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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Austin, TX

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Austin, TX

In Austin, Headway's addiction specialists provide personalized treatment including 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and dual diagnosis support. With providers available as soon as next day and average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance, recovery is accessible and affordable.

Andrea Goldstein

Andrea Goldstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“For over 15 years, I've helped hundreds of folks who have endured trauma to regain emotional safety and reclaim their power.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dustin Warden

Dustin Warden

Therapist

In-person • 2.8 mi away • Austin, TX


“I specialize in outsiders, those who think differently, live intensely, or feel too unconventional for standard therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dalwinn Kim

Dalwinn Kim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“His 18 years of service in the United States Army Reserve further informs his practice and allows him to provide a deep understanding of the challenges faced by service members, veterans, and their families.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carol Hernandez

Carol Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.5 mi away • Austin, TX


I'm Carol Hernandez, a bilingual therapist, mother, and proud Latina woman deeply connected to my culture and community. I grew up between Southern California and the Rio Grande Valley, went to college at UTRGV in South Texas and did my graduate studies at Baylor University. Over the past five years, I've gotten to work in all kinds of settings such as hospitals, inpatient and outpatient programs, and alongside medical teams, which has given me a pretty wide view of how mental health shows up in people's lives. I love working with BIPOC, LGBTQ+, immigrant, and neurodivergent communities. I specialize in issues of anxiety, depression, chronic stress, trauma, big life changes, grief, post partum depression, or just feeling overwhelmed and not feeling like yourself.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Zach Ossefort

Zach Ossefort

Therapist

In-person • 2.6 mi away • Austin, TX


“My style is relaxed and natural, not forced or artificial, and I encourage you to let go of the need to "perform" or behave a certain way in therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Macie Ponseigo

Macie Ponseigo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.3 mi away • Austin, TX


Starting this journey—whether it feels overwhelming, hopeful, or somewhere in between—takes courage, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-worth, and the lasting impact of early family dynamics.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Yu

Richard Yu

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • Austin, TX


“I like to tell people I feel like a general practitioner -- no specific specialty but broad enough to get you to the right referral.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ben Meyers

Ben Meyers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“I believe therapy should be a place where you can better understand yourself, not feel like you have to become someone else.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Seth Houdeshell

Seth Houdeshell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • Austin, TX


“I strive to create an environment that provides warmth and humor in order to provide the comfort required to address life's difficult problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Austin Parsons

Austin Parsons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Austin, TX


“I believe that change happens in the context of relationships. Our therapeutic relationship will work to ease your distress and equip you towards transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Taggersell

Sean Taggersell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6 mi away • Austin, TX


I come from a systems and person-centered background, with a masters degree in Social Work. I am fully credentialed as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, and use a relational approach to meet my clients where they are at.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariia Semenichenko

Mariia Semenichenko

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Austin, TX


I work with adults who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, substance use, or other life challenges, my goal is to offer a supportive space where you can feel understood and begin making meaningful changes.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Garrett Lathan

Garrett Lathan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Austin, TX


“I listen and engage you in ways which punctuate the uniqueness of your personality and what has caused you to seek out help.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Nicole Chargois

Nicole Chargois

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • Austin, TX


Hi! My name is Nicole. I earned my Masters in Counseling from Northwestern University, where I received training in psychodynamic theory. I have been working in the private practice setting for 7 years, primarily working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, existential crisis, and life transition.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cindy Noland

Cindy Noland

Therapist

In-person • 8.3 mi away • Austin, TX


With a collaborative, creative and strengths-focused approach, I provide therapy to individuals and couples, covering issues including resolving troubles, communicating effectively, meeting challenges, or dealing with addiction. I’m a licensed professional counselor, and my integrative and holistic approach is able to help you with a very broad range of topics.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Lupercio

Rachel Lupercio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Austin, TX


“As a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I have worked with individuals, couples, and families for over ten years.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Karina Baltazar-Durán

Karina Baltazar-Durán

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Austin, TX


I have an extensive background in treating individuals, couples, & families. I've contributed to local & national articles on topics of relationships, families, self worth, & stress. I create a relational, connective space to help you tune into your resiliency & energy, to gain back the emotional stability you're seeking. I specialize in bringing families together, assisting you uncover barriers to rifts with one another, and helping you reconnect to a bonded unit. Hablo español!

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jason Hewitt

Jason Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • Austin, TX


“I strive to offer you a safe, welcoming place for you to open up about the challenges you are experiencing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaime Nichols

Jaime Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Austin, TX


“My aim as a therapist is to work with individuals, couples, triads, and families in a way that celebrates their uniqueness and "incurable deviance."”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Bill Deggs

Bill Deggs

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Bee Cave, TX


“I spent several years on a journey to improve my own mental health recovering from panic disorder and general anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cheryl Cavey

Cheryl Cavey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Austin, TX


“I always try to end session with a strengths based perspective to take with you; a chance to remember the capability that is there to build upon and grow through between sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Iagulli

Tara Iagulli

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Austin, TX


“Your body is connected to your head 100% of the time. My approach to health and wellness is head to toe; your physical and mental health are completely intertwined.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Adefemi Taiwo

Dr. Adefemi Taiwo

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Austin, TX


“Dr Taiwo's approach to clinical practice is based on a collaborative model with his patients being center stage, he seeks to involve them in their treatment decisions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mihaela Born

Mihaela Born

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pflugerville, TX


“Mihaela believes in a collaborative approach to mental health care, working closely with patients, their families, and a multidisciplinary team to develop personalized treatment plans that promote healing and empowerment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leo Inyang

Leo Inyang

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pflugerville, TX


“I will work with you in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and psychologically mindful space, where you will freely develop the tools you need for a healthy life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michele Walty

Michele Walty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“I firmly believe that healing comes from within, which is strengthened by a willingness to lean into God and an openness to collaboration.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacy Tello

Stacy Tello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“I believe in the transformative power of the therapeutic relationship and collaborate with my clients to help them find meaning, balance, and fulfillment in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Prasanna Sharma

Prasanna Sharma

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“My style is calm, supportive, and patient-focused—I work alongside clients to develop personalized treatment plans...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cynthia Crowell

Cynthia Crowell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“I believe that people are highly capable of coping with incredibly difficult experiences, and still, everyone wants to be seen and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Powers

Rebecca Powers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“My approach to counseling is person-centered to emphasize connection, positive energy, creativity, and physical movement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Johnathon Peterson

Johnathon Peterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Cedar Park, TX


“My approach blends empathy with structure so that each session moves you closer to the relief and clarity you've been hoping for.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Bryant

Lauren Bryant

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Pflugerville, TX


“She has exceptional listening skills and is well known as a compassionate provider who takes time to hear each client's story.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Miller

Katherine Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“My work is grounded in a trauma-informed, whole-person approach, with a strong belief that the therapeutic relationship is a key foundation for meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katarina Mendez

Katarina Mendez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Round Rock, TX


I’m here to provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where you can be truly heard. I care deeply about helping people work through trauma, improve relationships, strengthen self-esteem, and build confidence. My goal is to help you grow at your own pace and give you the tools to navigate life with more ease and independence.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tara Womble

Tara Womble

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Dripping Springs, TX


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Licensed Chemcial Dependency Counselor with 11 years of experience. I am a trauma-trained and imformed therapist. I specialize in the field of addiction and recovery for both the identified substance user and family and relations affected. I specialize in the integration of 12 step faciliation and CBT skills.

Substance use / addiction, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Korina Aldama

Korina Aldama

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“I approach therapy from a holistic perspective and believe in the power to address the whole person- psychologically, physiologically, spiritually, and emotionally.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Andrea Urbanek

Andrea Urbanek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Round Rock, TX


“I approach therapy with a holistic, nonjudgmental approach that will allow you to determine your own goals, pace, and trajectory.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
T. J. Finn, M.Ed., Npt-C, Lpc

T. J. Finn, M.Ed., Npt-C, Lpc

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Bastrop, TX


“Clients describe me as warm, thoughtful, and affirming, someone who creates a safe space to open up and be honest.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Stephen Vega

Stephen Vega

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Leander, TX


“With 28 years of personal recovery experience and 18 years of clinical experience, I bring both professional expertise and lived understanding to the counseling process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jamie Harrison

Jamie Harrison

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Marcos, TX


Hi, I’m Jamie Harrison, a Licensed Professional Counselor. I work with individuals ages 6 to 99, as well as couples and families, who may feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward but are ready for something to change.

You might be experiencing anxiety, depression, overthinking, emotional ups and downs, relationship stress, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. Sometimes it’s not just one issue it’s a combination of life transitions, stress, or patterns that feel difficult to break.

When working with children and adolescents, I focus on helping them build tools to manage anxiety, depression, self-esteem challenges, anger, impulsive behaviors, and life changes in ways that feel supportive and age-appropriate.

With adults, I support clients in navigating life transitions, grief, anxiety, depression, negative thinking patterns, self-esteem struggles, and challenges with connection helping them develop practical skills to feel more grounded and in control.

When working with couples and families, I help improve communication, strengthen connection, and navigate conflict, life changes, and transitions in healthier, more effective ways.

In our work together, my goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported without judgment. I take a compassionate and practical approach, helping you not only process what you’re going through, but also build tools you can use in your everyday life.

I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, and therapy with me is collaborative—we move at your pace, focus on what matters most to you, and work toward meaningful, lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Austin, TX
There are over 36 therapists in Austin, TX accepting new patients.
36+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 75%Cigna
  • 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 58%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 58%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 11%Spanish
  • 3%Mandarin
  • 3%Romanian
  • 3%Yoruba
How they see their clients
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  • 92%In-person or online
  • 8%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 56%Woman
  • 44%Man
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 6%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 28%Family therapy
  • 19%Couples therapy
  • 3%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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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 Austin

Searching for addiction therapists in Austin starts with finding someone whose training matches the kind of support you want. 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 care coordination with a prescriber when medication support is part of the care plan. As you compare addiction counselors or an addictions specialist, look for profiles that clearly list experience with your concern and describe how they structure care.

Austin has many therapists across areas like downtown, South Austin, East Austin, and North Austin, which can make the search feel broad at first. Start by narrowing for practical fit: in-person or virtual appointments, scheduling options, therapists accepting new patients, and whether a free phone consultation is offered. Some people prefer an office near work or home, while others choose virtual sessions to expand access and reduce travel time. Reading therapist bios can also help you understand communication style, experience with harm reduction frameworks, and whether the therapist describes addiction care in a non-judgmental way.

Therapy in Austin can be a significant expense without insurance, and using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find Austin therapists who support addiction-related concerns and are accepting new patients. Nationally, Headway partners with 70+ insurance plans, and you can enter your insurance details to confirm coverage for your specific area and plan. You can enter your insurance details to see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking, then compare therapist profiles, review 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

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.