Drug Abuse Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

Photo of Kate Lehmann, Drug & Alcohol Counselor in Minneapolis, MN
Kate Lehmann
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC, SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
I offer resources and counseling for substance use concerns including chemical dependency assessments, individual counseling, and assistance for friends and families dealing with the consequences of addiction. My services are available from initial assessment to recovery support following treatment. As an independent practitioner, I am able to provide options and referrals based solely on meeting your needs. I collaborate with you to find the best path forward - blending my expertise with your courage and desire to make changes in your life.
I offer resources and counseling for substance use concerns including chemical dependency assessments, individual counseling, and assistance for friends and families dealing with the consequences of addiction. My services are available from initial assessment to recovery support following treatment. As an independent practitioner, I am able to provide options and referrals based solely on meeting your needs. I collaborate with you to find the best path forward - blending my expertise with your courage and desire to make changes in your life.
(612) 306-4778 View (612) 306-4778
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Lauren Adsem
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC, MHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55409
My clients are doers that have done all they can to try to gain control over substance overuse. Whether you are a spouse or parent that is desperate to get your loved one to stop using or you are struggling with substance overuse yourself- I am here for it all. Substance overuse effects the entire family system and it is best treated as a whole. I specialize in helping family systems heal from the impact of substance overuse and find a sense of grounding in their lives. I will provide a safe space to explore your story and we will work together to build a plan that will bring relief all around.
My clients are doers that have done all they can to try to gain control over substance overuse. Whether you are a spouse or parent that is desperate to get your loved one to stop using or you are struggling with substance overuse yourself- I am here for it all. Substance overuse effects the entire family system and it is best treated as a whole. I specialize in helping family systems heal from the impact of substance overuse and find a sense of grounding in their lives. I will provide a safe space to explore your story and we will work together to build a plan that will bring relief all around.
(952) 592-5890 View (952) 592-5890
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Monica O'Connell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408  (Online Only)
Unsure of what's next for your relationship? Feeling like you need support due to lack of intimacy and connection? Struggling to communicate? Couples therapy is here to help during difficult relationship turning points. Whether you're unsure if you can truly heal from betrayal, have dealt with months or years of sexual disconnection or are struggling to be on the same page with your partner, consider booking a marital therapy session today. You will both acquire the tools and skills needed to not just survive this hard time but to learn how to thrive in a healthier and happier relationship.
Unsure of what's next for your relationship? Feeling like you need support due to lack of intimacy and connection? Struggling to communicate? Couples therapy is here to help during difficult relationship turning points. Whether you're unsure if you can truly heal from betrayal, have dealt with months or years of sexual disconnection or are struggling to be on the same page with your partner, consider booking a marital therapy session today. You will both acquire the tools and skills needed to not just survive this hard time but to learn how to thrive in a healthier and happier relationship.
(612) 429-3756 View (612) 429-3756
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Bethany Grace Kepler
Pre-Licensed Professional, ATR, MA
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55406
Bethany is deeply committed to social equality and actively tries to establish an inclusive, safe environment for all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race, ethnicity, religious or spiritual origin, or other factors. Bethany particularly enjoys supporting & working with LGBTQ and transgender people of all ages. Bethany provides therapy for humans experiencing relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, attachment trauma, survivors of complex trauma, & adjustment disorders.
Bethany is deeply committed to social equality and actively tries to establish an inclusive, safe environment for all people, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race, ethnicity, religious or spiritual origin, or other factors. Bethany particularly enjoys supporting & working with LGBTQ and transgender people of all ages. Bethany provides therapy for humans experiencing relationship conflict, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, schizophrenia, personality disorders, mood disorders, attachment trauma, survivors of complex trauma, & adjustment disorders.
(612) 662-2797 View (612) 662-2797
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Jessica Bell
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55401
I strive to join with individuals to create a space of support and compassion where healing can begin. I believe we all deserve to experience a life worth living. Whether it is trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, an eating disorder, or another form of mental health challenge that is preventing you from embodying your highest expression of yourself I will work with you to remove barriers and work toward your vision of happiness and contentment.
I strive to join with individuals to create a space of support and compassion where healing can begin. I believe we all deserve to experience a life worth living. Whether it is trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, an eating disorder, or another form of mental health challenge that is preventing you from embodying your highest expression of yourself I will work with you to remove barriers and work toward your vision of happiness and contentment.
(763) 703-1092 View (763) 703-1092
William Drescher
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55409  (Online Only)
I help people remember how awesome they truly are. Prior to entering private practice, I spent three years at a leading treatment center where I worked with a variety of people in a variety of unique circumstances. I am passionate about working with clients to improve their sense of self-compassion, and well-being, and transcend maladapted beliefs. My practice and work is inspired by the work of Gabor Mate, Richard Schwartz, and Buddhist Psychology. I am a Master's level pre-mental health licensure professional with experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders.
I help people remember how awesome they truly are. Prior to entering private practice, I spent three years at a leading treatment center where I worked with a variety of people in a variety of unique circumstances. I am passionate about working with clients to improve their sense of self-compassion, and well-being, and transcend maladapted beliefs. My practice and work is inspired by the work of Gabor Mate, Richard Schwartz, and Buddhist Psychology. I am a Master's level pre-mental health licensure professional with experience working with individuals with co-occurring disorders.
(612) 662-2364 View (612) 662-2364
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Jerrion Richardson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Why do you seem to grow irritable and frustrated with other people? Is there something that keeps you from being able to communicate with your partner? Something that keeps you from doing well at work? Why is it so hard to talk to that family member, to trust other people--to trust even your own judgment? You know just what you want to do in life (growth, stability, security, find a supportive romantic relationship), yet, so many of your goals have never been realized.
Why do you seem to grow irritable and frustrated with other people? Is there something that keeps you from being able to communicate with your partner? Something that keeps you from doing well at work? Why is it so hard to talk to that family member, to trust other people--to trust even your own judgment? You know just what you want to do in life (growth, stability, security, find a supportive romantic relationship), yet, so many of your goals have never been realized.
(612) 324-6714 View (612) 324-6714
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Albert N Brown
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, JD, MA, PCC, LADC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55412
I have 20 years' combined experience working with culturally, ethnically and generationally diverse clients in therapy, chemical use, restorative justice, and counseling children and families in need. I'm dedicated to enthusiastic, respectful and dynamic interactions as a means of creating and nurturing community interest. As a psychotherapist and LADC, I've worked with adults, adolescents, and families from all walks of life. My goal is to foster well-being in individuals and families. I seek to eliminate the stigma of shame and guilt associated with mental health and substance use, which leads to understanding, respectful conversations that enable healing.
I have 20 years' combined experience working with culturally, ethnically and generationally diverse clients in therapy, chemical use, restorative justice, and counseling children and families in need. I'm dedicated to enthusiastic, respectful and dynamic interactions as a means of creating and nurturing community interest. As a psychotherapist and LADC, I've worked with adults, adolescents, and families from all walks of life. My goal is to foster well-being in individuals and families. I seek to eliminate the stigma of shame and guilt associated with mental health and substance use, which leads to understanding, respectful conversations that enable healing.
(763) 265-7022 x2 View (763) 265-7022 x2
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Elizabeth Volkman
Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55406
I believe that understanding, accepting, and committing to our values is an integral part of recovery and creating a meaningful life. I aim to provide tools and support that allow individuals to resolve their past and thrive in the present. My professional experience and training is focused on providing advocacy and guidance for adults seeking management and relief from PTSD, substance use concerns, mood and anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.
I believe that understanding, accepting, and committing to our values is an integral part of recovery and creating a meaningful life. I aim to provide tools and support that allow individuals to resolve their past and thrive in the present. My professional experience and training is focused on providing advocacy and guidance for adults seeking management and relief from PTSD, substance use concerns, mood and anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.
(612) 441-2828 View (612) 441-2828
Photo of Susan Ann Gustafson, Psychologist in Minneapolis, MN
Susan Ann Gustafson
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55414
My commitment is to help you make positive life changes. There are times when we are faced with obstacles and difficulties that interfere with growth and development, preventing us from achieving goals and aspirations, and diminishing our happiness and wellbeing. Psychotherapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental setting to discover solutions to challenges. With the powerful tools of communication and insight, I will help you identify counterproductive patterns and habits preventing you from living an optimal life. Together we will recognize and build upon your strengths and skills, develop new resources and strategies, and discover beneficial, healing ways of approaching your life.
My commitment is to help you make positive life changes. There are times when we are faced with obstacles and difficulties that interfere with growth and development, preventing us from achieving goals and aspirations, and diminishing our happiness and wellbeing. Psychotherapy provides a safe, nonjudgmental setting to discover solutions to challenges. With the powerful tools of communication and insight, I will help you identify counterproductive patterns and habits preventing you from living an optimal life. Together we will recognize and build upon your strengths and skills, develop new resources and strategies, and discover beneficial, healing ways of approaching your life.
(612) 223-6458 View (612) 223-6458
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Dr. Todd J. Lukens
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, MA, MS
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to find your path in life? Are you still figuring out who you are and what you want out of life? You are not alone. Adolescence is a time of incredible transition and identity formation, and can be stressful and confusing. Despite how challenging this time is and that fact that our frontal lobe has not fully developed, we are asked to make some of the most important decisions of our lives (academic, occupational, relational, vocational). Adolescence and young adults often struggle with anxiety, depression, past trauma, substance use, and identity formation.
Are you a teenager or young adult struggling to find your path in life? Are you still figuring out who you are and what you want out of life? You are not alone. Adolescence is a time of incredible transition and identity formation, and can be stressful and confusing. Despite how challenging this time is and that fact that our frontal lobe has not fully developed, we are asked to make some of the most important decisions of our lives (academic, occupational, relational, vocational). Adolescence and young adults often struggle with anxiety, depression, past trauma, substance use, and identity formation.
(612) 887-3273 View (612) 887-3273
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Courtney Swanson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55439
Courtney is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with her Master’s degree for Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling from the University of St. Thomas. She has experience working with trauma, addiction, grief, and anxiety. Courtney works to create a safe space for clients to explore their hopes, desires, and emotions. She enjoys collaborating with clients to help find what is important to them. Courtney utilizes an integrative approach, and tailors her techniques to her clients’ needs. She believes in recognizing emotions, and learning how to express and feel them.
Courtney is a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor with her Master’s degree for Licensed Professional Clinical Counseling from the University of St. Thomas. She has experience working with trauma, addiction, grief, and anxiety. Courtney works to create a safe space for clients to explore their hopes, desires, and emotions. She enjoys collaborating with clients to help find what is important to them. Courtney utilizes an integrative approach, and tailors her techniques to her clients’ needs. She believes in recognizing emotions, and learning how to express and feel them.
(952) 230-2711 View (952) 230-2711
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Timothy Bechtel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408  (Online Only)
Therapy can be a transformative process that helps you reclaim your vitality and connection with yourself and others. Through my 18 years as a therapist I’ve come to understand the common issues that get in the way of peoples’ growth and success. I can help you identify what is getting in your way, understand what you learned early on that caused you to feel stuck in life now, and address those issues in a way that creates lasting change. I utilize treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) and other dynamic strategies to help you live life with more vibrancy and joy.
Therapy can be a transformative process that helps you reclaim your vitality and connection with yourself and others. Through my 18 years as a therapist I’ve come to understand the common issues that get in the way of peoples’ growth and success. I can help you identify what is getting in your way, understand what you learned early on that caused you to feel stuck in life now, and address those issues in a way that creates lasting change. I utilize treatments such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy (EMDR) and other dynamic strategies to help you live life with more vibrancy and joy.
(612) 887-2867 x2 View (612) 887-2867 x2
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Solstice Therapy and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408
We have current availability - email us to schedule a consultation call! If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, we are here to support you. Therapists at Solstice Therapy and Wellness will hold space, and collaborate with you to work towards meaningful change, improved self-care, healthy relationships, valued living, and more joy.
We have current availability - email us to schedule a consultation call! If you are feeling overwhelmed, anxious or depressed, we are here to support you. Therapists at Solstice Therapy and Wellness will hold space, and collaborate with you to work towards meaningful change, improved self-care, healthy relationships, valued living, and more joy.
(612) 482-2115 View (612) 482-2115
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Joy Xie
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
I strive to bring unconditional positive regard, empathy, and cultural responsiveness to meet you where you are and walk in this journey of discovery, growth, and healing with you. I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship, insight, and therapeutic tools and skills to actualize positive, productive change in your life. I will honor you as the expert of your own life and value your autonomy in counseling direction, decision-making, and taking action. Practicing from a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach, I work with primarily adults.
I strive to bring unconditional positive regard, empathy, and cultural responsiveness to meet you where you are and walk in this journey of discovery, growth, and healing with you. I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship, insight, and therapeutic tools and skills to actualize positive, productive change in your life. I will honor you as the expert of your own life and value your autonomy in counseling direction, decision-making, and taking action. Practicing from a strengths-based, trauma-informed, and client-centered approach, I work with primarily adults.
(612) 445-0257 View (612) 445-0257
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Marco Murrieta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55417
I welcome you if you are new to therapy or have a history of benefiting from it. I make it a priority that you feel safe to proceed in therapy at a pace that works for you. Life brings us frequent changes and I hope to guide you through these expected and unexpected adjustments while reminding you to Love Yourz. Me encantaría conocerlo/a si nunca ha tenido terapia or si ya tiene experiencia. Para mi, es muy importante que usted se sienta segura y cómoda en nuestra terapia. La vida nos trae muchos cambios y espero guiarlo/a con estos ajustes esperados e inesperados.
I welcome you if you are new to therapy or have a history of benefiting from it. I make it a priority that you feel safe to proceed in therapy at a pace that works for you. Life brings us frequent changes and I hope to guide you through these expected and unexpected adjustments while reminding you to Love Yourz. Me encantaría conocerlo/a si nunca ha tenido terapia or si ya tiene experiencia. Para mi, es muy importante que usted se sienta segura y cómoda en nuestra terapia. La vida nos trae muchos cambios y espero guiarlo/a con estos ajustes esperados e inesperados.
(612) 294-7135 View (612) 294-7135
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Jessica Sells
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55419
I am passionate about supporting you in finding your voice, getting yourself rooted in your own authenticity and learning how to hold on to yourself in relationships. Together we will explore your own strength through practices of self-discovery and personal empowerment. Whether you're in a relationship or single and looking, we'll work together so you can feel secure as your own person. Healthy and happy relationships depend on a healthy and happy you!
I am passionate about supporting you in finding your voice, getting yourself rooted in your own authenticity and learning how to hold on to yourself in relationships. Together we will explore your own strength through practices of self-discovery and personal empowerment. Whether you're in a relationship or single and looking, we'll work together so you can feel secure as your own person. Healthy and happy relationships depend on a healthy and happy you!
(612) 979-1784 View (612) 979-1784
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Ryan Jaeger
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55407
Accepting new relational clients (couples, families, ENM) only at this time-. If the sound of your morning alarm has ever filled you with dread, you've come to the right place. Reaching out to a therapist can be intimidating as hell, I get it. However, I'm a person who knows what it's like to be on both sides of the therapeutic relationship.
Accepting new relational clients (couples, families, ENM) only at this time-. If the sound of your morning alarm has ever filled you with dread, you've come to the right place. Reaching out to a therapist can be intimidating as hell, I get it. However, I'm a person who knows what it's like to be on both sides of the therapeutic relationship.
(612) 429-5064 View (612) 429-5064
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Cody Oaks
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Self-exploration with a compassionate, curiously-engaged presence is a powerful experience which results in deep, lasting change. Often times, our experience of the world and ourselves can feel vaguely yet urgently unsatisfying. Sometimes we unconsciously live in a reality which no longer feels like it "fits", but we know therapy is about opening up to see yourself and the world in a new, more boundless way. Confusion is a great step towards new growth, and we can work together to help you experience life more fully. (For efficient scheduling purposes, please email rather than call)
Self-exploration with a compassionate, curiously-engaged presence is a powerful experience which results in deep, lasting change. Often times, our experience of the world and ourselves can feel vaguely yet urgently unsatisfying. Sometimes we unconsciously live in a reality which no longer feels like it "fits", but we know therapy is about opening up to see yourself and the world in a new, more boundless way. Confusion is a great step towards new growth, and we can work together to help you experience life more fully. (For efficient scheduling purposes, please email rather than call)
(612) 324-0805 View (612) 324-0805
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Ariel Brinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418
We are all on a journey that often presents itself in different ways for different people; each person’s life is unique. I love connecting with and seeing my clients reach their goals, sometimes that means being in a space of validation and collaboration, sometimes that means I hold you accountable for doing the work required to change to meet your goals. Regardless, I will be there for you. It doesn’t matter if it is anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma that is getting in the way, I will help you find a way to a better place.
We are all on a journey that often presents itself in different ways for different people; each person’s life is unique. I love connecting with and seeing my clients reach their goals, sometimes that means being in a space of validation and collaboration, sometimes that means I hold you accountable for doing the work required to change to meet your goals. Regardless, I will be there for you. It doesn’t matter if it is anxiety, depression, addiction or trauma that is getting in the way, I will help you find a way to a better place.
(612) 208-6151 View (612) 208-6151

Drug Abuse 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.