Substance Use Therapists in Vestal, NY

SP Counseling and Treatment
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Serves Area
I specialize in Trauma and Loss, Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
I have gone through therapy myself related to trauma and loss. Specialize in treatment of substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety and depression. I have received training from the most well-known experts in the field of trauma therapy. I also work with Couples who are recovering from one or both individuals' substance abuse/ dependence.
I specialize in Trauma and Loss, Substance Use Disorders, PTSD, Anxiety and Depression.
I have gone through therapy myself related to trauma and loss. Specialize in treatment of substance use disorders, trauma, anxiety and depression. I have received training from the most well-known experts in the field of trauma therapy. I also work with Couples who are recovering from one or both individuals' substance abuse/ dependence.
(607) 208-7948 View (607) 208-7948
Guy Windingland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Online Only
I am an experienced, licensed therapist who would like to help you with your relationship concerns, addiction/codependency/recovery issues, depression, anxiety or grief. From the first phone contact, to the first appointment, and every one thereafter, every effort is made to ensure your concerns are addressed in a friendly, caring and professional manner. Each person's needs are assessed by careful listening and thoughtful consideration, applying over 25 years of experience to the issues at hand. Treatment plans are arrived at following a process of gauging client strengths, apparent obstacles, and then, potential solutions. This is a "team effort."
I am an experienced, licensed therapist who would like to help you with your relationship concerns, addiction/codependency/recovery issues, depression, anxiety or grief. From the first phone contact, to the first appointment, and every one thereafter, every effort is made to ensure your concerns are addressed in a friendly, caring and professional manner. Each person's needs are assessed by careful listening and thoughtful consideration, applying over 25 years of experience to the issues at hand. Treatment plans are arrived at following a process of gauging client strengths, apparent obstacles, and then, potential solutions. This is a "team effort."
(607) 229-1556 View (607) 229-1556
Kim Hayden
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCAT
3 Endorsed
Vestal, NY 13850
I am so excited to be able to offer Art Therapy as a unique counseling alternative to traditional talk therapy. I believe strongly that through the art making process one can learn a great deal about themselves and find ways to handle current challenges. I have a studio filled with everything from drawing materials and paints to clay, plaster, found objects and much more. Together we can explore different mediums and help you find your voice through the creative process. My background in the creative arts allows us the opportunity to add music, poetry/journaling, movement and drama if you would like. No prior artistic skills are needed. My goal is exploring the art process and thoughts and feelings that arise from the creation of art work rather than achieving a polished finished product. I look forward to providing therapy in the art studio with individuals, families and groups.
I am so excited to be able to offer Art Therapy as a unique counseling alternative to traditional talk therapy. I believe strongly that through the art making process one can learn a great deal about themselves and find ways to handle current challenges. I have a studio filled with everything from drawing materials and paints to clay, plaster, found objects and much more. Together we can explore different mediums and help you find your voice through the creative process. My background in the creative arts allows us the opportunity to add music, poetry/journaling, movement and drama if you would like. No prior artistic skills are needed. My goal is exploring the art process and thoughts and feelings that arise from the creation of art work rather than achieving a polished finished product. I look forward to providing therapy in the art studio with individuals, families and groups.
(607) 214-9988 View (607) 214-9988
Sue Linfoot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Vestal, NY 13850
Stop scrolling.... If you are looking for guidance, I am a clinician with Cross Connects, a small and personable group of providers who are dedicated to providing something different. Grounded in a family systems approach, my practice focuses on empowering individuals by fostering self-esteem, resilience, and personal growth. My passion for this field runs deep, and I find it both an honor and a calling to walk alongside those navigating life’s most challenging moments. Every person’s story matters to me, I want to help you discover strength, hope, and healing within yourself.
Stop scrolling.... If you are looking for guidance, I am a clinician with Cross Connects, a small and personable group of providers who are dedicated to providing something different. Grounded in a family systems approach, my practice focuses on empowering individuals by fostering self-esteem, resilience, and personal growth. My passion for this field runs deep, and I find it both an honor and a calling to walk alongside those navigating life’s most challenging moments. Every person’s story matters to me, I want to help you discover strength, hope, and healing within yourself.
(607) 258-9320 View (607) 258-9320
Matthew Lamphere
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC
Vestal, NY 13850
My work as a therapist has focused on helping individuals with a variety of challenges, including recovery from alcohol and drug use, managing depression and anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, men's issues, and codependency among others. While these challenges are common for many folks, I tailor my approach to meet your needs and goals that are most important to you in a non-judgmental and open way.
My work as a therapist has focused on helping individuals with a variety of challenges, including recovery from alcohol and drug use, managing depression and anxiety, navigating relationship challenges, men's issues, and codependency among others. While these challenges are common for many folks, I tailor my approach to meet your needs and goals that are most important to you in a non-judgmental and open way.
(607) 208-7746 View (607) 208-7746
The Hope Center
Counselor, EdS, MA, BRE, LMHC-D
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
At The Hope Center, you are met with professional mental health counseling and life coaching to help you navigate anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions—so you can experience relief, resilience, and lasting hope.
At The Hope Center, you are met with professional mental health counseling and life coaching to help you navigate anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, and life transitions—so you can experience relief, resilience, and lasting hope.
(607) 246-8158 View (607) 246-8158
Andrew Mouldovan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Individuals and couples who come into therapy are often experiencing some struggle in their life. In therapy with you, my goal is to address these immediate concerns, explore with you how they may stem from longer-term unmet concerns, and work with you toward more effective management and if possible, resolution. My clinical orientation is psychodynamic and interpersonal, and we will also use other therapies including Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral for an eclectic, rounded treatment approach. I have advanced pyschoanalytic training in couples therapy which also informs work with individuals.
Individuals and couples who come into therapy are often experiencing some struggle in their life. In therapy with you, my goal is to address these immediate concerns, explore with you how they may stem from longer-term unmet concerns, and work with you toward more effective management and if possible, resolution. My clinical orientation is psychodynamic and interpersonal, and we will also use other therapies including Cognitive Behavioral and Dialectical Behavioral for an eclectic, rounded treatment approach. I have advanced pyschoanalytic training in couples therapy which also informs work with individuals.
(347) 696-9942 View (347) 696-9942
True Perspective Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Located in Syracuse, NY and Binghamton, NY. We are currently taking new clients! We work with individuals, couples & families. Whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or just feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to go through it alone. While working together we can use techniques to help achieve a greater insight and work through these challenges. Our experience includes working with a variety of therapies that include, dialectical behavioral, cognitive behavioral, exposure response prevention, and mindfulness based therapies. Contact us today to find a therapist that fits your needs!
Located in Syracuse, NY and Binghamton, NY. We are currently taking new clients! We work with individuals, couples & families. Whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, or just feeling overwhelmed, you don’t have to go through it alone. While working together we can use techniques to help achieve a greater insight and work through these challenges. Our experience includes working with a variety of therapies that include, dialectical behavioral, cognitive behavioral, exposure response prevention, and mindfulness based therapies. Contact us today to find a therapist that fits your needs!
(680) 213-7782 View (680) 213-7782
Rachel Rappaport
Counselor, LMHC
Serves Area
I have been a Mental Health Counselor since 2009. I have been a therapist exclusively for young women since I began my career. I offer my counseling services specifically for young women (roughly ages 17-45). I enjoy helping women to understand and learn how to treat their anxiety, depression, ADHD, improve self esteem, build their skills for healthy relationships and I provide divorce support. My priority is to make you feel comfortable so you are able to talk about any issues that you need to work through. My style of counseling is relaxed, which I believe is key to helping you to be able to access and express difficult emotions.
I have been a Mental Health Counselor since 2009. I have been a therapist exclusively for young women since I began my career. I offer my counseling services specifically for young women (roughly ages 17-45). I enjoy helping women to understand and learn how to treat their anxiety, depression, ADHD, improve self esteem, build their skills for healthy relationships and I provide divorce support. My priority is to make you feel comfortable so you are able to talk about any issues that you need to work through. My style of counseling is relaxed, which I believe is key to helping you to be able to access and express difficult emotions.
(607) 444-2819 View (607) 444-2819
Eli I Kassis
Counselor, LMHC, MA
Serves Area
Do you feel like you’re “doing fine” on the outside—but inside, something feels off? Maybe you’re stuck in the same relationship patterns, unsure of your direction, or constantly overthinking your next move. You might look like you have it together—but underneath, you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you really are. I specialize in working with young adults and couples of all ages who are navigating relationships, identity, and major life transitions. Moving you forward with confidence in life.
Do you feel like you’re “doing fine” on the outside—but inside, something feels off? Maybe you’re stuck in the same relationship patterns, unsure of your direction, or constantly overthinking your next move. You might look like you have it together—but underneath, you feel disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure of who you really are. I specialize in working with young adults and couples of all ages who are navigating relationships, identity, and major life transitions. Moving you forward with confidence in life.
(607) 229-1521 View (607) 229-1521
Benjamin M Gajdorus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I have experience in treating anxiety disorders, substance use/addiction, and other personality or behavioral issues.
My primary experience in counseling has been in the treatment of anxiety, improving emotional regulation skills, and challenging negative thinking patterns. I have focused on criminal thinking/addiction and other negative thought distortions. I use primarily Cogntive Behavioral Therapy as my approach when working with clients.
I have experience in treating anxiety disorders, substance use/addiction, and other personality or behavioral issues.
My primary experience in counseling has been in the treatment of anxiety, improving emotional regulation skills, and challenging negative thinking patterns. I have focused on criminal thinking/addiction and other negative thought distortions. I use primarily Cogntive Behavioral Therapy as my approach when working with clients.
(607) 424-6796 View (607) 424-6796
Jennifer McCormick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am a NYS licensed clinical social worker specializing in grief, chronic illness and addiction. My aim in practice is to create a nurturing environment where you can feel safe to explore life's challenges and begin developing new ways to cope with and move through emotional pain.
I am a NYS licensed clinical social worker specializing in grief, chronic illness and addiction. My aim in practice is to create a nurturing environment where you can feel safe to explore life's challenges and begin developing new ways to cope with and move through emotional pain.
(607) 228-2085 View (607) 228-2085
Tamara Kingsley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Online Only
I provide experienced, confidential help with relationships, anxiety, depression, addictions, and self-care.
I provide experienced, confidential help with relationships, anxiety, depression, addictions, and self-care.
(971) 461-1869 View (971) 461-1869
Doris B Pereske
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Serves Area
An Ideal client is one who is willing to work actively with me to solve their issues. We work together to develop a treatment plan and reach their goals. I especially enjoy working with anxious and phobic clients and see them face, confront and feel the freedom that comes from being phobic-free and more relaxed. I have a passion for working with victims of narcissists (bullies) who learn how to stand up to these people and no longer feel like a victim.
An Ideal client is one who is willing to work actively with me to solve their issues. We work together to develop a treatment plan and reach their goals. I especially enjoy working with anxious and phobic clients and see them face, confront and feel the freedom that comes from being phobic-free and more relaxed. I have a passion for working with victims of narcissists (bullies) who learn how to stand up to these people and no longer feel like a victim.
(607) 431-8926 View (607) 431-8926
Matt Spottek
Counselor, MA, LMHC, NCC
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, anger/irritability, mood swings, or just feeling "off?" I am glad that you are reaching out for help. My name is Matt Spottek, and I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in treating the following issues: Anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, communication issues, symptom management, improving interpersonal awareness, and relationship problems. I can help you identify and address your problems, and together we can develop a plan geared toward wellness and recovery.
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stressed? Are you experiencing anxiety, depression, anger/irritability, mood swings, or just feeling "off?" I am glad that you are reaching out for help. My name is Matt Spottek, and I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I specialize in treating the following issues: Anxiety, depression, stress, addiction, communication issues, symptom management, improving interpersonal awareness, and relationship problems. I can help you identify and address your problems, and together we can develop a plan geared toward wellness and recovery.
(607) 214-2859 View (607) 214-2859
Cindy Tesch
Counselor, MS , LMHC-D, NCC
Serves Area
I help adults who find themselves secretly feeling stuck and unfulfilled despite looking fine and capable on paper. Who are struggling with relationship difficulties, hidden feelings of being unlovable, carrying a heavy sense of responsibility for others' emotions, and a quiet self-dislike masked by an outwardly confident demeanor; and want to make proactive life choices out of genuine desire rather than obligation, want to feel comfortable embracing new people and experiences, and live free from rigid thinking and constant concern over what others may think.
I help adults who find themselves secretly feeling stuck and unfulfilled despite looking fine and capable on paper. Who are struggling with relationship difficulties, hidden feelings of being unlovable, carrying a heavy sense of responsibility for others' emotions, and a quiet self-dislike masked by an outwardly confident demeanor; and want to make proactive life choices out of genuine desire rather than obligation, want to feel comfortable embracing new people and experiences, and live free from rigid thinking and constant concern over what others may think.
(607) 246-2282 View (607) 246-2282
Kara A Oflanagan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, C-DBT
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am comfortable treating all mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and have been particularly drawn toward the treatment of trauma related disorders such as PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I work collaboratively with my clients to develop meaningful life goals. I believe that we hold the answers to our problems within ourselves, but sometimes need help accessing them. I can assist with recognizing strengths, overcoming barriers, and finding solutions that feel right to you. I incorporate evidence based practices such as, CBT, CPT, and DBT.
I am comfortable treating all mental health conditions and substance use disorders, and have been particularly drawn toward the treatment of trauma related disorders such as PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder.
I work collaboratively with my clients to develop meaningful life goals. I believe that we hold the answers to our problems within ourselves, but sometimes need help accessing them. I can assist with recognizing strengths, overcoming barriers, and finding solutions that feel right to you. I incorporate evidence based practices such as, CBT, CPT, and DBT.
(607) 246-2272 View (607) 246-2272
Kerry L Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Serves Area
Understanding your personality and significant life experiences are important factors that affect your perceptions and how you view and operate in the world today. I utilize an integrative approach drawing from many different treatment styles customizing therapy that fits your unique learning style and specific areas you wish to address.
Understanding your personality and significant life experiences are important factors that affect your perceptions and how you view and operate in the world today. I utilize an integrative approach drawing from many different treatment styles customizing therapy that fits your unique learning style and specific areas you wish to address.
(607) 216-4185 View (607) 216-4185
Jill Van Pelt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Vestal, NY 13850
Not accepting new clients
I have been a clinical social worker since 2001 and first began to provide counseling when I was a graduate student. I have worked with hundreds of adult and adolescent clients of all ages since then who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, impact of childhood trauma on adult functioning/relationships, bipolar disorder and those living with chronic mental and physical health issues. I can help you help yourself to finally feel better using techniques derived from solution-focused, cognitive-behavior (CBT) and dialectical-behavior (DBT) therapies.
I have been a clinical social worker since 2001 and first began to provide counseling when I was a graduate student. I have worked with hundreds of adult and adolescent clients of all ages since then who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, impact of childhood trauma on adult functioning/relationships, bipolar disorder and those living with chronic mental and physical health issues. I can help you help yourself to finally feel better using techniques derived from solution-focused, cognitive-behavior (CBT) and dialectical-behavior (DBT) therapies.
(607) 304-3887 View (607) 304-3887
Deborah J Brooker
Psychologist, PhD
Vestal, NY 13850
Not accepting new clients
I never cease to be amazed at the strengths my clients show when tackling challenges, experiencing distressing emotions, or recalling upsetting memories. I would like to help you see and develop those strengths in yourself. Working together, we will find ways for you to use your strengths to make the changes you desire in your life. I work well with a variety of issues but feel I can be most helpful to those who have histories of trauma and abuse, individuals who struggle with coping with emotions, and people whose lives have been significantly impacted by mood or anxiety disorders.
I never cease to be amazed at the strengths my clients show when tackling challenges, experiencing distressing emotions, or recalling upsetting memories. I would like to help you see and develop those strengths in yourself. Working together, we will find ways for you to use your strengths to make the changes you desire in your life. I work well with a variety of issues but feel I can be most helpful to those who have histories of trauma and abuse, individuals who struggle with coping with emotions, and people whose lives have been significantly impacted by mood or anxiety disorders.
(607) 216-9948 View (607) 216-9948

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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.