Therapists in Portsmouth, NH
Brian D Wener
Psychologist, BA, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Practicing 40 years in Seacoast Tri-state area. Portsmouth Family Institute faculty member, former Guest Lecturer, UNH Grad. Studies in Marriage/Family Therapy. PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING for ADHD- child/adult; Presurgical evaluations; Court-Legal-School evaluations. APA Board Certified in Assessment/Treatment of Substance Use Disorders ADDICTION services to families. Individuals/couples/families undergoing life transitions/divorce. I am a former GAL. I provide psychological assessment/treatment to clients of GALs. I gladly work with ages 14 +.
Practicing 40 years in Seacoast Tri-state area. Portsmouth Family Institute faculty member, former Guest Lecturer, UNH Grad. Studies in Marriage/Family Therapy. PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING for ADHD- child/adult; Presurgical evaluations; Court-Legal-School evaluations. APA Board Certified in Assessment/Treatment of Substance Use Disorders ADDICTION services to families. Individuals/couples/families undergoing life transitions/divorce. I am a former GAL. I provide psychological assessment/treatment to clients of GALs. I gladly work with ages 14 +.
Sheila Jenkins
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, MLADC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03802
I provide counseling to individuals on a variety of issues including depression/anxiety,anger management, substance abuse, addiction, compulsive behaviors,and stress management. Counseling sessions are tailored to your goals: either short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing ongoing personal growth. If you are looking for ways to gain a better understanding of yourself, change old behavior patterns, learn new ways to cope with stress then counseling can help you. What you can expect from counseling is compassion, and understanding, new perspectives on negative feelings and behaviors, and strategies for creating positive changes in your life.
I provide counseling to individuals on a variety of issues including depression/anxiety,anger management, substance abuse, addiction, compulsive behaviors,and stress management. Counseling sessions are tailored to your goals: either short-term, focusing on a specific issue, or longer-term, addressing ongoing personal growth. If you are looking for ways to gain a better understanding of yourself, change old behavior patterns, learn new ways to cope with stress then counseling can help you. What you can expect from counseling is compassion, and understanding, new perspectives on negative feelings and behaviors, and strategies for creating positive changes in your life.
Jennifer Casey, LADC Counseling, LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADC, BS
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Substance Abuse Evaluations are my speciality, I offer quality work at a quick turn around time-frame. I’m here to help. You CAN build a life that doesn’t rely on substances. And since substance use is often a result of underlying causes, I can help you understand the issues that first led to alcohol or drug use, and help develop the skills needed to avoid the stresses that might cause a relapse. I'll help you build a support system and achieve a balanced, meaningful life – one that doesn’t rely on substances.
Substance Abuse Evaluations are my speciality, I offer quality work at a quick turn around time-frame. I’m here to help. You CAN build a life that doesn’t rely on substances. And since substance use is often a result of underlying causes, I can help you understand the issues that first led to alcohol or drug use, and help develop the skills needed to avoid the stresses that might cause a relapse. I'll help you build a support system and achieve a balanced, meaningful life – one that doesn’t rely on substances.
Silver Linings Counseling LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MLADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
I have been working in mental health and substance abuse field for 15 years and understand how hard it can be to work on your most vulnerable insecurities without seeing any hope or progress in sight.
I personally want to welcome you in taking the first steps to bettering your life and well being! My goal in therapy is to help and assist being the best YOU—whatever that means. Therapy requires you to give and take, and the more you are open and honest about your strengths, as well as your struggles, the more meaningful the process will be. My goal is for you to not only feel a reduction of negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; but to also find the “silver linings”, the little moments of comfort and hope throughout your therapeutic experience!
I have been working in mental health and substance abuse field for 15 years and understand how hard it can be to work on your most vulnerable insecurities without seeing any hope or progress in sight.
I personally want to welcome you in taking the first steps to bettering your life and well being! My goal in therapy is to help and assist being the best YOU—whatever that means. Therapy requires you to give and take, and the more you are open and honest about your strengths, as well as your struggles, the more meaningful the process will be. My goal is for you to not only feel a reduction of negative thoughts, feelings, and behaviors; but to also find the “silver linings”, the little moments of comfort and hope throughout your therapeutic experience!
White Birch Recovery Services
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LICSW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I am honored to be able to provide clinical services to those suffering from Substance Use Disorders. My ideal in practice is to form a strong, collaborative, therapeutic relationship with my clients. My style is empathetic, compassionate, and direct. I believe that by exploring thoughts, emotions, and maladaptive behavior patterns, we can become more insightful and understanding of ourselves. Through this vulnerable process we are able to create life-long change that will increase self esteem and the ability to form close interpersonal relationships with those we care about.
I am honored to be able to provide clinical services to those suffering from Substance Use Disorders. My ideal in practice is to form a strong, collaborative, therapeutic relationship with my clients. My style is empathetic, compassionate, and direct. I believe that by exploring thoughts, emotions, and maladaptive behavior patterns, we can become more insightful and understanding of ourselves. Through this vulnerable process we are able to create life-long change that will increase self esteem and the ability to form close interpersonal relationships with those we care about.
Lawrence Newman
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, LADC, CCFC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I conduct mental health and substance abuse evaluations and treatment.
Has anyone ever criticized your drinking? Have you had problems related to drug use? I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with mental health and substance abuse problems. My specialties include treating addiction, depression and anxiety, recovery from trauma, and the coping skills that are needed to manage these issues. Substance abuse leading to Addiction is an unhealthy coping mechanism often related to underlying causes. I provide a safe environment where we can work on resolving the internal struggle that is holding you back. With my client-centered approach, we can work together to improve your life.
I conduct mental health and substance abuse evaluations and treatment.
Has anyone ever criticized your drinking? Have you had problems related to drug use? I have over 20 years experience working with individuals with mental health and substance abuse problems. My specialties include treating addiction, depression and anxiety, recovery from trauma, and the coping skills that are needed to manage these issues. Substance abuse leading to Addiction is an unhealthy coping mechanism often related to underlying causes. I provide a safe environment where we can work on resolving the internal struggle that is holding you back. With my client-centered approach, we can work together to improve your life.
Matthew E. Garthwait
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I work with people on a variety of issues, typically those struggling with anxiety/depression, stress management, substance use and addiction. There are moments in our lives that feel extra stressful or overwhelming and this is perhaps more true today given these especially challenging times. This is when having strong, healthy coping strategies and the right tools can help us feel back in control with the ability to better manage life again.
I work with people on a variety of issues, typically those struggling with anxiety/depression, stress management, substance use and addiction. There are moments in our lives that feel extra stressful or overwhelming and this is perhaps more true today given these especially challenging times. This is when having strong, healthy coping strategies and the right tools can help us feel back in control with the ability to better manage life again.
David Lee
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW-cc, MBA
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I have extensive experience working with people experiencing substance use disorders and mental illness. I specialize in the collaborative treatment of anxiety and depression, the promotion of overall health, happiness and self-worth. I utilize motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.
I have extensive experience working with people experiencing substance use disorders and mental illness. I specialize in the collaborative treatment of anxiety and depression, the promotion of overall health, happiness and self-worth. I utilize motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and psychodynamic approaches.
Cardinal North Wellness Collective
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03804
I welcome motivated clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, and more. I offer an empathetic space to explore thoughts and emotions. If your goals are to heal, grow, and empower yourself, or if you aim to overcome trauma, cultivate self-awareness, understand personal mental struggles, or to enhance resilience and inner peace, please reach out today. I use a blend of Evidenced-based therapy such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, and Meditation as well as Yoga Therapy, Sound Healing, and Reiki. These modalities are tools to aid you on your quest of transformation and to find your True North.
I welcome motivated clients navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, addiction, and more. I offer an empathetic space to explore thoughts and emotions. If your goals are to heal, grow, and empower yourself, or if you aim to overcome trauma, cultivate self-awareness, understand personal mental struggles, or to enhance resilience and inner peace, please reach out today. I use a blend of Evidenced-based therapy such as EMDR, CBT, DBT, IFS, and Meditation as well as Yoga Therapy, Sound Healing, and Reiki. These modalities are tools to aid you on your quest of transformation and to find your True North.
Audrey LaBarre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I have experience in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, communication/relational issues, grief, substance abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, as well as other areas.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life right now? Could you use better coping skills to manage life transitions, whether it is relationship issues, parenting stress, body image/confidence problems, financial stress, or work changes? I would like to help you develop coping skills that can help you better manage stress, anxiety or depressive symptoms. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help individuals, couples and families learn strategies for managing life stressors in order to increase their quality of life. Therapy is a collaborative effort that takes reflection, awareness, creativity and strength.
I have experience in helping those struggling with depression, anxiety, eating disorders, communication/relational issues, grief, substance abuse, and obsessive-compulsive disorder, as well as other areas.
Are you feeling overwhelmed with life right now? Could you use better coping skills to manage life transitions, whether it is relationship issues, parenting stress, body image/confidence problems, financial stress, or work changes? I would like to help you develop coping skills that can help you better manage stress, anxiety or depressive symptoms. As a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker, my goal is to help individuals, couples and families learn strategies for managing life stressors in order to increase their quality of life. Therapy is a collaborative effort that takes reflection, awareness, creativity and strength.
Marieke Kat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
I have experience in the mental health and substance use fields working with individuals, couples and families in all levels of care.
Throughout our lives we are strengthened, not defined, by our experiences. Some experiences are welcomed and enjoyed and others are challenging and even devastating at times. The work for all of us in this life is to learn how to cope with and grow from our experiences while empowering ourselves and others to create more positive ones. We can do this by staying mindful and connected to the strength and stability within us. I believe we have an innate need and ability to connect and feel a sense of unconditional acceptance and this is what therapy can offer.
I have experience in the mental health and substance use fields working with individuals, couples and families in all levels of care.
Throughout our lives we are strengthened, not defined, by our experiences. Some experiences are welcomed and enjoyed and others are challenging and even devastating at times. The work for all of us in this life is to learn how to cope with and grow from our experiences while empowering ourselves and others to create more positive ones. We can do this by staying mindful and connected to the strength and stability within us. I believe we have an innate need and ability to connect and feel a sense of unconditional acceptance and this is what therapy can offer.
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Joshua S Hagar
Counselor, MS, LCPC, LCMHC, MLADC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Waitlist for new clients
Hello, My name is Josh Hagar. I am a multi-licensed Mental Health Counselor (ME & NH) and Master's Level - Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor (NH) committed to helping those in need learn how to identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. My work focuses on a progress based approach utilizing interventions that fit your specific needs. I believe in taking a collaborative path to helping clients reach their goals. I’m passionate about working with diverse clientele. My specialties include extensive work with addiction/alcoholism treatment, family issues, LGBTQIA+ challenges, and co-occurring disorders.
Hello, My name is Josh Hagar. I am a multi-licensed Mental Health Counselor (ME & NH) and Master's Level - Licensed Drug & Alcohol Counselor (NH) committed to helping those in need learn how to identify unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. My work focuses on a progress based approach utilizing interventions that fit your specific needs. I believe in taking a collaborative path to helping clients reach their goals. I’m passionate about working with diverse clientele. My specialties include extensive work with addiction/alcoholism treatment, family issues, LGBTQIA+ challenges, and co-occurring disorders.
Julia E Ovalle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
I have experience with a wide array of areas including but not limited to anxiety, depression, co-occurring disorders, grief, addiction, relationship difficulties, career/educational enhancement, life transitions and family work.
My view of therapy is an opportunity to engage in a collaborative process by which the therapist and client work together towards enriching lifestyle, and enhancing overall well-being. Additional treatment modalities I draw from include cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques aimed to help reframe and replace negative thought patterns leading to healthier responses in challenging situations. Furthermore, I work from a strengths based perspective that amplifies each individual's unique qualities through the process of self-discovery, healing, acceptance and forgiveness of self and others.
I have experience with a wide array of areas including but not limited to anxiety, depression, co-occurring disorders, grief, addiction, relationship difficulties, career/educational enhancement, life transitions and family work.
My view of therapy is an opportunity to engage in a collaborative process by which the therapist and client work together towards enriching lifestyle, and enhancing overall well-being. Additional treatment modalities I draw from include cognitive-behavioral therapy techniques aimed to help reframe and replace negative thought patterns leading to healthier responses in challenging situations. Furthermore, I work from a strengths based perspective that amplifies each individual's unique qualities through the process of self-discovery, healing, acceptance and forgiveness of self and others.
Peg Correia
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, MLADC, CCFC, CCDVC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize the Adaptive Information Processing model which helps clients reprocess trauma/addiction and attachment issues so that their past stops affecting their present.
Offering EMDR therapy in person or online. Ketamine Assisted Therapy in person. I am an EMDR therapist who specializes in working with clients who are struggling with issues such as trauma (sexual abuse, family violence, combat trauma, accidents, natural disasters), attachment and/or addiction. I am an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. I provide groups and individual services for therapists wanting to enhance their EMDR therapy practice both on-line and in person. Other areas of expertise include Substance Use Disorders.
I utilize the Adaptive Information Processing model which helps clients reprocess trauma/addiction and attachment issues so that their past stops affecting their present.
Offering EMDR therapy in person or online. Ketamine Assisted Therapy in person. I am an EMDR therapist who specializes in working with clients who are struggling with issues such as trauma (sexual abuse, family violence, combat trauma, accidents, natural disasters), attachment and/or addiction. I am an EMDRIA Approved Consultant. I provide groups and individual services for therapists wanting to enhance their EMDR therapy practice both on-line and in person. Other areas of expertise include Substance Use Disorders.
Sara Lutat
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
As a dual licensed therapist I partner, with children, parents, adolescents/teens, adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and big life transitions, adjustment to change, addiction, and relationship problems. I offer the soft landing of a supportive, trusting, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment that is grounded in empathetic listening and innovative therapies beyond the traditional “talk therapy.” Most clients begin to notice improvement within 2 to 3 sessions.
As a dual licensed therapist I partner, with children, parents, adolescents/teens, adults of all ages who are struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and big life transitions, adjustment to change, addiction, and relationship problems. I offer the soft landing of a supportive, trusting, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment that is grounded in empathetic listening and innovative therapies beyond the traditional “talk therapy.” Most clients begin to notice improvement within 2 to 3 sessions.
Julianna Robson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801 (Online Only)
I have spent my career working with a wide range of populations across a variety of settings, with my passion lying in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Attachment Disorders, and substance use disorders.
I enjoy working with children ages 5+ and teenagers. I am able to quickly build rapport and help them identify appropriate coping skills or understand behavior patterns. Although, I enjoy working with all ages to provide a safe space for exploration and a deeper sense of self.
I have spent my career working with a wide range of populations across a variety of settings, with my passion lying in Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Attachment Disorders, and substance use disorders.
I enjoy working with children ages 5+ and teenagers. I am able to quickly build rapport and help them identify appropriate coping skills or understand behavior patterns. Although, I enjoy working with all ages to provide a safe space for exploration and a deeper sense of self.
Vincent A Duffy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CSAT
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for twenty years working with adolescents and adults. I am also a CSAT specializing in the treatment of individuals struggling with sexual addiction issues. I also work with individuals coping with trauma/loss, depression, anxiety,life transitions and sexuality. My goal is to provide a safe,non-judgemental environment, while I work with you to actively pursue insight and solutions to your issues and concerns.
My approach is a mixture of developing a relationship with you while integrating cognitive behavioral techniques with empathy, humor, metaphors and mindfulness skill training.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for twenty years working with adolescents and adults. I am also a CSAT specializing in the treatment of individuals struggling with sexual addiction issues. I also work with individuals coping with trauma/loss, depression, anxiety,life transitions and sexuality. My goal is to provide a safe,non-judgemental environment, while I work with you to actively pursue insight and solutions to your issues and concerns.
My approach is a mixture of developing a relationship with you while integrating cognitive behavioral techniques with empathy, humor, metaphors and mindfulness skill training.
Annie Novak
Counselor, MA, MLADC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Are you in a difficult place, struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues? Are you confused about what to do next, or how to get out of the pattern? I am here to walk with you on this journey of discovery. I believe in people's ability to change and asking for help is a brave place to be. Through counseling we learn to live a full human experience - joy and sorrow, triumph and failure, grief and connection.
Are you in a difficult place, struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues? Are you confused about what to do next, or how to get out of the pattern? I am here to walk with you on this journey of discovery. I believe in people's ability to change and asking for help is a brave place to be. Through counseling we learn to live a full human experience - joy and sorrow, triumph and failure, grief and connection.
Michael V Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03802
The Center for Sex & Love Addiction provides counseling and treatment for individuals and couples who are dealing with the complex problems involved with sex addiction and love addiction. Our sex and love treatment program enables individuals and couples to stop the cycle, regain control of their lives and begin the road to recovery. I have been working for 15 years with individuals with issues of infidelity, excessive pornography use, engaging with prostitutes and many other at risk behaviors. We also have supportive treatment working with partners of the addict.
The Center for Sex & Love Addiction provides counseling and treatment for individuals and couples who are dealing with the complex problems involved with sex addiction and love addiction. Our sex and love treatment program enables individuals and couples to stop the cycle, regain control of their lives and begin the road to recovery. I have been working for 15 years with individuals with issues of infidelity, excessive pornography use, engaging with prostitutes and many other at risk behaviors. We also have supportive treatment working with partners of the addict.
Brandee Prevost
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MLADC
Verified Verified
Portsmouth, NH 03801
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with both mental health and substance use disorders. Change can be difficult and I strive to meet clients where they are at and work collaboratively with them to develop a vision and plan for their treatment.
I enjoy working with clients who struggle with both mental health and substance use disorders. Change can be difficult and I strive to meet clients where they are at and work collaboratively with them to develop a vision and plan for their treatment.
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What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.