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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Charlotte, NC

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Charlotte, NC

Charlotte's addiction recovery landscape includes diverse treatment modalities available through Headway, from dialectical behavior therapy to community reinforcement approaches. Our 855 providers work with your insurance to support your journey toward sobriety without financial barriers.

Deana Haynes

Deana Haynes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Asheville, NC


“My style is warm, empathic, and sometimes humorous—but always direct and focused on helping you meet your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Johnny Manning

Johnny Manning

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My methods are based in cognitive behavioral therapies that intend to lead the client to a better understanding of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lauren Blue

Lauren Blue

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I am passionate about my work with individuals who have a history of trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, ADHD, mood-disorders, and BPD.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Martha Eseh

Martha Eseh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Clemmons, NC


“I am very patient with my clients and will partner with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you and improve outcome.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kendria Harris

Kendria Harris

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I have a laid back approach to therapy and prioritize creating a safe/therapeutic environment for individuals and family members who choose to heal from the impact substance addiction has on the family.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlie Taylor

Charlie Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! I'm Charlie. I'm a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with over 8 years of experience. I enjoy working with individuals 18 and up. I specialize in working with clients who struggle with substance use, managing anxiety, depression, stress, life transitions, and relationship issues in regards to being single or becoming a better partner. I received my BA in Experimental Psychology and my Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling from the University of South Carolina.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Lonergan

Lauren Lonergan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is collaborative and patient-centered, focused on creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
LaToya Harley

LaToya Harley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cary, NC


LaToya Harley is a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. She receive a Master of Science in Nursing in Psychiatry at the University of South Alabama. She has worked inpatient and outpatient, psychiatric, and community health settings. In Lifespan Psychiatry: Substance Abuse, Psychotic Disorders, Mood Disorders, PTSD, Cognitive Disorders, Anxiety Disorders, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity Disorders, Personality, Autism/ADHD, Mental Retardation, Developmental Conduct Disorders

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeff Whitfield

Jeff Whitfield

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“We will take a practical, solution-focused and values-based approach for whatever issues you are facing in a warm, collaborative way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Wohl

Jessica Wohl

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“If you are looking for someone to help challenge you, empower you, and hold you accountable, while being able to speak completely freely then let's start your journey together!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Anne Rakip

Dr. Anne Rakip

Therapist

Virtual • Calabash, NC


“I have extensive experience working with individuals, couples and families... I have a number of years of experience working with substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Bush

Tiffany Bush

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to therapy is to ask questions, listen and work towards understanding what the individual wants and needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Quick-Graham

Lauren Quick-Graham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is for you to feel heard and empowered. After the intake/initial session, I focus on skill building as a goal to help you feel like you can take something tangible away from therapy immediately.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Wadsworth

William Wadsworth

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I strive to understand my client's lived experience from their perspective and collaborate on goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicole Harrison

Nicole Harrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach to mental health care focuses on helping patients understand that brain health is just as important as physical health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lee Trometer

Lee Trometer

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I tend to keep our sessions on the looser side, not because I don't take your situation seriously, but because the looseness is part of the medicine.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bassey Kalu

Bassey Kalu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lumberton, NC


“I take a holistic and non-judgmental approach to help you feel comfortable; thereby enabling you to improve your life and achieve the goals that you have set for yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ryan Bell

Ryan Bell

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Hi! Im Ryan Bell, an LCMHC, and I have been working with young adults, adolescents and their families for over 15 years in a variety of settings, from boarding schools to homeless shelters, to wilderness therapy. I have had extensive experience in supporting anxiety, depression, crisis interventions, trauma, and behavioral concerns in adolescents, while supporting parents in their personal journeys to figure out how to put their own oxygen mask on before they can help themselves.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrie Costa

Carrie Costa

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My style is direct and I often incorporate humor into our sessions. Most of my clients would describe me as easy to talk to.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Allison Butler

Allison Butler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapeutic approach is grounded in evidence-based practices. I utilize multiple modalities to help identify and change unhelpful thought patterns, build emotional regulation skills, foster psychological flexibility, and quickly identify and...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny Hayes

Jenny Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I draw from psychodynamic, interpersonal, and evidence-based modalities, including Mindfulness, CBT, EFT, and IFS, to provide tailored, goal-oriented support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Enevoldsen

Jennifer Enevoldsen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Being married for 30+ years and adopting children with traumatic histories increases my empathy and provides a unique perspective on parenting, trauma, and many other life issues.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa McShane Lloyd

Lisa McShane Lloyd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Madison, NC


I am professional, compassionate, empathetic, and honest.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carter Bain

Carter Bain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and EMDR-certified therapist, dedicated to providing a warm, empowering space for healing. A graduate of Virginia Commonwealth University, I specialize in helping individuals reprocess trauma, build skills to manage emotional dysregulation, and develop a more positive mindset. My approach is client-centered and trauma-informed, guiding you toward resilience and lasting change. Whether you're facing PTSD, anxiety, or life transitions, I am here to support your journey to well-being.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Robert Testen

Robert Testen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I use supportive and sometimes challenging feedback along with humor when appropriate, to help gain insights and new perspectives into difficult roles and relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sana Anas

Sana Anas

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My therapy approach is warm and person-centered, and providing a holistic approach to therapy is my passion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Ball

Stephen Ball

Therapist

Virtual • Wilmington, NC


“I work alongside my clients in a collaborative, supportive way—focusing on trust, connection, and what truly matters to you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robin Day

Robin Day

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I've been a therapist for over 25 years. I am certified in Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, trained in EMDR, and have taught DBT coping skills both one-on-one and in groups.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Windy Terwilliger

Windy Terwilliger

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I integrate EMDR and Somatic Experiencing with traditional talk therapy to help clients not only understand their challenges but also release the patterns that keep them stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jeri Jefferys

Jeri Jefferys

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Welcome to Live Addiction Free! My name is Jeri Jefferys, and I'm a Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist, Certified Clinical Supervisor, Master Addiction Counselor, and Certified Health Coach, with over 25 years experience in behavioral health treatment and adult education. I'm also a person in long-term sustained recovery with lived experience, who knows first hand the many challenges that addiction creates and that recovery is not a one size fits all, but a personal process.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Karabinos

Andrew Karabinos

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I provide Person-centered therapy that is focused on aligning with you in accomplishing the goals you have envisioned for yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Identity issues, Men's issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Beresnyak

Lisa Beresnyak

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


“Lisa uses mindfulness/wellness approaches along with other modalities to work with client's to rely on their inner resources, become connected to their bodies, and begin living self-aware lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicholas Chamberlain

Nicholas Chamberlain

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I specialize in and enjoy working with children and adolescents struggling with defiance, conduct issues, trauma, and emotional difficulties.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Rifkin

Carolyn Rifkin

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“She believes that therapy begins with a good relationship and fit between counselor and client and works hard to establish trust and safety early on.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alisha Dennis-Brinson

Alisha Dennis-Brinson

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My counseling style is client centered and empathetic. I believe in using tools that will best help the client become aware of their inner strength as they work on their journey to wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ashley Abraham

Ashley Abraham

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help clients feel understood, empowered, and supported as they move toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alicia Tyler

Alicia Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“I offer a compassionate, whole-person approach that blends clinical expertise with body-based practices like mindfulness and yoga.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Ciffone

Danielle Ciffone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Raleigh, NC


Along with unconditional positive regard, Danielle utilizes modalities such as motivational interviewing (MI), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). She has her LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), LCAS (Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist), and is currently working on her RPT (Registered Play Therapy) Certification.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Bloom

Dr. Nancy Bloom

Psychologist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


I genuinely enjoy my work as a psychologist, and feel honored and privileged to be able to help people on their journey toward health, happiness and well-being. I strive to being a good listener, compassionate, respectful and nonjudgmental. I have a doctorate in Clinical Psychology, with 23 years experience in private practice during which I saw a great diversity of clientele, each owning a variety of mental health issues. I have specialties in substance use issues, mood and anxiety disorders, sport psychology, as well as grief and life transitions. I work with teens and adults of all ages, and I have a special place in my heart for folks who have served our country in the military and for senior citizens.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Yow

Michael Yow

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Greensboro, NC


“My goal is that clients can find a new connection with themselves, restore a sense of wonder in their lives...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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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 Charlotte, NC

Finding addiction therapists in Charlotte starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, substance use, drug use, compulsive behaviors, relapse prevention, and related concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship strain. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match your situation. Some therapists use motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-assisted care when a prescriber is part of your care team.

Charlotte has many therapy options across neighborhoods and nearby areas, which can make it harder to narrow your search. Start with the basics: whether you want in-person appointments or virtual sessions, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether their schedule fits yours. Recovery can involve changes over time, so it also helps to look for a therapist whose bio reflects a nonjudgmental style and experience with substance use care. Reading profiles before booking can give you a clearer sense of each therapist’s approach, structure, and communication style.

Addiction therapy in Charlotte can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make care easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your needs, confirm your insurance, and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before your first session. You can review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.

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

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