Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
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Ashley Jefferson-Becerra
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Ashley takes an approach to therapy that emphasizes the individual experience and strives for every person to feel welcomed, honored, and respected. She focuses on inclusivity and empathy in session by using both complementary health approaches and evidenced based practices. Ashley is gender-affirming with a proactive social justice lens and has a background working with adults and adolescents with trauma, mental health, and substance use concerns. Ashley is credentialed as a pre-licensed clinical counselor under supervision and an alcohol and drug counselor.
Ashley takes an approach to therapy that emphasizes the individual experience and strives for every person to feel welcomed, honored, and respected. She focuses on inclusivity and empathy in session by using both complementary health approaches and evidenced based practices. Ashley is gender-affirming with a proactive social justice lens and has a background working with adults and adolescents with trauma, mental health, and substance use concerns. Ashley is credentialed as a pre-licensed clinical counselor under supervision and an alcohol and drug counselor.
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Zane Rosen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409
Waitlist for new clients
As a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming provider, I am dedicated to fostering authenticity and understanding. I am currently working with individuals 18+ and specialize in neurodivergence, substance use, and identity. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, utilizing strength-based strategies, narrative therapy, and psychodynamic principles to navigate the complexities of each individual's experiences and identities. I believe in the power of collaboration, with each client being the expert of their own life.
As a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive, and LGBTQIA+ affirming provider, I am dedicated to fostering authenticity and understanding. I am currently working with individuals 18+ and specialize in neurodivergence, substance use, and identity. My practice is built on a person-centered approach, utilizing strength-based strategies, narrative therapy, and psychodynamic principles to navigate the complexities of each individual's experiences and identities. I believe in the power of collaboration, with each client being the expert of their own life.
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Kelle A Kasner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Waitlist for new clients
For 20 years I have supported folks with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Have you made significant changes in your life but find yourself stuck in old patterns? Are you in recovery from drugs or alcohol or disordered eating, but still find yourself struggling in other ways? My Name is Kelle Kirk and I help folks in recovery STAY in recovery. Many of us have found out that cutting out the drinking or drugging or changing our relationship to food or our bodies didn't "fix" everything; in some ways, maybe we found things to be more intense or complicated in this new landscape. You have come so far and made such progress, let's work on the being human and truly do something different.
For 20 years I have supported folks with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Have you made significant changes in your life but find yourself stuck in old patterns? Are you in recovery from drugs or alcohol or disordered eating, but still find yourself struggling in other ways? My Name is Kelle Kirk and I help folks in recovery STAY in recovery. Many of us have found out that cutting out the drinking or drugging or changing our relationship to food or our bodies didn't "fix" everything; in some ways, maybe we found things to be more intense or complicated in this new landscape. You have come so far and made such progress, let's work on the being human and truly do something different.
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Kyle Smyth
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPS, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55414
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that what we are dealing with is not who we are. Challenges with substance use, mental health symptoms, relationships, or whatever else you are facing do not define you. Learning how to see beyond these things to the full and complete person you are can be both difficult and healing. I believe that my role as a therapist is to help clients start that process in a supportive and non-judgmental way. I want you to feel that you are the driving force in your therapy experience, not judgement or stigmas.
I believe that what we are dealing with is not who we are. Challenges with substance use, mental health symptoms, relationships, or whatever else you are facing do not define you. Learning how to see beyond these things to the full and complete person you are can be both difficult and healing. I believe that my role as a therapist is to help clients start that process in a supportive and non-judgmental way. I want you to feel that you are the driving force in your therapy experience, not judgement or stigmas.
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Amber Egdorf
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55400
Only Accepting DBT Referrals At This Time. My passion is working with individuals with dual-diagnosis or co-occurring substance use concerns along with an array of mental health disorders. I have a specific passion working with those who have experienced trauma or have been diagnosed/have concerns related to a personality disorder. I have worked with individuals with both substance and sexual addictions and find great passion in being able to work with individuals to help them implement changes and shape their lives towards a life worth enjoying.
Only Accepting DBT Referrals At This Time. My passion is working with individuals with dual-diagnosis or co-occurring substance use concerns along with an array of mental health disorders. I have a specific passion working with those who have experienced trauma or have been diagnosed/have concerns related to a personality disorder. I have worked with individuals with both substance and sexual addictions and find great passion in being able to work with individuals to help them implement changes and shape their lives towards a life worth enjoying.
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Erika Pieniniemi
Counselor, MPS, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Waitlist for new clients
My work has been primarily centered around concerns relating to complex trauma, substance use, anxiety, ADHD, and identity concerns. In particular, I have a strong passion for working within the LGBTQIA+ community. As part of my practice, I recognize that our overall health can be impacted by our lived experiences with the broken systems around us, and at times, symptoms can be a direct result from living within these systems. My focus is to help clients gain insight around the impacts that past experiences may have had, address past trauma, recognize one's own strengths, and learn how to navigate through the challenges of life.
My work has been primarily centered around concerns relating to complex trauma, substance use, anxiety, ADHD, and identity concerns. In particular, I have a strong passion for working within the LGBTQIA+ community. As part of my practice, I recognize that our overall health can be impacted by our lived experiences with the broken systems around us, and at times, symptoms can be a direct result from living within these systems. My focus is to help clients gain insight around the impacts that past experiences may have had, address past trauma, recognize one's own strengths, and learn how to navigate through the challenges of life.
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I am a licensed professional clinical counselor and a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. I enjoy working with individuals struggling with a wide range of problems, with an emphasis on co-occurring mental health and substance use issues. I utilize mindfulness-based CBT, which has been shown to be highly effective for treating a multitude of concerns, especially anxiety and depression that tends to accompany substance use/abuse. I am also trained in EMDR for the treatment of trauma, and anxiety. I am more than happy to answer any additional questions you might have.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor and a licensed alcohol and drug counselor. I enjoy working with individuals struggling with a wide range of problems, with an emphasis on co-occurring mental health and substance use issues. I utilize mindfulness-based CBT, which has been shown to be highly effective for treating a multitude of concerns, especially anxiety and depression that tends to accompany substance use/abuse. I am also trained in EMDR for the treatment of trauma, and anxiety. I am more than happy to answer any additional questions you might have.
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No matter what you’re going through there is something out there that can help make it easier. Maybe it’s therapy, maybe it’s a talking unicorn, but until you find a talking unicorn, I’m happy to fill in. I focus on practical solutions to your struggles and have years of experience helping people with substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism, as well as myriad other conditions and situations. I lean heavily on humor and affability to create a comfortable environment for my clients from all backgrounds and walks of life including LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC.
No matter what you’re going through there is something out there that can help make it easier. Maybe it’s therapy, maybe it’s a talking unicorn, but until you find a talking unicorn, I’m happy to fill in. I focus on practical solutions to your struggles and have years of experience helping people with substance use, trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and autism, as well as myriad other conditions and situations. I lean heavily on humor and affability to create a comfortable environment for my clients from all backgrounds and walks of life including LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC.
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Emily (Emy) Horsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408 (Online Only)
Sometimes in life we can feel like we have no control over what is happening, the paths our relationships are taking, or what the future might have in store for us. We can get to a place where we are stuck in a continuous cycle of negative thinking, gloomy feelings, and ineffective behaviors. I provide therapy to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, relationship changes/separation, substance use issues, stress management, academic challenges, sports/performance concerns, chronic illness, sexuality/gender identity issues, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia spectrum, and life balance.
Sometimes in life we can feel like we have no control over what is happening, the paths our relationships are taking, or what the future might have in store for us. We can get to a place where we are stuck in a continuous cycle of negative thinking, gloomy feelings, and ineffective behaviors. I provide therapy to individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, life transitions, relationship changes/separation, substance use issues, stress management, academic challenges, sports/performance concerns, chronic illness, sexuality/gender identity issues, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia spectrum, and life balance.
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Ann L. P. Steely
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55402
Waitlist for new clients
I treat all major mental health conditions and specialize in working with other mental health and health professionals as well as individuals wanting support around disordered eating, compulsions, problematic substance use, and challenges related to a loved one's substance use.
My name is Ann L. P. Steely and I am a clinical social worker and owner of Heartland Psychotherapy. I specialize in working with adolescents/adults in individual and family therapy. My focus in therapy is on my relationship with you, understanding what you need as an individual, and using this understanding to help you find insight into how to make the changes you want to make in your life. Psychotherapy is a process of working together towards healing and change. I will help you understand yourself authentically and find greater ease through the exploration of your emotional experience, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.
I treat all major mental health conditions and specialize in working with other mental health and health professionals as well as individuals wanting support around disordered eating, compulsions, problematic substance use, and challenges related to a loved one's substance use.
My name is Ann L. P. Steely and I am a clinical social worker and owner of Heartland Psychotherapy. I specialize in working with adolescents/adults in individual and family therapy. My focus in therapy is on my relationship with you, understanding what you need as an individual, and using this understanding to help you find insight into how to make the changes you want to make in your life. Psychotherapy is a process of working together towards healing and change. I will help you understand yourself authentically and find greater ease through the exploration of your emotional experience, thoughts, behaviors, and relationships.
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Kate Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Waitlist for new clients
College and Emerging Adult transitions, Athletes/Performers, Neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC affirming, Life Transitions, Self-harm, Self-esteem, Cultural-identity, Gender-identity, Attachment, Trauma (personal, generational, historical, religious), Loss & Grief, Adoption, Divorce, Addictions and/or Substance Use.
As a therapist, I am committed to being a source of unconditional positive regard, asking hard and important questions, offering observations to identify connections in experiences, exploring and challenging negative self-beliefs, offering tools and skills in the capacity desired, and celebrating the ups and the downs of the process. I believe human growth, change, and healing is most easily found when we allow ourselves the chance to be uncomfortable. I am a Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy Practitioner and have found it to be an incredible tool for increasing healing with life’s big and small difficulties.
College and Emerging Adult transitions, Athletes/Performers, Neurodivergence, LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC affirming, Life Transitions, Self-harm, Self-esteem, Cultural-identity, Gender-identity, Attachment, Trauma (personal, generational, historical, religious), Loss & Grief, Adoption, Divorce, Addictions and/or Substance Use.
As a therapist, I am committed to being a source of unconditional positive regard, asking hard and important questions, offering observations to identify connections in experiences, exploring and challenging negative self-beliefs, offering tools and skills in the capacity desired, and celebrating the ups and the downs of the process. I believe human growth, change, and healing is most easily found when we allow ourselves the chance to be uncomfortable. I am a Certified Accelerated Resolution Therapy Practitioner and have found it to be an incredible tool for increasing healing with life’s big and small difficulties.
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Eloise von DeWitt
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with the queer and trans community and people struggling with substance use.
Update as of summer 2024, I am no longer accepting long term clients. For folks considering their options for gender affirming surgery, I'm available to take on short term clients just for the purpose of pre-op research, planning, and letter writing. I work with most major insurance. This can include: help researching surgeons, determining insurance coverage, finding a surgeon's before and after pics, making a pre or post op care plan, support quitting a substance before surgery, and of course, writing any required letters for insurance. Unfortunately I am not available at this time for ongoing therapy work.
I am passionate about working with the queer and trans community and people struggling with substance use.
Update as of summer 2024, I am no longer accepting long term clients. For folks considering their options for gender affirming surgery, I'm available to take on short term clients just for the purpose of pre-op research, planning, and letter writing. I work with most major insurance. This can include: help researching surgeons, determining insurance coverage, finding a surgeon's before and after pics, making a pre or post op care plan, support quitting a substance before surgery, and of course, writing any required letters for insurance. Unfortunately I am not available at this time for ongoing therapy work.
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Jacob Minnig Behavioral Health Integration EMDR T
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407
When it comes to my work as a mental health and addiction therapist my love and passion for aiding veterans, police officers, and emergency service workers is second to none. I am strongly devoted to aiding these individuals as it comes to various mental health disorders from anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and many others. I also have many years of experiences helping veterans and the general population with various type of substance use disorders. I am proud advocate for the wounded warrior project as well as supporting police officer's and EMS worker's hoping to live healthier lives.
When it comes to my work as a mental health and addiction therapist my love and passion for aiding veterans, police officers, and emergency service workers is second to none. I am strongly devoted to aiding these individuals as it comes to various mental health disorders from anxiety, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression and many others. I also have many years of experiences helping veterans and the general population with various type of substance use disorders. I am proud advocate for the wounded warrior project as well as supporting police officer's and EMS worker's hoping to live healthier lives.
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Twin Cities Therapy and Counseling Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55422
We have Immediate Openings! We are a therapist owned practice of dedicated providers that are focused on providing excellent patient care. We are a multidisciplinary, culturally diverse team of counselors, psychologists, registered dieticians, and marriage and family therapists who have varied expertise in the assessment and treatment of behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and addictive behaviors, as well as family and couples work. Our staff is skilled in working with anyone of diverse sexual orientation/gender identities as well as cultural, religious, and economic backgrounds.
We have Immediate Openings! We are a therapist owned practice of dedicated providers that are focused on providing excellent patient care. We are a multidisciplinary, culturally diverse team of counselors, psychologists, registered dieticians, and marriage and family therapists who have varied expertise in the assessment and treatment of behavioral health concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and addictive behaviors, as well as family and couples work. Our staff is skilled in working with anyone of diverse sexual orientation/gender identities as well as cultural, religious, and economic backgrounds.
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Lauren Azbill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55417
Life is hard and often not fair at times. We seek therapy to feel heard, validated and find ways to move through our pain. I work with a broad range of individuals, couple's and families. My passion is helping those with relational issues, developmental trauma, substance use as well as eating disorders. I will work with individuals (13+). I love working with transplants as I understand the complexities of moving to another part of the country and not knowing the culture. My goal is to help you find yourself, that internal voice that tells you, "you are worthy, you are enough."
Life is hard and often not fair at times. We seek therapy to feel heard, validated and find ways to move through our pain. I work with a broad range of individuals, couple's and families. My passion is helping those with relational issues, developmental trauma, substance use as well as eating disorders. I will work with individuals (13+). I love working with transplants as I understand the complexities of moving to another part of the country and not knowing the culture. My goal is to help you find yourself, that internal voice that tells you, "you are worthy, you are enough."
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Minnesota Counseling and Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55401
Erin works with GLBT challenges, substance use disorders, loss, anger management, eating disorders, affective disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar)utilizing traditional talk therapy as well as play therapy and art therapy techniques.
Erin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of North Dakota. While working as a Crisis Counselor, Erin earned a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. Erin is also a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified PREPARE/ENRICH Counselor (Relationship Counseling). She is a member of the American Association for Play Therapy and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Erin works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups dealing with various life changes.
Erin works with GLBT challenges, substance use disorders, loss, anger management, eating disorders, affective disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar)utilizing traditional talk therapy as well as play therapy and art therapy techniques.
Erin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of North Dakota. While working as a Crisis Counselor, Erin earned a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. Erin is also a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified PREPARE/ENRICH Counselor (Relationship Counseling). She is a member of the American Association for Play Therapy and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Erin works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups dealing with various life changes.
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Our specialties include addiction and compulsive behaviors (substance use and food), aging challenges, EMDR, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, chronic illness, mood/anxiety disorders, and perinatal mental health.
At Be. Counseling Partners we will support you throughout your therapy process. We will help you to identify your needs for support and your goals for change. Sometimes the desired change is internal; we want to think or feel differently about things, including ourselves. Sometimes the change we seek is about behavior; we want to react in different ways in relationships and situations in our lives. Sometimes the change is about acceptance; we seek acceptance of who we are or things we cannot control. It would be our privilege to accompany you in your change process.
Our specialties include addiction and compulsive behaviors (substance use and food), aging challenges, EMDR, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, chronic illness, mood/anxiety disorders, and perinatal mental health.
At Be. Counseling Partners we will support you throughout your therapy process. We will help you to identify your needs for support and your goals for change. Sometimes the desired change is internal; we want to think or feel differently about things, including ourselves. Sometimes the change we seek is about behavior; we want to react in different ways in relationships and situations in our lives. Sometimes the change is about acceptance; we seek acceptance of who we are or things we cannot control. It would be our privilege to accompany you in your change process.
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“Journey before Destination.” This philosophy is at the heart of my therapeutic approach, emphasizing the importance of the process and navigating crossroads unique to each person’s path. I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve personal growth through resilience and creativity, understanding that each step along the journey creates the footprints that lead us to our destination. I often work with clients coping with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, problematic substance use, and various life transitions such as, career/education changes and challenges, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, and health concerns.
“Journey before Destination.” This philosophy is at the heart of my therapeutic approach, emphasizing the importance of the process and navigating crossroads unique to each person’s path. I am dedicated to helping individuals achieve personal growth through resilience and creativity, understanding that each step along the journey creates the footprints that lead us to our destination. I often work with clients coping with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, problematic substance use, and various life transitions such as, career/education changes and challenges, family/relationship issues, grief/loss, and health concerns.
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I have specialized training and experience in the treatment of PTSD, OCD, Phobias, and Substance Use Disorders.
I know choosing a therapist can be difficult. I like to provide an atmosphere that is nurturing and focused on helping you achieve your goals. I do this using easily understood techniques that have been consistently shown effective through research. We'll work together to understand the complexities of your problems followed by implementation of practical solutions and skills, all couched in collaboration and empathy. I'll work hard to help you and I welcome the opportunity to do so. Ultimately, I hope to help you feel empowered enough such that you no longer need me.
I have specialized training and experience in the treatment of PTSD, OCD, Phobias, and Substance Use Disorders.
I know choosing a therapist can be difficult. I like to provide an atmosphere that is nurturing and focused on helping you achieve your goals. I do this using easily understood techniques that have been consistently shown effective through research. We'll work together to understand the complexities of your problems followed by implementation of practical solutions and skills, all couched in collaboration and empathy. I'll work hard to help you and I welcome the opportunity to do so. Ultimately, I hope to help you feel empowered enough such that you no longer need me.
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I am a clinical psychologist and proprietor of Minnesota Psychological Services, LLC. I consider myself a generalist clinician, meaning I can assess and treat most psychological and mental health concerns. I have extensive training and experience working with individuals in various stages of substance use recovery: individual therapy as a primary means to address problematic substance use and/or developing new strategies for coping with strong emotions and other behavioral concerns without substance use. I offer a genuine dual-diagnosis approach that most addiction treatments do not provide.
I am a clinical psychologist and proprietor of Minnesota Psychological Services, LLC. I consider myself a generalist clinician, meaning I can assess and treat most psychological and mental health concerns. I have extensive training and experience working with individuals in various stages of substance use recovery: individual therapy as a primary means to address problematic substance use and/or developing new strategies for coping with strong emotions and other behavioral concerns without substance use. I offer a genuine dual-diagnosis approach that most addiction treatments do not provide.
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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.