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
**Currently accepting new patients for online appointments!!** ONLINE SCHEDULING (available through practice website: www.coastallightcounseling.com) Specializing in life transitions, family conflict, and personal identity; I enjoy working with adolescents and adults. My passion is helping individuals challenge negative thoughts and create new, positive, self-loving thoughts and behaviors. Copi...
Life is messy. That’s the motto I adopted a few years ago to remind myself that there is no such thing as perfect and rarely does everything go according to plan. My journey has taken me through a variety of messes…divorce, single parenting, job changes, remarriage and the blending of families, just to name a few. Although this isn’t the path that I planned to take, I am thankful for each step...
My name is Dr. Barry Ladis and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Qualified Supervisor, and a Master Level Addiction Professional (MCAP) who has been practicing in the Miami area for approximately 9 years. My specialties include the assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. I work with a variety of presenting problems, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD, parentin...
( English | español ) I am a bilingual (Spanish-English) profesional with 20 years plus of experience in the mental health and addictions field. I am dedicated to working with individuals and couples to help them to develop skills to change negative behavior, allowing them to live a healthy and productive life. All that we have experienced in our lives can make us grow or feel stuck, leading us...
Are you active duty military, a Veteran, law enforcement officer, first responder or family member, intimate partner, caregiver, or friend of one? Do you have difficulties overcoming anxiety, depression, stress, or traumatic events? Does abuse, addiction, anger, or violence exist in your relationship? I also assist children and adolescents that have Behavioral/Intellectual/Mental issues or may ...
Have you ever thought, I’ll feel better when (fill in the blank) happens. However, every time you think about it the (fill in the blank) never seems to come or has come but you still feel unsettled. Moving through transitions can seem uncomfortable or chaotic at times but so can seeing a therapist. I’ll help you walk through the journey of your transition or current issue usually while wearing ...
**I am at max capacity and unable to accept new clients at this time. Feel free to check back in regarding availability.** Welcome! I'm so glad you're here. Guess what? I’ve been here before, too! Years ago I searched this website for a therapist to help guide and support me through the stressors I was experiencing. Whatever it is you may be going through- you are here now, and here is where yo...
Hello! I am a licensed social worker, trained and experienced in doing individual and family counseling. Since beginning my career, I have worked as a domestic violence counselor, worked with adolescents who struggle with negative behaviors, worked with individuals who suffer from substance use and mental health concerns, and have been trained to assist individuals with working through past tru...
As a mental health therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential, and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that...
Ever since childhood, I have been inspired by the depth and breadth of the human experience. I have a passion for learning the internal and external workings of individuals, groups and systems across varied cultural backgrounds. Along with constant learning, I seek to support people in being heard, understood and empowered. It is these core values that led me toward a bachelor’s degree in langu...
Each one of us cannot escape LOSS or CHANGE. Throughout our lives we experience moments that bring us joy, as well as those that test our strength. You need an emotionally safe environment to allow yourself to see different perspectives, to remember your strengths and to change negative thoughts/feelings. I use my "down to Earth" approach and sense of humor to help you feel comfortable in...
Welcome to the next chapter of your journey to better. My approach to counseling is client driven, individualized and solution focused. Therapy is designed to help each person develop an awareness of the current challenge and work towards alternate ways to manage life. My approach to counseling and therapy uses empathetic listening, motivational interviewing, and challenging unproductive though...
I believe counseling is a medium from which clients can work towards actualizing their best self. This starts by gaining a good understanding of early relational experiences and how those foundational beliefs about oneself and others influence current functioning. I work collaboratively with clients to determine what feels important to explore and ways in which they want to feel better. My...
I enjoy working with individuals, couples, and families. It is my firm belief that individuals are best served when their family environment/system is functioning optimally. It is my goal to help those I serve achieve a deep sense of hope, purpose, and positive self-regard so they can live their best lives possible as they desire. During this challenging time in our community, I offer safe, sec...
Mel Baum LPC practiced at Comprehensive Psychiatric Associates From 2006 until opening Cognitive Concepts in 2018. Before that he was Director of Partial Hospital Program at Two Rivers Psychiatric Hospital and at worked with adolescents and their families at Preferred Family Healthcare. He treats patients from age 10 to adult with anxiety, ocd, depression, bipolar, adhd, relationship problems,...
