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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Augusta, GA

In Augusta, Headway supports individuals navigating substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, and behavioral addictions through compassionate providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART recovery, and DBT skills. With free intake consultations and providers available within days, recovery support is accessible and affordable.

Dr. Martin Johnson

Dr. Martin Johnson

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Johnson has been practicing as a child psychiatrist since 2002. After completing his residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt and his fellowship at Emory university, Dr. Johnson has worked in a variety of settings including...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. J Michele McCook

Dr. J Michele McCook

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I will work closely with each client to understand the unique challenges they face, and will provide evidence-based treatments with compassion and care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalia Kuzmina

Natalia Kuzmina

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Welcome! My name is Dr. Natalia Kuzmina, PhD. I hold a LMFT/LCMFT license in the states of Florida, Georgia, and Kansas. I earned my PhD. in Couple and Family Therapy from Kansas State University and my Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Valdosta State University.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cheran Bodry

Cheran Bodry

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Athens, GA


“Cheran's approach to therapy is warm and holistic, looking at life design and how we can work together to move towards healing, cohesion, and joy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Grace Fomunung

Grace Fomunung

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lilburn, GA


“I have acquired extensive valuable training that enables me to see rapid Medication Management results...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jamie Brown

Jamie Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bremen, GA


I have over 20 years of experience serving others in some capacity. I am caring, understanding, and dedicated to help you make positive progress in your personal and professional live. I believe who you are makes a difference and you matter.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Arlene Garcia

Arlene Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to therapy is to provide a safe space for people to share, process, and build insight about the issues they experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Asata Kamara

Dr. Asata Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Stone Mountain, GA


“I am a doctoring prepared nurse practitioner with a specialization in Adult geriatrics and psychiatrist nurse practitioner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monte Drenner

Monte Drenner

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I have 30 years of experience of helping those with those who have mental health, addictions and relationship problems. I am honored to help all who seek help with any of these issues. I help clients find solutions in a safe and non-judgmental place.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“My therapeutic style is approachable, humorous, and open-minded, tailored to meet individual client needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Bone

Jessica Bone

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is collaborative, and I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest and open.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brooke Rieck

Brooke Rieck

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, and life transitions that may feel overwhelming or destabilizing. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can slow down, gain clarity, and better understand patterns that may be keeping you stuck.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tevita Brown

Tevita Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I’m a licensed clinical social worker with a diverse background from working with military, children and family’s, substance abuse, mental health and other populations. I graduated with my masters degree in 2016 from the University of Southern Mississippi located in Longbeach Mississippi after my military service. I like for anyone that I and providing services a service to feel safe and open.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brett Newton

Brett Newton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brunswick, GA


“Client will leave sessions feeling heard, understood, and with unique insights and strategies to address their treatment plan goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priscilla Maxwell

Priscilla Maxwell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fayetteville, GA


“My approach is centered on creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where you can feel safe to explore and address your challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Nicole Stallworth

Nicole Stallworth

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I am a certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping clients navigate with empathy and expertise.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amy Greene

Amy Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgemental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Banerjee

Elizabeth Banerjee

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I use a person-centered and trauma informed approach, typically using CBT or DBT based interventions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Diane Holliman

Dr. Diane Holliman

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and person-centered. I do draw from a background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Idorenyin Nsentip

Idorenyin Nsentip

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should feel like a partnership. Together, we'll explore what's been weighing on you, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you feel more grounded and confident.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lucia Adebesin

Lucia Adebesin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe that effective mental health care begins with listening and creating a safe, supportive environment where individuals feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melanie Richmond

Melanie Richmond

Therapist

Virtual • Lawrenceville, GA


“I earned a Master of Arts in Community Counseling and have experience working with individuals, couples, families, crisis management, impulse control, substance abuse and conflict resolution.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Cordele, GA


“I specialize in creating a safe and non-judgmental space to facilitate personal change, insight, and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Angelique Lawson, Dnp, Aprn,Pmhnp-Bc

Dr. Angelique Lawson, Dnp, Aprn,Pmhnp-Bc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I approach my work with a personable and down-to-earth style, aiming to create a warm and supportive space for you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. TyQuitta Perrier

Dr. TyQuitta Perrier

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“We aim to meet clients where they are, and to collaboratively work together towards treatment goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
T. Cher Randall

T. Cher Randall

Therapist

Virtual • Kennesaw, GA


“Together, we slow things down. We work to understand what's driving the pain, identify what you truly need, and develop practical skills to move forward with confidence and clarity.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Terri Duda

Terri Duda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Scottdale, GA


“My journey has taken me through two careers, each shaped by my own lived experiences with relational trauma, perfectionism, and the relentless pursuit of achievement to feel "good enough."”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tamika Grimes

Tamika Grimes

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is grounded in empathy, professionalism, and a deep belief in every person's capacity for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Letoria Bell

Letoria Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to provide compassionate, culturally responsive, and high-quality care that meets clients where they are while helping them build the tools they need to move forward with confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lacy Fields

Lacy Fields

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I specialize in helping individuals unravel survival patterns, heal from burnout, and build lives rooted in emotional wealth, confidence, and purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Janelle Prescott

Janelle Prescott

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Certified Addictions Professional with over 20 years of experience in both military and civilian settings.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Paula Okoro

Paula Okoro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cumming, GA


“I specialize in addiction recovery, from all mind and mood-altering substances as well as behavioral disorders including gambling, over-eating, over-working, and codependency.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brooke Widder

Brooke Widder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Roswell, GA


I believe my job as a therapist is to help tap into your most authentic self, and walk alongside you with whatever struggles there may be. My approach to therapy is direct, with the use of humor, analogies, and metaphors; I try to bring every thing together to help make sense in a world that can be confusing. Together we can tackle whatever difficult situation may be occurring in your life and get to the other side.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Alessandroni

Mark Alessandroni

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I have been in the Mental Health field for over 35 years and Have wide knowledge and experience. I won't say I've seen it all because I firmly believe in the uniqueness of each individual.I have a B.A. in English from St Joseph's university in Philadelphia and a Masters degree in Social Work from Atlanta University.Probably my favorite things to do is Couples therapy. I am a certified IMAGO relationship therapist and believe that more than anything else it is the state of our relationships that determine our overall happiness or despair.I am in the process of being certified in TEAM CBT Which is a very effective therapy especially for Depression and Anxiety.I have a particular interest and experience treating adult ADHD

and also have certification as a Professional

Coach.I have been involved in Christian ministry and I'm a good choice for some one who would like a therapist who has a Christian worldd view but does clinical therapy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vivian Akabueze

Vivian Akabueze

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I focus on my patient's history, strengths, values, and beliefs to guide them live the life they hope to through active listening and adapting to their level of understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nona Ghazban

Nona Ghazban

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Roswell, GA


“I strongly believe that effective therapy is a two way street. It takes a cooperative effort by both the person receiving therapy and the therapist.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Colin Freeland

Colin Freeland

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Decatur, GA


“I believe you already have the strengths you need to face your concerns - my job is to help you uncover, reconnect, and put them to use.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcia Warmkessel

Marcia Warmkessel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Winterville, GA


“I strive in each session to provide you with a take-away; that is a specific tool in managing thoughts and increasing your self-awareness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Brenda Edwards

Dr. Brenda Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“With specialized training in addictions, I understand the complexities of substance use and co-occurring mental health challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Liz Gallaspy

Liz Gallaspy

Therapist

Virtual • Union City, GA


“My goal is to create a nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Augusta, GA

Finding addiction therapists in Augusta starts with looking for care that matches your specific needs. Addiction care can support people with substance use, alcohol use, compulsive behaviors, cravings, relapse concerns, or changes in relationships and daily routines. As you compare Augusta therapists, look for training in approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, or harm reduction-informed care. Some people may also work with a prescriber as part of their care team, so it can help to choose a therapist who can coordinate care when needed.

Augusta has a range of counseling options, from local offices near downtown and medical areas to virtual appointments across Georgia. Virtual care can expand your options if local availability, transportation, or scheduling makes in-person counseling harder to fit into your week. As you narrow your search, review whether each therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. Therapist bios can also show how they describe recovery support, communication style, and experience with non-judgmental care.

Therapy in Augusta can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway helps you find addiction therapists in Augusta who match your preferences, offer virtual or in-person appointments, and accept a wide range of insurance plans. You can review therapist profiles, see estimated costs after adding your insurance, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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