Find Drug Use Therapists & Counselors in Lake Forest, CA.

 

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 Lake Forest, the suburbs of Lake Forest, other nearby places such as Mission Viejo, Rancho Santa Margarita, 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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Here at Solace Treatment we provide only the most effective mental health and substance abuse care. Our team of experienced therapists and clinicians work together to make sure each and every client under our care receive the best solution .


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Here at Solace Treatment we provide only the most effective mental health and substance abuse care. Our team of experienced therapists and clinicians work together to make sure each and every client under our care receive the best solution .

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Solace Treatment is an outpatient substance abuse and mental health treatment facility offering services to those looking for the next step in their recovery. Our staff of seasoned and trained professionals are here to help you or your loved one .

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  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Manic Depression
  • Substance Use
  • Teenagers
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We will engage in a relaxed, non judgmental space to explore challenges, develop insights, and acquire practical coping strategies, leaving session with a deeper understanding of yourself and enhanced emotional resilience.

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My approach varies, based on the client's needs; however, I customarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy, allowing my clients to work through life circumstances while keeping forward movement toward future goals.

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  • Addictions
  • Anxiety
  • Career
  • Co-Parenting
  • Coping Skills
  • Custody
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • High-Functioning Depression
  • Life Balance
  • Life Skills
  • Mood Disorders
  • Parenting
  • Parenting Skills
  • Postpartum Depression
  • Trauma
  • Work-Life Balance
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I will listen to your ideas. I then help you prioritize your goals and shape them into SMART goals which can be measured over time.

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My approach stems from both Cognitive Behavior Therapy as well as Existential theory. I believe how we communicate with ourselves, and others, changes the perspective we hold and are seen through.

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  • Addictions
  • Adolescents
  • Adult ADHD
  • Aging and Getting Older
  • Aging Parents
  • Alcohol
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Aspergers
  • Autism in Adults
  • Betting and Gambling
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar II
  • Borderline Personality
  • Chronic Illness
  • Chronic Stress
  • Codependency
  • Cultural Trauma
  • Depression
  • Depressive Disorders
  • Developmental Disorders
  • Divorce and Separation
  • Domestic Violence
  • Domestic Violence Survivors
  • Drug Use
  • Dual Diagnosis
  • Grief
  • Infertility
  • Infidelity
  • Insomnia and Sleep Problems
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Premarital Counseling
  • Psychosis
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationships
  • Schizophrenia
  • Suicidal Ideation
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Samantha Mero
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Get you to understand the biological, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual aspects that shape your wellbeing, stop self-sabotaging, heal from trauma, and learn how to make decisions that are aligned with your values.


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Get you to understand the biological, psychological, social, cultural, spiritual aspects that shape your wellbeing, stop self-sabotaging, heal from trauma, and learn how to make decisions that are aligned with your values.

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I use different therapeutic modalities and work with my clients to find what works best for each individual. I emphasize somatic experience and offer EMDR therapy for those who are looking for a deeper nervous-system level healing.

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  • Anxiety
  • Binge Eating
  • Bulimia
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
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  • Gestational Carrier Assessments
  • In Vitro Fertilization (IVF)
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Sperm Donor Assessments
  • Substance Use
  • Surrogacy
  • Trauma
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Vanessa C. Staples
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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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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.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • 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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