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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Birmingham, AL

Birmingham residents seeking support for substance use, alcohol, or behavioral addictions can connect with experienced providers through Headway who specialize in harm reduction, relapse prevention, and 12-step facilitation. Many providers offer free consultations and are available within days to help you take the next step.

Indira Maharaj-Walls

Indira Maharaj-Walls

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Life can feel overwhelming—and you don’t have to navigate it alone. I’m an LICSW who creates a judgment-free space where you can show up as you are. Together, we focus on your strengths, your goals, and real tools to support growth and healing.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Robinette Muse

Dr. Robinette Muse

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I am Dr. Robinette Muse, licensed professional counselor with a practice in Newnan,Georgia. I have practiced for twenty seven years and have been in the behavioral health field 40 years. My primary specialty is trauma and grief counseling and I treat ages four to ninety.

I have practiced in the community and in clinic settings, private and public mental health. My focus with my clients is to help them heal and thrive.

Personally I spend my non work time gardening and learning naturopathic healing. I am a proud mother of one son and a new daughter-in-love.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cecillia Hardy

Cecillia Hardy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


“Through years of education, training, and clinical experience, I have developed a holistic approach that integrates evidence-based therapies...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Katherine Pennington

Katherine Pennington

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


I am a easy going, non-judgmental therapist with over 14 years of experience.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert Tucker

Robert Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is rooted in traditional, evidenced-based therapeutic interventions, but I also believe healing can be creative, expressive, and deeply personal.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kayla Smith

Kayla Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Kayla, a licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in community mental health, recognized the profound disparities in access to mental health care within BIPOC communities. Inspired by a vision of creating a space where healing is both inclusive and affordable, she founded Helen’s Project with the belief that everyone deserves access to quality mental health support, regardless of their background or financial situation.​​Helen’s Project operates on the principle that culturally competent and empathetic mental health care is essential for holistic well-being. The organization collaborates with a diverse team of mental health professionals who not only possess clinical expertise but also understand the unique cultural nuances and challenges faced by the BIPOC community.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Aaron Yearwood

Aaron Yearwood

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe that adversities don't have to define who you are, rather, they can promote the resiliency necessary to develop who you'll be and the story you'll share.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michelle Holley

Michelle Holley

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am client-centered and utilize evidence-based practices, backed by years of research and success, to help my clients reach their goals!”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leviticus Lofton

Leviticus Lofton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


My focus is to help individuals and families build resiliency to heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan to connect you with simple strategies that would assist you with achieving your full potential.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kelli Rue-Bachini

Kelli Rue-Bachini

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Dr. Paul Tierney

Dr. Paul Tierney

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 14 years of experience helping people navigate some of life's most challenging moments. My background spans addiction recovery, the LGBTQ+ community, and the child welfare system, including working with foster and adoptive families. As both a member of the LGBTQ+ community and an adoptive and former foster parent myself, these aren't just areas of clinical expertise -- they're deeply personal to me. I bring both professional knowledge and lived experience to my work.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Vanessa Jessie-Huber

Dr. Vanessa Jessie-Huber

Psychologist

Virtual • Alabama


“I strive to provide culturally responsive, affirming care that honors each person's unique background, identity, and lived experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Layla Kirkley

Layla Kirkley

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


If you've been carrying something heavy — trauma, grief, a past you haven't fully processed — I want you to know: healing is possible, and you don't have to do it alone.

I'm Layla DeLoach Kirkley, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) and Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) with nearly 20 years of experience. I spent much of my career working directly with survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking in nonprofit settings — and that work shaped everything about how I show up for my clients today.

I hold a BS in Psychology and an MS in Counseling and Human Development, and I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness techniques — always tailored to what you need, not a one-size-fits-all plan.

I work with teens (ages 13+), adults, couples, and families across a wide range of concerns including anxiety, depression, PTSD, low self-esteem, disordered eating, grief, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ identity. I see clients in-person in Montgomery and Selma, AL, and via telehealth in Alabama and Florida.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hakeem Lumumba

Hakeem Lumumba

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Dr. Hakeem Lumumba, PhD. He has over 40 years of clinical experience. In addition, he has been an educator for over 30 years at various institutions. Dr. Lumumba is currently an Adjunct Instructor, at the University of South Alabama (Mobile, Alabama), College of Education and Professional Studies, Department of Counseling and Instructional Sciences and he is an Assistant Adjunct Professor at the University of South Alabama (Mobile, Alabama), Frederick P. Whiddon College of Medicine.

Dr. Lumumba received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in Counseling from Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. Dr. Lumumba is a Licensed Professional Counselor (Michigan & Alabama), Licensed Master Social Worker (Michigan), Certified Advanced Alcohol & Drug Counselor (Michigan & Alabama), Certified Clinical Supervisor (Michigan and Alabama), National Certified Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, and Master Addiction Counselor (NAADC). In addition, he is a Motivational Interviewer Train the Trainer, a Substance Abuse Professional (SAP) for the Department of Transportation, a Health Professional Recovery Program (HPRP) (Michigan) evaluator, and a Health Management System of America (HMSA) Gambling Program Provider.

Dr. Lumumba specializes with treating depression, anxiety, couple's therapy, and substance use disorders.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Glynnis Young

Glynnis Young

Therapist

Virtual • Montgomery, AL


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in helping you move from survival mode into greater clarity, confidence, and emotional wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Robinson

Dr. Rachel Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach to therapy is collaborative. I'm here to give you space to share your story, but I'm also committed to doing so by providing a safe space for you to do so.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Charley Blunt

Dr. Charley Blunt

Psychologist

Virtual • Alabama


“I've been helping Veterans from all walks of life explore, cope, and overcome anxiety, depression, and trauma and find hope and enjoyment in life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danita Stapleton

Danita Stapleton

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


With over 30 years of experience supporting children, adolescents, adults, and families, I provide compassionate, evidence-based counseling grounded in rehabilitation and mental health practice. I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trauma, life transitions, substance use concerns, and adjustment to disability. My background includes extensive work with intellectual and developmental disabilities, children with emotional and behavioral disorders, and youth in foster and adoptive care. I also provide Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services, as well as individual, couples, family, and group counseling. As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S), Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (CRC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and Board Certified Telemental Health Provider (BC-TMH), I am committed to providing ethical, culturally responsive, and practical support to help clients build resilience and move forward with confidence.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gaby Anderson

Gaby Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I create a safe and compassionate space where clients can explore their experiences, build coping skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Griffith

Amanda Griffith

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I deeply believe in the power of personal growth and transformation, understanding that we often grow through what we go through.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Sims

Sarah Sims

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I help adults work through overwhelming emotions, major life changes, trauma, and challenges with emotional regulation so they can feel more balanced, confident, and in control.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anna Fortune

Anna Fortune

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I strive to create an open and supportive environment where you can be honest about your thoughts, emotions, struggles, and experiences without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Coralea Dalrymple

Coralea Dalrymple

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Enterprise, AL


“I have demonstrated a consistent ability to connect with hurting people and help them find a path forward and to find peace and joy again.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tristan Rice

Tristan Rice

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I have a commitment to creating a safe and supportive environment that enables clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in a non-judgmental, compassionate, and empowering manner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katie Danielson

Katie Danielson

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I incorporate evidence-based practices alongside mindfulness and positive therapeutic techniques to help clients calm an over-stressed nervous system, gain clarity amid life's challenges, and safely process emotional burdens in a supportive,...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kiyana Zachery

Kiyana Zachery

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My clinical style integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, and systemic family therapy with biblical principles for those who desire faith-based support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Monroe

Kathleen Monroe

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and evidence-based, tailoring treatment to each client's unique strengths, goals, and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
S. Lorraine Davis

S. Lorraine Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Madison, AL


“I specialize in working with first responders and the people who support them. As a former police detective with 25 years in law enforcement...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher Adams

Christopher Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I firmly believe in the effectiveness of the therapeutic process. With the support of a knowledgeable therapist, we can significantly improve our lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Cottrell

Jonathan Cottrell

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I focus on creating a compassionate, collaborative environment where clients can explore their experiences, develop meaningful coping strategies, and work towards personal empowerment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Justin Hughes

Justin Hughes

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My background includes community mental health and a nontraditional path into this field, including my own experience with addiction and depression, which shapes how I understand the work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonathan Carpenter

Jonathan Carpenter

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“If you've been told you're too much, too complicated, too sensitive, too far gone, then you are exactly who I built my practice for.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lynn Clark

Lynn Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I believe therapy should meet you where you are, helping individuals identify their needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffery Neaves

Jeffery Neaves

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


Finding the right therapist matters. I believe therapy works best when clients feel genuinely heard, respected, and understood. My style is conversational, collaborative, and direct, balancing warmth with honesty and practical feedback. I work especially well with individuals impacted by trauma, chronic stress, and moral injury arising from high-responsibility environments, including veterans, first responders, and medical professionals. Many appear highly functional outwardly while privately struggling with anxiety, exhaustion, disrupted sleep, or feeling disconnected from themselves, others, or the lives they once recognized.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Direct
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ken Delano

Ken Delano

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“My goal is to provide a calm, supportive space where you can speak honestly without judgment and begin creating meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tina Schmidt

Tina Schmidt

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I practice with a holistic, mind-body, and trauma-informed approach, infusing humor, sarcasm, and coaching into my therapy style.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alison Bigham

Alison Bigham

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“I am open minded and transparent. As a therapist, I am not a robot and become genuinely invested in my clients, their lives, family and overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Van Steenis

Brittany Van Steenis

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor (LPC-S) with over 15 years of experience supporting teens, adults, and families. My style is down-to-earth, collaborative, and focused on what matters most to you. Using a blend of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and strengths-based approaches, I provide a safe, welcoming space to navigate life’s challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful change. If you’re unable to schedule a session through this platform, please email me directly at [email protected], and I will get you scheduled as soon as possible. Please note that Headway may not always reflect my most current availability.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Esther Alasa

Esther Alasa

Therapist

Virtual • Alabama


“When working with my clients the approach I take is different with every client depending on their story.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Birmingham, AL

Number of therapists serving Birmingham, AL
There are over 256 therapists in Birmingham, AL accepting new patients.
256+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
  • 45%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 82%Online only
  • 18%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 27%Man
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 43%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
  • 1%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 36%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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