Substance Use Therapists in Silver Spring, MD

Dr. Judith (Judy) Ann Upshaw is a licensed substance use therapist who specializes in the treatment of substance and behavioral abuse disorders, anxiety disorders, depression, and trauma. She practices individual, group, family, and couples therapists. Dr. Upshaw received a M. Ed. in Psycho-educational Processes from Temple University, and a Ed. D. in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. She takes an active person-centered approach to therapy and makes room for personal exploration, questioning, and collaborative problem solving.

I am dedicated to supporting teens, young adults, and families through an array of life challenges. I specialize in treating issues including substance use , difficulties with transitions, learning differences, and complications in relationships with peers/family. My approach to therapy is to value your unique human experience and to provide therapy through settings that are not limited to the office. I work well with people that are new to therapy as well as individuals that are looking for a shift to a more interactive therapeutic experience.

***CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Natalie Osoria, LCSW-C, is a Licensed Clinical Social worker passionate about empowering her clients to overcome life’s challenges and achieve the goals they envision for themselves. Natalie has extensive experience working with clients from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds from various treatment settings, including inpatient residential and outpatient mental healthcare. She works with adults and adolescents (ages 14 and up) and specializes in issues such as anxiety, depression, addictions, substance use , relationship issues, and life transitions.

As a clinical social worker, I work from a strengths-based, person-centered, and deeply collaborative perspective. We become a team in your therapy journey. My approach to therapy is eclectic, but I mostly draw from cognitive-behavioral frameworks. I also believe humor can play an important role in the therapeutic process. Clients work hard in therapy, and moments of levity can help reframe and normalize struggles in a positive manner.

I will work with you to illuminate the meaning of your experience and help you practice greater self-acceptance. Therapy goals/counseling/education will be tailored to your unique needs. I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use , guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.

Life’s travels, on and off road, tests our endurance to navigate its difficulties. If you found yourself feeling lost, stressed, out of control, anxious or depressed by the difficulties in life, I am here to help. I work with individuals who suffer from trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, substance use disorder and other mental/behavioral health challenges such as low self-esteem and challenges in life transitions. Through therapy, you'll create and maintain positive changes in daily life. We will work together towards your goals so you can be the self that you want to be and live the life that is meaningful and fulfill.

IF YOU HAVE BEEN FEELING: Worried about future; Stressed about work; Discouraged and not motivated for life; Feeling I am not good enough; Feeling lost, loneliness, hopeless, and confused...WE WILL HELP YOU FEEL: Fulfilled life with purpose and joy; Ready for whatever life obstacles are ahead of you; Connected with the people who you are close to! You have been struggling for some time with negative thoughts and feelings that just won't seem to go away. You are in the right place. We can help! Mindology is a professional and licensed private counseling practice that is specialized in treatment for Trauma, Substance Abuse and other mental/behavioral disorders, in order to empower and help our clients to overcome day-to-day life challenges; achieve personal goals and improve the qualities of life.

Seeking therapy can be a frightening experience and finding the right therapist is extremely important. I belief in the value of a strong therapeutic alliance for the success of therapy and prioritize creating a trusting, safe, and nonjudgmental environment for clients to feel comfortable opening up and work through whatever is bringing them into therapy. My goal is to help individuals achieve their goals and resolve their issues using measurable and evidenced based approaches.

Feeling depressed, confused, anxious? Let's talk about how I might be able to help. Creating a safe and supportive space is an important foundation for a good partnership in therapy. Rest assured that you will be entering the therapeutic process without judgment and with unconditional positive regard. I approach therapy as a collaborative process of exploration with the goal of achieving greater self-awareness and the ability to manage life in better balance. Good chemistry and a healthy rapport are essential elements in creating a meaningful working relationship.

I am deeply passionate about supporting every person I encounter to lead a life worth living. I offer a warm and mindful space to celebrate strengths and explore challenges while balancing the dialectics of acceptance and change.

Hello, thanks for visiting my profile. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker employed as a Psychotherapist with Your Health Concierge, Inc., which is a clinic that promotes integrated wellness. Integrated Wellness is a philosophy that promotes treating the whole person, which includes physical, emotional, home, nutrition, financial, work, creativity, and social wellness.

My personal mission is to provide, protect, and treat others with love and respect and to positively inspire their desire to believe in self. I put an emphasis of building a positive and trusting relationship with each client through providing a safe therapeutic environment in which the client is able to process their feelings and disappointments and ultimately rebuild that which is broken.

Madison has experience working with substance use disorders and a wide range of mental health disorders including PTSD, schizophrenia, major depressive disorder, OCD, generalized anxiety disorder, eating disorders and more in inpatient and outpatient settings.

Thank you for allowing us to be on the path with you on this journey called brain health. We are here for you to support challenges and struggles with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD,Insomnia, Substance use and Misuse,COVID-PTSD,Chronic pain, Opioid Dependence, Chronic Disease Management and other Daily Life Stressors. Today !!!" Life is a balance between holding on and letting go. Ignore those that make you fearful and sad;that degrade you back towards disease. Why should I be unhappy? You were born with wings,why prefer to crawl through life. Seek the path that demands your whole being.Every Parcel of my being is in full bloom"- RUMI.

Sharon Bolden works with adults who have co-occurring disorders, gambling addiction disorders, substance use disorders and mental health disorders. Sharon strongly believes in the Patient Centered approach including Motivational Interviewing (MI) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) approaches. She has had extensive training in MI.

I specialize in working with clients who are battling issues with depression, anxiety, stress, PTSD, grief and loss, substance use , relationships, medical issues and difficulty coping with chronic health (kidney disease, cancer, etc), effects of trauma, feelings of worthlessness, being lost in life, self esteem, self love, goal setting, finding solutions, loneliness, and employment. I also help people who just need to vent and get it out (talk therapy). I also specialize in helping people use assertive communication to help better communication with others for the betterment of themselves for the present and the future.

Ever feel like you're stuck on the same path or the wrong path? Many of us go through times like these in our lifetime. Having a Licensed Counselor to help you find ways to move forward just might be the answer you’re looking for. I'm here to help you identify obstacles in your path, and to feel empowered to navigate those obstacles effectively. There are many strategies and coping skills that we can work on together to find what works best for you.

I am Jeanne Johnson, LCPC and I am the Owner of Healing HMS (Hearts, Minds, & Souls) where we specialize in healing hearts, minds, and souls through therapeutic services. The main goals at Healing HMS, LLC are to help in assisting individuals reach their full potential, heal their deep wounds, and discover their God given abilities that will allow them to overcome their personal obstacles. Reach out to me and let’s have a free 10 minute consultation and I can connect you with the appropriate therapist.

I have been in practice for over 15 years treating people with depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, in these communities; HIV infected or affected, immigrants, at-risk adolescents, incarcerated adult males, parents with parenting challenges, couples who want to succeed in life and have resistance to their own success. As a Substance Abuse Professional, I perform Alcohol use assessments. I am a Certified Employee Assistance Professional who assists those who are having challenges at their workplaces.

Warm, welcoming Licensed Professional Counselor providing individual counseling services to adults looking to address a wide range of concerns. I aim to impart a sense of safety, support, and feeling truly heard, while assisting clients with identifying and reaching personal goals around change and growth.