Alcohol Use Therapists in Saddle Brook, NJ
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John Roesch - Interventionist
Counselor, CASAC, CRC, CAI, CIP, CPA
Not Verified Not Verified
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Addiction, whether to substances like alcohol and drugs or behavioral patterns such as gambling or an eating disorder, can wreak havoc on individuals and their loved ones. My expertise lies in treating addiction across a spectrum, including behavioral addictions, eating disorders, and mental health crises. Beyond addressing substance abuse, I specialize in tackling the associated feelings of shame, depression, and anxiety. Recovery from addiction and related mental health challenges involves a holistic approach, encompassing the strengthening of mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
Addiction, whether to substances like alcohol and drugs or behavioral patterns such as gambling or an eating disorder, can wreak havoc on individuals and their loved ones. My expertise lies in treating addiction across a spectrum, including behavioral addictions, eating disorders, and mental health crises. Beyond addressing substance abuse, I specialize in tackling the associated feelings of shame, depression, and anxiety. Recovery from addiction and related mental health challenges involves a holistic approach, encompassing the strengthening of mental, physical, and emotional well-being.
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Melissa Brickley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663 (Online Only)
Here you are exploring the possibility of going to therapy. You are likely going through something. Chances are you have been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed. Possibly having conflict with loved ones. Decision making is difficult. Motivation decreased. Short-tempered. Drinking increased. Or perhaps you have a child that is struggling with peers or giving you a hard time. No matter what it is that has brought you to this place, call me. Let's sort through it together. You can feel better and you are worth it! I provide a safe, non-judgmental place for you to share what's on your mind and in your heart.
Here you are exploring the possibility of going to therapy. You are likely going through something. Chances are you have been feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stressed. Possibly having conflict with loved ones. Decision making is difficult. Motivation decreased. Short-tempered. Drinking increased. Or perhaps you have a child that is struggling with peers or giving you a hard time. No matter what it is that has brought you to this place, call me. Let's sort through it together. You can feel better and you are worth it! I provide a safe, non-judgmental place for you to share what's on your mind and in your heart.
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Salvador Reyes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS, CCS, ICGC-I
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Everyone’s mental health and wellness journey is different. We, at the North Jersey Wellness Center take your experiences, background, beliefs, and lifestyle to help you navigate through your life. We will work together to create a treatment plan based on your unique needs, challenges, and goals. Finding the right care for our clients is our primary goal. We focus on what matters to you, to achieve the results you want.
Everyone’s mental health and wellness journey is different. We, at the North Jersey Wellness Center take your experiences, background, beliefs, and lifestyle to help you navigate through your life. We will work together to create a treatment plan based on your unique needs, challenges, and goals. Finding the right care for our clients is our primary goal. We focus on what matters to you, to achieve the results you want.
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No one decides to struggle. There are normally very complex and deeply personal reasons a person reaches out for help. Our goal at North Jersey Wellness Center is to help guide you through your life’s journey. Our dedicated team of therapists will help you with any mental health or substance abuse concerns you may be experiencing. We use our own unique program and practice in a safe and warm environment of mutual understanding. We aim to put you back in control of your life, help you reconcile with your past, and empower you to embrace the future.
No one decides to struggle. There are normally very complex and deeply personal reasons a person reaches out for help. Our goal at North Jersey Wellness Center is to help guide you through your life’s journey. Our dedicated team of therapists will help you with any mental health or substance abuse concerns you may be experiencing. We use our own unique program and practice in a safe and warm environment of mutual understanding. We aim to put you back in control of your life, help you reconcile with your past, and empower you to embrace the future.
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Karolyna Fernandez
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
Saddle Brook, NJ 07663
Beginning my career in 2012 has allowed me to build on a unique approach that includes providing empathy, genuineness, trust, and creating a safe space. My expertise includes working with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, substance use, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, crisis management, self-esteem, relationship issues, and family systems. Through the use of Person-Centered Approach, CBT, IFS, Play Therapy, and Trauma-focused therapy, I am here to help you find the balance you need.
Beginning my career in 2012 has allowed me to build on a unique approach that includes providing empathy, genuineness, trust, and creating a safe space. My expertise includes working with anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, substance use, LGBTQIA+ issues, trauma, crisis management, self-esteem, relationship issues, and family systems. Through the use of Person-Centered Approach, CBT, IFS, Play Therapy, and Trauma-focused therapy, I am here to help you find the balance you need.
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Roland Achtau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ICGC-I
Verified Verified
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Hello all! My primary specialization is addiction counseling for both addicts and their loved ones. I work with a multitude of addictive disorders such as alcohol use, drug abuse, gambling, sexual addiction, video game addiction, and other behavioral addictions. These issues have become unmanageable and have hindered my clients ability to function in everyday life. I provide a safe environment to help my clients acquire positive coping skills, education about their addiction, new perspectives on recovery, forming a recovery support network, and a relationship with God. Recovery is about treating the person, not just the addiction.
Hello all! My primary specialization is addiction counseling for both addicts and their loved ones. I work with a multitude of addictive disorders such as alcohol use, drug abuse, gambling, sexual addiction, video game addiction, and other behavioral addictions. These issues have become unmanageable and have hindered my clients ability to function in everyday life. I provide a safe environment to help my clients acquire positive coping skills, education about their addiction, new perspectives on recovery, forming a recovery support network, and a relationship with God. Recovery is about treating the person, not just the addiction.
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Kaitlynn Turre
Licensed Social Worker, MSW, LSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hackensack, NJ 07601 (Online Only)
Many people I come across throughout my work feel immense relief from the safe and open environment that is provided during our sessions. Many of us unfortunately come from backgrounds in which therapy is looked at in a negative light. I have found that sometimes many of us can get overwhelmed with life, and just need a safe space to get our thoughts together. That safe space is what I strive to provide to my clients. I take a psychoanalytic approach to therapy and help clients connect the past to the present, and find a way to push forward.
Many people I come across throughout my work feel immense relief from the safe and open environment that is provided during our sessions. Many of us unfortunately come from backgrounds in which therapy is looked at in a negative light. I have found that sometimes many of us can get overwhelmed with life, and just need a safe space to get our thoughts together. That safe space is what I strive to provide to my clients. I take a psychoanalytic approach to therapy and help clients connect the past to the present, and find a way to push forward.
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Syncere Consultants, Inc., Wayne E. Duncan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CASAC
Verified Verified
Hackensack, NJ 07601
I am a dually licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Abuse Counselor with over twenty five years experience working with adults and adolescents in NY and NJ, specializing in Substance-Related Disorders. I possess an LCADC (New Jersey) and CASAC (New York) certification. I am also an approved Provider of Clinical Services for the Impaired Driving Offenders and NYS Drinking Driver Programs (DDP) providing screening, assessment, and treatment.
I am a dually licensed Clinical Social Worker and Substance Abuse Counselor with over twenty five years experience working with adults and adolescents in NY and NJ, specializing in Substance-Related Disorders. I possess an LCADC (New Jersey) and CASAC (New York) certification. I am also an approved Provider of Clinical Services for the Impaired Driving Offenders and NYS Drinking Driver Programs (DDP) providing screening, assessment, and treatment.
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My name is Maria and I am a licensed social worker with ten years of experience in social services. I received a master’s in social work from Rutgers University in 2011 and a bachelor of arts in psychology from TCNJ in 2005. I am currently receiving clinical supervision and working towards my LCSW. I have provided mental health and substance abuse counseling, in-home and community-based care with seniors and adults who have developmental disabilities, psychiatric case management, brain injury rehabilitation and recreational rehabilitation with veterans.
My name is Maria and I am a licensed social worker with ten years of experience in social services. I received a master’s in social work from Rutgers University in 2011 and a bachelor of arts in psychology from TCNJ in 2005. I am currently receiving clinical supervision and working towards my LCSW. I have provided mental health and substance abuse counseling, in-home and community-based care with seniors and adults who have developmental disabilities, psychiatric case management, brain injury rehabilitation and recreational rehabilitation with veterans.
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Dr. Robert's Clinical Hypnosis & Mind/Body Therapy
ND, ACH, CH
Verified Verified
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
Discover How My Clinical Hypnosis & Mind/Body Therapy Service Can Help You ... If You Want To Improve Your Anxiety, Depression, Boost Confidence, or Improve Other Mental/Emotional Problems or Life Challenges I Have The Service FOR YOU! I ENJOY to help people & your Children use hypnosis and many mind-body therapies to improve their health. Discover how I can help you ... lose weight, stop smoking & addictions, sleep better, end stress/fear, be happy, control thoughts, change/build habits, end pain, and MORE ... Visit my other website http://www.drrobertg.com for $187 of FREE Goodies! Plus a no-charge phone
Discover How My Clinical Hypnosis & Mind/Body Therapy Service Can Help You ... If You Want To Improve Your Anxiety, Depression, Boost Confidence, or Improve Other Mental/Emotional Problems or Life Challenges I Have The Service FOR YOU! I ENJOY to help people & your Children use hypnosis and many mind-body therapies to improve their health. Discover how I can help you ... lose weight, stop smoking & addictions, sleep better, end stress/fear, be happy, control thoughts, change/build habits, end pain, and MORE ... Visit my other website http://www.drrobertg.com for $187 of FREE Goodies! Plus a no-charge phone
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As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both New Jersey and New York Edeline Elicin has made it her calling to help individuals, couples, and family in overcoming life adversities. Edeline Elicin received her Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University- Newark in Psychology, Sociology and minoring in African American Studies. She continued her journey of higher education by attending Seton Hall University, studying in Marriage and Family Therapy with a concentration in Drug and Alcohol Counseling.
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both New Jersey and New York Edeline Elicin has made it her calling to help individuals, couples, and family in overcoming life adversities. Edeline Elicin received her Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University- Newark in Psychology, Sociology and minoring in African American Studies. She continued her journey of higher education by attending Seton Hall University, studying in Marriage and Family Therapy with a concentration in Drug and Alcohol Counseling.
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I am a certified cognitive therapist, www.academyofct.org, with over 20 years' experience practicing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I am committed to offering my clients state-of-the-art CBT interventions with substantial research support showing their effectiveness, so that I might provide for my clients the most appropriate and effective interventions available. At the same time, I understand the importance of providing a highly supportive environment conducive to helping people work on improving their lives.
I am a certified cognitive therapist, www.academyofct.org, with over 20 years' experience practicing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I am committed to offering my clients state-of-the-art CBT interventions with substantial research support showing their effectiveness, so that I might provide for my clients the most appropriate and effective interventions available. At the same time, I understand the importance of providing a highly supportive environment conducive to helping people work on improving their lives.
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Amal Elrafei
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, by the State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners of the State of New Jersey. I hold a Master degree in Clinical Counseling from William Paterson University. Providing a supportive and safe space for the process of healing to occur is of the utmost importance to me as a therapist. I serve adults who may be struggling with mood and/or personality disorders. Those include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders including PTSD, substance use, grief and loss, self-growth, relationships and interpersonal stressors and domestic violence.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, by the State Board of Marriage and Family Therapy Examiners of the State of New Jersey. I hold a Master degree in Clinical Counseling from William Paterson University. Providing a supportive and safe space for the process of healing to occur is of the utmost importance to me as a therapist. I serve adults who may be struggling with mood and/or personality disorders. Those include but are not limited to: depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders including PTSD, substance use, grief and loss, self-growth, relationships and interpersonal stressors and domestic violence.
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Alicia Belmonte is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UDELAR in Uruguay and a Master of Art in Counselor Education from Kean University. Alicia believes in a client centered philosophy where she meets the client where they are and establishes a trusting relationship with them. She feels that aligning the client's view of the problem with a sound diagnostic criterium is important not only for reimbursement purposes, but also to choose the appropriate theoretical framework and the right techniques or tools to use in the therapeutic process.
Alicia Belmonte is a Licensed Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UDELAR in Uruguay and a Master of Art in Counselor Education from Kean University. Alicia believes in a client centered philosophy where she meets the client where they are and establishes a trusting relationship with them. She feels that aligning the client's view of the problem with a sound diagnostic criterium is important not only for reimbursement purposes, but also to choose the appropriate theoretical framework and the right techniques or tools to use in the therapeutic process.
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Yonetta Bloomfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 (Online Only)
I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Child Studies from Montclair State University, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. My goal in working with clients is to empower clients to rebuild their sense of self-efficacy and human agency over their lives. I utilize a strength based, resiliency focused, and solution focused approach in working with clients in meeting each client's unique needs in therapy with individually tailored interventions.
I obtained a Bachelor’s Degree in Family and Child Studies from Montclair State University, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work at Rutgers University. My goal in working with clients is to empower clients to rebuild their sense of self-efficacy and human agency over their lives. I utilize a strength based, resiliency focused, and solution focused approach in working with clients in meeting each client's unique needs in therapy with individually tailored interventions.
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The human experience is characterized by a blend of uncertainty and challenges that arise, demanding our attention and resilience. These challenges manifest in various forms, often triggering feelings of anxiety, sadness, and a sense of loss and overwhelm. However, what if amidst these struggles lies an opportunity for empowerment? What if we could reframe our perspective, viewing each day as an avenue for growth, learning, and self-discovery? By harnessing the power within our everyday difficulties, we have the potential to transform our mindset, cultivate resilience, and ultimately thrive amidst life's uncertainties.
The human experience is characterized by a blend of uncertainty and challenges that arise, demanding our attention and resilience. These challenges manifest in various forms, often triggering feelings of anxiety, sadness, and a sense of loss and overwhelm. However, what if amidst these struggles lies an opportunity for empowerment? What if we could reframe our perspective, viewing each day as an avenue for growth, learning, and self-discovery? By harnessing the power within our everyday difficulties, we have the potential to transform our mindset, cultivate resilience, and ultimately thrive amidst life's uncertainties.
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Peter McMullen, LAPC Peter McMullen is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a BA in English from Boston College and an MA in Mental Health Counseling from New York University. Many people wait the entirety of their lives for the "perfect time" to make improvements, yet this moment merely does not exist. We are all human and therefore face adversity or struggle in some capacity, whether it be individually as humans or collectively as a society.
Peter McMullen, LAPC Peter McMullen is a Licensed Associate Professional Counselor in New Jersey who has been practicing since 2022. He has a BA in English from Boston College and an MA in Mental Health Counseling from New York University. Many people wait the entirety of their lives for the "perfect time" to make improvements, yet this moment merely does not exist. We are all human and therefore face adversity or struggle in some capacity, whether it be individually as humans or collectively as a society.
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Kevin Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hackensack, NJ 07601 (Online Only)
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
We're here to help you reach your therapy goals at Lifebulb! We’ll connect you with the best possible therapist for your unique goals, someone who genuinely cares about helping you. We’re all about making therapy enjoyable for both therapists and clients. Our team consists of highly trained and licensed clinicians who are passionate about the therapy process. Let's work together to achieve your goals!
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Carole Pasahow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 (Online Only)
I hold licenses in Florida, New Jersey and New York. My extensive training and experience (certified psychoanalyst, couple & sex therapist, hypnotherapy, somatic experiencing, IFS, EMDR, PACT and Hakomi) allows me to treat a wide variety of issues successfully. (adolescent to adults). Clients with complicated problems who have been treated by other therapists unsuccessfully seek my help because of my motivational, self -powering approach to treating clients. My services range from sexual concerns (dysfunctions, abuse, infidelity, compulsive behavior, gender dysphoria), acute and post trauma stress to personality and mood disorders.
I hold licenses in Florida, New Jersey and New York. My extensive training and experience (certified psychoanalyst, couple & sex therapist, hypnotherapy, somatic experiencing, IFS, EMDR, PACT and Hakomi) allows me to treat a wide variety of issues successfully. (adolescent to adults). Clients with complicated problems who have been treated by other therapists unsuccessfully seek my help because of my motivational, self -powering approach to treating clients. My services range from sexual concerns (dysfunctions, abuse, infidelity, compulsive behavior, gender dysphoria), acute and post trauma stress to personality and mood disorders.
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Pascale Augustine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hackensack, NJ 07601
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor(LCADC) with over 24 years of experience working with both Adults and adolescents, I have seen a wide range of mental health diagnosis that do not need to define who my clients are, but rather are unique elements of their own journeys. As each journey is unique, my role is to help my clients on that journey to navigate those obstacles, build new skills, and seek personal insight on how those obstacles can be overcome or managed.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor(LCADC) with over 24 years of experience working with both Adults and adolescents, I have seen a wide range of mental health diagnosis that do not need to define who my clients are, but rather are unique elements of their own journeys. As each journey is unique, my role is to help my clients on that journey to navigate those obstacles, build new skills, and seek personal insight on how those obstacles can be overcome or managed.
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Alcohol Use Therapists
Are there specific medications for alcohol use?
There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.
How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.
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 alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.