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

If you're navigating addiction recovery in Newnan, Headway connects you with compassionate providers trained in addressing alcohol use disorder, opioid use disorder, and substance misuse through personalized treatment plans. Sessions incorporate proven methods like 12-step facilitation, DBT skills, and mindfulness-based relapse prevention to help you achieve lasting wellness.

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Chartia Byrdsong-Flowers

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Welcome, and thank you for considering me as a partner in your wellness journey! My therapeutic style is warm, gentle, and supportive, while also being direct and accountability focused. I believe meaningful change happens when compassion and honesty work together. In our time together, we will explore what’s getting in the way of your well-being and identify practical, sustainable ways to improve your daily functioning and overall quality of life.

With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I bring a grounded, steady presence to the therapeutic space. I support clients through life transitions, emotional challenges, and periods of feeling stuck, always meeting you where you are while helping you move toward where you want to be. Therapy with me is collaborative, intentional, and centered on your goals, your values, and your lived experience. Together, we’ll work toward clarity, resilience, and growth at a pace that feels both supportive and empowering.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cassidy Ferguson

Cassidy Ferguson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal as a therapist is to help you help yourself and to be fresh eyes for your healing journey through multiple interventions including The Word of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kellie Dix

Kellie Dix

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I hope clients take away a sense of empowerment and the ability to manage their symptoms with possible solutions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Terrill Cooper

Terrill Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Cooper's focus has been on reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues by empowering people to speak openly about their mental health problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimberly Alexander

Kimberly Alexander

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“Sessions will be progressive, individualized, and focused on your goals and the concerns that brought you to this therapeutic environment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jami Wood

Jami Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I'll hold a safe, shame-free space for us where we can explore new ways to address unhelpful patterns, move through uncomfortable feelings, and be kinder to yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shameeka Wiggins

Shameeka Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hello and welcome! I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and human. I work with individuals, couples, and families who may be feeling anxious, overwhelmed, disconnected, stuck in relationship patterns, or unsure how to move forward. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard and understood while also helping you build tools you can use in your everyday life.

My style is warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth. Together, we may work on understanding patterns, managing stress, improving communication, setting healthier boundaries, processing emotions, and strengthening your connection with yourself and others.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Okovie Ulukpo

Okovie Ulukpo

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“As a PMHNP, registered nurse, and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, I believe that prioritizing both physical and mental well-being is essential...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latanya Watts

Latanya Watts

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I can offer you insights into your experiences, advice on how to handle issues, and evidence-based treatment for mental health conditions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ricardo Guzman

Ricardo Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I help you get back to self-love and acceptance. My approach is a combination of psychodynamic, client-centered, humanistic, CBT, and trauma-sensitive theories through a spiritual lens.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mwangi

Carolyn Mwangi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“She has extensive experience gained from working in various mental health settings, including psychiatric hospitals, which assures clients of her expertise.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Shurack

Lindsey Shurack

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should be a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tera Murchinson

Tera Murchinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waycross, GA


“The approaches to counseling that she uses most are person centered and cognitive behavioral approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Latisha Riley

Latisha Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My therapeutic style is collaborative and client-centered, integrating practical tools with deeper emotional insight.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amber Riddick-Gérard

Dr. Amber Riddick-Gérard

Psychologist

Virtual • Georgia


“My goal is to help clients identify goals that will help them increase their self-understanding, emotion regulation, and relational satisfaction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 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 9 insurance carriers
Tony Taylor

Tony Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years of experience providing mental health services across the lifespan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oluwakenke Ben-Asemota

Oluwakenke Ben-Asemota

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“At the heart of my work is the belief that every person deserves compassionate support and a safe space to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nineveh Haysbert

Nineveh Haysbert

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I offer a warm, integrative space where your story can unfold at its own pace, grounded in a collaborative partnership where we openly share insights and ideas.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natoya McMurray

Natoya McMurray

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Sessions are collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, offering a supportive and nonjudgmental space.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mark Oakley

Mark Oakley

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“What I believe in most is providing an attentive, compassionate space where clients can choose what they want from their session.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Sleep disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samurat Oni

Samurat Oni

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe in listening carefully, building trust, and working together with clients to create realistic treatment goals that support emotional wellness and daily functioning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Martin Mcquilkin

Dr. Martin Mcquilkin

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I earned a PhD in Health Psychology and may use alternative approaches proven to be successful for may conditions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Courtney Fortner

Courtney Fortner

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I pride myself on creating a welcoming environment that will create a positive experience for each client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joshua Williams

Joshua Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should feel like a collaborative, supportive space where you can show up exactly as you are—no pressure to have it all figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Millicent Ogoo

Dr. Millicent Ogoo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to providing a patient- centered treatment approach is a healthcare strategy that places the patient's preferences, values, and needs at the forefront of decision-making.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dontay Williams

Dontay Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe therapy should empower clients to reclaim their voice, identify their strengths, and find meaning even in painful experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chandy Page

Chandy Page

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My work increasingly centered on women, particularly those navigating pregnancy, postpartum changes, motherhood, trauma, and major life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalya Thomas

Natalya Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“With 15 years of experience, I'm proficient in the art/science of holistic care, physical assessments, and psychiatric treatment to intervene with vulnerable populations and promote positive mental health across the lifespan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christopher Harris

Dr. Christopher Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I have 20 years of experience in the field of mental health and counseling. I have a PhD in clinical counseling and supervision and a masters in counseling. I use a variety of techniques in order to find what fits for you. I enjoy working with people who feel they are stuck and helping them as they use counseling to find a solution to their issues.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Ayo

Caroline Ayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lawrenceville, GA


I was born and raised in one of Nigeria’s vibrant and bustling cities, where I learned the values of community, resilience, and compassion from an early age. Inspired by a deep desire to make a difference in people’s lives, I pursued my education in health care. This journey has been a blessing and a privilege, allowing me to work in health care and provide care for the people I love and serve.

My family and I have built a home filled with love and laughter. They bring joy and inspiration to my life every day. I'm excited to support my clients in bringing that same love and joy and laughter back into their own lives.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tomias Mathis

Tomias Mathis

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“He believes that meaningful change happens when individuals are given the tools, structure, and support to move forward with confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anna Hurlebaus

Anna Hurlebaus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I take a holistic approach to mental health care, recognizing the deep connection between the mind, body, and spirit.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Andrew McMerty

Andrew McMerty

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“Strive to provide a personable, warm, and welcoming atmosphere - it's not easy talking things out with a relative stranger.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Bridget Simpson

Bridget Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I provide a warm, welcoming, and inviting approach as I utilize motivational-interviewing skills to help the clients get the support they are seeking the therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanah DeSilva

Susanah DeSilva

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I think that clients can expect to take away from the sessions the feeling of being understood, supported, listened to, it is ok to be vulnerable, express feelings, and begin to develop an understanding of the underlying issues of their problems and...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shantelle Harrison

Shantelle Harrison

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is very calming, affirming, straightforward, empathetic, open minded, and solution focused.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Kangas

Chris Kangas

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach to therapy is "Down to Earth," personable and holistic, with an emphasis on empowerment through self-awareness...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lucy Johnson

Lucy Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My focus is on creating a safe, respectful and nonjudgemental environment where clients feel heard, understood and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tracy Cullom

Tracy Cullom

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“If you're feeling stuck—whether in depression, anxiety, painful relationships, or the grip of addiction—you're not broken. You're human.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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