Photo of Ammar Nazarali, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 75093, TX
Ammar Nazarali
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Therapy is a brave journey that can allow you to better understand your wants/needs, discover your unique strengths, and develop psychological resilience to help you cope with all that life has to offer. This road to personal development is a path less often taken but it can lead to a rich and fulfilled life. I would be honored to support your endeavors along this path. My areas of expertise include therapeutic approaches for adolescents, young adults, and adults with issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, substance use disorders, mood disorders, athletes, first & second-generation immigrants.
Therapy is a brave journey that can allow you to better understand your wants/needs, discover your unique strengths, and develop psychological resilience to help you cope with all that life has to offer. This road to personal development is a path less often taken but it can lead to a rich and fulfilled life. I would be honored to support your endeavors along this path. My areas of expertise include therapeutic approaches for adolescents, young adults, and adults with issues related to depression, anxiety, self-esteem/confidence, substance use disorders, mood disorders, athletes, first & second-generation immigrants.
(214) 617-9472 View (214) 617-9472
Photo of Stephen Chock, Psychologist in 75093, TX
Stephen Chock
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
MY GOAL: to promote mental, physical, & spiritual health for people at each developmental phase of life. Your struggles might include mood disorder or inefficient brain function. My broad-range experience: studied at Ohio State University under top-ranked professors in Counseling Psychology and brain injury. RESIDENCIES: Minneapolis VA hospital; Ohio State's brain injury rehab unit. 17+ years inpatient rehab neuropsychology experience at Baylor Rehab Dallas, Pate Rehab. 1990-95: Christian counseling & neuropsychology at Minirth-Meier Clinic. Adjunct Professor: LPC-level Counseling degree program at Dallas Theological Seminary.
MY GOAL: to promote mental, physical, & spiritual health for people at each developmental phase of life. Your struggles might include mood disorder or inefficient brain function. My broad-range experience: studied at Ohio State University under top-ranked professors in Counseling Psychology and brain injury. RESIDENCIES: Minneapolis VA hospital; Ohio State's brain injury rehab unit. 17+ years inpatient rehab neuropsychology experience at Baylor Rehab Dallas, Pate Rehab. 1990-95: Christian counseling & neuropsychology at Minirth-Meier Clinic. Adjunct Professor: LPC-level Counseling degree program at Dallas Theological Seminary.
(469) 804-7893 View (469) 804-7893
Photo of Peter Thomas, Psychologist in 75093, TX
Peter Thomas
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
Psychotherapy and finding the right therapist can be a challenge. For many, it's finding the right one that provides a comfortable and personable experience. For some it can be tough to open up and get connected. Its those relationships that provide the grounding for effective and helpful treatment. I strive to provide a safe and affirming place to accomplish just that. From there, it can be easier to address and evaluate specific treatments tailored for the individual and provide for a therapeutic experience that you can find valuable and, most importantly, helpful.
Psychotherapy and finding the right therapist can be a challenge. For many, it's finding the right one that provides a comfortable and personable experience. For some it can be tough to open up and get connected. Its those relationships that provide the grounding for effective and helpful treatment. I strive to provide a safe and affirming place to accomplish just that. From there, it can be easier to address and evaluate specific treatments tailored for the individual and provide for a therapeutic experience that you can find valuable and, most importantly, helpful.
(469) 814-8322 View (469) 814-8322
Photo of Todd Gjerdevig, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 75093, TX
Todd Gjerdevig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
It is a natural part of the human experience to go through difficult times at some point in our lives. We all may benefit from asking for and accepting help while having a crisis or staying stuck. if I am not able to help you, I will refer you to someone who is the right fit for you.
It is a natural part of the human experience to go through difficult times at some point in our lives. We all may benefit from asking for and accepting help while having a crisis or staying stuck. if I am not able to help you, I will refer you to someone who is the right fit for you.
(682) 463-1420 View (682) 463-1420
Photo of Nirav Shah, Licensed Professional Counselor in 75093, TX
Nirav Shah
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
My focus as a counselor is creating a safe, nonjudgmental space in which clients can grow. Viktor Frankl Once Said “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” My goal is working in a collaborative effort and help clients achieve this power to be able to grow. I believe in meeting the client where you are at in your journey. I focus on using a warm and empathic approach and I focus on building a strong rapport that supports change.
My focus as a counselor is creating a safe, nonjudgmental space in which clients can grow. Viktor Frankl Once Said “Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” My goal is working in a collaborative effort and help clients achieve this power to be able to grow. I believe in meeting the client where you are at in your journey. I focus on using a warm and empathic approach and I focus on building a strong rapport that supports change.
(972) 236-5820 View (972) 236-5820
Photo of Steven R. Scott, Licensed Professional Counselor in 75093, TX
Steven R. Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plano, TX 75093
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
Welcome to the practice of Steven R. Scott. Steven works with a large variety of people by providing individual psychotherapy, family and marital counseling, premarital counseling, grief resolution, teen counseling, and group therapy. Steven's goal is to make your therapeutic experience as fulfilling as possible. His solutions focused approach helps people reach their goals as efficiently as possible. Steven has over twenty years of experience, which allows him to be able to customize a treatment plan that will suit your needs. Steven now offers office hours as well as phone and video sessions. Call today for a consultation.
(972) 380-1842 View (972) 380-1842
Photo of Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC, Licensed Professional Counselor in 75093, TX
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Plano, TX 75093
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
Lifeworks Counseling Center, PLLC has been in business since 1992. We provide therapy for ages 4 and up. We have 9 therapists (LPC, LMFT, LCSW) who provide counseling for almost any emotional/mental/spiritual challenge people face in today's culture. We have therapists on most major insurance and EAP panels and also work with private pay clients as well.
(972) 435-0231 View (972) 435-0231
Drug Abuse 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.