Substance Use Therapists in South Orange, NJ
Silvester Oluokun
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
I specialize in substance use, Depression and Anxiety, Attachment, Trauma (including PTSD), Grief and Loss, relationship instability and family dynamics, career guidance and human sexuality (including LGBTQ+ affirming).
Starting the process of therapy can be transformational. I've discovered that many people are looking to work on aspects of themselves but struggle with knowing where to start and how to sustain meaningful change. Sometimes it is a matter of feeling heard and other times we seek direct guidance and feedback. We often need to develop the language to better understand what is happening and to place things in a useful context. No matter what you are looking for, I believe that creating an environment of trust, compassion, empathy and understanding is critical to the process.
I specialize in substance use, Depression and Anxiety, Attachment, Trauma (including PTSD), Grief and Loss, relationship instability and family dynamics, career guidance and human sexuality (including LGBTQ+ affirming).
Starting the process of therapy can be transformational. I've discovered that many people are looking to work on aspects of themselves but struggle with knowing where to start and how to sustain meaningful change. Sometimes it is a matter of feeling heard and other times we seek direct guidance and feedback. We often need to develop the language to better understand what is happening and to place things in a useful context. No matter what you are looking for, I believe that creating an environment of trust, compassion, empathy and understanding is critical to the process.
Lynne Holley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CAMS-II, CDVS-I, CSOTS
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Clinical experience includes but is not limited to; anger management, depression, adjustment, sexual trauma, mood disorders, stress, substance use, anxiety, relationship problems, domestic violence, stress, parenting issues, family conflict, coping skills, oppositional defiance, school issues, gambling, and peer relationships.
I utilize my extensive and varied knowledge and experience to provide support and education with an individualized strength-based therapeutic approach to confronting the presenting problems in order to empower healthy people which will nurture healthy families and build healthy communities. I would like to welcome you to a non-judgmental zone where you can relax and release what you need to in order to find healing and comfort. Please do not use the number posted, please call me directly at 9733930312 (leave message) or email me for a quick response. Thank you and I look forward to helping you through to reach growth and healing.
Clinical experience includes but is not limited to; anger management, depression, adjustment, sexual trauma, mood disorders, stress, substance use, anxiety, relationship problems, domestic violence, stress, parenting issues, family conflict, coping skills, oppositional defiance, school issues, gambling, and peer relationships.
I utilize my extensive and varied knowledge and experience to provide support and education with an individualized strength-based therapeutic approach to confronting the presenting problems in order to empower healthy people which will nurture healthy families and build healthy communities. I would like to welcome you to a non-judgmental zone where you can relax and release what you need to in order to find healing and comfort. Please do not use the number posted, please call me directly at 9733930312 (leave message) or email me for a quick response. Thank you and I look forward to helping you through to reach growth and healing.
Many of my clients come into treatment with clear goals, such as finding ways to cope with anxiety, improving the quality of their relationships, or shifting their patterns of disordered eating, whereas others may be less sure of their goals but know that something feels "off" in their life. Our work will start with a thorough assessment and exploratory goal setting to help identify our focus areas. We will then work collaboratively to identify interventions that are most effective for them, such as learning targeted coping skills, identifying and shifting interpersonal patterns, or increasing insight into thoughts and emotions.
Many of my clients come into treatment with clear goals, such as finding ways to cope with anxiety, improving the quality of their relationships, or shifting their patterns of disordered eating, whereas others may be less sure of their goals but know that something feels "off" in their life. Our work will start with a thorough assessment and exploratory goal setting to help identify our focus areas. We will then work collaboratively to identify interventions that are most effective for them, such as learning targeted coping skills, identifying and shifting interpersonal patterns, or increasing insight into thoughts and emotions.
Kristian Lynch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
The pain of addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem arises from life experiences and toxic environments. These wounds remain when we are not provided with the support and help we need for our healing to take place. My integrative approach will examine how your family, gender, sexual orientation, race, and beliefs have impacted who you are today.
The pain of addiction, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem arises from life experiences and toxic environments. These wounds remain when we are not provided with the support and help we need for our healing to take place. My integrative approach will examine how your family, gender, sexual orientation, race, and beliefs have impacted who you are today.
Change is often initiated when the discomfort from pain is worse than the discomfort from fear of change. People can embrace their resiliencies and connect to a sense of purpose in order to overcome that fear. The act of reaching out for help is a courageous first step.
Change is often initiated when the discomfort from pain is worse than the discomfort from fear of change. People can embrace their resiliencies and connect to a sense of purpose in order to overcome that fear. The act of reaching out for help is a courageous first step.
Amy C. Cox-Martins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
Currently I am accepting new therapy clients and I provide a safe haven where one can open-up and explore their thoughts and feelings. Sometimes situations or emotions have caused stumbling blocks in one's life. Together we can understand the core of the problem and progress to optimum mental health. Through building a relationship between therapist and client, we can work through even the most difficult of mental health concerns. I have been in private licensed psychotherapy practice since 1991. My current specializations and certification, transgender, non binary, LBGTQ. and EMDR I offer in person and virtual sessions.
Currently I am accepting new therapy clients and I provide a safe haven where one can open-up and explore their thoughts and feelings. Sometimes situations or emotions have caused stumbling blocks in one's life. Together we can understand the core of the problem and progress to optimum mental health. Through building a relationship between therapist and client, we can work through even the most difficult of mental health concerns. I have been in private licensed psychotherapy practice since 1991. My current specializations and certification, transgender, non binary, LBGTQ. and EMDR I offer in person and virtual sessions.
We all experience times in our lives when we feel that life is out of balance. Perhaps there is sadness, or longing. Something doesn't feel quite right. Or Maybe we experience the effects of past or present trauma and feel disconnected from ourselves or others. With presence and warmth my goal is to provide a nurturing environment where you can explore, process, and develop insight into why life feels the way it does. I'll strive to help you find sure footing as you navigate the uncertainties of life, and develop a deeper connection with yourself and others.
We all experience times in our lives when we feel that life is out of balance. Perhaps there is sadness, or longing. Something doesn't feel quite right. Or Maybe we experience the effects of past or present trauma and feel disconnected from ourselves or others. With presence and warmth my goal is to provide a nurturing environment where you can explore, process, and develop insight into why life feels the way it does. I'll strive to help you find sure footing as you navigate the uncertainties of life, and develop a deeper connection with yourself and others.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming because it is crucial to find the right fit. Knowing this, I aim to create a strong therapeutic relationship with an emphasis on trust and acceptance. My style is interactive, practical, and infused with sensitivity and a sense of humor. We'll work collaboratively to set goals, identify barriers to growth, increase coping skills, and build on existing strengths. My aim is to assist you to access your own inner wisdom and resilience.
Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming because it is crucial to find the right fit. Knowing this, I aim to create a strong therapeutic relationship with an emphasis on trust and acceptance. My style is interactive, practical, and infused with sensitivity and a sense of humor. We'll work collaboratively to set goals, identify barriers to growth, increase coping skills, and build on existing strengths. My aim is to assist you to access your own inner wisdom and resilience.
"What we experience is not external reality but our interaction with it." Neils Bohr, Physicist.
"What we experience is not external reality but our interaction with it." Neils Bohr, Physicist.
Nancy Tricamo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
Finding the right therapist is an important factor in achieving your goals and improving your life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for you to discuss and explore any issue you present. In terms of relationships, my goal is to work with you to identify challenging patterns in your life and to help you form new and satisfying ways of improving communication, find a sense of well-being and achieve your goals. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and couples and my approach is engaging, accepting and warm.
Finding the right therapist is an important factor in achieving your goals and improving your life. My goal as a therapist is to create a safe space for you to discuss and explore any issue you present. In terms of relationships, my goal is to work with you to identify challenging patterns in your life and to help you form new and satisfying ways of improving communication, find a sense of well-being and achieve your goals. I have experience working with adults, adolescents and couples and my approach is engaging, accepting and warm.
Are you experiencing DISTRESS IN YOUR LIFE due to marital problems, family issues, a difficult transition or just knowing that you need a trained professional to help you address some aspect of your life?
I have spent my professional career helping people just like you recover from affairs, avoid divorce, change careers, mend troubled relationships and improve the quality of their lives.
Are you experiencing DISTRESS IN YOUR LIFE due to marital problems, family issues, a difficult transition or just knowing that you need a trained professional to help you address some aspect of your life?
I have spent my professional career helping people just like you recover from affairs, avoid divorce, change careers, mend troubled relationships and improve the quality of their lives.
Robin Davenport
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ACS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
As a psychotherapist who has been practicing therapy for over 25 years, I understand the importance of establishing a trusting, confidential space for all of my clients. There are many reasons that might draw a person to counseling, from experiencing a significant loss and coping with debilitating anxiety or depression, to dealing with difficult relationship issues, or feeling overwhelmed by the demands of family, work, or school. My goal is to provide a caring and non-judgmental presence as we work together to tackle the difficult concerns that are interfering in your life.
As a psychotherapist who has been practicing therapy for over 25 years, I understand the importance of establishing a trusting, confidential space for all of my clients. There are many reasons that might draw a person to counseling, from experiencing a significant loss and coping with debilitating anxiety or depression, to dealing with difficult relationship issues, or feeling overwhelmed by the demands of family, work, or school. My goal is to provide a caring and non-judgmental presence as we work together to tackle the difficult concerns that are interfering in your life.
Jennifer A Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I believe in the innate power of every individual to heal. No matter how much of an 'uphill battle' the healing process may at first seem to you, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples improve their lives - both inside and out. In my therapy practice, I offer a non-judgmental, safe space where you can open up to the solutions that are very likely already inside you. In the therapy process, we can collaborate to identify your goals and build insight into your inner workings.
As a social worker and psychotherapist, I believe in the innate power of every individual to heal. No matter how much of an 'uphill battle' the healing process may at first seem to you, I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples improve their lives - both inside and out. In my therapy practice, I offer a non-judgmental, safe space where you can open up to the solutions that are very likely already inside you. In the therapy process, we can collaborate to identify your goals and build insight into your inner workings.
I believe that personal change takes courage and is a transformative process. In my practice I utilize an eclectic approach which is individualized to each person. I utilize long term and short term platforms depending on a persons needs and preferences.
I believe that personal change takes courage and is a transformative process. In my practice I utilize an eclectic approach which is individualized to each person. I utilize long term and short term platforms depending on a persons needs and preferences.
Melissa Lynyak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
It takes a great deal of courage to come to therapy and bare the most personal side of yourself. Through some gentle but thoughtful work, my hope is that you will learn to face a challenge and become a more confident and resilient version of yourself. I am able to offer strong empathy, warmth, and compassion to support you through this process! I hope to help you become in tune with what you need and want to live your most fulfilling life!
It takes a great deal of courage to come to therapy and bare the most personal side of yourself. Through some gentle but thoughtful work, my hope is that you will learn to face a challenge and become a more confident and resilient version of yourself. I am able to offer strong empathy, warmth, and compassion to support you through this process! I hope to help you become in tune with what you need and want to live your most fulfilling life!
Jennifer Grin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Have you ever thought about what it would it feel like to maximize the meaning and joy in your life? If the answer is yes, then let’s work together to help you discover and meet your life goals. It does not matter how old we are, it is never too late. Life goals can include increasing self-esteem, investing in healthier relationships, decreasing anxiety and depression, career transitions, improving work or school performance, sobriety, and experiencing an overall sense of enhanced well-being.
Have you ever thought about what it would it feel like to maximize the meaning and joy in your life? If the answer is yes, then let’s work together to help you discover and meet your life goals. It does not matter how old we are, it is never too late. Life goals can include increasing self-esteem, investing in healthier relationships, decreasing anxiety and depression, career transitions, improving work or school performance, sobriety, and experiencing an overall sense of enhanced well-being.
Seventh Heaven Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA , LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Orange, NJ 07079 (Online Only)
Establishing a rapport that promotes my clients to feel heard, safe and accepted without judgements is one of the most important things for me as a therapist. I strongly believe in a holistic approach. I believe that every person is unique, and what works for one may not work for another.
Establishing a rapport that promotes my clients to feel heard, safe and accepted without judgements is one of the most important things for me as a therapist. I strongly believe in a holistic approach. I believe that every person is unique, and what works for one may not work for another.
Daniel Villarroel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, CCS
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
Dan is experienced with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance abuse, trauma, relationship challenges, communication and sexuality issues - and more.
Dan is experienced with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, substance abuse, trauma, relationship challenges, communication and sexuality issues - and more.
Jeff Melman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
South Orange, NJ 07079
Not accepting new clients
For the past 20 years I have worked with young people and their parents in community-based, academic, and private practice settings. I excel in developing a strong therapeutic relationship that leads to lasting change as my clients navigate through some of life's most stressful transitions. I help teens and young adults develop the insight and skills necessary to be successful in school, at home, and in the community while providing parents with guidance and support.
For the past 20 years I have worked with young people and their parents in community-based, academic, and private practice settings. I excel in developing a strong therapeutic relationship that leads to lasting change as my clients navigate through some of life's most stressful transitions. I help teens and young adults develop the insight and skills necessary to be successful in school, at home, and in the community while providing parents with guidance and support.
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Timothy Bracaglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCADC, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Maplewood, NJ 07040
Handling complex issues of Sex, Gender, Relationships & Sexuality-related struggles; Anxiety, Stress & Depression; Substance Use & Related Issues... None of these is easy to navigate. Each stressors can be uniquely and incredibly difficult to manage thus causing pain, hopelessness, anxiety, & depression; often seemingly paralyzing. Thankfully, there is help, there is hope. You are not broken and together we can find your path. Please, call ( / leave a VM) or email me today. With my non-judgmental approach my only goal is to help you meet your own personal goals, to achieve your own vision of fulfillment; whatever that may look like.
Handling complex issues of Sex, Gender, Relationships & Sexuality-related struggles; Anxiety, Stress & Depression; Substance Use & Related Issues... None of these is easy to navigate. Each stressors can be uniquely and incredibly difficult to manage thus causing pain, hopelessness, anxiety, & depression; often seemingly paralyzing. Thankfully, there is help, there is hope. You are not broken and together we can find your path. Please, call ( / leave a VM) or email me today. With my non-judgmental approach my only goal is to help you meet your own personal goals, to achieve your own vision of fulfillment; whatever that may look like.
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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.