Drug Abuse Therapists in Cambridge, MA

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Benjamin Turner
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC I, MSEd
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC I). I have a Masters of Education in mental health, addictions, and marriage and family therapy. I have worked with families, adolescents and adults for over the 10 years in a variety of settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (LADAC I). I have a Masters of Education in mental health, addictions, and marriage and family therapy. I have worked with families, adolescents and adults for over the 10 years in a variety of settings. I typically utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy.
(978) 591-6771 View (978) 591-6771
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Regan Jameson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
My ideal client is someone who feels genuinely ready to embrace the challenging yet profoundly rewarding work of therapy. They understand that while therapy is not always easy, it offers meaningful and transformative benefits. This client recognizes that they are in control of their own life and that my role is to serve as a supportive guide and sounding board. My goal is to assist them in navigating their journey toward their desired outcomes, respecting their autonomy throughout the process.
My ideal client is someone who feels genuinely ready to embrace the challenging yet profoundly rewarding work of therapy. They understand that while therapy is not always easy, it offers meaningful and transformative benefits. This client recognizes that they are in control of their own life and that my role is to serve as a supportive guide and sounding board. My goal is to assist them in navigating their journey toward their desired outcomes, respecting their autonomy throughout the process.
(856) 807-5334 View (856) 807-5334
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Janelle Patrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
I'm not sure I believe in an Ideal client; I think all clients are Ideal, no matter their life circumstances. Life is like a rollercoaster, and when you're going down, you may need someone to be there and help talk you through it. However, If I had to choose, it would be a client having difficulty with self-esteem, self-worth, and depressive symptoms and needing additional assistance building coping skills but expressing readiness to change.
I'm not sure I believe in an Ideal client; I think all clients are Ideal, no matter their life circumstances. Life is like a rollercoaster, and when you're going down, you may need someone to be there and help talk you through it. However, If I had to choose, it would be a client having difficulty with self-esteem, self-worth, and depressive symptoms and needing additional assistance building coping skills but expressing readiness to change.
(339) 329-9619 View (339) 329-9619
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Paul Dalton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
I feel my ideal client is one who is self-motivated in wanting to uncover what hides beneath their unresolved traumas, fears, and old survival modes.
I feel my ideal client is one who is self-motivated in wanting to uncover what hides beneath their unresolved traumas, fears, and old survival modes.
(857) 267-5250 View (857) 267-5250
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Laura Ewing
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140
We live in a traumatic world and the effects of this trauma are a heavy burden on our backs. We carry many things with us in our lives. This stuff clutters our closets, makes it hard to walk around our basements and gets in the way of our progress. I help my clients use images, objects, and memories to call forth their stories. Then I support them in learning the skills to retell these stories in a healthier way and to let go of the burden of trauma.
We live in a traumatic world and the effects of this trauma are a heavy burden on our backs. We carry many things with us in our lives. This stuff clutters our closets, makes it hard to walk around our basements and gets in the way of our progress. I help my clients use images, objects, and memories to call forth their stories. Then I support them in learning the skills to retell these stories in a healthier way and to let go of the burden of trauma.
(203) 692-4326 View (203) 692-4326
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Angela Boring
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
My ideal client is often a little uncomfortable internally, manifested as anxiety or depression. Often, clients I work best with have a complex childhood that can filter into current relationships. My clients often love objective data (like I do) and will measure key components of their care to understand if they are improving over time.
My ideal client is often a little uncomfortable internally, manifested as anxiety or depression. Often, clients I work best with have a complex childhood that can filter into current relationships. My clients often love objective data (like I do) and will measure key components of their care to understand if they are improving over time.
(856) 807-5334 View (856) 807-5334
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Larissa Dias
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready and committed to change. Larissa works well with those who struggle with a variety of mental illnesses, such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/family stressors, addiction, and trauma. Larissa enjoys working with clients who are ready to get out of their comfort zones, who are willing to have an open mind, incorporate new techniques, and be challenged.
(857) 466-1805 View (857) 466-1805
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Well-Beings Retreats
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02140
If you're in a crisis, stuck, or at a turning point you'd like to leverage, a personal counseling retreat is uniquely impactful. It compresses 6-12 months of therapy into a week. The impact is also in the inspiring environment, and sustained process, which allows a deep and more cohesive process. There's time to connect many small dots to a bigger picture. Time to learn, understand and practice new cognitive and behavioral skills. And to cultivate mindfulness and perspective, to practice stepping back to watch distress arise, and then, importantly, pass. You come away with a lived experience of inner resilience, in mind and body.
If you're in a crisis, stuck, or at a turning point you'd like to leverage, a personal counseling retreat is uniquely impactful. It compresses 6-12 months of therapy into a week. The impact is also in the inspiring environment, and sustained process, which allows a deep and more cohesive process. There's time to connect many small dots to a bigger picture. Time to learn, understand and practice new cognitive and behavioral skills. And to cultivate mindfulness and perspective, to practice stepping back to watch distress arise, and then, importantly, pass. You come away with a lived experience of inner resilience, in mind and body.
(857) 203-8395 View (857) 203-8395
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Jessica Tepper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck in life, work or relationships? Do you sense there is more success or connection you could experience, yet feel unsure of how to find it? Are you ready to step more into your potential? If the answer is yes, than therapy or coaching may help.
Are you feeling stuck in life, work or relationships? Do you sense there is more success or connection you could experience, yet feel unsure of how to find it? Are you ready to step more into your potential? If the answer is yes, than therapy or coaching may help.
(617) 663-0503 View (617) 663-0503
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Kevin Wehmhoefer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Kevin Wehmhoefer, LICSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02138
Welcome! Clients come for support with a wide variety of concerns. Some have experienced a loss or trauma in their lives, or have had a significant life transition. Other clients are struggling with depression or anxiety, or are having problems in their primary relationships. Many clients have a desire to improve their self awareness, to improve their perspective, or to strengthen their life skills. My work is informed by an eclectic mix of treatment models; psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, DBT and Motivational Interviewing. I also teach Mindfulness practices as an effective tool to strengthen perspective and build resiliency.
Welcome! Clients come for support with a wide variety of concerns. Some have experienced a loss or trauma in their lives, or have had a significant life transition. Other clients are struggling with depression or anxiety, or are having problems in their primary relationships. Many clients have a desire to improve their self awareness, to improve their perspective, or to strengthen their life skills. My work is informed by an eclectic mix of treatment models; psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, DBT and Motivational Interviewing. I also teach Mindfulness practices as an effective tool to strengthen perspective and build resiliency.
(617) 812-8983 View (617) 812-8983
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Greg Kaufman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139  (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients What I love most about life is people and getting to know them. Everyone has a story...everyone has challenges, dreams, strengths, and the capacity to experience peace and fulfillment. I'd love to help you transform your suffering, fear or frustrations into something brighter. As chaotic as the world and the mind can be, there are ways through it all. I've worked in mental health since 2001 and as a therapist since 2011. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), my primary focuses are anxiety, trauma, addiction, life transitions, search for meaning or purpose, and couples work.
Currently accepting new clients What I love most about life is people and getting to know them. Everyone has a story...everyone has challenges, dreams, strengths, and the capacity to experience peace and fulfillment. I'd love to help you transform your suffering, fear or frustrations into something brighter. As chaotic as the world and the mind can be, there are ways through it all. I've worked in mental health since 2001 and as a therapist since 2011. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), my primary focuses are anxiety, trauma, addiction, life transitions, search for meaning or purpose, and couples work.
(781) 317-6039 View (781) 317-6039
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Lynn Chosiad
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Dr. Lynn Chosiad is a Licensed Psychologist who has more than 15 years of experience working with adults of widely varied backgrounds and identities seeking help addressing struggles with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, relationship issues, grief & loss, trauma, family, career, educational/learning issues, and women’s issues. In addition to these areas, Dr. Chosiad specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and other weight and body image struggles.
Dr. Lynn Chosiad is a Licensed Psychologist who has more than 15 years of experience working with adults of widely varied backgrounds and identities seeking help addressing struggles with anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, relationship issues, grief & loss, trauma, family, career, educational/learning issues, and women’s issues. In addition to these areas, Dr. Chosiad specializes in the treatment of eating disorders, disordered eating, and other weight and body image struggles.
(617) 993-0338 View (617) 993-0338
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Stephanie Boyton
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.
My ideal client would be new to therapy, though motivated to change. I am aware of the challenges that come with seeking therapy and want to be a support to those who are hesitant with the process. Ideally, I would like a client who is self-aware, receptive to feedback, and willing to hold themselves accountable.
(857) 370-4531 View (857) 370-4531
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Malikah Shaheed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
(857) 578-4261 View (857) 578-4261
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Liz Levarity
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Liz Levarity is a bilingual (English/Haitian-Creole) Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College and Bachelors from Northeastern University. She brings transparency, passion, and collaboration to the counseling process in order to provide genuine care to individuals, families, and groups. With over 10 years of experience, Liz has worked in several behavioral health agencies assisting a diverse set of individuals in stabilizing their lives and minds while they navigate through life’s obstacles.
Liz Levarity is a bilingual (English/Haitian-Creole) Licensed Mental Health Counselor who earned a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Cambridge College and Bachelors from Northeastern University. She brings transparency, passion, and collaboration to the counseling process in order to provide genuine care to individuals, families, and groups. With over 10 years of experience, Liz has worked in several behavioral health agencies assisting a diverse set of individuals in stabilizing their lives and minds while they navigate through life’s obstacles.
(617) 766-1286 View (617) 766-1286
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Nicholas Mescia
Counselor, MA, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02141  (Online Only)
The therapeutic process can be a journey of self-discovery and change. The ultimate goal of my practice is to help others gain a greater degree of control over their lives and experience more fulfilling relationships, work and play. My style is warm and direct, with a touch of humor. I conceptualize primarily from a psychodynamic perspective and the heart of our work together is establishing a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship—this alliance has consistently been identified within therapy outcome research as an important factor related to therapy success.
The therapeutic process can be a journey of self-discovery and change. The ultimate goal of my practice is to help others gain a greater degree of control over their lives and experience more fulfilling relationships, work and play. My style is warm and direct, with a touch of humor. I conceptualize primarily from a psychodynamic perspective and the heart of our work together is establishing a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship—this alliance has consistently been identified within therapy outcome research as an important factor related to therapy success.
(617) 977-5255 View (617) 977-5255
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Jessica Delio-Guirand
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC1
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02140  (Online Only)
Is your life starting to become unmanageable? Do you feel like you need to make a change, but don't know where to even start? Are you struggling with substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, or relationship issues. If you or a loved one can relate to any of these issues and could benefit from additional support and assistance in setting personal goals then please reach out to me to schedule an appointment. ***If you are a family member seeking help for a loved one, please contact me so we can discuss how I might be helpful.
Is your life starting to become unmanageable? Do you feel like you need to make a change, but don't know where to even start? Are you struggling with substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, or relationship issues. If you or a loved one can relate to any of these issues and could benefit from additional support and assistance in setting personal goals then please reach out to me to schedule an appointment. ***If you are a family member seeking help for a loved one, please contact me so we can discuss how I might be helpful.
(857) 290-4497 View (857) 290-4497
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Maggie Clune
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140  (Online Only)
I am a caring, compassionate, professional therapist, highly experienced in providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My greatest asset is that I am highly committed to work with you in helping you experience relief from emotional pain, find fulfillment and love in your relationships with others, as well as peace, acceptance, and joy in your relationship with yourself. I consider my work my life's work. My clients find strength within themselves and in their relationships, as they seek to live with understanding and love more effectively each day. I am honored to be part of your journey.
I am a caring, compassionate, professional therapist, highly experienced in providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy. My greatest asset is that I am highly committed to work with you in helping you experience relief from emotional pain, find fulfillment and love in your relationships with others, as well as peace, acceptance, and joy in your relationship with yourself. I consider my work my life's work. My clients find strength within themselves and in their relationships, as they seek to live with understanding and love more effectively each day. I am honored to be part of your journey.
(609) 540-2280 View (609) 540-2280
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Dr. Michael Stokes Certified Sex Therapist
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02139
Do you find yourself wanting more our of your sex life? Perhaps greater intimacy with your partner(s)? I am a sex therapist who works with folx of all genders and sexual orientations. I can treat porn addiction, sex addiction, sexual dysfunctions, and other types of sexual intimacy difficulties. Let's face it, finding a therapist who can connect with can be a daunting process. You want someone who is easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and someone you can trust. I have worked with thousands of clients who are looking to improve their sex life and increase intimacy within their relationships.
Do you find yourself wanting more our of your sex life? Perhaps greater intimacy with your partner(s)? I am a sex therapist who works with folx of all genders and sexual orientations. I can treat porn addiction, sex addiction, sexual dysfunctions, and other types of sexual intimacy difficulties. Let's face it, finding a therapist who can connect with can be a daunting process. You want someone who is easy to talk to, knowledgeable, and someone you can trust. I have worked with thousands of clients who are looking to improve their sex life and increase intimacy within their relationships.
(508) 286-7944 View (508) 286-7944
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Pam Greenberg
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cambridge, MA 02140
I strive to get to know you in your totality— your strengths as well as your vulnerabilities, your dreams as well as your disappointments. Whether you are an adult seeking counseling for yourself or looking for support for a child or teen, I bring a wealth of experience working with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to behavioral concerns or school resistance. My approach is warm and compassionate, yet focused on helping each client make the changes needed to live a happier, more fulfilled life.
I strive to get to know you in your totality— your strengths as well as your vulnerabilities, your dreams as well as your disappointments. Whether you are an adult seeking counseling for yourself or looking for support for a child or teen, I bring a wealth of experience working with issues ranging from depression and anxiety to behavioral concerns or school resistance. My approach is warm and compassionate, yet focused on helping each client make the changes needed to live a happier, more fulfilled life.
(617) 444-9056 View (617) 444-9056
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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.