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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Fort Wayne, IN

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Fort Wayne, IN

Managing triggers, cravings, and withdrawal is challenging—Headway connects Fort Wayne individuals with compassionate providers trained in addiction recovery. From 12-step facilitation to SMART recovery and dual diagnosis support, find personalized care without the burden of high costs.

Alex Kellogg

Alex Kellogg

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I love working with young adults who are just discovering the independent life that is ahead of them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shaun Hardie

Shaun Hardie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.7 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“I help people learn to unhook from unhelpful thoughts, get unstuck, and to learn to live more fully in the here-and-now.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Charity Cass

Charity Cass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.4 mi away • Fort Wayne, IN


“With nearly 20 years of therapy experience I have a vast history of working with varied diagnoses and conditions including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, mood disorders and stress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jonathan Laucella

Jonathan Laucella

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, my focus is helping adults and working professionals navigate high-stress environments, burnout, career demands, and significant life transitions. Juggling professional responsibilities alongside personal life often leaves little room to process stress effectively or reset. My goal is to provide a focused, practical space where you can step back, clarify your priorities, and develop sustainable strategies to regain balance and momentum in both your work and personal life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Akwete Purifoy

Akwete Purifoy

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe each person already possesses strengths and resilience, and therapy can help uncover and build upon those abilities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Charitye Ford

Charitye Ford

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“To have Charitye as a therapist is to have someone who desires what you desire, while also pushing you outside of your comfort zone...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Celeste McGill

Dr. Celeste McGill

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Clients describe me as warm, honest, and deeply supportive. I bring over 30 years of experience working with diverse communities...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Olivia Kimanzi

Olivia Kimanzi

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Hello! My Name is Olivia and I am so honored to be experiencing this journey with you! You have taken the first step just by browsing to see who is a great match for you! I would love to get to know you more and help you navigate life's struggles by working together on a deeper level!

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christy Matthews

Christy Matthews

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“While I am direct in my approach, my practice is to always extend compassion and believe in holistic approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Traci Hall

Traci Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am a relational mental health professional who combine clinical expertise with a client-centered approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Von Jackson

Dr. Von Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Merrillville, IN


“I believe that every person deserves a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space to heal, grow, and achieve their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Nicholas Todoran

Nicholas Todoran

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Therapy is not about fixing who you are. It's about understanding yourself more fully and learning how to use your strengths more effectively.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lori Herrera

Lori Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Your relationship with your therapist truly matters, and I am committed to creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported as we begin this work together.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Mary Fields

Dr. Mary Fields

Psychologist

Virtual • Indiana


“I integrate trauma-informed care, mindfulness practices, and cognitive-behavioral strategies, tailoring treatment to meet each client where they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Laurel Bourgeois

Laurel Bourgeois

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I want to meet you where you are at in your journey to wellbeing and both gently support and challenge you to be your very best self.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mercy Moto

Mercy Moto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • McCordsville, IN


“I value building trusting relationships and empowering patients to take an active role in their healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Charity Gichina

Charity Gichina

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greenwood, IN


“I believe healing is a sacred journey—and therapy can be both a clinical process and a spiritual one.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mignon Kennedy

Mignon Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I've been through real struggles and real failures of my own, and I've learned firsthand how resilient people can be, myself included.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Casey Pflughoeft

Casey Pflughoeft

Therapist

Virtual • De Motte, IN


“I integrate scientifically supported psychological practices with a faith-informed worldview rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tisha Linzy

Tisha Linzy

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach is compassionate, flexible, and collaborative. I believe you know yourself and your experiences better than anyone, and my role is to bring the clinical knowledge and tools that can help you make sense of what you're experiencing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamaal Ryan

Jamaal Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My sessions come with a mix of humor, challenging difficult topics and issues, and empowering the client to develop their own solutions to the various issues they struggle with.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Savage

Sarah Savage

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


Hi, I'm Sarah — a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Indiana with a background in community mental health. I currently work as a clinical supervisor at a Federally Qualified Health Center, where I provide both direct care and supervision to other clinicians. My training includes IFS (Internal Family Systems) and EMDR, and I bring a collaborative, client-centered approach to every session.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carol Chase

Carol Chase

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I am here to listen, to ask questions, and to share with you your process toward achieving your goals and personal happiness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Courtney Mitchell

Courtney Mitchell

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I consider myself a trauma therapist, working with people of all ages and backgrounds through different trauma modalities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Serles

Sarah Serles

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I have been working in the field for 7 years mainly with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, and addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Kristin Huseman

Dr. Kristin Huseman

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Clients can expect to feel welcomed and accepted while also being pushed to reach goals as well as unpack history and trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maggie Zofkie

Maggie Zofkie

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I believe clients who are willing to show up honestly, even when it feels uncomfortable, will get the most out of their therapy experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Vonzolla Elliott

Vonzolla Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I specialize in trauma-informed therapy and emotional wellness, while Mishael brings deep expertise in physical rehabilitation and regenerative care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Delia Niles

Delia Niles

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I enjoy helping clients navigate life's transitions, build confidence, manage anxiety, and develop healthy coping skills that support them long after therapy ends.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Lanre Olanrewaju

Dr. Lanre Olanrewaju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Indiana


“She takes an individualized, holistic approach to care, recognizing that each person's mental health journey is unique.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Robert Owens

Robert Owens

Therapist

Virtual • La Porte, IN


I believe that everyone has the ability to grow into the person that they want to be. I want to help people turn obstacles into opportunities, weaknesses into strengths, and discouragement into hope. I make every effort to be dependable, understanding, and empathetic. I also am upfront, honest, and kind. You can expect that we will talk in real world terms, not in psychological terms. We will find practical solutions, rather than reflect on "how that made you feel."

I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, where we identify the thoughts and behaviors that lead to negative feelings and emotions. I find that this practical approach is often the best approach to find progress quickly. I also practice Narrative Therapy to address trauma and difficult times. This approach addresses painful memories and experiences to reorient my client to a better understanding of the past and to find healing. I will attempt to work with anyone for almost any issue. I specialize in assisting with men's issues, communication issues, conflict resolution, parenting issues, ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, grief, career counseling, and substance abuse issues.

I have worked in private practice for over 9 years. Prior to that, I worked in community-based services where I assisted families to stay together and juveniles to work through their legal issues. I have worked in substance abuse services. I also have experiences working with intellectual disabilities.

I hold a Master's Degree in Professional Counseling and hold a Licensed Mental Health Counselor's license in Florida and Indiana.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Marcus Murphy

Marcus Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My core values—adaptability, open-mindedness, and honesty—guide how I connect with others and respond to challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Fitzwater

Jennifer Fitzwater

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I prioritize trauma-informed and culturally sensitive care, ensuring a client-centered, relational approach where you can explore and manage complex feelings safely.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thomas Allman

Thomas Allman

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I bring over 25 years of experience supporting individuals facing substance use and mental health challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Men's issues, Panic disorders, Stress management
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Julia Skowron

Julia Skowron

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I'm passionate about helping clients feel understood while also learning practical skills they can use in everyday life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sydney Davidson

Sydney Davidson

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My approach to therapy is straightforward, collaborative, and authentic. Sessions are tailored to each individual...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angel Metro

Angel Metro

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I prioritize creating a warm and supportive environment where clients feel safe to explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Tracy McKenney

Tracy McKenney

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“My counseling style is unique due to my extensive background in psychology, biology and spirituality.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Bosques

Jessica Bosques

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“Mental health...is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Erick Pena

Erick Pena

Therapist

Virtual • Indiana


“I struggled with depression and anxiety for about 20 years, and it wasn't until I read a book called "Getting Past Your Past" by Francine Shapiro that everything started to make sense.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Fort Wayne, IN

Number of therapists serving Fort Wayne, IN
There are over 337 therapists in Fort Wayne, IN accepting new patients.
337+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 94%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 71%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%Spanish
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Punjabi
How they see their clients
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  • 85%Online only
  • 15%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 21%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 36%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Fort Wayne

Finding addiction therapists in Fort Wayne starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, substance use, gambling, compulsive behaviors, and co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. Look for a therapist whose profile lists relevant training, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-assisted care when a prescriber is part of your care team.

Fort Wayne has a mix of local mental health care options, and virtual therapy can help expand the number of therapists who fit your schedule and needs. Recovery often changes over time, so it can help to look for a therapist who describes a nonjudgmental approach and experience with harm reduction or substance use support. Before booking, review therapist bios for appointment availability, therapy style, and whether they offer a free phone consultation, so you can get a clearer sense of fit.

Therapy in Fort Wayne can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before starting care. Headway helps you compare addiction therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, verify your insurance, see estimated costs upfront, and book directly when you’re ready.

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

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.