Alcohol Use Therapists in Santa Monica, CA
Clients that are looking to improve interpersonal and relational interactions. I work with many modalities to assist my clients to have a better sense of happiness not only within themselves but in their various relationships.
Clients that are looking to improve interpersonal and relational interactions. I work with many modalities to assist my clients to have a better sense of happiness not only within themselves but in their various relationships.
If you've hit a wall with your regular therapist, I might be an ideal therapist for you. I bring the body into therapy and provide more tools for healing trauma. Have you been to somatic psychotherapy yet?
I also help save marriages for couples on the brink of divorce.
If you've hit a wall with your regular therapist, I might be an ideal therapist for you. I bring the body into therapy and provide more tools for healing trauma. Have you been to somatic psychotherapy yet?
I also help save marriages for couples on the brink of divorce.
Many of the people I work with are ambitious, productive, and used to handling things on their own. At some point, substance use, compulsions, or anxiety begin to interfere with their health, relationships, or ability to keep things on track. If you're looking for something more private, individualized and focused than support groups, but aren't suited for inpatient care, you're in the right place. I intentionally limit the size of my practice, staying directly involved and responsive to your needs. I work with individuals, couples and families, to focus on what is practical, discreet, and workable in real life.
Many of the people I work with are ambitious, productive, and used to handling things on their own. At some point, substance use, compulsions, or anxiety begin to interfere with their health, relationships, or ability to keep things on track. If you're looking for something more private, individualized and focused than support groups, but aren't suited for inpatient care, you're in the right place. I intentionally limit the size of my practice, staying directly involved and responsive to your needs. I work with individuals, couples and families, to focus on what is practical, discreet, and workable in real life.
I have been working with couples, individuals, and families for over twenty years. As a therapist, I collaborate with clients in finding healthier ways of coping with stress, communicating their needs, resolving conflicts, and developing intimacy within their relationships. You will be met with empathy and presence, so that you can freely explore behavior, challenges, and identify the road to healing and self-actualization. Each client is met where they are at, and with unconditional regard, the time we spend together will involve you developing tools and insights to living your life and relationships authentically.
I have been working with couples, individuals, and families for over twenty years. As a therapist, I collaborate with clients in finding healthier ways of coping with stress, communicating their needs, resolving conflicts, and developing intimacy within their relationships. You will be met with empathy and presence, so that you can freely explore behavior, challenges, and identify the road to healing and self-actualization. Each client is met where they are at, and with unconditional regard, the time we spend together will involve you developing tools and insights to living your life and relationships authentically.
Elena Burdick, LCSW, helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging moments with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, she provides individual and couples therapy for adults facing anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns. Her approach is collaborative and grounded in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel supported while building practical tools for lasting emotional wellness.Elena Burdick, LCSW, helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging moments with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. As a Lic
Elena Burdick, LCSW, helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging moments with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at LifeStance Health, she provides individual and couples therapy for adults facing anxiety, depression, and substance use concerns. Her approach is collaborative and grounded in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel supported while building practical tools for lasting emotional wellness.Elena Burdick, LCSW, helps adults across California navigate life’s most challenging moments with clarity, compassion, and evidence-based care. As a Lic
Hello, my name is David. I have worked in the mental healthcare field for over 20 years. I have worked with young adults, veterans, individuals diagnosed with severe psychiatric disorders, older adults, and adults struggling with substance abuse disorders, including those suffering from homelessness. My top modalities include Eclectic and Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness/Meditation. Through a secure-video format, I offer traditional, high-quality therapy to treat a variety of stressful and challenging conditions.
Hello, my name is David. I have worked in the mental healthcare field for over 20 years. I have worked with young adults, veterans, individuals diagnosed with severe psychiatric disorders, older adults, and adults struggling with substance abuse disorders, including those suffering from homelessness. My top modalities include Eclectic and Psychodynamic approaches, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness/Meditation. Through a secure-video format, I offer traditional, high-quality therapy to treat a variety of stressful and challenging conditions.
I work with adults navigating alcohol use, substance use, addiction, and the challenges that often come with them.
Tired of waking up wondering whether alcohol is taking more from your life than you want to admit? You may want to cut back, stop completely, or simply regain a sense of control. I help individuals—especially men—change their relationship with alcohol without shame, judgements, or feeling like there is only one option for change . Together, we identify patterns, build realistic coping skills, strengthen accountability, and create evidenced based steps toward moderation, abstinence, or sustained recovery. Whether you are questioning your drinking, returning after a relapse, or rebuilding your life, you do not have to do it alone.
I work with adults navigating alcohol use, substance use, addiction, and the challenges that often come with them.
Tired of waking up wondering whether alcohol is taking more from your life than you want to admit? You may want to cut back, stop completely, or simply regain a sense of control. I help individuals—especially men—change their relationship with alcohol without shame, judgements, or feeling like there is only one option for change . Together, we identify patterns, build realistic coping skills, strengthen accountability, and create evidenced based steps toward moderation, abstinence, or sustained recovery. Whether you are questioning your drinking, returning after a relapse, or rebuilding your life, you do not have to do it alone.
Since each client is unique, my therapy approach is designed just for you and your specific needs. Research has shown a correlation between Mental Health and Physical Health, so an approach addressing both could lead to the ultimate therapeutic results. A holistic approach will best serve you in dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, and emotional relationship issues. This is what I specifically do.
Since each client is unique, my therapy approach is designed just for you and your specific needs. Research has shown a correlation between Mental Health and Physical Health, so an approach addressing both could lead to the ultimate therapeutic results. A holistic approach will best serve you in dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, and emotional relationship issues. This is what I specifically do.
I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with substance and alcohol use, as well as behavioral addictions such as porn, gambling, gaming etc.
Feeling overwhelmed by addiction and looking for a way forward? Seeking an alternative to rehab or unable to take leave from family, work and responsibilities? Overcoming addiction is hard, likely one of the hardest things you will go through, and you don't have to do it alone! I have served countless people, just like you, in finding a new path that doesn't depend on substances or behaviors that promise relief, but often bring guilt, regrets, dysfunctional moods, and damage the relationships of those we love the most. Freedom from addiction can be hard to imagine, I know firsthand. Seeking professional support is a great step!
I work with individuals, couples and families struggling with substance and alcohol use, as well as behavioral addictions such as porn, gambling, gaming etc.
Feeling overwhelmed by addiction and looking for a way forward? Seeking an alternative to rehab or unable to take leave from family, work and responsibilities? Overcoming addiction is hard, likely one of the hardest things you will go through, and you don't have to do it alone! I have served countless people, just like you, in finding a new path that doesn't depend on substances or behaviors that promise relief, but often bring guilt, regrets, dysfunctional moods, and damage the relationships of those we love the most. Freedom from addiction can be hard to imagine, I know firsthand. Seeking professional support is a great step!
We offer detox services for those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. Our team will provide you with a highly experience detox nurse in the comfort of your home or referrals to inpatient detox programs. Receive a safe and medically monitored detox without the worry of being in a hospital environment and the disruption of other people. We have helped many people find relief from chemical dependency to alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs, methadone, heroin, suboxone, opiates, methamphetamine's, and most other substances.
We offer detox services for those struggling with drug or alcohol addiction. Our team will provide you with a highly experience detox nurse in the comfort of your home or referrals to inpatient detox programs. Receive a safe and medically monitored detox without the worry of being in a hospital environment and the disruption of other people. We have helped many people find relief from chemical dependency to alcohol, drugs, prescription drugs, methadone, heroin, suboxone, opiates, methamphetamine's, and most other substances.
People often have questions about how to choose a therapist. And here’s a simple way of putting it—you should like your therapist and know you’re making progress. I get a lot of gratification in watching my clients heal and grow, and I believe therapy works best when we form an authentic connection. I have 25 years experience treating individuals and couples in the areas of relationships, anxiety, depression, identity, and general self-growth. My other specialties include attachment styles, mindfulness, integrative health, and highly sensitive people. In order to determine if we feel like a fit, I offer a free initial chat.
People often have questions about how to choose a therapist. And here’s a simple way of putting it—you should like your therapist and know you’re making progress. I get a lot of gratification in watching my clients heal and grow, and I believe therapy works best when we form an authentic connection. I have 25 years experience treating individuals and couples in the areas of relationships, anxiety, depression, identity, and general self-growth. My other specialties include attachment styles, mindfulness, integrative health, and highly sensitive people. In order to determine if we feel like a fit, I offer a free initial chat.
Monique Acosta is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree from Charles R. Drew University. Monique has over 15 years’ experience in oncology nursing which has cultivated a deep understanding of holistic, patient-centered care, particularly in managing complex and emotionally challenging health conditions. Monique is defined by her commitment to supporting patients and their families through some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives.
Monique Acosta is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a master’s degree from Charles R. Drew University. Monique has over 15 years’ experience in oncology nursing which has cultivated a deep understanding of holistic, patient-centered care, particularly in managing complex and emotionally challenging health conditions. Monique is defined by her commitment to supporting patients and their families through some of the most vulnerable moments in their lives.
If you are experiencing challenges in your life, or struggling emotionally, do not wait until your suffering gets worse. Seeking help is a sign of inner strength and courage. My specialties are psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Evidence shows that individuals who undertake psychodynamic psychotherapy preserve therapeutic gains and continue improvement even after the end of the treatment. For over 19 years I helped individuals or couples on their different types of challenges, including relationship difficulties, career or school difficulties, anxiety and depression, trauma, loss, separation.
If you are experiencing challenges in your life, or struggling emotionally, do not wait until your suffering gets worse. Seeking help is a sign of inner strength and courage. My specialties are psychodynamic psychotherapy and psychoanalysis. Evidence shows that individuals who undertake psychodynamic psychotherapy preserve therapeutic gains and continue improvement even after the end of the treatment. For over 19 years I helped individuals or couples on their different types of challenges, including relationship difficulties, career or school difficulties, anxiety and depression, trauma, loss, separation.
Healing the past is a great to start but we also want to be equipped to feel alive and content in the present and then also be prepared for future difficult circumstance so we can handle them with grace and ease. I specialize in high conflict couples and families. My individual clients are struggling with anxiety, getting sober, have long term sobriety, or are expats adjusting to their new country. They are struggling in a relationship, family, or marriage and want to feel connected and joyous with those that they love. I have also worked for decades with artists, rock stars, and CEOs living high stress lives in
Healing the past is a great to start but we also want to be equipped to feel alive and content in the present and then also be prepared for future difficult circumstance so we can handle them with grace and ease. I specialize in high conflict couples and families. My individual clients are struggling with anxiety, getting sober, have long term sobriety, or are expats adjusting to their new country. They are struggling in a relationship, family, or marriage and want to feel connected and joyous with those that they love. I have also worked for decades with artists, rock stars, and CEOs living high stress lives in
Do you experience overwhelming thoughts and/or emotions? Do you experience inner-conflict and self doubt? Do you find yourself stuck in old patterns/behaviors and unsure of how to change them? For many these experiences can result in feeling frustrated, scared, hopeless and alone, often coping in self-damaging ways. These are normal responses to trauma and overwhelming/painful experiences. While I incorporate more traditional evidenced based modalities such as CBT, and DBT, I also recognize that emotions, implicit memories and trauma can get stuck in the body, which is why talk therapy alone often isn’t enough.
Do you experience overwhelming thoughts and/or emotions? Do you experience inner-conflict and self doubt? Do you find yourself stuck in old patterns/behaviors and unsure of how to change them? For many these experiences can result in feeling frustrated, scared, hopeless and alone, often coping in self-damaging ways. These are normal responses to trauma and overwhelming/painful experiences. While I incorporate more traditional evidenced based modalities such as CBT, and DBT, I also recognize that emotions, implicit memories and trauma can get stuck in the body, which is why talk therapy alone often isn’t enough.
Psychological Testing & Evaluations - Dr. Dean
Psychologist, PsyD, QME, Author
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, legal / forensic evaluations for court, risk assessment (violence / sexual), cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic psychological evaluations, immigration evaluations, adoption evaluations, parenting / bonding assessments, drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness for duty evaluations, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
I work with people who want to understand themselves more deeply and feel more at home within themselves and their lives. You might be navigating a transition, questioning your relationship with yourself or others, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or realizing old ways of surviving no longer fit. Life can get crowded with “shoulds.” Where you should be by now, how you should feel, what you should want, who you should be. Part of our work is dismantling those shoulds, rebuilding self-trust, and making more room for what feels true, meaningful, and alive to you.
I work with people who want to understand themselves more deeply and feel more at home within themselves and their lives. You might be navigating a transition, questioning your relationship with yourself or others, feeling stuck in familiar patterns, or realizing old ways of surviving no longer fit. Life can get crowded with “shoulds.” Where you should be by now, how you should feel, what you should want, who you should be. Part of our work is dismantling those shoulds, rebuilding self-trust, and making more room for what feels true, meaningful, and alive to you.
My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that authentic relationships are healing. I support people of various ethnic groups, sexual orientations and socioeconomic backgrounds to bring meaning to their lives, connect with their aliveness, and expand their sense of personal choice and freedom. My approach combines gestalt therapy, attachment theory and somatic experiencing. I am also trained in EMDR. For more than 15 years I have been providing therapy to teens, adults and couples.
My therapeutic style is grounded in the belief that authentic relationships are healing. I support people of various ethnic groups, sexual orientations and socioeconomic backgrounds to bring meaning to their lives, connect with their aliveness, and expand their sense of personal choice and freedom. My approach combines gestalt therapy, attachment theory and somatic experiencing. I am also trained in EMDR. For more than 15 years I have been providing therapy to teens, adults and couples.
I am here to help you get unstuck and reclaim your natural state of joy, well-being, purpose, and vitality. "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure (Marianne Williamson)." In our fast-paced world, it's easy to lose touch with ourselves and our sense of well-being. This has led to a rise in depression/anxiety, substance abuse, marital/relationship issues, and other difficulties. I am skilled at alleviating these symptoms and have been successful in working with individuals, couples, children/adolescents, and families of all ages backgrounds.
I am here to help you get unstuck and reclaim your natural state of joy, well-being, purpose, and vitality. "Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure (Marianne Williamson)." In our fast-paced world, it's easy to lose touch with ourselves and our sense of well-being. This has led to a rise in depression/anxiety, substance abuse, marital/relationship issues, and other difficulties. I am skilled at alleviating these symptoms and have been successful in working with individuals, couples, children/adolescents, and families of all ages backgrounds.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY 35479) offering individual psychotherapy services to adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is centered on compassion, collaboration, and authenticity, and I will work with you to ensure we are using the most effective treatment for your concerns while also prioritizing your unique goals. I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and disorders of emotion dysregulation, including borderline personality disorder.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist (PSY 35479) offering individual psychotherapy services to adolescents and adults. My approach to therapy is centered on compassion, collaboration, and authenticity, and I will work with you to ensure we are using the most effective treatment for your concerns while also prioritizing your unique goals. I have expertise in the assessment and treatment of substance use disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety disorders, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), and disorders of emotion dysregulation, including borderline personality disorder.
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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.