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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Pasadena, TX

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

In Pasadena, Headway provides compassionate addiction support through providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART recovery, and relapse prevention strategies. With 3,131 providers available and insurance coverage options, you can find the right fit for your recovery journey.

Anita Forde

Anita Forde

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Garden Ridge, TX


“I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgemental environment where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences at their own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Teresia Gitau

Teresia Gitau

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe healing happens when you feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment, so I work to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mojisola Nwofor

Mojisola Nwofor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is collaborative, holistic, and empowering. I believe patients should feel supported and informed when making decisions about their mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chase Sorrells

Chase Sorrells

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am your partner and advocate in your mental health journey. The first step toward change requires courage, patience, and trust.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Virginia Pierce

Virginia Pierce

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My focus is humanistic psychology, transpersonal development, and good mental health wellness/hygiene.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Yvonne Sawatzky

Yvonne Sawatzky

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work with children, adolescents, and adults on trauma recovery and co-occurring concerns, including PTSD, substance use, panic, depression, and attachment struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erika Unberhagen

Erika Unberhagen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakehills, TX


“I also had to embrace the concept that true strength lies in asking for help and a willingness to receive it.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mary Banks

Mary Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Effective counseling begins with the quality of the relationship between the counselor and the client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Steven Sizemore

Steven Sizemore

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“His approach is warm and direct — he works to understand what's actually keeping you stuck, not just the surface symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Susan Riley

Susan Riley

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“She finds it heartbreaking for anyone suffer needlessly when there are absolutely ways to feel better.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrew Oshobu

Andrew Oshobu

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“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 7 insurance carriers
Tiffany Murphy

Tiffany Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I tend to be direct, yet compassionate towards my clients in a way that help solve their struggles in a productive way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Yisa

Dr. Deborah Yisa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Houston, TX


“My therapeutic style is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I believe in meeting people where they are while empowering them to reach where they want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Abby Nickle

Abby Nickle

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I firmly believe in creating a safe and inclusive space where you can feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Goldstein

Andrea Goldstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Jamaika Hughes-Peña

Jamaika Hughes-Peña

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I see you as the expert in your own life, and my role is to walk alongside you, not tell you who to be or how to heal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Shannon Tantillo

Shannon Tantillo

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work well with individuals trying to get and remain sober with secular or 12 step recovery styles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ahmed Ahmed

Dr. Ahmed Ahmed

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Texas


“Patients describe me as clear, collaborative, and non-judgmental: I listen first, explain options in plain language, and work with you to choose a plan that fits your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Thad Ward

Thad Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Welcome! As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with over a decade of clinical experience, I partner with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, Bipolar disorder, and life or career transitions. I also specialize in treating addictions of all kinds. Whether you are actively struggling with substance use and dependence, navigating early recovery, or looking for long-term support in the recovery process, I am here to help.

I also provide dedicated care to LGBTQIA+ individuals. I believe that meaningful healing happens when you feel completely safe and respected.I provide a compassionate, collaborative, and judgment-free space tailored entirely to your needs. Together, we will uncover what it means for you to thrive, setting realistic goals and developing healthy, everyday coping skills. I look forward to partnering with you on your journey toward growth and healing.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jeremiah Lucero

Jeremiah Lucero

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I specialize in trauma work utilizing EMDR. One of my primary areas of concentration is addiction (individual & family).”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Simran Shallwani

Simran Shallwani

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I aim to create a safe space for clients to process. I incorporate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy in my practice.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Gammons

Brittany Gammons

Therapist

Virtual • Granbury, TX


“I believe healing happens in relationship—and I strive to build one where you feel deeply understood and truly accepted.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Melisa Martinez

Melisa Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“With compassion and understanding, she works with each individual to help them build on their strengths and attain the personal growth they are committed to accomplishing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Chioma Onuorah

Chioma Onuorah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and patient-centered. I believe the best treatment begins with listening carefully and understanding your story, not just your symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Stephen Dunne Garcia

Dr. Stephen Dunne Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“Having served in the military and federal civilian workforce I personally understand the stresses that effect our lives and the lives of our children and loved ones.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Yesenia Young

Yesenia Young

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I take a warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental approach, while also being willing to challenge clients when it can help them grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Tori Hankey

Tori Hankey

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I work with adults navigating trauma, anxiety, grief and loss, relationship and family struggles, and complex emotional or behavioral patterns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Henry Wallace

Henry Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


I am a family and marriage counselor currently licensed in Texas. I have over 40 years of experience working as a psychotherapists and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, sexual issues, substance abuse issues and general life conflicts. I also helped many people who have experienced combinations of areas of concerns and who faced existential conflicts within their lives.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Bogucki

Amy Bogucki

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Highland Village, TX


Hi! I'm Amy. From my background in early childhood education, to my master's in counseling from the University of North Texas, from an internship with an addiction-focused residential site to EMDR training to clinical leadership in a partial hospitalization program, I use my wide breadth of experience to inform my practice.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kristina Robertson

Kristina Robertson

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


Great to meet you

If you’re struggling with anxiety, overthinking, trauma, or relationship stress, you’re not alone. Many people face these challenges, and support is available to help you feel understood and less isolated.

I work with adults and adolescents who feel overwhelmed, mentally exhausted, or stuck in patterns they can’t seem to break. Many of my clients deal with high anxiety, racing thoughts, people-pleasing, and difficulty setting boundaries. Still, therapy can help you find hope and a way forward, even if it looks like you have everything together on the outside.

If you’re constantly overanalyzing, feeling on edge, or carrying the weight of past experiences, therapy can help you slow things down and regain control, empowering you to manage your thoughts and feelings more effectively.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Remi Olorunsola

Remi Olorunsola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Katy, TX


“I am here to support your overall mental wellbeing. It is something we would do together through methods that work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Storm Rivas

Storm Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I'm known for being both approachable and direct, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself while also feeling supported in making meaningful progress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathryn Gallier

Kathryn Gallier

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a supportive, compassionate space where clients can reflect, gain insight, and move toward healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jocelyn Jones

Dr. Jocelyn Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental, place where we can come together and you can develop the coping skills/strategies needed to make better decisions and regain control of your life as you reach your full potential.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystal Klein

Krystal Klein

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My therapeutic style is warm and understanding. I believe in meeting my clients where they're at and allowing them to move at their own pace while simultaneously challenging them to work towards their treatment goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tumininu Adeleke

Tumininu Adeleke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Texas


“I believe in fostering a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to take steps toward healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Taylor Ray

Taylor Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I support individuals navigating anxiety, stress, anger management, and substance use with practical tools, compassion, and space to grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stephanie Harris

Stephanie Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“I am LGBTQ+ affirming and direct by nature. I do not do vague, I do not waste your time, and I work best with people who are done waiting to feel better and ready to actually do something about it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sofia Lopez

Sofia Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Texas


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in evidence‐based practices that help clients build insight and create meaningful change at a pace that feels right for them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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 20 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Pasadena, TX
There are over 47 therapists in Pasadena, TX accepting new patients.
47+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 87%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 72%Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 72%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 2%Igbo
  • 2%Punjabi
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 28%Man
License types
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  • 60%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 6%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 26%Family therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy
  • 11%Child or adolescent therapy

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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 Pasadena

Finding addiction therapists in Pasadena starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for substance use, alcohol use, compulsive behaviors, relapse prevention, and concerns that occur alongside addiction, such as anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare Pasadena therapists, look for someone whose listed specialties and approach match what you want to work on. Relevant approaches may include motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, and coordination with a prescriber when medication support is part of your care team.

In a smaller city like Pasadena, the number of local therapists with addiction experience may vary by schedule, office location, and specialty. Virtual appointments can expand your options beyond nearby offices while still giving you access to therapists licensed in Texas. As you narrow your search, consider appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios can also help you see how a therapist describes their communication style, experience with addiction care, and approach to recovery, including non-judgmental or harm reduction-informed support.

Addiction therapy in Pasadena 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 helps you search for therapists who match your needs, check your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready. You can compare Pasadena counseling options by specialty, availability, appointment format, and insurance fit, making it easier to find a therapist who accepts your plan and is ready to take new clients.

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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