Addiction Therapists in Upper West Side, New York, NY
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Rachel H. Rainne
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT-C
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I utilize trauma based,
addiction
& attachment models.
“You must be willing to give up the life you planned in order to have the life that is waiting for you” -Joseph Campbell. I have the experience, training, & education to assist you on your healing journey. I have been working in the Psychology field since 2003–double majored in Sociology and Criminal Justice for my B.A. and 2 graduate degrees; M.A. in Counseling Psychology and a M.A. in Somatic Psychology. Additionally, I am a CSAT-C.
Tanjida Afroz
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Verified
Verified
I work with culturally diverse adolescents, adults, couples, and artists who want to reach their full potential, improve their interpersonal relationships, build a deeper intimacy in relationships, and achieve happiness in their lives. When you are struggling with emotional, physical pain, significant life transitions including creative blocks,
addiction
, trauma, health issues, spiritual identity, racism, racial microaggressions, career conflicts, and complex relationship problems, the therapeutic journey can help you gain new insights, heal, feel empowered, resilient, liberated, and transform you into your authentic self.
Jessica Zmood
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Over the past decade, I've provided psychological services in a wide-range of settings, including inpatient and outpatient hospital units,
substance
abuse treatment centers and in community-based psychiatric clinics.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist in private practice on Manhattan's Upper West Side. I am warm, engaged and committed to helping you achieve your therapeutic goals in a timely manner. Using a gentle, yet direct approach, I will work collaboratively with you to make positive changes in your life. Whether you are struggling with relationships, communication, depression or anxiety, I can help you identify your roadblocks and move towards a more satisfied life. While I am supportive and empathic, I will also provide you with honest feedback and conduct regular check-ins to ensure that our work is on track.
Ilana Breslau
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
In my
substance
abuse work, I meet someone where they are at (e.
I work with people who are feeling stuck and want to be their best self. Therapy can help you better manage or resolve anxiety, depression, trauma or problems with alcohol or drugs and increase your capacity to respond to stress and relationship conflict. Starting therapy is a courageous first step towards managing painful feelings and vulnerabilities. I help people clarify their problems, identify treatment goals, and develop tools to improve their quality of life.
Shannon Gunter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I am deeply interested in how we are quick to turn to ineffective coping skills to self-medicate, often because it’s the best way we know how. I have both a personal and professional understanding of how
addiction
may be impacting you, and I am here to support you through this moment in your mental health journey. My typical client may be experiencing any of the following issues:
substance
use, gambling, low self-worth, mood disorders, and trauma. Together we will identify your goals and create a plan together to help you reach them.
Lisa Caren Litt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
My specializations also include
substance
misuse or
addiction
, using a harm-reduction approach to find what works best for you.
I bring over 20 years of experience to my work, integrating evidence-based therapies such as CBT, mindfulness and relaxation, with traditional talk therapy. In a warm and safe environment, we will work together to help you gain relief from what is bothering you, including relationships, depression or anxiety. We'll also explore deeper experiences that may be the source of ongoing emotional difficulties. By using a flexible approach and methods that are right for you, you will develop new insights, create strategies to manage stressors, enhance your strengths, and be better able to make constructive choices for yourself.
Not accepting new clients
Jack Lambert
Counselor, LMHC, EdM, MA
Verified
Verified
I am a psychotherapist in private practice in Manhattan and also work as a counselor with the Department of Psychiatry at Mount Sinai specializing in
addiction
treatment. I have had several years of experience working with a diverse population with varied concerns in both inpatient and outpatient settings and completed my training at Columbia University. I am there to listen and work with you on whatever goals you have including long-term recovery, social anxiety, depression, feelings of loneliness, or if you simply want to become mindful and have more insight into your life.
Chris Lambert
Creative Arts Therapist, MA, MT-BC, LCAT
Verified
Verified
Sometimes it can be helpful to talk through issues with someone giving you their undivided attention. It can also be helpful to explore other forms of creative expression when talking isn't enough. I offer these avenues for growth to my clients. Clients I work with often discuss relationship issues, stress related to school or work, feelings of depression and anxiety, and
substance
abuse and
addiction
issues.
Carolyn Ann Licht
Psychologist, PhD, SEP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My specialties include individuals struggling with anxiety and mood disorders, trauma,
substance
abuse, relationship difficulties, career and life transitions, creative blocks, loss and bereavement, identity confusion and low self-esteem, and chronic medical and pain conditions (i.
"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment"~ Emerson. It is often our own insecurities that prevent us from achieving our optimal potential. I believe we all have an inherent capacity for change and growth. Within the collaborative therapeutic space, clients can begin their journey of self-discovery and emotional healing as they work to overcome personal obstacles. My practice is demographically diverse with treatment tailored to the uniqueness of the individual and sensitive to issues of culture, ethnicity, sexual orientation/identity, disability, religion/spirituality, socioeconomic status and presenting condition.
Kelly Hackett
Counselor, MSEd, LMHC
Verified
Verified
I am a licensed therapist passionate about working with individuals dealing with
addiction
(or a family member’s
addiction
), anxiety, depression, and codependency. Do you struggle to feel content or whole without using something external (substances, relationships, food)? Do you have difficulties setting boundaries with others or practicing self-compassion? It can feel overwhelming to be vulnerable with another person in therapy and to let yourself truly be seen, but there can be freedom and connection from doing so. I create a non-judgmental space for you to strengthen your inner resources through awareness and self-acceptance.
Laura-Ann Robb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Substance
abuse touches a lot of lives.
The decision to seek therapy can be a difficult one. I am a caring, empathetic therapist with over 20 years experience who can help with relationship issues, reducing anxiety and stress, and improving depressive symptoms. I can also help with addictive behaviors--drugs and alcohol, food--to help you to understand and reduce these behaviors. We can work together short-term or solution-focused, or I can offer supportive, on-going therapy. We can explore the obstacles that may be holding you back from the life you want to live. I am currently accepting new patients.
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Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
In addition to my work as a general practitioner, I specialize in the treatment of
substance
use issues utilizing harm reduction psychotherapy.
I understand the decision to seek help can be a daunting one as there are many kinds of treatments for different kinds of issues. Successful treatment depends upon the relationship between you and your therapist. The quality of the alliance will contribute to improvement in your emotional well-being, relationships, career, and decrease in problematic behaviors. We will work towards developing coping skills that offer relief from anxiety, depression and other difficult emotions. I will also assist you to understand and work through patterns that contribute to difficulties.
Kathryn O'Connell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified
Verified
In my practice, I believe that you are the expert of your own life and view therapy as a collaborative process. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental atmosphere where you can discover your authentic self and together we can uncover blocks and discover solutions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Credentialed Alcohol and
Substance
Abuse Counselor trained to help people struggling with eating disorders, anxiety, and
addiction
among other struggles. I have extensive experience working in outpatient as well as inpatient settings with these individuals.
Vivian Bader
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Additionally, I have expertise in the area of
addiction
, including sex
addiction
and have been able to effect change quickly with these kinds of issues.
It's perfectly normal and expected to feel some ambivalence about beginning psychotherapy. There is a natural fear that talking about one's concerns will make them worse and that even things that are going well could worsen in the process. My experience and training over 30 years has shown me however, that the therapeutic process enriches and strengthens what is already going well. The areas that one wants to improve become much better understood through the process, thereby clearing the way for real change to occur, which will only lead to a significantly more fulfilled life.
Kenneth Starger LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CASAC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I also work with individuals who are dealing with
addiction
and sexual dysfunction.
I use Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Anger Management interventions to help you improve your daily functioning. You will learn to tolerate ambiguity and ambivalence, make meaning from experience, and expand your understanding of self. If you are depressed, anxious or have issues with anger, I can help you.
Rebecca Rand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Everyone can benefit from having someone to talk to in a safe and comfortable environment. Difficulties with life are universal, whether one struggles with work, career direction,
addiction
, relationships, communication, sexuality, discovering and pursuing one's interests and passions, creating and following through with goals, weight and body issues, self esteem, anxiety or depression. Our friends and family may have good intentions (though not always); usually, they are biased or may want to shift the conversation to talk about themselves. Therapy is a special opportunity to focus on oneself and have the support, attention and incisiveness of a trained individual.
Suzanne Bien Bonet
Licensed Psychoanalyst, MPS, LCAT, LP
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I have a general practice which includes adults, adolescents and couples who come from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds as well as
extensive experience treating
substance
abuse and
addiction
.
Do you feel blocked, stuck, unfulfilled by your relationships or work? I can help by providing a safe space to explore the issues that may be holding you back from reaching your full potential. I have 20 years+ in practice and my approach is interactive and supportive. We begin by establishing a basis of trust and honesty, the foundation for dealing with the present as well as uncovering obstacles and patterns that have their roots in the past. Through this process new perspectives are gained as we work together to make the changes that lead to satisfying and meaningful choices.
Waitlist for new clients
Ita O'Sullivan
MS, APRN
Verified
Verified
Our lives unfold their beauty, Like the petals of a flower, In challenges from circumstances, We find our finest hour. (C. Alexander Simkins). Generally it is in such circumstances that we find our way to a psychotherapist or a need for medication, not when life is smooth and comfortable. Many years of professional practice blended with my own life experiences have given me empathy and understanding that assist me in my relationships with my clients and in identifying with them what is needed to enhance healing and recovery. I am a nurse practitioner in psychiatry and mental health with a focus on depression, anxiety, life transitions, end of life issues,
substance
use and medication management. I see both individuals and couples. There are many research studies showing the use of hypnotherapy and mindfulness in easing the symptoms of stress and anxiety and I incorporate both into my practice. www.rickhanson.net. A wonderful resource to increase your knowledge and insights on how to use mindfulness to reduce stress.
Robert Considine Phd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified
Verified
I provide both individual and group psychotherapy and also offer therapy via videoconferencing to NYS residents on a HIPAA-compliant platform. I have expertise in the following areas: mood problems,
substance
misuse, trauma, and LGBT issues. I have worked in private practice as well as in mental health and
substance
abuse treatment facilities and clinics, including the highly respected
Addiction
Institute at Mount Sinai Hospital. I practice from a harm reduction perspective and incorporate multiple other evidence-based practices into my work.
Susan Kaskowitz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified
Verified
I have worked with adults, groups and families in the areas of mental health and or
addiction
.
I am a seasoned professional with 40 years experience working in the mental health and addictions field. I believe that the power to heal is within each of us and our work together will allow you to grow as a person and find your joy. The power of relationships to inspire, guide and redirect is priceless and this will be our focus. Although it sounds simple it is not and will take committed work on both our parts but the rewards are well worth it. I am ready when you are and look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason, “interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.