Substance Use Therapists in Cranbury, NJ
Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, MCIS, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (Online Only)
Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman is a counseling psychologist specializing in trauma services and community psychology, holding a PhD in the field. She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey, working with clients globally. Prior to establishing her private practice, Dr. Shirin was a program coordinator for a NJ adolescent substance abuse program, where she developed treatment curriculum for group and family therapy. Later, she worked as a community liaison for this program and three others in New York, coordinating psychiatric and substance abuse care.
Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman is a counseling psychologist specializing in trauma services and community psychology, holding a PhD in the field. She is a licensed professional counselor (LPC) and licensed clinical drug and alcohol counselor (LCADC) based in New Jersey, working with clients globally. Prior to establishing her private practice, Dr. Shirin was a program coordinator for a NJ adolescent substance abuse program, where she developed treatment curriculum for group and family therapy. Later, she worked as a community liaison for this program and three others in New York, coordinating psychiatric and substance abuse care.
In my professional work I have learned to empathize deeply and to make observations and interpretations based on years of accumulated clinical knowledge and experience. While my professional training has been invaluable, my clients (and my colleagues, too) have been the most extraordinary teachers of life and healing. Through my work I have learned to be more open and compassionate and more fully human. This enables me to be a more effective facilitator in the healing process of psychotherapy. It is always a privilege to do emotional healing work with another human being--both of us are enriched.
In my professional work I have learned to empathize deeply and to make observations and interpretations based on years of accumulated clinical knowledge and experience. While my professional training has been invaluable, my clients (and my colleagues, too) have been the most extraordinary teachers of life and healing. Through my work I have learned to be more open and compassionate and more fully human. This enables me to be a more effective facilitator in the healing process of psychotherapy. It is always a privilege to do emotional healing work with another human being--both of us are enriched.
The healing journey begins with the desire for personal growth and a willingness to embrace change.
Together, we can achieve this. The first question is, " Are you willing to take care of you now?" For most, this is a difficult commitment to make. For those who are willing, the rewards are immeasurable. Learning how to face problems fearlessly, improve work performance, develop healthy realtionships, or reach a state of peace and joy are within your grasp.
The healing journey begins with the desire for personal growth and a willingness to embrace change.
Together, we can achieve this. The first question is, " Are you willing to take care of you now?" For most, this is a difficult commitment to make. For those who are willing, the rewards are immeasurable. Learning how to face problems fearlessly, improve work performance, develop healthy realtionships, or reach a state of peace and joy are within your grasp.
Life is a journey and sometimes we struggle along the way. Some struggles are harder than others and we may need to turn to others to find resolutions. If your goal is to be happy and live a balanced life, I can help you initiate positive change. By teaching effective coping skills and focusing on the individual as a whole, I aim to help my clients live a balanced and fulfilled life.
Life is a journey and sometimes we struggle along the way. Some struggles are harder than others and we may need to turn to others to find resolutions. If your goal is to be happy and live a balanced life, I can help you initiate positive change. By teaching effective coping skills and focusing on the individual as a whole, I aim to help my clients live a balanced and fulfilled life.
Marie Kifun Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCN, QEEGD
Verified Verified
Cranbury, NJ 08512
I work with adults, couples, children and adolescents combining a variety of approaches including talk therapy and neurotherapy. I emphasize the value of our relationship, building trust by listening and understanding your needs. Treatment is geared to removing barriers that prevent you from having a meaningful life, developing the skills to support your journey towards healing and free you from negative emotions such as guilt, shame, fear, anxiety and anger. Through a process of self- exploration, problem solving, skills development, you can learn to overcome obstacles, clarify your values and reach your goals..
I work with adults, couples, children and adolescents combining a variety of approaches including talk therapy and neurotherapy. I emphasize the value of our relationship, building trust by listening and understanding your needs. Treatment is geared to removing barriers that prevent you from having a meaningful life, developing the skills to support your journey towards healing and free you from negative emotions such as guilt, shame, fear, anxiety and anger. Through a process of self- exploration, problem solving, skills development, you can learn to overcome obstacles, clarify your values and reach your goals..
Jennifer L Lovaglio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (Online Only)
As a licensed professional counselor I provide clients with a safe space to share their concerns, struggles, or challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and built on warmth and trust. Together we will work to identify issues, past and present, with the goal of stability, healing and empowerment. Offering a holistic perspective, I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma and addiction (i.e. substance/alcohol abuse/dependency).
As a licensed professional counselor I provide clients with a safe space to share their concerns, struggles, or challenges. I believe the therapeutic relationship should be collaborative and built on warmth and trust. Together we will work to identify issues, past and present, with the goal of stability, healing and empowerment. Offering a holistic perspective, I specialize in perinatal and postpartum mental health, trauma and addiction (i.e. substance/alcohol abuse/dependency).
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Deepanjali Tiwari
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852 (Online Only)
My specialties include working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and those going through various life transitions.
Taking the first step towards seeking therapy is incredibly brave, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. As a therapist, my approach is grounded in creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My ultimate goal is to collaborate with you in navigating life's challenges and empowering you to make positive changes.
My specialties include working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, substance use concerns, and those going through various life transitions.
Taking the first step towards seeking therapy is incredibly brave, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. As a therapist, my approach is grounded in creating a safe and supportive space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. My ultimate goal is to collaborate with you in navigating life's challenges and empowering you to make positive changes.
Sonya Elefante
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
I have experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and substance use, and have been in practice for 4 years.
Hi, I’m Sonya and I'm happy you’re here. Finding a therapist can be a daunting task, but you’ve taken the first – and most difficult – step! Whatever challenges you may be facing in life, I offer a compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will work with you to address depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, disordered eating behaviors, substance use, adjustment issues, and life transitions. I believe in the power of human resilience and in your potential for transformation. Together, we'll work to discover insights, develop coping strategies, and draw from your strength.
I have experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, and substance use, and have been in practice for 4 years.
Hi, I’m Sonya and I'm happy you’re here. Finding a therapist can be a daunting task, but you’ve taken the first – and most difficult – step! Whatever challenges you may be facing in life, I offer a compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment. I will work with you to address depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, disordered eating behaviors, substance use, adjustment issues, and life transitions. I believe in the power of human resilience and in your potential for transformation. Together, we'll work to discover insights, develop coping strategies, and draw from your strength.
Tricia Colbert
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 20 years in the clinical setting. My mission is to help individuals and their families become healthier in order to have a better quality of life. I use a holistic approach, blending elements from different modalities in order to tailor treatment to clients' individual needs. I treat a wide range of mental health and addiction issues, though my expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders as well as substance use disorders.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor with over 20 years in the clinical setting. My mission is to help individuals and their families become healthier in order to have a better quality of life. I use a holistic approach, blending elements from different modalities in order to tailor treatment to clients' individual needs. I treat a wide range of mental health and addiction issues, though my expertise is in mood and anxiety disorders as well as substance use disorders.
Laura Shuzman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
Engaging in therapy is one of the many ways we can care for ourselves. I’ve been a counselor for over 15 years working with clients who seek support around a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being and daily living. I offer telehealth counseling to adult clients who seek to address issues related to anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance use, relationships, and/or overall wellness.
Engaging in therapy is one of the many ways we can care for ourselves. I’ve been a counselor for over 15 years working with clients who seek support around a variety of issues impacting emotional well-being and daily living. I offer telehealth counseling to adult clients who seek to address issues related to anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance use, relationships, and/or overall wellness.
Monica Frank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hamilton, NJ 08690
Whether you’re seeking support to process past trauma, address a substance use issue, manage anxiety, or better understand yourself, I can hold space while you meet yourself with compassionate curiosity. I view problems from substance use and other compulsive or unhealthy patterns through a harm-reduction and trauma informed lens, seeking to first understand the protective intention of that behavior and practice gentleness as you shift into a new way of being. It’s important we also work to understand how environment and systems may impact the healing process and your experience of therapy - healing doesn’t happen in a vacuum!
Whether you’re seeking support to process past trauma, address a substance use issue, manage anxiety, or better understand yourself, I can hold space while you meet yourself with compassionate curiosity. I view problems from substance use and other compulsive or unhealthy patterns through a harm-reduction and trauma informed lens, seeking to first understand the protective intention of that behavior and practice gentleness as you shift into a new way of being. It’s important we also work to understand how environment and systems may impact the healing process and your experience of therapy - healing doesn’t happen in a vacuum!
I have worked with a variety of diagnoses such as severe persistent mental illness (SPMI), substance use disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
As a therapist at Victory Bay, my role is a primary therapist in both the adult and adolescent IOP programs. My experience has been in partial-care, in-home therapy, outpatient therapy, and inpatient settings.
I have worked with a variety of diagnoses such as severe persistent mental illness (SPMI), substance use disorders, and post-traumatic stress.
As a therapist at Victory Bay, my role is a primary therapist in both the adult and adolescent IOP programs. My experience has been in partial-care, in-home therapy, outpatient therapy, and inpatient settings.
I treat an array of psychiatric disorders, however my true passion is treating clients with Substance Use Disorders.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
I treat an array of psychiatric disorders, however my true passion is treating clients with Substance Use Disorders.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
Mark Woodford
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
I provide a compassionate, supportive, and welcoming space for adults of all ages. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals facing anxiety and depression, problematic relational dynamics, substance use and/or addictive behaviors, and life transitions.
I provide a compassionate, supportive, and welcoming space for adults of all ages. I have over 25 years of experience working with individuals facing anxiety and depression, problematic relational dynamics, substance use and/or addictive behaviors, and life transitions.
Utilizing evidence-based techniques and a client-centered approach, I work collaboratively with you to identify and address your unique needs and goals in the substance use program.
My role is to show empathy and active listening and provide a environment for individuals to explore their emotions and experiences to maintain sobriety and overall reduce mental health symptoms. I guide clients through their personal journeys towards healing and self-discovery. Utilizing evidence-based techniques and a client-centered approach, I work collaboratively with individuals to identify and address their unique needs and goals in the substance use program.
Utilizing evidence-based techniques and a client-centered approach, I work collaboratively with you to identify and address your unique needs and goals in the substance use program.
My role is to show empathy and active listening and provide a environment for individuals to explore their emotions and experiences to maintain sobriety and overall reduce mental health symptoms. I guide clients through their personal journeys towards healing and self-discovery. Utilizing evidence-based techniques and a client-centered approach, I work collaboratively with individuals to identify and address their unique needs and goals in the substance use program.
My client would be someone seeking treatment for substance use disorder, PTSD and/or Personality disorders. This person would be seeking to gain resiliency and manage traumatic symptoms. Their goals could also include, but are not limited to, being able to increase self-esteem, self-worth, and self-awareness.
My client would be someone seeking treatment for substance use disorder, PTSD and/or Personality disorders. This person would be seeking to gain resiliency and manage traumatic symptoms. Their goals could also include, but are not limited to, being able to increase self-esteem, self-worth, and self-awareness.
Debra Ruisard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
Making the decision to engage in psychotherapy is an important step in healing from traumatic life events that leave emotional wounds long into adulthood. My approach to working with individuals suffering from traumatic stress comes from an understanding that trauma is stored in the body. Often traditional talk therapy is ineffective until one learns how to calm the body’s heightened state of anxiety and therefore allowing the mind to focus on healing rather than survival. Substance abuse is often an effective but maladaptive coping strategy for the emotional and physical stress responses that linger long after the traumatic experience is over. I assist clients who struggle with substances to discover the connection between their substance use and their trauma symptoms, and to develop new strategies for recovery that start with the body.
Making the decision to engage in psychotherapy is an important step in healing from traumatic life events that leave emotional wounds long into adulthood. My approach to working with individuals suffering from traumatic stress comes from an understanding that trauma is stored in the body. Often traditional talk therapy is ineffective until one learns how to calm the body’s heightened state of anxiety and therefore allowing the mind to focus on healing rather than survival. Substance abuse is often an effective but maladaptive coping strategy for the emotional and physical stress responses that linger long after the traumatic experience is over. I assist clients who struggle with substances to discover the connection between their substance use and their trauma symptoms, and to develop new strategies for recovery that start with the body.
Doug Paul
Counselor, LPC, LMHC, LCPC, CPCS, QS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton Junction, NJ 08550
I work with a number of different presenting issues including men's issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life changes, couples and those who are struggling with substance use.
I work with a number of different presenting issues including men's issues, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, life changes, couples and those who are struggling with substance use.
Phil Smyth
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC, ICGC-1
Verified Verified
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
An ideal client would be an adult, mental health/ substance use disorder, with a desire to change. Family involvement is so important so I would hope they would have emphasis on that and willingness to have them involved. Ultimately I love when someone is internally driven to change, but as a therapist we meet the clients where they are. Internally motivated, externally motivated, and sometimes neither. I don't discriminate and am willing to help essentially anyone.
An ideal client would be an adult, mental health/ substance use disorder, with a desire to change. Family involvement is so important so I would hope they would have emphasis on that and willingness to have them involved. Ultimately I love when someone is internally driven to change, but as a therapist we meet the clients where they are. Internally motivated, externally motivated, and sometimes neither. I don't discriminate and am willing to help essentially anyone.
Samantha Barry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
I take pride in areas of expertise including substance use disorders (18+) and working with young adults.
Struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, or everything that feels in between? Looking for support in daily functioning and understanding "life on life's terms"? I am here to help. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to process thoughts, feelings, and to utilize our sessions together for what is needed most. I use both CBT and DBT concepts and skills to assist individuals in exploring a number of things ranging from negative thoughts/behaviors, to interpersonal effectiveness skills.
I take pride in areas of expertise including substance use disorders (18+) and working with young adults.
Struggling with substance use, depression, anxiety, or everything that feels in between? Looking for support in daily functioning and understanding "life on life's terms"? I am here to help. I believe in creating a safe space for individuals to process thoughts, feelings, and to utilize our sessions together for what is needed most. I use both CBT and DBT concepts and skills to assist individuals in exploring a number of things ranging from negative thoughts/behaviors, to interpersonal effectiveness skills.
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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.