Substance Use Therapists in Valley Stream, NY

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Veronica Hemmings: Hemmings LCSW Counseling PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, parent/teen issues, conflicts resolution, substance use, codependency, anger management and other issues.
Everyone at some point in their life has been faced with a difficult or challenging situation. Through a supportive and nurturing relationship, we will work together to gain insight, greater self understanding and self acceptance about your thoughts, feelings and behavior; develop healthy ways to cope with stress to improve your quality of life. I assist my clients in overcoming their emotional pain to find a path to happiness they desire using a more eclectic and integrated approach tailored to your specific needs. My primary goal is to empower individuals to live their best life
I work with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, parent/teen issues, conflicts resolution, substance use, codependency, anger management and other issues.
Everyone at some point in their life has been faced with a difficult or challenging situation. Through a supportive and nurturing relationship, we will work together to gain insight, greater self understanding and self acceptance about your thoughts, feelings and behavior; develop healthy ways to cope with stress to improve your quality of life. I assist my clients in overcoming their emotional pain to find a path to happiness they desire using a more eclectic and integrated approach tailored to your specific needs. My primary goal is to empower individuals to live their best life
(917) 746-1569 View (917) 746-1569
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Open-Minded Therapy, LCSW, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11581  (Online Only)
Areas of expertise include the management of depression, anxiety, psychosis, mild substance use disorders, and/or individuals affected by love ones challenged by addiction.
Making the decision to take control over your mental health, can feel very empowering, yet, can bring forth many thoughts of uncertainty. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 + years’ experience in the field of Behavioral Health and Substance Use, I am here to assist you in beginning your journey to becoming your best self! Together, we will break down barriers that prevent you from achieving your desired goals, and identify strategies that will help you live life purposefully.
Areas of expertise include the management of depression, anxiety, psychosis, mild substance use disorders, and/or individuals affected by love ones challenged by addiction.
Making the decision to take control over your mental health, can feel very empowering, yet, can bring forth many thoughts of uncertainty. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 + years’ experience in the field of Behavioral Health and Substance Use, I am here to assist you in beginning your journey to becoming your best self! Together, we will break down barriers that prevent you from achieving your desired goals, and identify strategies that will help you live life purposefully.
(516) 884-9977 View (516) 884-9977
Jaterah Brown
Mental Health Counselor, MS Ed, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Drawing from her diverse experience as a Crime Victims Advocate, Substance Use Prevention Specialist, and School Counselor, Jaterah brings a unique and supportive approach to addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Jaterah is a warm and compassionate clinical therapist with over ten years of experience, passionately committed to helping you achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she gently guides you in transforming negative thought patterns into positive, empowering self-talk, helping you move toward a healthier mindset.
Drawing from her diverse experience as a Crime Victims Advocate, Substance Use Prevention Specialist, and School Counselor, Jaterah brings a unique and supportive approach to addressing a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges.
Jaterah is a warm and compassionate clinical therapist with over ten years of experience, passionately committed to helping you achieve emotional well-being and personal growth. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), she gently guides you in transforming negative thought patterns into positive, empowering self-talk, helping you move toward a healthier mindset.
(516) 585-3385 View (516) 585-3385
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Dr. Dimas Castro
Licensed Master Social Worker, DSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11580  (Online Only)
Throughout is professional career, he has gained substantial experience working with adults - supporting those who present with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, substance use issues, and grief and loss.
Dr. Dimas Castor is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Doctorate in Social Work and 10 + years experience in the field of behavioral health. He is a passionate and experienced therapist, committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals seeking emotional healing and personal growth. With a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment, Dr. Castro strives to empower his clients to explore their inner strengths and resources, enabling them to overcome challenges and live more fulfilling lives.
Throughout is professional career, he has gained substantial experience working with adults - supporting those who present with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, substance use issues, and grief and loss.
Dr. Dimas Castor is a Licensed Master Social Worker with a Doctorate in Social Work and 10 + years experience in the field of behavioral health. He is a passionate and experienced therapist, committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals seeking emotional healing and personal growth. With a focus on creating a safe and supportive environment, Dr. Castro strives to empower his clients to explore their inner strengths and resources, enabling them to overcome challenges and live more fulfilling lives.
(516) 884-9977 View (516) 884-9977
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Alexandra Brown At Nassau Psychology Pc
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Alexandra specializes in treating co-occurring disorders in children, adolescents, and adults with the following: Anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, behavioral issues, codependency, learning disabilities, OCD, substance use disorders, and trauma.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Alexandra received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University in 2013. She completed her clinical training at NSLIJ Glen Cove Hospital's Women and Children's Program and the Town of Babylon's Youth Institute. Alexandra also completed her post-graduate training for substance use disorders in various OASAS clinics and is a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). She is currently an adjunct professor at Hofstra University and previously taught at Nassau Community College.
Alexandra specializes in treating co-occurring disorders in children, adolescents, and adults with the following: Anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, behavioral issues, codependency, learning disabilities, OCD, substance use disorders, and trauma.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology.org! Alexandra received her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University in 2013. She completed her clinical training at NSLIJ Glen Cove Hospital's Women and Children's Program and the Town of Babylon's Youth Institute. Alexandra also completed her post-graduate training for substance use disorders in various OASAS clinics and is a Certified Alcohol and Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC). She is currently an adjunct professor at Hofstra University and previously taught at Nassau Community College.
(516) 908-9845 View (516) 908-9845
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LaShaun Dean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11580  (Online Only)
Are you currently, struggling with depression, anxiety, sexuality, trauma, substance use, mental health, and work and life stress? Are you seeking to process your thoughts and feelings, overcome your trauma, and create a better future for yourself? Do you want to develop healthier coping strategies, explore boundary setting, and maintain your relationships that are most important to you? Finding a balance in life is often hard and poses challenges to even the strongest people.
Are you currently, struggling with depression, anxiety, sexuality, trauma, substance use, mental health, and work and life stress? Are you seeking to process your thoughts and feelings, overcome your trauma, and create a better future for yourself? Do you want to develop healthier coping strategies, explore boundary setting, and maintain your relationships that are most important to you? Finding a balance in life is often hard and poses challenges to even the strongest people.
(516) 908-9962 View (516) 908-9962
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Jada Albright
MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11580  (Online Only)
Different life transitions can be quite difficult  to deal with, whether its small events, divorce, marriage, dating, or other major life transitions. We all go through struggles and I want you to know I'm here.
Different life transitions can be quite difficult  to deal with, whether its small events, divorce, marriage, dating, or other major life transitions. We all go through struggles and I want you to know I'm here.
(718) 504-0552 View (718) 504-0552
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Tomika King
MFT
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11581
My goal is to help those who are ready to seek, explore, create balance within. I am experienced in providing care to client(s) who experiencing communication breakdown, depression, anxiety, work related stress, grief, bipolar, trauma, substance abuse and addiction. My background in Family Systems Theory enables me the experience to help individuals connect and consider how multiple factors such as relationships, health and spirituality can impact ones life. If you would like for me to join you on your journey toward achieving your therapeutic goals.
My goal is to help those who are ready to seek, explore, create balance within. I am experienced in providing care to client(s) who experiencing communication breakdown, depression, anxiety, work related stress, grief, bipolar, trauma, substance abuse and addiction. My background in Family Systems Theory enables me the experience to help individuals connect and consider how multiple factors such as relationships, health and spirituality can impact ones life. If you would like for me to join you on your journey toward achieving your therapeutic goals.
(516) 963-5929 View (516) 963-5929
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Michelle Scantlebury@ Common Practice Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
At a time in your life you may need a little help making things more manageable. You might have tried to fix all your problems by yourself... you have asked family and friends for advise... a higher power to make things better , to give you the strength and foresight to face all your troubles. You've even tried to do your best until you learn better but nothing seem to change. If you don't make the time to work on creating the life you want , you are eventually going to be forced to spend a lot of time dealing with the life you don't want.
At a time in your life you may need a little help making things more manageable. You might have tried to fix all your problems by yourself... you have asked family and friends for advise... a higher power to make things better , to give you the strength and foresight to face all your troubles. You've even tried to do your best until you learn better but nothing seem to change. If you don't make the time to work on creating the life you want , you are eventually going to be forced to spend a lot of time dealing with the life you don't want.
(929) 207-6412 View (929) 207-6412
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Annmarie Fuchs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580  (Online Only)
I am so very privileged to have the opportunity to connect with you. I have over five years experience working in the inpatient psychiatry setting with ages consisting of adolescents all the way up to geriatrics. I have worked in hospitals, schools, and outpatient clinic settings and now have the opportunity to pursue private practice. I am a fierce advocate of the LGBTQ+ community among all underserved populations.
I am so very privileged to have the opportunity to connect with you. I have over five years experience working in the inpatient psychiatry setting with ages consisting of adolescents all the way up to geriatrics. I have worked in hospitals, schools, and outpatient clinic settings and now have the opportunity to pursue private practice. I am a fierce advocate of the LGBTQ+ community among all underserved populations.
(516) 980-4721 View (516) 980-4721
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Yolanda Adams
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Do you feel overwhelmed and consumed by stressful life situations? I just may be your answer to relieving some of the emotional stress experienced as I specialize in providing individual therapy. Everyone has the right to feel emotionally healthy and live stress free. I believe this begins with giving yourself permission to address those emotions/behaviors that are disrupting your life. For some of my patients their treatment includes resolving issues from their past and moving forward. My style with patients is always collaborative, interactive and motivating. I use empathic and deep listening to HEAR my patients.
Do you feel overwhelmed and consumed by stressful life situations? I just may be your answer to relieving some of the emotional stress experienced as I specialize in providing individual therapy. Everyone has the right to feel emotionally healthy and live stress free. I believe this begins with giving yourself permission to address those emotions/behaviors that are disrupting your life. For some of my patients their treatment includes resolving issues from their past and moving forward. My style with patients is always collaborative, interactive and motivating. I use empathic and deep listening to HEAR my patients.
(856) 431-3235 View (856) 431-3235
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Joanna Reynolds
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
I am a therapist with over 18 years of experience and there is no problem, issue, or group of people that I haven't worked with in my career. At a Long Island hospital I am in charge of training and supervising new therapists and I have taught in a CUNY graduate school program for mental health counselors.
I am a therapist with over 18 years of experience and there is no problem, issue, or group of people that I haven't worked with in my career. At a Long Island hospital I am in charge of training and supervising new therapists and I have taught in a CUNY graduate school program for mental health counselors.
(347) 708-8673 View (347) 708-8673
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Dr. Mitch PsyD and Lisa Life Coaching Specialists
PsyD, MSW, Life, Coach
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11581
Dr. Mitch PsyD & Lisa Life Coach for Private Marriage/Couples & Anxiety, have had 35 Years of Co-Leading our Workshops (having a Male and Female Perspective). Our Private Workshops are Not Traditional Counseling. We Provide Two Professionals that Specialize in the Treatment of Relationships and/or Anxiety. We are Opened: Days, Eve's, Weekends & Same Day Appt's Available. These Workshops are Designed for a Rapid Recovery and are very Powerful & Comprehensive. Our Marriages/Couples & Anxiety Workshops have an 85% Rate of Success when you Complete our Program. In Addition, we have a After-Care Program (monthly) for Tune-Ups for Life.
Dr. Mitch PsyD & Lisa Life Coach for Private Marriage/Couples & Anxiety, have had 35 Years of Co-Leading our Workshops (having a Male and Female Perspective). Our Private Workshops are Not Traditional Counseling. We Provide Two Professionals that Specialize in the Treatment of Relationships and/or Anxiety. We are Opened: Days, Eve's, Weekends & Same Day Appt's Available. These Workshops are Designed for a Rapid Recovery and are very Powerful & Comprehensive. Our Marriages/Couples & Anxiety Workshops have an 85% Rate of Success when you Complete our Program. In Addition, we have a After-Care Program (monthly) for Tune-Ups for Life.
(516) 518-6490 View (516) 518-6490
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Alexa Eugene
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11581  (Online Only)
I have practiced for 5+ years as a licensed creative art therapist (LCAT). My practice specializes in working with adults of all ages. I put focus into making the unconscious conscious, working through core beliefs to develop a new sense of awareness. The symptoms a person experiences are part of a deeper issue, which we will work to uncover together. We will seek to better understand how environment, systems, culture, & relationships interact with historical & present thoughts, emotions and somatic experiences.
I have practiced for 5+ years as a licensed creative art therapist (LCAT). My practice specializes in working with adults of all ages. I put focus into making the unconscious conscious, working through core beliefs to develop a new sense of awareness. The symptoms a person experiences are part of a deeper issue, which we will work to uncover together. We will seek to better understand how environment, systems, culture, & relationships interact with historical & present thoughts, emotions and somatic experiences.
(646) 722-4656 View (646) 722-4656
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Juann Watson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
I am an experienced Psychotherapist who specializes in Depression, Child and Adolescent Issues and Addiction and Substance Abuse. I treat individuals, families and couples. I provide therapy in a safe and comfortable environment.
I am an experienced Psychotherapist who specializes in Depression, Child and Adolescent Issues and Addiction and Substance Abuse. I treat individuals, families and couples. I provide therapy in a safe and comfortable environment.
(347) 309-5071 View (347) 309-5071
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Insight Wellness Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Welcome! We are experienced bilingual Mental Health therapists (English/Spanish). We know taking this first step is challenging but you have made it! We have vigorous passion for mental health, not just through our education and experience but also from research and life experiences that have been helpful in this field. Our goal is to ultimately educate clients on their concerns, symptoms and develop a plan and coping skills. Guiding the client towards growth and healthy behaviors through evidence-based approaches, self reflection, accountability and empowerment.
Welcome! We are experienced bilingual Mental Health therapists (English/Spanish). We know taking this first step is challenging but you have made it! We have vigorous passion for mental health, not just through our education and experience but also from research and life experiences that have been helpful in this field. Our goal is to ultimately educate clients on their concerns, symptoms and develop a plan and coping skills. Guiding the client towards growth and healthy behaviors through evidence-based approaches, self reflection, accountability and empowerment.
(516) 908-6410 View (516) 908-6410
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Free Your Mind Services LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd, MHC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11581
Greetings, I'm Brandon Alfred, and through my own life's journey, I've come to realize no one should should handle life's challenges alone. We all encounter struggles that can feel daunting, and it's during these times that seeking support becomes truly meaningful. Sometimes, we encounter a space in our lives where even the simplest tasks can transform into difficult hurdles. Whether you're grappling with feelings of sadness or navigating the weight of depression, feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, facing complexities within romantic relationships, searching for your life's purpose, you've arrived at a place of understanding.
Greetings, I'm Brandon Alfred, and through my own life's journey, I've come to realize no one should should handle life's challenges alone. We all encounter struggles that can feel daunting, and it's during these times that seeking support becomes truly meaningful. Sometimes, we encounter a space in our lives where even the simplest tasks can transform into difficult hurdles. Whether you're grappling with feelings of sadness or navigating the weight of depression, feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety, facing complexities within romantic relationships, searching for your life's purpose, you've arrived at a place of understanding.
(347) 609-7924 View (347) 609-7924
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The New Hope Mental Health Counseling Services
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC, CCTS-F, CAMS II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11580
The New Hope Mental Health Counseling Services is a group practice staffed by a mixed group of licensed clinicians trained to handle every area of life. We work with children who present with aggressive and disruptive behaviors, including ADHD, individuals involved in the criminal justice system, struggling with drug, recovery and family related problems. Our clients receives support for Anger Management, marriage, trauma, and parenting. Our clinicians utilize an eclectic approach to address your needs. We also offer medication therapy for ADHD, bipolar, anxiety and other mood disorders where needed.
The New Hope Mental Health Counseling Services is a group practice staffed by a mixed group of licensed clinicians trained to handle every area of life. We work with children who present with aggressive and disruptive behaviors, including ADHD, individuals involved in the criminal justice system, struggling with drug, recovery and family related problems. Our clients receives support for Anger Management, marriage, trauma, and parenting. Our clinicians utilize an eclectic approach to address your needs. We also offer medication therapy for ADHD, bipolar, anxiety and other mood disorders where needed.
(646) 681-7762 View (646) 681-7762
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Bradley Craig Fox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valley Stream, NY 11581
I offer comfort and guidance to people struggling to find their way through a hard transition or uncertain situation. Sessions with me are easy, but engaged and lively, and I strive to create a safe, warm environment. I am highly influenced by humanism and family systems. As such, I regard suffering as a natural and expected part of the human condition, not as evidence of a personal defect.
I offer comfort and guidance to people struggling to find their way through a hard transition or uncertain situation. Sessions with me are easy, but engaged and lively, and I strive to create a safe, warm environment. I am highly influenced by humanism and family systems. As such, I regard suffering as a natural and expected part of the human condition, not as evidence of a personal defect.
(516) 548-2788 View (516) 548-2788
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Marnelle Eliezer Valcin Deronette
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Valley Stream, NY 11580
Psychotherapy is a helpful, guided, healing process of any wounds, sufferings that have been affecting you, you feeling revived again, feeling grounded with being solid mentally and emotionally, gaining self-control, living in the present moment and appreciate the present moment, gaining better self-awareness. Cognitive-Behavioral therapy is the main treatment modality practiced, helping you to reconstruct the negative thinking to more rational, positive thoughts to then have positive feelings and learn new, positive behaviors. I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, mood problems, substance abuse problems, and so forth.
Psychotherapy is a helpful, guided, healing process of any wounds, sufferings that have been affecting you, you feeling revived again, feeling grounded with being solid mentally and emotionally, gaining self-control, living in the present moment and appreciate the present moment, gaining better self-awareness. Cognitive-Behavioral therapy is the main treatment modality practiced, helping you to reconstruct the negative thinking to more rational, positive thoughts to then have positive feelings and learn new, positive behaviors. I have experience in treating depression, anxiety, mood problems, substance abuse problems, and so forth.
(516) 500-1476 View (516) 500-1476
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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.