Addiction is a treatable, chronic disease. Genetics, brain chemistry, environmental factors, and life experiences all play a role in the disease, and past trauma is often at the root of many addictions. For many who struggle with addiction, it can be helpful to know that risk factors and levels vary by person, but like any chronic condition, focusing on the cause and the symptoms in treatment offer the best chance for recovery.
Begin Your Search for a Mental Health Professional Who Specializes in Addiction
I hold the strong belief that everyone has the right to be heard with an open mind, regardless of their background or circumstances. I see my role as someone to help you understand yourself, ideally to gain insight and healing. As a clinical social worker, my training has shown me that you, the client, will tell me what you need. Some people need support for a single issue, others need to sort ...
I offer client centered therapy to individuals seeking relief from suffering or assistance overcoming barriers to success. I work with people to address substance abuse issues, manage difficult relationships, cope with traumatic events, and for personal and professional development. I often work with college students with various emotional and academic concerns. Emailing me is the best way to...
Have you lost interest in pleasurable activities? Do you feel anxious, depressed, or stressed? Are you having difficulties with relationships or isolation? I have 22 years of extensive experience working with adolescents, young adults, and adults. I have experience as a case manager, crisis clinician, intensive in-home therapist, and as an individual and group therapist in outpatient settings. ...
We can't choose our genes. But we can make choices which shape how these are expressed. These may lead us to growth and maturity or in the direction of rigidity or relational chaos. Fifty years of experience has shown that I have the ability to create an atmosphere of acceptance and understanding coupled with a growing awareness of how human beings function as individuals, couples or families....
I have over a quarter century of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. My goals in therapy are: to listen with care and compassion, to help people understand the factors causing stress, and to equip people to make lasting changes. I have extensive experience in working with couples and families....
I am a Certified Equine Assisted Therapist and work with children and adults, individuals, couples and families. I work with clients that have struggles with life transitions or just would like to learn healthier ways of thinking and being. Horses are the bridge to making changes quickly and actually assist in rewiring the brain for healthy interactions! I would love to chat with you about how ...
Have you noticed yourself becoming more depressed? Lack of focus on what makes you happy? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who can help you make the changes needed in your life to get where you want to be. We will work together every step of the way to develop a plan to get you there! My approach is down to earth, warm, and supportive. In our therapy sessions, I use a variety of technique...
Hello! Welcome to the private practice of Albert Pignataro, MFT. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist (MFC 53486) practicing in Willow Glen, San Jose. I have over 9 years of experience providing therapy to adults, youth and families in individual therapy, couples counseling, and group therapy. I work with hetero and LGBTQ+ clients, and I normally work with adults and young adults (ages...
I work with individuals, children, families and couples. My areas of specialization include trauma, depression, anxiety, family conflict, social skills, and self-esteem building. My work is driven by the belief that all people deserve a safe, supportive, and empathetic environment to address life's challenges. It is my goal to build a collaborative working relationship with clients where the...
- Couples' Counseling - Are you tired of having the same arguments with your spouse or your partner? Do you feel more like roommates than lovers? What if working on your challenges can bring you closer together? No matter how difficult things are, there could be a way back to love and mutual respect! Most couples get into trouble because they never learned the skills necessary for making the...
My approach to therapy is practical With over 30 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults I focus my energy with clients on the present. I help my clients identify their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors that are creating difficulties for them. I will help you use skills you already have or develop new techniques for managing difficulties in your life. If issues from t...
Life has twists and turns and up and downs. When you find yourself with no more solutions on what to do, We are here to join you in your path to help you find solutions. If you are having issues with anxiety, depression, communication in your relationship with your partner, your kids or your work, reach out to us. We provide psychotherapy to individuals and couples; adolescents and young adults...
We all have issues we deal with on a daily basis, and therapy is about addressing those issues in a positive, effective manner. I provide the highest level of professional care in a warm, inviting, supportive and nonjudgmental environment. I help people of all ages, and work in many different modalities tailoring the treatment to the needs of each patient. I work with individuals, couples and...
If you are feeling overwhelmed and stuck, there is a way forward. Sometimes when we need help the most, it can be the hardest to try something different and reach out. And, yet, somewhere inside of us we know that nothing changes if nothing changes. Connection and support is available. Therapy can be a powerful resource to help you make the changes in life you long for. Life can feel different....
Alchemy: The seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination. Change and transformation are difficult; it takes courage, work, and patience to heal. Using a empathic and person-centered approach I will walk alongside you in your counseling and recovery journey. Are you finding yourself stuck in old habits and using the same coping mechanisms? Are you feeling ashamed and...
