Addiction Therapists in Richmond, VA
Whether its depression, anxiety, fear of change, stress, trauma, relationship issues, oppression, excessive use of substances.
During treatment, there are a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities of which we can chose from and again this will be selected based on “your specific needs.” I have 9 years’ experience utilizing, Cognitive behavioral Therapy “CBT”, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy “DBT,” Person centered therapy, Chemical dependency recovery skills/relapse prevention
Whether its depression, anxiety, fear of change, stress, trauma, relationship issues, oppression, excessive use of substances.
During treatment, there are a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities of which we can chose from and again this will be selected based on “your specific needs.” I have 9 years’ experience utilizing, Cognitive behavioral Therapy “CBT”, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy “DBT,” Person centered therapy, Chemical dependency recovery skills/relapse prevention
Mary Catherine Donahue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-C, NBCCH, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in working with individuals in recovery from substance use, those who have faced personal loss in life or are struggling with life transitions and are seeking a place of peace.
My personal goal is for my clients to feel connected and safe. I have worked with a diverse population of race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender identification and sexual orientation. I utilize several different supportive skills in sessions including mindfulness and transpersonal spiritual approaches that ease feelings of anxiety, trauma and depression.
I specialize in working with individuals in recovery from substance use, those who have faced personal loss in life or are struggling with life transitions and are seeking a place of peace.
My personal goal is for my clients to feel connected and safe. I have worked with a diverse population of race, ethnicity, religious beliefs, gender identification and sexual orientation. I utilize several different supportive skills in sessions including mindfulness and transpersonal spiritual approaches that ease feelings of anxiety, trauma and depression.
At NP Advantage, she specializes in medication management only for ADHD, Addiction/Recovery Medicine.
Medication-Assisted treatment for the following: Alcohol (Naltrexone & other oral options); Opiate addiction (Suboxone, Zubsolv, Subutex); Tobacco Cessation. Medication treatment for ADHD (stimulants & Non-stimulants), Anxiety (non controlled medication options only), Depression Disorders
At NP Advantage, she specializes in medication management only for ADHD, Addiction/Recovery Medicine.
Medication-Assisted treatment for the following: Alcohol (Naltrexone & other oral options); Opiate addiction (Suboxone, Zubsolv, Subutex); Tobacco Cessation. Medication treatment for ADHD (stimulants & Non-stimulants), Anxiety (non controlled medication options only), Depression Disorders
Life can be overwhelming, especially when you're carrying the weight of depression, anxiety, trauma, or addiction.
I can help you speak your unspoken truth and help you gain insight into your enduring behavior patterns. I can help you process trauma and grief. I can be a safe person to guide you through your healing process.
Life can be overwhelming, especially when you're carrying the weight of depression, anxiety, trauma, or addiction.
I can help you speak your unspoken truth and help you gain insight into your enduring behavior patterns. I can help you process trauma and grief. I can be a safe person to guide you through your healing process.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience working in addiction treatment, trauma recovery, and mental health care.
I earned my master’s in social work from the University of Arkansas. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and mindfulness-based, helping clients feel safe enough to explore what hurts and move toward healing. I strive to create a collaborative, honest space with room for humor, compassion, and genuine connection.
I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with 10 years of experience working in addiction treatment, trauma recovery, and mental health care.
I earned my master’s in social work from the University of Arkansas. My approach is trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and mindfulness-based, helping clients feel safe enough to explore what hurts and move toward healing. I strive to create a collaborative, honest space with room for humor, compassion, and genuine connection.
Whether you’re navigating intense anxiety, processing a traumatic event, or struggling to break cycles of substance use, I’m here to help you find your footing.
With 30 years of experience across the therapeutic spectrum—from inpatient rehabilitation and private practice to every level of the correctional system—I’ve seen it all. This background has given me a deep understanding of the human capacity for change. In our sessions, I integrate Solution-Focused Therapy with practical DBT and CBT.
Whether you’re navigating intense anxiety, processing a traumatic event, or struggling to break cycles of substance use, I’m here to help you find your footing.
With 30 years of experience across the therapeutic spectrum—from inpatient rehabilitation and private practice to every level of the correctional system—I’ve seen it all. This background has given me a deep understanding of the human capacity for change. In our sessions, I integrate Solution-Focused Therapy with practical DBT and CBT.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help.
I take a wellness approach to mental health. I believe you can greatly improve your mental health and well-being by identifying and better using your existing strengths, resources, and sources of positive emotion in your life. We can also work on coping skills, interpersonal skills, and ways to modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
If you are struggling with painful emotions, interpersonal problems, substance use challenges, or difficult life transitions, I am here to help.
I take a wellness approach to mental health. I believe you can greatly improve your mental health and well-being by identifying and better using your existing strengths, resources, and sources of positive emotion in your life. We can also work on coping skills, interpersonal skills, and ways to modify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
I work with clients from all walks of life, specializing in mental health, substance use, and relationship counseling.
I provide individual and couples counseling for those struggling with substance abuse and associated mental health issues, as well as medical trauma (both in the patient setting and the provider setting).
I work with clients from all walks of life, specializing in mental health, substance use, and relationship counseling.
I provide individual and couples counseling for those struggling with substance abuse and associated mental health issues, as well as medical trauma (both in the patient setting and the provider setting).
I am a licensed professional counselor with 20+ years of experience providing inpatient and outpatient counseling and crisis intervention for individuals experiencing substance abuse and mental health issues.
Things you can expect from your therapist:
listening ear.
competent in areas of expertise.
leading you toward the goals that you create.
encouraging you to reach your potential
I am a licensed professional counselor with 20+ years of experience providing inpatient and outpatient counseling and crisis intervention for individuals experiencing substance abuse and mental health issues.
Things you can expect from your therapist:
listening ear.
competent in areas of expertise.
leading you toward the goals that you create.
encouraging you to reach your potential
Someone who understands drinking and/or substance use can both cause problems AND provide much needed relief.
My practice is not grounded in abstract academic theory, but the concrete lived experience and I work exclusively in addictions. Your identity, privacy, and anonymity, are fully protected through end -to- end encryption coupled with offline data storage.
Someone who understands drinking and/or substance use can both cause problems AND provide much needed relief.
My practice is not grounded in abstract academic theory, but the concrete lived experience and I work exclusively in addictions. Your identity, privacy, and anonymity, are fully protected through end -to- end encryption coupled with offline data storage.
Whether you're experiencing substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, history of trauma, or life transitions, we’ll work together at your pace to uncover deeper insights and foster lasting change.
My areas of expertise include substance use disorder and history of trauma for adult individuals. I bring warmth, authenticity, and non-judgment into every session. My goal is to help you feel safe enough to be honest and curious about your inner world. Growth can be uncomfortable, but it can also be profoundly healing, and you don’t have to do it alone.
Whether you're experiencing substance use disorder, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, history of trauma, or life transitions, we’ll work together at your pace to uncover deeper insights and foster lasting change.
My areas of expertise include substance use disorder and history of trauma for adult individuals. I bring warmth, authenticity, and non-judgment into every session. My goal is to help you feel safe enough to be honest and curious about your inner world. Growth can be uncomfortable, but it can also be profoundly healing, and you don’t have to do it alone.
Christian & Associates Professional Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CSAC, MAC
2 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23235
I have helped people with a variety of conditions including: anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol problems, trauma, anger, and marital/couple’s therapy.
My name is Shauna Christian, and I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years’ experience providing therapy to individuals and families. I am committed to making this process easier for you by creating an environment of trust, respect and support. I meet you where you are! I believe that everyone is unique and what may work for one person may not work for another.
I have helped people with a variety of conditions including: anxiety, depression, drug and alcohol problems, trauma, anger, and marital/couple’s therapy.
My name is Shauna Christian, and I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years’ experience providing therapy to individuals and families. I am committed to making this process easier for you by creating an environment of trust, respect and support. I meet you where you are! I believe that everyone is unique and what may work for one person may not work for another.
I specialize in treating C-PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, attachment wounds, emotional dysregulation, guilt, shame, and personality disorders.
Sometimes, our “figure it out” can feel broken, and “happily ever after” may seem out of reach. Emotional pain, relationship struggles, and patterns of disconnection often develop from earlier attachment wounds and traumatic experiences that shaped how we learned to survive, protect ourselves, and relate to others.
Past trauma can leave us feeling empty, lonely, ashamed, anxious, or afraid of abandonment. We may push others away to avoid being hurt, struggle with overwhelming emotions, feel trapped in cycles of guilt and self-criticism, or believe we can never meet expectations.
I specialize in treating C-PTSD, addiction, anxiety, depression, attachment wounds, emotional dysregulation, guilt, shame, and personality disorders.
Sometimes, our “figure it out” can feel broken, and “happily ever after” may seem out of reach. Emotional pain, relationship struggles, and patterns of disconnection often develop from earlier attachment wounds and traumatic experiences that shaped how we learned to survive, protect ourselves, and relate to others.
Past trauma can leave us feeling empty, lonely, ashamed, anxious, or afraid of abandonment. We may push others away to avoid being hurt, struggle with overwhelming emotions, feel trapped in cycles of guilt and self-criticism, or believe we can never meet expectations.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Doctorate in Psychology, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional wellness and personal growth. I came to Alaska driven by a desire to help strengthen mental health services in this community. Licensed in Oklahoma, another state, and Alaska, I take great pride in walking alongside my clients as they gain insight, build resilience, and achieve the goals that matter most to them. Your journey begins with a thoughtful and personalized first session designed to truly understand you.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Doctorate in Psychology, I am dedicated to supporting individuals on their journey toward emotional wellness and personal growth. I came to Alaska driven by a desire to help strengthen mental health services in this community. Licensed in Oklahoma, another state, and Alaska, I take great pride in walking alongside my clients as they gain insight, build resilience, and achieve the goals that matter most to them. Your journey begins with a thoughtful and personalized first session designed to truly understand you.
I specialize in women’s mental health and in high-achieving men who “wear all the masks”—performing at work, holding it together at home, yet battling anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, substance use, or quiet shame.
Hi, I’m Dr. Adina Silvestri, LPC. If you’re done with “just cope harder,” you’re in the right place. My work is soul-led and science-backed—integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS), clinical hypnosis, expressive writing, and (when appropriate) ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in collaboration with a medical prescriber. We’ll calm the nervous system, unblend from harsh inner critics, and rewrite stale stories so your life fits your values—not the other way around. Please visit my website at adinasilvestri dot com for more information.
I specialize in women’s mental health and in high-achieving men who “wear all the masks”—performing at work, holding it together at home, yet battling anxiety, burnout, perfectionism, substance use, or quiet shame.
Hi, I’m Dr. Adina Silvestri, LPC. If you’re done with “just cope harder,” you’re in the right place. My work is soul-led and science-backed—integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS), clinical hypnosis, expressive writing, and (when appropriate) ketamine-assisted psychotherapy in collaboration with a medical prescriber. We’ll calm the nervous system, unblend from harsh inner critics, and rewrite stale stories so your life fits your values—not the other way around. Please visit my website at adinasilvestri dot com for more information.
With over ten years of experience working with adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse issues, I use my skills as both a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor to help you throughout all areas of your life.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you reach your full potential, realize that the solutions lie within you, and lessen your daily stress and anxiety. My focus in providing counseling is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment to learn and try new skills to help you address any issues that bring you to therapy.
With over ten years of experience working with adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, and substance abuse issues, I use my skills as both a Certified Substance Abuse Counselor and Rehabilitation Counselor to help you throughout all areas of your life.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you reach your full potential, realize that the solutions lie within you, and lessen your daily stress and anxiety. My focus in providing counseling is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental environment to learn and try new skills to help you address any issues that bring you to therapy.
I specialize in working with clients to resolve issues involving depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, chronic illness , relationship issues and sexual orientation .
I use an eclectic approach with an emphasis on interpersonal relations focusing on what works best for clients. I am actively involved in the process of inviting clients to explore curiosities, moving away from negative beliefs and self -judgements towards a place of understanding, integration and acceptance. I believe engaging clients on their terms is critical to creating a comfortable environment to discuss any issues of concern. I engage clients to explore and understand how their past influences the present , as well as patterns of behaviors and functioning that may both interfere and support their current life situations.
I specialize in working with clients to resolve issues involving depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, PTSD, trauma, chronic illness , relationship issues and sexual orientation .
I use an eclectic approach with an emphasis on interpersonal relations focusing on what works best for clients. I am actively involved in the process of inviting clients to explore curiosities, moving away from negative beliefs and self -judgements towards a place of understanding, integration and acceptance. I believe engaging clients on their terms is critical to creating a comfortable environment to discuss any issues of concern. I engage clients to explore and understand how their past influences the present , as well as patterns of behaviors and functioning that may both interfere and support their current life situations.
• My ideal client is someone who feels weighed down by life—whether that is depression, anxiety, trauma, or substance use—and is ready to take steps toward change, even if they’re unsure where to begin.
I help adults facing depression, anxiety, and life stressors by creating a supportive, collaborative space for growth. Using evidence-based approaches such as ACT and CBT, I focus on building coping skills and reducing symptoms. I also have experience with substance use concerns that may arise alongside mood or anxiety issues.
• My ideal client is someone who feels weighed down by life—whether that is depression, anxiety, trauma, or substance use—and is ready to take steps toward change, even if they’re unsure where to begin.
I help adults facing depression, anxiety, and life stressors by creating a supportive, collaborative space for growth. Using evidence-based approaches such as ACT and CBT, I focus on building coping skills and reducing symptoms. I also have experience with substance use concerns that may arise alongside mood or anxiety issues.
Dominion Care - Teen and Adult Substance Use
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Richmond, VA 23229
Dominion Care Specializes in providing high-quality, innovative substance use interventions.
We are committed to serving teens and adults from all backgrounds and treatment histories. Our mission is deeply rooted in meeting each client exactly where they are on their journey.
Through a collaborative process, we focus on client-centered goal setting, providing the essential support and resources—whether in individual therapy, specialized group therapy, or a combination of both—to help you establish and attain your personal, self-directed recovery objectives. Dominion Care is dedicated to providing the unique care you need.
Dominion Care Specializes in providing high-quality, innovative substance use interventions.
We are committed to serving teens and adults from all backgrounds and treatment histories. Our mission is deeply rooted in meeting each client exactly where they are on their journey.
Through a collaborative process, we focus on client-centered goal setting, providing the essential support and resources—whether in individual therapy, specialized group therapy, or a combination of both—to help you establish and attain your personal, self-directed recovery objectives. Dominion Care is dedicated to providing the unique care you need.
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.
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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.