Addictions therapists in Salem, South Carolina SC
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Substance Abuse
Matthew Syzdek
Psychologist, PhD, LP, MBA
If you feel on edge, anxious, irritable, or just can't relax, there is a path forward towards a more fulfilling life. Don't gamble when choosing a therapist. You deserve a psychologist who will adapt the best science to your specific needs and goals. Many therapists themselves are burned out and can't give the best care to their clients. Dr Syzdek built a small boutique practice where he limits the number of clients he treats, so he can give his clients the time, thought, and dedication that they deserve. Dr Syzdek combines compassion with the science of behavior change to help you make the the difficult decisions in life and take action, so you can live a happier life, thrive at work, love your relationships, and have fun again. Dr Syzdek treats anxiety and related conditions typically using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and exposure therapies. These approaches combine mindfulness, acceptance, and cognitive strategies to help you live your life again and find relief from the the struggle.
14 Years Experience
Online in Salem, SC South Carolina
Substance Abuse
Joel Schmidt
Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Qualified Supervisor
When appropriate, I take a harm-reduction approach to alcohol use—focusing on realistic, personalized strategies that meet you where you are. This might include exploring goals beyond strict abstinence, especially if traditional all-or-nothing models haven’t felt like the right fit. The emphasis is on making meaningful changes that support your well-being, not perfection.
14 Years Experience
Online in Salem, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Nour Counseling
Counselor/Therapist
Substance use doesn’t happen in a vacuum—and it’s rarely as simple as “just stop.” For many people, it’s tied to stress, trauma, burnout, identity, and the pressure of navigating environments that don’t always feel safe, affirming, or aligned. Culture plays a role too—whether that’s family expectations, community norms around alcohol or substances, stigma about getting help, or the ways substance use is normalized, hidden, or policed differently across communities.
At Nour Counseling, we don’t stay at the surface. We actively work with you to map out your patterns, understand your triggers, and identify what your substance use is helping you manage or avoid. From there, we build something more sustainable—whether that’s harm reduction, boundaries, alternative coping strategies, or a clearer path toward recovery. We’ll also name and unpack the cultural and systemic factors shaping your experience, so you’re not carrying that context alone. This is collaborative, honest work focused on helping you move toward the kind of relationship with substances—and with yourself—that actually feels aligned.
9 Years Experience
Online in Salem, SC South Carolina (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Center for Authentic Life & Relationship, LLC
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LPC, LMFT, CPCS, CSAT-S, CAADC, EMDR, CSTOP-Candidate
I am certified in Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counseling through the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Certification Board of Georgia. In addition to my clinical counseling experience, I founded a large ASAM Level 3.1 residential treatment program for alcohol and drug addiction, where I also developed the treatment curriculum and clinical program structure. My approach is informed by years of hands-on experience helping individuals understand substance use, build healthier coping strategies, strengthen recovery supports, and work toward lasting change. Whether you are questioning your relationship with alcohol or drugs, seeking recovery, or trying to maintain progress after treatment, I provide informed, compassionate, and practical support tailored to your needs.
30 Years Experience
Online in Salem, SC South Carolina
Substance Abuse
Dr. David Brooks
Psychologist, PhD,ABPP,ABN,EMDR Certified Therapist
After working through PTSD, trauma, anxiety and specific fears, unwanted craving reduction is provided using EMDR therapy. Examples of cravings addressed may include specific foods, drugs, nicotine, pornography, alcohol, etc.
37 Years Experience
Online in Salem, SC South Carolina
Addictions therapists in Salem, South Carolina Statistics
Addictions therapists in Salem, South Carolina average 17 years of experience and charge around $207 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (70%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (42%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (38%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$207
Accept insurance
53%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 48% |
Male |
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| 40% |
Female |
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| 8% |
Non-Binary |
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| 4% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 70% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 38% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 38% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 35% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 60% | Senior |
| 52% | Teen |
| 20% | Children |
Client Focus
| 58% | Men |
| 50% | Women |
| 42% | LGBTQ+ |
| 35% | Military / Veterans |
| 32% | Persons with Disabilities |