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Glory Ann Zapata
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33189
My name is Glory Ann Zapata and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Miami, Florida and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns and diagnoses including depression, stress and anxiety, LGBTQ-related issues, trauma, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, homelessness, bipolar disorders, HIV and STD's, tobacco, substance and alcohol use, relationship issues, self-esteem, chronic pain and career counseling.
My name is Glory Ann Zapata and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) based in Miami, Florida and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns and diagnoses including depression, stress and anxiety, LGBTQ-related issues, trauma, schizophrenia spectrum disorder, homelessness, bipolar disorders, HIV and STD's, tobacco, substance and alcohol use, relationship issues, self-esteem, chronic pain and career counseling.
(786) 713-9762 View (786) 713-9762
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Dr. Jeffrey Steen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33131  (Online Only)
Looking for some help managing work stresses, aging, or wellness? Hoping to explore your drug or alcohol use or other addictive behaviors? For two decades, I have been providing therapy focused on collaboration and change. I have experience working with a variety of individuals and communities, primarily men, individuals identifying as LGBTQ+, and people in recovery. I'm a doctoral-educated provider, licensed in the states of Florida and Hawaii.
Looking for some help managing work stresses, aging, or wellness? Hoping to explore your drug or alcohol use or other addictive behaviors? For two decades, I have been providing therapy focused on collaboration and change. I have experience working with a variety of individuals and communities, primarily men, individuals identifying as LGBTQ+, and people in recovery. I'm a doctoral-educated provider, licensed in the states of Florida and Hawaii.
(754) 799-5610 View (754) 799-5610
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Amy K Sapien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33193  (Online Only)
She has years of experience with persons facing health challenges, end of life issues, geriatrics, and alcohol use difficulties.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of depression, trauma and anxiety, unable to break free from the weight of your emotions? Amy Sapien is a 20 Year LCSW therapist, a breast cancer survivor and mom to a childhood cancer survivor, who is here to guide you on a transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. Using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and somatic therapy, Amy specializes in treating depression and anxiety from a holistic perspective. By addressing the mind-body connection, she aims to help you achieve true and lasting healing. Also offering psychedelic integration and in home ketamine in Colorado
She has years of experience with persons facing health challenges, end of life issues, geriatrics, and alcohol use difficulties.
Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of depression, trauma and anxiety, unable to break free from the weight of your emotions? Amy Sapien is a 20 Year LCSW therapist, a breast cancer survivor and mom to a childhood cancer survivor, who is here to guide you on a transformative journey towards healing and self-discovery. Using evidence-based approaches such as CBT and somatic therapy, Amy specializes in treating depression and anxiety from a holistic perspective. By addressing the mind-body connection, she aims to help you achieve true and lasting healing. Also offering psychedelic integration and in home ketamine in Colorado
(720) 896-3024 View (720) 896-3024
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Online Virtual Counselors
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33102  (Online Only)
Our therapist treat many disorders, including but not limited to: Addiction, ADHD, Alcohol use disorder, Gambling addictions, Porn/Internet Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Codependency, Communication issues, Couples counseling, Depression, Divorce & separation, Family issues.
Hello! We are Online Virtual Counselors, a group practice whose providers have over a combined 150 years of experience. We offer online therapy and psychological support in English and Spanish to clients living in New York, New Jersey, Virginia, DC, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts and Maryland. We specialize in working with all childhood disorders, individuals and couples for anxiety, trauma. relationship counseling, addictions, and infidelity. We are committed to providing supportive and highly individualized care for their clients, and helping them navigate times of transition and change within their relationships.
Our therapist treat many disorders, including but not limited to: Addiction, ADHD, Alcohol use disorder, Gambling addictions, Porn/Internet Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Codependency, Communication issues, Couples counseling, Depression, Divorce & separation, Family issues.
Hello! We are Online Virtual Counselors, a group practice whose providers have over a combined 150 years of experience. We offer online therapy and psychological support in English and Spanish to clients living in New York, New Jersey, Virginia, DC, Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts and Maryland. We specialize in working with all childhood disorders, individuals and couples for anxiety, trauma. relationship counseling, addictions, and infidelity. We are committed to providing supportive and highly individualized care for their clients, and helping them navigate times of transition and change within their relationships.
(201) 809-3313 View (201) 809-3313
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Mark Gruber
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33189
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional, and Qualified Supervisor. I have over 20 years of counseling experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, and juvenile delinquents, and over the past several years, I have worked mostly in adult substance abuse treatment. I also identify with and specialize in working with LGBT persons. I am skilled at treating anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and career and relationship issues as well.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Certified Addiction Professional, and Qualified Supervisor. I have over 20 years of counseling experience working with diverse populations including at-risk youth, and juvenile delinquents, and over the past several years, I have worked mostly in adult substance abuse treatment. I also identify with and specialize in working with LGBT persons. I am skilled at treating anxiety, depression, family of origin issues, and career and relationship issues as well.
(786) 882-8707 View (786) 882-8707
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Ally Nektalov
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33132
I am a therapist/drug counselor/dating coach that is warm and caring. I start with developing an authentic relationship, then proceed to processing your feelings and thoughts with added behavioral tools. Helping you feel accepted, understood, and supported so we can explore and organize experiences and create new ways of coping. My practice is focused on treating young adults who may be facing challenges in their personal, social, or dating life. Therapy is one way of helping yourself not only with discovering the root causes of your behavior, but also to identify one's truth and inner reality.
I am a therapist/drug counselor/dating coach that is warm and caring. I start with developing an authentic relationship, then proceed to processing your feelings and thoughts with added behavioral tools. Helping you feel accepted, understood, and supported so we can explore and organize experiences and create new ways of coping. My practice is focused on treating young adults who may be facing challenges in their personal, social, or dating life. Therapy is one way of helping yourself not only with discovering the root causes of your behavior, but also to identify one's truth and inner reality.
(917) 920-5428 View (917) 920-5428
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Recovery Awareness LLC
Counselor, LMHC, MCAP, SAP, SAE
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33130
An ideal client recognizes their substance use has become problematic and is motivated to make positive changes. They may face physical, emotional, and interpersonal issues and feel overwhelmed. Services they may require include diagnosis, counseling, group therapy, and referrals for additional resources. Their goals may include abstinence, physical/mental health improvement, relationship repair, and healthy coping strategies. Motivations for seeking help vary, but clients must have a desire for a fulfilling life free from negative consequences of substance abuse. Support and empowerment are essential in the journey to recovery.
An ideal client recognizes their substance use has become problematic and is motivated to make positive changes. They may face physical, emotional, and interpersonal issues and feel overwhelmed. Services they may require include diagnosis, counseling, group therapy, and referrals for additional resources. Their goals may include abstinence, physical/mental health improvement, relationship repair, and healthy coping strategies. Motivations for seeking help vary, but clients must have a desire for a fulfilling life free from negative consequences of substance abuse. Support and empowerment are essential in the journey to recovery.
(352) 415-2472 View (352) 415-2472
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Equilibrium, Centro Terapéutico
Counselor, MS, LMHC, CAP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33135
I believe that everyone has the power within to improve their quality of life, with the appropriate guidance. My vision is to lend that guidance and help others mend emotional wounds and enrich their lives. I worked at South Miami Hospital's Addiction Treatment Program helping clients struggling with addiction, codependency and mental health issues for over 14 rewarding years. I assist clients in resolving their relationship difficulties by overcoming childhood issues, developing techniques to improve self-esteem and implementing assertiveness.
I believe that everyone has the power within to improve their quality of life, with the appropriate guidance. My vision is to lend that guidance and help others mend emotional wounds and enrich their lives. I worked at South Miami Hospital's Addiction Treatment Program helping clients struggling with addiction, codependency and mental health issues for over 14 rewarding years. I assist clients in resolving their relationship difficulties by overcoming childhood issues, developing techniques to improve self-esteem and implementing assertiveness.
(305) 999-5251 View (305) 999-5251
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Wilson Bezerra Flanders
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33144  (Online Only)
My ideal client would be someone is interested to improve his/her thinking, emotional state and general functioning. My ideal client would also be someone who is open and motivated for change and to become the best version him/herself them/themselves.
My ideal client would be someone is interested to improve his/her thinking, emotional state and general functioning. My ideal client would also be someone who is open and motivated for change and to become the best version him/herself them/themselves.
(415) 965-0931 View (415) 965-0931
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Caron Helfner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33149
Ms. Helfner is a licensed clinical social worker. She received her BSW from Florida International University. She received her Master’s in clinical social work at Barry University. She went on to complete an MS in Family therapy working towards her PH. D at Nova University. She completed an additional certification as a Master certified Addictions Professional (MCAP) as well as a Clinical fellow in marriage and family therapy. She has over 30 years of clinical experience working with Individuals, couples, teens, LGBTQ, and families. She specializes in Co-occurring disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, and addiction.
Ms. Helfner is a licensed clinical social worker. She received her BSW from Florida International University. She received her Master’s in clinical social work at Barry University. She went on to complete an MS in Family therapy working towards her PH. D at Nova University. She completed an additional certification as a Master certified Addictions Professional (MCAP) as well as a Clinical fellow in marriage and family therapy. She has over 30 years of clinical experience working with Individuals, couples, teens, LGBTQ, and families. She specializes in Co-occurring disorders, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, and addiction.
(305) 487-8406 View (305) 487-8406
Photo of Michelle Robin Gould, Counselor in Miami, FL
Michelle Robin Gould
Counselor, LMHC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33156  (Online Only)
I specialize in three types of clients - adults who live in a constant state of WTF-can-go-wrong-next and want to feel more in control of their lives, professionals who feel trapped in unsatisfying relationships or jobs, and individuals who want to figure out how to deal with feeling uncomfortable without relying on alcohol or other drugs. Whether you’re struggling to be heard, tired of waking up with dread, or frustrated with coping tools that haven’t worked, I’m ready to support you, laugh with you, challenge you, be honest with you, and believe in you.
I specialize in three types of clients - adults who live in a constant state of WTF-can-go-wrong-next and want to feel more in control of their lives, professionals who feel trapped in unsatisfying relationships or jobs, and individuals who want to figure out how to deal with feeling uncomfortable without relying on alcohol or other drugs. Whether you’re struggling to be heard, tired of waking up with dread, or frustrated with coping tools that haven’t worked, I’m ready to support you, laugh with you, challenge you, be honest with you, and believe in you.
(561) 769-4915 View (561) 769-4915
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Melissa Brinson, Psychotherapy and Counseling Svs
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC-S, LCAS, CCS, BC-TMHC, CSAT- C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33101  (Online Only)
Mental illness and addiction do not discriminate. They provide complex difficulties for the patients and their loved ones. I am specializing in treatment for Sex Addiction for either the individual with addiction or their partner. Treatment is not billed under insurance which ensures your privacy. Additional services includes support for fatherless daughters, individuals suffering with depression, trauma, and anxiety. I also offer clinical supervision for individuals with provisional licenses for both Mental Health (LCMHC-A) and Addiction (LCAS-A).
Mental illness and addiction do not discriminate. They provide complex difficulties for the patients and their loved ones. I am specializing in treatment for Sex Addiction for either the individual with addiction or their partner. Treatment is not billed under insurance which ensures your privacy. Additional services includes support for fatherless daughters, individuals suffering with depression, trauma, and anxiety. I also offer clinical supervision for individuals with provisional licenses for both Mental Health (LCMHC-A) and Addiction (LCAS-A).
(984) 459-8070 View (984) 459-8070
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Andrea Connell
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33179  (Online Only)
With a compassionate heart and evidence-based strategies, I have a rich history of helping children with autism build social skills and emotional resilience. My commitment extends to nurturing stronger bonds through family, couples, and marriage counseling, where communication and connection are rekindled. You deserve a vibrant life—a life where each morning brings a renewed sense of hope and excitement. Together, we can unlock the profound mysteries of your mind and navigate the complexities of your world with insightful, empathetic guidance. Let's begin your unique journey towards a fulfilling and joyful existence.
With a compassionate heart and evidence-based strategies, I have a rich history of helping children with autism build social skills and emotional resilience. My commitment extends to nurturing stronger bonds through family, couples, and marriage counseling, where communication and connection are rekindled. You deserve a vibrant life—a life where each morning brings a renewed sense of hope and excitement. Together, we can unlock the profound mysteries of your mind and navigate the complexities of your world with insightful, empathetic guidance. Let's begin your unique journey towards a fulfilling and joyful existence.
(954) 866-8218 View (954) 866-8218
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Bridget Elizabeth Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33156
I am an LCSW with a history working with various populations, including youth, adults, and seniors. I specialize in helping those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, addictions, and adjustment issues. My goal is to clients feel empowered to make adjustments to live a more fulfilling life.
I am an LCSW with a history working with various populations, including youth, adults, and seniors. I specialize in helping those who are experiencing depression, anxiety, addictions, and adjustment issues. My goal is to clients feel empowered to make adjustments to live a more fulfilling life.
(786) 638-8155 View (786) 638-8155
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Althea Sawyers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCHt
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33179  (Online Only)
It is amazing sometimes how we can get stuck in feelings and experiences of the past that negatively haunts and influences our decisions and actions of today! My mission is to help you discover, learn, and implement ways to manage and overcome these negative feelings and limiting beliefs caused by anxiety, depression, relationship, and trauma-related issues, so that you may be empowered to be and to live out the best version of yourself. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, my goal is to help you identify and accomplish the means to your healthy and positive desired outcome. Call today if you're ready for a change!
It is amazing sometimes how we can get stuck in feelings and experiences of the past that negatively haunts and influences our decisions and actions of today! My mission is to help you discover, learn, and implement ways to manage and overcome these negative feelings and limiting beliefs caused by anxiety, depression, relationship, and trauma-related issues, so that you may be empowered to be and to live out the best version of yourself. Using an eclectic therapeutic approach, my goal is to help you identify and accomplish the means to your healthy and positive desired outcome. Call today if you're ready for a change!
(786) 840-9918 View (786) 840-9918
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Vivianne J Arriola
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33137
The work I do and journey I assist my clients on takes a holistic approach to tailor specific needs by combining different modalities to manage symptoms and promote healing. I work with all ages. I've gained significant experience in family/child welfare and foster care; abuse; domestic violence; neglect; PTSD; developmental disabilities; ASD; ADHD; parent training; systemic family therapy; substance abuse; depression; anxiety; bipolar; co-morbidity; and narcissistic personality disorder. I also examined the benefits of using mindfulness techniques during sport performances in order to achieve one's optimal potential.
The work I do and journey I assist my clients on takes a holistic approach to tailor specific needs by combining different modalities to manage symptoms and promote healing. I work with all ages. I've gained significant experience in family/child welfare and foster care; abuse; domestic violence; neglect; PTSD; developmental disabilities; ASD; ADHD; parent training; systemic family therapy; substance abuse; depression; anxiety; bipolar; co-morbidity; and narcissistic personality disorder. I also examined the benefits of using mindfulness techniques during sport performances in order to achieve one's optimal potential.
(786) 460-5725 View (786) 460-5725
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Paragon Psychological Services Corp
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33173
My approach is neurodiversity affirming. My role as an evaluator is to listen, understand, & accept a client's lived experience & help identify their struggles, as well as identifying their strengths and aspirations. The evaluation process is a collaborative one in which clients, regardless of age (youths get to be truly heard), have an opportunity to share experiences without time constraints & without having to be viewed solely through a set of test data & questionnaires. While these tools can help clients communicate concerns, test data alone is not the best method in truly understanding one's unique experiences & circumstances.
My approach is neurodiversity affirming. My role as an evaluator is to listen, understand, & accept a client's lived experience & help identify their struggles, as well as identifying their strengths and aspirations. The evaluation process is a collaborative one in which clients, regardless of age (youths get to be truly heard), have an opportunity to share experiences without time constraints & without having to be viewed solely through a set of test data & questionnaires. While these tools can help clients communicate concerns, test data alone is not the best method in truly understanding one's unique experiences & circumstances.
(305) 783-2441 View (305) 783-2441
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Alina Serra
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Not Verified Not Verified
Miami, FL 33165
Through many years of experience and meaningful work with clients, I apply an emphasis on identifying what is holding you back. "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate" - C. Jung.. I work with couples, loss and grief, depression, anxiety/ I also assist college students who are going through radical life transitions such as moving, beginning/ending relationships. You may feel confused, lost, anxious, even at times leaving us feeling alone. Allow me to teach you, new ways, new coping skills do deal with lives challenges.
Through many years of experience and meaningful work with clients, I apply an emphasis on identifying what is holding you back. "Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate" - C. Jung.. I work with couples, loss and grief, depression, anxiety/ I also assist college students who are going through radical life transitions such as moving, beginning/ending relationships. You may feel confused, lost, anxious, even at times leaving us feeling alone. Allow me to teach you, new ways, new coping skills do deal with lives challenges.
(786) 565-4025 View (786) 565-4025
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Cherise Watson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33131
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
Two Chairs was founded in 2017 with a mission to build a world where everyone has access to exceptional mental healthcare. We're creating a better experience for both patients and clinicians by starting with an in-depth, research-backed matching process to ensure the ideal patient-therapist fit, offering hybrid care that gives patients and clinicians flexibility between in-person and virtual sessions, and measuring outcomes to ensure patients get better faster.
(786) 998-5042 View (786) 998-5042
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Dr. Darlise Baron
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-QS, CAP, CHT, CST
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33169
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
Greetings! My name is Dr. Darlise Baron, I am the CEO of Baron Counseling Services LLC. I have been in the field of Social Work for over 23 years. I earned my doctorate degree in Sexology, Licensed clinical social worker, Certified Addiction Professional and a certified Hypnotherapist. In addition, I specialize in hypnosis, anger management, substance abuse, domestic violence, parenting, family issues, relationship concerns, grief counseling and struggles with everyday living. I provide services to Children, Adults, Families, Couples, Veterans, First Responders, LGBTQ+, and Celebrities.
(786) 574-3468 View (786) 574-3468

Alcohol Use Therapists

Are there specific medications for alcohol use?

There are oral medications approved to treat alcohol use disorder—such as disulfiram, acamprosate, and naltrexone, which also comes in an injectable form. These medications do help people reduce their drinking as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone helps reduce cravings, disulfiram can make a person feel sick when they drink, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.

How do alcohol recovery or rehabilitation programs work?

In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other patients in recovery; in outpatient programs,individuals live at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff can also include people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other tools for recovery.

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 alcohol use reduce the amount of alcohol they intake. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.