Substance Use Therapists in 80903
Connor Scroggins
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Connor (he/him) has experience working with individuals in substance use recovery, inpatient and outpatient, as well as working with veterans and their family support systems. Connor is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a unique approach that combines existential-humanistic principles with a feminist perspective. As a counselor, Connor strives to create a safe and nurturing space for individuals seeking personal growth, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
Connor (he/him) has experience working with individuals in substance use recovery, inpatient and outpatient, as well as working with veterans and their family support systems. Connor is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a unique approach that combines existential-humanistic principles with a feminist perspective. As a counselor, Connor strives to create a safe and nurturing space for individuals seeking personal growth, self-acceptance, and empowerment.
Ben Morse
Counselor, LPCC, EMDR, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I work with adults and adolescents, LGBTQ+ folks (including poly/ENM and kink/BDSM), people dealing with life transitions, interpersonal issues, existential questions, substance use issues, process addictions (gambling, electronics, etc.
As your counselor, I am your partner in self-understanding and change. My role is to support and guide you toward an understanding of who you are and who you want to be. We work together as you determine the changes you would like to make, and create plans for making those changes real. The end goal is a closer alignment of your self-understanding, your lived experience, and your ideal self.
I work with adults and adolescents, LGBTQ+ folks (including poly/ENM and kink/BDSM), people dealing with life transitions, interpersonal issues, existential questions, substance use issues, process addictions (gambling, electronics, etc.
As your counselor, I am your partner in self-understanding and change. My role is to support and guide you toward an understanding of who you are and who you want to be. We work together as you determine the changes you would like to make, and create plans for making those changes real. The end goal is a closer alignment of your self-understanding, your lived experience, and your ideal self.
Gabrielle Engelmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Her specialty areas include working with Adolescents, Young Adults, and Adults who experience: Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression), Personality Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Psychosis, Trauma, Domestic and Interpersonal Violence, and involvement in court systems.
Gabbie (she/her) believes that one of the most powerful aspects of therapy is developing and nurturing a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe expressing who you are with total authenticity, and without fear of judgment. Taking that step into vulnerability can feel scary and unsettling, and Gabbie is grateful for the opportunity to join you in this courageous journey towards self-discovery and self-acceptance. Gabbie will meet you where you’re at with warmth and utilize meaningful research and evidence-based practices to give you skills to identify and overcome your obstacles.
Her specialty areas include working with Adolescents, Young Adults, and Adults who experience: Mood Disorders (Anxiety, Bipolar, Depression), Personality Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Psychosis, Trauma, Domestic and Interpersonal Violence, and involvement in court systems.
Gabbie (she/her) believes that one of the most powerful aspects of therapy is developing and nurturing a therapeutic relationship in which you feel safe expressing who you are with total authenticity, and without fear of judgment. Taking that step into vulnerability can feel scary and unsettling, and Gabbie is grateful for the opportunity to join you in this courageous journey towards self-discovery and self-acceptance. Gabbie will meet you where you’re at with warmth and utilize meaningful research and evidence-based practices to give you skills to identify and overcome your obstacles.
Anna Duerst
LPC Intern
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Anna (she/her) is working towards her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). She is beginning her clinical internship journey and has experience working with adults impacted by trauma, mental health, incarceration, and substance use issues. She is also a Certified Addiction Technician and has worked within a residential treatment setting. Anna approaches counseling from a person-centered perspective and also uses attachment theory to help her clients understand their relationship patterns.
Anna (she/her) is working towards her master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at University of Colorado Colorado Springs (UCCS). She is beginning her clinical internship journey and has experience working with adults impacted by trauma, mental health, incarceration, and substance use issues. She is also a Certified Addiction Technician and has worked within a residential treatment setting. Anna approaches counseling from a person-centered perspective and also uses attachment theory to help her clients understand their relationship patterns.
Kelley Harrow
Licensed Professional Counselor, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
My specialty areas include: Adolescents, Young Adults, Substance Use Disorder, Psychosis, Trauma, LGBTQIA+, and Body Based Intervention.
By providing a caring, compassionate, and free space to express past traumas, disruptive thought patterns, and confusing life circumstances, I create a meaningful and tailored healing experience for each client. Through counseling, clients can begin to experience the power behind their own convictions and step into a position of power over their own internal landscape. I believe in dismantling oppressive systems and harmful patterns within individual's lives through meaningful and powerful therapeutic intervention.
My specialty areas include: Adolescents, Young Adults, Substance Use Disorder, Psychosis, Trauma, LGBTQIA+, and Body Based Intervention.
By providing a caring, compassionate, and free space to express past traumas, disruptive thought patterns, and confusing life circumstances, I create a meaningful and tailored healing experience for each client. Through counseling, clients can begin to experience the power behind their own convictions and step into a position of power over their own internal landscape. I believe in dismantling oppressive systems and harmful patterns within individual's lives through meaningful and powerful therapeutic intervention.
Trenton Osinski
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Trent (he/him) is an intern working towards his master’s degree from UCCS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has experience working with adolescents in an outpatient environment, as well as experience working with young adults and veterans. Trent is a caring and committed counselor who wants to help others help themselves. He strives to empower individuals to increase self-awareness in order to identify what can be controlled and to create manageable solutions. By building strategies to increase resiliency,
Trent (he/him) is an intern working towards his master’s degree from UCCS in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. He has experience working with adolescents in an outpatient environment, as well as experience working with young adults and veterans. Trent is a caring and committed counselor who wants to help others help themselves. He strives to empower individuals to increase self-awareness in order to identify what can be controlled and to create manageable solutions. By building strategies to increase resiliency,
Jillian Elliott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR, ASAM
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Are you experiencing problems with addiction? Do you have trouble handling depression, trauma, and anxiety? I would like to be your guide in becoming sober and healing. As a experienced clinician, I recognize those that struggle with mental health and addiction are some of the most intelligent and artistic individuals. Often, those that experience anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts saw drugs and alcohol as a way to cope and calm their thoughts. I am here to walk you through the journey of hope to recovery, however that may look to you.
Are you experiencing problems with addiction? Do you have trouble handling depression, trauma, and anxiety? I would like to be your guide in becoming sober and healing. As a experienced clinician, I recognize those that struggle with mental health and addiction are some of the most intelligent and artistic individuals. Often, those that experience anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts saw drugs and alcohol as a way to cope and calm their thoughts. I am here to walk you through the journey of hope to recovery, however that may look to you.
Cindy Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (Online Only)
Have you tried everything to make your life better and it doesn't seem to work, or it works for a short time and things go right back to the way they were? Have you used alcohol or drugs to medicate uncomfortable feelings to feel normal, but never really feel normal no matter how hard you try? When we have suffered life-altering disappointments we tend to feel that we are different from others. When we try to connect with others, sometimes it doesn't work out as we anticipated. These disappointments can make us feel there is no hope for us.
Have you tried everything to make your life better and it doesn't seem to work, or it works for a short time and things go right back to the way they were? Have you used alcohol or drugs to medicate uncomfortable feelings to feel normal, but never really feel normal no matter how hard you try? When we have suffered life-altering disappointments we tend to feel that we are different from others. When we try to connect with others, sometimes it doesn't work out as we anticipated. These disappointments can make us feel there is no hope for us.
A Willow Bends, LLC
MA, LPC, LAC, MAC, EMDR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Have you suffered through years of abuse or trauma? Lost a loved one through divorce or death? Maybe, you feel you can't face life anymore. Maybe you struggle with the use of alcohol or drugs. Do you use them to "feel good about yourself?" Maybe, just "to forget for a moment". Maybe because they make you feel "normal". This is the time to seek help. It takes courage to call and yet we are here to walk with you during your trying times and help you find the inner peace, joy, and success you deserve!
Have you suffered through years of abuse or trauma? Lost a loved one through divorce or death? Maybe, you feel you can't face life anymore. Maybe you struggle with the use of alcohol or drugs. Do you use them to "feel good about yourself?" Maybe, just "to forget for a moment". Maybe because they make you feel "normal". This is the time to seek help. It takes courage to call and yet we are here to walk with you during your trying times and help you find the inner peace, joy, and success you deserve!
Nannette Amodeo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Have you ever uttered the words "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired" or felt like even when you are happy, that you are just waiting for the other shoe to fall? Do you have thoughts that no matter what you do, nothing seems to change and you find yourself in the same toxic relationships over and over again? Maybe you have even had thoughts that it's all too much and there never seems to be that proverbial light at the end of the tunnel that everybody keeps talking about. Yet something keeps you going, some small voice inside you knows you want more, knows you are capable of more.
Have you ever uttered the words "I am sick and tired of being sick and tired" or felt like even when you are happy, that you are just waiting for the other shoe to fall? Do you have thoughts that no matter what you do, nothing seems to change and you find yourself in the same toxic relationships over and over again? Maybe you have even had thoughts that it's all too much and there never seems to be that proverbial light at the end of the tunnel that everybody keeps talking about. Yet something keeps you going, some small voice inside you knows you want more, knows you are capable of more.
Janis Lyn Cross
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LPCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
If you are looking for a counselor who can provide understanding and support with empathy and kindness, this is my focus. I provide the tools for each individual’s unique needs to overcome anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, and any other mental health concerns you might be dealing with today. I have personal experience and clinical expertise in supporting individuals navigating separation, divorce, blended families, parenting challenges, depression, addiction, and anxiety. My work is dedicated to validating each person’s experience and to help them achieve peace and serenity.
If you are looking for a counselor who can provide understanding and support with empathy and kindness, this is my focus. I provide the tools for each individual’s unique needs to overcome anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, relationship issues, and any other mental health concerns you might be dealing with today. I have personal experience and clinical expertise in supporting individuals navigating separation, divorce, blended families, parenting challenges, depression, addiction, and anxiety. My work is dedicated to validating each person’s experience and to help them achieve peace and serenity.
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Jenny Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Jenny Johnson, and during my time as a counselor, I have met many amazing clients, who have inspired me and shown me the power of humanity. I have worked with people who struggle with substance abuse problems, were incarcerated in state prison and county jail, signed themselves into 90 day treatment programs for substance abuse, battled with mental and emotional turmoil, and are trauma survivors. I am honored to work with my clients and it is a position I take very seriously. I also provide clinical supervision for future LPC and/or LAC counselors.
Hello! My name is Jenny Johnson, and during my time as a counselor, I have met many amazing clients, who have inspired me and shown me the power of humanity. I have worked with people who struggle with substance abuse problems, were incarcerated in state prison and county jail, signed themselves into 90 day treatment programs for substance abuse, battled with mental and emotional turmoil, and are trauma survivors. I am honored to work with my clients and it is a position I take very seriously. I also provide clinical supervision for future LPC and/or LAC counselors.
Lisa Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Are you exhausted from feeling sad, scared, anxious or just "off" for much too long? Are you wondering if trying this counseling thing is even worth it? It is! Take a big step on your path toward feeling better and allow Lisa to guide you through a journey of self-exploration and growth. Lisa has helped clients with issues related to grief and loss, PTSD, substance abuse, family conflict, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. She is also experienced in working with veterans, first responders, and their families. She is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a passion for helping her clients reach their personal goals.
Are you exhausted from feeling sad, scared, anxious or just "off" for much too long? Are you wondering if trying this counseling thing is even worth it? It is! Take a big step on your path toward feeling better and allow Lisa to guide you through a journey of self-exploration and growth. Lisa has helped clients with issues related to grief and loss, PTSD, substance abuse, family conflict, depression, anxiety, and low self-esteem. She is also experienced in working with veterans, first responders, and their families. She is a compassionate and dedicated counselor with a passion for helping her clients reach their personal goals.
Maegan D Kirchoff
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (Online Only)
You don't know who you are or even who you want to be. You're constantly holding onto shame and guilt and never feel good enough. Sometimes you wonder if people in your life would care about you if they knew who you really were... it's exhausting. You don't feel truly close to anyone in your life. Relationships, friendships, family, it's distant. Feeling so alone makes you quick to anger because of you feel stuck in it. Are you wondering why life is always like this and if it will ever change?
You don't know who you are or even who you want to be. You're constantly holding onto shame and guilt and never feel good enough. Sometimes you wonder if people in your life would care about you if they knew who you really were... it's exhausting. You don't feel truly close to anyone in your life. Relationships, friendships, family, it's distant. Feeling so alone makes you quick to anger because of you feel stuck in it. Are you wondering why life is always like this and if it will ever change?
Sydney Coen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I specialize in working with teens, adolescents, and adults (age 10+) in healing from past trauma and/or coping with daily life stressors. I enjoy supporting clients in processing their trauma, self-esteem growth, social skills training, implementation of boundaries, and psycho-education. I am proud to stand as an ally and supporter to all who come through my doors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender expression, ability, sexual orientation, or military status.
I specialize in working with teens, adolescents, and adults (age 10+) in healing from past trauma and/or coping with daily life stressors. I enjoy supporting clients in processing their trauma, self-esteem growth, social skills training, implementation of boundaries, and psycho-education. I am proud to stand as an ally and supporter to all who come through my doors, regardless of race, ethnicity, religion, gender, gender expression, ability, sexual orientation, or military status.
Emily Starkey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Emily strives to invite individuals, couples, or families to come as they are, to feel safe, to bring the trauma, life stressors, anxiety and also life joys to a safe place. Emily understands that partaking in any therapy process can be challenging to start, and she commends you for taking the first steps to taking control over your life and mental health. Emily has eight years of working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families in the mental health field. Emily believes it is important to provide trauma-informed practice and a person-centered holistic approach to her therapy sessions.
Emily strives to invite individuals, couples, or families to come as they are, to feel safe, to bring the trauma, life stressors, anxiety and also life joys to a safe place. Emily understands that partaking in any therapy process can be challenging to start, and she commends you for taking the first steps to taking control over your life and mental health. Emily has eight years of working with children, adolescents, young adults, and families in the mental health field. Emily believes it is important to provide trauma-informed practice and a person-centered holistic approach to her therapy sessions.
Salena Mitchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I assist with a client centered approach in a warm and friendly environment that is modest and humble.
I assist with a client centered approach in a warm and friendly environment that is modest and humble.
Goodneighbor LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, NCACII
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
We, at Goodneighbor LLC, believe that all of us sometimes go through unusually stressful times and need timely, competent and accessible help. We provide exceptional trauma-informed psychotherapy and coaching, to include an brief and extremely effective proprietary program Accel Psy. Our outstanding licensed clinicians in both Colorado Springs and Canon City are here for you! We welcome individuals and families as clients, as well as new colleagues who support the highest standards of care and would like to specialize in trauma-focused family services.
We, at Goodneighbor LLC, believe that all of us sometimes go through unusually stressful times and need timely, competent and accessible help. We provide exceptional trauma-informed psychotherapy and coaching, to include an brief and extremely effective proprietary program Accel Psy. Our outstanding licensed clinicians in both Colorado Springs and Canon City are here for you! We welcome individuals and families as clients, as well as new colleagues who support the highest standards of care and would like to specialize in trauma-focused family services.
Dana Lee Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Have you been stuck with an emotional situation? Have you found it hard to get through an emotional reactivity? The form of therapy that I provide will help you to work through this part of your life, quickly. I work with LENS neurofeedback to help people work through any kind of emotional or physical trauma. This form of treatment will balance out the brain waves. It is a noninvasive gentle, approach to obtain optimum performance. In other words, I can get you through your therapeutic needs in a much quicker way. This will save you money in the long run.
Have you been stuck with an emotional situation? Have you found it hard to get through an emotional reactivity? The form of therapy that I provide will help you to work through this part of your life, quickly. I work with LENS neurofeedback to help people work through any kind of emotional or physical trauma. This form of treatment will balance out the brain waves. It is a noninvasive gentle, approach to obtain optimum performance. In other words, I can get you through your therapeutic needs in a much quicker way. This will save you money in the long run.
Joanie Lewis
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from The Colorado College and a Master's Degree in Psychology from Regis University. I am dually credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor specializing in developing comprehensive treatment plans for the treatment of co-occurring disorders. My treatment focus has developed into a specialty area in treating trauma issues using body-focused somatic treatments including being a Level II EMDR certified clinician, and the incorporation of evidenced-based therapies such as CBT and DBT allowing more depth of resources in addressing individuals with life challenges.
I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from The Colorado College and a Master's Degree in Psychology from Regis University. I am dually credentialed as a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor specializing in developing comprehensive treatment plans for the treatment of co-occurring disorders. My treatment focus has developed into a specialty area in treating trauma issues using body-focused somatic treatments including being a Level II EMDR certified clinician, and the incorporation of evidenced-based therapies such as CBT and DBT allowing more depth of resources in addressing individuals with life 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.