Addictions therapists in Barstow, CA
Browse Addictions therapists in Barstow, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Substance Abuse
Bridgit Serrano
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, PMH-C
Substance use is a way to cope with deep-rooted pain. We can continue your work on the underlying issues that lead you to self-destructive habits. I spent many years working in substance use treatment centers and am unafraid and hopeful in helping you through this journey.
11 Years Experience
Online in Barstow, CA (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Lisa Abrams-Misbeek
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I'm a dedicated specialist in alcohol and addiction counseling, providing comprehensive support for those struggling with substance abuse disorders, focusing on evidence- based strategies to promote lasting recovery and improve over-all well-being.
15 Years Experience
Online in Barstow, CA (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Emily Miles
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I have a certificate in Addiction Counseling and years of experience working as a therapist with individuals who struggle with addictions and mental health concerns.
10 Years Experience
Online in Barstow, CA (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Dr. David Shapiro
Psychologist, California Licensed Psychologist (License# PSY17495)
Substance Use & Compulsive Behaviors
Understanding the Function Behind the Habit
Compulsive behaviors—whether involving alcohol, substances, gambling, intimacy, or shopping—rarely exist in a vacuum. Rather than viewing addiction as a simple failure of willpower, I view these behaviors as understandable, albeit counterproductive, attempts to find relief, manage high-pressure stress, or avoid underlying pain.
My approach begins with a simple question: What are you attempting to accomplish through this behavior? By understanding the specific emotional, psychological, or physiological function the addiction serves in your life, we can work together to build healthier, sustainable ways to fulfill those needs without compromising your health, relationships, or career.
Client-Centered Autonomy: Abstinence & Harm Reduction
I reject rigid, one-size-fits-all mandates. While some of my clients choose complete abstinence, others prefer to explore controlled use, risk reduction, or moderate management strategies.
My role is not to impose a predetermined goal upon you, but to empower you to continually evaluate the real-world consequences of your choices. Together, we evaluate what is truly serving your well-being, helping you align your actions with the life and relationships you ideally want to build.
Integrative & Evidence-Based Recovery Pathways
Recovery is a personal journey, and no single framework fits every individual. I am adept at integrating a wide spectrum of evidence-based recovery models to fit your personal philosophy and lifestyle:
Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention (MBRP): Cultivating real-time awareness to navigate cravings and break automatic stress responses.
Trauma-Informed Addiction Care: Addressing the root emotional injuries and nervous system dysregulation underlying compulsive habits.
SMART Recovery & Rational Recovery: Utilizing cognitive-behavioral tools and rational self-analysis to build self-efficacy and impulse control.
Harm Reduction & Moderate Management: Practical, strategic approaches designed to minimize harm and restore personal control.
12-Step Support & Mutual-Aid Integration: For clients who find value in 12-step or community support frameworks, I offer informed, comfortable guidance to integrate those steps into our work.
Whether you are seeking to regain control, recalibrate your relationship with a behavior, or enter full recovery, our work offers a confidential, highly supportive environment free from shame or dogma.
26 Years Experience
Online in Barstow, CA
Substance Abuse
Monica M. Huston
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Substance use is often less about the substance itself and more about what it helps manage or avoid. I work with individuals to understand the underlying emotional patterns, stressors, and relational dynamics connected to use. Together, we focus on building awareness, increasing tolerance for difficult internal states, and developing more sustainable ways of coping and relating.
9 Years Experience
Online in Barstow, CA
Addictions therapists in Barstow, CA Statistics
Addictions therapists in Barstow, CA average 17 years of experience and charge around $210 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (69%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (41%), and Psychodynamic Therapy (40%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$210
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
44%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Female |
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| 42% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 62% |
In Person and Online |
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| 38% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 69% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 41% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 40% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 37% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 32% | Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 61% | Senior |
| 57% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 54% | Women |
| 50% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 32% | Christian |
| 29% | Buddhist |