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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Nashville, TN

Nashville residents struggling with substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, or behavioral addictions can access compassionate providers specializing in harm reduction and recovery strategies. Headway supports your path to sobriety with personalized care, medication management options, and affordable sessions through insurance.

Khelsea Walker

Khelsea Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My approach is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, an evidence-based approach that focuses on helping clients understand how their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stanley Click

Stanley Click

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe that it is important to challenge as well as confront thinking errors that keep one from growing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angela Williams

Angela Williams

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Memphis, TN


“I believe that prioritizing your mental health is one of the most important investments you can make in yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Folasade Ogunsanya

Folasade Ogunsanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“My ultimate goal as a practitioner is to provide you professional skills in managing my patients' treatment with empathy and compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Glenn Covert

Glenn Covert

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“With over 24 years of counseling experience, I help individuals and couples move beyond just talking about problems to actually finding solutions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gerald Vernell

Gerald Vernell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Memphis, TN


“I'm not like most therapists. I do NOT sugar coat. If you're willing to do the work, change will happen.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jamie Codispoti

Jamie Codispoti

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am passionate about working with women as they navigate dating, marriage, motherhood, and parenting + co-parenting.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Holloway

Taylor Holloway

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My work focuses on helping clients unpack shame, rebuild self-worth, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves and others.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jeanie Garrell

Jeanie Garrell

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am a mental health therapist who is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and women feel understood, supported, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Howard

Sarah Howard

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, and other mood disorders, and I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to build insight, resilience, and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Troy Burnette

Troy Burnette

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I utilize a variety of evidence-based goal-oriented therapeutic techniques to empower you with effective coping mechanisms to help you feel better.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Riley Dunn

Riley Dunn

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My style is warm, honest, and supportive, with a focus on helping you feel heard while also building tools for real change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Daniel Fowler

Daniel Fowler

Therapist

Virtual • Jackson, TN


“Therapy with me isn't about fixing who you are, it's about helping you reconnect with the strengths you already have so you can begin feeling like yourself again.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hanna Lee

Hanna Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in a holistic approach to therapy and utilize evidenced-based interventions in my practice.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jessica Lyons

Jessica Lyons

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“With nearly 20 years of experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor, clinical supervisor, and military veteran, I understand that life experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and the world.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sara Harker

Sara Harker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate the impacts of trauma, addiction, grief, and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephanie Ranson

Stephanie Ranson

Therapist

Virtual • Milan, TN


“My goal is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can begin to heal, develop healthier coping skills, reconnect with yourself and others, and move from simply surviving toward feeling more secure, empowered, and connected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Dr. Simonpeter Emokpaire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“He empowers his clients with the tools to be in control, advocate for themselves and make well-informed treatment decisions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Rack

Sarah Rack

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


Taking the first step toward better health is an act of courage, and I am here to support you every step of the way. As a board-certified physiatrist with 29 years of experience, I am committed to providing compassionate, personalized care that honors your unique story, background, and lived experiences. I take the time to truly understand who you are — your strengths, your challenges, and your goals — so that together we can build a care plan that is both meaningful and effective for your life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Meredith Mahaney

Meredith Mahaney

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe in a collaborative approach to therapy that rejects rigid, one-size-fits-all treatment plans and completely bypasses cold clinical checklists.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Josh Cochran

Josh Cochran

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Clients describe me as calm, relatable, and easy to talk to — someone who listens without judgment and helps you make sense of what's going on in your world.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Francine Owens

Francine Owens

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I will help you change long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Andrea Burgess

Andrea Burgess

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Sessions with me are focused on helping you to accurately assess your situation without blame, shame or judgement so that you can clearly see your choices and find the courage and willingness to truly live in line with what you value.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Andrew Oshobu

Andrew Oshobu

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I draw from several evidence-based approaches — including CBT (changing unhelpful thought patterns), DBT (building skills to manage intense emotions)...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tennessee


“Board-Certified PMHNP dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ashley Tindell

Ashley Tindell

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Through audio/visual therapy sessions, I can provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to express yourself and learn skills to feel better about daily life stressors and intense emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Danielle Whitehurst

Dr. Danielle Whitehurst

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am available to care for individuals who require non-standard and flexible appointment hours including evenings; and, with a focus on working adults/professionals, students, elderly, those with challenges due to their illness, and so forth. I am also open to taking on patients who need continuity of care after discharge from inpatient care. I am capable of providing on the spot medication management including deprescribing/tapers, addressing interactions, taking over from primary care provider for more advance regiment, etc ...

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Felisha Baxter

Felisha Baxter

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I provide a judgment-free, empathetic environment through active listening, clarifying emotions and stressors, and being the sounding board you need when working through challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cindy Davis

Cindy Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • McMinnville, TN


“My approach to counseling is person-centered and strength-based. This means I believe each person already holds strengths, resilience, and wisdom within themselves...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Uchechi Harris

Uchechi Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process where you can feel supported, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aaron Petrie

Aaron Petrie

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I specialize in working with high performers (athletes, entrepreneurs, and professionals) who are used to pushing hard and striving for excellence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felisa Dunlap

Felisa Dunlap

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My holistic, trauma informed approach emphasizes empowerment and self-compassion creating a space where you can feel heard and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Zachary Gittings

Zachary Gittings

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


If you are looking to develop a greater understanding of yourself, a situation, or are looking for tools to better navigate life, we may be a fit.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charles Baker

Charles Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I've spent the last 8 years working with people who often feel like therapy "wasn't built for them" — adults with autism, people working through substance use or process addictions...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kim Dorman

Kim Dorman

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“Having personally gone through breast cancer twice, I bring both clinical training and lived experience to supporting people dealing with anxiety, depression, PTSD, substance use, and the emotional impact of illness, aging, and caregiving.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Santana Adams

Santana Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I have a broad variety of therapeutic experience to include crisis intervention and trauma informed care. I received my master's degree in professional counseling from Liberty University in Lynchburg, VA and have been practicing in the field for over 10yrs.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Beverly Taylor

Beverly Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move toward healing and meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stephane Yambaka

Stephane Yambaka

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


“I am a psychodynamic therapist. Those are the foundations I approach my work with. I am also humanistic and seek to work on our counseling relationship by first establishing a rapport.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Maryam Moosa Williams

Maryam Moosa Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I am an LCSW with a Master's of Social Work degree and have been in field over 12 years.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Corey Latta

Dr. Corey Latta

Therapist

Virtual • Tennessee


I’m a person-centered therapist with more than ten years of experience helping people navigate grief, anxiety, depression, addiction, relationship struggles, family conflict, heartbreak, abuse, and trauma. I work with a broad range of clients and bring specialized training in EMDR and trauma-focused care to my practice. I know what it is to struggle, and I believe healing begins when you no longer have to face that struggle alone. My role is to meet you where you are, help you imagine where you want to be, and walk alongside you as you find the courage to get there.

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

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Nashville, TN

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Nashville, TN
There are over 20 therapists in Nashville, TN accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 90%Stress management
  • 90%Relationship issues
  • 90%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 80%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
  • 55%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 10%Spanish
  • 5%French
  • 5%German
  • 5%Italian
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 50%Woman
  • 50%Man
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Professional Counselor Mental Health Service Provider
  • 25%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 10%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 40%Couples therapy
  • 35%Family therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Nashville

Addiction therapists in Nashville can support a range of substance and behavioral concerns, including alcohol use, drug use, gambling, compulsive behaviors, and concerns that overlap with anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match what you want to address. Some therapists use motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, or harm reduction frameworks. Some people also work with a prescriber as part of their care team, depending on their needs.

Nashville has many therapy options, and that volume can make the search harder to narrow. Start with practical fit: whether you prefer in-person sessions near your neighborhood or workplace, virtual appointments, evening availability, or a therapist who offers a free phone consultation. For addiction care, it can also help to read therapist bios for language about non-judgmental support, harm reduction, relapse prevention, and experience with recovery at different stages.

Therapy in Nashville can be a significant expense 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 find addiction therapists who are accepting new patients and match your preferences, so you can review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready. You can also enter your insurance details on Headway to confirm whether a therapist may be covered by your specific 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

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