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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Topeka, KS

Managing addiction requires personalized care, and Topeka's Headway network provides access to providers specializing in harm reduction, relapse prevention, and dual diagnosis treatment. From nicotine dependence to opioid use disorder, our providers use proven modalities including SMART Recovery and acceptance-based approaches to help you build lasting sobriety.

Aaron Pendergrass

Aaron Pendergrass

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Lawrence, KS


I earned the MSW from the University of Kansas in 2014. I have since engaged in a range of direct human and mental health service work; including in-home therapy with youth and their families connected to state child protective services; crisis therapy and case management in a short-term crisis stabilization facility; outpatient community mental health therapy including work with individuals, families or couples, and groups.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brianna Harmon-Moore

Brianna Harmon-Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Lawrence, KS


“When you leave a session, expect to feel heard, affirmed, and have a clear plan for your next steps.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lara Wisdom

Lara Wisdom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lenexa, KS


“I believe that we all reach places in our lives where we are learning, unlearning and possibly relearning the existential areas of: who am I, what do I want, and what are my barriers & blind spots?”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robert Githaiga

Robert Githaiga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“Every person's story is different. My job is to listen, to guide, and to walk beside them toward healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Sospeter Otieno

Sospeter Otieno

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


“His vast experience is evident not just in his clinical decisions but also in his unwavering dedication to each individual who seeks his help.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Yamila Williams

Dr. Yamila Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Overland Park, KS


I work with busy adults and high functioning professional women experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, stress, burnout, mood concerns, and menopause related mood changes. As a dual-certified nurse practitioner in both adult-gerontology and psychiatric mental health allows me to take a comprehensive, whole-person approach. My goal is to provide personalized care that feels thoughtful, supportive, and not rushed.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Wilburn

Sharon Wilburn

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring years of experience working with people who have faced deep emotional pain, including military populations and clients recovering from long-standing trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, Panic disorders
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Choua Vang

Choua Vang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring an open-minded, affirming, and collaborative approach to care, meeting you where you are without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amanda Frederick

Amanda Frederick

Therapist

Virtual • Lansing, KS


“I have been successful in developing therapeutic relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds, using culturally competent counseling techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Rachel Hill

Dr. Rachel Hill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“In our first session, my focus is on listening to your story and understanding your mental health challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
April Jefferson

April Jefferson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or frustrated with patterns that don’t seem to change. Maybe anxiety is constant, depression has drained your motivation, ADHD is affecting your focus, or past trauma continues to resurface. You want clarity, stability, and relief — not just for today, but long term. You want to feel like yourself again, function better at school or work, and regain control of your emotions instead of feeling controlled by them.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kelle Carver

Kelle Carver

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I help clients reconnect to their inner knowing and learn how to tell the truth to themselves and others, maybe for the first time in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chad Carson

Chad Carson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


As a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, my goal is to create hope and help people to realize that together we can overcome whatever struggles they are facing. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I have been a nurse for 27 years, and I strive to show compassion and understanding to everyone who needs help.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gillian DeLano

Gillian DeLano

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I believe in meeting my clients where they're at. They are the expert in their own story. I'm just here to listen, help process, maybe challenge, and encourage them in their journey. I went to Newman University for my Master's Degree and went on to get my Clinical License. I have worked with varying populations including teens, adults, geriatrics, the prison population, couples counseling, and Christian Counseling. I enjoy working with people who have been through trauma or grief or have experienced anxiety or depression.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cheryl Headley

Cheryl Headley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


My name is Cheryl Headley. I have worked in several different mental health roles throughout my nursing career. I became a nurse practitioner two years ago and have since been treating chldren and adults with many different mental health needs.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexandra Vaoifi

Alexandra Vaoifi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My approach is educational and holistic. In my experience, patients do better when they know how their medications work...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Bachelier

Jacob Bachelier

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I believe therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can show up honestly and without judgment while also feeling guided toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gail Brown

Gail Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I'm a Licensed Master and Clinical Social Worker with over 10 years of experience helping people through some of life's hardest moments. I work with individuals, families, and groups, and I have specialized training in trauma, eating disorders, and sexual health concerns. I'm also passionate about the bigger picture — how the world around us affects our mental health — and I bring that perspective into my work. I'm currently accepting new clients.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Cass

Sarah Cass

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My style is warm and genuine; I'll meet you with steadiness and honesty, and together we'll build practical skills that create real, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jennifer Keane

Jennifer Keane

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I'm a trauma‐informed, neurodivergent‐affirming therapist and LGBTQIA‐ally who values autonomy, clarity, and emotional safety.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Molly Oligbo

Molly Oligbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“Her expertise includes diagnosis and management of various psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Edith Gracius

Edith Gracius

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Overland Park, KS


“I'm a thoughtful listener, deeply empathetic, and genuinely invested in each client's mental health and well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amanda Enriquez

Amanda Enriquez

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“You can expect a direct, laid-back therapist who prioritizes building a genuine therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Anna Shudzeka

Anna Shudzeka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


As a PMHNP-BC, I offer medication management and therapy sessions via Telehealth Mon-Fri 0900- 19:00.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Rush

Samantha Rush

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a supportive and judgment-free space where clients feel comfortable being themselves and talking openly about what they're experiencing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Cecilia Wamburu

Cecilia Wamburu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“When you open up with me, you'll know what it means to feel like your emotions make sense, to feel like there IS relief for you out there.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Linda Daniel-Dim

Linda Daniel-Dim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“The goal of each section with the client is to focus on setting individualized goals and achieving measurable outcomes...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brannon La Force

Brannon La Force

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


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
Natalia Kuzmina

Natalia Kuzmina

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Welcome! My name is Dr. Natalia Kuzmina, PhD. I hold a LMFT/LCMFT license in the states of Florida, Georgia, and Kansas. I earned my PhD. in Couple and Family Therapy from Kansas State University and my Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from Valdosta State University.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Vonzella Watson

Vonzella Watson

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My goal is to create a space where you feel respected, heard, and understood as we work together toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristine MacWithey

Kristine MacWithey

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My style is calming, validating, and straightforward, and I tailor each session to what you need in the moment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rahman Farishta

Rahman Farishta

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Stilwell, KS


“Rahman's holistic approach is listening to each patient's needs and concerns before creating a personalized treatment plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alicia Baros

Alicia Baros

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Kansas


“I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner with doctoral level training in pharmacology and advanced expertise in psychiatric medications.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elijah Buchholz

Elijah Buchholz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Olathe, KS


Hello! My name is Elijah and I have been a licensed therapist for almost 20 years. I specialize in Anxiety/Panic treatment, Couples/Marital Counseling, and am strongly LGBTQ allied. I would love to connect and discuss more about your needs. I come from a Deaf family and am fluent in American Sign Language.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Centurion Johnson

Centurion Johnson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Lawrence, KS


“I am very passionate about helping those that have been disenfranchised, discarded and dismissed by society.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Belt

David Belt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Leawood, KS


“David enjoys using a variety of approaches to meet his clients needs, including Internal Family Systems, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Stephanie Hunter

Stephanie Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through real life experiences, that directly or indirectly caused one trauma or a significant amount of stress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pam Thorp

Pam Thorp

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, substance use challenges, emotional overwhelm, and difficult life transitions. Many of the clients I support feel exhausted from carrying stress, self-doubt, unhealthy coping patterns, or the emotional weight of trying to manage everything on their own.

My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you feel safe, heard, and respected. Together, we’ll work toward understanding what’s keeping you stuck, strengthening healthier coping skills, and creating meaningful, lasting change that supports your emotional wellbeing and everyday life.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melanie Lehman

Melanie Lehman

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


Everyone has the power to grow, heal and improve their life. Maybe you are feeling stuck due to symptoms of depression or anxiety or are feeling overwhelmed by being in a difficult season of life. Therapy can help you process what you have been through, better understand the patterns keeping you stuck, and build healthier ways of coping so you can feel more grounded, resilient, and in control of your life again. Having a seasoned and trusted clinician alongside you can make all the difference in moving you towards your goals. For almost 25 years, I've partnered with individuals experiencing depression, stress management, anger management, and PTSD so they can regain emotional balance, strengthen their relationships, and create healthier, more fulfilling lives. Working with adolescents and adults, I strive to provide a compassionate, supportive space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Beverly Riley

Beverly Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Kansas


“I bring a calm, compassionate approach shaped by years of listening, learning, and deep respect for people's resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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