Addictions Therapists in Maryland

Addictions or Substance Abuse

Kisha Winston-Watkins

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C, MBA

Stigma often serves as a significant barrier that prevents individuals facing substance use challenges from seeking support. Many fear judgment, rejection, and misunderstanding. By using a harm reduction approach, I provide a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where individuals can receive the support they deserve. Addiction develops over time, and similarly, the path to sobriety and recovery requires patience and persistence. My mission is to offer guidance and encouragement as you navigate this transformative journey.

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22 Years Experience

Online in Maryland (Online Only)

Addictions or Substance Abuse

Dr. Patricia Webbink

Psychologist, MA and PhD in Clinical Psychology

For many years, I have offered Substance Abuse and Addiction program for individuals, couples & groups. The root of addiction often lies in dysfunctional family experiences in childhood. Whatever form an addiction takes-- whether overeating, gambling drug or alcohol abuse, cigarette smoking, video-game or pornography or sex addiction, the addictive cycle often numbs feelings or serves as an attempt to fill an inner emptiness. I use various effective methods to help clients stop or decrease addiction and replace it with more functional ways of dealing with needs and feelings. I have developed a safe and effective approach using guided imagery, movement, and music leading to a therapeutic, altered state of consciousness, that can serve as a substitute for the high that one gets with drugs. Adolescents as well as adults learn to say no to drinking, smoking, over-eating and drugs through my programs. They learn to recognize how they are putting their education, health, family ties, and social life at risk. Often they are “self-medicating” their depression or anxiety with addiction, and they find far better ways of dealing with these problems. My colleagues and I also facilitate family and friend interventions for drug and alcohol abuse. Over many years, I have worked with Adult Children of Alcoholics (ACOAs) including presenting my work with ACOAs at a meeting for psychologists at the Maryland Psychological Association. Many ACOAs become alcoholics themselves or become involved in relationships with alcoholics or substance abusers. They are at risk for other dysfunctional or even abusive relationships. I see many clients for Stopping Smoking and present successful Smoking Cessation programs to organizations and law firms. I have also presented seminars at the Maryland, DC and Virginia Lung Associations on Breathing and Smoking Cessation. I attend many seminars on Eating Disorders to stay up to date on the latest developments in the field. I have produced CD’s and Tapes (available on Bandcamp) to assist Weight Loss and Smoking cessation. I have also presented a radio program and led workshops on Mindful Eating. I regularly offer free zoom seminars, that can help individuals deal with Substance Abuse and weight loss. Please feel free to call for the latest schedule or for a consultation: 301-229-8000

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56 Years Experience

In-Person in Bethesda, MD 20816

Online in Maryland

Addictions or Substance Abuse

Dena Leibowitz

Counselor/Therapist, MS, LCADC, CHT, 500 RYT

Get to the root of the problem. Learn how to manage cravings and desires. Learn sustainable ways to feel satisfied, safe and secure.

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36 Years Experience

In-Person in Pikesville, MD

Online in Maryland

Addictions or Substance Abuse

Stacey Hellman

Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-C

I can treat any addictive behavior with the same approach, including gambling, sex addiction, video gaming, drugs/alcohol, other non-suicidal self-harm like cutting, and eating disorder behavior. My view of addictions and treatment approach are different than that of other therapists. Rather than label certain behaviors as "problems" or "bad" or "wrong", I reframe them as coping strategies that unfortunately have caused problems in one or more areas of life. The behavior itself isn't the problem; there are underlying issues that need to be addressed such as unresolved trauma, grief/loss, social isolation, lack of tools to handle intense emotions, low self-worth, and/or lack of meaningful spiritual connection. Once clients access self-compassion and stop judging themselves for engaging in behaviors, they are able to appreciate the fact that they are just trying to cope with the challenges of life as best they can. When we can let go of the shame and stigma attached to addiction, it's much easier to be open to making healthy changes and developing alternative behaviors that actually help and don't cause more harm. Together we will decode and uncover what the underlying issues are that need to be addressed in order to be able to let go of the addictive behavior. I try to focus on what the behavior is communicating and what need the client is trying to meet by engaging in the behavior.

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24 Years Experience

In-Person in Ellicott City, MD 21043

Online in Maryland

Addictions or Substance Abuse

Leslie Stanbury

Counselor/Therapist, L.C.P.C., CAC-AD

I believe that it requires courage to reach out and ask for help with personal problems. Our world today can be very hectic and we can all benefit from taking the opportunity to examine our lives in a safe environment.Therapy provides the opportunity

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35 Years Experience

In-Person in Riva, MD 21140

Addictions therapists in Maryland

Kisha Winston-Watkins

Dr. Patricia Webbink

Dena Leibowitz

Stacey Hellman

Leslie Stanbury

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