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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 Berkeley, the suburbs of Berkeley, other nearby places such as Walnut Creek, Oakland, or anywhere else in California, 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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Ashley Avila
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It is my goal to help you reach your goals. What are they? If you desire lasting change but don't know where to start; I can help. Together, we can find healthy ways to cope, & get you back in control. I'd be honored to walk this journey with you.


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It is my goal to help you reach your goals. What are they? If you desire lasting change but don't know where to start; I can help. Together, we can find healthy ways to cope, & get you back in control. I'd be honored to walk this journey with you.

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I've done individual & group therapy with clients for over 8 years, all utilizing evidence-based practices such as MI, CBT, ACT & SFBT. I specialize in BIPOC populations noticing unhelpful thoughts or habits in their lives & who are looking freedom.

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  • Religious Trauma
  • Technology Addiction
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Look at your relationships with yourself and others, and unpack where you are stuck. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to achieve self-awareness and growth. We will look at future goals for your authentic self.


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Look at your relationships with yourself and others, and unpack where you are stuck. We will explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to achieve self-awareness and growth. We will look at future goals for your authentic self.

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My approach to therapy is client-centered, collaborative, and relational. You need a warm, approachable, and trusting environment to begin making changes and progress toward growth and healing. I will hold that space and meet you where you are.

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have a deeper understanding of the symptoms, patterns, and situations that may be exacerbating suffering or keeping you “stuck,” a plan to address areas of concern, and a nonjudgmental space in which you feel seen and heard.


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have a deeper understanding of the symptoms, patterns, and situations that may be exacerbating suffering or keeping you “stuck,” a plan to address areas of concern, and a nonjudgmental space in which you feel seen and heard.

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I utilize a variety of perspectives and interventions to best support goals (psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness skills). I encourage you to recognize strengths, make space for imperfections, and challenge abusive inner dialogues.

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One of the greatest things about Brainspotting is that one can process just about anything using it. One can work on a specific issues such as anger towards someone or a more general issue such as a sense of not feeling good enough.


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One of the greatest things about Brainspotting is that one can process just about anything using it. One can work on a specific issues such as anger towards someone or a more general issue such as a sense of not feeling good enough.

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Working from a bottom-up approach, clients process issues to obtain healing in their brain and body which leads to change in their psychology versus trying to change their psychology via talk, which is the top-down approach.

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As a LCSW, I aim to listen objectively, meet you where you are, and engage interactively. Together, we'll identify your issues and resources, and work experientially to improve your thoughts and feelings.


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As a LCSW, I aim to listen objectively, meet you where you are, and engage interactively. Together, we'll identify your issues and resources, and work experientially to improve your thoughts and feelings.

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Experiential. Mind/Body Awareness. Somatic experiencing. Relational therapy.

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