Alcohol Use Therapists in San Francisco, CA
I have over 30 years of experience, working with both adolescents and adults. I am dedicated to supporting you in finding clarity and direction, so that you can thrive in the life you want. As a licensed psychotherapist and professional coach, you may come in to see me for problems with your relationship, work, family, mood, health or addictive behavior. I can help you get back on track, creating and achieving your goals!
I have over 30 years of experience, working with both adolescents and adults. I am dedicated to supporting you in finding clarity and direction, so that you can thrive in the life you want. As a licensed psychotherapist and professional coach, you may come in to see me for problems with your relationship, work, family, mood, health or addictive behavior. I can help you get back on track, creating and achieving your goals!
Are you a high performing man who is reaching a point where alcohol use feels conflicted and no longer in alignment?
By grounding my work in IFS, an evidence based approach, I understand alcohol use as a strategy rather than a failure. In IFS, we get curious about the parts of your that turn to alcohol and the parts that are concerned about its impact. This creates safety and space for change that is sustainable, respectful, and driven from within.
Are you a high performing man who is reaching a point where alcohol use feels conflicted and no longer in alignment?
By grounding my work in IFS, an evidence based approach, I understand alcohol use as a strategy rather than a failure. In IFS, we get curious about the parts of your that turn to alcohol and the parts that are concerned about its impact. This creates safety and space for change that is sustainable, respectful, and driven from within.
As a therapist and the Director of The Addictions Institute San Francisco, I am deeply committed to supporting anyone who has been affected by alcohol or drugs. If you have struggled or are still struggling, we can help. If you are worried about someone who struggles, we can help. If you are unsure of what you may need, we can support you. We strive to develop meaningful relationships that allow for understanding, grieving, healing and growth. Our style is compassionate, practical, engaged and genuine. Those who find help may be teens, adult children, spouses, partners, parents, grandparents, couples, families and individuals.
As a therapist and the Director of The Addictions Institute San Francisco, I am deeply committed to supporting anyone who has been affected by alcohol or drugs. If you have struggled or are still struggling, we can help. If you are worried about someone who struggles, we can help. If you are unsure of what you may need, we can support you. We strive to develop meaningful relationships that allow for understanding, grieving, healing and growth. Our style is compassionate, practical, engaged and genuine. Those who find help may be teens, adult children, spouses, partners, parents, grandparents, couples, families and individuals.
I have provided therapy for individuals (children K-12 and adults), family, group, and couple sessions for over ten years. My modality is Cognitive Behavioral which means we believe it is not the event itself but how we perceive and react to the circumstance that may cause a problem. We will explore different possibilities through our session and discover what may serve us the best in pursuing happiness.
I have provided therapy for individuals (children K-12 and adults), family, group, and couple sessions for over ten years. My modality is Cognitive Behavioral which means we believe it is not the event itself but how we perceive and react to the circumstance that may cause a problem. We will explore different possibilities through our session and discover what may serve us the best in pursuing happiness.
I work with adults who are often seen by others as highly capable, dependable, and “holding it all together,” while privately struggling with anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or emotional exhaustion. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, creatives, and high-achieving individuals who have spent years prioritizing responsibility, achievement, or the needs of others over themselves.
I specialize in working with individuals in established recovery who are looking for deeper therapeutic support beyond early sobriety, as well as partners, family members, and loved ones impacted by addiction.
I work with adults who are often seen by others as highly capable, dependable, and “holding it all together,” while privately struggling with anxiety, burnout, relationship challenges, grief, trauma, or emotional exhaustion. Many of my clients are professionals, caregivers, creatives, and high-achieving individuals who have spent years prioritizing responsibility, achievement, or the needs of others over themselves.
I specialize in working with individuals in established recovery who are looking for deeper therapeutic support beyond early sobriety, as well as partners, family members, and loved ones impacted by addiction.
I have provided therapy for individuals (children K-12 and adults), families, groups, and couple sessions for over ten years. My modality is Cognitive Behavioral which means we believe it is not the event itself but how we perceive and react to the circumstance that may cause a problem. We will explore different possibilities through our session and discover what may serve us the best in pursuing happiness.
I have provided therapy for individuals (children K-12 and adults), families, groups, and couple sessions for over ten years. My modality is Cognitive Behavioral which means we believe it is not the event itself but how we perceive and react to the circumstance that may cause a problem. We will explore different possibilities through our session and discover what may serve us the best in pursuing happiness.
In these uncertain times I am committed to providing warm, compassionate, empathetic therapy. I am extraordinarily trauma informed. I offer in person sessions as well as telehealth, both phone and video. I have deep experiential capacity for working with alcoholics and addicts and those impacted by growing up in these family systems. I work with adults suffering from family of origin abuse, religious trauma, alcoholism and addiction. Additionally deep experience with multi-cultural experiences.
In these uncertain times I am committed to providing warm, compassionate, empathetic therapy. I am extraordinarily trauma informed. I offer in person sessions as well as telehealth, both phone and video. I have deep experiential capacity for working with alcoholics and addicts and those impacted by growing up in these family systems. I work with adults suffering from family of origin abuse, religious trauma, alcoholism and addiction. Additionally deep experience with multi-cultural experiences.
In my practice, East meets West. I have been a psychotherapist for more than 30 years, providing MHS to veterans, children, adults, couples and families. I have worked at Kaiser Permanente in the Psychiatry Department for 15 years, the City and County of San Francisco for three years, Santa Clara County for 7 years and at the VA Medical Center for a year.
In my practice, East meets West. I have been a psychotherapist for more than 30 years, providing MHS to veterans, children, adults, couples and families. I have worked at Kaiser Permanente in the Psychiatry Department for 15 years, the City and County of San Francisco for three years, Santa Clara County for 7 years and at the VA Medical Center for a year.
Is anxiety or perfectionism impacting your day-to-day life? Do you find yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or isolated by patterns you can’t seem to shift? Are substances, your own or a loved one's, taking up more space in your life than you want? You’re not alone. In therapy, we will explore what matters to you, identify patterns that keep you stuck, and discover ways to respond that feel more aligned with your values. I am here to walk alongside you in that process with curiosity, compassion, and honesty. I believe that meaningful change is possible, and that you don’t have to do it alone.
Is anxiety or perfectionism impacting your day-to-day life? Do you find yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or isolated by patterns you can’t seem to shift? Are substances, your own or a loved one's, taking up more space in your life than you want? You’re not alone. In therapy, we will explore what matters to you, identify patterns that keep you stuck, and discover ways to respond that feel more aligned with your values. I am here to walk alongside you in that process with curiosity, compassion, and honesty. I believe that meaningful change is possible, and that you don’t have to do it alone.
Being addicted to alcohol or drugs is like being in a dark pit where you do not know what is up and what is down. It is cold and lonely, and you can feel hopeless about finding any escape. Being the family member of a loved one who is struggling with addiction is scary and can leave you sad and in a constant state of uncertainty. You are always asking yourself why is your loved one pushing aside the life ring you toss out and grabbing the anchor of drugs and alcohol over and over and over again. You see they are drowning and feel you cannot save them. Addiction is insidious, but there are paths to recovery.
Being addicted to alcohol or drugs is like being in a dark pit where you do not know what is up and what is down. It is cold and lonely, and you can feel hopeless about finding any escape. Being the family member of a loved one who is struggling with addiction is scary and can leave you sad and in a constant state of uncertainty. You are always asking yourself why is your loved one pushing aside the life ring you toss out and grabbing the anchor of drugs and alcohol over and over and over again. You see they are drowning and feel you cannot save them. Addiction is insidious, but there are paths to recovery.
Hi, I'm Jerome - welcome! I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families work through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship conflict. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, with a focus on how family dynamics and life transitions affect emotional well-being. Whether you're navigating personal struggles or relational challenges, I provide a safe, compassionate space to explore your experiences and build meaningful change. My goal is to help you reconnect with your strengths and move forward with clarity and purpose.
Hi, I'm Jerome - welcome! I specialize in helping individuals, couples, and families work through anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, and relationship conflict. My approach is rooted in evidence-based practices, with a focus on how family dynamics and life transitions affect emotional well-being. Whether you're navigating personal struggles or relational challenges, I provide a safe, compassionate space to explore your experiences and build meaningful change. My goal is to help you reconnect with your strengths and move forward with clarity and purpose.
With over 25 years of direct clinical experience, I have a wealth of knowledge and experience to support you in whatever solutions to focus upon. We will focus on immediate symptom relief and learn quick and effective, and hopefully positive life-changing skills. I would be happy to work with you individually, with couples, and with families.
With over 25 years of direct clinical experience, I have a wealth of knowledge and experience to support you in whatever solutions to focus upon. We will focus on immediate symptom relief and learn quick and effective, and hopefully positive life-changing skills. I would be happy to work with you individually, with couples, and with families.
There can be nothing as frustrating as the repetitive cycle of addiction. It affects every facet of our lives today. We all know what the problem is but the solutions seem few and far between. I would love to support you in regaining your life back and your relationships healed. We all want to have purpose and to be loved. Lets work on stopping these destructive external behaviors and start working on some internal healing ones. Call now for a free consultation.
There can be nothing as frustrating as the repetitive cycle of addiction. It affects every facet of our lives today. We all know what the problem is but the solutions seem few and far between. I would love to support you in regaining your life back and your relationships healed. We all want to have purpose and to be loved. Lets work on stopping these destructive external behaviors and start working on some internal healing ones. Call now for a free consultation.
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.
Therapy changed my life... It made it much worse. I’m kidding, it helped tremendously and inspired me to become a therapist myself! I had been suffering with depression, burnout, anxiety and more, but I would soon experience the power of working with a pro, and it saved my life. I'd be honored to help you like my therapist helped me.
Therapy changed my life... It made it much worse. I’m kidding, it helped tremendously and inspired me to become a therapist myself! I had been suffering with depression, burnout, anxiety and more, but I would soon experience the power of working with a pro, and it saved my life. I'd be honored to help you like my therapist helped me.
Many of my clients are high-achieving teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, or patterns around alcohol or substance use. They are used to taking care of others but are now realizing they also need support. On the outside, they may appear successful and put-together, but internally, they feel stressed, disconnected, and stuck. I also work with first- and second-generation Americans navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and intergenerational conflict. I offer therapy in English and can incorporate Mandarin when helpful to support communication and cultural understanding.
Many of my clients are high-achieving teens and adults who feel overwhelmed by anxiety, burnout, or patterns around alcohol or substance use. They are used to taking care of others but are now realizing they also need support. On the outside, they may appear successful and put-together, but internally, they feel stressed, disconnected, and stuck. I also work with first- and second-generation Americans navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and intergenerational conflict. I offer therapy in English and can incorporate Mandarin when helpful to support communication and cultural understanding.
The majority of my therapy practice is as an Addiction Couple's Therapist. I offer Private Intensive Weekend Retreats. These are 16-hour workshops that take place in my office in Los Gatos on one reserved weekend. We work privately (just the 3 of us) for two and a half days breaking down your communication issues and learning how to repair and resolve conflicts.
The majority of my therapy practice is as an Addiction Couple's Therapist. I offer Private Intensive Weekend Retreats. These are 16-hour workshops that take place in my office in Los Gatos on one reserved weekend. We work privately (just the 3 of us) for two and a half days breaking down your communication issues and learning how to repair and resolve conflicts.
If alcohol and other substances became the only way for you to deal with daily problems, I can help you to navigate through the endless circle. As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life. Oftentimes, we neglect to care for our needs and wants. Each person has a unique situation, and I will make your journey to recovery easier. I use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and many other methods to help my client to overcome the substance use disorder.
If alcohol and other substances became the only way for you to deal with daily problems, I can help you to navigate through the endless circle. As parents, we face unique, everyday challenges dealing with our families and professional life. Oftentimes, we neglect to care for our needs and wants. Each person has a unique situation, and I will make your journey to recovery easier. I use motivational interviewing, positive psychology, and many other methods to help my client to overcome the substance use disorder.
I am an LMFT specializing in dating and relationships, life transitions, and confidence building. I ask curious questions to help you uncover barriers to smashing your goals and I collaborate with you on new strategies that you actually WANT to use (bye, wrinkled fill-in-the-blank worksheets ... no one even has printers anymore) I love using habit psychology and relational approaches to combine insight and action. I'm trained in ACT, Gottman Method, Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I am an LMFT specializing in dating and relationships, life transitions, and confidence building. I ask curious questions to help you uncover barriers to smashing your goals and I collaborate with you on new strategies that you actually WANT to use (bye, wrinkled fill-in-the-blank worksheets ... no one even has printers anymore) I love using habit psychology and relational approaches to combine insight and action. I'm trained in ACT, Gottman Method, Developmental Model of Couples Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
I have been a practicing psychologist since 1989 helping individuals and couples in emotional distress due to the many sources of adult unhappiness: romantic disappointment, family strife, alcohol or substance addiction, job stress, chronic or life-threatening illness, problems with aging.
I also offer consulting services to licensed psychotherapists, and offer supervision services to MFT and Psychologist interns at Savera Psychological Services.
The biggest influences on my work have been from Carl Jung, Carl Rogers, and Mark Epstein.
I am licensed in California and Idaho.
I have been a practicing psychologist since 1989 helping individuals and couples in emotional distress due to the many sources of adult unhappiness: romantic disappointment, family strife, alcohol or substance addiction, job stress, chronic or life-threatening illness, problems with aging.
I also offer consulting services to licensed psychotherapists, and offer supervision services to MFT and Psychologist interns at Savera Psychological Services.
The biggest influences on my work have been from Carl Jung, Carl Rogers, and Mark Epstein.
I am licensed in California and Idaho.
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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.