Substance Use Therapists in Mission, San Francisco, CA
Stefanie Schlief
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I am currently accepting clients across all identities, in both traditional and ethically non-monogamous relationships, who seek support with topics of guilt and shame, attachment issues, love and intimacy concerns, substance use, trauma, and more.
I am an associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in sex therapy, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, PTSD, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I am currently accepting both couples and individuals at my practice. My work is non-judgmental, client focused, sex positive, open to those practicing ethical non-monogamy and polyamory, kink-positive, SWer supportive, and welcomes humans of all cultural backgrounds. I love to help people navigate through their relationships both casual and serious, and offer support and care in making tough changes or choices. Together we can explore shame, identity, and what scares or challenges us.
I am currently accepting clients across all identities, in both traditional and ethically non-monogamous relationships, who seek support with topics of guilt and shame, attachment issues, love and intimacy concerns, substance use, trauma, and more.
I am an associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in sex therapy, harm reduction, trauma-informed care, PTSD, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I am currently accepting both couples and individuals at my practice. My work is non-judgmental, client focused, sex positive, open to those practicing ethical non-monogamy and polyamory, kink-positive, SWer supportive, and welcomes humans of all cultural backgrounds. I love to help people navigate through their relationships both casual and serious, and offer support and care in making tough changes or choices. Together we can explore shame, identity, and what scares or challenges us.
I approach the topic of substance use with a deep sensitivity to the intersecting dynamics surrounding how people use substances, what they use, and why.
A licensed clinical psychologist, I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy to individuals and couples throughout California. I offer compassion, patience, and safety as we endeavor to better understand what has brought you to therapy, and how to move through to something new. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in principles of empowerment.
I approach the topic of substance use with a deep sensitivity to the intersecting dynamics surrounding how people use substances, what they use, and why.
A licensed clinical psychologist, I provide psychodynamic psychotherapy to individuals and couples throughout California. I offer compassion, patience, and safety as we endeavor to better understand what has brought you to therapy, and how to move through to something new. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in principles of empowerment.
Vincente Mozell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
No worries, I Got U! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, aka psychotherapist, with more than 15 years of working in Behavioral Health. I provide therapeutic interventions that address depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and Substance Use disorder, to name a few. My clinical practice embraces a strengths-based approach to overcoming your challenges, and my therapy style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive and an active listener with a good sense of humor.
No worries, I Got U! I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, aka psychotherapist, with more than 15 years of working in Behavioral Health. I provide therapeutic interventions that address depression, anxiety, relationship issues, career challenges, and Substance Use disorder, to name a few. My clinical practice embraces a strengths-based approach to overcoming your challenges, and my therapy style is pretty laid back. I have been described as supportive and an active listener with a good sense of humor.
Dr. Meg Earls, Psychotherapy
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
My general practice welcomes individuals and couples working with many issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, identity and sexuality, trauma, substance use, LGBTI concerns, new parenting, family conflict, and work-life balance issues.
Therapeutic relationships can truly be life changing and transformational. The issues that are leading you to think about therapy can be worked on, leading to increased satisfaction and joy with yourself, improved relationships with others, and enhanced functioning in pursuit of the life you want. I work collaboratively with you to help you develop more flexible responses to resolve conflict. Listening to your unique story with deep curiosity is crucial to our work, but I'm also pro-active and engaged in sharing my thoughts and observations. Kindness and compassion are vital, but so too are active help and feedback.
My general practice welcomes individuals and couples working with many issues such as depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, identity and sexuality, trauma, substance use, LGBTI concerns, new parenting, family conflict, and work-life balance issues.
Therapeutic relationships can truly be life changing and transformational. The issues that are leading you to think about therapy can be worked on, leading to increased satisfaction and joy with yourself, improved relationships with others, and enhanced functioning in pursuit of the life you want. I work collaboratively with you to help you develop more flexible responses to resolve conflict. Listening to your unique story with deep curiosity is crucial to our work, but I'm also pro-active and engaged in sharing my thoughts and observations. Kindness and compassion are vital, but so too are active help and feedback.
Andrew Pelfini
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
I help with: anxiety, depression, conflict, substance use, relational challenges, changes in lifestyle or life situations.
No human being gets through this life without a certain amount of conflict. The need to solve problems and manage distress is complicated by our fast paced world with high expectations on individual pursuit where social media takes the place of meaningful social/community/familial support. I consider your particular situation, interests, and personality in order to assist you in relieving your distress. Compassionate care shifts perspective, opens options and releases us from unhelpful responses and painful situations--eases our minds. I work with adults across the life span: individuals/couples with differing sexual preferences, gender identification, and value orientations.
I help with: anxiety, depression, conflict, substance use, relational challenges, changes in lifestyle or life situations.
No human being gets through this life without a certain amount of conflict. The need to solve problems and manage distress is complicated by our fast paced world with high expectations on individual pursuit where social media takes the place of meaningful social/community/familial support. I consider your particular situation, interests, and personality in order to assist you in relieving your distress. Compassionate care shifts perspective, opens options and releases us from unhelpful responses and painful situations--eases our minds. I work with adults across the life span: individuals/couples with differing sexual preferences, gender identification, and value orientations.
Hello! My name is Dr. William Brock or Dr. Bill, and I have been practicing for over 30 years as a licensed psychologist in California. I have a Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) in psychology from the University of Southern California. I also have credentials in school psychology and counseling. My training includes an extensive background in CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) as well as many other evidence-based treatment approaches to therapy. I work with adults with a wide range of anxiety, depression, substance use, and other compulsive behaviors.
Hello! My name is Dr. William Brock or Dr. Bill, and I have been practicing for over 30 years as a licensed psychologist in California. I have a Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy) in psychology from the University of Southern California. I also have credentials in school psychology and counseling. My training includes an extensive background in CBT (Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy) as well as many other evidence-based treatment approaches to therapy. I work with adults with a wide range of anxiety, depression, substance use, and other compulsive behaviors.
H. Ameeta Singh - Virtual + In-Person Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
I have supported clients to create healing & change in their lives around sexual abuse; incarceration trauma; substance use; unhealthy relationships; depression; anxiety & other challenges.
I work with clients to cultivate deeper insight & understanding about the ways our life experiences impact our choices & behaviors. I support clients to connect with their sense of agency & power to make changes to unhealthy behaviors & create proactive coping strategies for managing situations they may not be able to change yet. Additionally, I draw upon clients' strengths, culture, spirituality & community as a means of facilitating healing, empowerment & change. My therapeutic approach is grounded in anti-racist & social justice principles & I utilize talk & somatic therapy techniques centered in mindfulness.
I have supported clients to create healing & change in their lives around sexual abuse; incarceration trauma; substance use; unhealthy relationships; depression; anxiety & other challenges.
I work with clients to cultivate deeper insight & understanding about the ways our life experiences impact our choices & behaviors. I support clients to connect with their sense of agency & power to make changes to unhealthy behaviors & create proactive coping strategies for managing situations they may not be able to change yet. Additionally, I draw upon clients' strengths, culture, spirituality & community as a means of facilitating healing, empowerment & change. My therapeutic approach is grounded in anti-racist & social justice principles & I utilize talk & somatic therapy techniques centered in mindfulness.
Emily Adili
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. My goal is to create a safe space for you to process your emotions. I am a Strengths-Based individual and family therapist who works with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, substance use, relationship dynamics, or major life transitions. As a therapist, I utilize a variety of different therapeutic interventions to customize treatment to meet my clients' needs. I love empowering my clients to leave therapy feeling proud of the work they have done, and confident and capable in their next stage of life.
My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and empowering. My goal is to create a safe space for you to process your emotions. I am a Strengths-Based individual and family therapist who works with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, substance use, relationship dynamics, or major life transitions. As a therapist, I utilize a variety of different therapeutic interventions to customize treatment to meet my clients' needs. I love empowering my clients to leave therapy feeling proud of the work they have done, and confident and capable in their next stage of life.
Nathan Villarante
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I have a background in crisis counseling in a hospital setting as well as with working professionals in the community for several years, working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use issues, chronic stress/burnout, relationship issues, and trauma.
Do you find yourself uncontrollably spiraling with your thoughts at the most inconvenient times? Does it feel like you are completely at the mercy of overwhelming emotions due to a difficult situation? There is an inherent amount of pain and difficulty that comes with life: a strained relationship, a stressful job, or the loss of a loved one for instance. Our work together will involve reducing the impact and influence these difficult experiences are holding over you while learning how to hold steady in the midst of an emotional storm.
I have a background in crisis counseling in a hospital setting as well as with working professionals in the community for several years, working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, substance use issues, chronic stress/burnout, relationship issues, and trauma.
Do you find yourself uncontrollably spiraling with your thoughts at the most inconvenient times? Does it feel like you are completely at the mercy of overwhelming emotions due to a difficult situation? There is an inherent amount of pain and difficulty that comes with life: a strained relationship, a stressful job, or the loss of a loved one for instance. Our work together will involve reducing the impact and influence these difficult experiences are holding over you while learning how to hold steady in the midst of an emotional storm.
As a behavioral scientist, I also conduct studies that evaluate mental health, trauma, and substance use interventions--this means I consistently apply the latest evidence-based methods to your treatment.
Psychotherapy can be a challenging and rewarding process. People often come to treatment to talk about what's wrong, but it is also important to talk about what's right. Each person has natural areas of strength we can capitalize on to increase coping skills, reduce distress, improve relationships, and develop a more adaptive outlook. With a collaborative approach that combines insight-oriented and goal-directed interventions, we will work together to create new pathways towards well-being.
As a behavioral scientist, I also conduct studies that evaluate mental health, trauma, and substance use interventions--this means I consistently apply the latest evidence-based methods to your treatment.
Psychotherapy can be a challenging and rewarding process. People often come to treatment to talk about what's wrong, but it is also important to talk about what's right. Each person has natural areas of strength we can capitalize on to increase coping skills, reduce distress, improve relationships, and develop a more adaptive outlook. With a collaborative approach that combines insight-oriented and goal-directed interventions, we will work together to create new pathways towards well-being.
Scott Fischer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
Though I work with everyone, and all are welcome, always, I specialize in working with adolescent teens and adult men. Emphasizing mindfulness, my work is particularly effective in dealing with patterns of substance use or other addictive tendencies, social anxiety, ADHD, and important life transitions. Rather than having my own agenda, I appreciate helping clients clarify and compassionately move toward their vision, find meaning through challenge, and gain deeper understanding of their own dilemmas. I also enjoy helping people learn to communicate authentically with their loved ones in ways that help change detrimental patterns.
Though I work with everyone, and all are welcome, always, I specialize in working with adolescent teens and adult men. Emphasizing mindfulness, my work is particularly effective in dealing with patterns of substance use or other addictive tendencies, social anxiety, ADHD, and important life transitions. Rather than having my own agenda, I appreciate helping clients clarify and compassionately move toward their vision, find meaning through challenge, and gain deeper understanding of their own dilemmas. I also enjoy helping people learn to communicate authentically with their loved ones in ways that help change detrimental patterns.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
I've helped individuals work through a number of issues including long-term depression, unshakable anxiety, relationship challenges, dating burn-out, job frustrations, and substance use.
People often seek counseling because some part of their life is stuck or because they are in pain or distress. In my work with individuals, couples, families, and polycules, I help you get unstuck. Counseling at it's best can combine practical, helpful tools with improved understanding and self-love. The first question most people ask me is, "Will you do more than just listen?" In my 12 years as a counselor I've learned the importance of providing a mix of listening, skill training, and deep processing. I attempt to create a judgement-free space where we can work as a team to help you address what is most important to you.
I've helped individuals work through a number of issues including long-term depression, unshakable anxiety, relationship challenges, dating burn-out, job frustrations, and substance use.
People often seek counseling because some part of their life is stuck or because they are in pain or distress. In my work with individuals, couples, families, and polycules, I help you get unstuck. Counseling at it's best can combine practical, helpful tools with improved understanding and self-love. The first question most people ask me is, "Will you do more than just listen?" In my 12 years as a counselor I've learned the importance of providing a mix of listening, skill training, and deep processing. I attempt to create a judgement-free space where we can work as a team to help you address what is most important to you.
Marc Anthony Campos-Pantoja
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPH, LCSW, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94103 (Online Only)
Adolescents with behavioral concerns (using "Trauma Focused CBT”) Adults and children dealing with Substance Use Concerns Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Work Stress, Adjustment Pet Grief (My doctoral research focused on “Disenfranchised Grief Due To Pet Loss.
We are each on this journey we call life. At times, we may need support and encouragement to help us navigate our journey. 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.
Adolescents with behavioral concerns (using "Trauma Focused CBT”) Adults and children dealing with Substance Use Concerns Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Work Stress, Adjustment Pet Grief (My doctoral research focused on “Disenfranchised Grief Due To Pet Loss.
We are each on this journey we call life. At times, we may need support and encouragement to help us navigate our journey. 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.
Laura M Goodspeed
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
The most significant predictor of a successful therapy experience is the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. Building a safe, nurturing relationship is where I excel. My style is warm and highly interactive, best suited for clients who prefer a therapist who feels very "human." I assist clients to explore their thought patterns and corresponding emotional responses, and to identify unconscious assumptions they hold about themselves and the world, which inform behavior patterns. I also provide practical tools for regulating anxiety, managing depression, and processing grief.
The most significant predictor of a successful therapy experience is the quality of the relationship between therapist and client. Building a safe, nurturing relationship is where I excel. My style is warm and highly interactive, best suited for clients who prefer a therapist who feels very "human." I assist clients to explore their thought patterns and corresponding emotional responses, and to identify unconscious assumptions they hold about themselves and the world, which inform behavior patterns. I also provide practical tools for regulating anxiety, managing depression, and processing grief.
In my practice, I enjoy meeting with a range of people in terms of age, demographics, and psychological needs. In addition to extensive training, I have many years of experience providing care for those in need here in the Bay Area. I also have specific expertise in the areas of trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I incorporate the well-researched areas of psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral therapies into my work. As each person is different, I carefully tailor our work to your needs and your goals.
In my practice, I enjoy meeting with a range of people in terms of age, demographics, and psychological needs. In addition to extensive training, I have many years of experience providing care for those in need here in the Bay Area. I also have specific expertise in the areas of trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, and relationship difficulties. I incorporate the well-researched areas of psychodynamic, family systems, and cognitive-behavioral therapies into my work. As each person is different, I carefully tailor our work to your needs and your goals.
Reagan Glover
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
Many of us have traumatic experiences growing up that still impact our relationships as adults, typically without us even knowing it. One of the ways this manifests itself is codependent relationships, sometimes to the degree that people completely lose themselves or don't know who they are on their own. It is not uncommon for someone who struggles with codependency to turn to drugs and alcohol to cope with their pain, which can then becomes problematic as well. I am a strong believer in 12 Step recovery, and supporting individuals in finding support outside themselves in community meetings.
Many of us have traumatic experiences growing up that still impact our relationships as adults, typically without us even knowing it. One of the ways this manifests itself is codependent relationships, sometimes to the degree that people completely lose themselves or don't know who they are on their own. It is not uncommon for someone who struggles with codependency to turn to drugs and alcohol to cope with their pain, which can then becomes problematic as well. I am a strong believer in 12 Step recovery, and supporting individuals in finding support outside themselves in community meetings.
Michael Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
We are living through unprecedented global events that are leaving many with elevated levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Do you wonder about your own ability to cope? Are you having trouble sleeping, or focusing on tasks? Psychotherapy can help reduce these burdens. I can help you learn new skills based on the principles of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and other types of therapy, and guide you on a journey of self-discovery.
We are living through unprecedented global events that are leaving many with elevated levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges. Do you wonder about your own ability to cope? Are you having trouble sleeping, or focusing on tasks? Psychotherapy can help reduce these burdens. I can help you learn new skills based on the principles of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and other types of therapy, and guide you on a journey of self-discovery.
Carmen Regina Martines
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110
In these uncertain times I am committed to provide warm, strong, calming help. I offer in person session for vaccinated clients as well as telehealth, video or phone. My potential client is looking for support around issues of family neglect in childhood, alcohol or drug abuse, anxiety, depression, communication, and boundary setting in relationships--whether family, romantic, friendships or at work. They may be struggling with accessing or enjoying their creativity and expressions of it. They may also be looking for support around discovering spirituality or a fuller expression of living.
In these uncertain times I am committed to provide warm, strong, calming help. I offer in person session for vaccinated clients as well as telehealth, video or phone. My potential client is looking for support around issues of family neglect in childhood, alcohol or drug abuse, anxiety, depression, communication, and boundary setting in relationships--whether family, romantic, friendships or at work. They may be struggling with accessing or enjoying their creativity and expressions of it. They may also be looking for support around discovering spirituality or a fuller expression of living.
Farinaz Khalilifard
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health. I am ready to assist you with what you would like to work on in your journey. I work with issues related to addiction, trauma, family issues, stress, grief, loss, PTSD, women's issues, and relationship issues. I approach treatment through a humanistic approach which is client-centered. I specialize in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Through treatment, we will work together on developing mutual goals that can be worked on during and outside of our sessions.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health. I am ready to assist you with what you would like to work on in your journey. I work with issues related to addiction, trauma, family issues, stress, grief, loss, PTSD, women's issues, and relationship issues. I approach treatment through a humanistic approach which is client-centered. I specialize in Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Through treatment, we will work together on developing mutual goals that can be worked on during and outside of our sessions.
Frances Echeverria Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mission, San Francisco, CA 94110 (Online Only)
It is my belief that we generally want to feel safe, secure and connected to ourselves, our families, friends and our communities. Obstacles to doing so can include circumstances outside of our control and also the results of our own learned patterns and behaviors. Therapy is an integral part of healing past trauma, validating one's thoughts/feelings/emotions, identifying dysfunctional patterns of engagement and learning new skills to cope. Through work with a therapist, it is possible to shape a life and relationships that include confidence, calm and presence that is so often missed in the busyness of society today.
It is my belief that we generally want to feel safe, secure and connected to ourselves, our families, friends and our communities. Obstacles to doing so can include circumstances outside of our control and also the results of our own learned patterns and behaviors. Therapy is an integral part of healing past trauma, validating one's thoughts/feelings/emotions, identifying dysfunctional patterns of engagement and learning new skills to cope. Through work with a therapist, it is possible to shape a life and relationships that include confidence, calm and presence that is so often missed in the busyness of society today.
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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.