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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Athens, GA


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Athens, GA
Athens residents seeking addiction support can access 862 Headway providers trained in dual diagnosis treatment, relapse prevention, and motivational enhancement therapy. The platform accepts multiple insurance plans and many clients save significantly on sessions through coverage.
I am passionate about working with students, adults, couples and families to help them strengthen emotional wellness, build confidence, strengthen coping skills and build healthier relationships. I help clients to navigate anxiety, depression, anger management, trauma, life transitions, substance use and abuse, relationship concerns, cultural identity, men's issues, and spiritual integration.
I use personalized, evidence-based counseling to help clients understand how distorted perceptions and thoughts can contribute to painful feelings and unwanted behaviors. I also build practical skills you can use daily to manage stress, improve relationships, and create meaningful change.
I create a welcoming, judgment-free space where my clients feel heard, understood, and supported. I approach each person with empathy, respect, and personalized care. Connect with me to begin working toward healing, growth, and meaningful change. Let's Ascend!
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to move forward? You're not alone, and finding the right support can make all the difference. I’m Dr. Alex Kohl, and I’ve spent over a decade helping people like you navigate life’s challenges and create meaningful change. With a PhD in clinical psychology and a specialization in neuropsychology, I combine expertise with a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to therapy. I believe that therapy is about more than just addressing symptoms—it's about understanding the whole person. Together, we will explore your unique experiences, set realistic goals, and work toward the future you.
I love helping Women thrive in Truth! I am a working Mom and Wife and I've found that having a foundation of truth fuels me. Truth about who I am, what my past means, and what my future holds; it all helps me to feel more calm and grounded. I'm grateful that I get to share this journey with Women who are willing to admit that life is tough, but hope has come.
Hi, I’m Dwan! I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Georgia and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts, with more than 15 years of experience supporting adults through some of life’s toughest—and sometimes most confusing—seasons. My journey into mental health started when I was a kid growing up in Brooklyn, with a natural curiosity about people and what makes us tick. That curiosity grew after my first psychology class in high school, eventually leading me to a career where I get to do what I’ve always wanted: help people feel better, understand themselves, and move forward.
You don’t have to have it all figured out before starting therapy—trust me, none of us do! Life gets messy, overwhelming, and sometimes you just need a safe place to sort through it all. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, and those moments when you’re simply thinking, “Okay...what am I supposed to do now?”
My style is warm, down-to-earth, collaborative, and judgment-free. Together, we’ll talk through the hard stuff, celebrate the wins (even the tiny ones!), uncover strengths you may have forgotten you have, and find tools that actually fit your life. I use approaches including CBT, DBT, ACT, narrative therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and gratitude—but therapy with me isn’t about throwing a bunch of clinical terms at you. It’s about you, your story, and figuring out the next chapter together.
Outside the therapy room, you'll usually find me at the gym, watching football, horseback riding, or near the ocean. I've traveled to more than 20 countries, and being out in nature is where I feel most grounded. I bring that same energy into my work: warm, direct, and real. I don't do stiff or clinical. I'm here to listen, ask honest questions, and help you sort through what's weighing on you. Whatever you bring in, you'll be met without judgment.
Sometimes the hardest part isn't what happened to you—it's carrying the weight of it every day while trying to be there for everyone else. Anxiety, family conflict, grief, trauma, or difficult life transitions can leave you feeling emotionally drained, disconnected, and unsure how to move forward. You deserve a space where you don't have to carry those burdens alone. I work alongside individuals, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, family issues, grief and loss, women's issues, and trauma so they can strengthen their relationships, build emotional resilience, and create healthier, more connected lives. Working with adolescents, adults, and families, I strive to create a compassionate, supportive environment where healing feels possible and lasting change can begin.
I have been in the Mental Health field for over 35 years and Have wide knowledge and experience. I won't say I've seen it all because I firmly believe in the uniqueness of each individual.I have a B.A. in English from St Joseph's university in Philadelphia and a Masters degree in Social Work from Atlanta University.Probably my favorite things to do is Couples therapy. I am a certified IMAGO relationship therapist and believe that more than anything else it is the state of our relationships that determine our overall happiness or despair.I am in the process of being certified in TEAM CBT Which is a very effective therapy especially for Depression and Anxiety.I have a particular interest and experience treating adult ADHD
and also have certification as a Professional
Coach.I have been involved in Christian ministry and I'm a good choice for some one who would like a therapist who has a Christian worldd view but does clinical therapy.
Hi, I’m Christina, and I believe therapy works best when it feels real, human, and—sometimes—a little humorous. I use a trauma-informed and narrative approach to help clients make sense of their stories and find new ways to move forward. My style is compassionate, down-to-earth, and collaborative; I view therapy as a space where you can safely explore the aspects of your past that still resonate today, while also discovering your resilience and inner strength.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Athens, GA



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 99%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 81%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 94%Cigna
- 90%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 48%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Haitian Creole

- 84%Online only
- 16%In-person or online

- 77%Woman
- 23%Man

- 59%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 2%Medical Doctor

- 99%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 32%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
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