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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 La Mesa, the suburbs of La Mesa, other nearby places such as Chula Vista, National City, 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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leave sessions with a clearer sense of your goals and plans to achieve those goals. You should expect to leave sessions feeling hopeful, capable, and supported.

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I use a mostly cognitive-behavioral approach. That means that I help you identify thought and behavioral patterns that may not be serving you well. We then work on modifying those patterns so that you can improve your mood and sense of well-being.

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  • Abuse
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Assault
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Behavioral Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Drug Use
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Disorders
  • Postpartum
  • Postpartum Anxiety
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Prenatal
  • Rape and Sexual Assault
  • Schizoaffective Disorder
  • Schizophrenia
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Substance Use Disorders
  • Trauma From Abuse
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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Work on overcoming challenges and identify patterns that do not serve you. We will process the difficult experiences or trauma you may have had and learn strategies to cope with and overcome the uncomfortable feelings that may still linger.


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Work on overcoming challenges and identify patterns that do not serve you. We will process the difficult experiences or trauma you may have had and learn strategies to cope with and overcome the uncomfortable feelings that may still linger.

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I use a strengths based approach with the knowledge that each client has the inherent ability to work through challenges with a little support. I see the client-therapist relationship as a collaboration and meet each individual where they are at.

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  • Anxiety
  • Bullying
  • Child Abuse
  • Child Behavior Issues
  • Children of Divorce
  • Chronic Pain
  • Confidence
  • Depression
  • Developmental Trauma
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Grief
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Self-Esteem
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
  • Young Adults
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As someone who understands and experiences the stigma that our own personal cultures may have, I believe that it takes power and strength to overcome the barriers that we as humans face regarding our mental health.


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As someone who understands and experiences the stigma that our own personal cultures may have, I believe that it takes power and strength to overcome the barriers that we as humans face regarding our mental health.

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I utilize Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Narrative therapy and have a person-centered approach for each individual person that I get to meet and work with.

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  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Schizophrenia
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Work on struggles that you are experiencing.. Together, we can collaborate to empower you to be your own advocate and find the peace and happiness that you strive to have in your personal and professional life.


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Work on struggles that you are experiencing.. Together, we can collaborate to empower you to be your own advocate and find the peace and happiness that you strive to have in your personal and professional life.

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I collaborate with my clients to empower them to make the change they want to see in their life. My approach to therapy is tailored to each client as we all present with unique challenges. I strive to always encourage my clients to find their voice.

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  • Abusive Relationships
  • Adjustment Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Drug Use
  • Functional Anxiety
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Grief
  • Health Anxiety
  • Interpersonal Difficulties
  • Life Balance
  • Life Changes
  • Major Depressive Disorder
  • Mild Depression
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Parent-Child Relationship
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder
  • Social Anxiety
  • Social Isolation
  • Substance Use
  • Teen Depression
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You can trust that every interaction with me will have a clear goal and purpose. I will always steer our conversations towards a specific direction, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.


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You can trust that every interaction with me will have a clear goal and purpose. I will always steer our conversations towards a specific direction, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.

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I offer a range of therapeutic approaches including motivational interviewing, feedback, talk therapy, medication management, cognitive behavioral therapy, EMDR, counseling, psychotherapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I tailor my approach to meet your unique needs and goals, helping you navigate challenges and achieve personal growth.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Addictive Behaviors
  • Adult ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
  • Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Career Counseling
  • Child or Adolescent Therapy
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Family Conflict
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Learning Disabilities
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Panic Attacks
  • Parenting
  • Personality Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Relationships
  • School Issues
  • Sexual Abuse
  • Social Anxiety
  • Spirituality
  • Trauma
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