Substance Use Therapists in Castle Hills, TX
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Heather K Perez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Castle Hills, TX 78213
I have 11 years of experience in working with mental health crisis and substance use.
Counseling is about instilling hope in those who may have lost it along the way with all of the pressures that arise in life. With all of the stressors we experience, I believe everyone can benefit from counseling to help remove some of that pressure and live a life where you can thrive and enjoy every day. I take a person-centered counseling approach by addressing the needs of the individual in manageable ways they can incorporate into their lives. I also use solution-focused therapy to keep the sessions directed to what the individual wants to achieve from the counseling experience.
I have 11 years of experience in working with mental health crisis and substance use.
Counseling is about instilling hope in those who may have lost it along the way with all of the pressures that arise in life. With all of the stressors we experience, I believe everyone can benefit from counseling to help remove some of that pressure and live a life where you can thrive and enjoy every day. I take a person-centered counseling approach by addressing the needs of the individual in manageable ways they can incorporate into their lives. I also use solution-focused therapy to keep the sessions directed to what the individual wants to achieve from the counseling experience.
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Preston Maverick McNeel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, CART
Verified Verified
Castle Hills, TX 78213 (Online Only)
Feeling stuck, hopeless, or confused? Need a change, but not sure what it would be? Sometimes life throws challenges that are too overwhelming to handle alone. Whether you are having trouble accepting or believing in yourself, fighting depression or anxiety, managing anger, or dealing with relationship problems; psychotherapy can be an extremely helpful process to facilitate personal growth and insight.
Feeling stuck, hopeless, or confused? Need a change, but not sure what it would be? Sometimes life throws challenges that are too overwhelming to handle alone. Whether you are having trouble accepting or believing in yourself, fighting depression or anxiety, managing anger, or dealing with relationship problems; psychotherapy can be an extremely helpful process to facilitate personal growth and insight.
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Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques, I help clients enhance self-awareness, focus on goals, identify triggers, change maladaptive cognitions and behaviors, and enhance coping skills. My goal is to help you grow, heal, and move toward where you want to be in your life.
Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing techniques, I help clients enhance self-awareness, focus on goals, identify triggers, change maladaptive cognitions and behaviors, and enhance coping skills. My goal is to help you grow, heal, and move toward where you want to be in your life.
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Kimberly Nguyen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castle Hills, TX 78213
We as humans aren't meant to go through difficult times alone. When your resources seem low, a therapist offers consistent, reliable opportunities to work toward your healing. I might be a good fit for you if you are looking for empowerment through creative expression. As an art therapist, I believe art and imagination can address our bodies' biological survival responses in ways rational thinking and talk therapy can't.
We as humans aren't meant to go through difficult times alone. When your resources seem low, a therapist offers consistent, reliable opportunities to work toward your healing. I might be a good fit for you if you are looking for empowerment through creative expression. As an art therapist, I believe art and imagination can address our bodies' biological survival responses in ways rational thinking and talk therapy can't.
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Diara is a compassionate and non-judgmental counselor who believes that while we cannot control every aspect of the world around us, we can take control of how we interpret and deal with things in our environment. She strives to create a safe therapeutic environment, while simultaneously empowering her clients to lead meaningful and purposeful lives. She has extensive experience working with adults in various settings, and is well versed in treating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, substance abuse, coping skills, racial identity, spirituality, anger, suicidal ideation, relationships, life transitions and others.
Diara is a compassionate and non-judgmental counselor who believes that while we cannot control every aspect of the world around us, we can take control of how we interpret and deal with things in our environment. She strives to create a safe therapeutic environment, while simultaneously empowering her clients to lead meaningful and purposeful lives. She has extensive experience working with adults in various settings, and is well versed in treating anxiety, depression, stress, grief, substance abuse, coping skills, racial identity, spirituality, anger, suicidal ideation, relationships, life transitions and others.
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Tammy DeGroat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230 (Online Only)
With over 14 years of specialized training and experience in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use; your teen can heal, learn to cope, and gain tools to get through whatever it is that is bringing them to seek therapy.
I specialize in working with teens who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, school related issues and substance abuse. Your teen can expect to acquire tools needed to gain a sense of control, manage difficult emotions, and feel more confident in their relationships, friendships, and decision-making process.
With over 14 years of specialized training and experience in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use; your teen can heal, learn to cope, and gain tools to get through whatever it is that is bringing them to seek therapy.
I specialize in working with teens who are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, school related issues and substance abuse. Your teen can expect to acquire tools needed to gain a sense of control, manage difficult emotions, and feel more confident in their relationships, friendships, and decision-making process.
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Hello, my name is Anna G. Gomez and I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas. I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2014 from the University of Texas-Pan American and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling in 2018 from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. My counseling services address concerns including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, substance use disorders, and anger management. I am bilingual and able to provide services in both English and Spanish.
Hello, my name is Anna G. Gomez and I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas. I obtained my bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2014 from the University of Texas-Pan American and a Master’s Degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling in 2018 from the University of Texas Rio Grande Valley. My counseling services address concerns including, but not limited to depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, substance use disorders, and anger management. I am bilingual and able to provide services in both English and Spanish.
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Stephanie Rae Fernandez-DeGroat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230 (Online Only)
3 years of experience working with substance use, addictions and codependency.
Struggling to see the end in sight? Doubting yourself, your choices and who you show the world you are? Together we can make sense of it all. Life has a way of challenging us with experiences and situations were not always prepared for. Growth from adversity isn’t fun but you can do it! I’m here to walk this journey with you! My goal in life is to help others find the best parts of themselves, learn to love an accept all the beautiful scars that have created who you are today! Love working with all ages, individuals, couples and families. Proud member of the LGBTQIA community!
3 years of experience working with substance use, addictions and codependency.
Struggling to see the end in sight? Doubting yourself, your choices and who you show the world you are? Together we can make sense of it all. Life has a way of challenging us with experiences and situations were not always prepared for. Growth from adversity isn’t fun but you can do it! I’m here to walk this journey with you! My goal in life is to help others find the best parts of themselves, learn to love an accept all the beautiful scars that have created who you are today! Love working with all ages, individuals, couples and families. Proud member of the LGBTQIA community!
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Sober Cross
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78201 (Online Only)
Utilizing the latest evidence based treatment for Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders coupled with a strong foundation in faith. Recovery that is faith based counseling. Our Treatment Focus Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths needed to overcome their alcoholism and addictions. A strong foundation in faith with an evidenced based Cognitive Behavioral Treatment. Sober Cross is committed to insuring that you are not alone during your recovery treatment Counseling!
Utilizing the latest evidence based treatment for Alcoholism and Substance Use Disorders coupled with a strong foundation in faith. Recovery that is faith based counseling. Our Treatment Focus Our focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths needed to overcome their alcoholism and addictions. A strong foundation in faith with an evidenced based Cognitive Behavioral Treatment. Sober Cross is committed to insuring that you are not alone during your recovery treatment Counseling!
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Angie DeWaard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216 (Online Only)
I have been a therapist for 15 years and have experience with substance use counseling. I feel that it is a privilege to walk beside clients as they navigate their lives and that they trust me to be part of the process. It is not lost on me how much the power of being a safe space to land is. I feel that everyone can use the support of a therapist to help teach them new skills, refresh their mind on old ones, and look at how a positive mindset can have a big impact on things!
I have been a therapist for 15 years and have experience with substance use counseling. I feel that it is a privilege to walk beside clients as they navigate their lives and that they trust me to be part of the process. It is not lost on me how much the power of being a safe space to land is. I feel that everyone can use the support of a therapist to help teach them new skills, refresh their mind on old ones, and look at how a positive mindset can have a big impact on things!
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Ingrid Vergara
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216 (Online Only)
My specialties include working with individuals wanting to process: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, emotional issues, relationship issues, substance use/ addiction, and grief and loss.
Are you feeling lost and not sure what the next step is? I am here to process those thoughts and talk with you. It is not uncommon to lose connection with our voice and inner self. I am here to help you rebalance and re-discover how to connect with that piece of you. We all have the ability to heal ourselves; however, life challenges can throw that balance off. Though therapy, we can regain our strength and overcome barriers or strengthen areas where we want to grow by actively working on improvement and embracing the process of change.
My specialties include working with individuals wanting to process: depression, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, self-esteem, emotional issues, relationship issues, substance use/ addiction, and grief and loss.
Are you feeling lost and not sure what the next step is? I am here to process those thoughts and talk with you. It is not uncommon to lose connection with our voice and inner self. I am here to help you rebalance and re-discover how to connect with that piece of you. We all have the ability to heal ourselves; however, life challenges can throw that balance off. Though therapy, we can regain our strength and overcome barriers or strengthen areas where we want to grow by actively working on improvement and embracing the process of change.
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Unica Garcia
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78216
I have experience in working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and substance use issues.
Trying to make sense of life transitions? Maybe self-doubt, depression, or anxiety getting in the way of what is important to you? Choosing to talk to someone in a safe, empathetic, and judgement-free place can be the first step to where you want to be. In therapy, we can work together to help provide tools to learn skills to help reduce those intense feelings. I can provide encouragement and support along with an empathetic ear. To work along beside you while you gain insight and build on your already existing strengths.
I have experience in working with individuals who experience depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, mood disorders, adjustment disorders, and substance use issues.
Trying to make sense of life transitions? Maybe self-doubt, depression, or anxiety getting in the way of what is important to you? Choosing to talk to someone in a safe, empathetic, and judgement-free place can be the first step to where you want to be. In therapy, we can work together to help provide tools to learn skills to help reduce those intense feelings. I can provide encouragement and support along with an empathetic ear. To work along beside you while you gain insight and build on your already existing strengths.
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Kristin Arnold
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230 (Online Only)
I have significant experience in working with substance use, mood disorders, generational trauma, and personality disorders.
My goal is to provide an empathetic ear and therapeutic interventions to help you find cohesiveness and balance. Together, we can identify what’s not working in your life, enhance what is working, and explore ways to expand your life in more fulfilling ways. We will focus on the present moment – getting honest and vulnerable about your current patterns, curious about the past and how those experiences impact you now, and influence the future by incorporating new skills and goals. My role is to walk with you through your highs and lows, challenge, and encourage you.
I have significant experience in working with substance use, mood disorders, generational trauma, and personality disorders.
My goal is to provide an empathetic ear and therapeutic interventions to help you find cohesiveness and balance. Together, we can identify what’s not working in your life, enhance what is working, and explore ways to expand your life in more fulfilling ways. We will focus on the present moment – getting honest and vulnerable about your current patterns, curious about the past and how those experiences impact you now, and influence the future by incorporating new skills and goals. My role is to walk with you through your highs and lows, challenge, and encourage you.
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Libby Banks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78201 (Online Only)
I have six years of counseling experience and expertise in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, and substance use.
As an autistic person, my treatment is embedded in a philosophy of affirming care that respects neurodiversity and differences. I have an affinity for providing services to LGBTQ+ teens. I work collaboratively to figure out each individual's goals and treatment needs. My clients have often felt misunderstood, unseen, marginalized, and/or have experienced challenges with substance use. In our work together, I seek to provide clients with an experience of repair: if I don't understand, I will clarify and try harder. If I mess up, I will apologize. More than anything, I will always do my best to see the person in front of me.
I have six years of counseling experience and expertise in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, and substance use.
As an autistic person, my treatment is embedded in a philosophy of affirming care that respects neurodiversity and differences. I have an affinity for providing services to LGBTQ+ teens. I work collaboratively to figure out each individual's goals and treatment needs. My clients have often felt misunderstood, unseen, marginalized, and/or have experienced challenges with substance use. In our work together, I seek to provide clients with an experience of repair: if I don't understand, I will clarify and try harder. If I mess up, I will apologize. More than anything, I will always do my best to see the person in front of me.
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Cassie Almour
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230 (Online Only)
My experience includes working with concerns such as: mood disorders, behavioral issues, anger management, trauma, bullying, grief/loss, marital and family issues, personality disorders, domestic violence, parenting concerns, substance use issues, and many other client issues.
I believe that every day presents us with new challenges and new possibilities. My therapeutic goal is to help you grasp those opportunities and channel them toward personal growth. Together we can work towards developing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. It is my intention to empower my clients and assist you in developing the tools you need in order to achieve your goals. I am here to be an empathetic and supportive guide along your journey to healing and proactive change.
My experience includes working with concerns such as: mood disorders, behavioral issues, anger management, trauma, bullying, grief/loss, marital and family issues, personality disorders, domestic violence, parenting concerns, substance use issues, and many other client issues.
I believe that every day presents us with new challenges and new possibilities. My therapeutic goal is to help you grasp those opportunities and channel them toward personal growth. Together we can work towards developing a more fulfilling and meaningful life. It is my intention to empower my clients and assist you in developing the tools you need in order to achieve your goals. I am here to be an empathetic and supportive guide along your journey to healing and proactive change.
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Wellspring Wellness Manifest Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHFA, LCDCI, RSS, BCLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78213
Are you feeling stuck in life? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the demands of your life, career, or relationships? Do you have mental health concerns due to substance use and other habitual addictions? We help you discover, explore, and overcome what is getting in your way. We provide a safe space where you can began to expand, explore, find hope, discover solutions, and experience healing. We provide Life Coaching and Recovery Support Services for your Life Hurts, Habit and Hangups to individuals, families, and couples.
Are you feeling stuck in life? Are you feeling overwhelmed with the demands of your life, career, or relationships? Do you have mental health concerns due to substance use and other habitual addictions? We help you discover, explore, and overcome what is getting in your way. We provide a safe space where you can began to expand, explore, find hope, discover solutions, and experience healing. We provide Life Coaching and Recovery Support Services for your Life Hurts, Habit and Hangups to individuals, families, and couples.
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Chandra Brandt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, C-FRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78201
Feeling adrift, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your life's direction? You're not alone. Life's twists and turns can leave us feeling lost, but together, we can find a better way. Whether you're wrestling with mood swings, substance use, grief, or battling with self-esteem, I'm here to help. Let's roll up our sleeves and dive deep into understanding the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that have been holding you back. Together, we'll unearth practical strategies to propel you forward on your journey to wholeness.
Feeling adrift, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your life's direction? You're not alone. Life's twists and turns can leave us feeling lost, but together, we can find a better way. Whether you're wrestling with mood swings, substance use, grief, or battling with self-esteem, I'm here to help. Let's roll up our sleeves and dive deep into understanding the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that have been holding you back. Together, we'll unearth practical strategies to propel you forward on your journey to wholeness.
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Janet Lantry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, RYT
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78230 (Online Only)
Are you seeking relief and improved functioning, using evidence-based approaches and an integration of the mind and body? Janet specializes in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship conflict, substance use disorders, and uses play therapy as a primary modality when working with children. She is certified in EMDR. She works with all genders, including people who identify as transgender and non-binary and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Janet also has extensive experience working with veterans, active duty service members, and their families, with a unique empathy for being a military child.
Are you seeking relief and improved functioning, using evidence-based approaches and an integration of the mind and body? Janet specializes in treating PTSD, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship conflict, substance use disorders, and uses play therapy as a primary modality when working with children. She is certified in EMDR. She works with all genders, including people who identify as transgender and non-binary and members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Janet also has extensive experience working with veterans, active duty service members, and their families, with a unique empathy for being a military child.
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Scott Altamirano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78209 (Online Only)
With over a decade of experience, I provide compassionate therapy with a touch of dark humor. I specialize in complex cases, including LGBT issues, trauma, domestic violence, addiction, porn addiction, avoidant attachment, and personality disorders like borderline and narcissism. My goal is to support you in confronting and resolving deep-rooted challenges once and for all.
With over a decade of experience, I provide compassionate therapy with a touch of dark humor. I specialize in complex cases, including LGBT issues, trauma, domestic violence, addiction, porn addiction, avoidant attachment, and personality disorders like borderline and narcissism. My goal is to support you in confronting and resolving deep-rooted challenges once and for all.
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Elyse Greenamyre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78216 (Online Only)
I have spent the majority of my career working with individuals from all walks of life who are struggling with addiction. I am passionate about walking alongside people on their journey to reevaluate their relationship with substances, as well as finding and maintaining sobriety. My personal life experience paired with my counseling experience has prepared me to be able to offer empathy, support, and encouragement to those who are currently struggling. My style is collaborative. I'll offer feedback, tools, and skills to help you see new perspectives and overcome daily challenges.
I have spent the majority of my career working with individuals from all walks of life who are struggling with addiction. I am passionate about walking alongside people on their journey to reevaluate their relationship with substances, as well as finding and maintaining sobriety. My personal life experience paired with my counseling experience has prepared me to be able to offer empathy, support, and encouragement to those who are currently struggling. My style is collaborative. I'll offer feedback, tools, and skills to help you see new perspectives and overcome daily challenges.
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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.