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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Lake Charles, LA

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Lake Charles, LA

Headway connects Lake Charles residents with 307 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment, including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction approaches. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance coverage.

Dr. Brian Wise

Dr. Brian Wise

Therapist

Virtual • Metairie, LA


“Most people who reach out to me have been carrying something they have not felt ready to say out loud yet.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Robert Nijjar

Robert Nijjar

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Formally educated in individual and family therapy, with 8 years total experience working with individuals and families in all settings including: in-home, office, schools, and telehealth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stephanie Banks

Stephanie Banks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Slidell, LA


“I work as your coach, uplifting and motivating you to work on positive recovery capital such as hope, resilience, trust, and self-efficacy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Dominique Coley

Dr. Dominique Coley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


“I have over 12 years of psychiatric nursing experience, with nearly the last 7 years as a Nurse Practitioner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Virginia Peden

Virginia Peden

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mandeville, LA


“My approach integrates trauma-informed somatic psychology, attachment theory, and interpersonal neurobiology, which means we're not just talking about problems—we're working with your nervous system, your relational patterns, and your capacity for...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antoinette Woods

Antoinette Woods

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I take a non-judgmental open-minded approach. I like to focus on CBT therapy and identifying and processing through thoughts and how it plays a significant role in behavior.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Robert Tucker

Robert Tucker

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“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
Kelli Means

Kelli Means

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is welcoming and conversational. I am known for being upfront and honest always and blunt when needed...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rashan Carter-Davison

Rashan Carter-Davison

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe in working with clients by meeting them where they are. This is your journey and we will respect the process as such.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Martin

Taylor Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I tailor each session to each individuals specific needs; everyone is unique and requires specific styles of therapy that works best for them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rakinzie Fisher-Denham

Rakinzie Fisher-Denham

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My style is warm, honest, empowering, and grounded. I will challenge barriers to change while also celebrating both small and big wins along the way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nina Taylor

Nina Taylor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 12 years of mental health nursing experience. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from Herzing University. My areas of focus include mood disorders, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, substance use disorders, and behavioral concerns.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Samia Jada

Samia Jada

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I’m a therapist who supports individuals and couples through pregnancy, postpartum, and the transition into parenthood. As a mom myself, I understand that this season can bring incredible joy, but also stress, anxiety, overwhelm, relationship changes, and emotions that can be difficult to talk about.

I work with women, men, and couples to better understand what they’re experiencing, strengthen communication, and navigate this life transition together. Whether you’re struggling personally, trying to support your partner, or feeling disconnected as a couple, you don’t have to figure it all out alone.

My goal is to provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Larry Hayes

Larry Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • New Orleans, LA


“I understand that family, culture, and the realities of life in communities like New Orleans can shape how we deal with pain, trust others, and ask for help.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tunisia Nelson

Tunisia Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have a MSW in social work and a BA in Psyhcology with a minor in African American studies. My educational background and career include extensive work with transitional age youth, teens, children and families and other disenfranchised populations.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessi Guillory

Jessi Guillory

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Eunice, LA


“I am committed to helping patients and helping finding solutions to whatever they are enduring, being reliable, practicing with integrity and empathy, and having compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sharon Pleasant

Sharon Pleasant

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, LA


“I believe our struggles often have deeper roots, and understanding where they come from can help us stop repeating patterns that leave us feeling stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shannon Fowler

Shannon Fowler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Clients learn emotion regulation to better manage daily life through a supportive experience focused on helping to achieve their goals and address their concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki

Kimberly Ragas-Matalamaki

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy to help you identify patterns, clarify goals, and create practical next steps.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Beverly Hulbin

Beverly Hulbin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Minden, LA


“I take a person-centered, collaborative approach to therapy, tailoring each session to your unique needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stacey Smith

Stacey Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“When you work with me, you can expect a warm and compassionate environment where your concerns are validated.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shauntoria Shepherd

Shauntoria Shepherd

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My goal is to create a comfortable, down-to-earth space where you can drop your filter, breathe, and figure things out.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anthony Bundy

Anthony Bundy

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kristina McCray

Kristina McCray

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Kristina's counseling style is warm and interactive. She believes in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Celeste Jackson

Celeste Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I keep sessions warm and open. You won't get a clinician sitting back taking notes, you'll get someone in the conversation with you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shaterrika Williams

Shaterrika Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kimberly Friels

Kimberly Friels

Therapist

Virtual • Lafayette, LA


“Trauma healing is not about erasing the past, but about learning to live fully and safely in the present.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Stress management
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Louisa Lichtman

Louisa Lichtman

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I truly believe in the power of one: we are all interconnected, and everyone healing/growing/living as their truest self makes the world a better place.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashley Navarre

Ashley Navarre

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Kenner, LA


“My goal is to overall promote psychological wellbeing. I earned my Master's of Nursing from Herzing University...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Wanda Bush

Wanda Bush

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“I come to you with many years of clinical and relevant and relatable personal experiences. I have navigated many of the same challenges that my clients are currently going through.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Reed

Andrea Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lafayette, LA


“My approach to therapy is empathetic, nonjudgmental, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on building trust and rapport.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Guidry

Michele Guidry

Therapist

Virtual • Baton Rouge, LA


My name is Michele. I am a licensed clinical social worker with 22 years of experience. I am licensed in the state of Louisiana by the Louisiana State Board of Social Work Examiners. I grew up near the New Orleans area in a small town called Luling. I graduated from Nicholls State University in Thibodaux Louisiana and Tulane University in New Orleans.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jill Wheeler

Jill Wheeler

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My counseling style is warm and approachable. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Candace Castille

Candace Castille

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Candace is a dedicated clinician committed to fostering personal growth, healing, and resilience in individuals, couples and families.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
L. Monique Robinson

L. Monique Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Springhill, LA


“I strive to create a collaborative environment where we work together to understand and treat your mental health concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Claire McNair

Mary Claire McNair

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


Hi, I'm Mary Claire. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing virtually in both Florida and Louisiana. For the the past 25 years I've supported individuals in reclaiming their joy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Thiel

Megan Thiel

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“Megan recognizes that not everyone might be familiar with talking to a therapist and she wants everyone to feel comfortable getting the help they want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lizzie West

Dr. Lizzie West

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My specialty is Narcissistic Abuse Recovery Therapy. I am committed to supporting those who have been abused by narcissists, on their journey toward mental and emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ryan Martin

Ryan Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New Orleans, LA


“Clients can expect to enter a warm, supportive, non-judgmental space where they are free to explore the successes and challenges of life...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michael VanderWaal

Michael VanderWaal

Therapist

Virtual • Louisiana


“My approach is integrative, drawing on Internal Family Systems (IFS), cognitive-behavioral therapy, and mindfulness-based practices to support clients in making sense of difficult experiences and building real, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Lake Charles, LA

Number of therapists serving Lake Charles, LA
There are over 305 therapists in Lake Charles, LA accepting new patients.
305+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 80%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 98%Cigna
  • 93%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 45%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 45%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%Vietnamese
How they see their clients
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  • 92%Online only
  • 8%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 78%Woman
  • 22%Man
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 11%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 48%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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