Alcohol Use Therapists in Upper Montclair, NJ
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Nancy M Walther
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MA, LCADC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Families evolve and change over time. As individuals age and grow, their roles within the family also change. The family can help - or hinder - individual and personal growth. Family work can help to make the family a positive source of support. Family work will help you to step back and observe emotional patterns and processes. There definitely can be family change with only one person in the room working with a therapist. In physics there is an adage: for every action there is a reaction.
Families evolve and change over time. As individuals age and grow, their roles within the family also change. The family can help - or hinder - individual and personal growth. Family work can help to make the family a positive source of support. Family work will help you to step back and observe emotional patterns and processes. There definitely can be family change with only one person in the room working with a therapist. In physics there is an adage: for every action there is a reaction.
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Joanna Scheier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
I am a down to earth and compassionate individual, couples and family therapist with over 25 years experience. Before going into full time private practice I worked in inpatient psychiatry and chemical dependency as a therapist and a supervisor in two teaching hospitals in Manhattan. I went on to conduct clinical training seminars for a mental health consulting agency across the country. I am skilled in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, mood disorders and addictions and enjoy nothing more than working collaboratively with clients to find fresh and creative solutions to the problems they present.
I am a down to earth and compassionate individual, couples and family therapist with over 25 years experience. Before going into full time private practice I worked in inpatient psychiatry and chemical dependency as a therapist and a supervisor in two teaching hospitals in Manhattan. I went on to conduct clinical training seminars for a mental health consulting agency across the country. I am skilled in evidence-based therapies for anxiety, mood disorders and addictions and enjoy nothing more than working collaboratively with clients to find fresh and creative solutions to the problems they present.
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Karyn DeBalfo-Ambrosio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
As a systemic thinker, I am always looking at a person in relationship to their environment, and the people in it. With a strength-based approach in family therapy, I also use psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral principles, while providing a safe and empathic environment for our work together. I have treated families, couples and individuals for 16 years with a broad scope of culture, age and relational issues. I have helped many people through transitional events that affect them throughout their lives; school, career, marriage, parenting, illness, loss, divorce and retirement. My interest is in the relationship you have with yourself and those around you.
As a systemic thinker, I am always looking at a person in relationship to their environment, and the people in it. With a strength-based approach in family therapy, I also use psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral principles, while providing a safe and empathic environment for our work together. I have treated families, couples and individuals for 16 years with a broad scope of culture, age and relational issues. I have helped many people through transitional events that affect them throughout their lives; school, career, marriage, parenting, illness, loss, divorce and retirement. My interest is in the relationship you have with yourself and those around you.
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Join me on a journey of self discovery and empowerment. I provide a safe environment in which to understand the roots of your difficulties and to change self-defeating patterns of behavior, which interfere with work and intimate relationships. I love my work and continue to learn so much from the courageous people I work with as they struggle to make changes in their lives. I have 30+ years of experience working with individuals and couples. My treatment approach may include psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
Join me on a journey of self discovery and empowerment. I provide a safe environment in which to understand the roots of your difficulties and to change self-defeating patterns of behavior, which interfere with work and intimate relationships. I love my work and continue to learn so much from the courageous people I work with as they struggle to make changes in their lives. I have 30+ years of experience working with individuals and couples. My treatment approach may include psychodynamic psychotherapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
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Mario Dartayet-Rodriguez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Mario Dartayet- Rodriguez holds an M.S.W from New York University. He is a New York State Licensed Master Social Worker and a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Mr. Dartayet-Rodriguez is a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and is graduate of the Eating Disorders, Compulsions and Addictions Program at the William Alanson White Institute.
Mario Dartayet- Rodriguez holds an M.S.W from New York University. He is a New York State Licensed Master Social Worker and a New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Mr. Dartayet-Rodriguez is a Certified Sex Addictions Therapist (CSAT) and is graduate of the Eating Disorders, Compulsions and Addictions Program at the William Alanson White Institute.
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Do you ever have the feeling that if you could talk to someone you would feel less anxious, worried or depressed about a situation or issue? Do you ever feel that perhaps, if someone would listen to your concerns and "get it", you might be able to make "sense out of nonsense"? My clients are the drivers, directors and deciders of their talk sessions. You bring your areas of concern to the table and in a safe and trusting setting we join hands in a collaborative effort to make "sense out of nonsense". Pieces of the puzzle start to fit.
Do you ever have the feeling that if you could talk to someone you would feel less anxious, worried or depressed about a situation or issue? Do you ever feel that perhaps, if someone would listen to your concerns and "get it", you might be able to make "sense out of nonsense"? My clients are the drivers, directors and deciders of their talk sessions. You bring your areas of concern to the table and in a safe and trusting setting we join hands in a collaborative effort to make "sense out of nonsense". Pieces of the puzzle start to fit.
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Susan J Hodos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 (Online Only)
Listening to the narrative of every person's life is fascinating to me. I am empathic, interactive and am a firm believer that good therapy brings results that make people feel more comfortable, empowered, and gives you the strength that is needed to grow. Therapy begins with identifying destructive themes that repeatedly arise, and interfere with one's life. I believe that therapy should be transformative, and provide a healing experience. I am particularly skilled in working with panic disorder/, depression, divorce conflict, and trauma, including sexual abuse.
Listening to the narrative of every person's life is fascinating to me. I am empathic, interactive and am a firm believer that good therapy brings results that make people feel more comfortable, empowered, and gives you the strength that is needed to grow. Therapy begins with identifying destructive themes that repeatedly arise, and interfere with one's life. I believe that therapy should be transformative, and provide a healing experience. I am particularly skilled in working with panic disorder/, depression, divorce conflict, and trauma, including sexual abuse.
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Mary Kalazan
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
The most important step towards healing is acknowledging and addressing the unresolved emotions inside you. Unprocessed adverse childhood experiences, traumatic events, and family issues can stay with us throughout our lives. Often, our earlier experiences lead us to function in ways that leave us unhappy, stuck, or unfulfilled in our relationships with others and in life in general. Moving toward accepting what has occurred in the past can slowly dissolve the pain and trauma. I am privileged and honored to respectfully and compassionately hold space for you and your story. I offer both In-Person and Telehealth Services.
The most important step towards healing is acknowledging and addressing the unresolved emotions inside you. Unprocessed adverse childhood experiences, traumatic events, and family issues can stay with us throughout our lives. Often, our earlier experiences lead us to function in ways that leave us unhappy, stuck, or unfulfilled in our relationships with others and in life in general. Moving toward accepting what has occurred in the past can slowly dissolve the pain and trauma. I am privileged and honored to respectfully and compassionately hold space for you and your story. I offer both In-Person and Telehealth Services.
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John Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC, CSAT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Congratulations on taking this step towards your new freedom. It's time to start healing. You're not alone if you find yourself searching for answers to these questions: How do I find a lasting sense of purpose in my life? When will I finally be content with my accomplishments? Why do I eventually get dissatisfied with most all of my relationships? Will I ever find lasting joy and passion? How do I find the courage to be my own person? Why does it seem like I sabotage my own success? Together, we'll work to set realistic goals, identify barriers, remove obstacles and unlock your full potential.
Congratulations on taking this step towards your new freedom. It's time to start healing. You're not alone if you find yourself searching for answers to these questions: How do I find a lasting sense of purpose in my life? When will I finally be content with my accomplishments? Why do I eventually get dissatisfied with most all of my relationships? Will I ever find lasting joy and passion? How do I find the courage to be my own person? Why does it seem like I sabotage my own success? Together, we'll work to set realistic goals, identify barriers, remove obstacles and unlock your full potential.
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Dr. Jennifer Politis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, SchPsy, ACS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Are you looking for more fulfilling relationships in your life? Do you want to regain balance and have less anxiety? Are you worried about your child and want them to have more confidence, perform better in school and be more prepared for the world around them? I help you feel more fulfilled in your job, family life and relationships. I help you sort through your feelings and find the barriers in your life holding you back. Identifing the patterns from your childhood that creep into your everyday interactions are a focus so they aren't a driving force anymore and you are more self aware.
Are you looking for more fulfilling relationships in your life? Do you want to regain balance and have less anxiety? Are you worried about your child and want them to have more confidence, perform better in school and be more prepared for the world around them? I help you feel more fulfilled in your job, family life and relationships. I help you sort through your feelings and find the barriers in your life holding you back. Identifing the patterns from your childhood that creep into your everyday interactions are a focus so they aren't a driving force anymore and you are more self aware.
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New Horizons Online Mental Health Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043 (Online Only)
I am successful in treating people for depression, anxiety, anger, and addictions. Actually, it’s usually confusion that stops us from living a life worth living, on purpose, in freedom and joy. I am a DBT Therapist: my treatment is designed as a mindfulness pathway to get your life in working order quickly. Depression and/or Anxiety can be crippling, and I am dedicated to getting your life back.
I am successful in treating people for depression, anxiety, anger, and addictions. Actually, it’s usually confusion that stops us from living a life worth living, on purpose, in freedom and joy. I am a DBT Therapist: my treatment is designed as a mindfulness pathway to get your life in working order quickly. Depression and/or Anxiety can be crippling, and I am dedicated to getting your life back.
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Andrew D Evangelista
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC, DRCC
Verified Verified
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
Specializing with adults, Men/women teens and athletes. Many people have mental health, substance use, learning disorders, anger, grief and stress related characteristics that continually get us sidetracked. These patterns/habits/choices require adjustments and re-setting our goals to achieve a healthy and happy lifestyle. I have worked in many different modalities 40 +yrs. outpatient, hospitals, schools and drug alcohol rehabilitation with adults and teens. Working with individuals, families and couples. Using mindfulness/ mind/body techniques, has created a total awareness and balance in my practice. Limited days and hours
Specializing with adults, Men/women teens and athletes. Many people have mental health, substance use, learning disorders, anger, grief and stress related characteristics that continually get us sidetracked. These patterns/habits/choices require adjustments and re-setting our goals to achieve a healthy and happy lifestyle. I have worked in many different modalities 40 +yrs. outpatient, hospitals, schools and drug alcohol rehabilitation with adults and teens. Working with individuals, families and couples. Using mindfulness/ mind/body techniques, has created a total awareness and balance in my practice. Limited days and hours
Rosanna Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Upper Montclair, NJ 07043
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I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey. I have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of mood, anxiety, and alcohol use disorders. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative partnership with my patients, viewing this as the foundation for all forms of psychotherapy and counseling. My approach is driven by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an active, directive, and problem-focused form of treatment rooted in psychological science.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in New York and New Jersey. I have specialized training in the assessment and treatment of mood, anxiety, and alcohol use disorders. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and collaborative partnership with my patients, viewing this as the foundation for all forms of psychotherapy and counseling. My approach is driven by Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), an active, directive, and problem-focused form of treatment rooted in psychological science.
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The feeling when you can’t change a difficult situation can be paralyzing. However, feelings are not facts. I believe that therapy can provide you with the perspective and tools that can be life changing. Particularly with addiction, the understanding of what contributes to what now holds you captive can be the start that one needs to be liberated.
The feeling when you can’t change a difficult situation can be paralyzing. However, feelings are not facts. I believe that therapy can provide you with the perspective and tools that can be life changing. Particularly with addiction, the understanding of what contributes to what now holds you captive can be the start that one needs to be liberated.
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Kaerensa A. Craft
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042
It goes without saying that these have been trying times. With the stresses, losses, and fatigue brought on by the pandemic, and anxieties and uncertainty about the future, many of our daily routines have given way to depression, anxiety, tension with others, and unhealthy coping. Psychotherapy can provide the support needed to improve how you feel and function by reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms, reducing excess drinking or substance use, increasing awareness and skills in personal interactions, and improving your overall outlook on life.
It goes without saying that these have been trying times. With the stresses, losses, and fatigue brought on by the pandemic, and anxieties and uncertainty about the future, many of our daily routines have given way to depression, anxiety, tension with others, and unhealthy coping. Psychotherapy can provide the support needed to improve how you feel and function by reducing anxiety and depressive symptoms, reducing excess drinking or substance use, increasing awareness and skills in personal interactions, and improving your overall outlook on life.
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Recovery Zone Solutions
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
You can stop searching now .. you have found us ! We can and will help save your life or the life of your loved one from opiod or alcohol addiction ! Our program is different and it works !! We DO NOT use Opiod based medication. We DO NOT send you away to a treatment facility that has a 7% success rate ! We DO NOT make you spend long periods of time away from your job ! What do we do ? We DO use a non opiod based pellet which ceases cravings within 12 hours! ! We DO assist you for a full year ! We DO help you find the dreams that have been misplaced though addiction ! We will assist you to become an ADDICTION SURVIVOR!
You can stop searching now .. you have found us ! We can and will help save your life or the life of your loved one from opiod or alcohol addiction ! Our program is different and it works !! We DO NOT use Opiod based medication. We DO NOT send you away to a treatment facility that has a 7% success rate ! We DO NOT make you spend long periods of time away from your job ! What do we do ? We DO use a non opiod based pellet which ceases cravings within 12 hours! ! We DO assist you for a full year ! We DO help you find the dreams that have been misplaced though addiction ! We will assist you to become an ADDICTION SURVIVOR!
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I believe that what clients want is to be heard, and understood. I interact well with clients, and easily engage them in trusting therapeutic relationships. There is a desire in all of us to express ourselves creatively, and to reach our full potential. I try to see the world as the client sees it. Therapy is a collaborative effort, and I work with my clients to help them to overcome obstacles such as anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, and other issues, that will prevent them from reaching their full potential in life. Helping others to find their sense of purpose in life, is what I love about being a therapist.
I believe that what clients want is to be heard, and understood. I interact well with clients, and easily engage them in trusting therapeutic relationships. There is a desire in all of us to express ourselves creatively, and to reach our full potential. I try to see the world as the client sees it. Therapy is a collaborative effort, and I work with my clients to help them to overcome obstacles such as anxiety, low self-esteem, addiction, and other issues, that will prevent them from reaching their full potential in life. Helping others to find their sense of purpose in life, is what I love about being a therapist.
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Jaivonne W. Seary
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Montclair, NJ 07042 (Online Only)
For queer, trans, and people of color, therapy has historically been stigmatized, mistrusting, or inaccessible. As a Latinx, Lesbian/Queer Woman and Psychotherapist, I ensure an affordable, safe space, and lived experiences that can help ease some of those concerns and ensure my clients receive affirmative care. I provide virtual trauma-informed, clinical psychotherapy to adult QTPOC individuals, couples, and groups. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship issues, and trauma-related stress through my NJ-based practice Journey to Better.
For queer, trans, and people of color, therapy has historically been stigmatized, mistrusting, or inaccessible. As a Latinx, Lesbian/Queer Woman and Psychotherapist, I ensure an affordable, safe space, and lived experiences that can help ease some of those concerns and ensure my clients receive affirmative care. I provide virtual trauma-informed, clinical psychotherapy to adult QTPOC individuals, couples, and groups. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship issues, and trauma-related stress through my NJ-based practice Journey to Better.
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Cathy Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montclair, NJ 07043 (Online Only)
As a therapist, I am interested in your thoughts and feelings as well as your beliefs. I am equally interested in the experiences you had growing up in your family. I look at you both as an individual and as a member of a multigenerational family. I believe past experiences shape the core beliefs we have about ourselves and the world and influence the choices we make in the present. Although therapy often focuses on problems, I believe that good therapy also identifies and builds on a client's existing strengths and resources. Good therapy is a respectful collaboration.
As a therapist, I am interested in your thoughts and feelings as well as your beliefs. I am equally interested in the experiences you had growing up in your family. I look at you both as an individual and as a member of a multigenerational family. I believe past experiences shape the core beliefs we have about ourselves and the world and influence the choices we make in the present. Although therapy often focuses on problems, I believe that good therapy also identifies and builds on a client's existing strengths and resources. Good therapy is a respectful collaboration.
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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.