Addiction Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
However, I have primarily served adults suffering with addiction and other co-occurring disorders.
I will assist clients with gaining a better understanding of their unhelpful thoughts, patterns and behaviors. Along with helping clients make connections between their past and present, I aim to provide clients with the necessary tools needed to live a more peaceful life.
However, I have primarily served adults suffering with addiction and other co-occurring disorders.
I will assist clients with gaining a better understanding of their unhelpful thoughts, patterns and behaviors. Along with helping clients make connections between their past and present, I aim to provide clients with the necessary tools needed to live a more peaceful life.
Calvin Douglas Whitehead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I have served in various capacities including as a master addiction counselor/mental health therapist in outpatient/in-patient settings and as a social work educator teaching master-level social work students.
My focus is to provide virtual psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, stress, and other life challenges. Moreover, my commitment to high-quality evidence-based care drives my passion for improving overall client well-being.
I have served in various capacities including as a master addiction counselor/mental health therapist in outpatient/in-patient settings and as a social work educator teaching master-level social work students.
My focus is to provide virtual psychotherapy and counseling services to individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, addictions, stress, and other life challenges. Moreover, my commitment to high-quality evidence-based care drives my passion for improving overall client well-being.
Dr. Clarissa 'clare' Alderman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, ICAADC, NCC, DCC
Verified Verified
Valdosta, GA 31601
Waitlist for new clients
Worked as a substance abuse counselor providing education as well as treatment for addiction disorders.
In 2016, I obtain my International Alcohol and Addiction Counselor certification as well as became fully licensed as a professional counselor. Since licensure, I have completed my national certified counseling credential, telemental health certification as well as became a fully registered play therapist in Georgia.
Worked as a substance abuse counselor providing education as well as treatment for addiction disorders.
In 2016, I obtain my International Alcohol and Addiction Counselor certification as well as became fully licensed as a professional counselor. Since licensure, I have completed my national certified counseling credential, telemental health certification as well as became a fully registered play therapist in Georgia.
You feel as though your life has been crippled with addiction, shame, and guilt.
If you are dealing with past traumas, relationship discord, depression, anger, and/or grief, I am here and committed to your healing. I am dedicated to empowering you through overwhelming and intense emotions. My aim is to help you untangle those complex emotions and navigate towards a place of peace and healing. Allow me to assist you on your journey.
You feel as though your life has been crippled with addiction, shame, and guilt.
If you are dealing with past traumas, relationship discord, depression, anger, and/or grief, I am here and committed to your healing. I am dedicated to empowering you through overwhelming and intense emotions. My aim is to help you untangle those complex emotions and navigate towards a place of peace and healing. Allow me to assist you on your journey.
Stephany A. Norris
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CPCS, EMDR-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
Waitlist for new clients
I help individuals and couples overcome depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, loss, addiction, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues.
I strive to create an empathic, comfortable, and professional environment for my clients. I work with all types of individuals who struggle with many areas of difficulty. Any problem is not too big or too small; whether you are attempting to overcome a long term mental health issue, or are having difficulty adjusting to a life change. I love my work and I enjoy helping others work through life's many challenges. I care about taking a non-judgmental approach in evaluating and treating my clients, and I focus on pulling out personal strengths so that you are better prepared and enabled to find solutions.
I help individuals and couples overcome depression, anxiety disorders, trauma, loss, addiction, adjustment difficulties, relationship issues.
I strive to create an empathic, comfortable, and professional environment for my clients. I work with all types of individuals who struggle with many areas of difficulty. Any problem is not too big or too small; whether you are attempting to overcome a long term mental health issue, or are having difficulty adjusting to a life change. I love my work and I enjoy helping others work through life's many challenges. I care about taking a non-judgmental approach in evaluating and treating my clients, and I focus on pulling out personal strengths so that you are better prepared and enabled to find solutions.
I have a passion in selective mental health areas, my areas of experience are working with clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses, mood disorders, career and life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, stress and anger management, substance abuse, and relationship, women, and caregiver’s issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience, working in a variety of settings such as community and state agencies, private practice, outpatient, and hospital settings, where I have served young children to older adults. I am currently licensed in the State of Georgia and Texas. I earned my Masters in Professional Counseling and completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I have a passion in selective mental health areas, my areas of experience are working with clients with a variety of mental health diagnoses, mood disorders, career and life changes, anxiety, self-esteem, stress and anger management, substance abuse, and relationship, women, and caregiver’s issues.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 10 years of experience, working in a variety of settings such as community and state agencies, private practice, outpatient, and hospital settings, where I have served young children to older adults. I am currently licensed in the State of Georgia and Texas. I earned my Masters in Professional Counseling and completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Marriage and Family Therapy.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a broad spectrum of issues including trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, and a variety of other mental health issues.
I am passionate about empowering people to make positive changes in their lives. I recognize that people have the ability to change, but often lack the confidence or direction to do so. I do not believe there is a one-size fits all approach to therapy and I strive to develop genuine connections so that therapeutic services are personalized to the needs of each client.
I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a broad spectrum of issues including trauma, substance abuse, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, ADHD, grief, and a variety of other mental health issues.
I am passionate about empowering people to make positive changes in their lives. I recognize that people have the ability to change, but often lack the confidence or direction to do so. I do not believe there is a one-size fits all approach to therapy and I strive to develop genuine connections so that therapeutic services are personalized to the needs of each client.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling.
In addition to my education and certification I have experience in working with victims of domestic violence and physical/sexual/emotional abuse. I have also worked with individuals and groups who have experienced various forms of substance abuse.
I am eager to work with anyone who needs mental health therapy or addiction counseling.
In addition to my education and certification I have experience in working with victims of domestic violence and physical/sexual/emotional abuse. I have also worked with individuals and groups who have experienced various forms of substance abuse.
I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues.
I view myself as a cognitive behavioral therapist providing services to children, adolescents and adults, with emotional, behavioral and/or substance abuse issues.
I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues.
I view myself as a cognitive behavioral therapist providing services to children, adolescents and adults, with emotional, behavioral and/or substance abuse issues.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma.
I offer the Bi-Lateral Analysis Stimulation Technique (BLAST) and I am a Certified Advanced BLAST Practitioner and currently one of 5 BLAST Trainers in the world (the only one in the US). I also provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Neurolinguistic Programming, and Hypnotherapy. I am also a Sports Performance Mind Coach.
For 20 years, I have specialized in PTSD, anxiety, phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and addiction…basically anything related to trauma.
I offer the Bi-Lateral Analysis Stimulation Technique (BLAST) and I am a Certified Advanced BLAST Practitioner and currently one of 5 BLAST Trainers in the world (the only one in the US). I also provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Neurolinguistic Programming, and Hypnotherapy. I am also a Sports Performance Mind Coach.
Prior to her graduation, she worked as a case manager and substance abuse counselor while living in CT.
Pat focuses on and is certified in Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Personality Disorders (assessment needed). She also focuses on African American culture, single parenting, Christian therapy, life changes/transitions, cancer diagnosis, college life, etc.
Prior to her graduation, she worked as a case manager and substance abuse counselor while living in CT.
Pat focuses on and is certified in Dialectical Behavioral therapy, Personality Disorders (assessment needed). She also focuses on African American culture, single parenting, Christian therapy, life changes/transitions, cancer diagnosis, college life, etc.
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My seven years of official experience includes working with those struggling with substance use, trauma and stressor, anxiety, depression, grief and loss and adjustment disorders.
I believe in an integrative, holistic approach to mental health and wellness. No matter your struggles, I strive to create a safe and secure space for you to feel accepted and free to tackle your problems.
My seven years of official experience includes working with those struggling with substance use, trauma and stressor, anxiety, depression, grief and loss and adjustment disorders.
I believe in an integrative, holistic approach to mental health and wellness. No matter your struggles, I strive to create a safe and secure space for you to feel accepted and free to tackle your problems.
I work with individuals and family systems to help bring resolve to often stressed and overwhelmed clients dealing with a multitude of challenges including: parenting/co-parenting, blended families, school, divorce/separation, trauma, bullying, work stress, abuse/neglect, substance abuse, health problems, anxiety/depression, and other common problems.
Feeling "stuck" in areas of your life: school, relationships, work, or family can leave you feeling hopeless and in despair. It may also create feelings of anxiety, sadness, fear, loneliness and distress. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they face.
I work with individuals and family systems to help bring resolve to often stressed and overwhelmed clients dealing with a multitude of challenges including: parenting/co-parenting, blended families, school, divorce/separation, trauma, bullying, work stress, abuse/neglect, substance abuse, health problems, anxiety/depression, and other common problems.
Feeling "stuck" in areas of your life: school, relationships, work, or family can leave you feeling hopeless and in despair. It may also create feelings of anxiety, sadness, fear, loneliness and distress. We are all capable of improving the quality of our lives when we learn how to embrace challenges and overcome obstacles/self-doubts in order to create opportunities. I provide a warm, safe, and supportive environment in which my clients can explore the issues and challenges they face.
Justin has assisted many clients experiencing difficulties with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, & Grief difficulties, and is also experienced in providing services for those with a history of substance abuse.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Justin has assisted many clients experiencing difficulties with Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, PTSD, & Grief difficulties, and is also experienced in providing services for those with a history of substance abuse.
Justin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and has been actively working in the Valdosta community for over five years. Justin is experienced in working with individuals, couples and families, helping them navigate many of life's obstacles, from individual needs to helping the entire family. While Justin works with all family structures, his primary specialty is helping families reach their teenager as they prepare to enter adulthood. Whether you or your family is in need of change, needs help adjusting to the ups and downs of life, or if it is time to begin unpacking those experiences from long ago.
Demetria M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC, CCTP, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women.
I offer counseling in the areas of trauma; self-esteem/ self-worth; relationships; single parent/blended families and family issues. Most of our daily issues can be resolved through counseling and/or coaching; However, both require honest communication, problem-solving and goal setting.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women.
I offer counseling in the areas of trauma; self-esteem/ self-worth; relationships; single parent/blended families and family issues. Most of our daily issues can be resolved through counseling and/or coaching; However, both require honest communication, problem-solving and goal setting.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that seem impossible to repair?
My counseling sessions, both individual and group, address a wide range of concerns, including substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. My goal is to provide a safe environment where you can explore your inner thoughts and emotions, guiding you towards healing and promoting personal growth.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that seem impossible to repair?
My counseling sessions, both individual and group, address a wide range of concerns, including substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. My goal is to provide a safe environment where you can explore your inner thoughts and emotions, guiding you towards healing and promoting personal growth.
Some struggle with addiction, loss, and depression and are afraid to seek out help to manage the disease of addiction as well as loss.
I am here to help you reach your goals and develop your coping skills through reimagining your mind. Throughout our journey together, we will work on reimagining your mindset through positive self-talk and positive coping skills that will allow you to succeed in the endeavors that you have set out to accomplish.
Some struggle with addiction, loss, and depression and are afraid to seek out help to manage the disease of addiction as well as loss.
I am here to help you reach your goals and develop your coping skills through reimagining your mind. Throughout our journey together, we will work on reimagining your mindset through positive self-talk and positive coping skills that will allow you to succeed in the endeavors that you have set out to accomplish.
I specialize in working with men and women who struggle with depression, anxiety, personality disorders and addiction.
My name Tera Murchinson and I am a LPC and CADC II. My goal as a counselor is to help others live a life that is fulfilling and purposeful.
I specialize in working with men and women who struggle with depression, anxiety, personality disorders and addiction.
My name Tera Murchinson and I am a LPC and CADC II. My goal as a counselor is to help others live a life that is fulfilling and purposeful.
I received my Master's degree at Florida State University and currently work with individuals with challenges in the areas of mental health management and substance abuse.
As a therapist, my goal is to help my clients establish clear and achievable goals. These goals will vary depending on the specific need(s) of the individual. Some examples include: Improved mental health, Healthy relationships, Self-awareness and personal growth, Behavior change, Stress management and Trauma processing.
I received my Master's degree at Florida State University and currently work with individuals with challenges in the areas of mental health management and substance abuse.
As a therapist, my goal is to help my clients establish clear and achievable goals. These goals will vary depending on the specific need(s) of the individual. Some examples include: Improved mental health, Healthy relationships, Self-awareness and personal growth, Behavior change, Stress management and Trauma processing.
I work with women experiencing feelings associated with depression, anxiety, addiction recovery, codependency, and adjustment challenges (e.
Therapeutic approaches I most commonly utilize for positive changes come from a wide range of evidenced based treatment modalities (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, etc.).
I work with women experiencing feelings associated with depression, anxiety, addiction recovery, codependency, and adjustment challenges (e.
Therapeutic approaches I most commonly utilize for positive changes come from a wide range of evidenced based treatment modalities (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Integrated Dual Diagnosis Treatment, Motivational Interviewing, etc.).
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.