Substance Use Therapists in Lowndes County, GA
Sometimes, we find ourselves in life struggling with what we should do next and how to accomplish this. Often times, we can find ourselves in a dark place in which there seems to be no light at the end, possibly no hope of ever seeing light again. Some struggle with addiction, loss, and depression and are afraid to seek out help to manage the disease of addiction as well as loss. Often, we are afraid to reach out for help because we do not want to be embarrassed or judged by others. In the end, you want to be able to see the light and live a life free of the difficulty that you may have.
Sometimes, we find ourselves in life struggling with what we should do next and how to accomplish this. Often times, we can find ourselves in a dark place in which there seems to be no light at the end, possibly no hope of ever seeing light again. Some struggle with addiction, loss, and depression and are afraid to seek out help to manage the disease of addiction as well as loss. Often, we are afraid to reach out for help because we do not want to be embarrassed or judged by others. In the end, you want to be able to see the light and live a life free of the difficulty that you may have.
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 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 been in practice for a number of years, so my experiences are varied. I work with everyone.....children, adolescents and adults. I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues. I am fortunate to have practiced with extremely knowledgeable and skillful clinicians as my mentors so my skills go beyond the textbooks. I treat my clients with courtesy and respect; as I expect my friends and family to be treated should they ever need professional assistance. I give 100% in assisting them in resolving their issues. If I can't help them, I'll help them find someone who can.
I have been in practice for a number of years, so my experiences are varied. I work with everyone.....children, adolescents and adults. I am knowlegeable and skillful in the treatment of emotional, behavioral and substance abuse issues. I am fortunate to have practiced with extremely knowledgeable and skillful clinicians as my mentors so my skills go beyond the textbooks. I treat my clients with courtesy and respect; as I expect my friends and family to be treated should they ever need professional assistance. I give 100% in assisting them in resolving their issues. If I can't help them, I'll help them find someone who can.
My ideal client is a high-achieving professional who’s outwardly successful but inwardly exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck. They’ve tried therapy, coaching, and self-help—but old patterns like procrastination, perfectionism, and burnout keep returning. They want peace of mind, emotional clarity, and a sustainable way to grow without self-sabotage. More than a quick fix, they seek deep change—something personalized, practical, and powerful. They’re ready to feel whole, not just functional.
My ideal client is a high-achieving professional who’s outwardly successful but inwardly exhausted, overwhelmed, or stuck. They’ve tried therapy, coaching, and self-help—but old patterns like procrastination, perfectionism, and burnout keep returning. They want peace of mind, emotional clarity, and a sustainable way to grow without self-sabotage. More than a quick fix, they seek deep change—something personalized, practical, and powerful. They’re ready to feel whole, not just functional.
Most people don’t come to therapy because life is easy—they come because something hurts. Trauma can leave deep imprints—on the body, the mind, and the way we move through the world. My clients often feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break, or disconnected from themselves and others. Some are navigating major transitions, healing from trauma, or trying to make sense of their relationships. Others simply want to feel better, live more authentically, and find clarity in the chaos.
Most people don’t come to therapy because life is easy—they come because something hurts. Trauma can leave deep imprints—on the body, the mind, and the way we move through the world. My clients often feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break, or disconnected from themselves and others. Some are navigating major transitions, healing from trauma, or trying to make sense of their relationships. Others simply want to feel better, live more authentically, and find clarity in the chaos.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia with over 14 years of experience and service in community mental health. 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. In addition to helping others navigate challenges in one or both of these areas, my goal is to help empower individuals to develop ways to overcome obstacles related to their specific needs and lead a fulfilling life.
Hello! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Georgia with over 14 years of experience and service in community mental health. 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. In addition to helping others navigate challenges in one or both of these areas, my goal is to help empower individuals to develop ways to overcome obstacles related to their specific needs and lead a fulfilling life.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience helping adults navigate life's challenges with clarity and resilience. I specialize in working with individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, men's issues, women's issues, and career-related stress. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, I'm here to support you with practical tools, honest insight, and a safe space to grow.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over two decades of experience helping adults navigate life's challenges with clarity and resilience. I specialize in working with individuals facing addiction, anxiety, depression, trauma, men's issues, women's issues, and career-related stress. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and motivational interviewing. Whether you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or ready for change, I'm here to support you with practical tools, honest insight, and a safe space to grow.
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 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.
I enjoy working with a wide range of client populations and the challenges faced by each. When asked "what kind of clients" I see in my practice, my answer is always the same, that "I see normal people with normal problems." My goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic environment where one can share their innermost struggles and challenges without feeling judged or criticized, since it is my philosophy that we are all transforming and evolving from each experience or trial that we face. It is also my passion to empower each client with education, confidence and self-awareness.
I enjoy working with a wide range of client populations and the challenges faced by each. When asked "what kind of clients" I see in my practice, my answer is always the same, that "I see normal people with normal problems." My goal is to provide a safe, therapeutic environment where one can share their innermost struggles and challenges without feeling judged or criticized, since it is my philosophy that we are all transforming and evolving from each experience or trial that we face. It is also my passion to empower each client with education, confidence and self-awareness.
Dr. Clarissa 'clare' Alderman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, ICAADC, NCC, DCC
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31601
My ideal client is someone who is self-aware enough to recognize they are struggling but may not yet have the tools or confidence to make meaningful changes. They might present with issues like anxiety, unresolved trauma, low self-worth, or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Often, they are high-functioning on the outside but feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed internally.
My ideal client is someone who is self-aware enough to recognize they are struggling but may not yet have the tools or confidence to make meaningful changes. They might present with issues like anxiety, unresolved trauma, low self-worth, or difficulty maintaining healthy relationships. Often, they are high-functioning on the outside but feel emotionally stuck, disconnected, or overwhelmed internally.
I work with couples, families and individuals. I counsel from a Christian perspective offering insight, encouragement and guidance from a biblical worldview. I also reference Christian literature on marriage, family and healthy individuals. I also work with temperaments (personality types) in helping people better understand themselves and those they are in relationship with.
I work with couples, families and individuals. I counsel from a Christian perspective offering insight, encouragement and guidance from a biblical worldview. I also reference Christian literature on marriage, family and healthy individuals. I also work with temperaments (personality types) in helping people better understand themselves and those they are in relationship with.
Demetria M Hill
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MAC, CCTP, CPCS
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 believe that self-sufficiency is key to personal and professional success. I enjoy providing counseling and/or coaching services to individuals who are in the transitional phases of their lives. Treatment is individualized to the person receiving services. My theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), eclectic and holistic. I prefer to treat the whole person instead of pieces. By helping others to succeed regardless of their ages and stage in life, I succeed.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with a niche' of mental health, substance abuse, and trauma to African American teenagers and women. I believe that self-sufficiency is key to personal and professional success. I enjoy providing counseling and/or coaching services to individuals who are in the transitional phases of their lives. Treatment is individualized to the person receiving services. My theoretical approaches are Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), eclectic and holistic. I prefer to treat the whole person instead of pieces. By helping others to succeed regardless of their ages and stage in life, I succeed.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My passion lies in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Through a person-centered approach, I empower individuals by helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and foster personal growth. My goal is that clients leave each session feeing heard, validated, and empowered.
With over 38 years of experience in the field of mental health, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals of all ages and backgrounds navigate life’s challenges and achieve emotional well-being. My passion lies in providing compassionate, evidence-based support to those struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, relationship difficulties, and other mental health concerns. Through a person-centered approach, I empower individuals by helping them build resilience, strengthen coping skills, and foster personal growth. My goal is that clients leave each session feeing heard, validated, and empowered.
My nine 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 nine 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.
Are you carrying the weight of grief, depression, or trauma? Do you feel as if you have to put on a mask just to get through the day? You continue to juggle the roles of being a parent, spouse, employee, and everything in between; which leaves you feeling stretched thin and emotionally drained. You often feel as if you need a release or a lifeline to maintain a peace of mind. If any of this applies to you, “guess what,” it’s okay to not be okay.
Are you carrying the weight of grief, depression, or trauma? Do you feel as if you have to put on a mask just to get through the day? You continue to juggle the roles of being a parent, spouse, employee, and everything in between; which leaves you feeling stretched thin and emotionally drained. You often feel as if you need a release or a lifeline to maintain a peace of mind. If any of this applies to you, “guess what,” it’s okay to not be okay.
We all have challenges, and sometimes we need a little help to manage how we respond to life’s challenges!
We all have challenges, and sometimes we need a little help to manage how we respond to life’s challenges!
The Better Mood Clinic of South Georgia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LMFT
Valdosta, GA 31602
Are you juggling the world while carrying a heavy heart? When you're busy showing up for everyone else, your own healing often gets pushed to the side. If you feel emotionally drained and longing for a release, please hear this: Your struggle is valid, and you’ve carried this long enough. Let us help you set the weight down and rediscover your peace.
Are you juggling the world while carrying a heavy heart? When you're busy showing up for everyone else, your own healing often gets pushed to the side. If you feel emotionally drained and longing for a release, please hear this: Your struggle is valid, and you’ve carried this long enough. Let us help you set the weight down and rediscover your peace.
Stephany A. Norris
Licensed Professional Counselor, (LPC), NCC, CFMHE, CPCS, EMDR-T
1 Endorsed
Valdosta, GA 31602
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to create an empathic, comfortable, and professional environment for my clients. I work with individuals who struggle with long term mental health issues such as Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety, PTSD, or are just having difficulty adjusting to a life change or relationship issues. I love my work and enjoy helping others work through life's many challenges. I care about taking a non-judgmental approach in evaluating and treating my clients, and focus on helping you identify your own personal strengths so that you are better prepared and enabled to find solutions.
My goal is to create an empathic, comfortable, and professional environment for my clients. I work with individuals who struggle with long term mental health issues such as Major Depression, Generalized Anxiety, PTSD, or are just having difficulty adjusting to a life change or relationship issues. I love my work and enjoy helping others work through life's many challenges. I care about taking a non-judgmental approach in evaluating and treating my clients, and focus on helping you identify your own personal strengths so that you are better prepared and enabled to find solutions.
I am passionate about being able to help clients learn to help themselves. Often times, we aren't equipped with the tools and knowledge to move through life's challenges. I specialize in helping my clients heal from underlying traumas that continue to cause distress, while also treating current symptoms of anxiety and depression. I hope that each of my clients feel validated, supported, and valued. I am inspired by seeing my clients begin making necessary changes in their own lives to improve their overall wellbeing.
I am passionate about being able to help clients learn to help themselves. Often times, we aren't equipped with the tools and knowledge to move through life's challenges. I specialize in helping my clients heal from underlying traumas that continue to cause distress, while also treating current symptoms of anxiety and depression. I hope that each of my clients feel validated, supported, and valued. I am inspired by seeing my clients begin making necessary changes in their own lives to improve their overall wellbeing.
I support clients facing trauma, personality and mood disorders, substance use, and Level 1 ASD.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that feel impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt, or feel disconnected from who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or questioning whether things will ever get better, know this: you don’t have to face any of it alone. Healing is possible, and support is here when you’re ready.
I support clients facing trauma, personality and mood disorders, substance use, and Level 1 ASD.
Are you feeling trapped in cycles of addiction, or struggling with relationships that feel impossible to repair? Does unresolved trauma weigh heavily on you, or do you find yourself overwhelmed by anxiety, mood swings, sleepless nights, or constant emotional turbulence? Maybe you carry deep feelings of shame or guilt, or feel disconnected from who you are. If you’re feeling stuck, uncertain about the future, or questioning whether things will ever get better, know this: you don’t have to face any of it alone. Healing is possible, and support is here when you’re ready.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.