Addiction Counselor
Lauren Stevenson, Psy.D.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist
In 91108 - Nearby to Paramount.
I strongly believe that the first step in overcoming an addiction is to feel supported in a safe and comforting therapeutic environment. Without trust, it is nearly impossible to address the issues, including shame, that so often accompany substance abuse. My approach is to help my clients learn to identify the thoughts and beliefs (often negative thoughts about themselves and their lives) that lead them to turn to drugs or alcohol. Treatment helps the client unlearn old patterns of behavior and to learn new ways of coping with situations and thoughts that may have led them to use substances in the past.
Paramount is located in Los Angeles County, California. It has a land area of 4.72 square miles and a water area of 0.11 square miles. The population of Paramount is 55,412 people with 13,844 households and a median annual income of $45,792. .
Therapy Affordability Meter for Paramount, CA
Some budgeting needed
While counseling can certainly be an expense for individuals and families in Paramount, with proper budgeting, it is entirely do-able and the risk/reward is worth it. For some families, it may be difficult to sustain a commitment to therapy without proper insurance coverage. If this is you, ask your therapist about low cost options as practitoners in and around Paramount may have flexibility or sliding scales. Low cost counseling and affordable therapy are also sometimes offered by listed city and university level clinics, check with your local Paramount public health department.