Alcohol Use Therapists in Stanford, CA
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience, I integrate evidence-based approaches with a compassionate and collaborative style. Together, we’ll explore both the “why” of your struggles and the “how” of creating meaningful change.
Therapy should be a safe and supportive space where you can show up as your full self-struggles, strengths, and everything in between. My role isn’t to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you move toward clarity, growth, and relief from patterns that no longer serve you. Here, you don’t have to hold it all together - you can slow down, reflect, and focus on what you need.
As a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience, I integrate evidence-based approaches with a compassionate and collaborative style. Together, we’ll explore both the “why” of your struggles and the “how” of creating meaningful change.
Therapy should be a safe and supportive space where you can show up as your full self-struggles, strengths, and everything in between. My role isn’t to “fix” you, but to walk alongside you as you move toward clarity, growth, and relief from patterns that no longer serve you. Here, you don’t have to hold it all together - you can slow down, reflect, and focus on what you need.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
Learn how to feel more connected to yourself, others, and the world around you. Therapy provides all the elements of intimacy: honest communication, vulnerability, and trust. Good therapy is challenging yet warm, providing both structure and empathy for your unique experience.
There is an old saying that in the course of every human life, one encounters 10,000 joys and 10,000 sorrows. Whether we consider ourselves young, old, rich, poor, famous or not, we all are equal in our fundamental experiences: no matter who we are, we experience birth and death, love and heartbreak, joy and despair. I see my role as a therapist as helping my fellow humans deal with the inevitable losses that come with living, be it loss of an identity, loss of self-worth, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, loss of joy. Even just the thought of future loss can be painful, leading to persistent anxiety and worry.
There is an old saying that in the course of every human life, one encounters 10,000 joys and 10,000 sorrows. Whether we consider ourselves young, old, rich, poor, famous or not, we all are equal in our fundamental experiences: no matter who we are, we experience birth and death, love and heartbreak, joy and despair. I see my role as a therapist as helping my fellow humans deal with the inevitable losses that come with living, be it loss of an identity, loss of self-worth, loss of a loved one, loss of a relationship, loss of joy. Even just the thought of future loss can be painful, leading to persistent anxiety and worry.
I’m Dr. Dean Leav. I've been featured on ABC, NBC, KCAL, and other programs as an expert psychologist. I conduct legal / forensic / psychological evaluations for court and provide expert witness testimony. I also do ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, risk assessment (violence/sexual), drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, immigration evaluations, pre-adoption evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, 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 legal / forensic / psychological evaluations for court and provide expert witness testimony. I also do ADHD / autism / learning disability evaluations, cognitive / neuropsychological evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, risk assessment (violence/sexual), drug & alcohol evaluations, fitness-for-duty evaluations, immigration evaluations, pre-adoption evaluations, parenting/bonding assessments, workers' compensation (QME/AME) evaluations, and other types of psychological evaluations / assessments.
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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.
Allow me to offer you a safe place to begin to tell your story of pain, loss, and worry. You will be listened to and validated; learning and developing new, updated coping skills to begin your healing process. It's possible to move forward with positive change & resolutions. I will guide you through the process of healing with support for change. Allow yourself to heal, re-claim your life and connect with yourself.
Allow me to offer you a safe place to begin to tell your story of pain, loss, and worry. You will be listened to and validated; learning and developing new, updated coping skills to begin your healing process. It's possible to move forward with positive change & resolutions. I will guide you through the process of healing with support for change. Allow yourself to heal, re-claim your life and connect with yourself.
Break free from the grip of alcohol use and emotional distress.
Specialize in evidence-based techniques to help individuals build effective coping mechanisms & identify solutions free from judgment or labels.
Problem: “You look fine on the outside, but inside you feel anxious, stuck & overwhelmed by your thoughts.
Solution: “Therapy gives you clear tools & support so you regain control, confidence, & your life back.
Break free from the grip of alcohol use and emotional distress.
Specialize in evidence-based techniques to help individuals build effective coping mechanisms & identify solutions free from judgment or labels.
Problem: “You look fine on the outside, but inside you feel anxious, stuck & overwhelmed by your thoughts.
Solution: “Therapy gives you clear tools & support so you regain control, confidence, & your life back.
Facing, financial, legal, professional, relationship, behavior or addiction issues. Fourty years experience supporting people in troubles of every kind imaginable. I have also focused on men's issues, life transitions, grief, loss and spiritual issues. My goal is to help individuals with dual diagnosis, depression, marriage problems, addictions, parenting issues, fear, anxiety, grief, decision making, burnout, stress and family crisis, doubt, anger or forgiveness. We’ll work together to change behaviors and attitudes. I work with you to strengthen your recovery. E-mail me at karmajerry@yahoo.com
Facing, financial, legal, professional, relationship, behavior or addiction issues. Fourty years experience supporting people in troubles of every kind imaginable. I have also focused on men's issues, life transitions, grief, loss and spiritual issues. My goal is to help individuals with dual diagnosis, depression, marriage problems, addictions, parenting issues, fear, anxiety, grief, decision making, burnout, stress and family crisis, doubt, anger or forgiveness. We’ll work together to change behaviors and attitudes. I work with you to strengthen your recovery. E-mail me at karmajerry@yahoo.com
Life comes with many challenges and uncertainties. At times these challenges can create some imbalance for all of us. I provide a warm, caring and sensitive place, giving my clients the space to explore ways in which to navigate life’s joys, disappointments and challenges. I work alongside you to explore the impact these challenges place on your life and work together to identify your goals that will help you regain balance and improve your mental and physical well-being. After a career in international business I made the transition to counseling, which has provided me unique insight and firsthand experience with changes
Life comes with many challenges and uncertainties. At times these challenges can create some imbalance for all of us. I provide a warm, caring and sensitive place, giving my clients the space to explore ways in which to navigate life’s joys, disappointments and challenges. I work alongside you to explore the impact these challenges place on your life and work together to identify your goals that will help you regain balance and improve your mental and physical well-being. After a career in international business I made the transition to counseling, which has provided me unique insight and firsthand experience with changes
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I'm comfortable working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, substance abuse, psychosis, autism spectrum disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder. I implement individual evidenced based interventions designed to positive behavior change. I enjoy working with couples, families, parent training, adults and adolescents.
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst. I'm comfortable working with individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, bi-polar, substance abuse, psychosis, autism spectrum disorders and obsessive compulsive disorder. I implement individual evidenced based interventions designed to positive behavior change. I enjoy working with couples, families, parent training, adults and adolescents.
As a therapist I work with individuals, adolescents, families and couples. My main frameworks are cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing. My primary job is to provide you with a safe non-judgemental space to process and to achieve the goals that will make you more fulfilled in our high stress Bay Area. I can serve as a guide along this path as you discover what it means to be the truest you. As well as assist you to overcome whatever has been holding you back. It isn’t always easy but working on ourselves brings great rewards.
As a therapist I work with individuals, adolescents, families and couples. My main frameworks are cognitive behavioral therapy, strengths based psychotherapy, and motivational interviewing. My primary job is to provide you with a safe non-judgemental space to process and to achieve the goals that will make you more fulfilled in our high stress Bay Area. I can serve as a guide along this path as you discover what it means to be the truest you. As well as assist you to overcome whatever has been holding you back. It isn’t always easy but working on ourselves brings great rewards.
Hello! I am Dr. Jeff Schmidt. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, constant worry anger issues, chronic pain problems and relationship issues. I work with a variety of clients ranging from the age of 18 to 85.
Hello! I am Dr. Jeff Schmidt. I have over 20 years of experience helping individuals who suffer from depression, anxiety, constant worry anger issues, chronic pain problems and relationship issues. I work with a variety of clients ranging from the age of 18 to 85.
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.
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.
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 am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), based in California. I specialize in providing services to clients seeking support related to substance use and co-occurring anxiety, mood disorders, and psychosis. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Relapse Prevention and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to empower clients to make lasting changes and find practical solutions. I am committed to providing a supportive and collaborative space for individuals to gain insight and achieve personal growth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), based in California. I specialize in providing services to clients seeking support related to substance use and co-occurring anxiety, mood disorders, and psychosis. My therapeutic approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy-Relapse Prevention and Solution-Focused Brief Therapy to empower clients to make lasting changes and find practical solutions. I am committed to providing a supportive and collaborative space for individuals to gain insight and achieve personal growth.
If you or someone you know is struggling with Drug and Alcohol Addiction, and want to be treated with great care and confidentiality, then I am your counselor. My treatment plan is customized according to each client’s need, and focuses on not just recovery and sobriety forever but also to establish a happy and healthy successful life. I address anger management, early recovery, relapse prevention, and life skills training for the people suffering with addiction. I focus on adult clients of any gender and help them live a sober life with continuous guidance and outstanding treatment planning with my professional experience.
If you or someone you know is struggling with Drug and Alcohol Addiction, and want to be treated with great care and confidentiality, then I am your counselor. My treatment plan is customized according to each client’s need, and focuses on not just recovery and sobriety forever but also to establish a happy and healthy successful life. I address anger management, early recovery, relapse prevention, and life skills training for the people suffering with addiction. I focus on adult clients of any gender and help them live a sober life with continuous guidance and outstanding treatment planning with my professional experience.
My practice offers experienced therapy for adults and families navigating addiction, recovery, and life transitions.
I have over 30 years of experience offering compassionate, practical therapy for addiction, relationships, and life’s turning points.
I offer supportive, expert therapy for addiction, grief, divorce, and meaningful life change.
My practice offers experienced therapy for adults and families navigating addiction, recovery, and life transitions.
I have over 30 years of experience offering compassionate, practical therapy for addiction, relationships, and life’s turning points.
I offer supportive, expert therapy for addiction, grief, divorce, and meaningful life change.
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.
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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.