Substance Use Therapists in Ottawa County, OH
I am a therapist with nearly 10 years of experience supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.
Together, we focus on building practical coping strategies, strengthening emotional regulation, and developing the tools necessary to achieve and sustain meaningful change. My goal is to help you make measurable progress while fostering resilience, confidence, and lasting recovery.
I am a therapist with nearly 10 years of experience supporting individuals and families impacted by substance use and mental health challenges.
Together, we focus on building practical coping strategies, strengthening emotional regulation, and developing the tools necessary to achieve and sustain meaningful change. My goal is to help you make measurable progress while fostering resilience, confidence, and lasting recovery.
Heather has experience working with adults who have a desire to manage and overcome symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance use and coping with the many ordinary - and sometimes extraordinary - stressors life can throw at them.
Heather uses a combination of therapy techniques to help identify areas of growth and change in her clients’ lives. Heather is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to relieve distressful symptoms of trauma and believes in the healing power of therapy. She strives to provide a safe and comforting place for self-exploration.
Heather has experience working with adults who have a desire to manage and overcome symptoms of depression, anxiety, substance use and coping with the many ordinary - and sometimes extraordinary - stressors life can throw at them.
Heather uses a combination of therapy techniques to help identify areas of growth and change in her clients’ lives. Heather is trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy to relieve distressful symptoms of trauma and believes in the healing power of therapy. She strives to provide a safe and comforting place for self-exploration.
With more than 35 years of experience in providing assessment, and interventions for mental (behavioral) health and substance use related issues.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC). I utilize only the latest evidence based counseling techniques supported by the latest research.
With more than 35 years of experience in providing assessment, and interventions for mental (behavioral) health and substance use related issues.
I am a Licensed Independent Social Worker Supervisor (LISW-S) and Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor (LICDC). I utilize only the latest evidence based counseling techniques supported by the latest research.
Abundant Life Counseling & Consulting Svcs LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Serves Area
Welcome to Abundant Life! Professional, Private, Convenient, Effective. Offering individual, relationship and family counseling, mindset coaching, as well as parent education & support online or in our Huron office. At Abundant Life we recognize that careers, businesses, school and busy schedules require nontraditional appointment times and methods. Therefore we offer evening and weekend appointments and telehealth sessions. Abundant Life is here to help develop the skills and mindset you need to live beyond daily circumstances so you can LIVE FULLY. Experience Help, Hope and Healing from the Hurts, Habits and Hang-ups of life.
Welcome to Abundant Life! Professional, Private, Convenient, Effective. Offering individual, relationship and family counseling, mindset coaching, as well as parent education & support online or in our Huron office. At Abundant Life we recognize that careers, businesses, school and busy schedules require nontraditional appointment times and methods. Therefore we offer evening and weekend appointments and telehealth sessions. Abundant Life is here to help develop the skills and mindset you need to live beyond daily circumstances so you can LIVE FULLY. Experience Help, Hope and Healing from the Hurts, Habits and Hang-ups of life.
“Therapy is too good to be limited to the sick” – Erving Polster. Every individual has a story that needs to be told or listened to. My mindful approach, is to help others write their stories. Then with compassion and assertiveness help those change or continue their story. I have familiarity working with adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, first responders, teenagers with chronic illness, SPMI population, trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, support during life transitions, chronic illnesses, individuals with dual diagnosis (not in active use), relationship upset, emotional dysregulation and stress management.
“Therapy is too good to be limited to the sick” – Erving Polster. Every individual has a story that needs to be told or listened to. My mindful approach, is to help others write their stories. Then with compassion and assertiveness help those change or continue their story. I have familiarity working with adults, individuals with chronic illnesses, first responders, teenagers with chronic illness, SPMI population, trauma, complex trauma, depression, anxiety, support during life transitions, chronic illnesses, individuals with dual diagnosis (not in active use), relationship upset, emotional dysregulation and stress management.
Is today the day that you advocate to be the best version of you? If you focused on personal growth and healing I am here to help you explore how a therapeutic relationship can foster long term change and resilience.
Is today the day that you advocate to be the best version of you? If you focused on personal growth and healing I am here to help you explore how a therapeutic relationship can foster long term change and resilience.
Online Therapists
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with a Doctorate and a master’s degree in clinical social work. I have experience working with adults and veterans within clinical inpatient and outpatient mental health settings and over 27 years of experience diagnosing and treating clients who have trauma experience. I employ a strengths-based client-centered perspective utilizing mindfulness psychotherapy and the whole health model to empower clients and emphasize a balance between the mind, body, and spirit, which promotes wellness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist with a Doctorate and a master’s degree in clinical social work. I have experience working with adults and veterans within clinical inpatient and outpatient mental health settings and over 27 years of experience diagnosing and treating clients who have trauma experience. I employ a strengths-based client-centered perspective utilizing mindfulness psychotherapy and the whole health model to empower clients and emphasize a balance between the mind, body, and spirit, which promotes wellness.
How often do you compromise who you are because you accept the truths of others as your own? How long have you been biting your tongue and prioritizing everyone else before yourself? When is the last time you felt grounded and authentic in your in skin? Are the boundaries you have in place respected? Do the people you share interpersonal relationships with reciprocate the same effort and energy that you give? Do you feel heard? Do you feel understood? Where does your faith reside? In yourself? In society? In something bigger than yourself? Is the quality of your life what you deserve or what you have settled for?
How often do you compromise who you are because you accept the truths of others as your own? How long have you been biting your tongue and prioritizing everyone else before yourself? When is the last time you felt grounded and authentic in your in skin? Are the boundaries you have in place respected? Do the people you share interpersonal relationships with reciprocate the same effort and energy that you give? Do you feel heard? Do you feel understood? Where does your faith reside? In yourself? In society? In something bigger than yourself? Is the quality of your life what you deserve or what you have settled for?
Hi! I am Tina! I am the proud owner at Mending Roots, LLC. As a compassionate counselor my mission is to foster healing, growth, and resilience by addressing the root causes of emotional and psychological distress to assist you in improving daily functioning, relationships, and well-being. "When we mend the roots, we transform the tree." All treatment is tailored towards your personal needs and goals.
Hi! I am Tina! I am the proud owner at Mending Roots, LLC. As a compassionate counselor my mission is to foster healing, growth, and resilience by addressing the root causes of emotional and psychological distress to assist you in improving daily functioning, relationships, and well-being. "When we mend the roots, we transform the tree." All treatment is tailored towards your personal needs and goals.
I work with people who have often been the “black sheep” or truth tellers in their families or communities, those labeled difficult or “too much” for speaking honestly about abuse, addiction, or dysfunction. Many come to therapy after years of feeling dismissed or misunderstood by family systems, institutions, or even previous therapists. My practice centers complex trauma and marginalized voices, including LGBTQIA+ clients, and focuses on helping people reconnect with their voice and sense of self.
I work with people who have often been the “black sheep” or truth tellers in their families or communities, those labeled difficult or “too much” for speaking honestly about abuse, addiction, or dysfunction. Many come to therapy after years of feeling dismissed or misunderstood by family systems, institutions, or even previous therapists. My practice centers complex trauma and marginalized voices, including LGBTQIA+ clients, and focuses on helping people reconnect with their voice and sense of self.
I have worked with individuals with substance use disorders, gambling disorders and other co-occurring disorders for over 20 years.
My theoretical approach is based on the belief that you oversee your counseling experience, and the counseling process is an alliance between you and me. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and client-centered therapy to help you achieve your goals.
I have worked with individuals with substance use disorders, gambling disorders and other co-occurring disorders for over 20 years.
My theoretical approach is based on the belief that you oversee your counseling experience, and the counseling process is an alliance between you and me. I utilize cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), psychoeducation, and client-centered therapy to help you achieve your goals.
Accessible Care: Allied Behavioral Health Services, Incorporated offers day, evening, and weekend appointments. Our experienced staff is comprised of clinicians who have broad and varied expertise in treating a full range of mental health and substance abuse problems, and working with diverse populations of clients.
Accessible Care: Allied Behavioral Health Services, Incorporated offers day, evening, and weekend appointments. Our experienced staff is comprised of clinicians who have broad and varied expertise in treating a full range of mental health and substance abuse problems, and working with diverse populations of clients.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming or painful. You may appear “successful” on the outside while struggling with anxiety or depression underneath. If you’re a queer or BIPOC person, it can be unsettling to live in a climate that politicizes your identities. If you’re neurodivergent, life may feel set to “hard mode,” exhausting yourself trying to fit someone else’s mold. Over time, these pressures or past traumas can keep you in survival mode, making it hard to imagine a life beyond coping. In therapy, we’ll honor what you’ve lived through while helping you move toward a life that is more compassionate, honest, and truly your own.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming or painful. You may appear “successful” on the outside while struggling with anxiety or depression underneath. If you’re a queer or BIPOC person, it can be unsettling to live in a climate that politicizes your identities. If you’re neurodivergent, life may feel set to “hard mode,” exhausting yourself trying to fit someone else’s mold. Over time, these pressures or past traumas can keep you in survival mode, making it hard to imagine a life beyond coping. In therapy, we’ll honor what you’ve lived through while helping you move toward a life that is more compassionate, honest, and truly your own.
I have been where you are. Suffering is a right of passage. The idea of sharing your thoughts and feelings with a stranger may seem odd at first, but when the therapeutic relationship is working, fear and pain become manageable and sometimes even fall away. Having problems can feel lonely and alienating, you deserve the opportunity to find an easier way. EXHALE…it will be ok:-) I have a relaxed approach with humor and an easy disposition.. Thoughtful, high functioning, adults, adolescent’s and couple's, enjoy my attention to keeping things moving, stimulating and dare I say enjoyable. Let’s talk and see if there’s a good fit.
I have been where you are. Suffering is a right of passage. The idea of sharing your thoughts and feelings with a stranger may seem odd at first, but when the therapeutic relationship is working, fear and pain become manageable and sometimes even fall away. Having problems can feel lonely and alienating, you deserve the opportunity to find an easier way. EXHALE…it will be ok:-) I have a relaxed approach with humor and an easy disposition.. Thoughtful, high functioning, adults, adolescent’s and couple's, enjoy my attention to keeping things moving, stimulating and dare I say enjoyable. Let’s talk and see if there’s a good fit.
Welcome. Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a licensed therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward meaningful change.
Welcome. Taking the first step toward therapy is an act of courage, and I’m glad you’re here. I’m a licensed therapist dedicated to supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and relationship challenges. I offer a safe, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as we work toward meaningful change.
Hi, I’m Michael Aluvieve, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) providing telehealth therapy for adults across Ohio. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, and also work with stress, PTSD, mood issues and life transitions.
My approach is both professional and personal. After being accepted to Berklee College of Music, my own experience with mental health got in the way. Now i'm passionate about helping others that struggle with their mental health. Mental health issues aren't just a clinical notion to me. I am familiar with how burdensome and painful they can be.
Hi, I’m Michael Aluvieve, a Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) providing telehealth therapy for adults across Ohio. I specialize in anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges, and also work with stress, PTSD, mood issues and life transitions.
My approach is both professional and personal. After being accepted to Berklee College of Music, my own experience with mental health got in the way. Now i'm passionate about helping others that struggle with their mental health. Mental health issues aren't just a clinical notion to me. I am familiar with how burdensome and painful they can be.
I have a lot of knowledge on topics like anxiety, trauma, and adult ADHD. I provide an open space for you to freely express yourself completely unfiltered. I utilize an empathetic, yet down to earth approach, to help you to become the best version of yourself by creating self-awareness which leads to resiliency, and positive change. EMDR has been proven to be extremely effective for trauma treatment and I am an EMDR Trained Therapist through EMDRIA (emdria.org). Not only can I help you heal from past experiences and current stressors, I want to help you become confident and secure with who you are.
I have a lot of knowledge on topics like anxiety, trauma, and adult ADHD. I provide an open space for you to freely express yourself completely unfiltered. I utilize an empathetic, yet down to earth approach, to help you to become the best version of yourself by creating self-awareness which leads to resiliency, and positive change. EMDR has been proven to be extremely effective for trauma treatment and I am an EMDR Trained Therapist through EMDRIA (emdria.org). Not only can I help you heal from past experiences and current stressors, I want to help you become confident and secure with who you are.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is both meaningful and productive for you. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a cognitive behavioral, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself and start the process of navigating through your transitions and concerns.
Starting therapy can feel like a big step. I congratulate you on starting your journey, and I’m here to make sure that it is both meaningful and productive for you. I specialize in working with individuals and couples navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I take a cognitive behavioral, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals. I welcome you to reach out whenever you feel ready to begin. I’m here to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can be yourself and start the process of navigating through your transitions and concerns.
Now Accepting New Clients! My hope for you is that you can experience Compassion and Acceptance. I provide a judgement free safe space to explore and discover your inner strengths. My therapy is client driven and I act as the guide coming along side you in your journey. My passion is supporting children (age 10+), teens, adults towards growth and a path to wellness. I enjoy collaborating with you and or your child as you navigate daily life challenges. My goal is for you to experience motivation, positively and joy.
Now Accepting New Clients! My hope for you is that you can experience Compassion and Acceptance. I provide a judgement free safe space to explore and discover your inner strengths. My therapy is client driven and I act as the guide coming along side you in your journey. My passion is supporting children (age 10+), teens, adults towards growth and a path to wellness. I enjoy collaborating with you and or your child as you navigate daily life challenges. My goal is for you to experience motivation, positively and joy.
My clinical focus centers on strengthening personal agency and motivation, improving presence in body and mind to navigate grief and trauma, and supporting sustainable lifestyle change. I am passionate about anxiety, depression and grief, complex trauma, navigating chronic health concerns, career development, OCD and sport and performance psychology for athletes.
My clinical focus centers on strengthening personal agency and motivation, improving presence in body and mind to navigate grief and trauma, and supporting sustainable lifestyle change. I am passionate about anxiety, depression and grief, complex trauma, navigating chronic health concerns, career development, OCD and sport and performance psychology for athletes.
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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.