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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Asheville, NC

Find specialized addiction support in Asheville with providers trained in 12-Step Facilitation, SMART Recovery, and relapse prevention strategies. Headway connects you with 851 licensed providers who understand triggers, cravings, and the recovery journey—with flexible scheduling and virtual options to support your path to sobriety.

Monica Howard

Monica Howard

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe everyone has the capacity for growth and healing, and my goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melecia Smikle

Melecia Smikle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I focus on creating a safe space where you feel heard and supported, and I use evidence-based treatment strategies...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tamara Lipon

Tamara Lipon

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hello,

My name is Tamara and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in the state of North Carolina. I am also a Licensed Master's Social Worker in the state of Michigan. I received my MSW from Spring Arbor University in Michigan. I have clinical experience working with Marines, Sailors and spouses. I am a certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (ADC II) and certified in DBT. I know that life can be stressful, unpredictable and doesn't always go as planned. I look forward to working together.

I offer individual counseling to adults.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Dolan

Michael Dolan

Therapist

Virtual • Brevard, NC


“I successfully work with clients suffering a spectrum of debilitating mood disorders such as depression and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarem Bagnato

Jarem Bagnato

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“There is no magic wand in therapy to cure a patient of everything that ails them, but with a strong therapeutic alliance I can help those who want to help themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erin Graney

Erin Graney

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have been focused on providing EMDR and trauma informed care since 2018 as I have seen that deeper level healing is possible.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Rose Neugroschel

Rose Neugroschel

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach to treatment is collaborative, individualized, supportive yet practical, grounded in CBT yet guided by psychodynamic principles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lissette Torres

Lissette Torres

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Healing becomes possible when we honor the whole person — mind, body, and soul — and work in synergy toward change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pete Cianci

Pete Cianci

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strongly believe in using evidence-based practices to help people feel better as quickly as possible.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsey Reinhardt

Lindsey Reinhardt

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Y'all! You have made your way over to my profile, welcome.

I am Lindsey, I am a licensed clinical mental health counselor and a licensed clinical addiction specialist in the state of North Carolina.

I graduated from Western Carolina University with a bachelors of Psychology in 2020, and from Montreat College with a masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2023.

I specialize in drug and alcohol addiction, codependent behaviors, obsessive compulsive disorder, bipolar disorder, and trauma.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Susan Foster

Dr. Susan Foster

Psychologist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach is eclectic in nature, utilizing whatever approach works best with the individual client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Keesha Grice

Keesha Grice

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilson, NC


“The goal is to assist the client with identifying unresolved issues... creating a comfortable environment to help with exploring personal concerns and struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Burgess

David Burgess

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“An individual's physical, mental, social, and spiritual health are all interconnected and influence each other.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meghann Roberts-Clawson

Meghann Roberts-Clawson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Sessions with me feel like a conversation, not a clinical exercise. You'll always feel heard, never judged.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erin Boyle

Erin Boyle

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I work with trauma, ADHD, autism, anxiety, depression, and life's many transitions in a supportive and nonjudgmental way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Ellington

Laura Ellington

Therapist

Virtual • Tryon, NC


“I am relentlessly focused on your strengths and abilities and offer suggestions about 'thinking out of the box' in coping with life changes, depression, anxiety, health conditions, social isolation, employment related stress, substance use, and...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trina McDonald

Trina McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“During our sessions you can expect to collaborate with me to work toward your personalized goals to achieve balance and well-being...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debra Johnson

Debra Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and grounded in real life. We focus on understanding what's getting in the way, building skills that actually work, and helping you move toward greater clarity, stability, and connection at a pace that feels...”
Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Hopes

Jeremiah Hopes

Therapist

Virtual • Charlotte, NC


“My approach is structured, practical, and focused on results. We identify patterns, improve communication, and build tools you can use immediately in your daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julie Reibsane

Julie Reibsane

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe that every individual has the potential for growth and change, and I am committed to guiding you through the challenges you may face.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Laura Tomaszewski

Laura Tomaszewski

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I consider myself open-minded and nonjudgmental; there is nothing that you can say that will shock me or make me think less of you as a person.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sondra Cullen

Sondra Cullen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“A majority of my experience has been working in dual diagnosis facilities, which has provided me with considerable insight into mental health and substance abuse.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrienne Holloway

Adrienne Holloway

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


Accepting new patients. I am a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner at Holsan Behavioral Health who provides medication management with psychotherapy to ages six and older. I offer in-person appointments in Raleigh, NC, and telehealth services across the state of North Carolina. I specialize in attention difficulties, behavioral challenges, mood challenges, anxiety, psychosis, personality disorders, sleep, military issues, and trauma.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chethana Perera

Chethana Perera

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“By providing a supportive, safe and empowering space I work with clients to find their organic process for healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Ringle

Jessica Ringle

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I've been in the field since 2003 working in community mental health, addictions counseling, outpatient and inpatient clinical settings.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Larissa Dias

Larissa Dias

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use a blend of approaches, drawing from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), positive psychology, narrative therapy, solution-focused therapy, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, attachment theory, and I...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Dusty

Alisha Dusty

Therapist

Virtual • Garner, NC


“I'm passionate about working with adults who feel like their past is negatively affecting their present.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Danielle Young

Dr. Danielle Young

Therapist

Virtual • Goldsboro, NC


“I work collaboratively with adults and couples who are ready to move from surviving to living with greater clarity, connection, and emotional balance.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexis Campbell

Alexis Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I believe therapy should be both sacred and practical. We'll talk about the big, existential questions and also the everyday challenges—patterns in relationships, managing stress, making sense of emotions, and finding meaning when life feels chaotic.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tonia Wallace

Tonia Wallace

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


With a nursing career spanning since 2008, I have dedicated over 15 years to understanding the complexities of patient care. After earning my Master’s Degree in 2021, I transitioned into advanced psychiatric practice in 2022. Having served in both fast-paced inpatient units and collaborative outpatient clinics, I offer a well-rounded perspective on mental health. My background allows me to blend clinical expertise with a deeply rooted compassion for the human experience.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Zane Wright

Zane Wright

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I bring an approachable, outcome-oriented style to every session, using humor when appropriate and a pragmatic, down-to-earth perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Harry Pearson

Dr. Harry Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I’m Dr. Pearson, and I draw on over 30 years of counseling experience helping individuals, couples, marriages, families, teens, children, and organizations work through life’s challenges. I support clients dealing with depression, anxiety, stress, anger, relationship issues, family conflict, addiction and alcohol concerns, military-related stress, and major life transitions. My background includes working with people across many stages of life, including active-duty military members, veterans, DoD staff, military families, couples preparing for marriage, families under stress, and individuals seeking healthier ways to live at home, at work, and in their relationships. I believe therapy should offer hope, practical support, and a clear path toward healthy change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Michael Racine

Michael Racine

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My style is conversational, holistic and warm. I'll work with you providing guidance and helping to fan the flame of your creativity and innate power for transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Bane

Amy Bane

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“With over 18 years of experience, I have assisted adults and couples on their journeys of healing and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shahnaz Khawaja

Shahnaz Khawaja

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I like to create holistic healing environments for my clients where they can be fully themselves and explore what is standing in the way of them living up to their fullest potential.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Page

Jessica Page

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy approach focuses on empowering individuals by providing them evidence-based psychoeducation, corrective feedback, and consistent, nurturing, support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Theo Saslow

Theo Saslow

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“I focus on shifting your relationship with your "self" through warmth, inquisitiveness, and somatic approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendra Hamman

Kendra Hamman

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Im Kendra, I have a bachelors in fine art, and I received my Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2022. I draw on four years of working in community mental health with folks recovering from substance abuse and behaviors that no longer helpful or are directly harming relationships and mental health. I have lived experience with recovery and loving people struggling with addiction. I have been described as a warm, curious, compassionate, and empowering counselor. I offer trauma‐informed care that is inclusive to all humans, healing happens when you can show up as your authentic and full self!

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latisha Riley

Latisha Riley

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“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 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina LaBond

Christina LaBond

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I help people realize their true potential and find meaning/purpose in life while improving self-image and repairing interpersonal relationships through healthy attachment and behavioral patterns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Find the right addiction counselor for you

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 Asheville

Finding addiction therapists in Asheville starts with matching the therapist’s experience to the kind of support you want. Addiction care can include support for substance use, alcohol use, behavioral concerns, cravings, relapse prevention, and related concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training in approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-based care. Some people may also include a psychiatrist or other prescriber as part of their care team.

Asheville has a smaller local therapy market than larger North Carolina cities, so virtual appointments can expand the number of therapists available to you. You may prefer an in-person office near Asheville, or you may want virtual sessions that fit your schedule more easily. Recovery can change over time, so it helps to look for a therapist who describes a nonjudgmental style and experience with harm reduction, relapse prevention, or substance use counseling. Reading bios can also show how each therapist structures sessions, communicates, and supports people with addiction-related concerns.

Therapy in Asheville can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you compare therapists who are accepting new patients, review estimated out-of-pocket costs after you enter your insurance details, and book directly when you’re ready. You can browse addiction therapists in Asheville, review bios, and choose someone who matches your needs, schedule, and plan.

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

If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.

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