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

Whether you're facing alcohol, opioid, or stimulant challenges, Raleigh-based providers on Headway offer comprehensive addiction support using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, 12-step facilitation, and harm reduction strategies. Find a provider who understands your recovery goals and works with your insurance.

Christopher Mullen

Christopher Mullen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wilmington, NC


“I personally have overcome many challenges in life including addiction, relationship issues, abuse, and trauma and I have dedicated my life to helping others.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kara Kindley Lemon

Kara Kindley Lemon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waxhaw, NC


“I bring a holistic, calming approach: psychological(emotions, emotions management), cognitive(thoughts, understanding)...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Wesley

Regina Wesley

Therapist

Virtual • Fayetteville, NC


“My passions includes helping people regulate their emotions and create the quality of life they desire.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Counselman

Charles Counselman

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NC


“I specialize in meeting my clients virtually via tele-health to treat those looking for help with Depression, Anxiety, Men's Issues, Alcohol and Substance Use Issues, Marriage and Relationships Issues, and Process Addictions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ronald Whicker

Ronald Whicker

Therapist

Virtual • Hendersonville, NC


“My goals for every client interaction are for you to feel: heard, respected, and validated as a person.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kim Guercio

Kim Guercio

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to create a space and time for you to explore your experiences and challenges in order to make positive changes in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Chelsi Steen

Chelsi Steen

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you feel seen, empowered, and equipped with tools to live a happier and fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shashonna Moore

Shashonna Moore

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“During the past 15 years I've gained valuable academic training and real-life experiences that help me meet individuals where they are and empower them to heal, grow, and meet their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Taylor

Paula Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“Therapy can be a safe space to explore your story and create new endings to former troubling life events and circumstances.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Richzer Vincent Villamor

Richzer Vincent Villamor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“I approach therapy and use of medications with respect, curiosity, and a deep belief in the resilience of the human spirit.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rose Neugroschel

Rose Neugroschel

Therapist

Virtual • Asheville, NC


“My approach to treatment is collaborative, individualized, supportive yet practical, grounded in CBT yet guided by psychodynamic principles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Smith

Stephanie Smith

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


I provide therapy for people feeling stuck and overwhelmed with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and eating disorders.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Randine Nadeau

Randine Nadeau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Carolina


“My approach is that we are a team working toward reduced suffering using empathy, wisdom and hopefully grace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Trina McDonald

Trina McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“During our sessions you can expect to collaborate with me to work toward your personalized goals to achieve balance and well-being...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melani Green

Melani Green

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


“My goal is to help you find clarity, build self-awareness, and move forward in a way that feels authentic and empowering.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Harley Strickland

Harley Strickland

Therapist

Virtual • North Carolina


Reaching out can be hard and I am here to help begin the process of healing and being there to help us become a better you. My goal and desire is to help teach you and provide you the essentials to overcome your obstacles. When life gets overwhelming at times, we forget to take care of ourselves. Depression and anxiety does not have to be a part of your everyday life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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
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

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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 Raleigh, NC

Finding addiction therapists in Raleigh starts with understanding what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, substance use concerns, gambling, or other behavioral patterns. Some therapists use approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, or harm reduction frameworks. You may also want a therapist who can coordinate with a prescriber if medication is part of your care plan.

Raleigh offers a range of mental health care options, and the right fit depends on more than specialty alone. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions near your home, work, or campus, or virtual appointments that give you more scheduling options across North Carolina. Recovery does not follow one fixed path, so it can help to look for a therapist whose bio mentions nonjudgmental support, harm reduction, relapse prevention, or experience with co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. You can also compare appointment times, therapy approach, and whether a free phone consultation is offered before booking.

Therapy in Raleigh can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and make ongoing support easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for addiction therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed bios, verify insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book, so you can find someone who matches your needs, accepts your plan, and has time available.

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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