Alcohol Use Therapists in Atlanta, GA

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Tammy Cha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Whether you’re managing stress, anxiety, depression, recovering from substance or alcohol use, or striving for personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you.
Hello, I’m Tammy Cha, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) deeply committed to supporting mental health and well-being. With extensive experience in the field, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome life’s challenges and discover their path to emotional balance and resilience. I am licensed to provide psychotherapy services in Florida, Georgia, and Virginia, and I’m here to guide you toward growth and healing.
Whether you’re managing stress, anxiety, depression, recovering from substance or alcohol use, or striving for personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you.
Hello, I’m Tammy Cha, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) deeply committed to supporting mental health and well-being. With extensive experience in the field, I am passionate about helping individuals overcome life’s challenges and discover their path to emotional balance and resilience. I am licensed to provide psychotherapy services in Florida, Georgia, and Virginia, and I’m here to guide you toward growth and healing.
(678) 946-2697 View (678) 946-2697
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Shoplifting Classes (Court Approved)
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC-II, CEAP, SAP, MATS, PhD
8 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30326
Testing and Evaluation, Substance Use, Alcohol Use, Drug Use, Anger Management
We provide Court Approved Shoplifting and Theft Prevention Classes. We have helped thousands of people meet their requirements for court and probation. With over 300 five star reviews on Google, we have the experience and expertise to meet your requirements.
Testing and Evaluation, Substance Use, Alcohol Use, Drug Use, Anger Management
We provide Court Approved Shoplifting and Theft Prevention Classes. We have helped thousands of people meet their requirements for court and probation. With over 300 five star reviews on Google, we have the experience and expertise to meet your requirements.
(470) 592-6169 View (470) 592-6169
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Wendy Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I work individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues including addiction, alcohol use, anger management, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, and relationship issues.
We live in a society full of too many challenges, and we must prioritize what needs to get done and let go of the things we can not change. Through acoustic wave therapy, EMDR, or traditional therapy, I will find what works for you to overcome the ghosts of the past and move you into the present, so you can live for today and not in your past.
I work individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues including addiction, alcohol use, anger management, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, and relationship issues.
We live in a society full of too many challenges, and we must prioritize what needs to get done and let go of the things we can not change. Through acoustic wave therapy, EMDR, or traditional therapy, I will find what works for you to overcome the ghosts of the past and move you into the present, so you can live for today and not in your past.
(404) 528-1084 View (404) 528-1084
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Wendy Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I work individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues including addiction, alcohol use, anger management, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, and relationship issues.
We live in a society full of too many challenges, and we must prioritize what needs to get done and let go of the things we can not change. Through acoustic wave therapy, EMDR, or traditional therapy, I will find what works for you to overcome the ghosts of the past and move you into the present, so you can live for today and not in your past.
I work individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues including addiction, alcohol use, anger management, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, and relationship issues.
We live in a society full of too many challenges, and we must prioritize what needs to get done and let go of the things we can not change. Through acoustic wave therapy, EMDR, or traditional therapy, I will find what works for you to overcome the ghosts of the past and move you into the present, so you can live for today and not in your past.
(470) 745-1235 View (470) 745-1235
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Wendy Mason
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I work individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues including addiction, alcohol use, anger management, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, and relationship issues.
We live in a society full of too many challenges, and we must prioritize what needs to get done and let go of the things we can not change. Through acoustic wave therapy, EMDR, or traditional therapy, I will find what works for you to overcome the ghosts of the past and move you into the present, so you can live for today and not in your past.
I work individuals, couples, and families on a variety of issues including addiction, alcohol use, anger management, anxiety, depression, divorce, grief, and relationship issues.
We live in a society full of too many challenges, and we must prioritize what needs to get done and let go of the things we can not change. Through acoustic wave therapy, EMDR, or traditional therapy, I will find what works for you to overcome the ghosts of the past and move you into the present, so you can live for today and not in your past.
(470) 594-4603 View (470) 594-4603
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Raquel B Outland
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CPCS
Online Only
If I can have a few minutes of your time then you and I can connect to discuss some issues that concern you. Are you struggling with worry or distress? Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel happier and empowered. The goal is for you to be on a positive path to contentment and well-being. I am a mental health professional with over seventeen years of experience working with adolescents and adults in various counseling settings.
If I can have a few minutes of your time then you and I can connect to discuss some issues that concern you. Are you struggling with worry or distress? Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel happier and empowered. The goal is for you to be on a positive path to contentment and well-being. I am a mental health professional with over seventeen years of experience working with adolescents and adults in various counseling settings.
(678) 932-1687 View (678) 932-1687
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Dr. Lisa Karla
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
Online Only
Coming to therapy is a courageous effort, especially if it goes against your cultural, familial or religious beliefs. My initial job in the therapeutic journey is to create a therapeutic alliance that affirms you reached out at the right time, hope is possible and you can exhale! This journey we take together won't always be easy, However, knowing you can speak with someone who isn't fixated on fitting you into a mold of some kind of diagnostic criteria; but is more interested in your personal goals - and path to wellness, makes it all worthwhile! My job is to help you become a better YOU..through the renewing of your mind!
Coming to therapy is a courageous effort, especially if it goes against your cultural, familial or religious beliefs. My initial job in the therapeutic journey is to create a therapeutic alliance that affirms you reached out at the right time, hope is possible and you can exhale! This journey we take together won't always be easy, However, knowing you can speak with someone who isn't fixated on fitting you into a mold of some kind of diagnostic criteria; but is more interested in your personal goals - and path to wellness, makes it all worthwhile! My job is to help you become a better YOU..through the renewing of your mind!
(470) 536-4282 View (470) 536-4282
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Michael Whatley
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CACI
4 Endorsed
Atlanta, GA 30339
I am a level II Certified Addiction Counselor (CACII) with more than ten years experience serving adolescents, young adults, and adults. Addiction can cause significant consequences: health, social, legal, and financial. My goal is to educate clients about the disease of addiction, learn strengths and preferences, then collaboratively develop a recovery lifestyle based on the client’s strengths.
I am a level II Certified Addiction Counselor (CACII) with more than ten years experience serving adolescents, young adults, and adults. Addiction can cause significant consequences: health, social, legal, and financial. My goal is to educate clients about the disease of addiction, learn strengths and preferences, then collaboratively develop a recovery lifestyle based on the client’s strengths.
(833) 699-7718 View (833) 699-7718
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Dezirae Hatchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Georgia with 8 years of experience working as a psycho counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. To mention a few, they were substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD, plus much more. My therapy style is client-centered and easy to talk to, but I'm here to help you, so I will give my feedback from the hip. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Georgia with 8 years of experience working as a psycho counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. To mention a few, they were substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD, plus much more. My therapy style is client-centered and easy to talk to, but I'm here to help you, so I will give my feedback from the hip. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
(470) 431-1482 View (470) 431-1482
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Tony Sykes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30329
Tony Sykes, LPC Tony Sykes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2011. Tony is a clinician that serves individuals who have anxiety and depression. He works with individuals that are bipolar and teenagers and young adults who are trying to figure out who they are gender identity and sexuality wise. Tony is a part of the LGBTQIA community, so he wants to serve the community. Tony offers disability advocacy and HIV and STI processing. As you can see, Tony has many skills, plus some he didn't mention. Outside of work, Tony enjoys creativity and directing.
Tony Sykes, LPC Tony Sykes is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2011. Tony is a clinician that serves individuals who have anxiety and depression. He works with individuals that are bipolar and teenagers and young adults who are trying to figure out who they are gender identity and sexuality wise. Tony is a part of the LGBTQIA community, so he wants to serve the community. Tony offers disability advocacy and HIV and STI processing. As you can see, Tony has many skills, plus some he didn't mention. Outside of work, Tony enjoys creativity and directing.
(470) 837-2765 View (470) 837-2765
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Robert 'Bic' Clark
Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Atlanta, GA 30327
As a counselor, I have been instrumental in helping many people overcome obstacles to creating real change in behaviors and therefore their lives. I specialize in teaching recovery and relapse prevention techniques. My therapeutic style is warm, interactive and direct. I can help you learn effective emotional coping skills and restore balance to your life. I can offer assistance at any stage-from intervention to treatment to after-care and long-term recovery. I also offer sober mentoring, coaching, sober transport, and sober companion.
As a counselor, I have been instrumental in helping many people overcome obstacles to creating real change in behaviors and therefore their lives. I specialize in teaching recovery and relapse prevention techniques. My therapeutic style is warm, interactive and direct. I can help you learn effective emotional coping skills and restore balance to your life. I can offer assistance at any stage-from intervention to treatment to after-care and long-term recovery. I also offer sober mentoring, coaching, sober transport, and sober companion.
(404) 341-7031 View (404) 341-7031
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Darlene Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
(706) 480-2876 View (706) 480-2876
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Caroline Bozarth
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30309
Caroline Bozarth is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University and her Bachelor of Arts from Duke University. Caroline sees adults for individual therapy. She works with clients on a wide range of issues, including life changes, mental health symptoms such as anxiety and depression, and substance abuse concerns. Caroline. Caroline employs a person-centered approach, often complementing talk therapy with DBT interventions. In her spare time, Caroline enjoys walking, reading, gardening, and cooking.
Caroline Bozarth is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Georgia who has been practicing since 2018. She received her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Mercer University and her Bachelor of Arts from Duke University. Caroline sees adults for individual therapy. She works with clients on a wide range of issues, including life changes, mental health symptoms such as anxiety and depression, and substance abuse concerns. Caroline. Caroline employs a person-centered approach, often complementing talk therapy with DBT interventions. In her spare time, Caroline enjoys walking, reading, gardening, and cooking.
(404) 982-4226 View (404) 982-4226
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Amy Rozett
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30342
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse fields. She is also a Registered Play Therapist, an Employee Assistance Specialist-Clinical, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Amy graduated with Honors from Emory University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She then completed her master’s degree in psychology and an Ed.S. in Community Counseling from the University of West GA. Amy has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient counseling, in-patient hospital treatment, residential settings, private practice, and in the school system.
Amy is a Licensed Professional Counselor with over thirty years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse fields. She is also a Registered Play Therapist, an Employee Assistance Specialist-Clinical, and a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. Amy graduated with Honors from Emory University with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology. She then completed her master’s degree in psychology and an Ed.S. in Community Counseling from the University of West GA. Amy has worked in a variety of settings, including outpatient counseling, in-patient hospital treatment, residential settings, private practice, and in the school system.
(678) 730-2881 View (678) 730-2881
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Tashia S Taylor
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, MS, CCIT
1 Endorsed
Online Only
During our first session, we will focus on understanding your current situation, conducting a biopsychosocial assessment and intake, and building a personalized treatment plan for you before beginning therapy. My goal is to help you through the recovery process and support your journey toward resilience. The duration and type of therapy, as well as the overall length of your treatment, will depend on your individual needs, as each person's journey is unique. All sessions are conducted online through Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or Psychology Today. Please reach out if you have any questions or are going through a crisis.
During our first session, we will focus on understanding your current situation, conducting a biopsychosocial assessment and intake, and building a personalized treatment plan for you before beginning therapy. My goal is to help you through the recovery process and support your journey toward resilience. The duration and type of therapy, as well as the overall length of your treatment, will depend on your individual needs, as each person's journey is unique. All sessions are conducted online through Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Google Meet, or Psychology Today. Please reach out if you have any questions or are going through a crisis.
(770) 758-5424 View (770) 758-5424
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Vesna Lipkovic
Counselor, MA, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30309
Vesna earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in May 2019. Vesna has experience working with people suffering from post-trauma symptoms, obsessive-compulsive disorders, addictions, eating disorders, and other impulse control issues. She believes that everyone - even those who feel out of control or "lost" in their symptoms - already have the knowledge and skills they need in order to work through problems. Vesna sees her primary task as guiding people so they can discover these abilities within themselves along with any other strengths and talents. She strongly believes in a collaborative approach.
Vesna earned her master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in May 2019. Vesna has experience working with people suffering from post-trauma symptoms, obsessive-compulsive disorders, addictions, eating disorders, and other impulse control issues. She believes that everyone - even those who feel out of control or "lost" in their symptoms - already have the knowledge and skills they need in order to work through problems. Vesna sees her primary task as guiding people so they can discover these abilities within themselves along with any other strengths and talents. She strongly believes in a collaborative approach.
(470) 660-5343 View (470) 660-5343
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Darlene Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
Hello my name is Darlene and I have been a counselor for over 20 years. I am compassionate, empathetic and goal focused therapist. I create a calm and productive counseling environment to help you at your time of need. My experience includes work with couples, families and individual facing challenging times in their life. Issues that I have helps other with include depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, marriage issues, addiction and life issues. I have experience in many different settings such as private practice, Residential treatment, drug/dui courts and college setting.
(912) 575-6878 View (912) 575-6878
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Dr. Shawkut Amaan Ali
Verified Verified
Atlanta, GA 30310
I'm a board-certified addiction medicine and family medicine physician with a master's in counseling/therapy. I offer MAT/medications for addiction treatment (suboxone/buprenorphine-naloxone, naltrexone, Chantix etc), harm reduction counseling, motivational interviewing, and addiction-related CBT. I also manage co-occurring psychiatric conditions (anxiety, depression, PTSD) and the medical complications of addiction (liver damage, heart failure, cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome etc). I see patients with problems using any substance including alcohol, opioids, vaping/tobacco, marijuana/cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine etc.
I'm a board-certified addiction medicine and family medicine physician with a master's in counseling/therapy. I offer MAT/medications for addiction treatment (suboxone/buprenorphine-naloxone, naltrexone, Chantix etc), harm reduction counseling, motivational interviewing, and addiction-related CBT. I also manage co-occurring psychiatric conditions (anxiety, depression, PTSD) and the medical complications of addiction (liver damage, heart failure, cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome etc). I see patients with problems using any substance including alcohol, opioids, vaping/tobacco, marijuana/cannabis, cocaine, methamphetamine etc.
(470) 613-2498 View (470) 613-2498
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Dezirae Hatchell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Atlanta, GA 30327
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Georgia with 8 years of experience working as a psycho counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. To mention a few, they were substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD, plus much more. My therapy style is client-centered and easy to talk to, but I'm here to help you, so I will give my feedback from the hip. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
I am a licensed mental health therapist in Georgia with 8 years of experience working as a psycho counselor and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns. To mention a few, they were substance abuse, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD, plus much more. My therapy style is client-centered and easy to talk to, but I'm here to help you, so I will give my feedback from the hip. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.
(404) 666-8287 View (404) 666-8287
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William Darsey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and improve the quality of your life. My approach to counseling is eclectic/integrative and based upon a person’s individual needs while being empathetic, non-judgmental, and easy to talk to. I primarily draw upon cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanism, systems theory, strengths-based theory, trauma-informed care, and psychoeducation. 
Since graduating from the University of Georgia and entering the field in 2010, I have gathered broad clinical experience in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
As a therapist, I am dedicated to helping you achieve your goals and improve the quality of your life. My approach to counseling is eclectic/integrative and based upon a person’s individual needs while being empathetic, non-judgmental, and easy to talk to. I primarily draw upon cognitive-behavioral therapy, humanism, systems theory, strengths-based theory, trauma-informed care, and psychoeducation. 
Since graduating from the University of Georgia and entering the field in 2010, I have gathered broad clinical experience in both the United States and the United Kingdom.
(770) 766-0109 View (770) 766-0109

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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.