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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in El Paso, TX

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in El Paso, TX

Headway connects El Paso residents with 3,025 licensed providers experienced in addiction recovery, offering evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and work with your insurance to keep costs manageable.

Brianne Gutierrez

Brianne Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • El Paso, TX


“Healing happens through connection, and I am committed to walking alongside you as you work toward recovery, growth, and greater ease in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tyrone McDuffie

Tyrone McDuffie

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • El Paso, TX


“As a U.S. Army veteran and Christian minister, I offer a compassionate, grounded, and faith-informed approach to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michael Wade

Michael Wade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.3 mi away • El Paso, TX


“My goal is to help you discover the answers that make sense for your situation, and to help support you through the process of discovering what your next steps will be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Francisco Torres

Francisco Torres

Therapist

In-person • 2 mi away • El Paso, TX


I am an immigrant who is familiar with the barriers a person faces in the process of acculturation y puedo comunicarme con usted en espanol. I work with juveniles and adults dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, emotional regulation, and conduct problems to include sexually problematic behaviors. Furthermore, I worked in a behavioral hospital setting with active duty and military veterans, dealing with PTSD, depression, anxiety and addictions. I am certified in EMDR y estoy a su servicio.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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Dr. Abbe Egan

Dr. Abbe Egan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 2.8 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I strongly believe that therapy is your time and my goal is to help you navigate life's challenges and find a way to feel fore grounded, empowered, and fulfilled.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cindy Tollen

Cindy Tollen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I bring warmth, compassion, honesty, and humor into the therapy room. Because therapy can absolutely be meaningful and serious work but life is too serious to take ourselves seriously all the time.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela

Dolores Ituarte Valenzuela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • El Paso, TX


“By using a strength-based therapeutic approach that works with people who are struggling to find positive life changes, together, we will focus on your individual qualities, abilities, and skills; empowering you and helping you to develop positive...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Cecilia Camargo

Cecilia Camargo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I emphasize on providing the best individualized care for all age groups and currently serve adolescents and adults.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Aurora Ramos-Borunda

Aurora Ramos-Borunda

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.3 mi away • El Paso, TX


“My goal as a therapist is to help you gain a deeper understanding of your troubles, needs and desires.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

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Veronica Aparicio

Veronica Aparicio

Therapist

In-person • 4.3 mi away • El Paso, TX


“My goal is to build trust and hope in my clients by providing a safe environment where they are encouraged to express themselves, and feel their emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Miguel Orta

Miguel Orta

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I like to foster a safe environment that promotes change through radical empathy, warmth, and acceptance.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jonathan Pinney

Jonathan Pinney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I specialize in working with adolescent and adult males facing mental health challenges, addiction, relationship conflict, and involvement with complex systems...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Linda Nolasco

Linda Nolasco

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • El Paso, TX


As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I believe meaningful change begins with feeling seen, heard, and supported. I strive to create a comfortable and grounded space where clients can be themselves and move at their own pace. I have experience supporting individuals navigating anxiety, depression, life transitions, and substance use concerns. I bring warmth, care, and authenticity into the work we do together.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joe Ayoub

Joe Ayoub

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • El Paso, TX


Are you tired of feeling like you are not good enough, or carrying the immense weight of sadness, anxiety, guilt, and shame, that seems to never subside. For many men, bottling up stress, leaning on substances to cope, or battling a constantly distracted brain feels like the only option. Whether you are facing, depression, trauma, anxiety, or ADHD symptoms that are impacting your work and relationships, you do not have to just "deal with it."

I provide a direct, judgment-free space tailored specifically to men's mental health. I specializes in treating substance use, managing ADHD, I utilize EMDR, an evidence-based therapy that helps heal trauma without making you relive it. Together, we will build practical strategies to help you regain wholeness. I am located in El Paso, TX, where I offer in person or telehealth appointments, we are in the MTD time zone.

I provide convenient telehealth across Texas, New Mexico, Oregon, and New Hampshire. I also accept insurance to make care accessible. Reach out today to schedule your first consultation.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Harvey

Leslie Harvey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.9 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I am passionate about working with clients and helping them discover new, healthier ways to address their mental health needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ivonne Espinosa

Dr. Ivonne Espinosa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.6 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I take a collaborative and holistic approach to care, blending evidence-based treatment with a deep respect for your lived experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patricia Ramirez

Patricia Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.1 mi away • El Paso, TX


My passion and commitment to each clients' well-being; I am flexible along with creative in my efforts to assist in the client's needs.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Carmen Gentry-Becerra

Carmen Gentry-Becerra

Therapist

In-person • 7.1 mi away • El Paso, TX


  1. Carmen Gentry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Bachelors in Social Work at UTEP and my Masters in Social Work at NMSU. Carmen Gentry is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I received my Bachelors in Social Work at UTEP and my Masters in Social Work at NMSU.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Tanya Trujillo

Tanya Trujillo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I am passionate about providing the care and attention everyone deserves to enhance overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniela Lagunes

Daniela Lagunes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.5 mi away • El Paso, TX


“At the heart of my work is the belief that a strong therapeutic alliance is essential for meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monica Amaro

Monica Amaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 mi away • El Paso, TX


“My clients can take away that they are being listened too, and that we will identify triggers and coping mechanisms together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alexandro Beato Torres

Alexandro Beato Torres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I believe in creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, understood, and accepted for who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marco Castorena

Marco Castorena

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I have 10+ years of experience in the practice of therapy in Mexico and the United States that include working with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD and major mental diagnoses.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Uche Dibia

Uche Dibia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • El Paso, TX


“My goal is to create a warm, nonjudgmental environment where my clients feel safe to share their experiences and explore their challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Adrian Chavira

Adrian Chavira

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • El Paso, TX


“My therapeutic treatment approach is designed to help individuals manage mental health concerns, emotional challenges, and life stressors by changing unhealthy thoughts, behaviors, and emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexandro Beato Torres

Dr. Alexandro Beato Torres

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I believe in creating a therapeutic environment where clients feel respected, understood, and accepted for who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Maria Iniquez

Maria Iniquez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I often use Motivational Interviewing in my practice. In our first session, we'll gently explore what brought you here and what you hope to achieve.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Perri Walter

Perri Walter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I use CBT, CPT, EMDR, ACT, neurofeedback, and other client centered strength based therapy modalities appropriate to your individual needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Deyanira Zambrano

Deyanira Zambrano

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I had been a nurse for over 20 years. Along the years of my nursing career, I have witnessed the need of Mental Health services and the importance of psychiatric treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Ontiveros

Dr. Deborah Ontiveros

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.8 mi away • El Paso, TX


“I specialize in trauma, stress related disorders, mood challenges, and family strain connected to high risk careers.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gloria Lares

Gloria Lares

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • El Paso, TX


“These experiences have strengthened my belief that healing begins with feeling safe, understood, and met with compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tiffany Cole

Tiffany Cole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe the best care starts with a genuine connection... I combine clinical expertise with a warm, down-to-earth approach that helps clients feel comfortable from day one.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Roosevelt Broach

Roosevelt Broach

Therapist

Virtual • Mesquite, TX


“I offer a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and respected as you begin taking steps toward feeling more grounded and at peace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Aurelio De La Fuente Jr

Aurelio De La Fuente Jr

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is practical, direct, and evidence-based, drawing from CBT, trauma-informed care, and strengths-focused therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Diane Greene

Diane Greene

Therapist

Virtual • Austin, TX


“I bring a Trauma Informed, Culturally Competent, eclectic approach to the therapeutic process, utilizing Family Systems, Trauma Focused CBT, CBT, Solution Focused Therapy, as well as other approaches, to help you share your story in a safe,...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Rekeisha Carter

Dr. Rekeisha Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Dr. Carter integrates a variety of therapeutic modalities to address the whole person—recognizing that mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being are interconnected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Angelita Agape

Angelita Agape

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Antonio, TX


“I primarily practice from a person-centered approach, however I have found it to be beneficial to remain open to utilizing a variety of modalities and techniques based on each individual's presenting concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Brodie

Jessica Brodie

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a real conversation between two people. I show up as myself: warm, direct, and genuinely curious about your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kwame Frimpong

Kwame Frimpong

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Bedford, TX


Meet Dr. Kwame Frimpong, MD

Psychiatrist | Addiction Specialist | Physician Leader

With over a decade of medical experience, I bring a uniquely broad and deep understanding of both mental and physical health.

  • Trained in Ghana across multiple specialties including surgery, internal medicine, pediatrics, and women’s health
  • Psychiatry Residency at Harlem Hospital Center (affiliated with Columbia University, New York City)
  • Chief Resident, leading clinical teams and mentoring physicians
  • Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship at University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center (top program in Texas)
  • Current Addiction Director at John Peter Smith (JPS) Hospital in Fort Worth

I work at the frontlines of psychiatry and addiction care—treating complex cases daily, teaching physicians, and delivering results-driven, compassionate care.

Patients describe me as calm, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in their success.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Siria Castro

Siria Castro

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


My name is Siria Castro. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health and am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor (LCDC). As a bilingual therapist fluent in English and Spanish, I provide comprehensive counseling services for adults, adolescents, and children, guiding clients through depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, family struggles, and more.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of El Paso, TX
There are over 28 therapists in El Paso, TX accepting new patients.
28+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 89%PTSD
  • 82%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 100%Cigna
  • 100%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 79%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 61%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 89%In-person or online
  • 11%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 68%Woman
  • 32%Man
License types
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  • 57%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 36%Couples therapy
  • 18%Child or adolescent therapy

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