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Addictions therapists in Los Angeles, CA

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Addictions or Substance Abuse

Empowered Wellbeing, Trauma/Complex Trauma (CPTSD), Dissociation and Addiction Recovery Care

Life Coach, view my credentials online at: www.recoveringfromwithin.com/credentialslongform
If it is likely trauma based, we integrate TIST, IFS, DBR, NVC, Polyvagal and Attachment Theory, Brainspotting, Havening, SSP, ... within the context of supporting parts enacting eating disorders, sex and intimacy disorders, substance or process addictions, or/and other compulsive and withdrawal type behaviors. We offer collaborative support for folks in 12 and 16 Step Programs and other peer groups. We may integrate a functional and/or integrative health approach for deficiencies or genetic adaptations that may be at the root. If it is moral injury, privilege ennui and/or control based, we would also address that along with the coping behavior. Please feel free to ask if you have other questions.  
15 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Julie Anderson, psychologist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Julie Anderson

Psychologist, Ph.D.
Alcohol and drug abuse treatment with an intimate knowledge of twelve step programs and intensive outpatient and in patient treatment centers.  
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90048
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California therapist: Laura Anderson LPCC, Eff Shame Therapy, licensed professional counselor
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Laura Anderson LPCC, Eff Shame Therapy

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
have extensive experience and am happy to support those struggling with substance abuse and other behavioral addictions. I work from a harm reduction, client-centered approach using CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing and trauma-focused recovery methodology. Please be aware that while I support those for whom the beliefs may work for, I do not work from a twelve step based perspective on 'addiction.' I work with people struggling with a variety of issues--not 'addicts.' We are each so much more than that! Moreover, shame does not heal.  
12 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Dr. Maxwell Rappoport, psychologist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Dr. Maxwell Rappoport

Psychologist, Ph.D.
I help clients struggling with addiction or problematic substance use by combining evidence-based treatments such as Motivational Interviewing (MI), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Relapse Prevention strategies. My approach emphasizes understanding triggers, strengthening coping skills, and building sustainable recovery plans tailored to your life.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
San Francisco, California therapist: Michael Myette Therapy, licensed clinical social worker
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Michael Myette Therapy

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
I specialize in Addiction and Substance Abuse  
19 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Grass Valley, California therapist: Jessi Blank, licensed professional counselor
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Jessi Blank

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
In developing my experience as a therapist, I have worked directly with addictions (SUD, AUD) in a detox program where I incorporated styles of CBT and MI to help clients assess their readiness for change while also providing them with useful tools to achieve and also maintain sobriety.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Nashville, Tennessee therapist: Emily St. Amant, licensed professional counselor
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Emily St. Amant

Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MHSP-S (TN), LPCC (CA)
I worked in substance use treatment for almost five years, and am well-versed in recovery and harm reduction.  
18 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
San Diego, California therapist: Dr. Jen Bachtold, psychologist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Dr. Jen Bachtold

Psychologist, Ph.D., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-II (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Specialist in Anger Management
I am a CADC-II (Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor) with over 17 years of professional experience in addiction and recovery and have worked in detox, residential, outpatient, jail, and private practice settings. As a licensed psychologist with extensive experience in addiction and substance abuse treatment. I am dedicated to helping individuals overcome addiction and achieve lasting recovery. My approach is evidence-based, empathetic, supportive, and will evaluate level of motivation to live a healthy lifestyle or reduce substance use to desired levels.  
11 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Beverly Hills, California therapist: Samer Fawaz, marriage and family therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Samer Fawaz

Marriage and Family Therapist, M.A., LMFT #149147
As someone who has struggled with addiction, I deeply understand the feeling of needing to use or abuse substances in order to survive in this world. The shame we feel when we are in the quicksand of addiction stunts our growth and keeps us in the same place. The fact is, addiction tricks us into thinking we are mitigating pain when in reality it is producting more trauma within us. My goal is to create a safe environment for you to express all your feelings about your addiction with no shame or judgment so you can feel motivated to make change.  
6 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90039
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Arcadia, California therapist: G. Roman Gupta, LCSW, therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

G. Roman Gupta, LCSW

Therapist, LCSW
I have been practicing for almost 20 years and I have a strength-based, trauma-informed, culturally aware, LGBTQ+ affirmative, sex positive, kink positive, poly affirming, feminist perspective. I have trained and practiced in a variety of treatment methods that offer us a variety of ways to meet your goals whether as an individual, couple, or family.  
18 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90068
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California therapist: Heidi Hartston, psychologist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Heidi Hartston

Psychologist, PhD
I have many years of experience in treating addictions, and frequently co-occurring issues including relationship distress, family conflict, anxiety and depression, job stress and burnout, past trauma, grief and life transitions. Addictions are very difficult to overcome on your own. I can help you successfully manage addictions to alcohol and substance use, and also non-substance related behavioral-addictions including screen addiction, gaming, shopping addiction and emotional eating. Watch my talk on shopping addiction, from a training for treatment providers at the Alta Mira recovery program here: https://youtu.be/eyPcHartGvU?si=3DX_HMl1bMPWl1wJ I work online with adult individuals, older teens, or couples. And I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques that are most effective in freeing you from sabotaging habits, old patterns and helping you to reclaim the balanced, happy life you deserve.  
35 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Los Angeles, California therapist: Private Virtual Sessions with Tommy are Easy, Convenient & Effective * both Phone & Online Sessions available * 10am to 10pm / Mon-Sun, counselor/therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Private Virtual Sessions with Tommy are Easy, Convenient & Effective * both Phone & Online Sessions available * 10am to 10pm / Mon-Sun

Counselor/Therapist, IHP, RC, SC
Tommy has effectively helped 100s' of clients successfully break free of substance abuse, alcohol abuse, addictions, gambling & other destructive behaviors. Usually... when no one else can. Tommy specializes in working with Professionals & Young Adults. Check out Tommy's complete Bio to see if His Life experiences are the right fit for Your needs... https://tommy144.com/client-experiences/ or https://privaterecoverycoach.com/client-experiences/  
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California therapist: Alexis Cabrera, licensed professional counselor
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Alexis Cabrera

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
Experienced with all substances- from heroin to debt to exercise to "California sober"  
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90028
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Phoenix, Arizona therapist: Josh Dolin: Life Coach | Purpose Pathfinder, life coach
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Josh Dolin: Life Coach | Purpose Pathfinder

Life Coach
Struggling with addiction can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to face it alone. I offer compassionate, supportive coaching to help you understand the root causes of your substance use and develop healthier coping strategies. Together, we’ll create a personalized plan to guide you toward breaking free from addiction and building a balanced, purpose-driven life. With practical tools and encouragement, I’ll support you on the path to long-term recovery. Start your journey by scheduling a complimentary 15-minute consultation, where we’ll discuss how coaching can help you achieve lasting change.  
9 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
San Diego, California therapist: Douglairian psychology apc, marriage and family therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Douglairian psychology apc

Marriage and Family Therapist, Lmft
Having worked for many years as an alcohol and addiction counselor, I understand the challenges of overcoming addiction. I am dedicated to helping individuals find the tools necessary to manage and overcome this disease.  
5 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Beverly Hills, California therapist: Carl H. Shubs, therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Carl H. Shubs

Therapist, Ph.D.
CREATE THE LIFE YOU WANT. Things not working the way you'd like? Find out why and change it. Anxiety, depression, trauma, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, addictions (substances or behaviors)? These are some of the areas where I can help. YOU SET THE COURSE, AND I'LL HELP YOU GET THERE.  
41 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA
San Diego, California therapist: Sean Sprigle, licensed professional counselor
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Sean Sprigle

Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
In my own journey of recovery i discovered that my own previous misuse of substances was just an overactive coping skill which was functioning to cover up my trauma and attachment disruption. I have found a way to treat these issues via individual therapy leading to successful recovery from the overuse of substances.  
9 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90026
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles, California therapist: Jonathan Kruger Therapy, marriage and family therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Jonathan Kruger Therapy

Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Addiction of any nature is a profoundly challenging constellation of behaviors to understand, address, and ultimately replace with healthier choices. Addiction is further complicated by the strong likelihood that co-occurring conditions will accompany the addictive behavior: anxiety, depression, and other mental health challenges often go hand in hand with compulsive behavior. As a result, grasping the full breadth of the patient’s behavior and background is vital to treatment, but that is just one piece of a holistic approach. Fundamentally, addiction treatment must address the fact that at the heart of compulsive behavior lies a sense of self. The truth is, at some level we are all wounded or, indeed, fractured. The challenge for those suffering addictive behaviors is that the wounds are so profound that the only way to find relief is to engage in maladaptive behaviors. In fact, the truly nefarious aspect of addiction is that while it is rooted in a fractured sense of self, the addictive behavior itself blocks the patient’s ability to empower and re-structure their internal narrative. Addiction is not only the crutch that soothes the fractured self, it is also the barrier that prevents a new self-empowerment to emerge. This creates a vicious cycle, and the common emotional aspects of addiction then dominate the addict’s self-narrative: guilt, shame, hopelessness and despair. The essence of overcoming addiction, and the core of my treatment philosophy, is the desire and ultimately the decision to live your life in a new and different way. This decision is extraordinarily difficult and requires a comprehensive set of tools to sustain it over a lifetime. The good news is that the scientific underpinning of addiction treatment is making extraordinary progress. My practice for addiction seeks to understand and suggest new therapeutic options, and to pair those with a deep exploration to the source of your maladaptive behaviors and the experiences that fractured your original sense of self. My goal is to create a safe, trusting and healing environment to explore these core issues and to re-create a new self-narrative, replacing addictive behaviors with new coping mechanisms and actions. Ultimately, my goal is to re-assemble the fractured self, leading to a newly empowered individual with the skillset to begin a completely new, nourishing, and rewarding life.  
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90046
Online in Los Angeles, CA
San Francisco, California therapist: Eric Olsen, life coach
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Eric Olsen

Life Coach, PTSD, Trauma Triage, BSc Social Sciences, DoD Career Councilor, SARC, DAPA, Pre Licensed Human Intelligence / Psychology, Life Coach. | Professional Support: LSSBB, PgM, Bluestone PMP,
I work to understand your roots cause addiction and substance abuse behaviors and get you the help needed for recovery.  
17 Years Experience
Online in Los Angeles, CA (Online Only)
Claremont, California therapist: Don ( "Dr Don" ) Etkes, marriage and family therapist
Addictions or Substance Abuse

Don ( "Dr Don" ) Etkes

Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., MFT
I helped many people to cope with various types of addictions: Alcoholism, sex addiction, drugs and many others.  
39 Years Experience
In-Person in Los Angeles, CA 90024
Online in Los Angeles, CA
Los Angeles has one of the highest concentrations of therapists in the United States, with a culture that broadly embraces personal growth, self-development, and long-term therapeutic work. The entertainment industry generates distinct demand for therapists who understand performance anxiety, identity, the psychological pressures of creative careers, and the particular challenges of fame and public scrutiny. LA's extraordinary diversity means therapists fluent in Spanish, Korean, Mandarin, Farsi, Armenian, and Tagalog are all abundant, making culturally matched care particularly accessible. Cedars-Sinai Medical Center and the UCLA Health system anchor institutional mental health services across the Los Angeles basin.

Addictions therapists in Los Angeles, California Statistics

Addictions therapists in Los Angeles, California average 18 years of experience and charge around $203 per session. 95% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Psychodynamic Therapy (42%), and Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (38%).

Average years in practice

18 Years Experience

Average cost per session

$203

Accept insurance

33%

Offer sliding scale

44%

Gender ID

54% Female
42% Male
2% Gender Fluid
2% Non-Binary

Session Type

60% In Person and Online
35% Online Only
5% In Person Only

Top Treatment Approaches

67% Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
42% Psychodynamic Therapy
38% Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian)
32% Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
32% Family Systems Therapy
31% Existential / Humanistic Therapy
30% Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)

Ages Served

96% Adult
65% Senior
53% Young Adult
53% Teen
24% Children

Client Focus

53% Women
51% Men
44% LGBTQ+
32% Christian
28% Hispanic / Latino