Substance Use Therapists in 91356
Margaret Wallace
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating individuals who suffer from chronic, persistent depression or difficulty regulating emotions, and find themselves using substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors to manage their symptoms. I join with my clients to uncover what is maintaining those unhealthy patterns and learn new skills to cope. I also work with clients to identify how developmental trauma from childhood influences their coping style, and help them develop self-compassion and acceptance as a part of healing.
I specialize in treating individuals who suffer from chronic, persistent depression or difficulty regulating emotions, and find themselves using substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors to manage their symptoms. I join with my clients to uncover what is maintaining those unhealthy patterns and learn new skills to cope. I also work with clients to identify how developmental trauma from childhood influences their coping style, and help them develop self-compassion and acceptance as a part of healing.
Leslie Ackerman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
Are you struggling with problems in relationships? Hoping someone will change? Do you get lost in a relationship? I can help you. I have extensive experience working with families/couples/individuals struggling with substance abuse, eating disorders, gambling and self destructive behaviors. I collaborate with my clients to achieve their goals while gaining insight into their patterns of behavior. Our work will help regulate emotions, to respond, not react. I am passionate about collaborating with clients using a variety of modalities. My clients feel secure, in a trusting environment as we address any concerns and goals.
Are you struggling with problems in relationships? Hoping someone will change? Do you get lost in a relationship? I can help you. I have extensive experience working with families/couples/individuals struggling with substance abuse, eating disorders, gambling and self destructive behaviors. I collaborate with my clients to achieve their goals while gaining insight into their patterns of behavior. Our work will help regulate emotions, to respond, not react. I am passionate about collaborating with clients using a variety of modalities. My clients feel secure, in a trusting environment as we address any concerns and goals.
Jennie deForest
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and meet with adults, couples, and families with a variety of concerns such as overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, life transitions, and traumatic experiences.
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and meet with adults, couples, and families with a variety of concerns such as overwhelming emotions, relationship stress, life transitions, and traumatic experiences.
Tanya Nord, MA, CHt
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTI, MA, CHT
Not Verified Not Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
Waitlist for new clients
I help my clients through various challenges such as anxiety, anger, depression, grief, addictive behavior and transitions in their professional and personal lives. I use CBT, Narrative Therapy, Guided Imagery, Ericksonian Hypnosis, Life Coaching, Past Life Regression and Solution Focused Therapy modalities in my practice. I offer sessions in Russian and Italian.
I help my clients through various challenges such as anxiety, anger, depression, grief, addictive behavior and transitions in their professional and personal lives. I use CBT, Narrative Therapy, Guided Imagery, Ericksonian Hypnosis, Life Coaching, Past Life Regression and Solution Focused Therapy modalities in my practice. I offer sessions in Russian and Italian.
West Valley Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
West Valley Counseling Center (WVCC) offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and services to bring affordable mental health services to the San Fernando Valley. WVCC is a non-profit community mental health center that has been serving the Greater Los Angeles region for well over a decade. Our qualified therapists work with individuals, relationships, traditional families, and non-traditional families to help ease life's burdens and to provide specialty services.
West Valley Counseling Center (WVCC) offers a wide range of therapeutic interventions and services to bring affordable mental health services to the San Fernando Valley. WVCC is a non-profit community mental health center that has been serving the Greater Los Angeles region for well over a decade. Our qualified therapists work with individuals, relationships, traditional families, and non-traditional families to help ease life's burdens and to provide specialty services.
Nicchi Rozsa
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356 (Online Only)
I utilize a holistic and integrative approach that offers a safe, supportive setting, using dream analysis, mindfulness, art therapy, journaling, meditation and other creative ways leading to an authentic and more rewarding life. From my studies under Rev. Kawakami, deputy head priest of Shunkoin Temple in Kyoto in Mindfulness and Zen Meditation, I have developed this therapeutic approach that treats, balances, and nourishes the mind, bodily, emotions, and soul. I use a variety of therapeutic perspectives and techniques including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Jungian, and Mindfulness-based interventions.
I utilize a holistic and integrative approach that offers a safe, supportive setting, using dream analysis, mindfulness, art therapy, journaling, meditation and other creative ways leading to an authentic and more rewarding life. From my studies under Rev. Kawakami, deputy head priest of Shunkoin Temple in Kyoto in Mindfulness and Zen Meditation, I have developed this therapeutic approach that treats, balances, and nourishes the mind, bodily, emotions, and soul. I use a variety of therapeutic perspectives and techniques including Psychodynamic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Jungian, and Mindfulness-based interventions.
Michael A. Kamins-Future-Mind-Works™
Marriage & Family Therapist, CCHt, PhD
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
As developer of Future-Mind-Works(TM), a “state-specific” art and science and revolutionary application of clinical hypnosis, Michael assists individuals with creative problem-solving in a variety of areas. With extensive training and experience in Jungian psychotherapy (Pacifica Graduate Institute; Coldwater Counseling Center) and Ericksonian hypnotherapy (Milton H. Erickson Foundation; HMI), Michael utilizes the client’s subconscious potential for mind-body healing, personal-development, and self-transformation.
As developer of Future-Mind-Works(TM), a “state-specific” art and science and revolutionary application of clinical hypnosis, Michael assists individuals with creative problem-solving in a variety of areas. With extensive training and experience in Jungian psychotherapy (Pacifica Graduate Institute; Coldwater Counseling Center) and Ericksonian hypnotherapy (Milton H. Erickson Foundation; HMI), Michael utilizes the client’s subconscious potential for mind-body healing, personal-development, and self-transformation.
Sara Stevens, MA, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356 (Online Only)
In the 20+ years I've been a therapist, I've learned that no two situations are the same. Therefore, I don't profess to have all the answers, but I'm very good at finding answers. I value getting to know people and finding out what has worked and what isn't working and then finding answers together.
In the 20+ years I've been a therapist, I've learned that no two situations are the same. Therefore, I don't profess to have all the answers, but I'm very good at finding answers. I value getting to know people and finding out what has worked and what isn't working and then finding answers together.
Corrine Leikam
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Tarzana, CA 91356
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialties in anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Many of my client’s have struggled for years before seeking therapy, while others simply need continued support. I work closely with all clients to identify meaningful, values-based goals focused on improving one's sense of wellbeing and innate resilience, while addressing symptoms that interfere with your ability to live life at its fullest. I help clients develop mindfulness skills and cultivate acceptance of their thoughts and emotions, empowering them to detach from unhelpful patterns and embrace a values-based life.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with specialties in anxiety, mood disorders, and life transitions. Many of my client’s have struggled for years before seeking therapy, while others simply need continued support. I work closely with all clients to identify meaningful, values-based goals focused on improving one's sense of wellbeing and innate resilience, while addressing symptoms that interfere with your ability to live life at its fullest. I help clients develop mindfulness skills and cultivate acceptance of their thoughts and emotions, empowering them to detach from unhelpful patterns and embrace a values-based life.
Anthony Nzeribe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarzana, CA 91356
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, my goal as a therapist is to help you create and find ways to manage the stress, frustration, or anxiety you may be experiencing. By providing a nonjudgemental environment I believe we can work together to remove the barriers trauma has placed in your life.
Sometimes life can be overwhelming, my goal as a therapist is to help you create and find ways to manage the stress, frustration, or anxiety you may be experiencing. By providing a nonjudgemental environment I believe we can work together to remove the barriers trauma has placed in your life.
Elise Horwich, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
We only know what we know, no shame in not knowing what we don’t. Consider it a privilege to accompany you on your journey to a more fulfilling life. Therapy shouldn't have to be complicated or intimidating. I work with a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach reducing your distress and symptoms and build your strength and resilience. I'm a lmft with over 35 years experience. My style is interactive, direct, and supportive. I focus on the here-and-now but recognize that one's past impacts choices, feelings, and behaviors in the present. I hope you find therapy with me to be a safe, nurturing, productive experience.
We only know what we know, no shame in not knowing what we don’t. Consider it a privilege to accompany you on your journey to a more fulfilling life. Therapy shouldn't have to be complicated or intimidating. I work with a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach reducing your distress and symptoms and build your strength and resilience. I'm a lmft with over 35 years experience. My style is interactive, direct, and supportive. I focus on the here-and-now but recognize that one's past impacts choices, feelings, and behaviors in the present. I hope you find therapy with me to be a safe, nurturing, productive experience.
Rozita Aslemand
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
We are each born with the capacity to live a full, joyous and productive life. Through the natural events of our less than perfect world, this capacity is diminished. In some way we know that this is possible and at the same time realize that we are limited. The area of limitation may be in our relationship to ourselves - somehow being unable to experience compassion or appreciation for our own beings. These limitations create pain and unnecessary suffering. Just as we have the capacity for living full and productive lives, I believe that we all have the capacity for healing.
We are each born with the capacity to live a full, joyous and productive life. Through the natural events of our less than perfect world, this capacity is diminished. In some way we know that this is possible and at the same time realize that we are limited. The area of limitation may be in our relationship to ourselves - somehow being unable to experience compassion or appreciation for our own beings. These limitations create pain and unnecessary suffering. Just as we have the capacity for living full and productive lives, I believe that we all have the capacity for healing.
Dr. Natasha Filippides
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356 (Online Only)
Making the decision to embark on a therapeutic journey takes courage & vulnerability. The power of having someone listen, support, & guide without judgment is a profound experience.The gift of psychotherapy is freedom through self examination & awareness. If we illuminate & bring understanding to the old negative patterns, behaviors & dynamics that have been running our lives we can find new ways of being that create growth & healing. My goal as a therapist is to help clients embrace their authentic selves, foster meaningful relationships, & improve their overall quality of life. Seeking therapy can be rewarding & life changing.
Making the decision to embark on a therapeutic journey takes courage & vulnerability. The power of having someone listen, support, & guide without judgment is a profound experience.The gift of psychotherapy is freedom through self examination & awareness. If we illuminate & bring understanding to the old negative patterns, behaviors & dynamics that have been running our lives we can find new ways of being that create growth & healing. My goal as a therapist is to help clients embrace their authentic selves, foster meaningful relationships, & improve their overall quality of life. Seeking therapy can be rewarding & life changing.
The Mind Body Rejuvenation Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, AT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
We are all imperfect humans living amongst other imperfect beings. If you are seeking emotional support, tools, resources, healthier coping strategies, or even a listening ear, our team of mental health professionals are trained and able to be a guide in your journey, to best help you listen and be in touch with your inner truth. Awareness is key to change. True change starts from within. When we pause, and take a look within, we can allow for introspection, change and growth.
We are all imperfect humans living amongst other imperfect beings. If you are seeking emotional support, tools, resources, healthier coping strategies, or even a listening ear, our team of mental health professionals are trained and able to be a guide in your journey, to best help you listen and be in touch with your inner truth. Awareness is key to change. True change starts from within. When we pause, and take a look within, we can allow for introspection, change and growth.
R. Boris Greenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
I am looking forward to providing a safe and judgement-free environment in which you can explore treatment for Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Blended/Step Family Issues, Eating Disorders, Impulse-Control, Substance-Related Disorders and Gender Dysphoria. I have been licensed for 34 years and bring my experience as a nurse, educator and therapist to combine a practical approach in my work. I specialize in the treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Disorders as well as Anxiety and Depression Disorders with Adults and Families.
I am looking forward to providing a safe and judgement-free environment in which you can explore treatment for Relationship Issues, Anxiety, Depression, Blended/Step Family Issues, Eating Disorders, Impulse-Control, Substance-Related Disorders and Gender Dysphoria. I have been licensed for 34 years and bring my experience as a nurse, educator and therapist to combine a practical approach in my work. I specialize in the treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Disorders as well as Anxiety and Depression Disorders with Adults and Families.
Lluvia Mayorquin
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tarzana, CA 91356
I am a neurodivergent Chicana Bilingual therapist. I strive to make therapy a judgement free place for honest self- exploration and growth. My specialties include working with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, individuals living with chronic illness, OCD, and grief. I use a person-centered humanistic and trauma informed approach when helping clients process presenting issues.
I am a neurodivergent Chicana Bilingual therapist. I strive to make therapy a judgement free place for honest self- exploration and growth. My specialties include working with individuals who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, individuals living with chronic illness, OCD, and grief. I use a person-centered humanistic and trauma informed approach when helping clients process presenting issues.
Maxine J Dusig, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It is a privilege to work with you. I am committed to assist you in discovering any emotional issues that may be troubling. Some of the issues may be relationships, depression, anxiety or any crisis. I am understanding of life's difficulties. I will help you discover how they are affecting you. You will gain more knowledge about yourself as well as others. You may need to learn new tools in managing difficult situations. I will help you to grow, gain more knowledge of yourself, and to set better boundaries In communication. I look forward to meeting with you and establishing a good working relationship.
It is a privilege to work with you. I am committed to assist you in discovering any emotional issues that may be troubling. Some of the issues may be relationships, depression, anxiety or any crisis. I am understanding of life's difficulties. I will help you discover how they are affecting you. You will gain more knowledge about yourself as well as others. You may need to learn new tools in managing difficult situations. I will help you to grow, gain more knowledge of yourself, and to set better boundaries In communication. I look forward to meeting with you and establishing a good working relationship.
Iris Nathaniel
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
I'm a holistic psychotherapist , with training in mind body modalities. I practice a unique blend of psychodynamic therapy combined with somatic modalities such as sensorymotor psychotherapy and EMDR. Sessions are individually crafted to fit each individual's needs at the moment of seeking help while relaying not only on cognitive restructuring and and uncovering unconscious emotions but also draws from the natural intelligence of the body and the most recent neuroscience, in order to heal past traumas , undo maladaptive patterns and create an empowered and fulfilling life. I am engaged and active during sessions and a partner on your road towards health and vitality.
I'm a holistic psychotherapist , with training in mind body modalities. I practice a unique blend of psychodynamic therapy combined with somatic modalities such as sensorymotor psychotherapy and EMDR. Sessions are individually crafted to fit each individual's needs at the moment of seeking help while relaying not only on cognitive restructuring and and uncovering unconscious emotions but also draws from the natural intelligence of the body and the most recent neuroscience, in order to heal past traumas , undo maladaptive patterns and create an empowered and fulfilling life. I am engaged and active during sessions and a partner on your road towards health and vitality.
Samantha Grimes
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
Hi! My name is Samantha Grimes, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, addiction recovery, and relationships. I am also trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. I tend to work best with the people who are faced with anxiety or panic attacks, mood disorders, people pleasers, intellectualizers, people who have had trauma, eating disorders or addiction, and people who want deeper more meaningful relationships with themselves and others. I use humor and creativity in my practice.
Hi! My name is Samantha Grimes, and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in anxiety, trauma, addiction recovery, and relationships. I am also trained in EMDR and Brainspotting. I tend to work best with the people who are faced with anxiety or panic attacks, mood disorders, people pleasers, intellectualizers, people who have had trauma, eating disorders or addiction, and people who want deeper more meaningful relationships with themselves and others. I use humor and creativity in my practice.
Adam Silberstein
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Tarzana, CA 91356
Adam Silberstein, Psy.D is a licensed clinical psychologist and has been working in the mental health field since 1994. Dr. Silberstein has extensive experience working with a broad range of populations.
Adam Silberstein, Psy.D is a licensed clinical psychologist and has been working in the mental health field since 1994. Dr. Silberstein has extensive experience working with a broad range of populations.
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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.