Substance Use Therapists in New York

I have worked in a variety of modalities and sectors of the field. I have experience with all age groups in the areas of homelessness, hospital setting, substance use, mental health, school settings, domestic violence, bereavement, family, and individual counseling.

You are brave because you are here, reading and thinking how things can be better. It is a big step to acknowledge when something is amiss, that the hurt you feel is real and undeniable–your shadow for many years. I know that somehow, despite your honest efforts, the same mistakes can unfold–the change you strive for can slip away. Beginning therapy means facing the world with an ally. I will believe in you, and together we will tear down the barriers that have prevented you from living the life you were meant to live.

Life happens! And when it does, we can feel an endless range of emotions. Anxiety, depression, sadness, anger, happiness and the list goes on. While all of these feelings are normal and healthy, it can be overwhelming to experience them. That’s where I come in!

I work very well with adolescents and adults whom struggle to believe that therapy could be beneficial for them. Through my experience, I learned that utilizing psychodynamic theory with the individual during the first several months of therapy aids in building a strong therapeutic relationship. Thus, my initial goal is to help the individual understand how their experiences in life - both positive and negative - contributed to shaping their behaviors, thought patterns, interests, etc. This will help the individual to identify unconscious stressors and improve their emotional response.

Life is filled with situations that we experience which are overwhelming and sometimes too much to handle. With my help I believe each person can learn more about themselves and grow to be successful. I have significant experience in working with trauma and substance use issues over the past 15 years. I am a credentialed Art Therapist, Substance Abuse Counselor, and trained in EMDR. I find that my experience and specialize treatment modalities help to create an opportunity for anyone to thrive. I am direct, open minded, and solution-focused.

I am a clinical psychologist with 10+ years of experience. My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety disorders, substance use, acculturation, and relationship/interpersonal difficulties and more. Being an Asian immigrant and having lived in different countries (Hong Kong, Malaysia, England), I understand the struggle of having misaligned values and ideals from the people around us. However, these experiences have also helped me connect with people of different cultures and mentalities, and have helped me to understand how people relate to their own mental health.

My approach to talk therapy is based on identifying and integrating parts of the individual and their experiences to foster self-awareness, practical solutions and advance personal growth. I work with adults on a wide range of challenges from emotion regulation, attachment patterns, grief and interpersonal systems to more clinical issues such as anxiety, depression and trauma related disorders. I have a wide range of experiences that include facilitating group therapy, working with refugee/migrant communities, LGBTQIA clients and individual/family therapy related to substance use disorders and treatment.

At some point, each of us confronts a difficult life circumstance for which we may want or need extra support. Whether you are experiencing relationship difficulties, increased stress, or the desire to gain a deeper understanding of yourself, I hope to help you navigate these challenges with greater ease and confidence. I strive to cultivate a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental environment so that together we can better understand the difficulties you are facing, while developing specific coping skills to help improve your overall well-being.

I am a clinical psychologist who has been practicing for about 25 years. I am very invested in the work I do and I believe my clients feel that from me. I work with people in a compassionate, nonjudgmental way. I am currently a candidate at the NYU Postdoctoral Program for Psychotherapy and Psychoanalysis. My practice is on the Upper West Side and I am treating people in person and via telehealth. I see people for assessments, in individual therapy as well as couples therapy. I also am beginning some groups (see below).

I specialize in working with folks with stigmatized behaviors and identities, or who are otherwise mistreated and ignored in traditional mental health settings. My therapeutic approach is, above all else, strengths-based and person-centered. You are the expert in your own experience and what you need. If you're learning to safely unmask your neurodivergent self, exploring your gender identity or sexuality, examining your substance use, or navigating non-traditional relationship structures like ethical non-monogamy, polyamory, BDSM, or queerplatonic dynamics, I'd love to work with you!

Deciding to seek help from a psychologist is an important step in the life of an individual or couple. I have years of experience providing a caring and safe, yet challenging environment where you can explore and achieve your goals. I'll help you capitalize on your strengths, and overcome your difficulties. We will discover what works best for you. It is always the client who defines success and the goals leading to it. Our work together will help you live a more fulfilled life.

Life experiences can bring pain and conflict resulting in depression, anxiety and coping with substances. I frequently hear the expression of loneliness, emptiness and feeling unfulfilled in people's lives and the sadness, disappointment and anger over relationships with themselves, partners, family and friends that fail to satisfy those needs. Experience has taught me that feeling heard and understood generates a sense of hope and stimulates movement toward insight through exploration and examination of one's inner life. Psychodynamic psychotherapy offers the framework and space for this work, leading to corrective emotional experiences and a more satisfying life and relationships.

I specialize in working with adults and couples struggling with relationship issues, anxiety, life transitions and substance use. When we are anxious and overwhelmed, it can cause us to feel disconnected from others. Feeling stuck and stressed can trigger self-doubt and poor decision-making, and this chips away at our self-esteem and unravels our relationships. I can help you identify the core issues that are negatively impacting you and your relationships, and deterring you from enjoying your life and achieving your goals.

Family Addiction Specialist is a boutique concierge practice in New York, NY (with offices in Midtown Manhattan or Brooklyn Heights, as well as an undisclosed office in the Upper East Side to ensure the highest level of privacy) where high-net-worth clients and their families struggling with substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, depression, anxiety, insomnia, complex family dynamics and conflicts, and other emotional and life issues receive impeccable support and guidance. In addition to talk therapy, the firm also utilizes coaching, hypnotherapy and Neurolinguistic Programing when deemed to be appropriate and beneficial.

I have been helping people examine and change their lives for 45 years and have been offering Tele-Health Services for some time. I provide Face to Face sessions as well. I specialize in Trauma and Loss, Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional. I am skilled in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Techniques, Values Clarification and Goal Setting. I offer a 20-30 minute free consultation to determine if we are a good fit for each other. There is no obligation! My website is: https://steven-paro.clientsecure.me .

While my first area of "expertise" is surely in substance use, abuse, and addictions, however, I also specialize in mind and body healing, and helping people to feel more empowered and in charge over their lives. With many therapeutic "tools" to draw from, I work with collaboratively with clients to determine what it is they are looking for from therapy, and which therapeutic path will likely be best for what they are looking for.

I find therapy to be a valuable space for reflection, connection, and growth and embrace the opportunity to construct such a space with my clients. I bring a warm, empathetic presence and a desire to understand my clients deeply as we work together towards the change they desire in their lives. I enjoy working with clients on a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief, sexual assault/abuse, substance use concerns, traumatic and concerns related to navigating identities of all types. Offering an environment that is affirming to LGBTQ+ clients is particularly important to me.

Welcome! Life is hard and asking for help can be harder. Therapy can provide the support you need to successfully navigate the stress of your daily experience. Effective therapy begins with the client-therapist relationship and my goal is to facilitate growth through a non-judgmental approach to the work. My therapeutic style is informed by my experience working with individuals and families struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, substance use, relationship conflict, legal difficulties and more.

I'm a clinical psychologist at Wholeview Wellness. A group practice in NYC. I am one of several doctors here devoted to providing advanced treatment for mental health and substance use issues. I focus on helping my clients understand why they engage in self-defeating behaviors and why they make choices that don’t fit with their goals and values. With this understanding, we then shift focus to figuring out how to live their life on life's terms and how to use healthier coping strategies. I use various therapeutic interventions including mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and cognitive-behavioral therapy.