Substance Use Therapists in Glen Ellyn, IL
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Kristin Padera
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified
Verified
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and adults with mood/anxiety disorders,
substance use
issues, personality disorders, relationship issues, and self-esteem issues.
Life doesn't have to be painful. Through therapy, I can help you find healing from unhealthy patterns and pain. As a therapist, I am warm, compassionate, and honest. I am easy to connect with and help my clients feel comfortable quickly. My specialty is in assisting my clients with uncovering the root of unhelpful patterns, addressing the symptoms of these patterns, and with creating meaningful changes in their lives. Through my knowledge, experience, and passion, I can assist you in finding greater confidence, healing, and insight.

Bette Hunt
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, CADC, NCC
Verified
Verified
I have over 10 years experience working with
Substance Use
Disorders, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, Mood Disorders, and Post-Traumatic Stress.
Are you experiencing difficulties with relationships, family conflicts, or intimacy problems? Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Have you experienced trauma? Are you using alcohol or other drugs to help you through? You do not have to struggle alone. I can help. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor as well as a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I am committed to helping people make positive changes in their lives to improve their personal well-being. I work with individuals, couples, and families.

Madeline Haynes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My experience ranges from working in community mental health to working with clients dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, mood disorder related symptoms, and
substance use
related issues.
Finding a safe-space to feel heard can often feel challenging and overwhelming. We each have our own unique experiences and goals, and I believe in providing a welcoming space for self-exploration. I believe that empathy, compassion, humor, understanding, and validation helps to establish meaningful relationships with clients.

Laura A Scaminaci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I enjoy working with both adolescents and adults, specializing in issues such as anxiety, depression, family matters such as, infidelity, divorce, communication, and
substance use
disorders.
Life is messy and sometimes it is too much to do it all alone. Therapy can be a great space for you to explore your life’s challenges and come up with ways to bounce back with clarity and resilience. While the process of seeking therapy can be intimidating it can also be empowering and worthwhile investment for your overall wellbeing.

Jillian King
Counselor, LCPC, CADC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Areas of specialization include the treatment of depression, anxiety, bipolar,
substance use
, and life transitions.
By utilizing a warm and understanding approach, Jill focuses on addressing unhealthy behaviors and patterns which may prevent awareness and growth for her clients.

Brian G Lengfelder
Counselor, LCPC, CAADC, SAP, MAC, CSAT-S
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Brian has been in the addiction/mental health field since 1993. He has been described as practical, realistic, and down-to-earth therapist who is naturally inquisitive and goal oriented. He brings his warm and light hearted sense of humor to the therapy process, as he has learned that the best way to lead a person toward wellbeing and happiness is to make the psychotherapy process relaxed, enjoyable and non-judgmental. But when necessary, Brian has a serious side, as addictions are for many, can be a life or death problem.

Jessica Wone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Have you ever told yourself, "I'm not good enough. I can't do anything right." How about, "I have my dream job, I'm married, and I make good money, but I'm just not happy." You're not alone. In my work, I've found that many people struggle with these feelings and beliefs. I can help you address these in order to achieve direction, clarity and confidence. I primarily utilize mindfulness, ACT and DBT during sessions. I tailor every session to the individual in order to provide the best treatment that I can.

Robert Emer
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Verified
Anxiety, depression, anger management issues, substance abuse, or personal life changes are all very real problems. If you are experiencing any of these, therapy can be very beneficial. I utilize solution focused client specific techniques, coinciding with the development of a solid therapeutic relationship with my clients. It is my belief that these are the key ingredients to getting the most out of therapy and feeling better in your life.
Not accepting new clients

Lisa Cuevas Fuechtmann
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, CCH
Verified
Verified
OMG too much stress; so much going on at once. How am I going to balance it all? The past year and a half has left you feeling out of control and trying to adjust to the new normal right? You're left wondering if your feelings are even valid. They are! I'm here to help you sort through all the conflicting thoughts in your head and help you put yourself first for once.

Karen A Gernaey
Counselor, MS, LCPC, ACHHT
Verified
Verified
Welcome to my profile. Finding the "RIGHT" therapist can feel like a real challenge for most people. I am a Holistic Psychotherapist in private practice since 1986. My healing approach is dependent on the needs of each individual client. The areas of special interest to me are spirituality, relationship and self-esteem issues, depression, anxiety, addictions and co-dependency, loss and grief, trauma, dissociation, (not necessarily in that order). I also offer group therapy, and have facilitated groups dealing with the aging process, self esteem/relationship issues, co-dependency, spirituality, grief/loss, and depression.
Waitlist for new clients

Margot Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I work best with clients that desire a laid back, collaborative approach. Maybe you have goals in mind or need to process out loud to figure them out. My style is direct and casual, balanced with non-judgment and respect for your autonomy to support your authentic exploration and work towards connection, change, and healing. I have extensive experience with adolescents/young adults (ages 14-30), including queer, trans and nonbinary folks; parents; and adults navigating the general challenges of being a modern human in 2022.

Karla Bonkowski Magnan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA, CTTP, CDM
Verified
Verified
Currently I specialize in Trauma in adults and adolescents as a Certified Trauma Treatment Professional. For 20 years I specialized in divorce issues, both in families with high amounts of conflict and custody disagreements and provide support during this difficult transition. In addition, I have a strong background in Attachment, and I specialize in Attachment issues in children and adults and address the various challenges clients face in their current relationships. I use EMDR when appropriate as well as myriad Neuropsychological interventions to allow clients to process and free themselves from the cycle of Trauma memories.

Lauren Black
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, CADC
Verified
Verified
We often seek therapy yearning for connection and understanding. My goal is to provide a safe space where we can work together as a team to help you process your experiences, validate the emotions attached to these experiences, and discover your own strengths and capacity for coping through life’s challenges. We as humans are inherently resilient even when things like shame, trauma, isolation, addiction, depression, and anxiety try to disconnect us from ourselves and others. We will work together to find compassion for yourself in restoring this connection.

Rhonda Kelloway
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified
11 Endorsed
Verified
11 Endorsed
In-person and telehealth sessions available. Falling apart? Stuck? At a crossroads? I can help. We start where you are, and map out a path to where you want to be, tackling the obstacles standing in the way of your thriving. My techniques include EMDR and Somatic Experiencing, research-backed therapies that often work for people who have made slow or no progress with other therapies. I'm also trained in several types of somatic touch, which can accelerate your progress if you choose to use touch. My goal is to get you back to your best life as quickly as possible!

Joy Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I believe everyone needs and deserves a safe space to address barriers preventing them from navigating through life the way they desire, thus I seek to foster safe and comfortable environments for those oppressed and marginalized. Living in unprecedented times, it is especially important to have support, awareness, and knowledge of effective coping skills to manage life's stressors. I believe it’s also important to process the lives we’ve already experienced and explore how this cultivates our current worldview.

Terry L Wright
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
I have been in private practice for twenty-six years and work with individuals, couples, and families. In person and telehealth appointments are available. I work with children, adolescents and adults at every stage of their lives. I have a diverse practice and have greatly appreciated the diversity of my clients' life experience. My work focuses on supporting growth and individual development as well as symptom relief. I have offices in Glen Ellyn and Chicago and would be happy to speak with you regarding my practice.

Gary R Dec
Psychologist, PsyD, CSAT, CMAT
Verified
Verified
I have been in practice in the Chicago suburbs for years experience serving individuals from adolescence through adulthood in individual psychotherapy couples therapy. Although my practice is a general psychological practice, I maintain specialties in the areas of anxiety disorders including phobias and obsessive-compulsive disorder, addictions including process addictions and sexual addiction, and attention-deficit disorder in adolescents and adults. I am a licensed psychologist in Illinois, and hold certifications in the treatment of sexual addiction (CSAT) and multiple addictions (CMAT). For more information, please visit my website at http://www.garydecpsyd.com.

Christine Szewczyk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I believe that therapy can be an invaluable tool for growth, and I am honored when I can be a part of someone’s journey toward healing. Whether you are new to therapy or have tried it before, my aim is to help you identify and achieve your goals while also maintaining a compassionate and flexible perspective. I realize that everyone has their own pace for engaging in therapeutic work, and I hope to build a collaborative relationship around this.

Courtney Bowman
Counselor, LCPC, MEd
Verified
Verified
There are situations and events in life that are challenging and that can create anxiety and depression. The coping strategies that have helped during troubling times may no longer work. Through these experiences, it is easy to lose a sense of identity and self esteem. There is hope. It is an honor to assists clients with turning their pain into growth. Through my compassionate support and skills, I can accompany you into the journey of becoming a healthier and happier person. My goal is to provide high quality, individualized and evidence based treatment to each client.

Brian Weir
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
*Offering both online and in-person sessions. Are you looking for a therapist who is engaging, warm, understanding, experienced and very knowledgeable? If so, I'm your therapist. I have helped others like you improve their relationships, overcome anxiety, depression and anger. Even if you have lost hope, together we can build self-confidence, strengthen resilience, and find motivation to overcome the obstacles. Whether you come for individual, or for couples therapy, my clients are often surprised what can be overcome and how much better things can be.
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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.