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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Columbus, OH

Recovery from addiction is supported through Headway's network of 585 providers in Columbus offering modalities including DBT skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and medication management. Free intake consultations are available to help you find the right fit for your unique recovery needs.

Dr. Karrol-Jo Foster

Dr. Karrol-Jo Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is structured, supportive, and focused on helping you build practical tools to move forward with confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charles Justice

Charles Justice

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I integrate trauma-informed care with evidence-based methods like Motivational Interviewing and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to address the underlying causes of emotional distress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sara Pressley

Sara Pressley

Therapist

Virtual • Rocky River, OH


Hi, I'm Sara! I believe that connection is key to feeling less alone in this world. Getting curious about our past experiences and core values can help us to create a life that feels authentic and aligned with who we want to be. I enjoy supporting clients who are navigating life transitions, specifically the perinatal and postpartum periods. Additionally, I have specialized training in substance use disorders and have a heart for working with loved ones of those impacted by addiction to help restore balance, trust, and healing to the family system.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debora Wallace-Wood

Debora Wallace-Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor

Certified Trauma Counselor

Certified Adult ADHD Counselor

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christina Cunningham

Christina Cunningham

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have a special passion for supporting individuals and families through the deeply personal experiences of infertility, pregnancy loss, stillbirth, pregnancy after loss, and the emotional complexities of parenthood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexandra McGrath

Alexandra McGrath

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Welcome, and come as you are. I believe meaningful change begins with understanding yourself on a deeper level. Many of the struggles we experience in adulthood, whether in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, trauma, communication, or life satisfaction, are shaped by patterns that developed long before we were aware of them. Often these patterns started as adaptations, ways of coping or relating that once helped us navigate our family or environment and made sense at the time. My role is to help you identify those patterns, understand why they exist, and create lasting change rather than simply managing symptoms.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Krempasky

Angela Krempasky

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that prioritizing mental health is important to a person's wellbeing and can be a challenging, yet rewarding first step in that process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jody Arnold

Jody Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe healing happens through connection, honesty, and taking small, meaningful steps toward big goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Niny Rosso-Reyes

Niny Rosso-Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in meeting each person where they are, honoring their unique story, and working collaboratively to explore what healing and growth look like for them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Batie

Cindy Batie

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe my clients are the experts of their lives. I try to make the counseling session a safe place for you to share what is on your heart and mind...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Scott Rush

Scott Rush

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe you are the expert in your own life, and therapy should help you feel more confident, more grounded, and more in control of where you want to go next.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ozzie Hairston

Dr. Ozzie Hairston

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on finding the right balance of therapy and medication when needed.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Zachary Kyle

Zachary Kyle

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello! My name is Zachary! I am happy you visited my profile. Before you begin browsing, I just want to say you are strong and you have incredible power in you to journey towards healing. I believe in your success and your potential.

I received my Bachelor of Arts at Goshen College and my Master of Social Work at Andrews University. I am a LCSW in Indiana, LISW in Ohio, and a LSCSW in Kansas.

I have experience in care management and facilitation, providing counseling to juveniles on probation, delivering therapy to those who have been court ordered, doing home-based clinical services, implementing and administering Family Centered Treatment© to families, hospice social work, community mental health, certified clinical behavioral health clinics, conducting counseling to geriatric and SPMI populations, as well as telehealth.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nancy (Nan) Franks

Nancy (Nan) Franks

Therapist

Virtual • Goshen, OH


“What matters most to me as a therapist is meeting you where you are — not where someone else thinks you should be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Wafer

Laura Wafer

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“With a focus on mental health struggles, LGBT issues, and substance abuse, I work collaboratively with clients...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Sean Ogletree

Sean Ogletree

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that therapy is not about becoming a different person—it's about becoming more fully yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kristina Kearns

Kristina Kearns

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I strive to create a comfortable environment where you feel safe to be your true self. I'm here as a trusted partner that you can confide in, but also who will challenge you and help you grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pascale Davis

Pascale Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“As a survivor of Complex PTSD myself, I have a special understanding and passion about helping others heal with patience and grace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joseph Rifici

Joseph Rifici

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I am Joe, a licensed mental health therapist. I believe that people are capable of change, which is why I do what I do. It's understandable if you come to therapy feeling low and unmotivated. This is normal. Your first step in coming here is a big deal and not an easy decision or task. That right there is motivation. I believe in a collaborative approach and meeting you where you are in your life. I am not an expert on you, but we can work together to understand what is getting in the way of your goals and make plans to address these areas. I am here to help you figure out what needs to change and to guide you through the process of improving your mental health and growing as a person. I am a caring, open, and non-judgmental person, who loves cats, music, reading, and video games. I enjoy spending time with my friends and family, especially around a bon fire.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Alicia Moran

Dr. Alicia Moran

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Emotional Intelligence (EI) is the core of my training. It embraces the belief systems of the past that affect your present.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anyi Asongacha

Anyi Asongacha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach combines medication management to alleviate symptoms with therapy for addressing underlying issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Laura Hutchison

Laura Hutchison

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“During your therapy session you will find that I utilize client centered communication in a non-judgmental manner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
George Bonnett

George Bonnett

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I meet clients where they are at. I will provide you with the respect and individualized attention you deserve as I guide you through your challenges to support you in finding solutions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Rachel Leonard

Rachel Leonard

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative. I draw on trauma-informed, attachment-focused, and neurodiversity-affirming methods...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Clarence Chapman

Dr. Clarence Chapman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive, and down-to-earth counseling space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Diana Ball

Diana Ball

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal for each client is for them to get to a point in the process where they say, "Hey Diana. It's been great, but I don't feel like I need to come back."”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Edmundson

Jessica Edmundson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I provide a solution-focused and person-centered space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kate McCallister

Kate McCallister

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chesapeake, OH


“I'm a clinical mental health therapist who provides a warm, validating, and down-to-earth space for people to explore their experiences and move toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
TaErra Boykin

TaErra Boykin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that we all have the capacity to grow and thrive, but sometimes we need a different perspective, a challenging question, empathetic understanding, creative solutions or a reminder of our strengths for us to move past the obstacles that can...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Breanne Gamble

Breanne Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I describe my style as empathetic yet grounded, blending clinical expertise with a genuine, human-centered focus that prioritizes your unique lived experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bonnie Grossman

Bonnie Grossman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel understood while also gaining practical tools and insight that lead to meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christine Gummere

Christine Gummere

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use a mixture of spiritual, somatic, CBT, creative arts, strength-based, and inner child work to help people discover their truest selves and live a life of peace and joy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carmela Byus

Carmela Byus

Therapist

Virtual • Mason, OH


“Healing is more than symptom management — it's learning how to reconnect with yourself beneath the pain, survival patterns, and self-doubt.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Veronica Gamble

Veronica Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I view therapy as a collaborative process, centered on creating a judgment-free, confidential space where you feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bobi Martin

Bobi Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in a holistic approach and being able to empower people with whatever they may be struggling with.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tifanie Kukwa

Tifanie Kukwa

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I integrate mindfulness and creative approaches, always tailoring therapy to your unique needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dianne Knipp

Dianne Knipp

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen, heard, and supported as we work together toward healing and meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaiah Cruz

Isaiah Cruz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


I'm a psych NP. I have worked in general psychiatry and addiction medicine. I utilize CBT and motivational interviewing to help inspire change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I aim to provide practical tools to help you learn how to manage your emotions, build resilience, and achieve meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Aisling Henschel Hodgins

Dr. Aisling Henschel Hodgins

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take an active approach to therapy. I get in the weeds with my clients. We become a team in moving towards the goals they set for treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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 Columbus, OH

Finding addiction therapists in Columbus starts with matching your needs to the right clinical background. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, relapse prevention, cravings, and behavioral concerns. Look for a therapist whose profile lists experience with addiction, substance use, or outpatient substance abuse counseling. Some therapists use approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, or harm reduction. Some people may also work with a prescriber as part of their care team.

Columbus has many therapy options across neighborhoods and nearby areas, which can make it harder to narrow the search. Consider whether an in-person office near home, work, or campus fits your schedule, or whether a virtual appointment gives you more flexibility. You can also compare appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is available. Reading bios can help you see how each therapist describes their approach, communication style, and experience with addiction care.

Addiction therapy in Columbus can be expensive without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway makes it easier to find therapists who match your needs, check insurance coverage for your specific plan, and view upfront cost estimates before you book. You can browse addiction therapists in Columbus, 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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