Substance Use Therapists in Somerset, NJ
Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.
Kevin Gallagher is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor in New Jersey. He has a Masters in Social Work from Rutgers University. Kevin has worked in a range of settings including residential, PHP/IOP mental health services, and IOP substance use services. Kevin’s particular diagnostic experience includes (alphabetically) ADHD, anxiety, bipolar, depression, personality disorders, psychosis, substance use, and trauma.
Natalie Osoria
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873 (Online Only)
Natalie Osoria, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults (ages 18 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
Natalie Osoria, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults (ages 18 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use, relationship issues, and life transitions.
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
My ideal client is at a place where they are ready and willing to accept their issues and want to do therapeutic work. They may have issues with depression, anxiety, or substance use. They may need to work on self-acceptance, medication management, or developing and implementing coping skills.
My experience in issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and addictions, relationships, co-dependency, mood disorders, anger management, ADHD, life transitions, grief, and more has prepared me to support your unique needs.
If you're ready to embrace change, I'd love to support you along your journey. My ideal client would be willing to work together consistently to address any needs, struggles, or issues, to build self-understanding, and to strive toward personal goals and happiness.
My experience in issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use and addictions, relationships, co-dependency, mood disorders, anger management, ADHD, life transitions, grief, and more has prepared me to support your unique needs.
If you're ready to embrace change, I'd love to support you along your journey. My ideal client would be willing to work together consistently to address any needs, struggles, or issues, to build self-understanding, and to strive toward personal goals and happiness.
Hughes Integrative Mental Health Care
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873 (Online Only)
Wellness, self-care, and learning how to improve life in many areas are key factors to better mental health. Unique areas that I have experience helping people through counseling services are: stress, career/work-related transitions, self-awareness, and lifestyle issues that impact adolescents, and young and older adults. Additionally, I work with a team of mental health care professionals who address racial and social justice concerns that impact mental wellbeing. Culturally-informed and individualized to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, study skills, anger, identity security, and self-esteem.
Wellness, self-care, and learning how to improve life in many areas are key factors to better mental health. Unique areas that I have experience helping people through counseling services are: stress, career/work-related transitions, self-awareness, and lifestyle issues that impact adolescents, and young and older adults. Additionally, I work with a team of mental health care professionals who address racial and social justice concerns that impact mental wellbeing. Culturally-informed and individualized to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, study skills, anger, identity security, and self-esteem.
My ideal client is someone who feels like their life just isn’t working - maybe they’re struggling with unresolved anxiety and depression or leaning on alcohol or marijuana a little too much to cope with everyday stressors. Maybe they’re going through a big life transition or just aren’t satisfied with their relationships. Whatever their current issues are, this person wants to feel better but doesn’t know how to get there. They are open to therapy and ready to see where it could lead them.
My ideal client is someone who feels like their life just isn’t working - maybe they’re struggling with unresolved anxiety and depression or leaning on alcohol or marijuana a little too much to cope with everyday stressors. Maybe they’re going through a big life transition or just aren’t satisfied with their relationships. Whatever their current issues are, this person wants to feel better but doesn’t know how to get there. They are open to therapy and ready to see where it could lead them.
Are you ready to change? Whether change involves improving your mood, developing more intimate connections, or healing from complex trauma, you deserve a space that prioritizes you and focuses on creating a life well lived. In working with a diverse clientele, I often hear clients say that they are overwhelmed, disconnected, depleted, and this hour is their only time to relax, reflect, and re-energize. Therefore, treatment is tailored to the unique needs of the client with a flexible, nonjudgmental, and compassionate approach.
Are you ready to change? Whether change involves improving your mood, developing more intimate connections, or healing from complex trauma, you deserve a space that prioritizes you and focuses on creating a life well lived. In working with a diverse clientele, I often hear clients say that they are overwhelmed, disconnected, depleted, and this hour is their only time to relax, reflect, and re-energize. Therefore, treatment is tailored to the unique needs of the client with a flexible, nonjudgmental, and compassionate approach.
Jacqueline Pidich
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS, LPAT, ATR- BC, ATCS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08875 (Online Only)
We are living in very different times. Are stress, depression and anxiety eating you alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unheard, or lonely, despite all of your attempts at handling life alone? You deserve a break, and you owe it to yourself to try! I can help you with the transitions you face due to Covid, the change in seasons, college and job stress, break ups, divorce, raising kids, coming out as LGBT and, or chronic pain. I get it you may not know where to start. I myself have overcome many life's challenges. Breathe and take a shot! ... Art Therapy and talk therapy can provide a sense of relief, and I am here to support you!
We are living in very different times. Are stress, depression and anxiety eating you alive? Are you feeling overwhelmed, unheard, or lonely, despite all of your attempts at handling life alone? You deserve a break, and you owe it to yourself to try! I can help you with the transitions you face due to Covid, the change in seasons, college and job stress, break ups, divorce, raising kids, coming out as LGBT and, or chronic pain. I get it you may not know where to start. I myself have overcome many life's challenges. Breathe and take a shot! ... Art Therapy and talk therapy can provide a sense of relief, and I am here to support you!
Lessons N Sessions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JDs, LCSWs, LPCs
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
Your Journey to Personal Empowerment Starts Here! At our carefully curated, behavioral health practice, we have a select group of dedicated and diverse clinicians who understand that seeking therapy is a deeply personal and courageous step. We believe that every individual deserves a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Our practice is designed to offer you just that—an intimate, warm, and personalized environment where you can embark on your journey toward healing and growth. Our smaller size allows us to focus on building strong, meaningful connections with our clients.
Your Journey to Personal Empowerment Starts Here! At our carefully curated, behavioral health practice, we have a select group of dedicated and diverse clinicians who understand that seeking therapy is a deeply personal and courageous step. We believe that every individual deserves a safe and supportive space to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. Our practice is designed to offer you just that—an intimate, warm, and personalized environment where you can embark on your journey toward healing and growth. Our smaller size allows us to focus on building strong, meaningful connections with our clients.
My desire is to serve client’s who struggle with substance abuse. This is my speciality and there are many issues that surround substance abuse e.g. issues of self esteem, self worth, family of origin issues, traumas physical mental and sexual. There are also issues of neglect, abandonment and disconnection/dissociation from the self and from the inner child. In addition to my expertise in these areas I also counsel client’s for domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and grief and loss. I believe that client’s need to have the ability to talk about these issues in a safe and nurturing environment.
My desire is to serve client’s who struggle with substance abuse. This is my speciality and there are many issues that surround substance abuse e.g. issues of self esteem, self worth, family of origin issues, traumas physical mental and sexual. There are also issues of neglect, abandonment and disconnection/dissociation from the self and from the inner child. In addition to my expertise in these areas I also counsel client’s for domestic violence, anger management, anxiety, depression and grief and loss. I believe that client’s need to have the ability to talk about these issues in a safe and nurturing environment.
I help people manage the anxiety, depression, and uncertainty that go along with our stressful, dynamic lives. In our work together, you will increase your understanding of your feelings and motivations, and develop new ways of expressing and coping with your feelings. You will learn how to lead a happier, more fulfilling life by learning how to better understand your emotions, an how to take more active control over your behavior.
I help people manage the anxiety, depression, and uncertainty that go along with our stressful, dynamic lives. In our work together, you will increase your understanding of your feelings and motivations, and develop new ways of expressing and coping with your feelings. You will learn how to lead a happier, more fulfilling life by learning how to better understand your emotions, an how to take more active control over your behavior.
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I am a cognitive therapist, trained at the Beck Institute of Cognitive Therapy, with over 30 years of experience in individual and couples' therapy. My focus in therapy is to support you in strengthening self-acceptance, gain insight into your feelings and behaviors, improve your relationships, learn new coping skills, achieve valued life goals, and become your own therapists. Clients that I work with praise not only my knowledge and competence but also my warmth and wisdom.
I am a cognitive therapist, trained at the Beck Institute of Cognitive Therapy, with over 30 years of experience in individual and couples' therapy. My focus in therapy is to support you in strengthening self-acceptance, gain insight into your feelings and behaviors, improve your relationships, learn new coping skills, achieve valued life goals, and become your own therapists. Clients that I work with praise not only my knowledge and competence but also my warmth and wisdom.
Relationship & Marriage Counseling: If you have grown apart as a couple, or there is constant fighting, or infidelity or addiction are issues, I can help bring you back together. We can improve communication, build trust, reduce anger, and recapture the spark you used to have. With a doctorate in psychology and over 30 years of experience, I can give you the most effective tools and strategies necessary to reconnect. Please visit my site, YourMarriageCounselor.com, where there is a free video on How to Find A Good Counselor. Or give me a call, (888)281-5850, and let's talk.
Relationship & Marriage Counseling: If you have grown apart as a couple, or there is constant fighting, or infidelity or addiction are issues, I can help bring you back together. We can improve communication, build trust, reduce anger, and recapture the spark you used to have. With a doctorate in psychology and over 30 years of experience, I can give you the most effective tools and strategies necessary to reconnect. Please visit my site, YourMarriageCounselor.com, where there is a free video on How to Find A Good Counselor. Or give me a call, (888)281-5850, and let's talk.
Qualiyah Arrington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Have you found yourself silenced by the overwhelming stress of life? Do you experience the frustration of not being truly heard by those closest to you? Have you been grappling with the rollercoaster of emotions without clearly understanding why? If you've reached a point where you yearn to regain control over your emotions and seek inner peace and self-love, you're not alone. I'm here to support and guide you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Have you found yourself silenced by the overwhelming stress of life? Do you experience the frustration of not being truly heard by those closest to you? Have you been grappling with the rollercoaster of emotions without clearly understanding why? If you've reached a point where you yearn to regain control over your emotions and seek inner peace and self-love, you're not alone. I'm here to support and guide you on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
Denise Geffke-Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873 (Online Only)
We all have moments throughout our lives that can feel like we are at a crossroads, moments where we start asking ourselves questions about who we are, who we want to be, and the life we want to build for ourselves. Finding these answers can feel overwhelming. I work in partnership with my clients to create an empowering and healing therapeutic experience that brings you closer to the true version of yourself. I love this work, and am driven by the belief that we are all deserving of a joyful and fulfilled life. I utilize a non-directive, client-centered approach to support my clients in their therapeutic journey.
We all have moments throughout our lives that can feel like we are at a crossroads, moments where we start asking ourselves questions about who we are, who we want to be, and the life we want to build for ourselves. Finding these answers can feel overwhelming. I work in partnership with my clients to create an empowering and healing therapeutic experience that brings you closer to the true version of yourself. I love this work, and am driven by the belief that we are all deserving of a joyful and fulfilled life. I utilize a non-directive, client-centered approach to support my clients in their therapeutic journey.
Jayne K Spengler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, DRCC
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
Life is a journey that can sometimes seem overwhelming with no supports. You feel stuck in patterns or behaviors, wanting new ways to meet life's difficulties. Feelings of powerlessness and vulnerability understandably lead to distress, impacting relationships you have with your partner, children, friends or coworkers. I believe we live in, and are a product of our relationships - not only with others, but with our own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is my belief that to operate authentically in connection to those around us, we must work to strengthen the most integral relationship we hold; the one we have with ourselves.
Life is a journey that can sometimes seem overwhelming with no supports. You feel stuck in patterns or behaviors, wanting new ways to meet life's difficulties. Feelings of powerlessness and vulnerability understandably lead to distress, impacting relationships you have with your partner, children, friends or coworkers. I believe we live in, and are a product of our relationships - not only with others, but with our own thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. It is my belief that to operate authentically in connection to those around us, we must work to strengthen the most integral relationship we hold; the one we have with ourselves.
For further details about Breath of Life Counseling Services, LLC I would ask that you visit www.breathoflifecounseling.com. The website gives full information of all of our services.
For further details about Breath of Life Counseling Services, LLC I would ask that you visit www.breathoflifecounseling.com. The website gives full information of all of our services.
Valerie Northey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Somerset, NJ 08873
Finding the right therapist can be overwhelming . One of the most crucial parts of therapy is feeling understood in a safe, environment. As a seasoned clinician with 30 years experience, I work with clients in a supportive, non judgmental way. I treat individuals ranging from childhood through older adulthood; however have a particular expertise in working with the adolescent and young adult. Having worked in a high school and university for many years, I am aware of the challenges confronted by this population. My work includes treating individuals and families struggling with anxiety,depression, substance abuse, eating disorders and other personal and social issues.
Finding the right therapist can be overwhelming . One of the most crucial parts of therapy is feeling understood in a safe, environment. As a seasoned clinician with 30 years experience, I work with clients in a supportive, non judgmental way. I treat individuals ranging from childhood through older adulthood; however have a particular expertise in working with the adolescent and young adult. Having worked in a high school and university for many years, I am aware of the challenges confronted by this population. My work includes treating individuals and families struggling with anxiety,depression, substance abuse, eating disorders and other personal and social issues.
Psychotherapy; Addiction; Psychological Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, LPC, CRS, FAPA
Verified Verified
Somerset, NJ 08873
Practices that include modalities with Eclectic theoretical orientation. Counseling everyone regardless of background purely on presenting health issues. Using integrative approach to whole person restoration of functioning. Mindfulness, Cognitive,Logotherapy, Motivational Interviewing. Transfigurative Hypnotherapy is strictly for pain management, sleep disorder, anxiety and relaxation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We proudly embrace the ethical values of the APA, AACC, ACA and NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) that respectively advice counselor to practice within their competencies (training).
Practices that include modalities with Eclectic theoretical orientation. Counseling everyone regardless of background purely on presenting health issues. Using integrative approach to whole person restoration of functioning. Mindfulness, Cognitive,Logotherapy, Motivational Interviewing. Transfigurative Hypnotherapy is strictly for pain management, sleep disorder, anxiety and relaxation. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). We proudly embrace the ethical values of the APA, AACC, ACA and NBCC (National Board for Certified Counselors) that respectively advice counselor to practice within their competencies (training).
My ideal client is open to insight and a different perspective. They are perhaps ready for a change and will walk a path that may be uncomfortable at times. My ideal client has dealt with everything from existential crises, searching for life's meaning, addiction, behavior issues, trauma, and attachment issues, to name a few that stand out.
My ideal client is open to insight and a different perspective. They are perhaps ready for a change and will walk a path that may be uncomfortable at times. My ideal client has dealt with everything from existential crises, searching for life's meaning, addiction, behavior issues, trauma, and attachment issues, to name a few that stand out.
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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.