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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Salt Lake City, UT

Headway connects Salt Lake City residents with 438 licensed providers specializing in addiction recovery through evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Whether you're navigating alcohol use disorder, substance dependence, or behavioral addictions, virtual and in-person sessions offer flexible support with insurance coverage and free consultations available.

Traci Newland

Traci Newland

Therapist

Virtual • Magna, UT


“I became a therapist because I believe people deserve the opportunity to enjoy their lives again—to reconnect with themselves, discover who they are, and find hope even when life feels overwhelming.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Josh Whatcott

Josh Whatcott

Therapist

Virtual • Riverton, UT


“After 22 years in law enforcement, including 10 years as a police sergeant, I understand firsthand how trauma, chronic stress, critical incidents, grief, and the demands of high-stress careers can follow you home and affect your sleep,...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Gano Hasanbegovic

Gano Hasanbegovic

Therapist

Virtual • West Valley City, UT


Hello! I am Gano. I am a fully licensed clinical mental health counselor in Utah, though I am originally from Bosnia and Croatia. I have a Masters degree in Mental Health Counseling and specialization in Child and Family Therapy from Boston College, and a Bachelors degree in Psychology and Philosophy from Westminster University. I have been a therapist since 2019, and I have experience working with a wide variety of clients of different ages, backgrounds, and mental health issues. I have specialized training in EMDR trauma therapy and Attachment Based Family therapy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Folsom

Kenneth Folsom

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I'm an empowering, caring, empathic, and ethical professional. I care a great deal for those I serve...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gloria Saenz

Gloria Saenz

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I utilize a client-centered approach grounded in trust, empathy, and open communication, working collaboratively with clients to create care plans that align with their goals and values while decreasing emotional distress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Va Mounga

Va Mounga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C) with over 16 years of healthcare experience, I believe healing starts with feeling safe, heard, and understood. My own life experiences, combined with my clinical training, have shaped the compassionate, whole-person approach I bring to every client. I provide evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, and other mental health concerns while working collaboratively to help you reach your goals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Amy Walker

Amy Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My approach is practical, collaborative, and focused on helping you develop real tools that improve your daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Celeste Wiggins

Celeste Wiggins

Therapist

Virtual • Taylorsville, UT


“My goal for treatment is to provide an environment safe and brave enough for my client's to venture on their journey in creating personal goals regarding their mental health alongside my education and knowledge base.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hermin Youssefian

Hermin Youssefian

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am truly passionate and dedicated to helping couples, adults and family grow and heal from their pain and live happy, enjoyable lives with their loved ones.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tokunbo Akinleye

Tokunbo Akinleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Utah


“I provide an open, non-judgmental, compassionate, and warm environment. I want each and every patient to know their concerns are being addressed.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jordan Gardner

Jordan Gardner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orem, UT


“A guiding principle of my therapy practice is the belief that each person I work with has the capacity to overcome the challenges they are facing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tess Shafer

Tess Shafer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Heber City, UT


I have been a therapist for 10+ years. I received my Masters of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Syracuse University. I have specialized training for trauma, anxiety, and attachment, depression, family systems, addiction, and perinatal and postpartum. My range of experience includes residential treatment programs for troubled teens, intensive outpatient, and community mental health. I love working with all ages.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gaelle Vernet

Gaelle Vernet

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I work from a collaborative, strength-based approach, using modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology, & reality therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Laurel Morrill

Laurel Morrill

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I work hard to meet people where they are at and to help them get to where they want to be in their lives, all without judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Brian Reeves

Brian Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, meaning I work alongside you to explore challenges, identify patterns, and develop strategies that align with your values and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Kurt Sproul

Kurt Sproul

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


I dedicate my life work to helping others find ease in their life along with meaning and purpose and whatever is most important to them and their loved ones. When we lost my son-in-law to addiction and suicide, this career was jump-started!

My education and licensing background includes:

Master of Arts - Integrated Recovery for Co-Occuring Disorders - Hazelden Betty Ford Graduate School

CMHC - Clinical Mental Health Counselor

LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor

LAADC/ICAADC - Internationally Certified / Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hannah Taylor

Hannah Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I focus on what you need in session knowing that after we meet, you're going to carry on with your day, and you deserve to be in a secure headspace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michele Ryan

Michele Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and goal oriented. Let me help you to make meaning in your life and recover from what can feel life a dark and daunting existence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jordan Kuch

Jordan Kuch

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“In therapy, I will provide you with a nonjudgmental space where we can establish goals and work towards a more enriched life by achieving these goals step by step.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susan Agyeman

Susan Agyeman

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify problematic thought patterns that impact mood and behavior.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kiki Tolman

Kiki Tolman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orem, UT


“I believe that we don't sabotage happiness because we don't want it — we sabotage it because chaos or depression feels familiar.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Hill

Jacob Hill

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orem, UT


“I strive to create a welcoming and understanding space for clients. While I prioritize making people feel comfortable, I also believe in gently challenging perspectives, which I find essential for therapeutic growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Becky Gurr

Becky Gurr

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I provide a supportive and accepting space where you don't have to navigate those experiences alone.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tiffany Huntsman

Tiffany Huntsman

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Many clients appreciate my authentic, open approach to helping you figure out what you need to get to the life and family you want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kaylan Goodman

Kaylan Goodman

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I bring a playful, professional, and bold approach to therapy—creating a space where you can be honest, laugh when you need to, and tackle the hard stuff without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
VaLynn Espinoza

VaLynn Espinoza

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My approach is holistic, trauma-informed, and client-centered, recognizing the connection between mental, physical, emotional, and social well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Mercer Wetzel

Laura Mercer Wetzel

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I focus on working with folks who've suffered trauma through relationships, childhood experiences, and the justice system.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tyson Smith

Tyson Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I prioritize establishing safety and security in working with my clients so that the therapy environment is one that allows for exploring and overcoming.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Penelope Hazinakis-Swainston

Penelope Hazinakis-Swainston

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My personal journey has helped me to understand the challenges with juggling personal, family, and societal demands.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chandra Hoelsken

Chandra Hoelsken

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I focus on creating a safe place so that you can discover your own power to heal, identify your goals, develop your life purpose, and how you can navigate your life in a positive way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. John Evosevich

Dr. John Evosevich

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


J.M. Evosevich, PhD, LMFT, CADC, BCBA, RN is a licensed MFT specializing in individuals and couples. He has more than 30 years of experience working in healthcare and mental health with a specialization in couples therapy. He has successfully created individualized care for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michele Frances Purvin & Associates

Michele Frances Purvin & Associates

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Our therapists bring warmth, clarity, and calm presence into each session, creating a space where you feel safe to be honest, vulnerable, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Cornell

Diana Cornell

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


I have a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have been working in the field for the past 15 years. I have worked in residential substance abuse, treatment, and in individual practice settings.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aneladee Milne

Aneladee Milne

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I create a safe and nurturing environment where clients explore emotions, develop resilience, and build healthier, more fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yiny Poveda

Yiny Poveda

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I love working with adults 18+ who are in need of support coping with difficult times, maybe a trauma from the past, someone who wants to change but doesn't know how...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Briahna Maxwell

Briahna Maxwell

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“Therapy is meant to be a space where you do the hard work of healing while also learning to care for yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisbeth Greist

Lisbeth Greist

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“My practice is grounded in warmth, openness, and a commitment to creating a safe therapeutic environment where you can explore your experiences at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dixie Allen

Dixie Allen

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I am a therapist who is passionate about my work and fully believes in people's ability to create positive change in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bryant Pearson

Bryant Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I work with adults to better understand the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and help them develop practical tools to create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lani Gailey

Lani Gailey

Therapist

Virtual • Utah


“I hope to bring a warm and direct presence. My background in social work, marriage and family therapy, and substance use disorders allows me to help people that are navigating complex trauma, relationship concerns, addiction, and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Salt Lake City, UT

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Salt Lake City, UT
There are over 34 therapists in Salt Lake City, UT accepting new patients.
34+
Average years in practice
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7 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 97%Trauma
  • 97%Depression
  • 94%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 97%Cigna
  • 91%Regence BlueCross BlueShield of Utah
  • 82%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Select Health - Utah
Languages spoken
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  • 94%English
  • 3%Japanese
  • 3%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 53%Woman
  • 47%Man
License types
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  • 53%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 32%Clinical Mental Health Counselor
  • 9%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 62%Family therapy
  • 47%Couples therapy
  • 21%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 Salt Lake City

Finding addiction therapists in Salt Lake City starts with understanding what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, substance use, prescription drug misuse, gambling, or other behavioral concerns. Look for a therapist whose listed specialties and approach match what you want to work on, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or relapse prevention support. Some people may also work with a prescriber as part of their care team, depending on their needs.

Salt Lake City has a meaningful network of therapists, but the right match depends on more than location. You may want someone with an office near downtown, Sugar House, or the University of Utah, or you may prefer virtual sessions that give you more appointment options across Utah. Recovery can follow different paths, so it helps to look for a therapist who describes a non-judgmental style and experience with harm reduction or addiction recovery. Reading bios can also show how a therapist structures sessions, what concerns they support, and whether they offer a free phone consultation before you book.

Addiction counseling in Salt Lake City can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated out-of-pocket cost before booking. Headway helps you compare therapists who are accepting new patients, review their specialties and availability, and confirm whether they take your plan, so you can browse providers, 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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