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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Topeka, KS

Managing addiction requires personalized care, and Topeka's Headway network provides access to providers specializing in harm reduction, relapse prevention, and dual diagnosis treatment. From nicotine dependence to opioid use disorder, our providers use proven modalities including SMART Recovery and acceptance-based approaches to help you build lasting sobriety.

Aaron Pendergrass

Aaron Pendergrass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Lawrence, KS


I earned the MSW from the University of Kansas in 2014. I have since engaged in a range of direct human and mental health service work; including in-home therapy with youth and their families connected to state child protective services; crisis therapy and case management in a short-term crisis stabilization facility; outpatient community mental health therapy including work with individuals, families or couples, and groups.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brianna Harmon-Moore

Brianna Harmon-Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Lawrence, KS


“When you leave a session, expect to feel heard, affirmed, and have a clear plan for your next steps.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lara Wisdom

Lara Wisdom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenexa, KS


“I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots?”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alexandra Vaoifi

Alexandra Vaoifi

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is educational and holistic. In my experience, patients do better when they know how their medications work...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristine MacWithey

Kristine MacWithey

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My style is calming, validating, and straightforward, and I tailor each session to what you need in the moment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michaela Wik

Michaela Wik

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I strive to create a welcoming, supportive space where clients feel safe being fully themselves without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alicia Baros

Alicia Baros

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with doctoral level training in pharmacology and advanced expertise in psychiatric medications.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
April Jefferson

April Jefferson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated with patterns that don’t seem to change. Maybe anxiety is constant, depression has drained your motivation, ADHD is affecting your focus, or past trauma continues to resurface. You want clarity, stability, and relief — not just for today, but long term. You want to feel like yourself again, function better at school or work, and regain control of your emotions instead of feeling controlled by them.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Samantha Rush

Samantha Rush

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a supportive and judgment-free space where clients feel comfortable being themselves and talking openly about what they're experiencing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cheryl Headley

Cheryl Headley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


My name is Cheryl Headley. I have worked in several different mental health roles throughout my nursing career. I became a nurse practitioner two years ago and have since been treating chldren and adults with many different mental health needs.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Polino

Dr. Susan Polino

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a safe therapeutic space in which clients feel comfortable discussing their current concerns and personal history.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Molly Oligbo

Molly Oligbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“Her expertise includes diagnosis and management of various psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Olathe, KS


Hello! My name is Elijah and I have been a licensed therapist for almost 20 years. I specialize in Anxiety/Panic treatment, Couples/Marital Counseling, and am strongly LGBTQ allied. I would love to connect and discuss more about your needs. I come from a Deaf family and am fluent in American Sign Language.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Susan Glass

Dr. Susan Glass

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Manhattan, KS


“We all struggle from time to time and being able to ask for help, no matter what the situation, shows your strength...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robert Githaiga

Robert Githaiga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“Every person's story is different. My job is to listen, to guide, and to walk beside them toward healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Marissa Harris

Marissa Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“I work to create a safe and open space to feel welcomed to explore feelings and thoughts in connect to current and past events.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sospeter Otieno

Sospeter Otieno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“His vast experience is evident not just in his clinical decisions but also in his unwavering dedication to each individual who seeks his help.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Centurion Johnson

Centurion Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lawrence, KS


“I am very passionate about helping those that have been disenfranchised, discarded and dismissed by society.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lorie Newton

Lorie Newton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kansas City, KS


“I work with individuals, couples and LGBTQI+. I utilize many theories such as CBT, DBT, Reality, Holistic, Solution-Focused, multi-cultural approaches and integrative therapies to create a Person-Centered approach that will work individually with...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Yamila Williams

Dr. Yamila Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


I work with busy adults and high functioning professional women experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, burnout, mood concerns, and menopause related mood changes. As a dual-certified nurse practitioner in both adult-gerontology and psychiatric mental health allows me to take a comprehensive, whole-person approach. My goal is to provide personalized care that feels thoughtful, supportive, and not rushed.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Utt

Lisa Utt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“Sometimes healing requires medication, sometimes therapy, and often both—I can provide all of these in one place.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Lisa Crowley

Dr. Lisa Crowley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I use integrative mental health care, combining conventional and complementary psychiatric treatments.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chad Carson

Chad Carson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create hope and help people to realize that together we can overcome whatever struggles they are facing. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have been a nurse for 27 years, and I strive to show compassion and understanding to everyone who needs help.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sam Brannen

Dr. Sam Brannen

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I am known as a therapist who challenges clients to initiate and experience change in their lives which will lead to A much more satisfactory quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Dr. Vincenzo Roma

Psychologist

Virtual • Kansas


“My warm, practical, realistic, and evidence-based teaching style puts clients at ease, while my non-judgmental and curious approach leaves them feeling hopeful after every session.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Evans

Katie Evans

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is guided by a nervous system perspective which accounts for biological, relational, emotional, and cognitive influences which both predispose and continuously shape our lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sydney Humphrey

Sydney Humphrey

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I want you to be comfortable in your own skin, as your own person, and it is my mission for all people to develop a genuine Love for SELF.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Richard Williams

Richard Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Manhattan, KS


“I help adults find possibility in life, again by supporting them in moving past the emotions, the stories and the challenges that hold them back.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carlos Rivera

Carlos Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I love to work collaboratively with others to help them find the best direction possible to meet their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nick Butcher

Nick Butcher

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I make frequent use of a questioning style referred to as guided discovery to identify your viewpoint and beliefs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yvette Simpson

Yvette Simpson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My commitment is to deliver personalized, compassionate care that empowers patients to achieve optimal mental wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sharon Wilburn

Sharon Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring years of experience working with people who have faced deep emotional pain, including military populations and clients recovering from long-standing trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gail Brown

Gail Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I'm a Licensed Master and Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience helping people through some of life's hardest moments. I work with individuals, families, and groups, and I have specialized training in trauma, eating disorders, and sexual health concerns. I'm also passionate about the bigger picture — how the world around us affects our mental health — and I bring that perspective into my work. I'm currently accepting new clients.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kathryn Sullivan

Kathryn Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I specialize in treating C-PTSD, focusing on the present and helping you heal relational wounds while building a healthier connection between your mind and body.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pam Thorp

Pam Thorp

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, substance use challenges, emotional overwhelm, and difficult life transitions. Many of the clients I support feel exhausted from carrying stress, self-doubt, unhealthy coping patterns, or the emotional weight of trying to manage everything on their own.

My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe, heard, and respected. Together, we’ll work toward understanding what’s keeping you stuck, strengthening healthier coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change that supports your emotional wellbeing and everyday life.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Keane

Jennifer Keane

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I'm a trauma‐informed, neurodivergent‐affirming therapist and LGBTQIA‐ally who values autonomy, clarity, and emotional safety.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Paul Romoser

Paul Romoser

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I focus on helping people understand how to overcome anxiety, depression, losses, relational conflict, vocational stress and PTSD, I am here to help you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Natalia Kuzmina

Natalia Kuzmina

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


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 3 insurance carriers
Jared Finley

Jared Finley

Therapist

Virtual • Lenexa, KS


“Clients should enjoy their therapy, feel like someone listens to everything they say without judgement or interruption and gives good feedback...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

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