic goals.
However, I primarily treat OCD, anxiety, depression, and substance use.
My practice focuses on treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety/Depression, and Substance Use. With any and all presenting concerns, I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment. I have an integrative approach, focusing on research backed treatments that are proven to be effective for symptom improvement. I also deeply value insight oriented discussions of past experiences and relevant interpersonal concerns. I am careful to use these methods in the context of a client centered and welcoming environment which accounts for an individual's particular needs and experiences.
However, I primarily treat OCD, anxiety, depression, and substance use.
My practice focuses on treating Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Anxiety/Depression, and Substance Use. With any and all presenting concerns, I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment. I have an integrative approach, focusing on research backed treatments that are proven to be effective for symptom improvement. I also deeply value insight oriented discussions of past experiences and relevant interpersonal concerns. I am careful to use these methods in the context of a client centered and welcoming environment which accounts for an individual's particular needs and experiences.
Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Substance use, Psychosis, Trauma, Work/Life Balance, Parenting issues.
You deserve to get the most out of your life. Reaching out for help in therapy can be a difficult decision. It can also be the first step in meeting your life’s goals and resolving many issues and conflicts that occurs in daily life. With almost 20 years of working in Mental Health, I provide a warm collaborative therapeutic environment to help cope with common life stressors, depression, anxiety, academic/ job related stress, addiction, and trauma. I work with people from many different backgrounds. I view therapy as a safe space where you can openly discuss life’s issues without judgement.
Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Substance use, Psychosis, Trauma, Work/Life Balance, Parenting issues.
You deserve to get the most out of your life. Reaching out for help in therapy can be a difficult decision. It can also be the first step in meeting your life’s goals and resolving many issues and conflicts that occurs in daily life. With almost 20 years of working in Mental Health, I provide a warm collaborative therapeutic environment to help cope with common life stressors, depression, anxiety, academic/ job related stress, addiction, and trauma. I work with people from many different backgrounds. I view therapy as a safe space where you can openly discuss life’s issues without judgement.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process that assists clients in gaining the insight necessary to improve their quality of life. I understand how difficult it can be to start therapy; I am committed to creating a client-centered, therapeutic alliance based on trust, empathy and understanding. I provide a judgement-free, safe space and work to empower clients to explore challenges, create goals and remove the obstacles that stand in their way. I have experience working with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood instability, personal and interpersonal conflict and substance use.
I believe therapy is a collaborative process that assists clients in gaining the insight necessary to improve their quality of life. I understand how difficult it can be to start therapy; I am committed to creating a client-centered, therapeutic alliance based on trust, empathy and understanding. I provide a judgement-free, safe space and work to empower clients to explore challenges, create goals and remove the obstacles that stand in their way. I have experience working with clients experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety, mood instability, personal and interpersonal conflict and substance use.
I am an Art Therapist and Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. I have worked extensively with persons navigating both eating and substance use disorders, depression and anxiety, trauma, identity and relational issues. I work holistically, looking at healing through a range of different modalities in addition to traditional talk therapy, including creative expression, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing and more. My practice is located in Coolidge Corner in Brookline, convenient to public transportation.
I am an Art Therapist and Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of clinical experience. I have worked extensively with persons navigating both eating and substance use disorders, depression and anxiety, trauma, identity and relational issues. I work holistically, looking at healing through a range of different modalities in addition to traditional talk therapy, including creative expression, mindfulness, meditation, and energy healing and more. My practice is located in Coolidge Corner in Brookline, convenient to public transportation.
OCD, social, panic), traumatic stress/PTSD, problematic substance use or addictive behaviors, "overthinking", procrastination, or feeling "stuck" or "lost" in life, I can help.
I am committed to creating a safe environment in which clients feel empowered to enact meaningful change in their lives. I approach this work using acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), a scientifically-validated treatment that prioritizes the client's values in therapy and offers concrete skills for how to work with painful experiences and how to take mindful, effective action in difficult situations. This ACT approach is supported and informed by my training in other cognitive-behavioral therapies, including exposure with response prevention (ERP), prolonged exposure (PE), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
OCD, social, panic), traumatic stress/PTSD, problematic substance use or addictive behaviors, "overthinking", procrastination, or feeling "stuck" or "lost" in life, I can help.
I am committed to creating a safe environment in which clients feel empowered to enact meaningful change in their lives. I approach this work using acceptance commitment therapy (ACT), a scientifically-validated treatment that prioritizes the client's values in therapy and offers concrete skills for how to work with painful experiences and how to take mindful, effective action in difficult situations. This ACT approach is supported and informed by my training in other cognitive-behavioral therapies, including exposure with response prevention (ERP), prolonged exposure (PE), and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
Gabriella Bergonzi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) I am dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate treatment for adolescents (18+) and adults. With expertise in addressing a wide range of experiences, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, transitions, loss, stress, substance use, and relationship concerns, I am committed to guiding clients towards healing and growth. Through warm and collaborative care, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment, empowering clients to foster meaning, hopefulness, and joy in their lives.
As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) I am dedicated to providing personalized, compassionate treatment for adolescents (18+) and adults. With expertise in addressing a wide range of experiences, including anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, transitions, loss, stress, substance use, and relationship concerns, I am committed to guiding clients towards healing and growth. Through warm and collaborative care, I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment, empowering clients to foster meaning, hopefulness, and joy in their lives.
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Charles A. Granoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445
I believe that peace of mind is possible—for individuals, couples, and their loved ones—even after every other option has failed. I’ve been in practice for more than 30 years and have worked with countless individuals, couples, and families to assess and address a wide range of issues, including relationship and career concerns, major life transitions, chronic health challenges, and problems related to mental health and substance use.
In my work, I help young adults and adults who are experiencing various difficulties in their lives, including stress, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief.
I believe that peace of mind is possible—for individuals, couples, and their loved ones—even after every other option has failed. I’ve been in practice for more than 30 years and have worked with countless individuals, couples, and families to assess and address a wide range of issues, including relationship and career concerns, major life transitions, chronic health challenges, and problems related to mental health and substance use.
In my work, I help young adults and adults who are experiencing various difficulties in their lives, including stress, depression, anxiety, family conflicts, and grief.
Our team is expert in treating anxiety and mood disorders, eating and substance use concerns, trauma and personality issues.
We are a group of Clinical and Health Psychologists, offering individual, couple and family care live (in Boston) and throughout Massachusetts. We meet our clients where they are -including students, new parents, busy entrepreneurs, professionals transitioning into new leadership or retirement, persons coping with an illness, and more- with therapy including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Interpersonal/Existential modes, and Coaching for health and life transitions. Our diverse team offers care in several languages and modalities.
Our team is expert in treating anxiety and mood disorders, eating and substance use concerns, trauma and personality issues.
We are a group of Clinical and Health Psychologists, offering individual, couple and family care live (in Boston) and throughout Massachusetts. We meet our clients where they are -including students, new parents, busy entrepreneurs, professionals transitioning into new leadership or retirement, persons coping with an illness, and more- with therapy including CBT, DBT, ACT, and Interpersonal/Existential modes, and Coaching for health and life transitions. Our diverse team offers care in several languages and modalities.
My approach to psychotherapy is both an art & science. My practice is deeply rooted in the profound belief in the innate capacity for growth & change that every person possesses. I specialize in mood disorders, substance use disorders, life transitions & PTSD. If you are interested, please reach out! I offer phone consults and sliding scale fees and am currently accepting new clients. I work with MOST Cigna and Aetna insurance plans, and will soon accept commercial Optum and Anthem BCBS/Carelon
My approach to psychotherapy is both an art & science. My practice is deeply rooted in the profound belief in the innate capacity for growth & change that every person possesses. I specialize in mood disorders, substance use disorders, life transitions & PTSD. If you are interested, please reach out! I offer phone consults and sliding scale fees and am currently accepting new clients. I work with MOST Cigna and Aetna insurance plans, and will soon accept commercial Optum and Anthem BCBS/Carelon
Based in Massachusetts, Dr. Green is a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping clients realize the change they desire. He offers expertise in trauma-related reactions as well as a variety of other issues clients might have. These include depression, anxiety, substance use, motivation, and assertiveness. He has worked with couples since early in his graduate training. Dr. Green utilizes gold-standard, empirically supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Motivational Interviewing.
Based in Massachusetts, Dr. Green is a clinical psychologist dedicated to helping clients realize the change they desire. He offers expertise in trauma-related reactions as well as a variety of other issues clients might have. These include depression, anxiety, substance use, motivation, and assertiveness. He has worked with couples since early in his graduate training. Dr. Green utilizes gold-standard, empirically supported treatments, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Integrative Behavioral Couples Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Prolonged Exposure, and Motivational Interviewing.
I am a counselor with more than 9 years of experience working with individuals that struggles with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, PTSD and self-esteem issues. Life tends to get difficult at times, however it is important to have a person that you can talk to about those issues without being judged or misunderstood. I am here to support you in a friendly and at times humoristic manner, and safe.
I am a counselor with more than 9 years of experience working with individuals that struggles with substance use disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, anger issues, PTSD and self-esteem issues. Life tends to get difficult at times, however it is important to have a person that you can talk to about those issues without being judged or misunderstood. I am here to support you in a friendly and at times humoristic manner, and safe.
Rob Ridlon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
Accepting new patients(virtual only) I help adolescents and young adults resolve the psychological problems that keep them from fully experiencing their lives. I work with people to help them navigate the difficulties of adolescence and young adulthood and employ an eclectic approach to treatment. Some methods include: supportive therapy, behavioral activation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family interventions. I help with anxiety, mood problems, thought disorders, substance use disorder, relational/family and school problems.
Accepting new patients(virtual only) I help adolescents and young adults resolve the psychological problems that keep them from fully experiencing their lives. I work with people to help them navigate the difficulties of adolescence and young adulthood and employ an eclectic approach to treatment. Some methods include: supportive therapy, behavioral activation, cognitive behavioral therapy, and family interventions. I help with anxiety, mood problems, thought disorders, substance use disorder, relational/family and school problems.
Lilly Kesner, LMHC
Counselor, BS, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
I particularly enjoy working with college students / young adults, covering a wide range of life challenges, such as life transitions, stress management, self-esteem, goal setting/career, relationships, family issues, and substance use.
Tuesday/Thursday openings starting September 2024. I believe personal growth, emotional healing, and creating lasting, positive changes in your life are possible. I draw from both personal and professional experience to provide mental health counseling for individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and substance use/abuse. Through collaborative talk therapy, I aim to support you in your process of gaining awareness of underlying issues contributing to current symptoms, as well as improving your ability to manage those symptoms.
I particularly enjoy working with college students / young adults, covering a wide range of life challenges, such as life transitions, stress management, self-esteem, goal setting/career, relationships, family issues, and substance use.
Tuesday/Thursday openings starting September 2024. I believe personal growth, emotional healing, and creating lasting, positive changes in your life are possible. I draw from both personal and professional experience to provide mental health counseling for individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and substance use/abuse. Through collaborative talk therapy, I aim to support you in your process of gaining awareness of underlying issues contributing to current symptoms, as well as improving your ability to manage those symptoms.
Christopher James McCauley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02445 (Online Only)
Hello, my name is Chris and thank you for reaching out to my page. I am an Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker accepting new patients. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients in my clinical practice faced with depression, anxiety, substance use, psychosis, bipolar disorder as well as issues with self esteem and maintaining quality relationships. It takes courage and strength to come to therapy to seek out support and work to improve your life. I work in a supportive, dynamic and open style that explores what works best for you in your own life. I look forward to hearing from you.
Hello, my name is Chris and thank you for reaching out to my page. I am an Licensed Independent Clinical Social worker accepting new patients. I have experience working with a wide variety of clients in my clinical practice faced with depression, anxiety, substance use, psychosis, bipolar disorder as well as issues with self esteem and maintaining quality relationships. It takes courage and strength to come to therapy to seek out support and work to improve your life. I work in a supportive, dynamic and open style that explores what works best for you in your own life. I look forward to hearing from you.
I specialize in helping clients to cope with depression, anxiety, marital conflicts, family conflicts, trauma, grief, codependency, attachment, and substance use.
My extensive journey as a counselor has taught me that, wherever one finds oneself in life, lasting change is not only possible, but within reach. Embracing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I draw upon a rich tapestry of modalities in order to tailor a treatment plan to each individual's unique circumstances. I encourage clients to build upon their own strengths and to tap into their innate desire to flourish. I create a therapeutic space free of judgment or prejudice. I believe that treatment is fundamentally an interactive process in which the client will develop and foster the skills to live fully and with meaning.
I specialize in helping clients to cope with depression, anxiety, marital conflicts, family conflicts, trauma, grief, codependency, attachment, and substance use.
My extensive journey as a counselor has taught me that, wherever one finds oneself in life, lasting change is not only possible, but within reach. Embracing an integrative approach to psychotherapy, I draw upon a rich tapestry of modalities in order to tailor a treatment plan to each individual's unique circumstances. I encourage clients to build upon their own strengths and to tap into their innate desire to flourish. I create a therapeutic space free of judgment or prejudice. I believe that treatment is fundamentally an interactive process in which the client will develop and foster the skills to live fully and with meaning.
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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.