Substance Use Therapists in Milton, MA
John Christian
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdM, CADC, SAP, LADC I, LMHC
Verified Verified
Milton, MA 02186
I plan and implement treatment plans for individuals with substance use disorders as a diversion from incarceration and conduct evaluations for the RMV to mitigate OUI and Immediate Threat sanctions.
I specialize in substance abuse evaluations for the courts, for substance-related motor vehicle violations such as OUI and Immediate Threat, and for the US Department of Transportation as a Substance Abuse Professional. I am an expert witness and provide testimony on sentence mitigation issues. My ideal client is someone with substance abuse and other addiction issues seeking treatment and/or evaluation.
I plan and implement treatment plans for individuals with substance use disorders as a diversion from incarceration and conduct evaluations for the RMV to mitigate OUI and Immediate Threat sanctions.
I specialize in substance abuse evaluations for the courts, for substance-related motor vehicle violations such as OUI and Immediate Threat, and for the US Department of Transportation as a Substance Abuse Professional. I am an expert witness and provide testimony on sentence mitigation issues. My ideal client is someone with substance abuse and other addiction issues seeking treatment and/or evaluation.
Well Within Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milton, MA 02186
My practice is devoted to helping women feel more empowered and at ease in their lives. My style in therapy is to encourage the exploration of identified problems from a compassionate and non-judgmental perspective with a solutions-focused orientation. Collaboration is central to my work, including working together to define goals and carefully monitor progress throughout the course of treatment. I work with women to address: mood disturbance, relationship issues, improving work/life balance, substance use/dependence disorders, and perinatal/parenting issues.
My practice is devoted to helping women feel more empowered and at ease in their lives. My style in therapy is to encourage the exploration of identified problems from a compassionate and non-judgmental perspective with a solutions-focused orientation. Collaboration is central to my work, including working together to define goals and carefully monitor progress throughout the course of treatment. I work with women to address: mood disturbance, relationship issues, improving work/life balance, substance use/dependence disorders, and perinatal/parenting issues.
I have expertise in working with children and adolescents, as well as, adults. I focus my clinical work on supporting clients with addressing their needs around anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, as well as addiction, and substance use. I have worked for years on supporting students around developing executive functioning skills. I also have extensive experience working with families addressing the interpersonal dynamics within a family system to support the family as a whole. I enjoy working with parents to do therapy and coaching for working with their children when they are presenting with challenging behavior.
I have expertise in working with children and adolescents, as well as, adults. I focus my clinical work on supporting clients with addressing their needs around anxiety, depression, trauma, identity development, as well as addiction, and substance use. I have worked for years on supporting students around developing executive functioning skills. I also have extensive experience working with families addressing the interpersonal dynamics within a family system to support the family as a whole. I enjoy working with parents to do therapy and coaching for working with their children when they are presenting with challenging behavior.
Jeremiah Gibson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Milton, MA 02186 (Online Only)
I work a diversity of issues: intimacy and sexual issues, conflict resolution, substance use, cultural challenges, issues with families of origin, divorce, religion and spirituality.
As our lives get more complicated and our communities get smaller, our relationships, marriages, and partnerships have never been more important. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist who helps individuals, couples, and families create fulfilling, healthy relationships by reducing stress and improving communication and intimacy. My space is affirming, strengths-based, nonjudgmental, and creative, and treatment will be tailored to your specific needs. I love my work because it allows me to daily witness healing and reconciliation between people who deeply love each other.
I work a diversity of issues: intimacy and sexual issues, conflict resolution, substance use, cultural challenges, issues with families of origin, divorce, religion and spirituality.
As our lives get more complicated and our communities get smaller, our relationships, marriages, and partnerships have never been more important. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Sex Therapist who helps individuals, couples, and families create fulfilling, healthy relationships by reducing stress and improving communication and intimacy. My space is affirming, strengths-based, nonjudgmental, and creative, and treatment will be tailored to your specific needs. I love my work because it allows me to daily witness healing and reconciliation between people who deeply love each other.
Therapy can be a gateway for those wanting more love, less fear, more joining, less separation. We enter into a safe and sacred space to share a journey together, healing our painful and limiting beliefs, exploring our gifts and values. Old painful narratives are healed through heart-opening dialogue, trust, and deep listening. Behind fears, doubts, and limits your true self shines, waiting for acceptance and recognition.
Therapy can be a gateway for those wanting more love, less fear, more joining, less separation. We enter into a safe and sacred space to share a journey together, healing our painful and limiting beliefs, exploring our gifts and values. Old painful narratives are healed through heart-opening dialogue, trust, and deep listening. Behind fears, doubts, and limits your true self shines, waiting for acceptance and recognition.
Kate Connolly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, MA 02186 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My experience has taught me that contemplation is an important part of the therapeutic process, and when you are ready to talk, I will listen, reflect, and provide support. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience. I offer an authentic and collaborative approach where you can feel safe, respected, heard, and validated.
My experience has taught me that contemplation is an important part of the therapeutic process, and when you are ready to talk, I will listen, reflect, and provide support. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of clinical experience. I offer an authentic and collaborative approach where you can feel safe, respected, heard, and validated.
Life's natural ups and downs can be hard to manage, and finding support through therapy is a courageous first step. Whether you're managing anxiety, depression, a past trauma, or a life transition, I will be right there with you as you develop new approaches in a safe environment. I will bring to each session compassion, patience, understanding, my sense of humor, and a trove of experience. If you're searching for a therapist to help you process your experiences and feelings, or to make sense of a particular moment in your life, then you've found a therapist who is ready to stand by you on this journey.
Life's natural ups and downs can be hard to manage, and finding support through therapy is a courageous first step. Whether you're managing anxiety, depression, a past trauma, or a life transition, I will be right there with you as you develop new approaches in a safe environment. I will bring to each session compassion, patience, understanding, my sense of humor, and a trove of experience. If you're searching for a therapist to help you process your experiences and feelings, or to make sense of a particular moment in your life, then you've found a therapist who is ready to stand by you on this journey.
As a trauma-focused therapist, I work with clients who are ready to explore their inner selves. Together, we uncover life experiences and patterns that have led to negative self-beliefs. These beliefs can be subtle and may manifest as anxiety, perfectionism, or depression. Often, though not always, they originate from childhood through one significant event or repeated smaller experiences that impart negative messages to a developing mind. Our goal is to release these old beliefs, alleviate the symptoms, and create a path toward a more peaceful and fulfilling future.
As a trauma-focused therapist, I work with clients who are ready to explore their inner selves. Together, we uncover life experiences and patterns that have led to negative self-beliefs. These beliefs can be subtle and may manifest as anxiety, perfectionism, or depression. Often, though not always, they originate from childhood through one significant event or repeated smaller experiences that impart negative messages to a developing mind. Our goal is to release these old beliefs, alleviate the symptoms, and create a path toward a more peaceful and fulfilling future.
I am a dedicated and compassionate clinician with a strong commitment to promoting mental wellness and personal development. I tailor my approach to meet the diverse needs of each client to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can openly explore their concerns, build resilience, and develop practical skills that can be applied to various life situations. I am committed to connecting with individuals across age groups to establish a strong therapeutic alliance and foster an atmosphere of trust and collaboration.
I am a dedicated and compassionate clinician with a strong commitment to promoting mental wellness and personal development. I tailor my approach to meet the diverse needs of each client to create a safe and nurturing environment where clients can openly explore their concerns, build resilience, and develop practical skills that can be applied to various life situations. I am committed to connecting with individuals across age groups to establish a strong therapeutic alliance and foster an atmosphere of trust and collaboration.
**Availability on Monday evenings** Therapy can offer a space for healing, growth, and self-care. I have over 15 years of clinical experience helping those with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addiction, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, parenting struggles, life changes, and identity issues. My style is collaborative; working together to create a compassionate, non-judgmental, and comfortable space to identify your goals and gain the courage to see them through.
**Availability on Monday evenings** Therapy can offer a space for healing, growth, and self-care. I have over 15 years of clinical experience helping those with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, addiction, self-esteem issues, relationship issues, parenting struggles, life changes, and identity issues. My style is collaborative; working together to create a compassionate, non-judgmental, and comfortable space to identify your goals and gain the courage to see them through.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker receiving my Graduate Degree from Boston University. I use a strength-based, person-centered approach to aid people in guiding themselves towards healing, personal growth and to their own potential. My experience has been with children, families and young adults in homes, communities and schools throughout Boston and the South Shore, along with young men across Massachusetts involved in the juvenile justice system.
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker receiving my Graduate Degree from Boston University. I use a strength-based, person-centered approach to aid people in guiding themselves towards healing, personal growth and to their own potential. My experience has been with children, families and young adults in homes, communities and schools throughout Boston and the South Shore, along with young men across Massachusetts involved in the juvenile justice system.
My practice is comprised of individuals and families grappling with a range of issues from addiction to high conflict divorce and college transition difficulties. Many of my clients are navigating with the strain of divorce and are seeking to learn skills to co-parent young children despite high conflict with their ex-spouse. Others are parents devastated by the ravages of addiction on their child and, ultimately, their family. These clients are motivated, competent and capable, but are experiencing discomfort in their lives that requires empathic support and guidance.
My practice is comprised of individuals and families grappling with a range of issues from addiction to high conflict divorce and college transition difficulties. Many of my clients are navigating with the strain of divorce and are seeking to learn skills to co-parent young children despite high conflict with their ex-spouse. Others are parents devastated by the ravages of addiction on their child and, ultimately, their family. These clients are motivated, competent and capable, but are experiencing discomfort in their lives that requires empathic support and guidance.
Cindy M Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milton, MA 02186 (Online Only)
I possess extensive clinical, supervisory, administrative, training and teaching experience. I enjoy working with diverse populations with a variety of clinical presentations. I have been trained in a variety of evidenced based treatment modalities.
I possess extensive clinical, supervisory, administrative, training and teaching experience. I enjoy working with diverse populations with a variety of clinical presentations. I have been trained in a variety of evidenced based treatment modalities.
Elizabeth Quigley, LICSW, New Inspiration
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Milton, MA 02186 (Online Only)
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
You want to feel better and do better in your life, and now, perhaps more than ever, you need someone – someone REALLY helpful – “in your corner” to help you turn things around. I’m willing and able to do just that. Together, we can do this: I use a range of solution-focused approaches: treatments that work (CBT, DBT, and whatever else works). We’ll figure out exactly how you’ve “gotten here,” plan a way out, and I’ll guide you along the way…as we activate your strengths and your inner resources to live a better life. I work with adults, teens, and families and I’m available immediately to give you the help you need and deserve.
Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed by events that feel out of your control? Do you notice unhealthy patterns in the choices you make? These feelings of powerlessness and vulnerability can understandably lead to anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, or anger. Potentially, these emotions can impact the relationships you have with your partner, children, friends or coworkers. As a psychotherapist, I have been helping clients for over 15 years understand and change dysfunctional patterns, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I am an active participant in the process, and try to help my clients develop insight and solutions to their problems.
Are you feeling stressed or overwhelmed by events that feel out of your control? Do you notice unhealthy patterns in the choices you make? These feelings of powerlessness and vulnerability can understandably lead to anxiety, depression, sleep disturbance, or anger. Potentially, these emotions can impact the relationships you have with your partner, children, friends or coworkers. As a psychotherapist, I have been helping clients for over 15 years understand and change dysfunctional patterns, and develop healthier coping mechanisms. I am an active participant in the process, and try to help my clients develop insight and solutions to their problems.
New Directions Counseling Center provides a welcoming, comfortable, confidential atmosphere. Our team consists of 8 therapists with various specialties and many years of collective experience. We offer traditional and Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Issues addressed include: depression, anxiety, stress management, elder issues, loss and grief, addiction (including substance, exercise, and computer) relapse prevention, codependency, ACOA, parenting issues, child growth and development, pregnancy loss, infertility, postpartum depression, trauma, loss of vision, men's issues, job loss and more.
New Directions Counseling Center provides a welcoming, comfortable, confidential atmosphere. Our team consists of 8 therapists with various specialties and many years of collective experience. We offer traditional and Christian counseling for individuals, couples, and families. Issues addressed include: depression, anxiety, stress management, elder issues, loss and grief, addiction (including substance, exercise, and computer) relapse prevention, codependency, ACOA, parenting issues, child growth and development, pregnancy loss, infertility, postpartum depression, trauma, loss of vision, men's issues, job loss and more.
If you are struggling with life issues or stressors and would like to talk with someone who can assist you to grow with these challenges or if you have depression or anxiety and aren’t sure if you would benefit from talk psychotherapy and/or medication I would be happy to help you. I have been a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health for over 35 years. I provide consultation and relational talk psychotherapy to individuals of 14 years and older. Also I provide medication consultation and management for patients who may need medication in addition to therapy. Its important you find someone you are comfortable working with.
If you are struggling with life issues or stressors and would like to talk with someone who can assist you to grow with these challenges or if you have depression or anxiety and aren’t sure if you would benefit from talk psychotherapy and/or medication I would be happy to help you. I have been a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Mental Health for over 35 years. I provide consultation and relational talk psychotherapy to individuals of 14 years and older. Also I provide medication consultation and management for patients who may need medication in addition to therapy. Its important you find someone you are comfortable working with.
"Feeling like things need to change?" I have worked in the mental health field for the last 25 years with a wide variety of people. I have treated people for depression, trauma, anxiety-related issues, family problems, substance abuse, and other mental-health issues. I enjoy working with an individual, couple, or family with whatever issue that is presented. My past experience, which included working in corrections, has given me the ability to help an individual cope in the most undesirable circumstances. I have also been certified as a licensed drug and alcohol counselor.
"Feeling like things need to change?" I have worked in the mental health field for the last 25 years with a wide variety of people. I have treated people for depression, trauma, anxiety-related issues, family problems, substance abuse, and other mental-health issues. I enjoy working with an individual, couple, or family with whatever issue that is presented. My past experience, which included working in corrections, has given me the ability to help an individual cope in the most undesirable circumstances. I have also been certified as a licensed drug and alcohol counselor.
James Tyler Carpenter
Psychologist, PhD, FAACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, MA 02186 (Online Only)
My ideal client is that person looking for a broadly experienced and seasoned clinician who is able to work closely with them within the relationships, contexts, challenges, and dreams, that they find themselves an integral part of. Whether the client is interested in an experiential, behavioral, or a combined and integrated approach, they will have an interest in exploring the possibilities inherent in sharing their challenges and desire to rebalance their lives or grow themselves into those life spaces that have brought them to my office.
My ideal client is that person looking for a broadly experienced and seasoned clinician who is able to work closely with them within the relationships, contexts, challenges, and dreams, that they find themselves an integral part of. Whether the client is interested in an experiential, behavioral, or a combined and integrated approach, they will have an interest in exploring the possibilities inherent in sharing their challenges and desire to rebalance their lives or grow themselves into those life spaces that have brought them to my office.
Schatzel Counseling Group, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milton, MA 02186
Growth toward a more comfortable and confident you. Services are provided so that clients may develop growth across a number of domains. Clients are asked to be active participants in our work together, in addition to any plans for their own personal development. Approaches include but are not limited to developing a repertoire of skills based around the following categories: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Mindfulness/Meditation. Furthermore, Schatzel Counseling Group takes a humanistic and client centered approach which incorporates several disciplines from a varying array of fields.
Growth toward a more comfortable and confident you. Services are provided so that clients may develop growth across a number of domains. Clients are asked to be active participants in our work together, in addition to any plans for their own personal development. Approaches include but are not limited to developing a repertoire of skills based around the following categories: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance, and Mindfulness/Meditation. Furthermore, Schatzel Counseling Group takes a humanistic and client centered approach which incorporates several disciplines from a varying array of fields.
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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.