Drug Abuse Therapists in Montgomery County, VA
Nathaniel Alexander
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Hi there! I am Nathaniel "Nate" Alexander, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience. I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in Virginia. I specialize in the areas of addiction, codependency, life transitions, relapse prevention, and relationship issues, and I utilize treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral, Couples Therapy, Marital, Motivational Interviewing, and Relational therapies. I believe that if a person uses sound common sense, their decision-making efforts and life outcomes will improve.
Hi there! I am Nathaniel "Nate" Alexander, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 26 years of experience. I am also a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor (CSAC) in Virginia. I specialize in the areas of addiction, codependency, life transitions, relapse prevention, and relationship issues, and I utilize treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral, Couples Therapy, Marital, Motivational Interviewing, and Relational therapies. I believe that if a person uses sound common sense, their decision-making efforts and life outcomes will improve.
Hilton Johnson
Resident in Counseling, QMHP-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Life is complex. There are times when anxiety, depression, trauma, personal issues (relationships, family, career), and substances are experienced. And there are times where joy and excitement are experienced. You need a safe, nonjudgmental, and trusting space to talk about your experience, feel validated and heard, explore solutions, and press forward in your success. My therapeutic style is laid-back, warmth, empathic, compassionate, strength oriented, and lastly using humor to therapeutically laugh during times when it is appropriate. I will meet you where you’re at in your journey!
Life is complex. There are times when anxiety, depression, trauma, personal issues (relationships, family, career), and substances are experienced. And there are times where joy and excitement are experienced. You need a safe, nonjudgmental, and trusting space to talk about your experience, feel validated and heard, explore solutions, and press forward in your success. My therapeutic style is laid-back, warmth, empathic, compassionate, strength oriented, and lastly using humor to therapeutically laugh during times when it is appropriate. I will meet you where you’re at in your journey!
Joshua Redding
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060 (Online Only)
Joshua Redding is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 15 years of professional experience working with young adults (14-24) and adults in a wide variety of settings. He specializes in treating concerns related to addiction, anxiety, anger, depression, chronic stress, ADHD, men’s issues, panic-related problems, and sports performance. As a former high-level college athlete, he understands the mental health concerns that can affect performance.
Joshua Redding is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) who has over 15 years of professional experience working with young adults (14-24) and adults in a wide variety of settings. He specializes in treating concerns related to addiction, anxiety, anger, depression, chronic stress, ADHD, men’s issues, panic-related problems, and sports performance. As a former high-level college athlete, he understands the mental health concerns that can affect performance.
John Leonard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Waitlist for new clients
We each have our own unique journey through life. We are constantly growing, changing, and developing. Sometimes we need help facing obstacles that block our progress or threaten our wellbeing. I want to help you identify those roadblocks and guide you over, around, or through them. My goal is to see your life from your perspective so I can accompany you in exploring who you are, where you have been, and who you want to become. Growth can be tough - we don't grow when we're comfortable - but you don’t have to face these changes alone. Together, we can develop clarity, confidence, and insight to help you achieve a better life.
We each have our own unique journey through life. We are constantly growing, changing, and developing. Sometimes we need help facing obstacles that block our progress or threaten our wellbeing. I want to help you identify those roadblocks and guide you over, around, or through them. My goal is to see your life from your perspective so I can accompany you in exploring who you are, where you have been, and who you want to become. Growth can be tough - we don't grow when we're comfortable - but you don’t have to face these changes alone. Together, we can develop clarity, confidence, and insight to help you achieve a better life.
Paul Delaughter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Christiansburg, VA 24073 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Paul Delaughter is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping others address the challenges in their lives. Paul implements an evidence-based approach toward helping his clients identify and address the challenges they face.
Paul Delaughter is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is passionate about helping others address the challenges in their lives. Paul implements an evidence-based approach toward helping his clients identify and address the challenges they face.
Arielle Pollack
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Welcome to a safe space where your journey to healing begins. I am Arielle (she/her) and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered, and identity-affirming care. I aim to create a nonjudgmental space where you can freely express your unfiltered thoughts and feelings. In my practice, I recognize you as the expert in your own life and experiences. Think of me as a co-traveler in your journey, offering support and guidance as you navigate the path to healing. My areas of expertise include working with anxiety, mood disorders, LGBT issues, interpersonal difficulties, substance abuse, and serious mental illnesses.
Welcome to a safe space where your journey to healing begins. I am Arielle (she/her) and I am dedicated to providing compassionate, client-centered, and identity-affirming care. I aim to create a nonjudgmental space where you can freely express your unfiltered thoughts and feelings. In my practice, I recognize you as the expert in your own life and experiences. Think of me as a co-traveler in your journey, offering support and guidance as you navigate the path to healing. My areas of expertise include working with anxiety, mood disorders, LGBT issues, interpersonal difficulties, substance abuse, and serious mental illnesses.
Trent Davis
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
My professional interests include depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and serious mental illness. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families in therapy. I also focuses on stress management and wellness in my clinical work. My therapeutic influences are primarily Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Systemic, and Interpersonal theories.
My professional interests include depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and serious mental illness. I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families in therapy. I also focuses on stress management and wellness in my clinical work. My therapeutic influences are primarily Humanistic, Cognitive-Behavioral, Systemic, and Interpersonal theories.
Alan Willard
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, DMin
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24060
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
When life hurts, I can help. Are you struggling with difficulties that have you feeling depressed, angry, worried, or guilty? Are your relationships at home or work in trouble or conflict? I help individuals and couples who are facing a variety of issues such as depression, anxiety, anger, infidelity, pornography, coping w/chronic illness, sexual problems, PTSD, OCD and much more. I started out my professional career as a church pastor, and in my 40's transitioned into becoming a counselor/therapist. I guide people to get over problems and to be their deeper, higher, and more loving, compassionate self.
Brianna Figgins
LPC Intern, BS, QMHP-T
Verified Verified
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Hello! I am an Intern/QMHP-T who enjoys working with people who are looking for a safe, supportive environment. I have experience providing therapy to clients living with depression, anxiety, and other mood-related disorders. I also work with substance abuse and LGBTQ clients. My view of counseling is to help create feelings of acceptance and safety for all.
Hello! I am an Intern/QMHP-T who enjoys working with people who are looking for a safe, supportive environment. I have experience providing therapy to clients living with depression, anxiety, and other mood-related disorders. I also work with substance abuse and LGBTQ clients. My view of counseling is to help create feelings of acceptance and safety for all.
Jessica Talley-Haynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, FAMI, CNIT, FMCHC, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24060
I help people who are stuck; people who are being pushed unexpectedly into life-changing transitions that feel undesirable or unmanageable, and those who feel depleted from fighting for everyone else but don't have time for themselves. I especially love working with "out-of-the-box" folks who feel squeezed into ill-fitting societal boxes. My clients long for deep self-compassion and acceptance for all of who they are, to heal the parts that they have ignored or denied.
I help people who are stuck; people who are being pushed unexpectedly into life-changing transitions that feel undesirable or unmanageable, and those who feel depleted from fighting for everyone else but don't have time for themselves. I especially love working with "out-of-the-box" folks who feel squeezed into ill-fitting societal boxes. My clients long for deep self-compassion and acceptance for all of who they are, to heal the parts that they have ignored or denied.
Jane Leo
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have to force yourself to get through the day? Do you feel disconnected from your life, as if just going through the motions? Familial and cultural conditioning often cast us in limiting roles. Whether we know it or not, we find ourselves falling into these same familiar patterns even when they undermine our best efforts towards a happy life. I help clients build an awareness to the relationship they have with themselves starting by identifying the character traits they've strengthened in order to survive. This ultimately allows them to move towards more self-compassion, freedom, and purpose in their lives.
Do you have to force yourself to get through the day? Do you feel disconnected from your life, as if just going through the motions? Familial and cultural conditioning often cast us in limiting roles. Whether we know it or not, we find ourselves falling into these same familiar patterns even when they undermine our best efforts towards a happy life. I help clients build an awareness to the relationship they have with themselves starting by identifying the character traits they've strengthened in order to survive. This ultimately allows them to move towards more self-compassion, freedom, and purpose in their lives.
Krysten Garrett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24061
No matter what you do, you feel like you can’t get out from under the weight of the past. You have a hard time connecting with friends and family, or avoid them altogether, because they just can’t understand. You find yourself thinking “it wasn’t that bad. Other people have it worse. So why can't I feel better?” You can't sleep, have aches and pains, and other physical symptoms you can’t explain. Maybe you’ve tried to push these feelings away with work, relationships, alcohol, or Netflix. These feelings and behaviors can make you feel like you’re trapped in a maze with no end in sight.
No matter what you do, you feel like you can’t get out from under the weight of the past. You have a hard time connecting with friends and family, or avoid them altogether, because they just can’t understand. You find yourself thinking “it wasn’t that bad. Other people have it worse. So why can't I feel better?” You can't sleep, have aches and pains, and other physical symptoms you can’t explain. Maybe you’ve tried to push these feelings away with work, relationships, alcohol, or Netflix. These feelings and behaviors can make you feel like you’re trapped in a maze with no end in sight.
Aaron Gleaves
Resident in Counseling
Verified Verified
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Not accepting new clients
I want you to feel heard, understood, supported, and cared for, so that you can live your life the way you would like to. We will work towards forming a relationship that allows us to explore your strengths, your needs, and your goals at a pace that feels comfortable. Motivational Interviewing methods help me inspire a sense of confidence in the people I serve.
I want you to feel heard, understood, supported, and cared for, so that you can live your life the way you would like to. We will work towards forming a relationship that allows us to explore your strengths, your needs, and your goals at a pace that feels comfortable. Motivational Interviewing methods help me inspire a sense of confidence in the people I serve.
Stephanie A. Fearer
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Blacksburg, VA 24060
Not accepting new clients
I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals looking for help with issues including substance use, depression, bipolar, anxiety, trauma, life transition, and more. I offer individual sessions for adults as well as couple sessions. I enjoy working with clients from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
I welcome the opportunity to work with individuals looking for help with issues including substance use, depression, bipolar, anxiety, trauma, life transition, and more. I offer individual sessions for adults as well as couple sessions. I enjoy working with clients from different cultures, backgrounds, and experiences.
Liz Kates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Christiansburg, VA 24073
Not accepting new clients
Welcome and thank you for considering me as a potential provider. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with an intrinsic passion for helping others. Growing up in a military family, I was exposed to diverse populations with varying levels of need. From a young age, I have felt compelled to serve others. I have experience serving children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of challenges, including mood symptoms, behavioral issues, trauma, relationship issues, and educational challenges.
Welcome and thank you for considering me as a potential provider. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with an intrinsic passion for helping others. Growing up in a military family, I was exposed to diverse populations with varying levels of need. From a young age, I have felt compelled to serve others. I have experience serving children, adolescents, and adults facing a variety of challenges, including mood symptoms, behavioral issues, trauma, relationship issues, and educational challenges.
Online Therapists
Pepper Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Martinsville, VA 24112
I firmly believe we all have the capacity to improve our quality of life, and I approach therapy as a way to achieve this. When working with me, my goal as a therapist is to provide genuine connection, empathy, and tools to navigate through life with success. You will be heard, valued, and supported, without judgement or dismissal.
I firmly believe we all have the capacity to improve our quality of life, and I approach therapy as a way to achieve this. When working with me, my goal as a therapist is to provide genuine connection, empathy, and tools to navigate through life with success. You will be heard, valued, and supported, without judgement or dismissal.
Jennifer Estep
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd, QMHP-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Galax, VA 24333
Do you feel misunderstood, unheard, or unappreciated by others? Have difficulty forming relationships and seeing your own unique value as a human? If you are ready to go on the journey to personal growth to re-write these negative stories in your mind; I will provide you a safe and judgement free space to work through these challenges. My therapeutic approach is integrative; I do not believe that humans are intended to fit into a therapeutic mold, therapy should instead be tailored to meet the individual need.
Do you feel misunderstood, unheard, or unappreciated by others? Have difficulty forming relationships and seeing your own unique value as a human? If you are ready to go on the journey to personal growth to re-write these negative stories in your mind; I will provide you a safe and judgement free space to work through these challenges. My therapeutic approach is integrative; I do not believe that humans are intended to fit into a therapeutic mold, therapy should instead be tailored to meet the individual need.
Amanda Saoit
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, EDMR, CBT, Trauma
Verified Verified
Salem, VA 24153 (Online Only)
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm grateful for your courage to take this step. I’ve spent over a decade helping adults, youth (14 & older on case-by-case basis) and families overcome many different challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. I also offer therapeutic support to those who want to grow their family through adoption. I use CBT, mindfulness, substance use recovery methods, strengths-based approach and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR is scientifically proven as an effective form of treatment for PTSD, depression/anxiety and distressing events.
Hi there! My name is Amanda and I'm grateful for your courage to take this step. I’ve spent over a decade helping adults, youth (14 & older on case-by-case basis) and families overcome many different challenges: PTSD, trauma, anxiety, depression, addiction, and major life transitions. I also offer therapeutic support to those who want to grow their family through adoption. I use CBT, mindfulness, substance use recovery methods, strengths-based approach and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing therapy (EMDR). EMDR is scientifically proven as an effective form of treatment for PTSD, depression/anxiety and distressing events.
Abby Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CSAC-IT
Verified Verified
Callaway, VA 24067 (Online Only)
I am a licensed therapist who is passionate about providing trauma-informed, client-centered care. During our time together, I will do my best to create a safe space free of judgement and expectations, where we can work together to achieve your goals. Whether you are trying to cope with being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world, to heal from past or current traumatic events, or having conflict in your relationships, I'm here to listen and give a supportive space to process. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
I am a licensed therapist who is passionate about providing trauma-informed, client-centered care. During our time together, I will do my best to create a safe space free of judgement and expectations, where we can work together to achieve your goals. Whether you are trying to cope with being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world, to heal from past or current traumatic events, or having conflict in your relationships, I'm here to listen and give a supportive space to process. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
Jason Kent
Resident in Counseling, MA, LPC-R
Verified Verified
Lynchburg, VA 24503
I offer individual therapy for adults and adolescents, with a primary focus and expertise on those that are currently struggling with anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, and trauma. Other areas of expertise include family conflict, difficult life transitions, career/vocational issues, and challenges unique to men during this season.
I offer individual therapy for adults and adolescents, with a primary focus and expertise on those that are currently struggling with anxiety, addiction, depression, grief, and trauma. Other areas of expertise include family conflict, difficult life transitions, career/vocational issues, and challenges unique to men during this season.
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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.