About Us

Services

Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy

Resolve is a specialized outpatient practice focusing on trauma, substance abuse and other mental health issues that are often at the root of emotional dysregulation, self-harm, addiction, and other maladaptive behaviors. It is our belief that, for effective and sustainable resolution, these issues must be treated as a whole. We understand that stabilizing unhealthy behaviors does not resolve mental health and stabilizing mental health does not always resolve unhealthy behaviors. For that reason, it is important that our clinicians are specialists themselves and are able to take a multi-faceted approach to treating these multi-faceted issues. This requires advanced education, training beyond other clinicians, and ongoing personal development work.

With a specialized staff, we're able to offer services based on each individual's needs. Some clients may only need support through education and early intervention, while others are navigating more complex mental health concerns, attachment wounding, Complex PTSD (CPTSD), or chemical dependency. While substance use disorders are a specialty, Resolve's focus does not stop there- we see substance abuse and other addictive behaviors as indicators of deeper emotional struggles: attempts to numb pain or pursue pleasure. That is why we have built a strong foundation in understanding and treating both straightforward and complex mental health issues; particularly unresolved trauma, which is so often the root causes. You do not need to be struggling with substance abuse to benefit from our services.

We focus the first few sessions on getting know each person, their history, and unique needs, to gather a comprehensive understanding that will guide and inform putting together an individualized treatment plan. It is important for us to take into account the whole person- biological, psychological, social, and spiritual. Additionally, we are acutely aware that we are social beings and do not exist in a vacuum, the systems around each person are highly influential and are just as important to include in the treatment process.

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It is our belief that good outcomes are best achieved through skilled clinicians and the right therapeutic fit. This is taken into consideration starting with the first conversation. For more information please contact us.

trauma modalities offered

Affect Regulation Protocol

Curtis Buzanski, Resolve's Founder & Clinical Director, developed ARP by combining leading healing methods for addressing a variety of mental health challenges, such as CPTSD, single-incident trauma, persistent negative beliefs, insecure attachment, and conditions resistant to other treatments. ARP helps clients achieve a regulated state, enabling the brain and body’s natural healing abilities to take effect safely and effectively.

Ketamine Assisted Therapy

Affect Regulation Protocol

Ketamine-Assisted therapy has been shown to be helpful for treatment resistant depression as well as assisting in processing disturbing traumatic material that might otherwise be challenging to access due to dissociation, stubborn defense mechanisms, and deep fear of traumatic processing,

EMDR

Brainspotting

Heavily researched and backed with peer reviewed studies- found to be especially effective for treating traumas, large or small, stemming from adult or childhood. Especially beneficial for combat, first responder trauma, and adult onset trauma.

Brainspotting

Brainspotting is a brain-body technique for healing emotional trauma, anxiety, depression and PTSD. It is based on the premise that where you look correlates with deep seated emotional experiences that are typically unreachable by traditional talk therapy.

staff

Meet Our Clinicians

Curtis Buzanski, LMFT, CCDS: Founder & Clinical Director

Curtis is a Licensed Marriage & Family therapist and Co-Occurring Disorders Specialist whose main focus is working with complex trauma, addiction, and mental health issues. Starting in the addiction field in 1998, after his own recovery journey, he is passionate about the recovery community but also works with a wide range of issues outside of substance abuse. Through his studies and continued growth Curtis has been trained in the top trauma modalities and sought to create an adaptive therapy model, The Affect Regulation Protocol, that can address overt and covert trauma, attachment wounding, negative beliefs, psychosomatic issues, and other treatment resistant mental health struggles. In addition to being the Clinical Director, Curtis provides clinical supervision, lectures, and program consultation to other facilities and programs. In the past he has taught graduate level courses in the Marriage and Family Therapy program at the University of San Francisco, his alma mater.

For an appointment please call 916-201-8553

Nick Burke, Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADCI)/ MFT Student

Nick is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor and currently enrolled in a graduate program to obtain his Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. He has been working in the field of addiction and dual diagnosis disorders since 2019 at every level of treatment. Whether it be residential, outpatient, or sober living, Nick has a proven track record of providing guidance, support, and treatment to those seeking recovery. Nick’s broad range of experience is complimented by his own personal journey of recovery which allows him to bring a unique empathetic and personal approach to his work. Utilizing evidence-based treatments such as Motivational Interviewing, CBT, Mindfulness for Recovery, and having a deep understanding of the challenges individuals and families face, Nick is passionate about helping navigate the tumultuous path of recovery and find hope and strength through it all. Additionally, Nick has been trained in The Affect Regulation Protocol by Resolve's founder Curtis Buzanski. This model allows Nick to provide trauma sensitive care and help work through the deeper issues that are often at the core of substance use and mental health issues.

For an appointment please call 916-201-8553

Leslie, Bow, Associate MFT, Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor (CADCI)

Leslie is a Marriage and Family Therapist Trainee and Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Having started in the substance abuse field in 2015, Leslie brings a depth of experience that comes from working in residential programs, intensive outpatient, and outpatient programs. Leslie's warmth and easy going personality makes it easy to connect while navigating challenging issues. She is passionate about working with individuals, couples, and families struggling with dual diagnosis issues but also enjoys working with children and teens battling mental health struggles unrelated to substance abuse. Leslie takes an individualized approach by drawing on multiple modalities and treatment interventions to meet the specific needs of each person she works with. Additionally, Leslie has been trained in the Affect Regulation Protocol, a powerful trauma modality that can address covert and overt traumas, phobias, negative beliefs, and treatment resistant mental health issues.

For an appointment please call 916-201-8553

Shane Stamas CADCII: Addiction Specialist

Shane has been working in the field of addiction for over a decade starting in 2010 in a variety of settings. Shanes focus is with teens, adults, and families where there are substance use issues. As someone who knows the battle personally, he is able to bring a unique approach that incorporates his lived experience as well as extensive professional experience and education. Having sought higher training in trauma informed care, Shane is passionate about helping people understand how their personal history is intricately woven into their substance use disorders.

Please contact Shane directly at 916-223-2177 or email at shane.stamas@yahoo.com

Erika Hopper: Therapeutic Massage Therapist & Reiki Practioner

Erika Hopper is the founder of Mind Body & Soul Massage Therapy. Since graduating in 2005 Erika has worked passionately and vigorously to incorporate a holistic Mind-Body-Soul approach to healing. Specializing in deep tissue, cupping, pre-natal and certified Levels I, II, and III in Reiki her belief is healing requires multiple approaches and modalities, fitting with Resolve Therapeutic Services perfectly. She customizes each session for the individual needs presenting that day. Reiki and essential oils are incorporated effortlessly into each session to ensure not just the body is in alignment but the mind and soul are as well. Erika is familiar with the specialized trauma modalities and addiction services Resolve provides and is able to work collaboratively with your therapist as an accent to your work with them.

Please contact Erika directly at https://mindbodyandsoulmt.glossgenius.com

Services

Individual, Family, and Couples Therapy

Learn More

trauma modalities offered

Affect Regulation Protocol

Affect Regulation Protocol

Affect Regulation Protocol

Ketamine Assisted Therapy

Affect Regulation Protocol

Affect Regulation Protocol

EMDR

Brainspotting

Brainspotting

Brainspotting

Brainspotting

Brainspotting

staff

Meet Our Clinicians

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