Substance Use Therapists in Potomac West, Alexandria, VA
I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use, guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.
I work with clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, Transgender/Gender-Diverse/Non-binary transitioning process and identity; kink/poly/non-monogamous relationships, sex work, substance use/misuse – goals for sobriety/recovery or harm reduction, out of control sexual behavior, anxiety/trauma, Personal Training, EMDR
I may show you how to change your behavior by using Mindfulness/changing your thoughts, recovery/harm reduction tools to address substance use, guidance/education/resources for exploring sexual orientation/gender identity/transitioning/coming out, provide couples/individual work for better communication in relationships, and/or I can apply EMDR/somatic-based approaches for trauma/anxiety and even substance using/behavioral urges.
I work with clients of all backgrounds, while specializing in following areas: LGBTQ+, Transgender/Gender-Diverse/Non-binary transitioning process and identity; kink/poly/non-monogamous relationships, sex work, substance use/misuse – goals for sobriety/recovery or harm reduction, out of control sexual behavior, anxiety/trauma, Personal Training, EMDR
His expertise extends to assisting families coping with a loved one's diagnosis of Mood, Anxiety, Personality, or substance use disorders.
Patrick Trentalange is a dedicated therapist specializing in addiction and mental health treatment. With a Master of Social Work degree and extensive experience, he is known for his empathetic and client-centered approach. Patrick is committed to helping individuals and their families navigate the complexities of addiction and mental health issues, providing support and guidance on their path to recovery. Proficient in both abstinent-based treatment and harm reduction, he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and goals of his clients
His expertise extends to assisting families coping with a loved one's diagnosis of Mood, Anxiety, Personality, or substance use disorders.
Patrick Trentalange is a dedicated therapist specializing in addiction and mental health treatment. With a Master of Social Work degree and extensive experience, he is known for his empathetic and client-centered approach. Patrick is committed to helping individuals and their families navigate the complexities of addiction and mental health issues, providing support and guidance on their path to recovery. Proficient in both abstinent-based treatment and harm reduction, he tailors his approach to meet the unique needs and goals of his clients
A number of things can get in the way of us having the life that we want. My role in therapy is to help clients think through strategies to better enable themselves to navigate the transitions and the difficult circumstances they encounter to ultimately become the person they want to be. Therapy is about living an authentic life by taking action on the things that matter most to us, living in the direction of what we see as valuable, and engaging fully in what we do. Let me help you become "unstuck" from old patterns and develop the tools to live a more satisfying life. You do not have to figure this out on your own.
A number of things can get in the way of us having the life that we want. My role in therapy is to help clients think through strategies to better enable themselves to navigate the transitions and the difficult circumstances they encounter to ultimately become the person they want to be. Therapy is about living an authentic life by taking action on the things that matter most to us, living in the direction of what we see as valuable, and engaging fully in what we do. Let me help you become "unstuck" from old patterns and develop the tools to live a more satisfying life. You do not have to figure this out on your own.
I have 17 years of experience supporting adults with mental health and substance use challenges.
Instead of asking “What’s wrong with me?” What if we begin with a different question: What happened, and how did I survive? If you live with anxiety, depression, mood swings, shutdown, or avoidance, nothing is “wrong” with you. This may be survival responses your nervous system learned. They once protected you and now it feels stuck, and now feel exhausting or limiting. I help you understand these patterns through a trauma, attachment, and nervous system lens, so you can respond rather than react. Together, we build regulation, flexibility, and new ways of coping that feel more aligned, helping you move from surviving to living.
I have 17 years of experience supporting adults with mental health and substance use challenges.
Instead of asking “What’s wrong with me?” What if we begin with a different question: What happened, and how did I survive? If you live with anxiety, depression, mood swings, shutdown, or avoidance, nothing is “wrong” with you. This may be survival responses your nervous system learned. They once protected you and now it feels stuck, and now feel exhausting or limiting. I help you understand these patterns through a trauma, attachment, and nervous system lens, so you can respond rather than react. Together, we build regulation, flexibility, and new ways of coping that feel more aligned, helping you move from surviving to living.
My name is Lisa McIntosh. I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner, Licensed Professional Counselor, and an EMDR Trained Therapist. I am also the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Second Chance LLC in Martinsville, Virginia since 2020. I come to you with more than 20 years of experience working with children and adults with substance abuse issues, mental health illnesses and dual diagnosis. My goal has always been to help individuals through a holistic approach by focusing on their emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
My name is Lisa McIntosh. I am a Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner, Licensed Professional Counselor, and an EMDR Trained Therapist. I am also the founder and Chief Executive Officer of Second Chance LLC in Martinsville, Virginia since 2020. I come to you with more than 20 years of experience working with children and adults with substance abuse issues, mental health illnesses and dual diagnosis. My goal has always been to help individuals through a holistic approach by focusing on their emotional, psychological, and social well-being.
BILINGUAL (SPANISH/ENGLISH SPEAKING) THERAPIST .I believe the purpose of therapy is for you to more deeply discover who you are, what you want, and how to get it. During therapy, I will do my best to honor your personal experiences and perspective. You can count on me to provide you with honest feedback, and to offer suggestions based on my clinical training and life experiences. I encourage your active participation and collaboration as we develop our therapeutic relationship and work to meet your chosen goals.
BILINGUAL (SPANISH/ENGLISH SPEAKING) THERAPIST .I believe the purpose of therapy is for you to more deeply discover who you are, what you want, and how to get it. During therapy, I will do my best to honor your personal experiences and perspective. You can count on me to provide you with honest feedback, and to offer suggestions based on my clinical training and life experiences. I encourage your active participation and collaboration as we develop our therapeutic relationship and work to meet your chosen goals.
Has substance use or trauma left you feeling like a spectator in your own life?
My areas of specialty include trauma/PTSD, substance use recovery and behavioral health concerns, and working with neurodivergent adults and parents of neurodivergent young people. I also love helping couples (including mixed-neurotype couples) learn to understand each other better. I offer individual & couples therapy, parent coaching, & recovery coaching.
Has substance use or trauma left you feeling like a spectator in your own life?
My areas of specialty include trauma/PTSD, substance use recovery and behavioral health concerns, and working with neurodivergent adults and parents of neurodivergent young people. I also love helping couples (including mixed-neurotype couples) learn to understand each other better. I offer individual & couples therapy, parent coaching, & recovery coaching.
Taking the step to begin therapy takes courage. At Tree of Life Counseling, we offer a supportive, trauma-informed space for adolescents and adults seeking relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Our clinicians work with individuals who may appear high-functioning yet feel emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected. Using evidence-based approaches and faith-informed care when desired, we help clients gain clarity, build resilience, and develop healthier ways of coping.
Our goal is to support meaningful, lasting change by helping you move forward with greater peace, confidence, and emotional balance.
Taking the step to begin therapy takes courage. At Tree of Life Counseling, we offer a supportive, trauma-informed space for adolescents and adults seeking relief from anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.
Our clinicians work with individuals who may appear high-functioning yet feel emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected. Using evidence-based approaches and faith-informed care when desired, we help clients gain clarity, build resilience, and develop healthier ways of coping.
Our goal is to support meaningful, lasting change by helping you move forward with greater peace, confidence, and emotional balance.
Now welcoming new Telehealth clients!
Choosing a therapist is a meaningful step toward healing; it’s important to feel safe, supported, validated, and understood. I’m Marc Davis (he/him), an LMHP-S and Board-Certified Music Therapist with 16 years of professional experience. My background in both social work and music therapy allows me to approach therapy with flexibility, creativity, and deep respect for each person’s unique strengths and story. I hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from Berklee College of Music and a master’s degree in social work from George Mason University.
Now welcoming new Telehealth clients!
Choosing a therapist is a meaningful step toward healing; it’s important to feel safe, supported, validated, and understood. I’m Marc Davis (he/him), an LMHP-S and Board-Certified Music Therapist with 16 years of professional experience. My background in both social work and music therapy allows me to approach therapy with flexibility, creativity, and deep respect for each person’s unique strengths and story. I hold a bachelor’s degree in music therapy from Berklee College of Music and a master’s degree in social work from George Mason University.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
At our practice, we specialize in empowering our clients to discover healthier lifestyles through integrative wellness services solutions. We provide a variety of healing modalities, including hypnotherapy, life coaching, couples coaching, Reiki energy healing, and intuitive healing. Our clients choose us because we are committed to techniques that offer fast and effective healing.
Michael Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
Whether you're looking to set a new course in life, heal a wounded heart, break from unhealthy habits, I can teach you strategies and skills to become the person you want to be. Any positive change requires awareness, determination, and effort. At heartsandmindshealth, my goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. I take an insight-oriented, solution-focused approach to our work, After setting mutually-determined treatment objectives, I help individuals, couples, and groups achieve life goals, heal emotional wounds, become "unstuck", or break free from unhealthy patterns.
Whether you're looking to set a new course in life, heal a wounded heart, break from unhealthy habits, I can teach you strategies and skills to become the person you want to be. Any positive change requires awareness, determination, and effort. At heartsandmindshealth, my goal is to improve your mental health and well-being. I take an insight-oriented, solution-focused approach to our work, After setting mutually-determined treatment objectives, I help individuals, couples, and groups achieve life goals, heal emotional wounds, become "unstuck", or break free from unhealthy patterns.
At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, we believe therapy should feel like connection — a space where healing begins with being truly seen and supported. Our team of compassionate clinicians helps individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care, curiosity, and respect.
We take a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. For those seeking deeper understanding and clarity, we also provide comprehensive psychological assessments. For clients seeking innovative options, we offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
At Del Ray Psych & Wellness, we believe therapy should feel like connection — a space where healing begins with being truly seen and supported. Our team of compassionate clinicians helps individuals and families navigate life’s challenges with care, curiosity, and respect.
We take a holistic approach that honors the mind, body, and spirit, drawing from evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care. For those seeking deeper understanding and clarity, we also provide comprehensive psychological assessments. For clients seeking innovative options, we offer ketamine-assisted psychotherapy.
Sarah Pitkin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LSATP, ATR-BC
5 Endorsed
Potomac West, Alexandria, VA 22301
I'm a licensed professional counselor located in Alexandria, VA but I'm also licensed to provide virtual therapy to clients in Washington DC, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. As daily life becomes more complex, many individuals face challenges such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, difficulty balancing work and life, and unresolved trauma. If you've been thinking about starting therapy, but unsure if now is the right time... I assure you now is the right time.
I'm a licensed professional counselor located in Alexandria, VA but I'm also licensed to provide virtual therapy to clients in Washington DC, Maryland, and Pennsylvania. As daily life becomes more complex, many individuals face challenges such as anxiety, depression, substance abuse, relationship issues, difficulty balancing work and life, and unresolved trauma. If you've been thinking about starting therapy, but unsure if now is the right time... I assure you now is the right time.
Feeling anxious, depressed or struggling in your relationship? Let’s meet. For over 30 years, I have been providing psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. It is a pleasure to see clients grow, resolve problems, and begin to feel in ways they never imagined. I create a safe, supportive, and affirming environment for exploring and gaining insight into the challenges you face, and together we will find new ways to react to, cope with, and address them. My goal is to help you find meaningful and lasting solutions that improve your mood, sense of well being and relationships.
Feeling anxious, depressed or struggling in your relationship? Let’s meet. For over 30 years, I have been providing psychotherapy services to individuals and couples. It is a pleasure to see clients grow, resolve problems, and begin to feel in ways they never imagined. I create a safe, supportive, and affirming environment for exploring and gaining insight into the challenges you face, and together we will find new ways to react to, cope with, and address them. My goal is to help you find meaningful and lasting solutions that improve your mood, sense of well being and relationships.
Welcome to my therapy practice. We can all feel 'stuck' or overwhelmed at times, and our lives can be impacted by negative behavioral patterns, difficulty in relationships, and ongoing struggles with pain and suffering. Therapy is a process where, as partners, we move towards having a deeper understanding of yourself, your feelings and reactions, and your relationships. We will work to improve your ability to cope with challenges, to make progress towards personal goals, and to experience positive changes that allow increased satisfaction with self, life, and relationships. I look forward to starting this process with you!
Welcome to my therapy practice. We can all feel 'stuck' or overwhelmed at times, and our lives can be impacted by negative behavioral patterns, difficulty in relationships, and ongoing struggles with pain and suffering. Therapy is a process where, as partners, we move towards having a deeper understanding of yourself, your feelings and reactions, and your relationships. We will work to improve your ability to cope with challenges, to make progress towards personal goals, and to experience positive changes that allow increased satisfaction with self, life, and relationships. I look forward to starting this process with you!
I can be of assistance in the areas of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma/PTSD, Family Issues, Substance Use, Personal Growth, Sports Performance, and Mindfulness.
I am dedicated to helping my clients identify their potential, and opportunities for positive change. I help clients attain their counseling goals through cognitive behavioral therapy principles, with a person-centered approach.
I can be of assistance in the areas of Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Trauma/PTSD, Family Issues, Substance Use, Personal Growth, Sports Performance, and Mindfulness.
I am dedicated to helping my clients identify their potential, and opportunities for positive change. I help clients attain their counseling goals through cognitive behavioral therapy principles, with a person-centered approach.
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. If you have concerns about personal relationships or mental and emotions wellness? We can come along side you amid your pain and suffering.
Counseling 2 Hope LLC can help you step into healing from the past, set your life in a positive direction, and move toward a future of optimal well-being. Are you experiencing brokenness and hopelessness? If you struggle with anxiety, depression, or grief and loss. If you have concerns about personal relationships or mental and emotions wellness? We can come along side you amid your pain and suffering.
I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents (age 13+) strengthen the resilience in their lives. Are you experiencing trouble finding your joy in life? Having a lack of self compassion and multiple negative thoughts on a daily basis? Imagine having the skills and perspective to dispute those thoughts to help yourself learn to choose joy even in tough circumstances. "Joy is a decision, a really brave one, about how you are going to respond to life." -Wess Stafford
I am passionate about helping adults and adolescents (age 13+) strengthen the resilience in their lives. Are you experiencing trouble finding your joy in life? Having a lack of self compassion and multiple negative thoughts on a daily basis? Imagine having the skills and perspective to dispute those thoughts to help yourself learn to choose joy even in tough circumstances. "Joy is a decision, a really brave one, about how you are going to respond to life." -Wess Stafford
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
Welcome to Modyfi! We're an all virtual practice that offers appointments exclusively via Telehealth. Our providers accept most major insurances, and are welcoming new patients with appointments often available in days, not weeks or months. Our highest priority is to cultivate a space for you to feel safe, supported, and unconditionally accepted so that we can better understand the interplay between our thought life, emotional experiences, and behavioral reactions.
If you’re functioning on the outside but exhausted on the inside, therapy can help you move forward not just cope. You may look like you’re holding it together, but inside you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally worn down. Past experiences keep showing up in your thoughts, reactions, and relationships, even though you’ve tried to move on. At some point, surviving replaced living and you’re ready for something different.
I work with adults who want relief and a way forward by using focused EMDR therapy. We work on one issue at a time, help your nervous system settle, and notice what’s changed so you can return to your life.
If you’re functioning on the outside but exhausted on the inside, therapy can help you move forward not just cope. You may look like you’re holding it together, but inside you feel overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally worn down. Past experiences keep showing up in your thoughts, reactions, and relationships, even though you’ve tried to move on. At some point, surviving replaced living and you’re ready for something different.
I work with adults who want relief and a way forward by using focused EMDR therapy. We work on one issue at a time, help your nervous system settle, and notice what’s changed so you can return to your life.
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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.