Substance Use Therapists in Rochester, NY

Life is full of pain but suffering is optional. Starting Therapy is a brave step toward becoming the person you have always wanted to be. You don't have to struggle alone anymore. Together, we will work through whatever trials you've been battling in both past and present such as worry, stress, anxiety, grief and loss, depression, trauma (emotional, physical, sexual), change, intrusive thoughts, rumination, loneliness, relationship issues, breaking old habits, moral injury, substance use, and cognitive distortions (stuck points). I honor your process at all times and am grateful to be included in your journey! This is your time!

My name is Philippa La Mar, LMHC, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor working with individuals addressing substance abuse recovery and mental health such as Anxiety, Depression, Bi-Polar, Substance Use Disorders, and other mental health disorders. I use several different approaches of therapy such as Person Centered Therapy, (PCT) Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Delectable Behavior Therapy (DBT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT) and other therapies to assist client’s with their mental health.

Hi, I'm Leah (she/her). If you’re struggling with life stressors, past traumas, difficulty in relationships, or just want to improve yourself, I would be honored to assist you on your journey. My style is very genuine, accepting, and collaborative. I believe that you know yourself better than anyone, and I am here to assist and empower you to become the person you want to be.

I help clients work towards their goals in a way that aligns with their values by accessing strengths, identifying resources and overcoming challenges. My training, interpersonal skills and cultural awareness have allowed me to foster meaningful relationships with clients of varying cultural identities in a variety of settings including outpatient, inpatient, college clinics and mostly recently telehealth. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY and working towards becoming a Credentialed Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor. I am also pursuing a doctorate in counseling and counselor education.

I am a board certified Addiction Medicine Specialist Physican who would like to help you navigate your substance use issues. I view addiction as an extremely common treatable disease, not as some sort of moral failing, weak will, or lack of intelligence. My goal is to help you stop using the substance or substances that are ruining your life, and to recover both your self-respect and the respect of others.

Finding the right therapist to open up to can be challenging. I have been in this field for over 15 years and am looking forward to helping you explore how to improve your life. I am skilled in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing. I have worked with the substance use disorder population for over a decade and am passionate about supporting those with infertility difficulties. Although I specialize in these areas, I am a general mental health practitioner and am happy to partner with you on your journey for self-care and wellness.

Hello. I am happy you found your way here. I help treat a variety of mental health concerns. I specialize in working with college students, the LGBTQ+ community, transgender and non-binary clients, trauma, boundary setting, substance use disorders, and relationship concerns. If you struggle with identity, self-esteem, and stress I am here to help you with your healing journey; where ever you might be in it.

Are you stuck in a bad pattern and can't find the way out? Do you find yourself having the same fight (with yourself or someone you care about) over and over? From addictions to disordered eating to codependent relationships, I help people build new habits that better suit their ideal life. My goal is to help you get out of the cycle and create a happier, healthier version you can be proud of!

Struggling with substance use disorders can often be lonely, isolating and confusing. There is a lot of help offered out there, but so often what's being offered can be confusing and conflicting. Is addiction a behavior? A spiritual malady? A disease? Or is it something more? My own path of recovery took me many attempts and eventually led me to school to seek the science behind substance use disorders, to recovery rooms, to many therapists for personal recovery, and to lots of different religious avenues in search of meaning and understanding. What I found has illuminated my own path and practice. I love to pass these insights on.

Life changes and transitions can be challenging. Your ability to manage the change and/or transition effectively can be daunting for you. Together, we will identify/enhance your ability to manage the challenges associated with the change and/or transition.

Life can be overwhelming. Does a feeling of sadness, hopelessness, or panic sneak into your day or even your week sometimes? Do you need help to kick that habit you’ve been wanting to change? It can be tough to cope with things when they are too much to bear and self-sufficient skills that used to be helpful, aren’t doing what they used to. Sometimes our relationships become complicated and begin to be difficult to navigate and we need assistance doing so. If you have thought or felt any of these things, and it sounds like what you are going through, reach out at your earliest convenience to see if therapy with me is right for you.

Living with anxiety, depression, unregulated emotions can make life seem 10x harder. Things such as work, household chores, or even self care can seem overwhelming and relationships can take up energy. But there is HOPE.

Do you feel stuck? Are you living in fear? Does a negative outcome feel inevitable - as if the walls are closing in with no way out? Mental health is the foundation of our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It influences how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others and make decisions. I am here to help.

Establishing yourself, and your identity, is a lifelong process. You are not alone when you face questions including: Who am I? What is my purpose? Who do I want in my life? What do I stand for? Why am I here? When we consider these questions, along with countless others branching from these, you might find yourself overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, or frustrated. Attempting to navigate this process, you may face societal expectations, dysfunctional family dynamics, economic challenges or other stressors operating against you. While desire to be stable, authentic, and true to self is shared, your story will always be unique.

Accepting new clients! Available Weekdays (9AM - 4PM); evenings full. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, burn out, stress, or loneliness? Unfortunately, this is quite common for many people in today's world. Some feel as if they are drifting through life, without a deeper sense of meaning, or purpose. Sometimes, we numb the pain; other times, we just accept it and don't realize how to manage it. It is also common for people to struggle with having deeper relationships, whether with family, friends or romantic. If you would like to identify and explore the roots of these, or other issues, you have come to the right place.

Dr. Allison Mauro at Rochester DBT Institute- serves teens and adults who are experiencing emotional dysregulation (anger, depression, anxiety, mood swings), impulsivity (self-harm, suicidality, substance use, disordered eating, verbal or physical acting out, etc.), rigid or pervasive thinking patterns, and issues with interpersonal relationships. The comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy program (DBT) is scientifically-based and incorporates skills training, individual therapy, and phone coaching to help patients and their families more effectively manage their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors and build a “life worth living.”

I treat issues of mood and anxiety as well as more complex issues involving substance use and trauma. I also have special expertise in personal goal-setting; cannabis dependence; and creative, gifted, and/or talented youth and adults with mood, underachievement, or multipotentiality issues. I work from a harm-reduction perspective and use a holistic lens to address problems. Using a mix of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, and a systems view, I assess and address sleep hygiene, daily habits, personal relationships, and coping skills, and incorporate mindfulness and exercise into all treatment planning.

I'm here to support clients who are looking to strengthen their mental health, relationships, and adaptability. Every day we face challenges and stress; whether it is neurobiologically based, interpersonal, a trauma response, or the result of systemic stressors of an unjust society. While I use a variety of approaches and techniques based on client needs, my foundation is person centered. You deserve a safe, nonjudgmental space to break down or build back up. I believe my clients have all the answers within them and are capable of great things. My role is to use my education, training, and empathy to help you reach your goals.

I primarily work with clients who may struggle with trauma-related disorders, eating disorders, anxiety disorders, OCD, LGBTQ+, domestic violence,and depressive disorders. I enjoy working with clients who are queer, neurodiverse, and/or poly-amorous/Non-Monogamous. My goal is to help people live their lives radically and authentically as they heal. I use a range of practices such as Trauma Systems Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy through a feminist and health-at-every-size lens. I have worked in victim advocacy, substance use disorder treatment facilities, group homes, home-based therapy, and in community health settings.