Addiction Therapists in San Jose, CA
Embrace liberation from the grip of alcohol & other drugs abuse/mental health.
I specialize in evidence-based techniques such as CBT and DBT to help individuals build effective coping mechanisms and identify solutions free from judgment or labels. My approach is comprehensive and personalized, addressing issues such as loss of trust, resentment, shame, guilt, and communication barriers. Learning to reduce self-sabotage behaviors.
Embrace liberation from the grip of alcohol & other drugs abuse/mental health.
I specialize in evidence-based techniques such as CBT and DBT to help individuals build effective coping mechanisms and identify solutions free from judgment or labels. My approach is comprehensive and personalized, addressing issues such as loss of trust, resentment, shame, guilt, and communication barriers. Learning to reduce self-sabotage behaviors.
Emotions are the language of energy. In this language, there are critical messages to be understood. Emotions communicate what your needs are. Your mind translates this information so that needs can be met. Sometimes, it feels unsafe to acknowledge your emotions so the intellect, instead, pushes emotions down. With emotions silenced, you become deprived of connection to yourself, to others and needs go unmet. In this deprivation, you also lose authenticity. The call to acknowledgement returns, again and again, louder and louder.
Emotions are the language of energy. In this language, there are critical messages to be understood. Emotions communicate what your needs are. Your mind translates this information so that needs can be met. Sometimes, it feels unsafe to acknowledge your emotions so the intellect, instead, pushes emotions down. With emotions silenced, you become deprived of connection to yourself, to others and needs go unmet. In this deprivation, you also lose authenticity. The call to acknowledgement returns, again and again, louder and louder.
Scott Henrywestwood
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAADC, NCAC-II, SAP, IS-E
1 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95112
Mental health problems and substance abuse are often seen together because one makes you more vulnerable to the other.
My goal is to provide clients with safe, effective, comprehensive, and life-changing counseling-therapy. I use both time tested and cutting-edge methods to break the cycle of poor behaviors. I never suggest to a client to do something that I have not tried myself. I assist the client to stay abstinent from negative behaviors for the long-term, stabilize mental health, and to restore relationships. I enjoy being able to guide a client through the changes they want to make on their life journey. I witness extraordinary miracles daily. Please consider allowing me to help you. direct 408 203 0964 Virtual Only - Stopped Interventions.
Mental health problems and substance abuse are often seen together because one makes you more vulnerable to the other.
My goal is to provide clients with safe, effective, comprehensive, and life-changing counseling-therapy. I use both time tested and cutting-edge methods to break the cycle of poor behaviors. I never suggest to a client to do something that I have not tried myself. I assist the client to stay abstinent from negative behaviors for the long-term, stabilize mental health, and to restore relationships. I enjoy being able to guide a client through the changes they want to make on their life journey. I witness extraordinary miracles daily. Please consider allowing me to help you. direct 408 203 0964 Virtual Only - Stopped Interventions.
Christian Counseling Collective has provided mental health services, support, and educational training to the Bay Area community for more than 30+ Years. Our team of 50+ therapists are passionate about caring for your emotional, mental, and relational needs through our broad range of clinical expertise. We are here to help!
Christian Counseling Collective has provided mental health services, support, and educational training to the Bay Area community for more than 30+ Years. Our team of 50+ therapists are passionate about caring for your emotional, mental, and relational needs through our broad range of clinical expertise. We are here to help!
I specialize in overcoming addiction, working with those who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life changes; and also have 4 years of experience working with elementary age children.
Hello, I am Camie. I am a Licensed Social Worker. I have been working with clients to help them navigate their mental health for the past 10 years. I look forward to meeting you and helping you realized and reach your goals. Without Mental Health, we are not truly healthy, and asking for help is the most amazing first step one can take towards reaching your goals.
I specialize in overcoming addiction, working with those who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life changes; and also have 4 years of experience working with elementary age children.
Hello, I am Camie. I am a Licensed Social Worker. I have been working with clients to help them navigate their mental health for the past 10 years. I look forward to meeting you and helping you realized and reach your goals. Without Mental Health, we are not truly healthy, and asking for help is the most amazing first step one can take towards reaching your goals.
Want to break free of alcohol, substances, and other addictions, including eating disorders?
I use an action-focused, results-oriented style of counseling, making sure we move at the pace that works best for you.
Want to break free of alcohol, substances, and other addictions, including eating disorders?
I use an action-focused, results-oriented style of counseling, making sure we move at the pace that works best for you.
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!
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!
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.
The journey to recovery is challenging and rewarding, together we will create an individual treatment plan, which will help you to reach your desired goals and discover your optimal potential. I fluently speak English and Russian and offer my services in both languages. Please give me a call for a free 15 minutes consultation.
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.
The journey to recovery is challenging and rewarding, together we will create an individual treatment plan, which will help you to reach your desired goals and discover your optimal potential. I fluently speak English and Russian and offer my services in both languages. Please give me a call for a free 15 minutes consultation.
Hello, I'm Michael, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Arizona and California. I have dedicated over 25 years to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and rediscover their joy. My journey in psychology began with an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona in Tucson, followed by two Master's Degrees in Clinical and Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of New Haven, CT, and Antioch University in Los Angeles, CA.
Hello, I'm Michael, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in both Arizona and California. I have dedicated over 25 years to helping individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges and rediscover their joy. My journey in psychology began with an undergraduate degree in Psychology from the University of Arizona in Tucson, followed by two Master's Degrees in Clinical and Industrial/Organizational Psychology from the University of New Haven, CT, and Antioch University in Los Angeles, CA.
My holistic approach blends expressive arts, eco-therapy, trauma work, and addiction support.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from yourself, your past, or your relationships—you’re not alone. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, adoption-related issues, struggles with intimacy, or big life transitions and maybe traditional talk therapy hasn’t quite worked for you.
My holistic approach blends expressive arts, eco-therapy, trauma work, and addiction support.
If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected—from yourself, your past, or your relationships—you’re not alone. You might be dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, adoption-related issues, struggles with intimacy, or big life transitions and maybe traditional talk therapy hasn’t quite worked for you.
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.
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.
You probably came across my profile because you are dealing with persistent negative thoughts, emotions, behaviors, addictions/habits, stressors, pain, or relational issues that don't seem to improve.
For the past 19 years, I have treated varying severities of depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, addictions, PTSD, etc. in individuals from all walks of life. In the process, I have helped many individuals make positive life changes. I have also conducted countless immigration psychological evaluations.
You probably came across my profile because you are dealing with persistent negative thoughts, emotions, behaviors, addictions/habits, stressors, pain, or relational issues that don't seem to improve.
For the past 19 years, I have treated varying severities of depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, addictions, PTSD, etc. in individuals from all walks of life. In the process, I have helped many individuals make positive life changes. I have also conducted countless immigration psychological evaluations.
I specialize in EMDR and am trained to work with trauma, abuse, PTSD as well addictions and compulsions.
I'm not in the business of instigating change. I am in the delicate and complex work of empowering it. Because I believe you have the wisdom to bring about change. Because change is your work and your choice; my role is to set the stage, empty it, illuminate what stands in the way and explore with you the possibilities for change. Ultimately you decide.The fact that you're here already ensures it. My job is to notice your process, reflect and honor it. In this space, I have seen amazing change happen.
I specialize in EMDR and am trained to work with trauma, abuse, PTSD as well addictions and compulsions.
I'm not in the business of instigating change. I am in the delicate and complex work of empowering it. Because I believe you have the wisdom to bring about change. Because change is your work and your choice; my role is to set the stage, empty it, illuminate what stands in the way and explore with you the possibilities for change. Ultimately you decide.The fact that you're here already ensures it. My job is to notice your process, reflect and honor it. In this space, I have seen amazing change happen.
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.
My education and training includes two post-graduate degrees, tenure at a major teaching hospital, chemical dependency programs and, employee assistance programs. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy with psychodynamic influences. In addition, I like to provide concrete skills such as assertiveness and stress management to utilize in effecting change.
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.
My education and training includes two post-graduate degrees, tenure at a major teaching hospital, chemical dependency programs and, employee assistance programs. I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy with psychodynamic influences. In addition, I like to provide concrete skills such as assertiveness and stress management to utilize in effecting change.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, addiction, parent/child relational problems, peer difficulties, grief, parenting/behavioral challenges, problems pertaining to school, and family conflict.
I am a licensed psychologist who has over 20 years experience working with adolescents and adults. Therapy is a collaborative process between therapist and client. I strive to create a supportive environment in which clients can feel safe to explore their feelings and address barriers that are interfering with their quality of life. I draw from a variety of treatment approaches that match your own personal needs and goals. I believe our thoughts influence our feelings and ultimately our behavior so I also work from a cognitive behavioral approach.
My areas of specialty include anxiety, depression, addiction, parent/child relational problems, peer difficulties, grief, parenting/behavioral challenges, problems pertaining to school, and family conflict.
I am a licensed psychologist who has over 20 years experience working with adolescents and adults. Therapy is a collaborative process between therapist and client. I strive to create a supportive environment in which clients can feel safe to explore their feelings and address barriers that are interfering with their quality of life. I draw from a variety of treatment approaches that match your own personal needs and goals. I believe our thoughts influence our feelings and ultimately our behavior so I also work from a cognitive behavioral approach.
I take a dialectical approach to treatment focusing on the acceptance of my client as a person while supporting efforts to change through the instillation of hope, skill building, and validation. My treatment focuses on addressing those issues interfering with a client's quality of life. I incorporate different methodologies to effect change unique to each individual.
I take a dialectical approach to treatment focusing on the acceptance of my client as a person while supporting efforts to change through the instillation of hope, skill building, and validation. My treatment focuses on addressing those issues interfering with a client's quality of life. I incorporate different methodologies to effect change unique to each individual.
Nicole Bitter - Cognitive Behavioral Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Evidence based CBT for Anxiety or Depression, Habits& Addictions or the distress caused from Low Self Esteem and poor quality Relationships.
With decades of training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), I am CBT-TEAM certified at level 3 from the Feeling Good Institute. The momentum we gain in achieving your goals is accelerated by the practice you do in between sessions. The tools you acquire extend well beyond the hours in my office; your coping skills will blossom as we practice together.
Evidence based CBT for Anxiety or Depression, Habits& Addictions or the distress caused from Low Self Esteem and poor quality Relationships.
With decades of training in CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), I am CBT-TEAM certified at level 3 from the Feeling Good Institute. The momentum we gain in achieving your goals is accelerated by the practice you do in between sessions. The tools you acquire extend well beyond the hours in my office; your coping skills will blossom as we practice together.
I enjoy working with people who have addictions or anxiety or something else weighing them down, working with them for a relatively short period of time, and watching them become energized and passionate about their lives.
I use Cognitive Therapy techniques with demonstrated effectiveness to help people challenge patterns of thinking and behaving that are no longer functional. I help clients develop the skills they need to deal more effectively with whatever is going on in their lives, whether in the present or from the past.
I enjoy working with people who have addictions or anxiety or something else weighing them down, working with them for a relatively short period of time, and watching them become energized and passionate about their lives.
I use Cognitive Therapy techniques with demonstrated effectiveness to help people challenge patterns of thinking and behaving that are no longer functional. I help clients develop the skills they need to deal more effectively with whatever is going on in their lives, whether in the present or from the past.
Maybe it’s anxiety, past trauma, addiction, or relationship struggles wearing you down.
I offer a safe, supportive space to work through anxiety, trauma, addiction, or relationship stress. With over 15 years of experience, I use proven tools like EMDR and other approaches to help you feel more in control and connected. We'll go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you. You're not alone, and change is possible.
Maybe it’s anxiety, past trauma, addiction, or relationship struggles wearing you down.
I offer a safe, supportive space to work through anxiety, trauma, addiction, or relationship stress. With over 15 years of experience, I use proven tools like EMDR and other approaches to help you feel more in control and connected. We'll go at your pace and focus on what matters most to you. You're not alone, and change is possible.
Stress, family conflict, career issues and reliance on alcohol and other negative behaviors have pushed them away from their values and they have lost site of who they truly are.
My expertise lies in Executive Coaching, Human Performance Improvement, and Addiction Treatment with diversified experience that includes recent positions as a Counselor for Addiction Recovery and former role as an Advisor to high-net-worth clients. I have focused on leveraging combined background to provide advisement to executives and other professionals struggling with addiction. I am currently completing a Ph.D. degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and previously earned a Master’s degree in Addiction Studies. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC).
Stress, family conflict, career issues and reliance on alcohol and other negative behaviors have pushed them away from their values and they have lost site of who they truly are.
My expertise lies in Executive Coaching, Human Performance Improvement, and Addiction Treatment with diversified experience that includes recent positions as a Counselor for Addiction Recovery and former role as an Advisor to high-net-worth clients. I have focused on leveraging combined background to provide advisement to executives and other professionals struggling with addiction. I am currently completing a Ph.D. degree in Industrial/Organizational Psychology, and previously earned a Master’s degree in Addiction Studies. Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC).
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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.