Substance Use Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
I am passionate in helping individuals that struggle with PTSD, substance use, depression, anxiety, fear, shame/guilt, grief/loss, life transitions, identity issues, and relationship concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I am trained in Basic Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Brainspotting (Phase I & II) therapies. These psychosomatic interventions can offer treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, cravings, and other conditions.
I am passionate in helping individuals that struggle with PTSD, substance use, depression, anxiety, fear, shame/guilt, grief/loss, life transitions, identity issues, and relationship concerns.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I am trained in Basic Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Brainspotting (Phase I & II) therapies. These psychosomatic interventions can offer treatment of trauma, anxiety, depression, self-esteem issues, cravings, and other conditions.
She has experience in acute mental health and enjoys thinking out of the box with couples wanting to be in the same team and individuals who struggle with PTSD, panic, sleep issues and substance use disorders.
In session she may include movement or breathing techniques, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Solution-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, DBT informed techniques, Somatic Experiencing, Somatic Shaking, Narrative therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Exposure techniques.
She has experience in acute mental health and enjoys thinking out of the box with couples wanting to be in the same team and individuals who struggle with PTSD, panic, sleep issues and substance use disorders.
In session she may include movement or breathing techniques, Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), Solution-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, DBT informed techniques, Somatic Experiencing, Somatic Shaking, Narrative therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Exposure techniques.
I aim to provide a warm, affirming space for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and substance use.
I am a pre-licensed clinical counselor under supervision, holding a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services and a Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. I have a range of perspectives from experience working in residential, assisted living, and outpatient settings, enriching my approach to care.
I aim to provide a warm, affirming space for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and substance use.
I am a pre-licensed clinical counselor under supervision, holding a Master of Arts in Counseling and Psychological Services and a Graduate Certificate in Addiction Studies from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. I have a range of perspectives from experience working in residential, assisted living, and outpatient settings, enriching my approach to care.
I also have a passion for supporting individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
I believe that a person’s innate capacity to grow and heal can emerge through connection and safety. By fostering increased awareness, acceptance, and skills, therapy can spark a process of transformation. Clients have described me as compassionate, warm, and authentic. I also believe in the healing power of humor and levity when appropriate. My strengths-based approach focuses on enhancing the unique resources and capacities you already possess. I am trained in brainspotting, a powerful brain-body approach that can support healing from trauma, address the roots of distress, and promote emotional well-being.
I also have a passion for supporting individuals with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders.
I believe that a person’s innate capacity to grow and heal can emerge through connection and safety. By fostering increased awareness, acceptance, and skills, therapy can spark a process of transformation. Clients have described me as compassionate, warm, and authentic. I also believe in the healing power of humor and levity when appropriate. My strengths-based approach focuses on enhancing the unique resources and capacities you already possess. I am trained in brainspotting, a powerful brain-body approach that can support healing from trauma, address the roots of distress, and promote emotional well-being.
I also have special interests in substance use/abuse, codependency, trauma, and menopause.
Immediate Openings online and waiting list in person at the Plymouth office. Request an appointment by clicking on "My website". I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore what brings you to therapy and figure out how to take steps forward (or back if that's what you need). My style of connection is down-to earth, compassionate, humorous, and real. If you are new to therapy, have been in therapy awhile, experiencing a life event, or trying to figure out why things are the way they are and how you can feel better, reach out and let's talk about it.
I also have special interests in substance use/abuse, codependency, trauma, and menopause.
Immediate Openings online and waiting list in person at the Plymouth office. Request an appointment by clicking on "My website". I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where you can explore what brings you to therapy and figure out how to take steps forward (or back if that's what you need). My style of connection is down-to earth, compassionate, humorous, and real. If you are new to therapy, have been in therapy awhile, experiencing a life event, or trying to figure out why things are the way they are and how you can feel better, reach out and let's talk about it.
My professional experience and training is focused on providing advocacy and guidance for adults seeking management and relief from PTSD, substance use concerns, mood and anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.
Using a mindfulness and acceptance-based therapeutic approach to understand the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual, I work to empower clients towards change in a safe, welcoming environment. Therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
My professional experience and training is focused on providing advocacy and guidance for adults seeking management and relief from PTSD, substance use concerns, mood and anxiety disorders, and personality disorders.
Using a mindfulness and acceptance-based therapeutic approach to understand the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual, I work to empower clients towards change in a safe, welcoming environment. Therapeutic approaches include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Kelle A Kasner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
4 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Waitlist for new clients
For 20 years I have supported folks with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Have you made significant changes in your life but find yourself stuck in old patterns? Are you in recovery from drugs or alcohol or disordered eating, but still find yourself struggling in other ways? My Name is Kelle Kirk and I help folks in recovery STAY in recovery. Many of us have found out that cutting out the drinking or drugging or changing our relationship to food or our bodies didn't "fix" everything; in some ways, maybe we found things to be more intense or complicated in this new landscape. You have come so far and made such progress, let's work on the being human and truly do something different.
For 20 years I have supported folks with mental health conditions and substance use disorders.
Have you made significant changes in your life but find yourself stuck in old patterns? Are you in recovery from drugs or alcohol or disordered eating, but still find yourself struggling in other ways? My Name is Kelle Kirk and I help folks in recovery STAY in recovery. Many of us have found out that cutting out the drinking or drugging or changing our relationship to food or our bodies didn't "fix" everything; in some ways, maybe we found things to be more intense or complicated in this new landscape. You have come so far and made such progress, let's work on the being human and truly do something different.
I am currently working with individuals 18+ and specialize in neurodivergence, substance use, and identity.
As a neurodivergent person myself, I have curated an intense passion for supporting others that identify as neurodivergent or want to explore what that means to them. With a cohesive background with both mental health & substance use community support, I offer a holistic and understanding approach for resources, support, and alternative approaches for life.
I am currently working with individuals 18+ and specialize in neurodivergence, substance use, and identity.
As a neurodivergent person myself, I have curated an intense passion for supporting others that identify as neurodivergent or want to explore what that means to them. With a cohesive background with both mental health & substance use community support, I offer a holistic and understanding approach for resources, support, and alternative approaches for life.
She challenges traditional siloed models of couples therapy, substance use and body image programs, instead creatively weaving each strand of the client’s unique relational complexity into her conceptualization process.
Unsure of what's next for your relationship? Feeling like you need support due to lack of intimacy and connection? Struggling to communicate? Couples therapy is here to help during difficult relationship turning points. Whether you're unsure if you can truly heal from betrayal, have dealt with months or years of sexual disconnection or are struggling to be on the same page with your partner, consider booking a marital therapy session today. You will both acquire the tools and skills needed to not just survive this hard time but to learn how to thrive in a healthier and happier relationship.
She challenges traditional siloed models of couples therapy, substance use and body image programs, instead creatively weaving each strand of the client’s unique relational complexity into her conceptualization process.
Unsure of what's next for your relationship? Feeling like you need support due to lack of intimacy and connection? Struggling to communicate? Couples therapy is here to help during difficult relationship turning points. Whether you're unsure if you can truly heal from betrayal, have dealt with months or years of sexual disconnection or are struggling to be on the same page with your partner, consider booking a marital therapy session today. You will both acquire the tools and skills needed to not just survive this hard time but to learn how to thrive in a healthier and happier relationship.
Working with high achievement, driven, outwardly successful clients often overlaps with stress, anxiety, imposter symptoms, challenges with motivation and fulfillment, relationship concerns, and substance use.
Now accepting clients in MN, CA, and CO -
Life is dynamic and at times truly challenging, and challenges don't have to be faced alone. I provide engaged, collaborative therapy to explore and address goals, struggles, and desires. Together we will alleviate stress and interpersonal strain, build balance and clarity, and promote long-term wellness. Please visit my website for additional information and I look forward to meeting you!
Working with high achievement, driven, outwardly successful clients often overlaps with stress, anxiety, imposter symptoms, challenges with motivation and fulfillment, relationship concerns, and substance use.
Now accepting clients in MN, CA, and CO -
Life is dynamic and at times truly challenging, and challenges don't have to be faced alone. I provide engaged, collaborative therapy to explore and address goals, struggles, and desires. Together we will alleviate stress and interpersonal strain, build balance and clarity, and promote long-term wellness. Please visit my website for additional information and I look forward to meeting you!
Kyle Slawson
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403
I work with clients experiencing mental health and/or substance use concerns.
You look in the mirror and notice a stranger is looking back at you. You don’t recognize this person, sure they look like you, but everything else is different. Life feels like it’s racing past you and you’re struggling to keep up. You’ve tried to make changes before that just don’t seem to last. Drinking and using substances used to help, but now it’s not the same. Overwhelmed and stressed you’ve lashed out at friends and family when they’ve struggled to understand. You’re trying your best.
I work with clients experiencing mental health and/or substance use concerns.
You look in the mirror and notice a stranger is looking back at you. You don’t recognize this person, sure they look like you, but everything else is different. Life feels like it’s racing past you and you’re struggling to keep up. You’ve tried to make changes before that just don’t seem to last. Drinking and using substances used to help, but now it’s not the same. Overwhelmed and stressed you’ve lashed out at friends and family when they’ve struggled to understand. You’re trying your best.
Challenges with substance use, mental health symptoms, relationships, or whatever else you are facing do not define you.
I offer a therapeutic experience that often includes a respectful challenge to become more aware of the ways that you might be holding yourself back. We might work together to help you better understand how you might respectfully build better relationships in your life. I am committed to therapy being an experience that feels safe enough to be challenged.
Challenges with substance use, mental health symptoms, relationships, or whatever else you are facing do not define you.
I offer a therapeutic experience that often includes a respectful challenge to become more aware of the ways that you might be holding yourself back. We might work together to help you better understand how you might respectfully build better relationships in your life. I am committed to therapy being an experience that feels safe enough to be challenged.
My specialty areas include alcohol and other substance use, abuse, and other addictions or compulsivity.
Choosing a therapist who fits your specific needs, values, and methods for change can be challenging. There needs to be a comfort level and fit that will foster a positive and effective working relationship. The therapist's education, experience, competency, and certification are essential to promoting positive outcomes. I have been working with women, men, couples, and families for 26+ years and have learned much from clients regarding their concerns, hopes, dreams, and change methods. My approach is trauma-informed, Collaborative, Strengths-Based, and Solution-Focused.
My specialty areas include alcohol and other substance use, abuse, and other addictions or compulsivity.
Choosing a therapist who fits your specific needs, values, and methods for change can be challenging. There needs to be a comfort level and fit that will foster a positive and effective working relationship. The therapist's education, experience, competency, and certification are essential to promoting positive outcomes. I have been working with women, men, couples, and families for 26+ years and have learned much from clients regarding their concerns, hopes, dreams, and change methods. My approach is trauma-informed, Collaborative, Strengths-Based, and Solution-Focused.
Over time, those feelings of shame, anger, or frustration can creep in, and behaviors like substance use or compulsive habits can take over before you even realize it.
Specialized training in addiction, EMDR, treating trauma. Areas of Expertise: sex addiction, pornography addiction, substance use addiction, therapy for men in long-term recovery.
Over time, those feelings of shame, anger, or frustration can creep in, and behaviors like substance use or compulsive habits can take over before you even realize it.
Specialized training in addiction, EMDR, treating trauma. Areas of Expertise: sex addiction, pornography addiction, substance use addiction, therapy for men in long-term recovery.
I often work with clients experiencing anxiety and worry, depressive symptoms, substance use, and/or trauma symptoms.
I am committed to compassionately guiding individuals through their unique emotional journeys with empathy, insight, and evidence-based approaches. Additionally, as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I have years of experience with addiction and recognize that it often intersects with emotional pain, past trauma, and unresolved parts of the self.
I often work with clients experiencing anxiety and worry, depressive symptoms, substance use, and/or trauma symptoms.
I am committed to compassionately guiding individuals through their unique emotional journeys with empathy, insight, and evidence-based approaches. Additionally, as a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I have years of experience with addiction and recognize that it often intersects with emotional pain, past trauma, and unresolved parts of the self.
I specialize in the evidence based treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and substance use.
It is hard work for you to reach out for help and to make changes, and I will respect that hard work by tailoring evidence based treatments to help you. I use a humanistic approach to meet clients where they are at, and adapt cognitive behavioral and mindfulness therapies to assist clients in making empowered changes in their lives.
I specialize in the evidence based treatment of depression, anxiety, PTSD, psychosis, and substance use.
It is hard work for you to reach out for help and to make changes, and I will respect that hard work by tailoring evidence based treatments to help you. I use a humanistic approach to meet clients where they are at, and adapt cognitive behavioral and mindfulness therapies to assist clients in making empowered changes in their lives.
At Planting Seeds Recovery, I work with adults facing substance use and behavioral addictions (like gaming, shopping, gambling, and food), as well as codependency, religious or cultural trauma, and intergenerational trauma.
I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories and finding ways to support them. My approach is collaborative, warm, and rooted in the belief that no one is broken. I help clients develop awareness of their internal worlds, strengthening their relationships with themselves in ways that foster healing and resilience.
At Planting Seeds Recovery, I work with adults facing substance use and behavioral addictions (like gaming, shopping, gambling, and food), as well as codependency, religious or cultural trauma, and intergenerational trauma.
I’ve always been drawn to people’s stories and finding ways to support them. My approach is collaborative, warm, and rooted in the belief that no one is broken. I help clients develop awareness of their internal worlds, strengthening their relationships with themselves in ways that foster healing and resilience.
I work with individuals who may be struggling with: substance use, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, racial identity, and spiritual disconnection.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or pulled between who you are and who others expect you to be. You may be navigating trauma, addiction, faith, anxiety, or grief in silence. My ideal client is seeking peace, clarity, and emotional relief. Whether you’re part of the East African or Muslim community or from another background, you want a space that honors both your pain and your strength. You’re ready to be heard, seen, and supported as you work through the layers of your story.
I work with individuals who may be struggling with: substance use, trauma, ADHD, anxiety, racial identity, and spiritual disconnection.
You may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or pulled between who you are and who others expect you to be. You may be navigating trauma, addiction, faith, anxiety, or grief in silence. My ideal client is seeking peace, clarity, and emotional relief. Whether you’re part of the East African or Muslim community or from another background, you want a space that honors both your pain and your strength. You’re ready to be heard, seen, and supported as you work through the layers of your story.
I have a history in working with substance use, addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
I work with both adults and adolescents in an individual capacity who are having difficulty understanding their emotional experience. I focus on providing insight into an individual's emotional experience by guiding them through understanding how their thoughts can influence emotions and lead to certain behaviors.
I have a history in working with substance use, addiction, trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, and self-harm.
I work with both adults and adolescents in an individual capacity who are having difficulty understanding their emotional experience. I focus on providing insight into an individual's emotional experience by guiding them through understanding how their thoughts can influence emotions and lead to certain behaviors.
You might feel unsure about change, navigating legal involvement, or facing emotional challenges like trauma, neurodivergence, or substance use.
I offer steady, straightforward therapy using a personality-driven, trauma-informed, and solution-focused approach. I specialize in supporting individuals involved with the legal system, those unsure about making changes, and anyone seeking growth, coping skills, and greater self-understanding.
You might feel unsure about change, navigating legal involvement, or facing emotional challenges like trauma, neurodivergence, or substance use.
I offer steady, straightforward therapy using a personality-driven, trauma-informed, and solution-focused approach. I specialize in supporting individuals involved with the legal system, those unsure about making changes, and anyone seeking growth, coping skills, and greater self-understanding.
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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.