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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in New Orleans, LA
Recovery from addiction, alcohol use disorder, or drug dependence starts with the right support in New Orleans. Headway offers flexible therapy with providers experienced in 12-Step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and dual diagnosis treatment. Free intake calls available, with sessions often covered by insurance and average savings of 75% for clients.
“I build trust and rapport through empathy and humor, and respect the client's goals for growth and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Grief or loss, Panic disorders, Stress management
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect to walk away from sessions feeling empowered and encouraged, ready to make small changes to tackle life's big problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“Working from a perspective that is Humanistic and Mindfulness informed, I help people develop a connection with the inner guidance that is our natural source of healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work together with my clients to foster a space of acceptance, respect, and empowerment, helping them navigate life's complexities with greater clarity and confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“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
“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 10 insurance carriers
“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
“I believe therapy is not about erasing your past, but gaining tools, support, and insight to create a healthier future.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I view each person as the expert of their own life—and my role is to support, guide, and empower you...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hello! I’m Ryan Forbes, a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience in the mental health field. I hold a Bachelor's degree from Texas Tech University (2003) and a Master's degree from Asbury Theological Seminary (2008). My practice primarily focuses on working with adults and older teens, helping them navigate life’s challenges and find balance.
If you are struggling to be the best person you can be for your spouse or your family I would love to help.
Beyond my professional qualifications, I bring real-world experience to my work. I’ve been happily married for 26 years and am the proud parent of four wonderful children, which has enriched my understanding of the complexities of family dynamics and personal growth.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm here to create a safe, judgment-free space where you and your family can feel heard and truly fleurish.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a space that feels both supportive and authentic, often incorporating warmth, softness, and appropriate humor to help clients feel comfortable, connected, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative and patient-centered, with a focus on creating a comfortable, judgment-free environment where you feel heard and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Currently working towards a Doctorate in Psychology (PsyD). I am Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Louisiana, Minnesota, and Georgia. My specialties include mental health, substance abuse, depression, anxiety grief, divorce, and stress. My work background includes, EAP Counselor, Alcohol Drug Social Work Supervisor, Program Manager. Licensed Master Social Worker - Advanced Practitioner, Licensed Chemical Dependency Specialist, and Licensed Marriage and Family Specialist.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach provides a safe, judgment-free space where you can be vulnerable and authentic with every part of you; even the ones you don't like.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“In our therapy sessions, clients can expect to feel empowered and gain a fresh perspective on their challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
I am a lifelong resident of South Louisiana. I received a BA in Anthropology from Northwestern State University in Natchitoches and Master’s in Social Work from LSU in 2010. I spent two years in England working in child protection before returning home. Though I consider my background in working with children and families, I currently enjoy helping clients of all ages facilitate the change that they desire to better their own lives. In 2016, I received my LCSW and began working in clinical practice.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My therapy style is warm and accepting. I believe in treating individuals with respect, compassion, and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Welcome to my page! I enjoy working with people to help them live happier, more fulfilling lives. I’ve worked in a variety of settings with a diverse range of clients and welcome people from all walks of life. I promise to give my best to each individual, starting with a thorough assessment and creating a detailed treatment plan guided by their needs. My counseling mantra is 'Nobody cares what you know until they know that you care."
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My style is nonjudgmental, encouraging, and collaborative, with a focus on building insight, strengthening coping skills, improving communication, and creating clear steps toward lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My style is straightforward, supportive, and down-to-earth. Therapy with me isn't about judgment or having all the answers.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“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
“At the point of termination, I often hear my clients say they feel empowered and confident in their own ability to manage their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe healing is about more than symptom reduction. It's about rediscovering your strengths, restoring hope, improving relationships, and creating a life that aligns with your values and purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“With more than 37 years of experience, I believe therapy should give you room to feel heard while also helping you find practical ways forward.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“Clarence utilizes a variety of approaches including, cognitive behavioral, motivational interviewing, mindfulness and psychodynamic therapies.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I utilize a person-centered approach and am committed to providing empathetic, compassionate support to help you achieve your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I consider myself an empathetic, yet solution focused therapist. Helping you reach your goals is my number 1 goal.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms, through evidence-based practice, compassionate listening, and collaborative decision-making.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is rooted in the belief that our stories and experiences shape who we are, and that by exploring them, we can create space for healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I provide a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can process painful experiences, better understand your emotional patterns, and begin developing healthier ways to cope.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My approach is meeting my clients where they are. By creating an environment where they can express themselves and together we find a solution to their problems.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“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
“Instead of just learning to live with your symptoms, we work to process the emotional pain at its source.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I bring genuine warmth and curiosity to every session, and I care deeply about building a real relationship with each person I work with.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“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
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
“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 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in New Orleans, LA
Number of therapists serving New Orleans, LA
308+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 97%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 82%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 97%Cigna
- 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 40%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
- 36%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 3%Spanish
- 1%Vietnamese
How they see their clients
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 77%Woman
- 23%Man
License types
- 37%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 35%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 10%Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor
- 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
- 98%Individual therapy
- 44%Family therapy
- 26%Couples therapy
- 14%Child or adolescent therapy
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