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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 San Leandro, the suburbs of San Leandro, other nearby places such as Hayward, 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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Meghan Arroyo
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Tackle emotional walls that keep others at distance, create greater connection with your partner/s, and loved ones. Most importantly, you can connect with your authentic Self and live life with self-compassion and ease.


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Tackle emotional walls that keep others at distance, create greater connection with your partner/s, and loved ones. Most importantly, you can connect with your authentic Self and live life with self-compassion and ease.

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I'm an AASECT certified sex therapist and I am passionate about helping clients find sexual vitality in their lives. I am also trained in Internal Family Systems and use this approach to heal trauma.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Consensual Non-Monogamy
  • Couples
  • Couples Sex Therapy
  • Depression
  • Polyamory
  • Sexuality
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
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Scott Altamirano
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Get thought a period of panic together. My original career path was to be an ER doctor and I worked on probation/parole as a therapist, so helping people get through a period of crisis and to find the light among the chaos is my specialty.


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Get thought a period of panic together. My original career path was to be an ER doctor and I worked on probation/parole as a therapist, so helping people get through a period of crisis and to find the light among the chaos is my specialty.

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For couples' therapy, my duty is to help enable a conversation, provide referee-ing, and provide relevant education; but for the most part, its about having the couple talk to each other and I only speak up when necessary.

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  • Addictions
  • Alcohol
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  • Couples Sex Therapy
  • Divorce and Separation
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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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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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  • Addictions
  • Addictive Behaviors
  • BIPOC
  • Overachievers
  • Racial Justice
  • Racial Trauma
  • Racism
  • Recovery
  • Religious Trauma
  • Technology Addiction
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Risha Nathan
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Grow, change, feel more comfortable and confident. Thrive in the life you have.


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Grow, change, feel more comfortable and confident. Thrive in the life you have.

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Holistic and wellness-based. This means we think outside of the box and look at a person's whole life and whole body when thinking about mental health.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anger Management
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Anxious Attachment
  • Attachment Issues
  • Chronic Stress
  • Communication Skills
  • Couples
  • Functional Anxiety
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Healing From Relationships
  • Health Anxiety
  • Holistic Wellness
  • Relational Trauma
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationship Distress
  • Relationships
  • Relationship Trauma
  • Substance Use
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Risha Nathan remote and phone therapy in California, Connecticut, New York