Substance Use Therapists in Ithaca, NY

MindWell provides culturally informed, evidence-based, outpatient mental healthcare. MindWell’s compassionate, culturally informed therapists use research based care to address the mental health concerns of children, youth, couples and adults. We work with a range of concerns and identities, including ADHD, anxiety, autism, behavior issues, bipolar disorder, depression, eating disorders, gender identity, grief, life transitions, OCD, parenting, substance use, and trauma.

Hello my name is Julie Tatowicz and I am the owner of Coast to Coast LCSW Pllc. Reaching out for help is difficult, but you have already taken the first step. My goal is to make people feel comfortable and create an environment where people can feel heard and not judged. As a therapist I will help you formulate goals and work toward them. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. I try to help clients stay focused on the here and now, rather than getting stuck in the "whys" or the "what ifs." No matter what you're going through I want you to feel supported and empowered.

In order to serve clients with a broad range of concerns and diagnoses, I provide therapeutic interventions tailored to each specific case. Whether you are a couple looking to improve your relationship, or an individual hoping to gain insight and coping skills, your goals can be addressed in a collaborative, supportive environment. I work with adults, adolescents (ages 12 and up) and couples.

I will work with you to help reveal your true potential. We will uncover behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling life.

As a licensed clinical social worker, my primary focus is to help you reduce suffering and find greater joy and meaning in your life. With a Master's degree in social work from Hunter College Silberman School of Social Work and a BFA in dramatic performance from the University of Cincinnati College Conservatory of Music, I have spent the past 15 years working with a diverse range of individuals struggling with a variety of mental health issues. I have a particular expertise in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, phobias, substance abuse, creative blocks, and issues related to relationships, gender-identity, and sexuality.

Please note: I currently have a waitlist for new clients - please email. Welcome! I recognize asking for help is no simple task and respect your curiosity in exploring this step. I view therapy as an invitation to delve deeper into your current concerns, personal history, conditioning and defenses in order to reconnect with your true self and experience growth and wellness in your life. Therapy is a unique experience for every person, with the potential to be transformational.

I work hard and collaboratively with my clients who are seeking counseling as well as life coaching. My desire is to help clients work through their issues (such as trauma, depression, eating disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, sexuality, addiction, parenting, spirituality, etc.) so they are able to development of a more integrated sense of self, experience increased individual meaning and purpose and have respectful and enduring relationships with others. In my work I like to come alongside people so they can put their past behind them, experience restoration and live life to the fullest potential.

I have worked extensively with individuals who struggle with alcoholism, addictions, co-occurring disorders, and recovery challenges, as well as with relationship and family issues.

Each individual has unique circumstances and needs and I work with each client to get to the core of their specific issues, to help them establish the life they want and become more emotionally healthy and stable. My practice includes children, teens, adults, couples and families. I work with youth who have behavioral and emotional issues, helping them to learn how to best express their feelings and needs. I also work with adults who have a variety of personal and family issues and do family counseling and mediation. I have over 15 years experience working with individuals with addiction, their families and related issues.

A large part of my training and work has been in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness. I have also completed additional training in Disaster Mental Health and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I am dedicated to being a culturally aware clinician and I am LGBTQ + Affirming. As we work together the therapeutic process will always be unique to you and will be the blueprint of your amazing journey.

My ideal client is a client that is motivated for change, and willing to be vulnerable, open, and honest. They are willing to put in the work and trust in the therapy process. It is my goal to assist the client in any way that I can and meet their needs in order to help them achieve their goals, gain a better balanced self, and improve their overall mental health.

Hey there, and welcome to this next part of your journey. Let’s take a moment to recognize that you are a total badass for just being here, and surviving whatever it is that has brought you to this place. It takes courage to explore working with a therapist, whether it’s your first or fifth time searching for the right connection. Here’s what I will always strive to provide for you: a safe and judgment-free space, where we hold a deep respect for what you’ve been through, and honor the resources you contain within yourself to have survived to this point.

Now might be the right time to reach out for specialized psychological care. As a doctoral level practitioner, I have advanced training and experience in Clinical Psychology and Health Psychology. I offer psychotherapy, behavioral medicine, and coaching services for a wide spectrum of mind-body challenges that adolescents and adults often face, including mental disorders, physical illnesses, and barriers to peak performance and self-actualization. My style is practical and evidenced-based, integrating multiple techniques to facilitate a highly personalized collaboration. My theoretical approach is grounded primarily in CBT & ACT.

Are fears and anxieties limiting your life? Are you feeling sad or down most of the time. I have been helping individuals learn techniques to overcome fears and find relief from depression and anxiety for over 30 years.

If you're on this website reading therapists' profiles, you or someone you care about are probably wrestling with unpleasant feelings or difficult life circumstances. I can help you figure out what is working in your life, what is not working, what can change, and how to make change. I listen carefully and ask thoughtful questions to explore where you've been, where you are now, and where you need to go next, working through the tough stuff along the way in a spirit of respect and caring.

Update: On Maternity Leave From July 2023- January 2024 Our minds and bodies are powerful forces, which are wholly connected. Environmental factors, as well as belief and value systems are deeply rooted in how we present ourselves physically and emotionally. For many, painful life events can fracture the mind/body connection for the sake of survival. Adults may experience anxious and depressive thoughts. Relationships may see increased tension and/or codependent traits. Healing from therapeutic intervention is recognizing unhelpful “parts” and bringing love, appreciation and competency to your internal world.

My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and experiential. I strive to create a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship through which you can share, express freely, and activate your deepest potential for transformation. I am devoted to the well-being of my clients and provide the best possible therapy to help facilitate insight and growth. Areas of expertise include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, addiction, family dynamic/attachment and relationship. I also offer services for clients working toward specific personal goals in the areas of, student/school, career/improved work-life, purpose and personal potential.

We are never alone and sometimes we just need another to join with us on this journey of life. I am happy to join and help you learn, create and achieve the goals you desire. Regardless of your emotional struggle, I can help you. I offer ADD/ADHD assessments/treatments for adults & children. I treat all symptoms including addiction struggles. I offer Phone and Video Sessions via telehealth.

In psychotherapy, we work together to understand the meaning of your symptoms and the sources of your pain. The therapeutic process is in large part a careful encounter with the past in the hope of getting beyond what happened to you and discovering who you are apart from your history. It also includes the exploration of your beliefs, emotions, protective strategies, recurring patterns, and relationship dynamics. From a stance of compassion and curiosity, we put words to your experience and what has been unsayable before.