Addiction Therapists in San Jose, CA
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Demetria Zappacosta-Iacocca
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAADC
Verified
Verified
Addiction
and Recovery Counseling is for anyone who feels that alcohol or drugs are affecting them negatively. As a Licensed Recovery Counselor I offer individuals, couples and families help to develop plans for reaching their recovery goals and making positive changes in their lives.
Addiction
and Recovery Counseling is an opportunity for families to learn about
addiction
and the behaviors that go along with it. I help families understand what role they play in their loved ones
addiction
and recovery.

Sangeeta Ramchandani
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
addiction
issues,raising your self-esteem and providing you with solution focused therapy.
I cherish being in a profession that allows me to reach out to people and help them. I truly believe that each of us have the capacity and strength to overcome our emotional pain. However, at times the burden becomes too much to carry by ourselves. Let me help you lower your stress and reach a positive outcome.

Kelly Blaser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RYT
Verified
Verified
The issues I have worked with deeply include relationship struggles, parenting, grief,
addiction
, Anxiety, Depression, Panic Disorder, and spiritual crises, and co-occurring disorders.
Having a good relationship with oneself is a process and a practice, and can be cultivated through the therapeutic process. Every relationship is dependent on how we talk to ourselves, and this inner conversation is what therapy can shift. If you have the willingness, huge transformation is possible. I am in this field to help people sort out a way through and beyond unnecessary suffering, and towards deep peace with themselves and others. I have successfully treated high-functioning CEOs as well as people traumatized, addicted, and broke. Being human is challenging, and with the right support, beautiful. Call. I can help!

Katherine Meek
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MHRS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
NOW accepting NEW Telehealth clients. KMeekTherapy.com My ideal client is an adult/couple that has a desire to learn and grow, is not afraid to get into the tough stuff, and appreciates when I am real with them/challenge their thinking in order to support growth and a new perspective. I value it when a client is honest about what is helpful/not as I believe we are on this journey together. My areas of focus include depression, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA and sexuality, and
addiction
although we may address much more based on what you bring to the session and have as a goal.

Anthony Medaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The most common issues that people seek help with include: feelings of sadness or depression, excessive worry, fear or anxiety, drug and alcohol abuse, codependency, enhancing and fine tuning one’s recovery program, relationship issues, grief and loss of a loved one, surviving trauma, life change or transition decisions, cyber
addiction
, dealing with other’s
substance
abuse, social anxiety and conflict at work.

Ginny Jamieson
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC
Facilitated workshops on all issues of
addiction
and codependency at Good Samaritan Hospital and Kaiser Permanente Hospital.
I am passionate about counseling alcoholic/addicts and/or their families to help them better understand the disease of
addiction
and the dynamics of how adversely they have all been affected. I have worked in the field for thirty years and love seeing addicts and their families get the help the so much deserve. It is a treatable disease and by one family member reaching out, the process of recovery can begins.

Chris Packham: Licensed
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MCA, LAADC, M-RAS, CCDS, MSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I incorporate martial arts elements into my therapy strategy while drawing from my wealth of professional experience and knowledge of
substance
misuse.
What if you could experience more peace in your life, while also feeling more empowered? It's a typical problem that plenty of individuals deal with, especially addicts. Our staff at A Path To Recovery. As a licensed counselor with over 17 years of experience, our founder Chris Packham is well-equipped to help you overcome unhealthy behaviors. We specialize in developing coping mechanisms, identifying triggers, addressing self-sabotage behaviors, working through shame and guilt, resolving family discord, and creating new, positive habits. Through our evidence-based approaches and personalized treatment plans. It's get started.

Isaac Abraham Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I understand mental health issues and
addiction
are very tough to conquer on your own.
Thank you for considering therapy with me. I want to make this process as easy as possible and make you feel comfortable speaking about your feelings. I am Latino bi-cultural and bi-lingual Mexican American who understands cultural issues surrounding mental health and
addiction
. I have more than 15 years working with families , youth and couples. I specialize in working with young adults and youth with
addiction
issues. I understand it maybe difficult to reach out in time of need but its the first step to a new you. I will meet you where you are at and together figure out how to create more happiness in your life.

Irina Tsukanova
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC I
Verified
Verified
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.

Kate Henderson Bartenhagen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Regarding
substance
use, I believe that there is not one way to recover but rather multiple paths.
Do you question your purpose in life? Are you still looking for your "passion?" Do you want a deeper connection with others? Do you sometimes feel that there must be more to life than working and buying things? I am passionate about helping you answer these questions. My approach to mental health is collaborative and includes a strong belief that people strive towards wellness and have within them the capacity to heal and grow. I see individuals, couples, and families age 15 and up. I treat couples, sex/infidelity,
substance
use/abuse, mood disorders, grief and loss, life struggles.

Christine Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have a certificate in addictions studies with years of experience helping clients recover from alcohol and
substance
abuse.
Need someone to help you with relationship issues, anxiety, alcohol or drug abuse, or sexual
addiction
? I am dedicated and passionate about helping individuals and couples regain a healthier sense of self and work through relationship obstacles. My approach to healing includes the integration of psychological, biblical, and recovery principles. I work regularly with issues related to loss of self in relationships, trust and intimacy issues, difficulty setting boundaries, unresolved hurts or trauma, addictions, and spirituality.

Jeff Watson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I specialize in grief and loss, depression,
addiction
, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD, and many other disorders.
If you’re tired of the story you’re telling yourself, let’s find another one together. I love to help redefine old narratives that may have been holding you back, and I am grateful to help write a brand new story of you. Sometimes, we can tell ourselves scary stories about the future and replay the painful traumas of our past. Together, we can look at your stories and see their strengths and their challenges and how you can build a new narrative for your life. I like to help clients find their true North Star to guide them to a new meaning and purpose.

Hazzel Angulo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Trauma, anxiety, and
addiction
can make you feel stuck. The most important step towards healing is to address the unresolved emotion inside you. Healing requires feelings. Acceptance slowly dissolves pain. When we function from the fear and scarring of our trauma, the cycles continue until we learn how to transmute that energy into love. I apply a Holistic approach that integrates physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual forms of well-being, addressing the “whole” self. Through a holistic framework tailored to your unique needs, the goal is to support you develop a deeper understanding of the self on all these levels.

Giorgio Andrea Quittan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialty is Treating
Addiction
, PTSD and Trauma.
I am an Italian who has been living in The Bay Area for the last 40 years. I am fluent in English, Italian and Spanish. I have extensive experience and training in Hakomi, Somatic Based Psychotherapy and EMDR. I have more than 15 years of experience with Santa Clara County, Department of Families and Children Services, providing support and services to individuals, children and families who have been involved with the Child Welfare System. I also have 5 years of experience providing therapeutic services at a Medical Hospital Specialized in Treating HIV/AIDS patients who suffer from
Addiction
, PTSD and Trauma.

Ed Gresick
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, LAADC, EMDR(C), CSOTP
Verified
Verified
I am a true
addiction
specialist and I am considered "The
Addiction
Therapist" because of my unique experience and credentials well beyond the training and experience required for licensing as an LMFT.
My ideal client is motivated to engage in the change process and is willing to follow suggestions and direction that will result in real second order change that is truly life changing. I am uniquely qualified in treating various addictions including alcohol and drug abuse, sex addictions and compulsive behaviors, problem gambling and the many underlying issues involved. I am very effective in getting to and helping my clients resolve the root causes of their addictions. I am very effective in helping clients resolve
addiction
related issues including self-esteem, codependency, anxiety, anger and trauma using CBT, EMDR and FSAP.

Melissa E Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
EMDR therapy is a speedy and effective way to relieve your emotional distress from traumatic events, fears, phobias and anxiety, and to treat your
substance
abuse problems, eating disorders, and chronic pain.
Are you a worried parent of a teenager who's headed for trouble, or is already there? I'll help you get your kid back on track.
Are you suffering the aftereffects of trauma (nightmares, flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, feeling disconnected from yourself and loved ones)? We'll find a way to heal your pain and make you whole again.
Had enough of the bipolar roller-coaster? Want to break free of alcohol, substances, and other addictions, including eating disorders? Let's develop a plan for your recovery, so you have your life back.
Rosemarie Carver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Over 25 year working in the field
addiction
alcohol/drugs.
Stag of life issues for client. Job ,relationship issues, Additions. Depression. aging and mental health/depression.

Christine Rivlin
Counselor, APCC
Verified
Verified
I also specialize in working with individuals experiencing
addiction
issues, and eating disorders.
I work primarily with adults who are wanting to manage symptoms associated with depression, anxiety, and trauma. I will be with you on your path to discovery, recovery, and finding the person you would like to become. I approach therapy with a client-centered approach in order to create a safe, comfortable space for you to share and express yourself, and your vulnerabilities. We will explore healthy ways to process your trauma, regulate difficult emotions, and restore broken relationships. I believe the trust built between Client and Therapist is powerful, and necessary in order to help you through your healing journey.

Alisia Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Much of my work is with women who are experiencing depression, life transitions, burn-out, grief,
addiction
to drugs & alcohol and women's heath conditions.
You are a woman struggling to care for yourself. You may not know how to do this because you weren’t shown how. You’re so good at taking care of others that there’s nothing left for you. Or, perhaps you have learned to put yourself to the side because that’s what feels safest. At the end of the day you may be wondering, “Is it okay to ask for what I need sometimes? Can I do this? Am I worthy?”

Judy Miser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of experience working with adults and adolescents with mental health concerns,
substance
abuse conditions, and disabilities. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, perinatal mood disorders, domestic violence, family conflict, and parenting. I take a psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, trauma-focused, and solution-focused approach to therapy. My passion is helping individuals reach their true potential by focusing on their strengths and abilities.
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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.