Substance Use Therapists in Kansas City, KS
Maybe substance use has become a concern, or you're feeling disconnected from yourself.
I specialize in supporting young adults, those navigating substance use, and individuals processing grief. I also have experience in men’s mental health, helping clients explore identity, relationships, and emotions. Using psychodynamic therapy, parts work, CBT and MI, I help clients recognize patterns, build resilience, and move toward healing.
Maybe substance use has become a concern, or you're feeling disconnected from yourself.
I specialize in supporting young adults, those navigating substance use, and individuals processing grief. I also have experience in men’s mental health, helping clients explore identity, relationships, and emotions. Using psychodynamic therapy, parts work, CBT and MI, I help clients recognize patterns, build resilience, and move toward healing.
I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health/ substance use field working with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
As an addiction counselor, my mission is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for each of my clients. I understand that addiction is a complex and challenging journey, and I am here to support you every step of the way. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to helping you achieve lasting recovery.
I have over 15 years of experience in the mental health/ substance use field working with individuals, couples, families, and groups.
As an addiction counselor, my mission is to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for each of my clients. I understand that addiction is a complex and challenging journey, and I am here to support you every step of the way. My approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and a deep commitment to helping you achieve lasting recovery.
Clearwater Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in supporting individuals with substance use, mental health challenges, and trauma.
I have a Cognitive Behavioral approach and explore how childhood experiences and patterns in thoughts, feelings and behaviors may continue to affect how you manage them presently. I use Brainspotting to help your brain heal. I am an advocate for Emotional Support Animals, ESA, and believe whole-heartedly in the bond between human wellness and animal energy
I specialize in supporting individuals with substance use, mental health challenges, and trauma.
I have a Cognitive Behavioral approach and explore how childhood experiences and patterns in thoughts, feelings and behaviors may continue to affect how you manage them presently. I use Brainspotting to help your brain heal. I am an advocate for Emotional Support Animals, ESA, and believe whole-heartedly in the bond between human wellness and animal energy
Lorie Ann Newton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, LMAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, KS 66104
I am a licensed Master's Level Professional Counselor, licensed Addictions Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor with years of experience working with mental health and substance use disorders.
My focus is to help you heal, help you empower yourself and become aware of your inner strengths. This is a neutral and safe space for you to re-connect with yourself and help you adjust to the ever-changing world around you. A.N.N. Counseling will be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
I am a licensed Master's Level Professional Counselor, licensed Addictions Counselor and a Nationally Certified Counselor with years of experience working with mental health and substance use disorders.
My focus is to help you heal, help you empower yourself and become aware of your inner strengths. This is a neutral and safe space for you to re-connect with yourself and help you adjust to the ever-changing world around you. A.N.N. Counseling will be there for you every step of your journey. My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.
I have particular experience supporting clients recovering from domestic abuse and substance use.
Anxiety, depression, hurt from relationships, and current stressors can make day-to-day life feel like quicksand. You're unable to move forward to the life and freedom you want no matter how hard you try. You may feel confused and overwhelmed, not knowing what will help or where to start. Or maybe you have some ideas of what needs to change, but can't understand why you can't make it happen. Sometimes all we need are the right tools and someone who listens with caring and empathy to help us really move forward in a lasting way.
I have particular experience supporting clients recovering from domestic abuse and substance use.
Anxiety, depression, hurt from relationships, and current stressors can make day-to-day life feel like quicksand. You're unable to move forward to the life and freedom you want no matter how hard you try. You may feel confused and overwhelmed, not knowing what will help or where to start. Or maybe you have some ideas of what needs to change, but can't understand why you can't make it happen. Sometimes all we need are the right tools and someone who listens with caring and empathy to help us really move forward in a lasting way.
Amanda Evans
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CCDP-D
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adolescents and adults presenting with various issues, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD and related executive dysfunction, substance use disorders, trauma and life stressors, particularly in emerging adulthood.
I’m a mental health therapist in the states of Missouri and Kansas with 13+ years of experience providing support to individuals and their families in addressing their mental health and wellness. I seek to provide an empathetic, affirming and inclusive space for all that need help to work through the barriers in pursuing a life worth living. Often this can look like identifying and addressing “stuck points” that can impact our perception of self, others and the world and contribute to anxiety, feelings of sadness and struggles with self-worth as well as concerns with a sense of safety and security in an uncertain world.
I work with adolescents and adults presenting with various issues, such as mood and anxiety disorders, ADHD and related executive dysfunction, substance use disorders, trauma and life stressors, particularly in emerging adulthood.
I’m a mental health therapist in the states of Missouri and Kansas with 13+ years of experience providing support to individuals and their families in addressing their mental health and wellness. I seek to provide an empathetic, affirming and inclusive space for all that need help to work through the barriers in pursuing a life worth living. Often this can look like identifying and addressing “stuck points” that can impact our perception of self, others and the world and contribute to anxiety, feelings of sadness and struggles with self-worth as well as concerns with a sense of safety and security in an uncertain world.
Patrick P Pruitt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW, CADC, MAC, CRADC
Verified Verified
Online Only
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depressive issues, bipolar, as well as substance use disorders.
I am certified in several different modalities but am focusing on Accelerated Resolution Therapy. This uses eye movements to resolve issues.
I specialize working with people who have experienced trauma, anxiety and depressive issues, bipolar, as well as substance use disorders.
I am certified in several different modalities but am focusing on Accelerated Resolution Therapy. This uses eye movements to resolve issues.
Justin J Bastin
Marriage & Family Therapist, LCMFT, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, KS 66109
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel hopeless and are you afraid that nothing is going to get better? Are you struggling with emotional pain, past hurts, depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, parenting issues, or other relationship concerns? If so, Counseling would be the next step for you and/or your loved ones. Through Counseling, issues within the family, couple, and the individual are addressed and people learn to recapture their happiness that seems to have been lost. Counseling is an investment in yourself and your future.
Do you feel hopeless and are you afraid that nothing is going to get better? Are you struggling with emotional pain, past hurts, depression, anxiety, addiction, grief, parenting issues, or other relationship concerns? If so, Counseling would be the next step for you and/or your loved ones. Through Counseling, issues within the family, couple, and the individual are addressed and people learn to recapture their happiness that seems to have been lost. Counseling is an investment in yourself and your future.
Intervention Nation
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MAADCII, M-RSS, K-CPPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kansas City, KS 66102
Marla specializes in Family Interventions for any and all behaviors related to addiction. For 22+ years Marla has had the satisfaction of coaching, mentoring and re-integrating individuals, couples and families back into a new healthy, family system and/or community customized to the individuality and uniqueness of the family unit.
Our mission is to create the largest effort to date in order to enable the release of the forces that are keeping them stuck and to re-build the integrity of the individuals who reside within the potential family powerhouse.
Marla specializes in Family Interventions for any and all behaviors related to addiction. For 22+ years Marla has had the satisfaction of coaching, mentoring and re-integrating individuals, couples and families back into a new healthy, family system and/or community customized to the individuality and uniqueness of the family unit.
Our mission is to create the largest effort to date in order to enable the release of the forces that are keeping them stuck and to re-build the integrity of the individuals who reside within the potential family powerhouse.
Jennifer Dawdy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCAC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, KS 66101
Are you experiencing anxiety, life challenges or grief and heartache? I’m here to provide empathy and expert guidance to ensure you and your family overcome these difficulties together.
Are you experiencing anxiety, life challenges or grief and heartache? I’m here to provide empathy and expert guidance to ensure you and your family overcome these difficulties together.
Hi! My name is Chundra and welcome to my page! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in 6 states (AR, MO, KS, IL, OH, TX), looking to help you feel empowered on your journey of growth. I am here to empower you to consider different perspectives along your journey. You have already made a huge decision to seek help so allow me to assist you on this healing journey. I offer support and coaching to individuals who are experiencing significant life changes and are seeking personal growth as well as those suffering from depression, anxiety, parenting issues, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and insomnia.
Hi! My name is Chundra and welcome to my page! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in 6 states (AR, MO, KS, IL, OH, TX), looking to help you feel empowered on your journey of growth. I am here to empower you to consider different perspectives along your journey. You have already made a huge decision to seek help so allow me to assist you on this healing journey. I offer support and coaching to individuals who are experiencing significant life changes and are seeking personal growth as well as those suffering from depression, anxiety, parenting issues, adjustment issues, relationship issues, and insomnia.
Meet Our Substance Use Therapists
Our past experiences may shape us, but they don't have to define our lives. Sometimes painful memories, emotions, or even our own behavior can feel like a heavy weight we've been carrying for a long time. This weight can hold us back and can make life feel overwhelming. It can lead to problems in our relationships, unwanted thoughts and behaviors, or disconnection from ourselves and the things in life that matter most. It can feel impossible at times to free ourselves of this burden alone. I'm here to offer hope; hope that this weight can be lifted.
Our past experiences may shape us, but they don't have to define our lives. Sometimes painful memories, emotions, or even our own behavior can feel like a heavy weight we've been carrying for a long time. This weight can hold us back and can make life feel overwhelming. It can lead to problems in our relationships, unwanted thoughts and behaviors, or disconnection from ourselves and the things in life that matter most. It can feel impossible at times to free ourselves of this burden alone. I'm here to offer hope; hope that this weight can be lifted.
Jessica Calvert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions? My ideal client is anyone seeking support to navigate these difficulties and improve their overall well-being. Perhaps you're a new mother facing the joys and anxieties of pregnancy or postpartum or an individual navigating challenging circumstances. Regardless of your unique situation, I'm here to listen with empathy and understanding.
Are you struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or life transitions? My ideal client is anyone seeking support to navigate these difficulties and improve their overall well-being. Perhaps you're a new mother facing the joys and anxieties of pregnancy or postpartum or an individual navigating challenging circumstances. Regardless of your unique situation, I'm here to listen with empathy and understanding.
I am delighted you are here—it’s the first step in healing. I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space for you to explore experiences and emotions. I use various techniques based on your situation and when you need them most. I believe in the power of therapy and humor to transform lives and have dedicated my career to helping others achieve their goals. Together, we can find solutions and travel the road of self-discovery. I believe in the power of therapy and humor to transform lives and have dedicated my career to helping others achieve their goals. Together, we can travel the road of self-discovery.
I am delighted you are here—it’s the first step in healing. I am committed to creating a safe and welcoming space for you to explore experiences and emotions. I use various techniques based on your situation and when you need them most. I believe in the power of therapy and humor to transform lives and have dedicated my career to helping others achieve their goals. Together, we can find solutions and travel the road of self-discovery. I believe in the power of therapy and humor to transform lives and have dedicated my career to helping others achieve their goals. Together, we can travel the road of self-discovery.
Dr. Griff is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a specialization in Sports/Performance Psychology as well as an additional specialization in Trauma Psychology. Dr. Griff offers individual, family, child, and couple therapies in his group practice. He also offers health psychological and sports psychological services. Furthermore, Dr. Griff can provide psychological services to first responders, law enforcement, and military. He has experienced in providing a multitude of services as he was trained by the United Nations and has worked with the US military and professional athletes.
Dr. Griff is a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a specialization in Sports/Performance Psychology as well as an additional specialization in Trauma Psychology. Dr. Griff offers individual, family, child, and couple therapies in his group practice. He also offers health psychological and sports psychological services. Furthermore, Dr. Griff can provide psychological services to first responders, law enforcement, and military. He has experienced in providing a multitude of services as he was trained by the United Nations and has worked with the US military and professional athletes.
If you are interested in making a change in your life, but don’t know where to begin, I can help you. We can work together to understand what you need and how you can achieve your goals.
My areas of expertise include human sexuality and I have helped others in regards to their own childhood sexual abuse, sexual dysfunction in intimate relationships and sexual addiction. I am very interested in working with parents about talking to their own children about healthy sexuality.
If you are interested in making a change in your life, but don’t know where to begin, I can help you. We can work together to understand what you need and how you can achieve your goals.
My areas of expertise include human sexuality and I have helped others in regards to their own childhood sexual abuse, sexual dysfunction in intimate relationships and sexual addiction. I am very interested in working with parents about talking to their own children about healthy sexuality.
I provide therapy sessions via telehealth “online” for all within the State of Kansas. My approach to therapy is to help you uncover what is blocking you from living your life to the fullest. I do not believe I hold all the answers, rather I will help you uncover the answers to the problems you are facing. We will work together to find the best solutions to what is troubling you. I sincerely believe in listening to you fully and not judging you for how you feel or think.
I provide therapy sessions via telehealth “online” for all within the State of Kansas. My approach to therapy is to help you uncover what is blocking you from living your life to the fullest. I do not believe I hold all the answers, rather I will help you uncover the answers to the problems you are facing. We will work together to find the best solutions to what is troubling you. I sincerely believe in listening to you fully and not judging you for how you feel or think.
Inspire Behavioral Health Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LMSW, LMCFT
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Inspire Behavioral Health Services is a mental health organization that services the KS Medicaid and private pay population. We offer individual, family, and group therapy with in-home, in person, and telemedicine options. Our referral process is simple and our admin team is ready for any and all questions!
Inspire Behavioral Health Services is a mental health organization that services the KS Medicaid and private pay population. We offer individual, family, and group therapy with in-home, in person, and telemedicine options. Our referral process is simple and our admin team is ready for any and all questions!
My ideal client is someone struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or self-esteem issues. They may feel overwhelmed, unable to manage stress, or maintain healthy relationships, often trapped in negative patterns. Their needs include a safe, non-judgmental space to express emotions, explore their struggles, and gain tools for coping. They seek to improve their relationships, set boundaries, and build resilience. Ultimately, they want emotional stability, increased self-worth, and a life aligned with their values, moving toward healing and fulfillment.
My ideal client is someone struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or self-esteem issues. They may feel overwhelmed, unable to manage stress, or maintain healthy relationships, often trapped in negative patterns. Their needs include a safe, non-judgmental space to express emotions, explore their struggles, and gain tools for coping. They seek to improve their relationships, set boundaries, and build resilience. Ultimately, they want emotional stability, increased self-worth, and a life aligned with their values, moving toward healing and fulfillment.
Sandra S Fairbanks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am here to support and encourage you by using my gifts, along with effective tools and resources, to inspire change and break cycles. I firmly believe that our past does not define us—we have the power to choose our future while working through our challenges and striving toward our life’s goals. I also firmly believe that connection and understanding have the greatest impact, especially when we have walked similar paths. Through shared experiences, we can foster healing, growth, and meaningful change.
I am here to support and encourage you by using my gifts, along with effective tools and resources, to inspire change and break cycles. I firmly believe that our past does not define us—we have the power to choose our future while working through our challenges and striving toward our life’s goals. I also firmly believe that connection and understanding have the greatest impact, especially when we have walked similar paths. Through shared experiences, we can foster healing, growth, and meaningful change.
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Substance Use Therapists
How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counselors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.