Substance Use Therapists in 34286

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Meredith Wilber
Registered Mental Health Counselor Inter, MS, RMHCI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34286
Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Substance use can have negative effects on our behaviors, toward ourselves and others in our life.
I am a Registered Mental Health Intern offering Individual, Family, and Couples Counseling. I believe my role is to help my clients explore and help reveal their potential within themselves.
Anxiety, Depression, Grief, and Substance use can have negative effects on our behaviors, toward ourselves and others in our life.
I am a Registered Mental Health Intern offering Individual, Family, and Couples Counseling. I believe my role is to help my clients explore and help reveal their potential within themselves.
(941) 841-0681 View (941) 841-0681
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Catherine Bukovitz
Counselor, EdD, LPC, LMHC, NCC, CAP
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286  (Online Only)
A happy life is your birthright. Together in a respectful and collaborative relationship we can determine what prevents you from the experience of life you want and were intended to have. I keep up to date with the latest research in psychotherapy and brain neurology and substance abuse, depression, anxiety, unstable personal or work relationships. I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) which is the only non-medicinal therapy in effectively treating trauma and post traumatic stress disorder.
A happy life is your birthright. Together in a respectful and collaborative relationship we can determine what prevents you from the experience of life you want and were intended to have. I keep up to date with the latest research in psychotherapy and brain neurology and substance abuse, depression, anxiety, unstable personal or work relationships. I am trained in EMDR (eye movement desensitization reprocessing) which is the only non-medicinal therapy in effectively treating trauma and post traumatic stress disorder.
(941) 206-2480 View (941) 206-2480
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Jodee Pineau Chaisson
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286
Through the process of therapy, you can develop new ways of dealing with conflicts, communication difficulties, grief and loss, and many other daily concerns. In a non-judgmental and supportive environment, you can make positive changes for a stronger today and future. I believe that addressing the relationship between couples may require a “sacred space”. This safe space can allow the therapist to work with couples in breaking down walls that may have kept them trapped in overwhelming situations, and aid them in developing deeper connections
Through the process of therapy, you can develop new ways of dealing with conflicts, communication difficulties, grief and loss, and many other daily concerns. In a non-judgmental and supportive environment, you can make positive changes for a stronger today and future. I believe that addressing the relationship between couples may require a “sacred space”. This safe space can allow the therapist to work with couples in breaking down walls that may have kept them trapped in overwhelming situations, and aid them in developing deeper connections
(941) 336-5816 View (941) 336-5816
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Amanda McDonald Kennard
Counselor, EdD, LMHC, NBCC
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286  (Online Only)
The struggle is real and transitions in life are hard. If you are struggling with life's challenges, you are NOT alone. My name is Dr. Amanda M. Kennard and I will assist you in changing your life. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Board Certified Counselor. I create individualized interventions for each client, no matter how hard the problem. I meet each client where they currently are in their life and assist them in attaining where they want to be in their life.
The struggle is real and transitions in life are hard. If you are struggling with life's challenges, you are NOT alone. My name is Dr. Amanda M. Kennard and I will assist you in changing your life. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and National Board Certified Counselor. I create individualized interventions for each client, no matter how hard the problem. I meet each client where they currently are in their life and assist them in attaining where they want to be in their life.
(941) 344-2316 View (941) 344-2316
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Dandelion Behavioral Health
Counselor, MA, LMHC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34286
Sad? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Relationship conflicts? Life not going the way you planned? Feeling hopeless? Feeling alone? No one understands? I believe that most of our struggles start with our wounds. We are all wounded. We will walk down the path to recovery together. We will focus on your strengths, not your failures. A compassionate ear without judgment is what you can expect. An understanding environment is what you will experience. I offer talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and outside therapy with an eclectic and individualized approach. No two therapy sessions are exactly alike.
Sad? Stressed? Overwhelmed? Relationship conflicts? Life not going the way you planned? Feeling hopeless? Feeling alone? No one understands? I believe that most of our struggles start with our wounds. We are all wounded. We will walk down the path to recovery together. We will focus on your strengths, not your failures. A compassionate ear without judgment is what you can expect. An understanding environment is what you will experience. I offer talk therapy, play therapy, art therapy, and outside therapy with an eclectic and individualized approach. No two therapy sessions are exactly alike.
(941) 770-3266 View (941) 770-3266
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Judith Steiner
Counselor, LMHC, TIRT, LSRT
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286
Judith Steiner is a LMHC, Certified TIR Trainer and Facilitator, Certified LSR Trainer and Facilitator, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, LMHC Intern Supervisor and TIR Certification Committee Member. She has been in private practice in Venice, FL since 1990. Her practice encompasses trauma and its associated disorders, as well as addictions, depression and anxiety. She treats trauma with a technique called Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR). TIR has been approved by SAMSHA (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the US Government) and is listed in the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
Judith Steiner is a LMHC, Certified TIR Trainer and Facilitator, Certified LSR Trainer and Facilitator, Florida Supreme Court Certified Family Mediator, LMHC Intern Supervisor and TIR Certification Committee Member. She has been in private practice in Venice, FL since 1990. Her practice encompasses trauma and its associated disorders, as well as addictions, depression and anxiety. She treats trauma with a technique called Traumatic Incident Reduction (TIR). TIR has been approved by SAMSHA (the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration of the US Government) and is listed in the National Registry of Evidence-based Programs and Practices.
(941) 270-3583 View (941) 270-3583
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Cristina F Finnegan
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286
I offer Individual, Family, Couples and Group Counseling. I also accept many private insurances, as well as work on a sliding scale for all self-pay individuals. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you and provide you with a safe and private environment during this time. We are approved through the Charlotte County Courts, probation, pre-trial services and Judges to help clients with court requirements for drug/alcohol testing or court mandated treatment. Please contact me to discuss your individual needs.
I offer Individual, Family, Couples and Group Counseling. I also accept many private insurances, as well as work on a sliding scale for all self-pay individuals. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with you and provide you with a safe and private environment during this time. We are approved through the Charlotte County Courts, probation, pre-trial services and Judges to help clients with court requirements for drug/alcohol testing or court mandated treatment. Please contact me to discuss your individual needs.
(941) 214-4953 View (941) 214-4953
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Pieces of a Dream Counseling Center, Dr. Collins
Counselor, LMHC, EdD, NBCC, MA
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286  (Online Only)
"Currently Serving New York and Florida. Call 941-237-1199" Welcome to Pieces of a Dream Counseling Center. I am Doctor Collins I have been serving the public for 35 years. Last year was very challenging to all. Dr. Collins will use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts. Don’t fear investing in your Mental Health. Dr. Collins will help to find the Joys of life that you may have lost. Call Now for an appointment. 941-237-1199. Call using Face Time, Google Duo, Phone Session. Private Art Therapy to help relieve life stressors.
"Currently Serving New York and Florida. Call 941-237-1199" Welcome to Pieces of a Dream Counseling Center. I am Doctor Collins I have been serving the public for 35 years. Last year was very challenging to all. Dr. Collins will use Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on modifying dysfunctional emotions, behaviors, and thoughts. Don’t fear investing in your Mental Health. Dr. Collins will help to find the Joys of life that you may have lost. Call Now for an appointment. 941-237-1199. Call using Face Time, Google Duo, Phone Session. Private Art Therapy to help relieve life stressors.
(941) 225-2571 View (941) 225-2571
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John Mann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Venice, FL 34286
Hello, my name is John Mann and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1980. I have experience working with mental health, adjustment disorders, relationship dynamics, self esteem, anxiety, depression, life change, trauma, relationship issues, family dynamics, and substance abuse issues with young adults, adults and older adults. I do not believe that people are “broken”, needing to be fixed by a professional. I believe that there are many approaches towards achieving a goal and that working together is the key to establishing an effective and sustainable treatment approach.
Hello, my name is John Mann and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 1980. I have experience working with mental health, adjustment disorders, relationship dynamics, self esteem, anxiety, depression, life change, trauma, relationship issues, family dynamics, and substance abuse issues with young adults, adults and older adults. I do not believe that people are “broken”, needing to be fixed by a professional. I believe that there are many approaches towards achieving a goal and that working together is the key to establishing an effective and sustainable treatment approach.
(941) 241-2261 View (941) 241-2261
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James Fry
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Port, FL 34286
My ideal client is one who knows they are in need of help and are eager to take an active role in their own counseling. I encourage clients to journal, in session and after the session, to make their own record of issues covered, directions that emerged from the counseling session, to journal thoughts and feelings between sessions, and to list issues and questions to address in their next session. For counseling clients, my goal is to help them effectively and efficiently to resolve the issues that brought them into counseling. For coaching clients, my goal is to assist them to achieve excellence in the area of their choosing.
My ideal client is one who knows they are in need of help and are eager to take an active role in their own counseling. I encourage clients to journal, in session and after the session, to make their own record of issues covered, directions that emerged from the counseling session, to journal thoughts and feelings between sessions, and to list issues and questions to address in their next session. For counseling clients, my goal is to help them effectively and efficiently to resolve the issues that brought them into counseling. For coaching clients, my goal is to assist them to achieve excellence in the area of their choosing.
(941) 242-7138 View (941) 242-7138
Photo of Annette Fiedler Counseling & Associates, Counselor in 34286, FL
Annette Fiedler Counseling & Associates
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286
Let's write a story that makes you feel inspired. People come together for many reasons. I have been married for 41 years and understand the issues in long term relationships and life. Some issues are small and can be quickly worked through. Some issues damage our core. A relationship needs a commitment from both parties to become whole again. If both parties are committed to the relationship then I can help you find the courage to rekindle the relationship, find happiness or make a life change. Take charge of your life & happiness. Let's learn some new tools.
Let's write a story that makes you feel inspired. People come together for many reasons. I have been married for 41 years and understand the issues in long term relationships and life. Some issues are small and can be quickly worked through. Some issues damage our core. A relationship needs a commitment from both parties to become whole again. If both parties are committed to the relationship then I can help you find the courage to rekindle the relationship, find happiness or make a life change. Take charge of your life & happiness. Let's learn some new tools.
(941) 328-8040 View (941) 328-8040
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Tasha Garcia
Registered Clinical Social Worker Intern, MSW , RCSWI
Verified Verified
North Port, FL 34286
Waitlist for new clients
I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals. I work with children, teens, adults, and families seeking relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and life stressors (such as death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, career change). I received my training from Florida State University, with advanced clinical training in addictions, group therapeutic settings, children & families, and crisis interventions.
I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to help them achieve their personal goals. I work with children, teens, adults, and families seeking relief from depression, anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship issues, and life stressors (such as death of a loved one, divorce, job loss, career change). I received my training from Florida State University, with advanced clinical training in addictions, group therapeutic settings, children & families, and crisis interventions.
(239) 203-3172 View (239) 203-3172

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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.