Two specialists. One practice. Complete confidentiality. Dr. Arnold Washton and Dr. Lori Washton bring decades of combined expertise treating adults, adolescents, women, and families.
Clinical Psychologist | Author
A widely known addiction psychologist, researcher, and published book author, Dr. Arnold M. Washton has dedicated his professional career to developing flexible individualized approaches to treating substance use and related mental health problems. He has directed both inpatient and outpatient addiction treatment programs in New York, New Jersey, and Florida. He has served as Clinical Professor of Psychiatry at NYU School of Medicine in the Division of Alcohol and Drug Abuse and as substance abuse advisor to the White House Office of Drug Abuse Policy, the US Food and Drug Administration, special committees of the US Senate and House of Representatives, the NYC Mayor's Office, professional sports teams, the National Institute on Drug Abuse, and the New York State Senate. A prolific writer, he has published over 50 articles in scientific journals and nine books including a self-help book "Willpower's Not Enough" (HarperCollins) and a professional textbook "Treating Alcohol and Drug Problems in Psychotherapy Practice" (Guilford Publications). Dr. Washton is licensed to practice psychology in New York (No. 006178), New Jersey (No. 35S100357400), and Florida (PY-0005912). In addition, he holds national Proficiency Certification in the Diagnosis and Treatment of Alcohol and Drug Abuse from the American Psychological Association and is authorized to practice telepsychology in over 26 states across the U.S. by the PSYPACT Commission of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards.
Dr. Arnold Washton specializes in treating alcohol-related issues across the full spectrum of severity.
From mild to severe AUD, treatment is tailored to the individual's specific pattern and needs.
Specialized expertise in treating successful professionals who maintain careers while struggling with alcohol.
Structured programs for those seeking to reduce drinking rather than quit entirely.
Evidence-based relapse prevention for those committed to complete abstinence from alcohol.
Help for those who may not drink daily but engage in problematic patterns when they do drink.
Integrated treatment for alcohol problems co-occurring with anxiety, depression, or other mental health concerns.
Clinical Psychologist | Adolescent & Women's Treatment Specialist
Dr. Loraine J. Washton is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of substance use and a variety of other mental health problems. Over the past 25 years, she has worked in a wide variety of treatment settings, including outpatient mental health clinics, psychiatric hospitals, substance abuse treatment facilities, specialized programs for treating women suffering from a combination of trauma and addiction, and private office-based practice.
Dr. Washton's therapeutic approach incorporates cognitive-behavioral, stress management, emotional regulation, and psychodynamic techniques. Her practice encompasses the treatment of mood, anxiety, substance use, obsessive compulsive, post-traumatic stress, and personality disorders, as well relationship and self-esteem issues. She maintains a special interest in treating adolescents and young adults who remain stuck in their personal, academic, and/or vocational development by a combination of substance use and possibly other mental health concerns compounded by family discord and conflicts that often accompany these types of problems.
Dr. Washton is skilled at engaging reluctant adolescents and adults in a respectful, productive dialogue that helps them sort out what they truly want and then develop a plan to help them work toward realistic self-selected goals. Dr. Washton also maintains a strong interest in women's mental health issues and, accordingly, a portion of her practice is devoted to providing individual psychotherapy for women. Dr. Washton is licensed to practice psychology in both New Jersey (Lic No. 35S100517300) and New York (081390) and she is authorized to practice telepsychology in over 26 states across the U.S. by the PSYPACT Commission of the Association of State and Provincial Psychology Boards.
Alcohol, substance use, and mental health treatment tailored to the unique biological, psychological, and social factors affecting women.
Specialized treatment for ages 13-25 navigating substance use, anxiety, depression, and the pressures of academic achievement.
Parents and family members are essential partners in the treatment process. Supportive counseling for the whole family.
Integrated treatment for substance use co-occurring with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health conditions.
Meeting people where they are. Any movement toward health is progress — we don't wait for "rock bottom."
Guidance for parents concerned about their child's substance use, even before the young person is ready for treatment.
Treatment decisions are based on research and clinical evidence, not rigid ideological positions. What works matters more than what's traditional.
You determine whether moderation or abstinence is right for you. Treatment supports your goals, not someone else's agenda.
Your confidentiality is paramount. HIPAA-compliant practices ensure your treatment remains private and your reputation protected.
Dr. Washton was one of the first clinicians in the United States to offer moderation management as a legitimate treatment option for alcohol problems. While the traditional addiction treatment field insisted on abstinence as the only acceptable goal, Dr. Washton recognized that many people with alcohol problems could learn to moderate their drinking successfully.
This evidence-based approach has since gained widespread acceptance and is now offered by treatment providers across the country. Dr. Washton's decades of experience with moderation management provide invaluable expertise for those considering this option.
Not everyone is a candidate for moderation. Dr. Washton conducts thorough assessments to help determine which approach is most likely to succeed for each individual. If moderation isn't working, the transition to abstinence-based treatment is always available.
Dr. Washton is a prolific author whose work has shaped addiction treatment practices nationwide.
A groundbreaking book helping readers understand addiction beyond simple willpower, with practical strategies for recovery.
A comprehensive textbook used to train therapists nationwide in evidence-based addiction treatment approaches. Second edition.
A practical guide to treatment, recovery, and relapse prevention for cocaine and methamphetamine addiction. Co-authored with Joan E. Zweben, W.W. Norton & Co.
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