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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Laredo, TX


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Laredo, TX
Laredo individuals seeking support for drug dependence, nicotine dependence, and gambling can connect with Headway providers trained in SMART Recovery, DBT skills, and motivational enhancement therapy. Sessions available virtually or in-person help address triggers, cravings, and withdrawal while working with your insurance plan.
I believe healing begins with feeling heard, understood, and supported without judgment. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I have over a decade of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families across outpatient, community mental health, crisis intervention, emergency departments, and behavioral health settings.
Throughout my career, I have helped individuals navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, ADHD, mood disorders, and crisis situations. My background also includes leadership roles within behavioral health, allowing me to advocate for clients while providing compassionate, evidence-based care.
My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel empowered to build resilience, gain insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.
I have a strong multicultural training background, particularly regarding faith and spiritual matters. I strongly believe in the power of faith in healing.
I also work best with clients who want to find solutions to their problems. I want my clients to understand they have the power to make things better in their lives.
I'm Aishat Raimi, I am a MSN, APRN, PHMNP-bc, I started my career in Nursing in a major Metropolitan city in Texas as a Trauma RN, which exposed me to lots of Traumatic injuries and as well as a Mental health needs, I am a provider who is provides eloquent evidence based mental health care to both children and adults.
I believe anyone should be provided with great care which entails active listening, therapeutic communication and evidence based medication and management.
I believe with a little help, you can be your own change. If you've been struggling with addiction, trauma, or the weight of navigating life after contact with the justice system, I've spent more than 25 years working at exactly that intersection. I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in Texas with deep experience in the criminal justice, mental health, and substance use fields. Before private practice, I spent decades working directly with people the system had often already written off. I work with adolescents, adults, and seniors dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, and co-occurring conditions.
In 2019, I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, and in 2022, I obtained my Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology. Both were from Texas A&M International University. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor in the state of Texas. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and an Internationally Certified Drug and Alcohol Counselor. In my approach in therapy, I work collaboratively with my clients to evaluate your unique needs and provide an evidence-based approach so as to reach your treatment goals. I firmly believe that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and self-discovery and I will walk alongside you in this journey towards creating a meaningful life.
I believe healing begins when people feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. As a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I provide a compassionate, trauma-informed approach that combines evidence-based therapy with a genuine, collaborative relationship.
I work with teens, adults, couples, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship concerns, low self-esteem, stress, and family conflict. I also enjoy helping clients overcome people-pleasing, establish healthy boundaries, improve communication, and process difficult life experiences that continue to impact the present.
Before becoming a therapist, I spent 19 years working in public education, helping children, teens, and families navigate emotional challenges, strengthen communication, build resilience, and develop practical coping skills. That experience continues to shape my approach by meeting clients where they are and focusing on their unique strengths.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Laredo, TX



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 84%Trauma

- 99%Aetna
- 96%Cigna
- 89%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 83%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
- 72%Ascension

- 99%English
- 11%Spanish
- 1%Yoruba
- 1%Hindi
- 1%Igbo

- 80%Online only
- 20%In-person or online

- 74%Woman
- 25%Man

- 54%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 21%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 11%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
- 5%Advanced Practice Nurse
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


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 Laredo
Searching for addiction therapists in Laredo starts with finding someone whose experience matches the kind of support you want. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, nicotine dependence, gambling, or other behavioral patterns. Some therapists use approaches like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, or harm reduction-informed care. Some people may also work with a prescriber as part of their care team, so it helps to review each therapist’s listed specialties and approach before booking.
In a mid-size city like Laredo, you may find a mix of local therapy offices and virtual appointments across Texas. Virtual care can expand your options if nearby appointment times, commute, or schedule fit matter. As you compare therapists, look at whether they are accepting new patients, offer appointment times that work for you, and provide a free phone consultation. Reading bios can also help you understand how a therapist discusses addiction care, including whether they mention non-judgmental support, relapse prevention, or harm reduction frameworks.
Therapy in Laredo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs. Headway helps you find therapists who match your needs, lets you check insurance coverage based on your plan and location, and shows estimated out-of-pocket costs before you book. You can browse addiction therapists in Laredo, review bios, 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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