

Seeking a therapist in Asheville? Headway's network of 2,715 providers serves the community with flexible virtual and in-person sessions. Located near popular areas including South Slope, River Arts District, and West Asheville, our providers offer compassionate, solution-oriented care covered by most insurance plans.
Welcome to Live Addiction Free! My name is Jeri Jefferys, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, Certified Clinical Supervisor, Master Addiction Counselor, and Certified Health Coach, with over 25 years experience in behavioral health treatment and adult education. I'm also a person in long-term sustained recovery with lived experience, who knows first hand the many challenges that addiction creates and that recovery is not a one size fits all, but a personal process.
As a board-certified psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to mental stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for over 10 years. I have had the opportunity to support individuals and families in their journey to healing and resilience.
I attended the University of South Carolina, served in the United States Air Force.











Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Finding the right therapist in Asheville starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Consider whether you need support for a specific concern — such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or ADHD — and whether you'd prefer a therapist, counselor, or psychiatrist. Licensed providers like LCSWs, LCMHCs, LPCs, and psychologists offer talk therapy, while psychiatrists and psychiatric nurse practitioners can also prescribe medication. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and decide if they're a good match.
Asheville has a large and diverse mental health provider community, which means you have options — but it can also make narrowing your search feel like a lot. Practical factors matter: whether you want in-person sessions in neighborhoods like downtown Asheville, West Asheville, or South Slope, or prefer the flexibility of virtual visits. Scheduling, availability, and whether a provider specializes in the type of therapy you're interested in (such as CBT, EMDR, or DBT) are all worth considering as you compare profiles.
Therapy in Asheville can be expensive without insurance. Using your in-network benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay per session, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a provider who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.
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