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Are substance abuse problems causing issues in your relationships and making life more challenging? If so, it’s time to seek help. A substance abuse therapist can help you calm cravings, identify triggers, and remedy mental issues so you can stop using substances and start celebrating sobriety.

Whether you are located in downtown Bakersfield, Bakersfield Country Club, Csu Bakersfield, Downtown Bakersfield, or even Haggin Oaks, Mental Health Match can help you easily find an experienced therapist or counselor who best meets your needs.

Signs You Need Substance Abuse Therapy

Many people use substances, but get overwhelmed with them and are not sure when or if to stop. It can be difficult to know when it’s time to seek help for substance use. So, here are some signs to look out for:

  • You have cravings for drugs and other substances.
  • You want to give up substances but can’t seem to kick the habit.
  • Your drug or alcohol tolerance is building.
  • You have withdrawal symptoms when you’re not using substances.
  • Your substance use is affecting your relationships.

If any of these signs describe your situation, a substance abuse counselor can help you immensely. In a new article, licensed therapist Mark Levine writes about the stages of change when getting ready to handle an addiction to drugs.

Help is Available: Get Substance Abuse Counseling Today

A licensed therapist can use various techniques and tools to support you emotionally, help you identify triggers, curb your cravings, and rewire your thought processes so you can bid your drug habit goodbye. Luckily, finding a quality therapist is easy with Mental Health Match! Start by browsing below or by using our free therapist matching tool.

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Margot Charkow-Ross
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Identity what is working for you in your life and what you are wanting to change. We will make a plan on what is the best way to change the things that are undesirable. We will take the small steps in order to create big change.


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Identity what is working for you in your life and what you are wanting to change. We will make a plan on what is the best way to change the things that are undesirable. We will take the small steps in order to create big change.

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I work from where you are and where you want to be. I want to help you figure out what the best solution is for the issues you are experiencing and I cheer you on every step of the way.

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Through our work together, I will help you to uncover positive coping skills to manage life's challenges including boundary setting, healthy communication strategies, management of emotional distress and reducing unhelpful thinking patterns.


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My approach is grounded in the belief that every individual has the potential to grow and change and is deserving of acceptance. I strive to create a trusting, safe space in which my clients feel heard and empowered.

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As a LMFT, I aim to build a trusting relationship, discussing your personal history and current stressors. Our sessions will be flexible, connecting past experiences to present behaviors. I want you to leave our sessions empowered.


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As a LMFT, I aim to build a trusting relationship, discussing your personal history and current stressors. Our sessions will be flexible, connecting past experiences to present behaviors. I want you to leave our sessions empowered.

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As a certified Prepare-Enrich facilitator, I specialize in couples therapy. I use different methods based on your needs, including talk therapy and motivational interviewing. My focus is on your strengths and empowerment.

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We will discuss a wide range of topics that impact your life and work toward identifying the tools and resources that will help develop coping strategies so that you can continue to grow.

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My approach is customized to help you work toward personal growth.

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  • Divorce and Separation
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Danielle Saliman
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Develop a safe and secure relationship, get to the root of your feelings, and release beliefs that do not serve you. Allow trauma to be processed and healed. Get to know and love the deeper and authentic version of you.


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Develop a safe and secure relationship, get to the root of your feelings, and release beliefs that do not serve you. Allow trauma to be processed and healed. Get to know and love the deeper and authentic version of you.

Something to know about my approach is:

In therapy, I like to let my clients be in the driver's seat. We can go as deep as you want to, or keep our work solution-focused if that's where you feel more comfortable. I tailor our work to fit your personal needs, preferences, and goals.

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