Addictions therapists in Placerville, CA
Browse Addictions therapists in Placerville, California. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Relationship Therapy Center - serving individuals and couples in CA online and in the Sacramento area
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, Certified Gottman Therapist
If you need help with any substance use whether individually or as a couple, we have therapists who specialize. They can help you walk through this process and help with the relationships that you have while using and after recovery.
12 Years Experience
In-Person Near Placerville, CA
Online in Placerville, CA
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
In-Person Near Placerville, CA
Online in Placerville, CA
Kathi Magnussen
Psychologist, Ph.D, Psy.D
When a patient no longer feels in control of their alcohol or drug use, in spite of destructive outcomes, I offer help and guidance to help them overcome their addiction.
37 Years Experience
Online in Placerville, CA
Dr. Lynne Logan
Marriage and Family Therapist, Ph.D., Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Addiction problems play havoc in families, relationships and one's health. Often, depression, anxiety and PTSD are underlying problems in addiction. No one wakes up one morning saying to themselves, "I want to become an addict." Most addicted people would turn back the clock if they could. But there is hope. One day at a time, a person can change their life for the better -- and forever. I worked in the Addiction Medicine Dept at Kaiser and did a residency at Betty Ford.
41 Years Experience
Online in Placerville, CA
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 Placerville, CA (Online Only)
Addictions therapists in Placerville, CA Statistics
Addictions therapists in Placerville, 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 |