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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Buford, GA

Headway connects Buford residents with 804 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment, including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction approaches. Virtual and in-person sessions offer flexibility while working with your insurance to keep costs manageable.

Kristin Tugman

Kristin Tugman

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I have a strong solution-oriented background in cognitive behavioral therapy but I also think a holistic approach is important and often use mind body connection and mindfulness tools in my approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Richard Garrett

Richard Garrett

Therapist

Virtual • Americus, GA


“I strongly believe that, regardless of the therapeutic approach agreed on, the therapeutic relationship is the greatest determinant of change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Natalie Guetarni

Natalie Guetarni

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Starting therapy takes courage, which is why my absolute priority is building a trusting relationship where you feel safe, deeply comfortable, and able to speak easily without fear.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dustin Smith

Dustin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My style is conversational, compassionate, and direct, with an emphasis on building a genuine and collaborative therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Maria Bejacmar-Didier

Dr. Maria Bejacmar-Didier

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy with a spiritual twist. I also use Motivational Interviewing if needed be.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Samantha Morris

Dr. Samantha Morris

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Morris offers a thoughtful, direct, and collaborative approach, meeting individuals where they are—clinically and personally.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bonnie McClurd

Bonnie McClurd

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe it is critical for the client to be part of their care plan - this helps you to feel empowered and more invested in your treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexa Mellman

Alexa Mellman

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“At the heart of my work is a genuine desire to make the world better by helping people understand themselves, heal what has hurt them, and build lives that feel more authentically their own.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


I want to help you help yourself. I believe everyone is capable of change and I will teach you skills to use everyday.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Unika Nelson

Unika Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Unika's approach emphasizes the mutual, client centered development of goals for therapy and provision of ongoing evaluation of the therapeutic approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Terrill Cooper

Terrill Cooper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Cooper's focus has been on reducing the stigma surrounding mental health issues by empowering people to speak openly about their mental health problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Lauren Flynn

Dr. Lauren Flynn

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I believe you should leave therapy with more than the relief of having talked something through. You should also gain skills and a better understanding of yourself that help you navigate life outside our sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ashley Frazier

Ashley Frazier

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Augusta, GA


“I've been working in the mental health counseling field for over 10 years and I challenge myself daily to learn something new and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hilda Dwumfuor

Hilda Dwumfuor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“With her, you will be equipped with tools, coping skills, an understanding of the "WHY" behind what you've been through, and a plan on how to move forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karuna Kristjanson

Karuna Kristjanson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, intuitive, compassionate, and grounded in both clinical experience and the practices that have guided my own life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stefanie Linden

Stefanie Linden

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Stefanie specializes in culturally affirming therapy for those seeking emotional wellness, stress management, and support through life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Silke Leber

Silke Leber

Therapist

Virtual • Alpharetta, GA


“I focus on repairing insecure attachments formed in early childhood to improve current emotional regulation and relationship quality.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Foster

Ashley Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am a certified Dialectical Behavior Therapist and will use those skills to help you live a life of fulfillment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Martin Johnson

Dr. Martin Johnson

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgia


“Dr. Johnson has been practicing as a child psychiatrist since 2002. After completing his residency at the University of Maryland/Sheppard Pratt and his fellowship at Emory university, Dr. Johnson has worked in a variety of settings including...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deirdee Hurst

Deirdee Hurst

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is warm, inquisitive, and empowering. I ask thoughtful questions to understand your full picture before jumping to solutions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katie Dean

Katie Dean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, GA


Katie Dean is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with nearly two decades of healthcare expertise, including 10 years of specialized psychiatric practice. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Alabama at Birmingham, specializing in psychiatric evaluations, differential diagnosis, and medication management for various disorders. She provides expert care for patients navigating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychotic disorders, and autism spectrum disorder.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Laura Guinade

Laura Guinade

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“As a PMHNP, I offer a caring and nonjudgmental approach to ensuring my patients can reach their optimal mental health goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jackie Martin

Jackie Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am passionate about helping people reach their greatest potential and believe everyone can grow into who they are supposed to be without judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Saúl Diaz-Marin

Saúl Diaz-Marin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


I'm glad you're here. My name is Saúl.

I’m a dual-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner who provides compassionate, patient-centered psychiatric care. I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported without judgment.

With a background in both psychiatric and family medicine, I take a whole-person approach—considering both your mental and physical health when developing your treatment plan. My goal is to help you feel like yourself again.

*También ofrezco atención en español.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lakeicha Birdsong-Taylor

Lakeicha Birdsong-Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I strongly believe in offering multiple opportunities for growth and change, recognizing that self-improvement is a continuous journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cassie Carroll

Cassie Carroll

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Hi! My name is Cassie. I am a licensed clinical social worker in both GA and SC. I am devoted to helping individuals grow and overcome their obstacles in life. I have worked with clients from all walks of life. I am able to work with anyone.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Candace Bynum-Omodunni

Candace Bynum-Omodunni

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“With 15 years of experience in behavioral health, I take a warm, flexible, and real-world approach to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Larry Wyatt

Larry Wyatt

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


Many men carry struggles they’ve never felt safe enough to talk about. I work with men, adolescent males, veterans, and military members who are dealing with trauma, substance use, domestic violence, compulsive sexual behaviors, relationship conflict, and the pressure of trying to hold everything together. You might feel stuck in patterns that are damaging your relationships, affecting your sense of identity, or leaving you feeling ashamed, angry, emotionally disconnected, or out of control. My work also involves betrayal trauma, conduct disorders and men overwhelmed with power, privilege and identity issues.

Anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, and unhealthy coping patterns can make it difficult to move forward alone. My goal is to provide a space where you can be honest, understood, and supported without judgment.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tamekia Howard

Tamekia Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“You can expect to be heard, validated, empowered and equipped with tools or coping skills to effectively manage your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Yosheba Johnson

Yosheba Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I help clients understand the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and build practical tools for meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nakeitha Weston

Nakeitha Weston

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My approach is affirming, open-minded, and solution-oriented. I strive to create a welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, and supported...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Russell Gray

Russell Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Douglasville, GA


“I have a long history of working with individuals with depression, anxiety, life transitioning, and alcohol and substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Corri Brewer

Corri Brewer

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“Ms. Corri utilizes an eclectic therapeutic approach, to integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing, and Acceptance Commitment...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aumarey Ellis

Aumarey Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Atlanta, GA


“I believe in my client's ability to be able to resolve his or her own conflict with me being the vehicle to which they identify the best path.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Leiberh Noel Diaz

Dr. Leiberh Noel Diaz

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgia


“In addition to medication management, he has experience with various psychotherapeutic techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, supportive psychotherapy, group therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Taylor

Sarah Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“I work to create an open-minded and safe environment where clients can explore their experiences and learn new skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
David Wallace

David Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“With 30 years in this field, I offer a collaborative space where you don't have to explain everything before we can start making real progress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ruth Osondu

Dr. Ruth Osondu

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Georgia


“I am naturally very positive and believe that with the combination of therapy and medication you can begin your journey to healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Edward Okeke

Edward Okeke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Georgia


“He believes in building authentic relationships and creating safe, collaborative treatment plans that honor each person's unique journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jemeka Stallworth

Jemeka Stallworth

Therapist

Virtual • Georgia


“My therapeutic style emphasizes holistic healing, helping clients explore underlying negative behavioral or thought patterns, rebuild self-love, develop coping skills while improving communication skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Buford, GA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Buford, GA
There are over 32 therapists in Buford, GA accepting new patients.
32+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Stress management
  • 97%Depression
  • 81%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Cigna
  • 69%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 3%Farsi
  • 3%French
  • 3%German
How they see their clients
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  • 94%In-person or online
  • 6%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 81%Woman
  • 19%Man
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 22%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 19%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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