Substance Use Therapists in Shaw, Washington, DC
TheraCouch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
We help individuals combat the effects of Depression, Anxiety and other mental health and substance use diagnoses .
We are highly trained and experienced in providing therapy to individuals needing help with; Depression, Anxiety, and substance use disorders. We use treatment modalities tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients.
We help individuals combat the effects of Depression, Anxiety and other mental health and substance use diagnoses .
We are highly trained and experienced in providing therapy to individuals needing help with; Depression, Anxiety, and substance use disorders. We use treatment modalities tailored to meet the specific needs of our clients.
Dr. Victor D. Kidd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
His extensive training and background are deeply rooted in addressing anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, trauma, and life transitions.
As a seasoned Psychotherapist I am committed to providing a safe, engaging, and client-centered space for individuals and couples of the Black/African American community, first responders, youth, athletes, entertainers, and professionals. My approach is centered on understanding your unique experience and guiding you through challenges like trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Together, we will foster reflection, growth, and the meaningful life changes you desire. I use evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs, creating a pathway for healing. My goal is to empower and support you along the therapy journey.
His extensive training and background are deeply rooted in addressing anxiety, depression, grief, substance use, trauma, and life transitions.
As a seasoned Psychotherapist I am committed to providing a safe, engaging, and client-centered space for individuals and couples of the Black/African American community, first responders, youth, athletes, entertainers, and professionals. My approach is centered on understanding your unique experience and guiding you through challenges like trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Together, we will foster reflection, growth, and the meaningful life changes you desire. I use evidence-based therapies tailored to your needs, creating a pathway for healing. My goal is to empower and support you along the therapy journey.
Ashley Lauren Harrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have experience supporting clients with substance use, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Every client I work with is multifaceted and has many identities. I adapt my approach to meet people where they are, and honor the differences between us. People often come to therapy looking for change. I aim to provide a supportive space where change can safely occur. I have training in Somatic Experiencing, and believe that supporting the mind-body connection can be a fundamental part of a full healing and growth process. I believe every person has an innate capacity to heal, adapt, and thrive, once genuine support and safety are in place. Whether you reach out to me or another therapist, I hope you find what you need.
I have experience supporting clients with substance use, anxiety, and mood disorders.
Every client I work with is multifaceted and has many identities. I adapt my approach to meet people where they are, and honor the differences between us. People often come to therapy looking for change. I aim to provide a supportive space where change can safely occur. I have training in Somatic Experiencing, and believe that supporting the mind-body connection can be a fundamental part of a full healing and growth process. I believe every person has an innate capacity to heal, adapt, and thrive, once genuine support and safety are in place. Whether you reach out to me or another therapist, I hope you find what you need.
I primarily work with adults experiencing difficulties related to depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, grief, or coping with stress and change.
As a clinical social worker, I work from a strengths-based, person-centered, and deeply collaborative perspective. We become a team in your therapy journey. My approach to therapy is integrative, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic frameworks to support individual needs and goals. I also believe humor can play an important role in the therapeutic process. Clients work hard in therapy, and moments of levity can help reframe and normalize struggles in a positive or relieving manner.
I primarily work with adults experiencing difficulties related to depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, trauma, grief, or coping with stress and change.
As a clinical social worker, I work from a strengths-based, person-centered, and deeply collaborative perspective. We become a team in your therapy journey. My approach to therapy is integrative, and I draw from cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and humanistic frameworks to support individual needs and goals. I also believe humor can play an important role in the therapeutic process. Clients work hard in therapy, and moments of levity can help reframe and normalize struggles in a positive or relieving manner.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life.
I will be leading an 8-week virtual Grief & Loss group for adults who have experienced the death of loved one beginning in March. I also conduct comprehensive psychological, psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and forensic assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults.
If you are experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, grief, substance use problems, or difficulties related to past traumatic experiences, I would like to help you to improve your quality of life.
I will be leading an 8-week virtual Grief & Loss group for adults who have experienced the death of loved one beginning in March. I also conduct comprehensive psychological, psychoeducational, neuropsychological, and forensic assessment services for children, adolescents, and adults.
Ana-Alicia Farrar Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical background has led me to work with several different populations including those experiencing homelessness, those suffering from severe and chronic mental illness, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, serious medical conditions, and substance use disorders.
Hi there! I’m Ana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who believes that when we learn to be kinder to ourselves in difficult moments, positive change can happen.
My clinical background has led me to work with several different populations including those experiencing homelessness, those suffering from severe and chronic mental illness, as well as those dealing with anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationship issues, serious medical conditions, and substance use disorders.
Hi there! I’m Ana, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and therapist who believes that when we learn to be kinder to ourselves in difficult moments, positive change can happen.
With almost a decade of specialized experience, I offer trauma-informed psychotherapy for clients who appear successful on the surface—but are silently struggling with substance use disorders, burnout, anxiety, or unresolved trauma.
Through a personalized, integrative approach, I help clients safely explore emotional wounds, challenge limiting beliefs, and build meaningful, sustainable coping strategies. Whether you’re navigating major life transitions, experiencing relationship distress, or simply feeling disconnected despite outward success, I offer proven methods to help you thrive.
With almost a decade of specialized experience, I offer trauma-informed psychotherapy for clients who appear successful on the surface—but are silently struggling with substance use disorders, burnout, anxiety, or unresolved trauma.
Through a personalized, integrative approach, I help clients safely explore emotional wounds, challenge limiting beliefs, and build meaningful, sustainable coping strategies. Whether you’re navigating major life transitions, experiencing relationship distress, or simply feeling disconnected despite outward success, I offer proven methods to help you thrive.
Schwartz is a psychologist with many specialties including anxiety (OCD, GAD, Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety), depression, eating disorders, trauma and PTSD, insomnia, and substance use disorders.
Dr. Schwartz believes in the importance of providing evidence-based treatments that can be adapted to fit the individual goals and needs of each person. He was trained as a scientist practitioner and has worked as a clinician on several NIH-funded treatment studies for PTSD and eating disorders.
Schwartz is a psychologist with many specialties including anxiety (OCD, GAD, Specific Phobias, Panic Disorder, Social Anxiety), depression, eating disorders, trauma and PTSD, insomnia, and substance use disorders.
Dr. Schwartz believes in the importance of providing evidence-based treatments that can be adapted to fit the individual goals and needs of each person. He was trained as a scientist practitioner and has worked as a clinician on several NIH-funded treatment studies for PTSD and eating disorders.
Sonya S. Carter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS-A, CCM, BCTP-II, LICSW
Verified Verified
Online Only
You want to be done with anxiety, depression, stress, or substance use.
I specialize in the treatment of Mood, Anxiety, Trauma, and Substance Use Disorders, using a Cognitive-Behavioral approach. I also help people who wish to quit using Tobacco products. Lastly, I provide Psychological Evaluations for Immigration and Life Coaching.
You want to be done with anxiety, depression, stress, or substance use.
I specialize in the treatment of Mood, Anxiety, Trauma, and Substance Use Disorders, using a Cognitive-Behavioral approach. I also help people who wish to quit using Tobacco products. Lastly, I provide Psychological Evaluations for Immigration and Life Coaching.
I am an award-winning psychologist, professor, and researcher with expertise in stress, mental health, substance use, and addiction.
It's courageous and wonderful that you are interested in starting therapy. As a psychologist, my goal is to provide you with a compassionate and empowering therapeutic experience to help you improve your mental health, reach your goals, and achieve your potential. I see therapy as a place for you to gain insights about your personal patterns, process difficult experiences, overcome obstacles, and improve your relationships.
I am an award-winning psychologist, professor, and researcher with expertise in stress, mental health, substance use, and addiction.
It's courageous and wonderful that you are interested in starting therapy. As a psychologist, my goal is to provide you with a compassionate and empowering therapeutic experience to help you improve your mental health, reach your goals, and achieve your potential. I see therapy as a place for you to gain insights about your personal patterns, process difficult experiences, overcome obstacles, and improve your relationships.
Change can be frightening but exhilarating as well. As a psychotherapist helping people cope with various obstacles in life, I have come to believe we all have the potential to be successful and possess the tools we need to achieve our goals. The pace and direction will be up to you. I will help you think about your life issues and concerns differently and together we will develop strategies to handle them more effectively. Also, VASAP approved assessment and/ or sessions.
Change can be frightening but exhilarating as well. As a psychotherapist helping people cope with various obstacles in life, I have come to believe we all have the potential to be successful and possess the tools we need to achieve our goals. The pace and direction will be up to you. I will help you think about your life issues and concerns differently and together we will develop strategies to handle them more effectively. Also, VASAP approved assessment and/ or sessions.
Meet Our Substance Use Therapists
Life can constantly challenge our sense of self and confidence. I strongly feel that everyone is exactly who they ought to be. Each individual has strengths, and they can be difficult to identify when you’re struggling with your mental health. In my nearly 15 years of experience, I have worked with individuals who are experiencing every level of mental illness from its most disruptive forms to the day-to-day challenges. I have supported people in even the heaviest places recover, find a life of hope, and reaffirm their purpose.
Life can constantly challenge our sense of self and confidence. I strongly feel that everyone is exactly who they ought to be. Each individual has strengths, and they can be difficult to identify when you’re struggling with your mental health. In my nearly 15 years of experience, I have worked with individuals who are experiencing every level of mental illness from its most disruptive forms to the day-to-day challenges. I have supported people in even the heaviest places recover, find a life of hope, and reaffirm their purpose.
Sarah Pitkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I'm a licensed professional counselor located in Alexandria, VA but I'm also licensed to provide virtual therapy to clients in Washington DC, Maryland, Colorado and Pennsylvania. As daily life becomes more complex, many individuals face challenges such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, difficulty balancing work and life, and unresolved trauma. If you've been thinking about starting therapy, but unsure if now is the right time... I assure you now is the right time.
I'm a licensed professional counselor located in Alexandria, VA but I'm also licensed to provide virtual therapy to clients in Washington DC, Maryland, Colorado and Pennsylvania. As daily life becomes more complex, many individuals face challenges such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, difficulty balancing work and life, and unresolved trauma. If you've been thinking about starting therapy, but unsure if now is the right time... I assure you now is the right time.
Bayside Therapy, PC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Serves Area
April showers bring sadness. Call today. All insurance taken, many as in network.
Dr. Kesler (301)399-4696
April showers bring sadness. Call today. All insurance taken, many as in network.
Dr. Kesler (301)399-4696
Facing a new challenge, dealing with past hurt, or just trying to figure out the source of your distress? People seek therapy for a host of reasons, but at the root, we are often looking to live more fully, freely, and joyfully in a world that doesn’t always make space for us. I provide an affirming, anti-oppressive space where you can be heard, gain insight, and work toward meaningful, lasting change on your own terms. As a queer woman committed to liberatory healing, my work is informed by over two decades of experience in community-based mental health, harm reduction, and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Facing a new challenge, dealing with past hurt, or just trying to figure out the source of your distress? People seek therapy for a host of reasons, but at the root, we are often looking to live more fully, freely, and joyfully in a world that doesn’t always make space for us. I provide an affirming, anti-oppressive space where you can be heard, gain insight, and work toward meaningful, lasting change on your own terms. As a queer woman committed to liberatory healing, my work is informed by over two decades of experience in community-based mental health, harm reduction, and LGBTQ+ advocacy.
Veronica Fabani Psychotherapy, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, CAC I, MAC
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. As bilingual (Spanish and English) solution-focused therapists, the goal is to accompany you through the process of a personal challenge, in which you allow and make possible the transformation of your attitude towards what troubles you.
If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation or you're just ready to move in a new direction in your life, we look forward to working with you to achieve your goals. As bilingual (Spanish and English) solution-focused therapists, the goal is to accompany you through the process of a personal challenge, in which you allow and make possible the transformation of your attitude towards what troubles you.
Jenna Weintraub
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Seeking support and pursuing change in your life is a brave decision, and one I admire. I emphasize a collaborative, empathic relationship to help clients build a life worth living. I focus on creating a safe and supportive environment that helps clients achieve wanted changes and navigate challenges in their lives. I individually tailor treatment to each person I work with using evidence based treatment practices. My areas of focus are eating disorders, mood disorders, emotion dysregulation, self-injurious behaviors, relationship difficulties, challenging life transitions, and substance abuse.
Seeking support and pursuing change in your life is a brave decision, and one I admire. I emphasize a collaborative, empathic relationship to help clients build a life worth living. I focus on creating a safe and supportive environment that helps clients achieve wanted changes and navigate challenges in their lives. I individually tailor treatment to each person I work with using evidence based treatment practices. My areas of focus are eating disorders, mood disorders, emotion dysregulation, self-injurious behaviors, relationship difficulties, challenging life transitions, and substance abuse.
Whether you need one session or you're seeking an ongoing therapeutic relationship, I am available to support you online in the morning hours. If you want to move forward, but need help organizing your next steps, or if something is getting in the way of you living the life you want to live, you are warmly welcome to contact me via Psychology Today or my website. I also treat couples using the gold standard therapeutic model for couple's therapy, EFT.
Whether you need one session or you're seeking an ongoing therapeutic relationship, I am available to support you online in the morning hours. If you want to move forward, but need help organizing your next steps, or if something is getting in the way of you living the life you want to live, you are warmly welcome to contact me via Psychology Today or my website. I also treat couples using the gold standard therapeutic model for couple's therapy, EFT.
You’re meant for something more. Maybe your past is holding your back, or you feel like something is missing but you aren’t sure what. Many of us find that previous experiences get in the way of a full and meaningful life. Maybe your struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, or challenging relationships has interfered with knowing and living into your purpose. If this sounds like you, I’d like to help. I can guide you as you heal, learning to trust yourself. We will draw upon your strengths, including your spirituality and inner wisdom, so you can be kind to yourself and present for your meaningful life.
You’re meant for something more. Maybe your past is holding your back, or you feel like something is missing but you aren’t sure what. Many of us find that previous experiences get in the way of a full and meaningful life. Maybe your struggle with trauma, anxiety, depression, or challenging relationships has interfered with knowing and living into your purpose. If this sounds like you, I’d like to help. I can guide you as you heal, learning to trust yourself. We will draw upon your strengths, including your spirituality and inner wisdom, so you can be kind to yourself and present for your meaningful life.
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in building a genuine connection and honoring each client's individual needs and values. I believe in the power of cultivating a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients as we embark on this journey together toward achieving their goals. Establishing a safe and secure environment is at the heart of the work, providing a solid foundation for us to navigate through challenges, uncover profound insights, and create positive change in cognitions and behaviors.
My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in building a genuine connection and honoring each client's individual needs and values. I believe in the power of cultivating a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients as we embark on this journey together toward achieving their goals. Establishing a safe and secure environment is at the heart of the work, providing a solid foundation for us to navigate through challenges, uncover profound insights, and create positive change in cognitions and behaviors.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
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 substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.