Substance Use Therapists in Brooklyn, NY

Psychotherapy offers a way to identify one’s thoughts, feelings and behaviors that result from life's naturally occurring challenges. This collaborative work encourages self-awareness and development of new ways of being. While I work with people seeking therapy for a variety of reasons, my specialties include mood disorders, relationship issues, and chronic illness/pain disorders. I integrate motivational, cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches to help each person meet their goals. I also utilize a harm reduction framework to help individuals explore their substance use and identify opportunities for change.

If you were involved in DWI (driving while intoxicated) or DUI ( driving while impaired) I will perform your screening or assessment according NYS OASAS guidelines carefully reviewing all circumstances leading to violations. If you a DOT driver who violated DOT rules, I will guide through DOT process to help to return to work as soon as possible. I speak English and Russian.

Kizzy Rodney is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and graduate of Medaille College with over a decade of experience in treating individuals affected by Anxiety Disorders, Mood Disorders, Substance Use Disorders, Stress Management and Behavioral Issues. Your sessions are tailored to your needs as Kizzy uses a mix of techniques and interventions from several different orientations. Kizzy's aim is to create a warm and therapeutic space to help you with any of your mental health concerns. To begin your journey of healing, connect with me!

In Maya's clinical practice, she believes that clients can positively address life stressors and symptoms of anxiety and depression through a positive therapeutic alliance. Maya has extensive experience working with mood and personality disorders, substance use , and trauma. She has training and experience in several evidence based therapeutic modalities including: psychodynamic therapy, CBT, and relational psychoanalysis, which she tailors to support her clients needs. Maya strives to create an open, warm, and non-judgmental environment that inhabits an intersectional, culturally aware, gender/sex affirming, and CRT informed lens.

Navigating life's challenges has been especially difficult lately. With the demands of work, family and relationships, it can be hard to carve out dedicated time for oneself. Kensington Wellness offers accessible, affordable, individualized therapy to support you through a variety of new and long-term stressors. Our dedicated team has a wealth of experience in diverse specialties including social anxiety, depression, career issues, substance use and misuse, life transitions, gender and sexuality, cultural identity and relationships. We give you the space and support to achieve your goals and build the life you want.

During this worldwide pandemic a lot deep rooted issues have creeped up to the surface, whether that be anxiety, depression, negative thinking or substance abuse in many. How could it not with all the changes happening in our world today bound to have an impact of sorts on us, however, they should not stop us from obtaining our goals. I am more than happy and open to work with anyone willing to forge ahead and achieve their goals, be it Vocational, Mental Health related, Physical Health related or development of Coping Skills. Currently I’m not taking any clients until April 2023.

My goal is to help create a safe, brave, and inclusive space for my clients that encourages openness and vulnerability. I have an extensive background working with clients with various mental health concerns with extra attention placed on Eating Disorders, Substance Use , as well as I support BIPOC and LGBTQ+ identifying individuals. I believe that by strengthening the therapeutic alliance and building trust in the therapeutic relationship, together we can work on achieving your personal therapeutic goals so you are able to take what you need from therapy. I welcome all individuals and I look forward to working with you!

Prioritizing client's goals without judgment or assumption and a pragmatic, compassionate approach to therapy are the foundation of my work. My areas of particular expertise are substance use concerns + disorders, LGBT issues, post-traumatic stress, critical incident debriefing, compulsive behaviors and stress management. In line with the core principles of Motivational Interviewing, I work side-by-side with my clients to explore their concerns and triumphs with a focus on building self-compassion and resilience.

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.

Hi! I'm Charlene, and I'll keep this nice and short for you since I also know what it's like to be scrolling through psychtoday on the hunt for a new therapist but overwhelmed by your options. In not so many words, I'm a French-Moroccan mental health limited permit counselor specialized in LGB+ and TGNC health and wellness. I am also trained and experienced in Harm Reduction Psychotherapy, and utilize a person-centered approach to not only help you reach your goals, but also thrive.

Change is possible. You CAN feel better. You may be skeptical that what you're struggling with can be helped, blaming and judging yourself instead. You may be frustrated by many attempts to make things better without helping. A part of you may want to avoid looking at what is happening straight on for fear it could make things worse. These fears are normal. With kindness, curiosity, and a helpful framework, we can address these concerns while also allowing you to get the help you need.

As a Clinical Social Worker, my focus in therapy lies in creating a safe and supportive environment that allows you the opportunity for exploration, healing and growth. I believe in creating an alliance and taking a person-centered approach to treating your mental health concerns. I’m here to help create dialogue about issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationships, and work-related stress. Through this dialogue I want to help you improve your mind-body connection, develop coping skills that will strengthen your emotional regulation, and reduce uncomfortable psychiatric symptoms.

Hello! I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in substance use and trauma-related mental health concerns. I work from a psychodynamic and attachment-based perspective while drawing from my experience with a wide variety of treatment approaches, including harm reduction, CBT, Mindfulness Based Relapse Prevention, and empirically validated treatments for PTSD. My focus is on building a supportive and non-judgmental therapeutic space in which we can investigate how early relationship models may inform current interpersonal patterns, with the goal of helping you to relate to others with greater flexibility and choice.

Christina utitlizes a combination of Cognitive Theory, Attachment Theory, and Feminist theory to address the whole person, and better understand the systems they inhabit. Employing humor, frankness, and compassion she provides a safe, nonjudgmental place for clients to come and do the work to meet their desired outcomes.

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.

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.

HAVE YOU OR OTHERS HAD CONCERNS ABOUT YOUR ALCOHOL USE? WHEN FEELING ANGRY OR FRUSTRATED DO YOU USE ALCOHOL OR OTHER DRUGS TO HELP RELIEVE YOUR NEGATIVE FEELINGS? Misusing alcohol, drugs, food or engaging in behaviors like excessive gambling or shopping to cope with strong emotions, may become habitual and as problematic as the negative feelings they are meant to alleviate.

As a licensed clinical therapist for over 5 years, my goal is to assist my clients in obtaining insight into their daily functioning in order to live a healthy meaningful life. Using evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Grief Counseling, Trauma Informed Care, and Supportive Counseling, I empower my clients to develop healthy coping techniques and skills to manage their mental health.

Life can be overwhelming; why go through it alone?! I can help you live a life that excites and invigorates you. I work with you to create an individualized plan based on your needs. You have the tools to succeed in life, and working together we can discover them, as I view my clients as partners in the healing process. Reaching out for help is the first and hardest step leading you in the right direction. Looking forward to hearing from you!