Substance Abuse

I am here to connect, listen and not judge you about your substance use. I prioritize taking a non-shaming stance when working with people that are trying to reduce or quit using drugs or alcohol. I integrate an eclectic model of psychotherapy methods and principles to help change your behaviors and attitudes about your use.

I draw upon techniques from motivational interviewing, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), harm reduction, and stress management. I believe it is essential to say that I will not push you in a particular direction. I will help you explore how you would like to live your life in relation to substances.

Uncovering and treating underlying depressive or anxiety disorders is critical to the process of recovery. Learning new strategies for perceiving and coping with life’s daily stressors helps to lessen the negative patterns associated with dysfunctional behaviors. Finding creative and healthful ways to better manage stress is often a life-long benefit of recovery from substance use or self-harming behaviors.