Substance Use Therapists in 91306
Stephen Finn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
My name is Stephen (Steve) Finn and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Lebec, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents and specialize in anxiety and stress, using a variety of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Seeking Safety to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use disorders.
My name is Stephen (Steve) Finn and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Lebec, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents and specialize in anxiety and stress, using a variety of approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Seeking Safety to help my clients make progress and start feeling better. I have found that my style and approach are a good fit for teens and young adults who may be dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, and substance use disorders.
Joseph G Illovsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
It takes a great deal of courage to admit that you’re facing difficulties, and even greater to take the steps to do something about it. Therapy, takes a great deal of commitment, honesty, and determination to find resolve and peace. Psychotherapy, talk therapy, is not always easy. Some sessions you will leave feeling positive, and other's Not so much. This is part of the process, and it's necessary. Know that you are not going through this alone. I view each working relationship as a partnership working together to find the best resolve for you. I am non-judgmental, accepting, and confidential PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE
It takes a great deal of courage to admit that you’re facing difficulties, and even greater to take the steps to do something about it. Therapy, takes a great deal of commitment, honesty, and determination to find resolve and peace. Psychotherapy, talk therapy, is not always easy. Some sessions you will leave feeling positive, and other's Not so much. This is part of the process, and it's necessary. Know that you are not going through this alone. I view each working relationship as a partnership working together to find the best resolve for you. I am non-judgmental, accepting, and confidential PLEASE LEAVE A MESSAGE
Lori Jespersen
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Welcome. I am Dr. Lori Jespersen PSY28173 - a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years in the field. I work extensively with individuals struggling with addiction, anxiety, and life stressors, though my background spans psych emergency, the CA Prison system, and private practice. I have a special focus on the LGBTQIA+ community and have had the honor of receiving awards for advocacy in this area. I work primarily with adults and emphasize the mental health needs of LGBTQIA + and marginalized populations.
Welcome. I am Dr. Lori Jespersen PSY28173 - a licensed clinical psychologist with 15+ years in the field. I work extensively with individuals struggling with addiction, anxiety, and life stressors, though my background spans psych emergency, the CA Prison system, and private practice. I have a special focus on the LGBTQIA+ community and have had the honor of receiving awards for advocacy in this area. I work primarily with adults and emphasize the mental health needs of LGBTQIA + and marginalized populations.
Diana Yidi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Hello! My name is Diana Yidi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe clients to be the experts in their own lives, and I feel honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them to offer support. I am passionate about supporting clients as they build self-compassion, and experience growth, and healing. I have experience working with all age groups. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and have experience working closely with child abuse related issues and the impact of trauma. I have a special interest in working with teens, transitional-aged youth, and young adults.
Hello! My name is Diana Yidi, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe clients to be the experts in their own lives, and I feel honored to have the privilege of walking alongside them to offer support. I am passionate about supporting clients as they build self-compassion, and experience growth, and healing. I have experience working with all age groups. I am comfortable treating depression, anxiety, life transitions, and have experience working closely with child abuse related issues and the impact of trauma. I have a special interest in working with teens, transitional-aged youth, and young adults.
Ellen A Golding
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306
Ellen Golding is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Relationships, Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment issues,Grief and Substance Abuse/recovery behavioral concerns with children and adolescent, interpersonal awareness.
If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please respond to this email with a brief description of your barriers and concerns. I am located near Woodland Hills and Los Angeles my fee is negotiable and circumstantial.
I look forward to hearing from you. Don't hesitate to get some help - therapy really can work!
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Ellen Golding is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Relationships, Depression, Anxiety, Adjustment issues,Grief and Substance Abuse/recovery behavioral concerns with children and adolescent, interpersonal awareness.
If you are interested in scheduling an appointment, please respond to this email with a brief description of your barriers and concerns. I am located near Woodland Hills and Los Angeles my fee is negotiable and circumstantial.
I look forward to hearing from you. Don't hesitate to get some help - therapy really can work!
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Josephine Majorana
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Canoga Park, CA 91306
My name is Josephine Majorana and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Northern CA working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and have a specific background/training in trauma work, behavioral therapy, non-profit community-based outreach, and hospice/end-of-life planning. I most often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients understand and heal from traumatic experiences in their lives.
My name is Josephine Majorana and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Northern CA working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults of all ages and have a specific background/training in trauma work, behavioral therapy, non-profit community-based outreach, and hospice/end-of-life planning. I most often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and mindfulness-based interventions to help clients understand and heal from traumatic experiences in their lives.
Heather Bryant Bays
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Winnetka, CA 91306 (Online Only)
So much of our happiness boils down to the relationships in our lives; it brings us our greatest joys or our most painful sorrows. Life transitions, both developmental (adolescence, young adults, mid-life) and experiential (cohabitating, marriage, parenting, divorce) can cause unexpected emotional and relational challenges and getting support through these transitions can be hugely beneficial. We all suffer from moments of shame, sadness, loss, confusion, anxiety, insecurity, and fear as we try to move through these developmental stages and life transitions, but you don't have to do it alone.
So much of our happiness boils down to the relationships in our lives; it brings us our greatest joys or our most painful sorrows. Life transitions, both developmental (adolescence, young adults, mid-life) and experiential (cohabitating, marriage, parenting, divorce) can cause unexpected emotional and relational challenges and getting support through these transitions can be hugely beneficial. We all suffer from moments of shame, sadness, loss, confusion, anxiety, insecurity, and fear as we try to move through these developmental stages and life transitions, but you don't have to do it alone.
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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.