What kind of therapy is best for addiction?

Motivational Interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and contingency management are effective for addiction. These therapies help manage cravings and develop coping strategies.

How much does addiction counseling cost in Nevada?

Once you choose a therapist and enter [your insurance details](https://headway.co/clients/understanding-health-insurance), we'll verify your insurance and estimate your in-network session costs for addiction counseling in Nevada. Because we partner with 70+ of the nation's top insurance plans, we're able to provide you with accurate estimates before you even book.

Are there medications that treat addiction?

Yes, depending on the specific addiction and severity, a licensed provider may recommend medications that can help your unique needs. For example, medications like methadone and buprenorphine are commonly used to manage opioid addiction. And medications like varenicline and bupropion can be used to help manage nicotine addiction, making it easier to quit smoking.

Is addiction counseling covered by insurance in Nevada?

Most plans include [some sort of coverage for mental health care](https://headway.co/clients/understanding-health-insurance), often including addiction and substance use disorders. Here's how to check your mental health coverage for your current plan: - Enter your insurance plan details on [Headway](https://headway.co/) to see if we can instantly verify - Visit your insurance company's website or app - Review your EOB (explanation of benefits) and look for details on "behavioral health benefits" - Call your insurance company directly to ask

How do I choose an addiction specialist in Nevada?

Headway can help you find licensed therapists and psychiatrists who provide addiction counseling or substance use disorder treatment. Start by selecting your state and insurance on Headway. From there, you can filter by what matters most to you — like provider ethnicity, age, gender, or therapy style. We'll show you therapists who match your preferences and accept your plan. Get to know each provider through their Headway profile, and when you're ready, instantly book a free intro call to see if they're the right fit.

How should I prepare for addiction counseling sessions?

Be honest about your addiction, and come prepared with questions and concerns.

Is addiction therapy effective?

Yes, addiction therapy can be highly effective in managing cravings, developing coping strategies, and achieving long-term recovery.

Find addiction counseling in Nevada

Rhonda Heath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV

“I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, ADHD, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Substance Abuse. My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that...”

“I specialize in Depression, Anxiety, Insomnia, ADHD, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS), and Substance Abuse. My approach to care is to meet you where you are. Ideally, you are ready for a holistic approach that focuses on supplements, therapy, TMS, and regular exercise.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Mercy Quintanilla

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

5550 Painted Mirage Road, Las Vegas, NV

“With clinical experience across the lifespan and specialties in ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance use, I offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive care in both English and Spanish.”

“With clinical experience across the lifespan and specialties in ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, and substance use, I offer trauma-informed, culturally responsive care in both English and Spanish. As a bilingual, board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with Indigenous roots and lived immigrant experience, I founded Cristal Psykare to...”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Juan Mendoza

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I work with adults and adolescents in English and Spanish, offering online support for anxiety, depression, addictions, stress and trauma-related concerns. I'm Juan Mendoza, a psychotherapist licensed as a Mental...”

“I work with adults and adolescents in English and Spanish, offering online support for anxiety, depression, addictions, stress and trauma-related concerns. I'm Juan Mendoza, a psychotherapist licensed as a Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in Florida and a Clinical Professional Counselor (CPC) in Nevada.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Carlos Jimenez Pozo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada

“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma-related conditions, sleep disorders, substance use disorders, and those seeking...”

“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, OCD, trauma-related conditions, sleep disorders, substance use disorders, and those seeking... I believe in building a trusting therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in your treatment.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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MacKenzie Rooney

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I spent over two years working at a substance use rehabilitation center with individuals transitioning out of incarceration. I am a person-centered therapist who prioritizes the relationship that is cultivated...”

“I spent over two years working at a substance use rehabilitation center with individuals transitioning out of incarceration. I am a person-centered therapist who prioritizes the relationship that is cultivated between a client and therapist.”

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna

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Dr. Joseph Morris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV

“...using multiple treatment options, which includes using psychotherapy and/or medication management, to help individuals and couples cope with issues related to anger, aggressive behaviors, anxiety, addiction...”

“...using multiple treatment options, which includes using psychotherapy and/or medication management, to help individuals and couples cope with issues related to anger, aggressive behaviors, anxiety, addiction... My goal is to empower persons to be their best possible self in order to live a rewarding and productive life.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Oscar Sida

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

1334 South Maryland Parkway, Las Vegas, NV

“For my clinical work, I specialize in process addictions and psychological trauma. My approach to therapy is client-centered, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practice.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Dr. Rosalyn Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I am a certified informed addiction medicine professional, a certified grief and loss professional, and a trauma-informed professional. I have been an MSW for 30 years, licensed as an LCSW for 20 years, and I am...”

“I am a certified informed addiction medicine professional, a certified grief and loss professional, and a trauma-informed professional. I have been an MSW for 30 years, licensed as an LCSW for 20 years, and I am currently pursuing my doctorate in Social Work at USC.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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Yohannes Wolde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV

“My practice focuses on compassionate, individualized care through medication management, counseling, and evidence-based substance abuse treatment to help clients achieve long-term emotional wellness and...”

“My practice focuses on compassionate, individualized care through medication management, counseling, and evidence-based substance abuse treatment to help clients achieve long-term emotional wellness and stability.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Milissa Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I specialize in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel genuinely seen and equipped — therapy is collaborative, and you are...”

“I specialize in supporting clients navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and substance use. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel genuinely seen and equipped — therapy is collaborative, and you are the expert on your own experience.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Marci Hinchey

Therapist

Virtual • Minden, NV

“I also specialize in treatment of addictions. I have experience working with youth and families, depression and anxiety, as well as in the addictions field.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

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Julie Lang

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I am within several classes of achieving a second Master's degree in the field of substance abuse treatment. I have additional formal and practical training in the areas of trauma informed care, impulse control/anger...”

“I am within several classes of achieving a second Master's degree in the field of substance abuse treatment. I have additional formal and practical training in the areas of trauma informed care, impulse control/anger management, crisis intervention, and cognitive behavioral modification strategies.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Nevada

“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder...”

“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder , Eating disorders, Schizophrenia and Mood disorders, OCD, PTSD, Gender Dysphoria, Individual and Family Counseling Services.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Therapist

Virtual & in-person

222 South Rainbow Boulevard, Las Vegas, NV

“My areas that I specialize in are all forms of trauma, personality disorders, drug and alcohol abuse, sexual offending, fetal alcohol syndrome, neuro-cognitive individuals and child and family dysfunction...”

“My areas that I specialize in are all forms of trauma, personality disorders, drug and alcohol abuse, sexual offending, fetal alcohol syndrome, neuro-cognitive individuals and child and family dysfunction... My goal is to give you the confidence to realize that I intend to see things through your eyes to get your perspective, that I am going to...”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Stephanie Armenta

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV

“I have experience treating issues related to both mental health and addiction. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as, grief & loss among many other mental health issues.”

“I have experience treating issues related to both mental health and addiction. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, as well as, grief & loss among many other mental health issues. Si gusta recibir servicios de terapia en Español por favor pongase en contacto conmigo.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Scarlett Funkhouser

Therapist

Virtual • Henderson, NV

“My expertise encompasses a wide range of mental health issues, including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, family and parenting difficulties, stress management, trauma, drug and alcohol-related issues...”

“My expertise encompasses a wide range of mental health issues, including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, family and parenting difficulties, stress management, trauma, drug and alcohol-related issues... My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices, ensuring that I implement clinically-proven techniques tailored to each...”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Affirming, Challenging, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

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Kristine Peters

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I'm a licensed professional counselor and certified alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) in Las Vegas, Nevada. I bring a perspective that almost no other therapist has: an understanding of how sleep, nutrition,...”

“I'm a licensed professional counselor and certified alcohol and drug counselor (LCADC) in Las Vegas, Nevada. I bring a perspective that almost no other therapist has: an understanding of how sleep, nutrition, inflammation, and physical health intersect with anxiety, depression, and addiction.”

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma

Direct, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Aetna Medicare Advantage,

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Christina Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction, & severe mental health illnesses. Using evidence-based approaches like Eye Movement Desensitization &...”

“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced trauma, anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction, & severe mental health illnesses. Using evidence-based approaches like Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)...”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Ally Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I specialize in working with individuals navigating chronic illness, chronic pain, addiction, complex grief, end-of-life concerns, and trauma. I believe in meeting clients where they are, honoring their unique...”

“I specialize in working with individuals navigating chronic illness, chronic pain, addiction, complex grief, end-of-life concerns, and trauma. I believe in meeting clients where they are, honoring their unique experiences, needs, and goals.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Jenny DeSantis

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I especially enjoy working with adults and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or couples struggles. I create a space where you don't have to pretend everything's fine. Here, you can lay down...”

“I especially enjoy working with adults and couples facing anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, or couples struggles. I create a space where you don't have to pretend everything's fine. Here, you can lay down the weight of 'having it all together'...”

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Deena Ott

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I also specialize in grief and loss issues, addictions, also unhealthy relationships with food and/or body image issues. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with.”

“I also specialize in grief and loss issues, addictions, also unhealthy relationships with food and/or body image issues. My approach to therapy varies based on the needs of each client I work with. I generally refer to and use a number of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy skills. I also incorporate DBT skills when applicable.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

Alejandro Leon

Therapist

Virtual • Las Vegas, NV

“I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, substance use and recovery-related concerns, mood disorders, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions...”

“I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, substance use and recovery-related concerns, mood disorders, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions... I believe that each client has unique strengths, and therapy should be tailored to their individual needs, values, and goals.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Dr. Kevin Knutson

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“My areas of expertise include sexual abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, and leadership. I have presented at many local, state, and national professional conferences and have taught many masters’...”

“My areas of expertise include sexual abuse, domestic violence, substance abuse, parenting, and leadership. I have presented at many local, state, and national professional conferences and have taught many masters’ level mental health courses for the past 20+ years.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder,

Direct, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Providence Health Plan

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Mary Michelle Corso-Maina

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“What I've found is that many of their symptoms, anxiety, depression, substance abuse or other addiction issues, etc. usually stem from one or more traumatic experiences they've had.”

“What I've found is that many of their symptoms, anxiety, depression, substance abuse or other addiction issues, etc. usually stem from one or more traumatic experiences they've had. I use a strengths-based, trauma informed care approach to help you see the best in yourself, which is how I choose to see the people I work with.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Affirming, Challenging, Direct

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, United Healthcare,

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Joshua Summers

Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing compassionate, collaborative therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, trauma, OCD, substance use...”

“I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing compassionate, collaborative therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, emotional overwhelm, relationship challenges, trauma, OCD, substance use... I believe therapy should feel both validating and productive, helping clients better understand themselves while also building tools...”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Curative,

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Madison Knowles

Therapist

Virtual • Henderson, NV

“I have worked in the corrections, forensics, severe mental health, and substance abuse settings. I have worked with all ages and am LGBT+ friendly. I have had extensive experience with multiple populations including...”

“I have worked in the corrections, forensics, severe mental health, and substance abuse settings. I have worked with all ages and am LGBT+ friendly. I have had extensive experience with multiple populations including people with special needs, I am Proficient in parent training, family counseling, counseling teens and even adults.”

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety,

Direct, Energetic, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

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Therapist

Virtual • Nevada

“I have been practicing in the addiction field for 10+ years, and in mental health for 6. Hi, my name is Maria Krause, I specialize in treatment of mental health including bi-polar, depression, anxiety, trauma,...”

“I have been practicing in the addiction field for 10+ years, and in mental health for 6. Hi, my name is Maria Krause, I specialize in treatment of mental health including bi-polar, depression, anxiety, trauma, substance abuse, and gambling addiction. I am EMDR trained and Moral Reconation therapy trained as well.”

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions,