Addiction Therapists in New York, NY
As a Clinical Hypnotist, Nutrition Counselor, Sleep Counselor, and Addiction Recovery Coach, I can help you reach your goals.
You should know that I am known for achieving outstanding results in using hypnotherapy for smoking cessation, overcoming drug and alcohol addiction, improving sleep, managing stress, conquering anxiety, breaking bad habits and improving athletic and academic performance. You will be delighted with the valuable changes you are going to make in your life.
As a Clinical Hypnotist, Nutrition Counselor, Sleep Counselor, and Addiction Recovery Coach, I can help you reach your goals.
You should know that I am known for achieving outstanding results in using hypnotherapy for smoking cessation, overcoming drug and alcohol addiction, improving sleep, managing stress, conquering anxiety, breaking bad habits and improving athletic and academic performance. You will be delighted with the valuable changes you are going to make in your life.
Once the substance abuser enters recovery, things begin to re-balance, and this power redistribution has potential for new problems.
One always hopes that addressing addiction means relationships can return to normal - but often problems have existed for so long what is "normal" has become skewed. The natural inclination is to return to unhealthy patterns. Removing stigma and shame around addiction is critical, while focusing on the role substances play and deconstructing why someone uses.
Once the substance abuser enters recovery, things begin to re-balance, and this power redistribution has potential for new problems.
One always hopes that addressing addiction means relationships can return to normal - but often problems have existed for so long what is "normal" has become skewed. The natural inclination is to return to unhealthy patterns. Removing stigma and shame around addiction is critical, while focusing on the role substances play and deconstructing why someone uses.
This can range from more mild issues such as generalized anxiety to more significant issues such as major depression and addiction.
Mark Colterjohn, LCSW is a psychotherapist practicing in the Flatiron District of Manhattan. He has over 25-years experience as a psychotherapist and is committed to providing you the highest level of care. Mr. Colterjohn holds advanced degrees in Psychology and Clinical Social Work. Mr. Colterjohn also holds post-graduate certifications in Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR. Mr. Colterjohn is on the faculty of Columbia University as an adjunct professor who supervises psychotherapy students.
This can range from more mild issues such as generalized anxiety to more significant issues such as major depression and addiction.
Mark Colterjohn, LCSW is a psychotherapist practicing in the Flatiron District of Manhattan. He has over 25-years experience as a psychotherapist and is committed to providing you the highest level of care. Mr. Colterjohn holds advanced degrees in Psychology and Clinical Social Work. Mr. Colterjohn also holds post-graduate certifications in Gestalt Therapy, Internal Family Systems, and EMDR. Mr. Colterjohn is on the faculty of Columbia University as an adjunct professor who supervises psychotherapy students.
At this time you can choose between in-person or video conferencing sessions. Ellen Varady is accepting new patients.
At this time you can choose between in-person or video conferencing sessions. Ellen Varady is accepting new patients.
In addition to helping people with anxiety, depression, and relationship and interpersonal challenges, I have specialized training treating substance use and other compulsive behavior difficulties and supporting family members.
I get it. Searching for a therapist is overwhelming, exhausting, and all the profiles sound the same. To help you decide whether to reach out, here is what you can expect from me, aside from a non-judgmental, come-as-you-are, therapeutic space. First, I am an active therapist who will ask questions and challenge you. Second, I provide direct, honest feedback; I won’t dodge your questions without explanation. Third, humanness: No blank stares or awkward silences. Fourth, humor (but no knock-knock jokes).
In addition to helping people with anxiety, depression, and relationship and interpersonal challenges, I have specialized training treating substance use and other compulsive behavior difficulties and supporting family members.
I get it. Searching for a therapist is overwhelming, exhausting, and all the profiles sound the same. To help you decide whether to reach out, here is what you can expect from me, aside from a non-judgmental, come-as-you-are, therapeutic space. First, I am an active therapist who will ask questions and challenge you. Second, I provide direct, honest feedback; I won’t dodge your questions without explanation. Third, humanness: No blank stares or awkward silences. Fourth, humor (but no knock-knock jokes).
John Saunders is a licensed clinician who has the education, experience and compassion to help anyone struggling with mental health and addiction disorders.
I utilize CBT, DBT, DST and solution focused techniques to help identify the areas that prevent you from achieving your goals. I have worked in the area of addiction for 20 years, and in that time I have had the privileged to witness lives change and evolve over time. If this message resonates with you feel free to reach out to me. I am ready to assist you.
John Saunders is a licensed clinician who has the education, experience and compassion to help anyone struggling with mental health and addiction disorders.
I utilize CBT, DBT, DST and solution focused techniques to help identify the areas that prevent you from achieving your goals. I have worked in the area of addiction for 20 years, and in that time I have had the privileged to witness lives change and evolve over time. If this message resonates with you feel free to reach out to me. I am ready to assist you.
Using proven scientific based tools, I help my clients to successfully overcome depressive moods, anxieties or break bad habits such as addictions or procrastination.
I specialize in individual and couple therapy and an expert on treatment techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, imagery and relaxation. I am on the faculty of Columbia University, and a former supervisor of psychologists and psychiatric residents. I bring to treatment my unique expertise and experience as a clinician and a scholar.
Using proven scientific based tools, I help my clients to successfully overcome depressive moods, anxieties or break bad habits such as addictions or procrastination.
I specialize in individual and couple therapy and an expert on treatment techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy, imagery and relaxation. I am on the faculty of Columbia University, and a former supervisor of psychologists and psychiatric residents. I bring to treatment my unique expertise and experience as a clinician and a scholar.
My approach to therapy is empathic and non-judgemental. I work toward helping a person feel safe to say everything and believe that therapy heals largely through the power of the therapeutic relationship. Therapy provides valuable insight into ourselves. When we become conscious of who we are and what we are feeling and thinking we are able to make better choices and lead happier more productive lives.
My approach to therapy is empathic and non-judgemental. I work toward helping a person feel safe to say everything and believe that therapy heals largely through the power of the therapeutic relationship. Therapy provides valuable insight into ourselves. When we become conscious of who we are and what we are feeling and thinking we are able to make better choices and lead happier more productive lives.
Whether you're seeking to heal from the past, build healthier relationships, or reconnect with yourself, I offer a safe, affirming space for growth. My approach centers on collaboration and respect—you are the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll draw on your strengths to foster insight, resilience, and lasting change. Taking the first step toward healing and fulfillment takes courage—I'm here to walk that path with you.
Whether you're seeking to heal from the past, build healthier relationships, or reconnect with yourself, I offer a safe, affirming space for growth. My approach centers on collaboration and respect—you are the expert of your own life. Together, we’ll draw on your strengths to foster insight, resilience, and lasting change. Taking the first step toward healing and fulfillment takes courage—I'm here to walk that path with you.
Whether it's relationship disappointment, stalled career plans, new parent challenges, the shock of retirement or other life transitions, painful baffling emotions, self-defeating behaviors or use of substances in a harmful way, talking with someone trained to help you make sense of things can lead to greater control over your actions, choices and decisions.
I am an experienced therapist, psychodynamically trained to help a diverse group of clients speak in a meaningful way, leading to greater self-understanding. I am LGBTQ friendly and work with individuals, and couples of all kinds (co-habitating, married, pre-marital, siblings, business partners, etc.
Whether it's relationship disappointment, stalled career plans, new parent challenges, the shock of retirement or other life transitions, painful baffling emotions, self-defeating behaviors or use of substances in a harmful way, talking with someone trained to help you make sense of things can lead to greater control over your actions, choices and decisions.
I am an experienced therapist, psychodynamically trained to help a diverse group of clients speak in a meaningful way, leading to greater self-understanding. I am LGBTQ friendly and work with individuals, and couples of all kinds (co-habitating, married, pre-marital, siblings, business partners, etc.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with addiction?
We will help you uncover patterns and behaviors that don't suit you and arm you with tools to navigate making changes and adopting healthier coping skills. I work with individuals and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, addiction and those curious about understanding attachment styles.
Are you or your loved ones struggling with addiction?
We will help you uncover patterns and behaviors that don't suit you and arm you with tools to navigate making changes and adopting healthier coping skills. I work with individuals and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, self-esteem, addiction and those curious about understanding attachment styles.
Have you found yourself stuck in cycles of stress, anxiety, challenging relationship patterns, low self-worth, or addiction?
I take holistic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based modalities such as ACT, DBT, EFT and Somatic Therapy. Our sessions will be personalized and conversational, helping you deepen self-awareness, gently shift patterns, and nurture ongoing healing and growth. I offer expertise in anxiety, relationships/dating, addiction, and worthiness.
Have you found yourself stuck in cycles of stress, anxiety, challenging relationship patterns, low self-worth, or addiction?
I take holistic approach to therapy, integrating evidence-based modalities such as ACT, DBT, EFT and Somatic Therapy. Our sessions will be personalized and conversational, helping you deepen self-awareness, gently shift patterns, and nurture ongoing healing and growth. I offer expertise in anxiety, relationships/dating, addiction, and worthiness.
I work with adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and substance use challenges.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate. I draw from a range of evidence-based practices—including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Narrative Therapy techniques. I take a harm reduction approach for individuals in all stages of recovery.
I work with adults navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, personality disorders, and substance use challenges.
My approach is collaborative and compassionate. I draw from a range of evidence-based practices—including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Internal Family Systems (IFS), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Narrative Therapy techniques. I take a harm reduction approach for individuals in all stages of recovery.
Melissa Flores is a bilingual licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, graduated magna cum laude from one of Touro's MFT masters programs, and has provided psychotherapy for 8 years to a wide range of people. Melissa has experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. She creates a creative, collaborative, and safe environment for clients to feel encouraged to step outside of their comfort zone and thrive. Melissa provides individual, couples, and family therapy as well as groups for organizations, anger management, parenting classes, and couples groups.
Melissa Flores is a bilingual licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, graduated magna cum laude from one of Touro's MFT masters programs, and has provided psychotherapy for 8 years to a wide range of people. Melissa has experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. She creates a creative, collaborative, and safe environment for clients to feel encouraged to step outside of their comfort zone and thrive. Melissa provides individual, couples, and family therapy as well as groups for organizations, anger management, parenting classes, and couples groups.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Specialist with over 25 years of experience in the field.
I specialize in addiction and mental health, helping clients overcome resistance to change and break free from substance dependence. With 25+ years of experience, I provide evidence-based therapy tailored to address cravings, triggers, and relapse prevention. Currently serve as the director of the NYU Post- Masters in Addiction certificate program.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Addiction Specialist with over 25 years of experience in the field.
I specialize in addiction and mental health, helping clients overcome resistance to change and break free from substance dependence. With 25+ years of experience, I provide evidence-based therapy tailored to address cravings, triggers, and relapse prevention. Currently serve as the director of the NYU Post- Masters in Addiction certificate program.
I have a longstanding interest in helping people with mental health and substance abuse issues.
Men are particularly challenged to find someone they can trust with their deepest thoughts and secrets. Growth happens in an atmosphere of love rather than fear. Assuring the client that he or she is loved and cared for provides a seed bed for the trust that needs to develop between therapist and client for healing to occur.
I have a longstanding interest in helping people with mental health and substance abuse issues.
Men are particularly challenged to find someone they can trust with their deepest thoughts and secrets. Growth happens in an atmosphere of love rather than fear. Assuring the client that he or she is loved and cared for provides a seed bed for the trust that needs to develop between therapist and client for healing to occur.
My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I am trained as a culturally responsive cognitive behavioral therapist. An important part of my practice is my appreciation and admiration of culture. My clients are diverse by age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, and ethnicity. I offer EVENING and WEEKEND hours.
My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, & families. I am trained as a culturally responsive cognitive behavioral therapist. An important part of my practice is my appreciation and admiration of culture. My clients are diverse by age, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, race, and ethnicity. I offer EVENING and WEEKEND hours.
As a mental health counselor, I am dedicated to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that everyone has the inner strength to navigate life's challenges, and my role is to support you in discovering and building on that strength.
As a mental health counselor, I am dedicated to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. I believe that everyone has the inner strength to navigate life's challenges, and my role is to support you in discovering and building on that strength.
Specialities include Adults/Adolescents/Couples, Women's Groups, Anxiety/Depression, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, Relationshp issues, Loss and Grief, Gay Lesbian Issues, HIV/Aids, Domestic/Sexual Abuse.
As a clinical therapist, my purpose is to center clients in the awareness that they MATTER in the world. For over 25 years I have run a private practice in New York City, working with individuals, couples and groups. My office provides a safe environment for clients to speak openly; to identify and resolve personal challenges and conflicts in order to rediscover and reach their fullest potential - leading to a joyous, healthier life.
My practice is grounded in the principles of interpersonal/relational therapy, somatic experience (SE), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Goal Oriented Therapy, Spirituality, and EMDR.
Specialities include Adults/Adolescents/Couples, Women's Groups, Anxiety/Depression, Eating Disorders, Addictions, Trauma and PTSD, ADHD, Relationshp issues, Loss and Grief, Gay Lesbian Issues, HIV/Aids, Domestic/Sexual Abuse.
As a clinical therapist, my purpose is to center clients in the awareness that they MATTER in the world. For over 25 years I have run a private practice in New York City, working with individuals, couples and groups. My office provides a safe environment for clients to speak openly; to identify and resolve personal challenges and conflicts in order to rediscover and reach their fullest potential - leading to a joyous, healthier life.
My practice is grounded in the principles of interpersonal/relational therapy, somatic experience (SE), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Goal Oriented Therapy, Spirituality, and EMDR.
I have experience and a strong passion for supporting queer and gender expansive people and their unique experiences, as well as people struggling with or in recovery for addiction.
I aim to create a safe and affirming environment for clients to feel supported in exploring past and present experiences. I deeply values the vulnerability of my clients, and seek to build a therapeutic relationship that is founded in collaboration, trust, and empathy. I believe in each client’s innate strengths, and I am interested in identifying and working through barriers to better understand the narratives we often have about ourselves. I work collaboratively to help clients rework these stories to fully honor who they want to be. My training and life experiences shape my practice.
I have experience and a strong passion for supporting queer and gender expansive people and their unique experiences, as well as people struggling with or in recovery for addiction.
I aim to create a safe and affirming environment for clients to feel supported in exploring past and present experiences. I deeply values the vulnerability of my clients, and seek to build a therapeutic relationship that is founded in collaboration, trust, and empathy. I believe in each client’s innate strengths, and I am interested in identifying and working through barriers to better understand the narratives we often have about ourselves. I work collaboratively to help clients rework these stories to fully honor who they want to be. My training and life experiences shape my practice.
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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.