Browse > Connecticut > Bristol > Substance Abuse

Find Substance Abuse Therapists & Counselors in Bristol, CT.

 

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 Bristol, the suburbs of Bristol, other nearby places such as Waterbury, Hartford, or anywhere else in Connecticut, 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.

Bristol, CT Substance Abuse Therapists - List Your Practice on Mental Health Match

Looking to expand your network? At Mental Health Match, we match clients to therapists and counselors specializing in substance abuse. Get set up for new referrals in 10 minutes or less. 60 day free trial, with no credit cards required to start. Join now.

Read more
Showing 1 - 5 (38 total therapists)
Showing 1 - 5 (38 total therapists)
Filters:
Picture of Jason Schwarz, mental health therapist in Connecticut
Jason Schwarz
Together, we will:

Develop a treatment plan, considering not only the addiction but also the underlying factors contributing to it. For families, I will help you navigate the conflict surrounding your loved one's addiction through an empathic approach.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Jason Schwarz, mental health therapist in Connecticut
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Develop a treatment plan, considering not only the addiction but also the underlying factors contributing to it. For families, I will help you navigate the conflict surrounding your loved one's addiction through an empathic approach.

Something to know about my approach is:

I utilize evidence-based therapies, incorporating a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, & mindfulness techniques in sessions. I firmly believe in instilling hope & empowering clients to take control of their lives.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Addictions
  • Addictive Behaviors
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Coping Skills
  • Court-Ordered Therapy
  • DOT Substance Abuse Evaluations
  • Grief Due to Addiction
  • Loving Someone with Addiction
  • Recovery
  • Substance Use
  • Substance Use Disorders
Read more about me
Map in Southbury, Connecticut for Jason Schwarz therapy location.
19.2 miles from you
Picture of Dr. Derek Ream, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jer...
Dr. Derek Ream
Together, we will:

help you get more aligned with your values, goals, and passionate pursuits. When people are not feeling or doing well, it's typical to become less aligned with those aspects. Therapy aims to get people more aligned as to feel and do better.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Dr. Derek Ream, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jer...
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

help you get more aligned with your values, goals, and passionate pursuits. When people are not feeling or doing well, it's typical to become less aligned with those aspects. Therapy aims to get people more aligned as to feel and do better.

Something to know about my approach is:

I am trained in a variety of cognitive-behavioral-based therapies, a proven approach to changing thinking patterns and behaviors in a limited number of sessions.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Agoraphobia
  • Anxiety
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Chronic Pain
  • Depression
  • Emotional Disturbance
  • Fears and Phobias
  • Gay
  • Grief
  • Harm OCD
  • LGBTQ+
  • Mood Disorders
  • Mood Regulation
  • Motivation
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Panic Attacks
  • Panic Disorders
  • Procrastination
  • Resilience
  • Social Anxiety
  • Substance Use
Read more about me
Dr. Derek Ream remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Mississippi, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North ...
FEELING OVERWHELMED?
Take our free survey to make your search easier.
Picture of Jennifer  Morales, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North...
Jennifer Morales
Together, we will:

Therapy is the beginning of an individuals journey to living a full and meaningful life. Working with individuals on this journey is truly a privilege and one that I take with the greatest of compassion and understanding for the courage required.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Jennifer  Morales, mental health therapist in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North...
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Therapy is the beginning of an individuals journey to living a full and meaningful life. Working with individuals on this journey is truly a privilege and one that I take with the greatest of compassion and understanding for the courage required.

Something to know about my approach is:

Through the therapy process my hope is that individuals can find a space where they experience truly being met where they are at in their life. My goal is to create a warm and engaging therapeutic relationship that allows for openness and honesty.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Mood Disorders
  • Relationships
  • Substance Use
Read more about me
Jennifer  Morales remote and phone therapy in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District Of Columbia, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, North Carolina, ...
Picture of Ariel Perkins, mental health therapist in Connecticut
Ariel Perkins
Together, we will:

Explore what you'd like to gain out of therapy. We'll focus on your experiences of emotions, symptoms, relationships, and social interactions. You will be able to guide the session and decide the areas of your life you feel need to be explored.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Ariel Perkins, mental health therapist in Connecticut
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

Explore what you'd like to gain out of therapy. We'll focus on your experiences of emotions, symptoms, relationships, and social interactions. You will be able to guide the session and decide the areas of your life you feel need to be explored.

Something to know about my approach is:

I'm focus on providing a safe space for my clients to express themselves. My approach is compassionate and I strive to demonstrate understanding and empathy. I've been able to connect with many different personalities and perspectives.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma-Related Disorders
Read more about me
Ariel Perkins remote and phone therapy in Connecticut
Picture of Allie Fuller, mental health therapist in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New York
Allie Fuller
Together, we will:

look to the past to inform the future, identify patterns and themes, and discuss whether or not you'd like to introduce any new patterns to enhance your quality of life and relationships.


View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Picture of Allie Fuller, mental health therapist in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New York
View Profile

Are We a Match?

Take Our Survey
Together, we will:

look to the past to inform the future, identify patterns and themes, and discuss whether or not you'd like to introduce any new patterns to enhance your quality of life and relationships.

Something to know about my approach is:

Our sessions will rely on collaboration. It will be in your power to identify our goals for therapy, prioritize where we start, and to redirect the process if you feel something needs to change.

FOCUS AREAS:
  • Anxiety Disorders
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Depression
  • Eating Disorders
  • Grief
  • Life Transitions
  • Relationship Conflict
  • Relationships
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma
Read more about me
Allie Fuller remote and phone therapy in Connecticut, Florida, Massachusetts, New York