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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Portland, OR

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Portland, OR

Addiction support in Portland connects you with 411 licensed providers experienced in recovery, relapse prevention, and evidence-based modalities like motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy. Virtual and in-person sessions offer flexibility while working with your insurance to minimize costs.

John Boyle

John Boyle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“Providing care, in my view, isn't just about treatment—it's about building trust, offering stability, and meeting people with compassion and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
James Gallanos

James Gallanos

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I like to explore and invite curiosity in addressing common mental health issues and challenges we face.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Eric Palmer

Eric Palmer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I hope to help each person feel empowered to achieve their optimal level of health and mental well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Justin Jacobson

Justin Jacobson

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I primarily enjoy working with teen and adult males, especially those who may feel guarded, unsure, or disengaged when starting therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jodene Jensen

Jodene Jensen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I offer medication management with supportive therapy in a safe, compassionate, and warm space where you are heard and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Kopecky

Jennifer Kopecky

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I'm an LCSW with expertise in brain and behavior and additional specialty in addiction

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Fadekemi Olude

Fadekemi Olude

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“My approach is focused on evidence-based practice helping patients use medication management to assist with processing their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, so that they can begin to make the targeted change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anne-Marie Brown

Anne-Marie Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I specialize in working with individuals with co-occurring disorders, clients who struggle to achieve and maintain sobriety, families in crisis, individuals with trauma, child welfare cases, and those with significant mental health diagnoses.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brian Jones

Brian Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My job is to be a steady, honest presence while you sort through what's really going on and decide what you want your life to look like next.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cub Larkin

Cub Larkin

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


Cub Larkin is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (FL & MA), and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (IL, ME, OR). Cub specializes in working with clients who identify as LGBTQIA+. Cub also enjoys working with clients who have interest in kink, BDSM, dominant/submissive relationships, and those who are trying to navigate in polyamorous or ethical / consensual non-monogamous relationships.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Scott

Jessica Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe in patient centered care. It is important that clients are active participants in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marianna Zdinak

Marianna Zdinak

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


Hi, I share a home office with my four-legged boy, Jack. He is a pedigree mutt who helps keep me grounded during my workday. We help people with a variety of issues, and specialize in working with people who have lived through or are currently living through trauma. Big Ts that everyone recognizes as traumatic experiences, and Subtle Ts that people are often told to "just get over."

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Steven Allen

Steven Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My style is warm, interactive and approachable. I believe in helping you see things you may miss in yourself and in others.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kristi Zimmerman

Kristi Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I am a trauma-focused therapist using an integrative approach to EMDR to resolve trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, dissociative disorders, and crisis stabilization.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Charree Graham

Charree Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Tigard, OR


“I truly believe as the client you are the expert in their own life and I appreciate taking a person-centered approach to the therapeutic process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mitzi Burton

Mitzi Burton

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I use a direct, holistic approach to explore old traumas and replace old beliefs that no longer serve in our growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christian Fauerso

Christian Fauerso

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I have worked with clients and their families in various capacities for the past 12 years. I have found that I love helping people heal from past traumas and overcome whatever is holding them back. Through my training, I have found that the brain and body have incredible healing mechanisms hardwired into them. I am honored to be able to help others unlock those healing aspects and to help people enjoy their lives more fully. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies and later completed my Master of Arts in Counseling at Multnomah University in Portland, Oregon. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Oregon and a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Washington.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Mesenburg

Angela Mesenburg

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe that you are the expert on your story and that you know best what you need in our sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Patricia Montoya

Dr. Patricia Montoya

Psychologist

Virtual • Ashland, OR


“I treat clients as the unique individuals they are and never take a cookie-cutter approach to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Fruits

John Fruits

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I am excited to help guide you along your journey. I enjoy observing the transformation that occurs in my clients lives over time. Perhaps your seeking a deeper understanding of your emotions or simply a feeling of peace and contentment. Changes can occur through therapy. Lets collaborate and discuss your goals that support the life your are seeking to change or improve.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Uche Ike

Dr. Uche Ike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I take an integrative approach to mental health, looking at both the psychological and physical sides of well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Celia Throop

Celia Throop

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


My name is Celia and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 15+ years of experience in the field. I have worked in numerous settings which has given me the opportunity to work with a wide range of individuals at various life stages and circumstances. I specialize in working with adults who struggle with anxiety and depression. My clients often seek therapy due to feeling stuck or overwhelmed. I help by working collaboratively with you to identify patterns and past events that shape your experience today.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea Slater

Andrea Slater

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“With compassion and guidance, we can strengthen your abilities to find your own unique path to your authentic self.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I specialize in treating mood disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma-related conditions, and co-occurring substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Taylor Alderson

Taylor Alderson

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My goal is to create an empathic space for self-reflection and acceptance resulting in transformed relationship to self and others.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kristin Fialko

Kristin Fialko

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My style is warm, intuitive, and grounding, blending practical support with practices that invite deeper presence and regulation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon Atherton

Shannon Atherton

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I help clients go beyond treating mental health symptoms. I help clients get to the root of their problems so that they may begin thriving and living their best lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Marianne Lopez

Marianne Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


My journey stems from my own story of resilience in the face of hardships. I became a therapist because I have always wanted to help people through some of their darkest hours. Being exposed to some dark hours myself, I know that it is difficult to do it alone. When you have someone to confide in, assist you through the hard times, and just let you know that you are not alone, makes a difference.

My therapeutic approach includes CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Relational Therapy, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, SFT, EFT, IFS, and just speaking like a human being. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach is relational and personalized—we'll explore your story together, build coping tools, and move toward healing with curiosity, courage, and care.

Therapy with me is real, down-to-earth, and never boring. I mix honesty, humor, and heart to make the process comfortable. I help adults manage emotions, build confidence, and tackle life's challenges with tools that work. Think of it as a safe space to be yourself, grow, and maybe laugh along the way. Please book here or at https://evolvetothrive9.com.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Saoit

Amanda Saoit

Therapist

Virtual • Portland, OR


“It's my greatest honor to help others walk through what may be the most difficult challenges of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Matt McNutt

Matt McNutt

Therapist

Virtual • Portland, OR


“I believe that meaningful change happens when you're met with compassion, curiosity, and the right tools to support your growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Julianne Folsom

Julianne Folsom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Portland, OR


“My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I work with clients across the lifespan...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tracey James

Tracey James

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“My therapeutic objective is to support clients by providing an informed and considerate environment that encourages development and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Paul Panza

Joseph Paul Panza

Therapist

Virtual • Portland, OR


I am a licensed professional counselor with over 25 years of experience in the counseling field. I have over 28 years of recovery fom alcohol and drug dependence and understand the challenges of breakin an addiction. My practice specialises in treating addiction, depression, and anxiety.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Miguel Ruvalcaba

Miguel Ruvalcaba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oregon


“I am passionate about helping people, especially those with limited English who have mental health struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Bernadette Wood

Bernadette Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


I have worked in the field of social services for over 31 years. I have experience working with adult survivors of child abuse, child neglect, domestic violence, commercial exploitation, and rape. I have experience working with adults dealing with anxiety, depression, divorce, family separation, and caretaker fatigue. I also have experience working with adults dealing with significant life/career changes, and those dealing with crisis situations.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janet Yelowchan

Janet Yelowchan

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I'm a licensed professional counselor with over 30 years of experience, specializing in anxiety, depression, ADHD, and chronic illness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annie Laughlin

Annie Laughlin

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“The most important thing in the world to me is to sit with you in your pain. You are not alone, and we will figure this out together.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Natalie Spalding

Dr. Natalie Spalding

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I foster a supportive and nonjudgmental atmosphere where clients feel truly understood and empowered to make positive changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Steve Allan

Dr. Steve Allan

Psychologist

Virtual • Oregon


“I offer a warm, nonjudgmental space where you can be open about who you are and the choices you've made.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Michelle Whitney

Michelle Whitney

Therapist

Virtual • Oregon


“I believe that everyone is unique and strive to work together to empower clients to navigate, process and utilize coping skills to allow for healing and growth to occur.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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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 Portland, OR

Finding addiction therapists in Portland starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, substance use concerns, compulsive behaviors, and recovery maintenance. As you compare therapists, look for training that matches what you want to work on, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, relapse prevention, or coordination with medication-assisted care. Some people also work with a prescriber as part of their care team.

Portland has many addiction counselors across neighborhoods like Northwest Portland, Southeast Portland, and the Pearl District, which can make it useful to narrow your search by format, schedule, and approach. In-person sessions may fit well if you prefer a local office near work, home, or transit. Virtual sessions can expand access when schedule, commute, or provider availability matters. Read therapist bios before booking to see how they describe their work with addiction, whether they mention harm reduction or recovery experience, and whether their communication style feels like a fit.

Therapy in Portland can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before care begins. Headway makes that process simpler by showing therapists who are accepting new patients, offering upfront cost estimates after insurance verification, and letting you book directly when you’re ready. This makes it easier to compare addiction therapists in Portland by specialty, availability, location, and insurance fit.

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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