Addiction Therapists in Del Mar, CA
Life has a way of covering up our true selves. We can become buried under discouragement or self-blame for past mistakes. There are dreams hidden behind unfulfilling jobs or low self-esteem, we just need to tap into all the wonderful potential on the inside. Just because you might have given up at one point, and even if that point is right now, it doesn't mean that your dream is dead. The fact you're here shows the dream still alive, and it’s not too late for you to uncover it. If deep down you're not satisfied with your life, you have the ability to make changes.
Life has a way of covering up our true selves. We can become buried under discouragement or self-blame for past mistakes. There are dreams hidden behind unfulfilling jobs or low self-esteem, we just need to tap into all the wonderful potential on the inside. Just because you might have given up at one point, and even if that point is right now, it doesn't mean that your dream is dead. The fact you're here shows the dream still alive, and it’s not too late for you to uncover it. If deep down you're not satisfied with your life, you have the ability to make changes.
We offer expert Psychological and Substance Abuse Assessments to people aged 17 and older.
We are passionate about assessment and love helping adults identify and find solutions to the problems that keep them from succeeding in almost any area of life. Our holistic assessments are the first step in helping you remove roadblocks and improve your life.
We offer expert Psychological and Substance Abuse Assessments to people aged 17 and older.
We are passionate about assessment and love helping adults identify and find solutions to the problems that keep them from succeeding in almost any area of life. Our holistic assessments are the first step in helping you remove roadblocks and improve your life.
3) Addiction: My approach to addiction goes beyond behavioral cessation to targeting psychological drivers of compulsive use.
I deeply enjoy creating therapeutic relationships which catalyze personal growth and transformation!
My clinical specialties include
1) Depression and Anxiety Disorders: By combining evidence based interventions such as CBT and DBT with a trusting therapeutic relationship, I help patients significantly decrease distressing mental health symptoms.
2) Executive Functioning Development for Teens and Young Adults: I provide neuro-educational coaching and build core-competencies to increase self-directed living. This empowers teens/young adults to better manage the demands of school and social life with newfound confidence.
3) Addiction: My approach to addiction goes beyond behavioral cessation to targeting psychological drivers of compulsive use.
I deeply enjoy creating therapeutic relationships which catalyze personal growth and transformation!
My clinical specialties include
1) Depression and Anxiety Disorders: By combining evidence based interventions such as CBT and DBT with a trusting therapeutic relationship, I help patients significantly decrease distressing mental health symptoms.
2) Executive Functioning Development for Teens and Young Adults: I provide neuro-educational coaching and build core-competencies to increase self-directed living. This empowers teens/young adults to better manage the demands of school and social life with newfound confidence.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, or struggling with self-esteem?
Together, we’ll create the path toward a life filled with confidence, well-being, and success.
I accept Medicare and most other insurances, and offer a free initial consultation with appointments available via my Headway webpage link. You don’t have to do this alone—reach out today to take the first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, depression, addiction, or struggling with self-esteem?
Together, we’ll create the path toward a life filled with confidence, well-being, and success.
I accept Medicare and most other insurances, and offer a free initial consultation with appointments available via my Headway webpage link. You don’t have to do this alone—reach out today to take the first step toward a healthier, more fulfilling life.
As a 16-year blogger for PsychToday, as of July '24 I've written some 590 posts--see http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/evolution-the-self--which have received over 54 million views. My specialties are suggested by the topics I've written on: from an anger & self-image deficits, to stress & problematic relationships. I've also published a book on psychotherapy, and in 40 years plus have amassed over 40,000 hours of hands-on therapy experience. While I'm now retired from my clinical psychology practice, I'm still available for a single life consultation, or a series of same.
As a 16-year blogger for PsychToday, as of July '24 I've written some 590 posts--see http://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/evolution-the-self--which have received over 54 million views. My specialties are suggested by the topics I've written on: from an anger & self-image deficits, to stress & problematic relationships. I've also published a book on psychotherapy, and in 40 years plus have amassed over 40,000 hours of hands-on therapy experience. While I'm now retired from my clinical psychology practice, I'm still available for a single life consultation, or a series of same.
Tired of waking up wondering whether alcohol is taking more from your life than you want to admit?
You may be fed up with promising yourself you’ll cut back, only to end up drinking more than you planned. I work within your goals and values to develop a concrete goal for change, manage cravings and triggers, and build a plan for moderation or abstinence that feels realistic.
Tired of waking up wondering whether alcohol is taking more from your life than you want to admit?
You may be fed up with promising yourself you’ll cut back, only to end up drinking more than you planned. I work within your goals and values to develop a concrete goal for change, manage cravings and triggers, and build a plan for moderation or abstinence that feels realistic.
If you are unhappy, insecure, stuck in self-defeating patterns, have repeated relationship conflicts, addiction issues, or have stopped progressing in life, I can help you gain insight, change negative patterns, modify personality issues, achieve consistent Recovery from addictions, and live a happier life.
I also provide Psychological and Substance Abuse Testing and Assessments. Assessment can quickly identify the problems that keep you from achieving a happier life, and provide you with a helpful roadmap to move forward. It can take up to six months of therapy to get the information that a good psychological assessment provides in a matter of weeks.
If you are unhappy, insecure, stuck in self-defeating patterns, have repeated relationship conflicts, addiction issues, or have stopped progressing in life, I can help you gain insight, change negative patterns, modify personality issues, achieve consistent Recovery from addictions, and live a happier life.
I also provide Psychological and Substance Abuse Testing and Assessments. Assessment can quickly identify the problems that keep you from achieving a happier life, and provide you with a helpful roadmap to move forward. It can take up to six months of therapy to get the information that a good psychological assessment provides in a matter of weeks.
I specialize in assisting individuals with trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
In our therapy sessions, I employ a variety of methods including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and more. My background in energy medicine and current training in Somatic Experiencing enrich this holistic approach, tailored to meet your specific needs.
I specialize in assisting individuals with trauma, addiction, and life transitions.
In our therapy sessions, I employ a variety of methods including Internal Family Systems (IFS), Somatic Experiencing (SE), Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) and more. My background in energy medicine and current training in Somatic Experiencing enrich this holistic approach, tailored to meet your specific needs.
Mental Health First Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
My clients range age 11 to 65 and are seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction and adjustments in their life (children, divorce, illness).
I have spent the last decade working in the mental health field. My approaches are cognitive behavioral, client centered, and solution focused. All three serve my clients in helping them understand their journey in life.
My clients range age 11 to 65 and are seeking help with anxiety, depression, addiction and adjustments in their life (children, divorce, illness).
I have spent the last decade working in the mental health field. My approaches are cognitive behavioral, client centered, and solution focused. All three serve my clients in helping them understand their journey in life.
I have 8 years experience treating individuals with substance abuse issues and those in a mental health crisis.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I work under the firm belief that trust is the most important factor in a client-therapist relationship. This occupation is so much more than just an job in for me, it is my passion. I look forward to meeting you.
I have 8 years experience treating individuals with substance abuse issues and those in a mental health crisis.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. I work under the firm belief that trust is the most important factor in a client-therapist relationship. This occupation is so much more than just an job in for me, it is my passion. I look forward to meeting you.
I specialize in addiction/dual diagnosis, but treat various mental health problems as well (depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc.).
Additionally, I am trained in helping concerned significant others (CSOs) of individuals who are wrestling with addictions. I discuss/ teach empirically supported behavioral techniques to family members in order to increase their loves one's motivation to get better. Instead of detaching, I remind CSOs that their love is essential and has power to help.
I specialize in addiction/dual diagnosis, but treat various mental health problems as well (depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc.).
Additionally, I am trained in helping concerned significant others (CSOs) of individuals who are wrestling with addictions. I discuss/ teach empirically supported behavioral techniques to family members in order to increase their loves one's motivation to get better. Instead of detaching, I remind CSOs that their love is essential and has power to help.
I have extensive personal and professional experience supporting clients with substance use disorders and recovery, bringing insight gained from both lived experience and clinical practice.
I’m trained in traditional approaches to substance use but specialize in non-traditional methods. I help individuals, couples, and families explore the patterns behind their struggles using attachment-based therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and psychedelic-assisted therapy integration, all in a collaborative, supportive space.
I have extensive personal and professional experience supporting clients with substance use disorders and recovery, bringing insight gained from both lived experience and clinical practice.
I’m trained in traditional approaches to substance use but specialize in non-traditional methods. I help individuals, couples, and families explore the patterns behind their struggles using attachment-based therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, mindfulness, and psychedelic-assisted therapy integration, all in a collaborative, supportive space.
Alcohol or Drugs?
As your treatment provider, I not only have the clinical experience required, but i have also overcome my own battle with anorexia/bulimia and alcoholism and combine these experiences, along with my strong christian faith, to bring you the most comprehensive treatment available on an outpatient basis.
Alcohol or Drugs?
As your treatment provider, I not only have the clinical experience required, but i have also overcome my own battle with anorexia/bulimia and alcoholism and combine these experiences, along with my strong christian faith, to bring you the most comprehensive treatment available on an outpatient basis.
I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapies (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, and substance use.
I've been practicing for 20+ years and am a diplomate in the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers. I also provide consultation and training on CBT and MI for organizations and have assisted in program development, training curriculum development, and delivery of training.
I utilize Cognitive Behavior Therapies (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to help clients with anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, insomnia, and substance use.
I've been practicing for 20+ years and am a diplomate in the Academy of Cognitive Therapy and a member of the Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers. I also provide consultation and training on CBT and MI for organizations and have assisted in program development, training curriculum development, and delivery of training.
You’re tired of carrying around the burden of your trauma, anxiety, or the weight of your substance use or secret addiction.
I'm supportive of all recovery modalities (12-Step, SMART) and strategies that work for you. (We can figure it out together if you're overwhelmed.) •You will be supported if you are LGBTQ+. All gender identities are welcome and valued. •We can use EMDR/PE to reprocess and heal trauma and shame. I am also trained in ERP. Teens and young adults are welcome.
You’re tired of carrying around the burden of your trauma, anxiety, or the weight of your substance use or secret addiction.
I'm supportive of all recovery modalities (12-Step, SMART) and strategies that work for you. (We can figure it out together if you're overwhelmed.) •You will be supported if you are LGBTQ+. All gender identities are welcome and valued. •We can use EMDR/PE to reprocess and heal trauma and shame. I am also trained in ERP. Teens and young adults are welcome.
Hi, I specialize in psychotherapy and have worked in the field of mental health for over 15 years. I am currently accepting new clients as of 12/1/2025. If you are looking for a therapist, there are two things I want you to know:
Hi, I specialize in psychotherapy and have worked in the field of mental health for over 15 years. I am currently accepting new clients as of 12/1/2025. If you are looking for a therapist, there are two things I want you to know:
Before I was a therapist I was a client myself, struggling with addiction, PTSD and other issues as well.
My specialties include substance abuse (dual diagnosis), trauma/PTSD, codependency, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxiety, and depression. I utilize a wide range of skills, experience, and training to help ease the difficulties my clients are facing.
Before I was a therapist I was a client myself, struggling with addiction, PTSD and other issues as well.
My specialties include substance abuse (dual diagnosis), trauma/PTSD, codependency, dysfunctional family dynamics, anxiety, and depression. I utilize a wide range of skills, experience, and training to help ease the difficulties my clients are facing.
Hello, I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in substance addiction, trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, work stress, relationship problems, grief and loss, and chronic pain.
I have worked at all levels of care for the treatment of substance addictions and mental health problems that include residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and currently outpatient. I have published research in the areas of neuropsychological functioning of alcohol addiction and the treatment effectiveness of CBT for depression.
Hello, I am a licensed clinical psychologist with expertise in substance addiction, trauma/PTSD, depression, anxiety, work stress, relationship problems, grief and loss, and chronic pain.
I have worked at all levels of care for the treatment of substance addictions and mental health problems that include residential, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, and currently outpatient. I have published research in the areas of neuropsychological functioning of alcohol addiction and the treatment effectiveness of CBT for depression.
Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues?
The tools that I'll provide you with are tools that I have been perfecting over my career helping people just like you. It's important to note that I am a Counselor specializing in Substance Use/ Addictions/Alcoholism AND other problems that commonly associated. I am direct and solution-focused. I work collaboratively with you to address and solve problems.
Is your alcohol or drug use causing relationship issues?
The tools that I'll provide you with are tools that I have been perfecting over my career helping people just like you. It's important to note that I am a Counselor specializing in Substance Use/ Addictions/Alcoholism AND other problems that commonly associated. I am direct and solution-focused. I work collaboratively with you to address and solve problems.
Therapy Center and Family Counseling Corporation
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
We specialize and treat depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, addiction and relationship concerns.
Together, we can address your areas of concern and explore the underlying issues in a safe and caring environment. I believe there are many ways to approach a problem, however, I understand that each person or family is unique and I focus on finding a solution that works for you.
We specialize and treat depression, anxiety, trauma, mood disorders, addiction and relationship concerns.
Together, we can address your areas of concern and explore the underlying issues in a safe and caring environment. I believe there are many ways to approach a problem, however, I understand that each person or family is unique and I focus on finding a solution that works for you.
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.