Addiction Therapists in Denver, CO
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Agnieszka Baklazec
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, CFI
Verified
Verified
In my practice we am able to help you work on trauma,
addiction
, change of life events to include but not limited to starting or dissolving a family, and operating in a family system where conflict is the primary form if interaction.
My name is Agnieszka Baklazec and I along with three other therapists in my practice are here for you. We believe that some of life events are traumatic enough and difficult enough that we lose sight of who we truly are as people. We believe therapy can help us get to that beautiful state when, even the imperfections, make up for a beautiful human being each of us is. We also believe that therapy should be affordable and accessible, therefore, we have the ability to offer sliding scare at my practice. This option is usually ideal for someone who does not have insurance or chooses not to utilize it.
Harrison P. Crown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LAC, MBA
Verified
Verified
Years specializing in
substance
use and mental health and extensive practice ranging from inpatient to outpatient treatment settings.
I offer counseling (individual, couples, group), case management, crisis intervention, treatment placement.
Lindsay Windels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified
Verified
Feeling concerned about your own
substance
use or your loved one's
substance
use can be a lonely and uncomfortable place.
It can be scary when you first realize that your alcohol or drug use has gotten out of control, or when a loved one's use is starting to affect you in negative ways. You see how drug and alcohol use can impact different areas of your life, including things like your job and your relationships with your friends and family. Reaching out for help for the first time can be difficult, fearing that once you share the truth with someone you will be given nothing but judgment in return.
Nealy Beth Tobin Lofting
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work with families, couples and individuals suffering from
Addiction
, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, self destructive behaviors, trauma and grief.
`Do you feel like no one understands you or that you struggle to understand yourself? Does anxiety overwhelm you? Is it getting in the way of sleep, relationships and decisions making? I believe it’s time to stand up to yourself and for yourself. Together, we can determine a new course for you. You don’t have to spend your life escaping a difficult reality anymore. You can learn skills to help you face reality, and enjoy the life you have.
Not accepting new clients
Kimberly Ann Thompson-Texidor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hi! I am glad you are here. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist with 25 years of experience in the
substance
abuse and mental health field. If you have been impacted by a loved one's drug and alcohol use, you are not alone. Family members often have questions, fears, and confusion on how to deal with a loved ones
substance
abuse. You may have the following questions: How do I support my loved one? How do I set boundaries? What is enabling? What do I do with all of my feelings? It is my mission to provide a supportive, educational, and therapeutic space so that you can begin your own journey of healing and recovery.
Vincent Vargas
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MEd, EdS, NCC, LPCC
Verified
Verified
Vince is a national certified counselor and a licensed professional counselor candidate. He has a Master of Education in Counselor Education and a Specialist Degree in Counselor Education from Clemson University. Vince has worked with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings such as schools, outpatient, inpatient, and
substance
abuse facilities. Vince is also bilingual in Spanish and English.
Lois Leder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Individual therapy is offered to adults and adolescents who are seeking to develop more effective coping skills, emotional regulation and /or achieving or maintaining sobriety. If you are experiencing depression, anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship problems, or issues relating to
substance
abuse, I have more than 30 years experience working with a wide variety of clients and am currently the Director of Center For Recovery, a dual diagnosis intensive outpatient treatment program. -
Aryeh R. Barris
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Congratulations on taking the brave step of seeking therapy! It would be my pleasure to help you navigate your journey in becoming the most healthy and effective version of yourself. As your therapist, I will empower you to sit in the driver sit, as I gently guide you with a map. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, depression, grief, or addictive tendencies (such as
substance
addiction
), I am confident that together we can help you achieve relief, and progress toward your goals.
Waitlist for new clients
Shane Hartman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified
Verified
Spoiler alert:
Addiction
, codependence, depression/anxiety, perfectionism, material striving, control issues, and self-criticism etc.
“Trying to define yourself is like trying to bite your own teeth.” – Alan Watts. Sounds pretty pointless and dumb to me (and probably to dentists everywhere). Attempting to work on yourself alone only takes you so far and really drags out the Suffer-Fest. That’s what therapy is all about; an unbiased, collaborative relationship, preferably with someone who actually gives a shit (me, hi), that can help you to understand and accept yourself fully.
Jacobs Counseling Services, LLC
MS, NLC, RMHCI
Verified
Verified
I provide education, skill-building, process and support to those battling
addiction
/
substance
abuse and co-occurring mental health concerns.
I am a psychotherapist based out of the Denver Metro area (credentialed through DORA) and a DVOMB Full Operating Level Approved Provider in the state of CO to provide domestic violence treatment services. I have extensive experience, both personally and professionally, with
addiction
and dual diagnosis treatment. I bring 10+ years of recovery to my work and, where appropriate, integrate it into my evidence-based practice and approach. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy and, per client needs, integrate additional practices (i.e. solution-focused, family systems, motivational enhancement, rational-emotive behavioral therapies).
Alisha Bashaw
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I work in the treatment of eating disorders and
addiction
, and specialize in the intersection of binge eating disorder and
addiction
.
I see life as a story, and we hold the pens to our next steps. Some chapters of our stories are wonderful, some are more difficult, and all of them combined make us who we are. I believe that everyone has much to tell, and I'd love to hear your story. I am passionate about helping people live the lives they desire, holding space for mystery and wonder as each person’s path unfolds, and integrating mental, physical, emotional, and spiritual health into a holistic approach. I often use a narrative therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and existential lens in session.
Olive Tree Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LAC, MAC
Verified
Verified
I offer therapy in English and Spanish for adults and adolescents, specializing in perinatal mental health, chronic pain and
substance
abuse.
Deciding to go to therapy can be intimidating, but is a courageous decision to make. Whether this is your first time coming to treatment or a repeat, I want to congratulate you for having the self awareness and strength to create a positive change for your future!
Your Intervention
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CAClll
Verified
Verified
Specialties are important, such as Belina's co occurring (both mental health and
substance
abuse) education and time in the industry.
We all know someone who needs professional help. It is clear to you and others that they are not healthy, they are sabotaging their life through a slow form of suicide. Typically this looks like heavy drinking, and/or drug abuse which then is reflected in their personal and professional relationships. Through an intervention by Belina, a clinician of 25 years, you can get effective help. When a team of loved ones, plus a facilitator such as a seasoned clinician, gathers, change can begin. Call soon, no time should be wasted.
Georgia Hitchcock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CACIII
Verified
Verified
I specialize in Marriage and Family concerns,
addiction
, eating disorders and Trauma/PTSD.
Do you feel overwhelmed?
Are relationships frustrating?
Are your kids driving you nuts?
Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life?
Are you depressed, anxious or fearful?
Gage Gerardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I specialize in trauma therapy, specifically in terms of trauma caused by LGBTQ+ issues, as well as trauma that leads to
substance
use and
addiction
.
Have you ever felt like you’ve experienced things in your life that make you feel alone, as if others can’t possibly understand? Have you been overwhelmed by your trauma to the point it has severely impacted your mental health – specifically depression and anxiety? Your choices and behaviors are all deep-rooted in issues of the past? Do you just need a better way to cope? If you struggle with any of the above questions, I may be a perfect match for you.
Waitlist for new clients
Alison Sanvick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have worked with clients struggling with mental health issues,
substance
abuse, and severe and persistent mental illnesses.
Welcome! I’m so happy you’re here. Acknowledging and accepting you could use help is the first step on your journey to wellness. I have had the honor of working with many clients from many walks of life, all sharing one thing in common: wanting to achieve some form of growth and forward movement in their lives. I look forward to exploring what “getting better” means to you. We will work as a team creating a roadmap to achieve the growth you seek and deserve.
Restorative Peak Counseling
Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, ATP
Verified
Verified
I specialize in
substance
use disorder, PTSD/EMDR therapy, LGBTQIA populations, and those that are experiencing anxiety, depression, and general stress.
When it comes to therapy, I try to make the process as applicable as possible for the client in order to make them feel comfortable. A lot of the clients I see are working on difficult transitions in life, such as grief and loss, coping with stress from daily life, or working through their past. The clients I see are all motivated to not let their past, daily stressors, or negative habits define who they are! We will work through these issues in order to gain awareness, generate acceptance, and then take appropriate action in order to get the most out of life. I will go at your pace to allow for both comfort and development.
Not accepting new clients
Tye Kemp
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
The experience of life can be dark at times, but it is my sincere belief that with positive intention, dedicated effort, and genuine connection we can brighten your journey. My professional experience in private practice, non-profit agencies, and school settings has given me the ability to comfortably counsel individuals addressing a number of different issues. My primary cliental are individuals struggling with addictions. I am currently operating under a federal contract serving client's who are battling
addiction
. The clients I work with are facing some of life’s most difficult circumstances including but not limited to divorce, grief from losing loved ones, job loss, homelessness, relocation, financial difficulties, and mental illness. I use a Cognitive Behavioral approach that addresses both the physiological and psychological patterns that underlie
addiction
, depression, and anxiety.
Stephen W. Mitchell Phd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, PhD, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I have worked in the field of
addiction
for 6 years.
I have a wide range of experience working with individuals and couples. I primarily focus on helping clients understand how experiences in their life have influenced their beliefs, behaviors, emotions and relationships. I think this helps clients understand what action they need to take to feel connected to themselves and others. If I can be helpful in deepening your relationships with others and self please give me a call.
Blair Thurston Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello! Do you love someone struggling with an
addiction
? Have you tried everything to help but nothing seems to be working? Clients come to me because their spouse, significant other, child, parent, or friend is dealing with an
addiction
and they need help. My clients find that their lives have become chaotic, scary, and unpredictable and they live in a state of fear wondering "when is the next shoe going to drop?" They feel powerless, constantly on-edge, and want to know how they can help their loved one. Maybe at some point you realize that your mental health has begun to suffer as well and you could use some personalized support.
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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.