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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Asheville, NC


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Asheville, NC
Find specialized addiction support in Asheville with providers trained in 12-Step Facilitation, SMART Recovery, and relapse prevention strategies. Headway connects you with 923 licensed providers who understand triggers, cravings, and the recovery journey—with flexible scheduling and virtual options to support your path to sobriety.
I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Financial Social Worker who helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life transitions. My goal is to create a safe, judgment-free space where healing and growth can take place. I believe that emotional and financial health are deeply connected, and I help clients build healthier relationships with both themselves and their money. My approach is compassionate, practical, and rooted in empowerment and self-awareness.
Taking the first step to find a therapist or meet a new therapist is tricky! I am so glad that you are here! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and have been working in Community Mental Health for the past 3 years. My main focus that I work with in my practice over the past few years have mainly been PTSD and Postpartum.
I am a Masters-level therapist dual-licensed in clinical mental health counseling and addictions counseling in North Carolina and Georgia. I am a Level II Certified Attachment-Based Family Therapist and a Certified Adoption Competent Therapist. I am also certified in Natural Flow EMDR. I specialize in treating adolescents, young adults, parents, and families who are struggling with a variety of mental health symptoms and behavioral problems.
I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who works with children, adolescents, and adults. I understand that reaching out for psychiatric care can feel overwhelming—especially when you’ve been struggling for a while, have tried treatments that haven’t worked, or are trying to find the right help for your child.
I work with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, mood disorders, trauma-related symptoms, autism/neurodivergence, sleep difficulties, and emotional or behavioral dysregulation. My goal is to provide a space where you feel heard, understood, and comfortable being honest about what is and isn’t working.
While I work with all ages across the lifespan, I especially enjoy working with children and adolescents and patterning with parents who are trying to understand complex behavioral, emotional, or attention concerns.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 11 years of experience. I’m licensed in North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. My experience began in a dual-diagnosis hospital with adolescents facing chronic illness and mental health challenges. "Social work chose me as a way to live out my purpose of helping others find hope and healing".
Leandra Davidson, MBA, MSN, PMHNP-BC Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
VIRTUAL VISITS & MEDICATION MANAGEMENT ONLY IN NC, VA, DC, AND MD
Leandra is a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) licensed in North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC and Maryland. Leandra provides compassionate, evidence-based care for adults, with a special passion for working with veterans. Her services include comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual’s needs with extensive experience treating:
- PTSD
- Mood Disorders
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Veterans ( VA community Care and Tricare)
- ADHD (including testing)
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Asheville, NC



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 97%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 82%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 94%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 61%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
- 49%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey

- 100%English
- 4%Spanish
- 1%Hindi

- 85%Online only
- 15%In-person or online

- 76%Woman
- 24%Man

- 36%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor
- 34%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 11%Nurse Practitioner
- 9%Substance Use Disorder
- 4%Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor

- 99%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 22%Couples therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


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 Asheville
Finding addiction therapists in Asheville starts with matching the therapist’s experience to the kind of support you want. Addiction care can include support for substance use, alcohol use, behavioral concerns, cravings, relapse prevention, and related concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training in approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-based care. Some people may also include a psychiatrist or other prescriber as part of their care team.
Asheville has a smaller local therapy market than larger North Carolina cities, so virtual appointments can expand the number of therapists available to you. You may prefer an in-person office near Asheville, or you may want virtual sessions that fit your schedule more easily. Recovery can change over time, so it helps to look for a therapist who describes a nonjudgmental style and experience with harm reduction, relapse prevention, or substance use counseling. Reading bios can also show how each therapist structures sessions, communicates, and supports people with addiction-related concerns.
Therapy in Asheville can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before you book. Headway helps you compare therapists who are accepting new patients, review estimated out-of-pocket costs after you enter your insurance details, and book directly when you’re ready. You can browse addiction therapists in Asheville, review bios, and choose someone who matches your needs, schedule, and plan.
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
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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