Substance Use Therapists in 21146
Scott Jakovics
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
Wondering whether alcohol/ substance use is gaining control of you or a loved one's life? Do you worry about a teenage son or daughter using drugs/alcohol or demonstrating oppositional and hard to handle behaviors? Early intervention for these challenges often leads to greater chance of success.
Thank you for looking at my ad and considering the process of psychotherapy/counseling for your life. Many of my new clients have spoken about the anxiety they experienced when they decided to seek additional support through a therapist. I have come to recognize that this anxiety mostly comes from each client really hoping they can find the right match for themselves. Hopefully this brief biography will facilitate your decision about whether we could match up nicely. Please review my website which will provide you with a greater understanding of my experiences.
Wondering whether alcohol/ substance use is gaining control of you or a loved one's life? Do you worry about a teenage son or daughter using drugs/alcohol or demonstrating oppositional and hard to handle behaviors? Early intervention for these challenges often leads to greater chance of success.
Thank you for looking at my ad and considering the process of psychotherapy/counseling for your life. Many of my new clients have spoken about the anxiety they experienced when they decided to seek additional support through a therapist. I have come to recognize that this anxiety mostly comes from each client really hoping they can find the right match for themselves. Hopefully this brief biography will facilitate your decision about whether we could match up nicely. Please review my website which will provide you with a greater understanding of my experiences.
Ida Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
I have experience working in child welfare, marginalized communities, substance use, and for the last 10 years I have practiced as an individual and family therapist.
I strive to create a peaceful accepting space for you to process whatever heaviness you have been carrying around. Therapy should be a place where you feel grounded even in the midst of chaos and struggle. Everyone deserves to be seen and fully accepted for who they are in this world, I hope that I can provide that for my clients. Making the decision to seek therapy often doesn’t come from just one thing, it’s a combination of our past, present, and possibly future. We will explore all parts of you to understand who you truly are and help you become your most authentic self. Please note we are not in network with insurance providers
I have experience working in child welfare, marginalized communities, substance use, and for the last 10 years I have practiced as an individual and family therapist.
I strive to create a peaceful accepting space for you to process whatever heaviness you have been carrying around. Therapy should be a place where you feel grounded even in the midst of chaos and struggle. Everyone deserves to be seen and fully accepted for who they are in this world, I hope that I can provide that for my clients. Making the decision to seek therapy often doesn’t come from just one thing, it’s a combination of our past, present, and possibly future. We will explore all parts of you to understand who you truly are and help you become your most authentic self. Please note we are not in network with insurance providers
Now accepting evening and Saturday morning appointments. Helping clients for three decades, my work has centered on individuals experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use problems, and co-occurring disorders. As an approved clinical supervisor, I have also worked with many counselors over the years, helping them deal with vicarious trauma and maintaining personal wellness.
Now accepting evening and Saturday morning appointments. Helping clients for three decades, my work has centered on individuals experiencing issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, substance use problems, and co-occurring disorders. As an approved clinical supervisor, I have also worked with many counselors over the years, helping them deal with vicarious trauma and maintaining personal wellness.
Sophie Sterling Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
Hi there. I'm a Johns Hopkins trained, board certified therapist and I would be honored to work with you. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor. I bring to the table my years of clinical experience, as well as my caring and commitment to you, I ask only that you bring an openness to begin looking at your challenges. Together we will identify your goals and come up with a plan to achieve them. In a safe and compassionate environment, I'll provide you with a personalized therapeutic approach tailored to your unique circumstances.
Hi there. I'm a Johns Hopkins trained, board certified therapist and I would be honored to work with you. Therapy is a collaborative endeavor. I bring to the table my years of clinical experience, as well as my caring and commitment to you, I ask only that you bring an openness to begin looking at your challenges. Together we will identify your goals and come up with a plan to achieve them. In a safe and compassionate environment, I'll provide you with a personalized therapeutic approach tailored to your unique circumstances.
Luke DeBoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CAC-AD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
The truth about recovery is that it's a process. Just like life itself. It's forever changing and moving forward. Healing never has to stop. There is always more we can recover and grow from, becoming more whole along the way. Recovery is a form of discovery. Recovering parts of ourselves that had been cut off means they are finally revealed to us, and we discover something new about ourselves. We discover that we are greater than we were before. More aware of our inner strength and resources, we become empowered. I hope that you discover true healing and what recovery can be: Internal peace and serenity can happen.
The truth about recovery is that it's a process. Just like life itself. It's forever changing and moving forward. Healing never has to stop. There is always more we can recover and grow from, becoming more whole along the way. Recovery is a form of discovery. Recovering parts of ourselves that had been cut off means they are finally revealed to us, and we discover something new about ourselves. We discover that we are greater than we were before. More aware of our inner strength and resources, we become empowered. I hope that you discover true healing and what recovery can be: Internal peace and serenity can happen.
Traci Brautigan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
I consider it to be such a privilege to be able to work with clients at the most difficult times in their lives, and to travel the journey with them through recovery, healing, change and self-awareness. I aim to help each client with their own work toward strength, toward purpose, and toward restoration.
I consider it to be such a privilege to be able to work with clients at the most difficult times in their lives, and to travel the journey with them through recovery, healing, change and self-awareness. I aim to help each client with their own work toward strength, toward purpose, and toward restoration.
Dr. Brian Richards
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146 (Online Only)
Dr. Brian Richards provides Advanced Diagnostic Screenings to clients ages 17+. An advanced diagnostic screening (ADS) refers to a comprehensive and detailed evaluation conducted by a trained psychologist to help you understand complex psychological disorders or conditions. This type of assessment goes beyond basic or preliminary evaluations and aims to provide a thorough understanding of your diagnosis and behaviors including ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar, personality disorders, and insomnia. To schedule an appointment, go to www.SHINEMaryland.com.
Dr. Brian Richards provides Advanced Diagnostic Screenings to clients ages 17+. An advanced diagnostic screening (ADS) refers to a comprehensive and detailed evaluation conducted by a trained psychologist to help you understand complex psychological disorders or conditions. This type of assessment goes beyond basic or preliminary evaluations and aims to provide a thorough understanding of your diagnosis and behaviors including ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar, personality disorders, and insomnia. To schedule an appointment, go to www.SHINEMaryland.com.
Meagan DeSilva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
I have over 10 years of experience in the field of clinical social work and mental health. My experience in this field taught me that the best way to help a person make positive changes in their life is to provide them with a safe and compassionate space where anything can be discussed, challenges can be addressed, and new strengths discovered. I am also passionate about overall wellness, and believe that nutrition, exercise, and sleep play an important role in mental health. My work with my clients focuses on empathy, education and information, and working together to find the solutions that work for you.
I have over 10 years of experience in the field of clinical social work and mental health. My experience in this field taught me that the best way to help a person make positive changes in their life is to provide them with a safe and compassionate space where anything can be discussed, challenges can be addressed, and new strengths discovered. I am also passionate about overall wellness, and believe that nutrition, exercise, and sleep play an important role in mental health. My work with my clients focuses on empathy, education and information, and working together to find the solutions that work for you.
Laura Wakeman (Malone)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146 (Online Only)
It is important for an individual to be free from the fear that does not allow one to reach a place of understanding and self-acceptance. Whether it is struggling with a past trauma, loneliness, anxiety, anger, fear of not being accepted, feelings of being “too much” or “not enough”, I practice from a place of compassion and non-judgement. When a client expresses, they are ready for a change, I will “meet them where they are at” in the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with diverse populations, at any stage in life, including individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
It is important for an individual to be free from the fear that does not allow one to reach a place of understanding and self-acceptance. Whether it is struggling with a past trauma, loneliness, anxiety, anger, fear of not being accepted, feelings of being “too much” or “not enough”, I practice from a place of compassion and non-judgement. When a client expresses, they are ready for a change, I will “meet them where they are at” in the therapeutic process. I enjoy working with diverse populations, at any stage in life, including individuals who identify as part of the LGBTQIA+ community.
Barbara Borsi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
Life often presents us with difficulties, struggles and challenges. Having someone who is willing to listen to you without judging what you are going through can help you with sorting out your problems and difficulties. Telling your story enables you to come to terms with your current experiences. You may be dealing with difficult or stressful life events, feeling sad, anxious or depressed. Therapy can help you to learn coping skills and techniques to solve problems and manage challenges. I encourage you to reach out today to see how I can be of help to you.
Life often presents us with difficulties, struggles and challenges. Having someone who is willing to listen to you without judging what you are going through can help you with sorting out your problems and difficulties. Telling your story enables you to come to terms with your current experiences. You may be dealing with difficult or stressful life events, feeling sad, anxious or depressed. Therapy can help you to learn coping skills and techniques to solve problems and manage challenges. I encourage you to reach out today to see how I can be of help to you.
Heather Chadwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146 (Online Only)
Life can be challenging and stressful. Deciding to seek therapy shows courage and the desire to work towards improving your life. My 16+ years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, and adults enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, mental health care. I provide a nonjudgmental, safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.
Life can be challenging and stressful. Deciding to seek therapy shows courage and the desire to work towards improving your life. My 16+ years of experience providing therapy to children, teens, and adults enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, mental health care. I provide a nonjudgmental, safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.
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Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
At Bradford Counseling Services, LLC we provide counseling to adults, adolescents, families, couples and children (age 5 and up). We service many individuals all over Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our clinicians see clients with LGBTQ + issues, Trauma, all issues related to children, Couples, Co-parent, Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions. We are here to help you get through the difficult times that bring you in to therapy. We strive to provide our clients with new insight and feasible tools to take with them and utilize on a daily basis. Tell us how we can help you? Couples Therapy is Out of Network (see website)
At Bradford Counseling Services, LLC we provide counseling to adults, adolescents, families, couples and children (age 5 and up). We service many individuals all over Anne Arundel, Howard, and Montgomery Counties. Our clinicians see clients with LGBTQ + issues, Trauma, all issues related to children, Couples, Co-parent, Anxiety, Stress, Life transitions. We are here to help you get through the difficult times that bring you in to therapy. We strive to provide our clients with new insight and feasible tools to take with them and utilize on a daily basis. Tell us how we can help you? Couples Therapy is Out of Network (see website)
Through a multimodal approach to therapy, I help adolescents, teenagers, and adults become more emotionally resilient and able to better cope with their experiences in a safe and non-threatening environment. I work collaboratively with clients to determine the most effective therapeutic approach for their unique situation. Tailored to each client's specific therapeutic needs, my multidimensional approach combines aspects of several interventions including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based therapy and mindfulness work.
Through a multimodal approach to therapy, I help adolescents, teenagers, and adults become more emotionally resilient and able to better cope with their experiences in a safe and non-threatening environment. I work collaboratively with clients to determine the most effective therapeutic approach for their unique situation. Tailored to each client's specific therapeutic needs, my multidimensional approach combines aspects of several interventions including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy, attachment-based therapy and mindfulness work.
Jenna Baldwin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life or trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts? It’s completely normal to face struggles, whether they stem from transitions, relationship challenges, or deeper emotional battles. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. There’s support available to help you regain your footing and rediscover joy. I aim to create a compassionate and safe environment where you can express yourself openly. Together, we will explore your unique experiences, identify unhelpful patterns, and cultivate the tools you need to foster resilience and well-being.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the demands of daily life or trapped in a cycle of negative thoughts? It’s completely normal to face struggles, whether they stem from transitions, relationship challenges, or deeper emotional battles. You don’t have to navigate this journey alone. There’s support available to help you regain your footing and rediscover joy. I aim to create a compassionate and safe environment where you can express yourself openly. Together, we will explore your unique experiences, identify unhelpful patterns, and cultivate the tools you need to foster resilience and well-being.
NorthStar Counseling & Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
Life can be complex and challenging, while often making sense of experiences and searching for answers can be difficult. Finding the right path is not as easy when dealing with complicated situations in life. You’re looking for the right answers, searching to find your way, trying to help someone or feel stuck. You are not alone. Recognizing your strengths through additional support can help you achieve balance and wellness.
Life can be complex and challenging, while often making sense of experiences and searching for answers can be difficult. Finding the right path is not as easy when dealing with complicated situations in life. You’re looking for the right answers, searching to find your way, trying to help someone or feel stuck. You are not alone. Recognizing your strengths through additional support can help you achieve balance and wellness.
The healing process of therapy requires vulnerability and the uncovering of intense and difficult emotions. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals who are looking to begin or continue their personal journeys of healing. Are you feeling stuck due to difficult or traumatic past experiences? Do you have trouble understanding or feeling in control of your emotions? Or maybe you are looking to build a better understanding of why you are the way you are! During the therapeutic process, my goal is to help my clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be.
The healing process of therapy requires vulnerability and the uncovering of intense and difficult emotions. I strive to provide a safe and non-judgmental space for individuals who are looking to begin or continue their personal journeys of healing. Are you feeling stuck due to difficult or traumatic past experiences? Do you have trouble understanding or feeling in control of your emotions? Or maybe you are looking to build a better understanding of why you are the way you are! During the therapeutic process, my goal is to help my clients bridge the gap between where they are and where they want to be.
Kathleen M Horrigan
Counselor, MS, NCC, BCC, LCPC, CGT
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Severna Park, MD 21146
COUPLES-"Being in relationship is an important part of each of our lives." Are you experiencing difficulty right now, feeling disconnected and hopeless in your relationship? I work with couples teaching new ways to communicate and connect leading to a sense of fulfillment and intimacy in the relationship.I help to build stronger, healthier relationships for deeper levels of communication and friendship. INDIVIDUALS- I offer effective counseling treatment for anxiety, depression and feelings of loneliness. I provide a safe environment to look at your options. Benefits of therapy can help you feel less stressed and have more energy.
COUPLES-"Being in relationship is an important part of each of our lives." Are you experiencing difficulty right now, feeling disconnected and hopeless in your relationship? I work with couples teaching new ways to communicate and connect leading to a sense of fulfillment and intimacy in the relationship.I help to build stronger, healthier relationships for deeper levels of communication and friendship. INDIVIDUALS- I offer effective counseling treatment for anxiety, depression and feelings of loneliness. I provide a safe environment to look at your options. Benefits of therapy can help you feel less stressed and have more energy.
The Counseling Center Group, Annapolis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
The Counseling Center Group is dedicated to helping you live a life you love. We are committed to providing relatively short-term treatments designed to achieve positive, long-lasting results. Our team of therapists use structured, evidence-based methods to help you reach realistic goals in the most efficient manner. We recognize that you need sensible strategies to achieve your desired outcomes, not years of open-ended therapy that simply validates your concerns. Each member of our team operates with that core value in mind and can work with you one-on-one or in group therapy in an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. We take pride in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions. At the Counseling Center Group, we can help you discover your authentic self; understand the emotions, thoughts and actions that keep you stuck in place; and master the tools you need to live a fulfilling life.
The Counseling Center Group is dedicated to helping you live a life you love. We are committed to providing relatively short-term treatments designed to achieve positive, long-lasting results. Our team of therapists use structured, evidence-based methods to help you reach realistic goals in the most efficient manner. We recognize that you need sensible strategies to achieve your desired outcomes, not years of open-ended therapy that simply validates your concerns. Each member of our team operates with that core value in mind and can work with you one-on-one or in group therapy in an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion. We take pride in helping individuals, couples, and families make life-enhancing changes and transitions. At the Counseling Center Group, we can help you discover your authentic self; understand the emotions, thoughts and actions that keep you stuck in place; and master the tools you need to live a fulfilling life.
Aruna Gogineni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSWC, LICSW
Verified Verified
Severna Park, MD 21146
"Are you feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed?" "Are you feeling unhappy in your relationship or concerned about your kids"? "Is your alcohol or drug use causing problems at home, work, school or in other areas? If so I can be of help. I can teach you the appropriate skills to feel good about yourself, to have more satisfying relationships and to reach your true potential.
"Are you feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed?" "Are you feeling unhappy in your relationship or concerned about your kids"? "Is your alcohol or drug use causing problems at home, work, school or in other areas? If so I can be of help. I can teach you the appropriate skills to feel good about yourself, to have more satisfying relationships and to reach your true potential.
Seeking help when you are struggling is difficult but often necessary. With a goal directed approach, I help my clients develop and process measurable goals and coping skills for managing symptoms and life stresses. Though therapy is a process, many of my clients have reported improvement within a short amount of time. Think of therapy as an investment in your self.
Seeking help when you are struggling is difficult but often necessary. With a goal directed approach, I help my clients develop and process measurable goals and coping skills for managing symptoms and life stresses. Though therapy is a process, many of my clients have reported improvement within a short amount of time. Think of therapy as an investment in your self.
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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.