Substance Use Therapists in 78701

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Bill Bruzy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MHS, LCDC, PLLC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I've focused my practice on substance use issues and addictive problems in people lives. For years I worked with women in eating disorders treatment utilizing an addictions model. Later I focused on men, and substance use disorders. Problems can stem from using drugs as an unproductive coping skill to a deeper more physiologically based problem. Our first job together is to find what your specific problem looks like and then find a way forward that's suited to your needs. In addition I also offer services evaluating clients for Substance Use Disorders in Family Law and Criminal cases.
I've focused my practice on substance use issues and addictive problems in people lives. For years I worked with women in eating disorders treatment utilizing an addictions model. Later I focused on men, and substance use disorders. Problems can stem from using drugs as an unproductive coping skill to a deeper more physiologically based problem. Our first job together is to find what your specific problem looks like and then find a way forward that's suited to your needs. In addition I also offer services evaluating clients for Substance Use Disorders in Family Law and Criminal cases.
(512) 790-5970 View (512) 790-5970
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Morgan Grace
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, CCTP, EMDR, TCYM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in trauma and dissociation, with additional training in substance use and chronic pain.
Welcome! I work with individuals who are looking to heal from past wounds and find their highest self. With a multidimensional background, I will meet you where you are and we'll explore the barriers that may be preventing you from moving forward. I believe you already have the tools you need. It takes a safe space with which to release the emotional weight and begin to see life with a new perspective. Our work together could be best summarized with the quote "Courage is not the absence of fear; courage is fear walking". It is an honor to help support you in this phase of your journey.
I specialize in trauma and dissociation, with additional training in substance use and chronic pain.
Welcome! I work with individuals who are looking to heal from past wounds and find their highest self. With a multidimensional background, I will meet you where you are and we'll explore the barriers that may be preventing you from moving forward. I believe you already have the tools you need. It takes a safe space with which to release the emotional weight and begin to see life with a new perspective. Our work together could be best summarized with the quote "Courage is not the absence of fear; courage is fear walking". It is an honor to help support you in this phase of your journey.
(507) 509-2169 View (507) 509-2169
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Elizabeth Devine
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Pulling from 20 years in the field, I have specialized experience with relationship dynamics, family therapy, complex emotional wounding and trauma, parent coaching and consulting, children and adolescents, substance use disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, severe mental illness, life transitions, and disordered eating.
Have you tried everything to understand or fix a problem, but it just keeps showing up? I believe complicated problems require complex understanding. I aim to help every client gain greater insight into themselves and the dynamics at play in their life, relationships, and experience. Insight alone can have a powerful and significant impact on progress and is at the heart of my work. However, lasting change often also requires learning and trying new ways of interacting with the world. I offer information, suggestions, and encouragement to assist you in feeling, thinking, and, ultimately, living better.
Pulling from 20 years in the field, I have specialized experience with relationship dynamics, family therapy, complex emotional wounding and trauma, parent coaching and consulting, children and adolescents, substance use disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, severe mental illness, life transitions, and disordered eating.
Have you tried everything to understand or fix a problem, but it just keeps showing up? I believe complicated problems require complex understanding. I aim to help every client gain greater insight into themselves and the dynamics at play in their life, relationships, and experience. Insight alone can have a powerful and significant impact on progress and is at the heart of my work. However, lasting change often also requires learning and trying new ways of interacting with the world. I offer information, suggestions, and encouragement to assist you in feeling, thinking, and, ultimately, living better.
(512) 598-4392 View (512) 598-4392
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Austin RODBT
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
I received my Masters in Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Psychiatric Disorders studies.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist, my approach is a client-centered in order to provide a welcoming, collaborative and empathic environment for clients to gain skills to enjoy their life. I specialize in Radically Open DBT (RODBT), an evidenced-based treatment targeting over-control coping that is linked to social isolation, poor interpersonal functioning, hyper-perfectionism, rigidity, risk aversion, lack of emotional expression, and difficult to treat mental health problems such as obsessive compulsive disorder, restrictive eating disorders, and treatment resistant anxiety and/or depression.
I received my Masters in Social Work at the University of Texas at Austin, specializing in Substance Use Disorders and Co-occurring Psychiatric Disorders studies.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and psychotherapist, my approach is a client-centered in order to provide a welcoming, collaborative and empathic environment for clients to gain skills to enjoy their life. I specialize in Radically Open DBT (RODBT), an evidenced-based treatment targeting over-control coping that is linked to social isolation, poor interpersonal functioning, hyper-perfectionism, rigidity, risk aversion, lack of emotional expression, and difficult to treat mental health problems such as obsessive compulsive disorder, restrictive eating disorders, and treatment resistant anxiety and/or depression.
(512) 640-0868 View (512) 640-0868
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Keith E Hampton
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Areas of focus may include depression, anxiety, dealing with change, substance use recovery, career shifts and searches, spiritual or existential concerns, conflict resolution, relationships, identity, grief, and more.
My goal as a counselor is to offer a safe space for you to be heard, understood, and respected. In addition to counseling and psychotherapy, I have a background in education and performing arts. I enjoy approaching your unique situation in a creative way, in order to help you to meet your goals while gaining new learning and understanding.
Areas of focus may include depression, anxiety, dealing with change, substance use recovery, career shifts and searches, spiritual or existential concerns, conflict resolution, relationships, identity, grief, and more.
My goal as a counselor is to offer a safe space for you to be heard, understood, and respected. In addition to counseling and psychotherapy, I have a background in education and performing arts. I enjoy approaching your unique situation in a creative way, in order to help you to meet your goals while gaining new learning and understanding.
(512) 548-7937 View (512) 548-7937
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Joseph Yoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
Hello there and welcome! I was born in Austin, TX and grew up in a bi-cultural Korean American family. Being raised in an immigrant family, I learned from an early age that life can be a struggle, no matter what your circumstance may be. For the last 13+ years I have dedicated my life to serving those with severe mental illness, co-occurring substance use, and trauma and I have come to believe that there is inherent worth and strength in all of us. I aim to provide a safe space, free of judgment, where we can share, learn, and nourish your unique strengths. I hope that, together, we can find your voice and celebrate your worth.
Hello there and welcome! I was born in Austin, TX and grew up in a bi-cultural Korean American family. Being raised in an immigrant family, I learned from an early age that life can be a struggle, no matter what your circumstance may be. For the last 13+ years I have dedicated my life to serving those with severe mental illness, co-occurring substance use, and trauma and I have come to believe that there is inherent worth and strength in all of us. I aim to provide a safe space, free of judgment, where we can share, learn, and nourish your unique strengths. I hope that, together, we can find your voice and celebrate your worth.
(512) 229-9612 View (512) 229-9612
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Jill Niemtschk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Jill is equipped to help those who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma-related disorders.
Jill is equipped to help those who struggle with substance use, anxiety, depression, grief, and trauma-related disorders.
(737) 374-8803 View (737) 374-8803
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Christina Zamaniego
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I have extensive experience in helping anyone with a range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral problems, substance use/abuse, self-esteem, sexual addictions, healthy boundaries, stress, and more.
Hello and welcome. Are you struggling on this life journey? Are you looking for help from someone who will listen without judgement? Do the problems seem to overwhelm your life? My name is Christina and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years experience. We will work together to see what your needs are and create a plan that fits your goals. If you have life challenges that are creating chaos, let's see if we can work together to build a better, stronger, and mentally healthier you. Let's talk it over, I’m here to help. I speak English and Spanish fluently.
I have extensive experience in helping anyone with a range of issues, including: anxiety, depression, anger management, behavioral problems, substance use/abuse, self-esteem, sexual addictions, healthy boundaries, stress, and more.
Hello and welcome. Are you struggling on this life journey? Are you looking for help from someone who will listen without judgement? Do the problems seem to overwhelm your life? My name is Christina and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 12 years experience. We will work together to see what your needs are and create a plan that fits your goals. If you have life challenges that are creating chaos, let's see if we can work together to build a better, stronger, and mentally healthier you. Let's talk it over, I’m here to help. I speak English and Spanish fluently.
(817) 934-1387 View (817) 934-1387
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Megan Yale
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S, LCDC, CCST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Most of my experience since 2009 has been with groups, adults, and adolescents with self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Hello and welcome to therapy! Emotions such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger can keep us stuck in negative situations and from progressing in our career and relationships. The first step to change is awareness. Speaking with a compassionate and competent professional can help you unlock your potential toward a more genuine version of you. I work from a client-centered counseling perspective, meaning that I approach the therapeutic relationship warmly, genuinely, and without judgment. My approach is to team with you to identify goals and help you create meaningful techniques that will assist you in reaching your goals.
Most of my experience since 2009 has been with groups, adults, and adolescents with self-harming behaviors, relationship issues, behavioral issues, anxiety, depression, and substance use disorders.
Hello and welcome to therapy! Emotions such as anxiety, fear, sadness, and anger can keep us stuck in negative situations and from progressing in our career and relationships. The first step to change is awareness. Speaking with a compassionate and competent professional can help you unlock your potential toward a more genuine version of you. I work from a client-centered counseling perspective, meaning that I approach the therapeutic relationship warmly, genuinely, and without judgment. My approach is to team with you to identify goals and help you create meaningful techniques that will assist you in reaching your goals.
(512) 270-2309 View (512) 270-2309
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Hiba Alkhadra
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I have experience working in an inpatient hospital and community health agency working with clients struggling with mental health and substance use disorders.
Reaching out for help isn’t always easy but it’s the first step in change towards leading a life that feels authentic to you. I believe that change happens through insight, by learning how our experiences impact the way we view the world and ourselves. It is important to me to build a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship to help you gain that insight and work on your goals.
I have experience working in an inpatient hospital and community health agency working with clients struggling with mental health and substance use disorders.
Reaching out for help isn’t always easy but it’s the first step in change towards leading a life that feels authentic to you. I believe that change happens through insight, by learning how our experiences impact the way we view the world and ourselves. It is important to me to build a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship to help you gain that insight and work on your goals.
(972) 433-7442 View (972) 433-7442
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Alvina Anantram
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I use evidence-based interventions to address concerns related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity issues, self-esteem, trauma, relationship issues, stress management, school related challenges, bullying, substance use, and family conflict.
As difficult as life may seem at times, I aim to help my clients feel as if they don't have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and culturally-sensitive safe space for my clients. I empower clients on their healing and self-growth journey by truly allowing them to feel heard and accepted. My goal is to help individuals regain control over their mental well-being, and together in a supportive therapeutic space, we can accomplish exactly that. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and races.
I use evidence-based interventions to address concerns related to anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity issues, self-esteem, trauma, relationship issues, stress management, school related challenges, bullying, substance use, and family conflict.
As difficult as life may seem at times, I aim to help my clients feel as if they don't have to go through it alone. I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and culturally-sensitive safe space for my clients. I empower clients on their healing and self-growth journey by truly allowing them to feel heard and accepted. My goal is to help individuals regain control over their mental well-being, and together in a supportive therapeutic space, we can accomplish exactly that. I provide therapy to adolescents and adults from a variety of cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities, and races.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Lauren Tepfer
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
I am passionate about breaking the stigma of vulnerability and reframing it as a sign of strength. Therefore, I invite my clients to take a step closer to becoming more comfortable with vulnerability. I understand that, while the past has shaped all of us and helps to explain who each person is today, I believes that each person still has the power to choose how their past experiences can help them thrive in the present and the future, and I am committed to helping my clients do just that. I also help clients build a more secure relationship with themself in order to connect with others in a more purposeful manner.
I am passionate about breaking the stigma of vulnerability and reframing it as a sign of strength. Therefore, I invite my clients to take a step closer to becoming more comfortable with vulnerability. I understand that, while the past has shaped all of us and helps to explain who each person is today, I believes that each person still has the power to choose how their past experiences can help them thrive in the present and the future, and I am committed to helping my clients do just that. I also help clients build a more secure relationship with themself in order to connect with others in a more purposeful manner.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Jody Hatch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701  (Online Only)
Clients present with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and relationship issues to name a few. Everyone experiences emotional ups and downs, successes and failures. However, when one is stuck in the "downs" and the "failures" we may feel overwhelmed, anxious & depressed. Often one turns to unhealthy coping such as alcohol and drugs, eating, compulsive behaviors - shopping and exercising, isolation or avoidance. Untangling the unique threads of your life; and understanding how they affect you can be the beginning to feeling more in charge and living according to your values and desires.
Clients present with many concerns, including depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and relationship issues to name a few. Everyone experiences emotional ups and downs, successes and failures. However, when one is stuck in the "downs" and the "failures" we may feel overwhelmed, anxious & depressed. Often one turns to unhealthy coping such as alcohol and drugs, eating, compulsive behaviors - shopping and exercising, isolation or avoidance. Untangling the unique threads of your life; and understanding how they affect you can be the beginning to feeling more in charge and living according to your values and desires.
(512) 645-1558 View (512) 645-1558
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Granyon Perry-Wooden
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
​ I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). I have worked closely with adults, children and families in need of social services for the past 24 years. Professionally, I advise and counsel parents, teens, various spiritual organizations, and agencies regarding mental, and spiritual health. My philosophy is that everyone, regardless of age, culture, identity, and economic background, has the ability to be their best self. In our sessions we will explore your experiences good bad or indifferent that make you live the best life for you!
​ I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). I have worked closely with adults, children and families in need of social services for the past 24 years. Professionally, I advise and counsel parents, teens, various spiritual organizations, and agencies regarding mental, and spiritual health. My philosophy is that everyone, regardless of age, culture, identity, and economic background, has the ability to be their best self. In our sessions we will explore your experiences good bad or indifferent that make you live the best life for you!
(512) 961-4677 View (512) 961-4677
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Full Circle Connection, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Relationships are what fulfill us most. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself, as it lays the foundation for all other relationships in your life. As a therapist, I understand that the path to a fulfilling life starts from within. Therapy is a deeply personal process that has the potential to completely transform how you view the world around you. Change is possible. My mission is to help you understand the problems you are facing and to find meaningful solutions that work best for you.
Relationships are what fulfill us most. The most important relationship is the one you have with yourself, as it lays the foundation for all other relationships in your life. As a therapist, I understand that the path to a fulfilling life starts from within. Therapy is a deeply personal process that has the potential to completely transform how you view the world around you. Change is possible. My mission is to help you understand the problems you are facing and to find meaningful solutions that work best for you.
(512) 969-2205 View (512) 969-2205
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Restoration House Texas
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, EdD, LPCA, LCDC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
At Restoration House Texas, our goal is to challenge and empower individuals in order to promote healing. Our therapists specialize in meeting people where they are and holistically allowing them to elevate to where they wish to be.
(254) 274-3575 View (254) 274-3575
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Amanda Cartwright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Waitlist for new clients
Life is inevitably composed of episodes of change. From new experiences and life events to trauma and loss, transitions in life challenge ones' emotional balance. When first entering therapy I believe that it is natural to be unable to identify all of these feelings. Often you may only know that “something is off”. My goal is to sit with you through uncertainty and walk with you through the process of self-exploration and healing.
Life is inevitably composed of episodes of change. From new experiences and life events to trauma and loss, transitions in life challenge ones' emotional balance. When first entering therapy I believe that it is natural to be unable to identify all of these feelings. Often you may only know that “something is off”. My goal is to sit with you through uncertainty and walk with you through the process of self-exploration and healing.
(512) 265-8859 View (512) 265-8859
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Ali Putnam
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78701
Are you seeking help to work through relationship issues? Do you feel unable to communicate with your partner or other people in your life? Do you feel something is missing from your life or relationship?
Are you seeking help to work through relationship issues? Do you feel unable to communicate with your partner or other people in your life? Do you feel something is missing from your life or relationship?
(512) 865-4877 View (512) 865-4877
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Margery Segal
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RSMT, IDME, PPN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Things aren't working inside of you. You may have put together a fairly decent life but on the inside, you aren't enjoying it. You may be more and more uncomfortable in your body. You know the "right" things to do but they don't seem to get to the heart of the problem. You may even have tried therapy before without it truly helping. It may not have gone deep enough. You are probably experiencing early developmental trauma that was never properly addressed. Early developmental trauma patterns have a way of resurfacing in times of crisis and change.
Things aren't working inside of you. You may have put together a fairly decent life but on the inside, you aren't enjoying it. You may be more and more uncomfortable in your body. You know the "right" things to do but they don't seem to get to the heart of the problem. You may even have tried therapy before without it truly helping. It may not have gone deep enough. You are probably experiencing early developmental trauma that was never properly addressed. Early developmental trauma patterns have a way of resurfacing in times of crisis and change.
(802) 529-4732 View (802) 529-4732
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Grace Dowd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
Are you seeking inner peace and looking to make the first step towards feeling better? I work with teens and adults of all backgrounds and seek to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space for each client. Together, we will work to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors that hinder you from creating a fulfilling and satisfying life. I meet you where you are and help you build the necessary skills to enhance your emotional health and improve your interpersonal relationships.
Are you seeking inner peace and looking to make the first step towards feeling better? I work with teens and adults of all backgrounds and seek to create a warm, safe, and nonjudgmental space for each client. Together, we will work to identify unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviors that hinder you from creating a fulfilling and satisfying life. I meet you where you are and help you build the necessary skills to enhance your emotional health and improve your interpersonal relationships.
(512) 229-9880 View (512) 229-9880
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.