Alcohol Use Therapists in Castro Valley, CA
You want to feel better. You're tired of being anxious, depressed, drinking too much and ashamed of yourself. You can deal with your issues and move forward. Often it doesn't have to take years for deep change to occur. Together, we can work through your core pain, so that you can get on with your life. I am accepting, validating, challenging (when needed) and like to laugh. I can be a guide in your journey to having a better life.
You want to feel better. You're tired of being anxious, depressed, drinking too much and ashamed of yourself. You can deal with your issues and move forward. Often it doesn't have to take years for deep change to occur. Together, we can work through your core pain, so that you can get on with your life. I am accepting, validating, challenging (when needed) and like to laugh. I can be a guide in your journey to having a better life.
Jocelyn Martin
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT
Castro Valley, CA 94546
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I offer general psychotherapy services catering to various stages of life - children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, humanistic, and strengths-based, carefully considering your unique social and cultural context. In addressing addiction, I advocate for and practice a harm-reduction approach. My clinical interests and experience include working with addiction, anxiety, depression, family dynamics, neurodivergence, and grief. In my work with couples and families, I focus on enhancing connections, improving communication and conflict resolution, and fostering healthier dynamics.
I offer general psychotherapy services catering to various stages of life - children, teens, adults, couples, and families. My approach is client-centered, humanistic, and strengths-based, carefully considering your unique social and cultural context. In addressing addiction, I advocate for and practice a harm-reduction approach. My clinical interests and experience include working with addiction, anxiety, depression, family dynamics, neurodivergence, and grief. In my work with couples and families, I focus on enhancing connections, improving communication and conflict resolution, and fostering healthier dynamics.
I am passionate about helping my clients achieve personal growth and mental well-being. I offer tailored therapy sessions designed to meet you where you are. I provide a compassionate and effective approach to help you navigate life's challenges.
I believe in the transformative power of therapy to bring about positive change. I understand that change is hard, and together, we will create goals that feel real and attainable, actively working hand-in-hand to achieve them.
I am passionate about helping my clients achieve personal growth and mental well-being. I offer tailored therapy sessions designed to meet you where you are. I provide a compassionate and effective approach to help you navigate life's challenges.
I believe in the transformative power of therapy to bring about positive change. I understand that change is hard, and together, we will create goals that feel real and attainable, actively working hand-in-hand to achieve them.
Dealing with depression, anxiety or stress can be overwhelming — it isn’t easy to do. Every one experiences “ups and downs” in life but some “downs” can be more problematic than others. Let me help you. I offer compassionate and honest help for: repetitive relationship problems, difficult with emotional intimacy or closeness, problems at work or school, periods of marked depression or anxiety, over-consumption of alcohol or drugs, compulsive or addictive use of a computer, phone, tv, shopping, food, exercise, work or obsessive thinking and vulnerability to self injurious or self-sabotaging behaviors.
Dealing with depression, anxiety or stress can be overwhelming — it isn’t easy to do. Every one experiences “ups and downs” in life but some “downs” can be more problematic than others. Let me help you. I offer compassionate and honest help for: repetitive relationship problems, difficult with emotional intimacy or closeness, problems at work or school, periods of marked depression or anxiety, over-consumption of alcohol or drugs, compulsive or addictive use of a computer, phone, tv, shopping, food, exercise, work or obsessive thinking and vulnerability to self injurious or self-sabotaging behaviors.
I am committed to collaboratively working with you in a safe environment to provide support in your endeavor toward a solution to your unique and special needs. I provide therapy to families and couples, as well as individual teens and adults. I assist clients in dealing with stress of illness, cultural and life transitions, personal growth and development, and relationships.
I am committed to collaboratively working with you in a safe environment to provide support in your endeavor toward a solution to your unique and special needs. I provide therapy to families and couples, as well as individual teens and adults. I assist clients in dealing with stress of illness, cultural and life transitions, personal growth and development, and relationships.
I work with individuals of all genders who are over 18. I tend to be interactive and collaborative; I provide a warm & supportive environment to help my clients achieve positive changes in their lives. I am non-judgmental and open minded. I create an individual treatment plan and approach for each client based on each person's needs and preferences. I am Certified in EMDR which means I have advanced training in this modality (beyond basic training). EMDR is used to re-process traumatic memories, and it can be applied to other things as well. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
I work with individuals of all genders who are over 18. I tend to be interactive and collaborative; I provide a warm & supportive environment to help my clients achieve positive changes in their lives. I am non-judgmental and open minded. I create an individual treatment plan and approach for each client based on each person's needs and preferences. I am Certified in EMDR which means I have advanced training in this modality (beyond basic training). EMDR is used to re-process traumatic memories, and it can be applied to other things as well. I enjoy working with people from all walks of life. I am an LGBTQ+ ally.
I specialize in relationship issues with over 30 years of clinical experience. I provide compassionate care when you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. I work on shifting problematic thoughts and behaviors.
I specialize in relationship issues with over 30 years of clinical experience. I provide compassionate care when you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression, or feeling stuck. I work on shifting problematic thoughts and behaviors.
Wherever you are in your journey to a fuller self, I appreciate and admire your courage in seeking help. Whether you're looking for support for yourself or your family, I am here to help you find new ways to manage your emotions, deal with stressful relationships or transitions, and overcome grief and trauma. Whether your concerns are manifesting as anxiety, stress, depression, or substance use issues, there is a different way forward than continuing to push through. I work with men of color who are managing intersectional stress, as well as clients from all backgrounds, including individual adults, teens, parents, and families.
Wherever you are in your journey to a fuller self, I appreciate and admire your courage in seeking help. Whether you're looking for support for yourself or your family, I am here to help you find new ways to manage your emotions, deal with stressful relationships or transitions, and overcome grief and trauma. Whether your concerns are manifesting as anxiety, stress, depression, or substance use issues, there is a different way forward than continuing to push through. I work with men of color who are managing intersectional stress, as well as clients from all backgrounds, including individual adults, teens, parents, and families.
I am an open-minded therapist who isn’t quick to judge and who understands everyone has baggage they must carry and at times that baggage gets hard to carry alone. Let me help you carry your load. My life philosophy & treatment philosophy overlap in that I firmly believe you shouldn’t judge anyone because who are we to judge considering we all have struggles and difficulties we endure. We are all here to serve a purpose. I became a mental health professional to support others through life’s challenging times or when they are stuck.
I am an open-minded therapist who isn’t quick to judge and who understands everyone has baggage they must carry and at times that baggage gets hard to carry alone. Let me help you carry your load. My life philosophy & treatment philosophy overlap in that I firmly believe you shouldn’t judge anyone because who are we to judge considering we all have struggles and difficulties we endure. We are all here to serve a purpose. I became a mental health professional to support others through life’s challenging times or when they are stuck.
Marc Anthony Campos-Pantoja
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, LCSW, PhD, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Accepting New Clients. I am able to provide both psychological evaluations for different conditions like ADHD, Autism immigration. As well, I provide therapy/counseling. Licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience. I welcome the opportunity to work together in helping you navigate this journey. We will develop a trusting relationship to help you work on addressing your concerns. We will work as a team to help you. My advanced training in public health allows a holistic approach. In order to better meet the needs of those I’m working with I’m currently pursuing my second license as a clinical psychologist.
Accepting New Clients. I am able to provide both psychological evaluations for different conditions like ADHD, Autism immigration. As well, I provide therapy/counseling. Licensed therapist with over 15 years of experience. I welcome the opportunity to work together in helping you navigate this journey. We will develop a trusting relationship to help you work on addressing your concerns. We will work as a team to help you. My advanced training in public health allows a holistic approach. In order to better meet the needs of those I’m working with I’m currently pursuing my second license as a clinical psychologist.
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I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), based in California. I specialize in providing services to clients seeking support related to substance use and co-occurring anxiety, mood disorders, and psychosis. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Relapse Prevention and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to empower clients to make lasting changes and find practical solutions. I am committed to providing a supportive and collaborative space for individuals to gain insight and achieve personal growth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), based in California. I specialize in providing services to clients seeking support related to substance use and co-occurring anxiety, mood disorders, and psychosis. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Relapse Prevention and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to empower clients to make lasting changes and find practical solutions. I am committed to providing a supportive and collaborative space for individuals to gain insight and achieve personal growth.
Life comes with many challenges and uncertainties. At times these challenges can create some imbalance for all of us. I provide a warm, caring and sensitive place, giving my clients the space to explore ways in which to navigate life’s joys, disappointments and challenges. I work alongside you to explore the impact these challenges place on your life and work together to identify your goals that will help you regain balance and improve your mental and physical well-being. After a career in international business I made the transition to counseling, which has provided me unique insight and firsthand experience with changes
Life comes with many challenges and uncertainties. At times these challenges can create some imbalance for all of us. I provide a warm, caring and sensitive place, giving my clients the space to explore ways in which to navigate life’s joys, disappointments and challenges. I work alongside you to explore the impact these challenges place on your life and work together to identify your goals that will help you regain balance and improve your mental and physical well-being. After a career in international business I made the transition to counseling, which has provided me unique insight and firsthand experience with changes
I believe that feeling safe is the most necessary factor for us to create change in our lives. Each of us deserves to feel valued for who we are. Often our life experiences, beginning in childhood, have convinced us we are undeserving of happiness and good things. How can we create the life we long for if we don't believe we deserve it? Sometimes it is necessary to unlearn some of the distorted messages that came out of childhood. I can help you uncover what is in your way and help you to heal.
I believe that feeling safe is the most necessary factor for us to create change in our lives. Each of us deserves to feel valued for who we are. Often our life experiences, beginning in childhood, have convinced us we are undeserving of happiness and good things. How can we create the life we long for if we don't believe we deserve it? Sometimes it is necessary to unlearn some of the distorted messages that came out of childhood. I can help you uncover what is in your way and help you to heal.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders and substance misuse. Often people I work with feel isolated and stuck in their experience. Most of my clients want to change habits or ways of thinking that they have outgrown or would like to outgrow. I incorporate evidence-based treatments clients can use in and outside of therapy. The modalities I use include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma, Harm Reduction and mindfulness practices.
I enjoy seeing clients in person in my office and also offer walking sessions as well as virtual sessions.
I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, eating disorders and substance misuse. Often people I work with feel isolated and stuck in their experience. Most of my clients want to change habits or ways of thinking that they have outgrown or would like to outgrow. I incorporate evidence-based treatments clients can use in and outside of therapy. The modalities I use include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy for trauma, Harm Reduction and mindfulness practices.
I enjoy seeing clients in person in my office and also offer walking sessions as well as virtual sessions.
Hello! I am Dr. Jeff Schmidt. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, constant worry anger issues, chronic pain problems and relationship issues. I work with a variety of clients ranging from the age of 18 to 85.
Hello! I am Dr. Jeff Schmidt. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, constant worry anger issues, chronic pain problems and relationship issues. I work with a variety of clients ranging from the age of 18 to 85.
Many of our clients are professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of an in home Detox plan. Personalized Recovery offers an affordable alternative to inpatient treatment with upscale amenities. Our treatment team always maintains your confidentiality while keeping you as safe and comfortable as possible. We want to help you heal from addiction and find your passion for Life again.
Many of our clients are professionals in their community and prefer the privacy and convenience of an in home Detox plan. Personalized Recovery offers an affordable alternative to inpatient treatment with upscale amenities. Our treatment team always maintains your confidentiality while keeping you as safe and comfortable as possible. We want to help you heal from addiction and find your passion for Life again.
Family and friends are worried and make comments about your use of alcohol or drugs. You get defensive, angry, and don't think there's an issue. You wish they would just listen and leave you alone. After all, you're not hurting anyone. To avoid confrontation you hide your use, lie, and isolate. Over time, your use has increased and you feel anxiety and depression more often.
Family and friends are worried and make comments about your use of alcohol or drugs. You get defensive, angry, and don't think there's an issue. You wish they would just listen and leave you alone. After all, you're not hurting anyone. To avoid confrontation you hide your use, lie, and isolate. Over time, your use has increased and you feel anxiety and depression more often.
If you or someone you know is struggling with Drug and Alcohol Addiction, and want to be treated with great care and confidentiality, then I am your counselor. My treatment plan is customized according to each client’s need, and focuses on not just recovery and sobriety forever but also to establish a happy and healthy successful life. I address anger management, early recovery, relapse prevention, and life skills training for the people suffering with addiction. I focus on adult clients of any gender and help them live a sober life with continuous guidance and outstanding treatment planning with my professional experience.
If you or someone you know is struggling with Drug and Alcohol Addiction, and want to be treated with great care and confidentiality, then I am your counselor. My treatment plan is customized according to each client’s need, and focuses on not just recovery and sobriety forever but also to establish a happy and healthy successful life. I address anger management, early recovery, relapse prevention, and life skills training for the people suffering with addiction. I focus on adult clients of any gender and help them live a sober life with continuous guidance and outstanding treatment planning with my professional experience.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) graduating cum laude from California State University, Fullerton with a Masters Degree in Counselling and a BA in Psychology. I am the Clinical Director and C.O.O. at California Behavioral Health in Palm Springs where I have developed the Clinical Program utilizing all Master Level Therapists who work with our residents. The program is founded on evidence-based treatments such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies which focus on the uniqueness of every client who is using substances to cope with deeper issues.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) graduating cum laude from California State University, Fullerton with a Masters Degree in Counselling and a BA in Psychology. I am the Clinical Director and C.O.O. at California Behavioral Health in Palm Springs where I have developed the Clinical Program utilizing all Master Level Therapists who work with our residents. The program is founded on evidence-based treatments such as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapies which focus on the uniqueness of every client who is using substances to cope with deeper issues.
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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.