Addiction Therapists in Portland, OR
I provide evidence-based treatment for: Trauma and Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions and substance use concerns, Emotional dysregulation and stress-related disorders
I also work with individuals who have Parole and Probation.
In our first sessions, you can expect a warm, safe space where we move at your pace. My focus is on helping you feel grounded, supported, and truly heard as we identify what you need most. Once stability and trust are established, we’ll gently begin deeper healing work together.
I offer flexible telehealth sessions and bring advanced training to our work,
I provide evidence-based treatment for: Trauma and Complex PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Addictions and substance use concerns, Emotional dysregulation and stress-related disorders
I also work with individuals who have Parole and Probation.
In our first sessions, you can expect a warm, safe space where we move at your pace. My focus is on helping you feel grounded, supported, and truly heard as we identify what you need most. Once stability and trust are established, we’ll gently begin deeper healing work together.
I offer flexible telehealth sessions and bring advanced training to our work,
Kelly Hirstein
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CHHC
3 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223
Waitlist for new clients
You are so much more than your thoughts and impulses! My approach to counseling is holistic, client-centered and depth oriented, which encourages personal growth, transformation, and self-empowerment. I invite the whole person to come forward, even those parts we may have strong aversions to within ourselves. I offer ways to explore the self with curiosity and compassion, assisting clients in developing more acceptance of their individuality. I believe that the mind and body work together as one, and that when we observe them together, there is potential for new insights and a deeper connection to your innate wisdom.
You are so much more than your thoughts and impulses! My approach to counseling is holistic, client-centered and depth oriented, which encourages personal growth, transformation, and self-empowerment. I invite the whole person to come forward, even those parts we may have strong aversions to within ourselves. I offer ways to explore the self with curiosity and compassion, assisting clients in developing more acceptance of their individuality. I believe that the mind and body work together as one, and that when we observe them together, there is potential for new insights and a deeper connection to your innate wisdom.
If you want to improve your relationships in your life, desire support with managing your anxiety and/or depressive symptoms more effectively, understand how past trauma is affecting your life, address your alcohol/ drug use, work through equity/inclusion issues, or want an objective therapist to listen and support your own personal empowerment, I would feel honored to assist you with your self discovery.
I offer a collaborative approach as well as building empowerment in healthy ways with compassion and objectivity. My approaches to treatment include: cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused approach, narrative therapy, and family systems theory. I use these methods in collaboration to produce the most effective and healthy support for my clients.
If you want to improve your relationships in your life, desire support with managing your anxiety and/or depressive symptoms more effectively, understand how past trauma is affecting your life, address your alcohol/ drug use, work through equity/inclusion issues, or want an objective therapist to listen and support your own personal empowerment, I would feel honored to assist you with your self discovery.
I offer a collaborative approach as well as building empowerment in healthy ways with compassion and objectivity. My approaches to treatment include: cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused approach, narrative therapy, and family systems theory. I use these methods in collaboration to produce the most effective and healthy support for my clients.
It is possible that life has put you in an unexpected place and things are not turning out the way you thought they would? I'll work with you to achieve your maximum God-given potential of who you are and who you desire to be. Whatever your challenge, I offer a listening ear, a shoulder to lean on, and an interactive approach to help you find a solution. We each have different life experiences; whether they are anxieties, depression, trauma or relationship issues we can find the correct path to take on your journey to a healthier, happier life.
It is possible that life has put you in an unexpected place and things are not turning out the way you thought they would? I'll work with you to achieve your maximum God-given potential of who you are and who you desire to be. Whatever your challenge, I offer a listening ear, a shoulder to lean on, and an interactive approach to help you find a solution. We each have different life experiences; whether they are anxieties, depression, trauma or relationship issues we can find the correct path to take on your journey to a healthier, happier life.
I've worked several years as a drug and alcohol counselor (CADC II) prior to becoming a mental health counseling associate, and have learned to use a variety of compassionate, person-centered counseling approaches including motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution focused brief therapy, emotion focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I will meet you where you're at, and help design a treatment plan that is meaningful and practical for you and your life.
I've worked several years as a drug and alcohol counselor (CADC II) prior to becoming a mental health counseling associate, and have learned to use a variety of compassionate, person-centered counseling approaches including motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution focused brief therapy, emotion focused therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I will meet you where you're at, and help design a treatment plan that is meaningful and practical for you and your life.
Anna Lisa Couturier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCI
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97232
Waitlist for new clients
I am certified to treat substance abuse as well as mental health issues.
My approach to counseling is centered on building a relationship with youth and families, adults, and couples that is based on dignity and mutual respect. I attempt to create an atmosphere of cooperation and equality in counseling, based on the belief that clients are the experts on their own lives and experiences, and that this expertise can be utilized in the process of making change. I believe compassion and authenticity are essential to forging a strong therapeutic relationship.
I am certified to treat substance abuse as well as mental health issues.
My approach to counseling is centered on building a relationship with youth and families, adults, and couples that is based on dignity and mutual respect. I attempt to create an atmosphere of cooperation and equality in counseling, based on the belief that clients are the experts on their own lives and experiences, and that this expertise can be utilized in the process of making change. I believe compassion and authenticity are essential to forging a strong therapeutic relationship.
Benita K Bellrichard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC, CADC I
5 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97221
I am experienced in working with same sex relationships, addictions, and can help with divorce support, boundaries, and parenting issues as well.
I work with individuals and couples, relational issues, attachment issues, family of origin wounds, divorce support, addictions, codependency, and adjustment to illness for yourself or family. These can all be difficult times to go through alone.
I am experienced in working with same sex relationships, addictions, and can help with divorce support, boundaries, and parenting issues as well.
I work with individuals and couples, relational issues, attachment issues, family of origin wounds, divorce support, addictions, codependency, and adjustment to illness for yourself or family. These can all be difficult times to go through alone.
We live in strange times. It is easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted as we try to keep it together in this incessantly pressurized world. If you're feeling consumed by depression, anxiety, stress, anger, or just emptiness, it’s important to remember that the way you feel right now isn’t how you have to feel tomorrow. The truth is that this negative emotion is indicating that certain aspects of your life are demanding to be addressed. It is a signal that you are ready to find comfort and relief, ready for growth and change.
We live in strange times. It is easy to feel overwhelmed and exhausted as we try to keep it together in this incessantly pressurized world. If you're feeling consumed by depression, anxiety, stress, anger, or just emptiness, it’s important to remember that the way you feel right now isn’t how you have to feel tomorrow. The truth is that this negative emotion is indicating that certain aspects of your life are demanding to be addressed. It is a signal that you are ready to find comfort and relief, ready for growth and change.
Overwhelmed by these turbulent times? Feeling stuck in relationships, jobs, or entrenched beliefs about yourself that may not be entirely accurate? Unhealthy thoughts, feelings, behaviors and attachments can create patterns that lead to anxiety, depression, addiction and more. The definition of insanity is “doing the same thing over and over, expecting different results.” If you want to break the cycle, therapy can be a powerful tool in helping you identify problem areas and begin your personal transformation. The process begins with having someone who will listen, understand your needs, uncover stressors and seek solutions.
Overwhelmed by these turbulent times? Feeling stuck in relationships, jobs, or entrenched beliefs about yourself that may not be entirely accurate? Unhealthy thoughts, feelings, behaviors and attachments can create patterns that lead to anxiety, depression, addiction and more. The definition of insanity is “doing the same thing over and over, expecting different results.” If you want to break the cycle, therapy can be a powerful tool in helping you identify problem areas and begin your personal transformation. The process begins with having someone who will listen, understand your needs, uncover stressors and seek solutions.
I have a specialization in the impacts of addiction on pregnancy and mothering, may it be that one is struggling with addiction themselves, managing childhood trauma from having a parent that had an addiction, or navigating the addictive behaviors of a partner or adult child.
My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I believe in the healing powers of humor and connection. I use a trauma informed approach, rooted in social justice, using tools from DBT, CBT, ACT and MI.
I have a specialization in the impacts of addiction on pregnancy and mothering, may it be that one is struggling with addiction themselves, managing childhood trauma from having a parent that had an addiction, or navigating the addictive behaviors of a partner or adult child.
My approach is warm, direct, and solution focused. I believe in the healing powers of humor and connection. I use a trauma informed approach, rooted in social justice, using tools from DBT, CBT, ACT and MI.
After spending over a decade working at a world renowned substance use treatment center, I feel confident in helping you address addiction and compulsive behaviors as well as related challenges such as grief, unresolved trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I have found that I work best with people wanting to honor their positive assets while making changes that will support new goals. Those feeling stuck, ready to dive deep, willing to do work outside of our sessions to create change in their lives. While my approach is gentle and respectful, I am ready to help you face your concerns frankly and honestly. I consider our therapeutic relationship to be the most important factor in our work together.
After spending over a decade working at a world renowned substance use treatment center, I feel confident in helping you address addiction and compulsive behaviors as well as related challenges such as grief, unresolved trauma, anxiety, and depression.
I have found that I work best with people wanting to honor their positive assets while making changes that will support new goals. Those feeling stuck, ready to dive deep, willing to do work outside of our sessions to create change in their lives. While my approach is gentle and respectful, I am ready to help you face your concerns frankly and honestly. I consider our therapeutic relationship to be the most important factor in our work together.
I work with individuals across the lifespan whether it is stepping into adulthood through college, embracing the journey of parenthood, entering recovery from addiction, breaking free of anxiety, or adjusting to other new life stages and identities.
Looking for a calm and supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, make sense of your experiences, and grow into the life you want to live? I believe that times of change, while often overwhelming, are also powerful opportunities for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
Like the willow tree—strong, flexible, and deeply rooted—I strive to help you navigate life’s changes with resilience, clarity, and compassion.
-I am able to see clients living in Oregon, Washington, and Texas.-
I work with individuals across the lifespan whether it is stepping into adulthood through college, embracing the journey of parenthood, entering recovery from addiction, breaking free of anxiety, or adjusting to other new life stages and identities.
Looking for a calm and supportive space where you can reconnect with yourself, make sense of your experiences, and grow into the life you want to live? I believe that times of change, while often overwhelming, are also powerful opportunities for growth, healing, and self-discovery.
Like the willow tree—strong, flexible, and deeply rooted—I strive to help you navigate life’s changes with resilience, clarity, and compassion.
-I am able to see clients living in Oregon, Washington, and Texas.-
I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy for individuals facing a spectrum of challenges, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and addiction.
With specialized training in trauma-informed care and techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), I am equipped to guide individuals through the process of healing from traumatic experiences.
I specialize in providing compassionate and effective therapy for individuals facing a spectrum of challenges, including depression, anxiety, mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), and addiction.
With specialized training in trauma-informed care and techniques such as Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), I am equipped to guide individuals through the process of healing from traumatic experiences.
I specialize in helping men struggling with addictive and compulsive behaviors like pornography, sex, drugs, alcohol, food, work, video games, relationships, etc.
I’ve specialized in addiction recovery since 2006, training directly under Dr. Patrick Carnes and working with him on the groundbreaking Fulbright Study researching the genetic links to addiction. My work integrates cutting-edge models such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR tools, Polyvagal Theory, etc to bring together the science and soul of healing.
I specialize in helping men struggling with addictive and compulsive behaviors like pornography, sex, drugs, alcohol, food, work, video games, relationships, etc.
I’ve specialized in addiction recovery since 2006, training directly under Dr. Patrick Carnes and working with him on the groundbreaking Fulbright Study researching the genetic links to addiction. My work integrates cutting-edge models such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR tools, Polyvagal Theory, etc to bring together the science and soul of healing.
She has been working in the field of mental health and addiction services for the last 20 years.
Her goal is to help you move forward on your journey to realizing and putting into action the steps you can take to be the best version of yourself.
She has been working in the field of mental health and addiction services for the last 20 years.
Her goal is to help you move forward on your journey to realizing and putting into action the steps you can take to be the best version of yourself.
Seeking support for substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma, anxiety, depression, racial identity concerns, racial trauma, and major life transitions is fearful.
My therapeutic approach integrates cultural responsiveness, person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Adlerian principles, Gestalt therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Together, we'll build practical skills, increase self-awareness, and create meaningful changes aligning with your values.
Seeking support for substance use, co-occurring mental health conditions, trauma, anxiety, depression, racial identity concerns, racial trauma, and major life transitions is fearful.
My therapeutic approach integrates cultural responsiveness, person-centered therapy, psychodynamic therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), Adlerian principles, Gestalt therapy, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Together, we'll build practical skills, increase self-awareness, and create meaningful changes aligning with your values.
I have specialized training and work experience with behavioral and substance addiction as well as individuals with a trauma background.
What aspects of your life are you feeling unhappy/stuck in? What ways do you nurture yourself? What, if at all, do you find yourself grieving? How would you like the relationship with yourself to change?
As a therapist of color, I prioritize working with clients with historically marginalized identities. My ideal client is someone motivated to investigate what may need to change to live a more authentic and meaningful life. My style is direct while also collaborative; shedding light to blind spots hindering growth. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families at many different capacities.
I have specialized training and work experience with behavioral and substance addiction as well as individuals with a trauma background.
What aspects of your life are you feeling unhappy/stuck in? What ways do you nurture yourself? What, if at all, do you find yourself grieving? How would you like the relationship with yourself to change?
As a therapist of color, I prioritize working with clients with historically marginalized identities. My ideal client is someone motivated to investigate what may need to change to live a more authentic and meaningful life. My style is direct while also collaborative; shedding light to blind spots hindering growth. I have experience working with individuals, couples, and families at many different capacities.
I have extensive experience treating addictions including process addictions (sex addiction, gambling, co-dependency, emotional eating) and substance abuse and specialize in family issues and conflict resolution.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless? Can't get your needs met to your satisfaction? Do you find one or more areas of your life to be unfullfilling such as romantic relationship, work, parenting, extended family? Do you have legal or financial struggles or relationship conflicts that affect your mood significantly? I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches, experience in working with past clients and personal experience to collaborate with you in creating the best healing environment specific for you.
I have extensive experience treating addictions including process addictions (sex addiction, gambling, co-dependency, emotional eating) and substance abuse and specialize in family issues and conflict resolution.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or hopeless? Can't get your needs met to your satisfaction? Do you find one or more areas of your life to be unfullfilling such as romantic relationship, work, parenting, extended family? Do you have legal or financial struggles or relationship conflicts that affect your mood significantly? I draw on a variety of therapeutic approaches, experience in working with past clients and personal experience to collaborate with you in creating the best healing environment specific for you.
Specialties include: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couple's Counseling, Addictions Counseling, and Financial Counseling
Creating an environment for healing, resilience and growth. Therapy is not just a process that leads to functioning, but flourishing, as you become the person you were born to be. We believe in the power of your dreams!
Specialties include: Individual Therapy, Family Therapy, Couple's Counseling, Addictions Counseling, and Financial Counseling
Creating an environment for healing, resilience and growth. Therapy is not just a process that leads to functioning, but flourishing, as you become the person you were born to be. We believe in the power of your dreams!
I work with clients who are navigating OCD, ADHD, and addiction with co-occurring diagnoses to include anxiety and depression.
Do you find yourself caught in cycles of overthinking or feeling stuck with the same thoughts over and over? Maybe you notice yourself seeking reassurance, checking things repeatedly, avoiding certain situations, or feeling like things have to be "just right" before you can move forward. These experiences can be exhausting and can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and the life you want to live. You don't have to navigate this alone. With compassionate, evidence-based support, it's possible to learn new ways of responding to these thoughts, regain a sense of balance, and reconnect with what matters most to you.
I work with clients who are navigating OCD, ADHD, and addiction with co-occurring diagnoses to include anxiety and depression.
Do you find yourself caught in cycles of overthinking or feeling stuck with the same thoughts over and over? Maybe you notice yourself seeking reassurance, checking things repeatedly, avoiding certain situations, or feeling like things have to be "just right" before you can move forward. These experiences can be exhausting and can leave you feeling disconnected from yourself and the life you want to live. You don't have to navigate this alone. With compassionate, evidence-based support, it's possible to learn new ways of responding to these thoughts, regain a sense of balance, and reconnect with what matters most to you.
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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.