Substance Use Therapists in Matthews, NC
Many come to my practice experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout, communication struggles, major life transitions, addiction, or co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment issues, communication and relationship struggles, trauma, personality disorders, substance use, and life transitions. Together, we build coping skills, improve insight, and create lasting emotional wellness.
Many come to my practice experiencing stress, anxiety, burnout, communication struggles, major life transitions, addiction, or co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns.
I help individuals, couples, and families navigate depression, anxiety, stress, adjustment issues, communication and relationship struggles, trauma, personality disorders, substance use, and life transitions. Together, we build coping skills, improve insight, and create lasting emotional wellness.
Lily Mudry
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS, MAC, NCC
3 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
I have 30 years of professional counseling experience and have implemented effective treatment for adolescents and adults enduring a variety of mental health and/or substance use disorders.
My area of competence is both in trauma, mental health practice and addictions counseling. I offer individual, group and family counseling. I utilize a variety of Evidence Based Treatment interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT and Motivational Interviewing. I have extensive training in trauma related therapies including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness.
I have 30 years of professional counseling experience and have implemented effective treatment for adolescents and adults enduring a variety of mental health and/or substance use disorders.
My area of competence is both in trauma, mental health practice and addictions counseling. I offer individual, group and family counseling. I utilize a variety of Evidence Based Treatment interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, DBT and Motivational Interviewing. I have extensive training in trauma related therapies including Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR) and Mindfulness.
I have worked with adults 18 and up with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and other life-challenges interfering with people living their best lives.
I strive to meet people where they are and create a safe environment where people can process underlying trauma/life-challenge to support more alignment with their intuition/goals. Part of my work with people entails reframing/challenging negative self-talk, helping set realistic short-term goals to aid in accomplishing long-term ones, improving emotion regulation, and developing mindfulness skills. I am an ally in all forms and address people-problems regardless of labels. I enjoy helping LCAS-A, LCAS-R, CADC-A, CADC-R clinicians through virtual weekly supervision groups on Wednesdays at 12pm. Individual supervisions are available.
I have worked with adults 18 and up with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, and other life-challenges interfering with people living their best lives.
I strive to meet people where they are and create a safe environment where people can process underlying trauma/life-challenge to support more alignment with their intuition/goals. Part of my work with people entails reframing/challenging negative self-talk, helping set realistic short-term goals to aid in accomplishing long-term ones, improving emotion regulation, and developing mindfulness skills. I am an ally in all forms and address people-problems regardless of labels. I enjoy helping LCAS-A, LCAS-R, CADC-A, CADC-R clinicians through virtual weekly supervision groups on Wednesdays at 12pm. Individual supervisions are available.
I have additional licensure as a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, which allows me to treat individuals with substance use disorders.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the world we currently live in? Do you have trouble regulating your emotions, feeling motivated, or feel "stuck" because of things that have happened to you in the past? I am trained in DBT and EMDR and work with individuals who are struggling with mood disorders, life transitions, and past trauma. I would love the opportunity to work alongside you on your healing journey. I want to give you the safe space needed to process what's going on and provide skills to help you become more adaptive.
I have additional licensure as a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, which allows me to treat individuals with substance use disorders.
Do you often feel overwhelmed by the world we currently live in? Do you have trouble regulating your emotions, feeling motivated, or feel "stuck" because of things that have happened to you in the past? I am trained in DBT and EMDR and work with individuals who are struggling with mood disorders, life transitions, and past trauma. I would love the opportunity to work alongside you on your healing journey. I want to give you the safe space needed to process what's going on and provide skills to help you become more adaptive.
I have extensive experience working in substance use, depression, anxiety, family issues, and others.
James Wood MA, LCAS
What is the difference between seeing a “therapist” and having lunch with your best friend, or favorite family member? You can tell me EXACTLY what you think and what you need. What you think and how you feel matters. It is very important to me to respect and empower everyone to enable the confidence needed to make life changes.
I approach therapy with a combination of humanistic and cognitive-behavioral modalities. I believe two people showing each other respect and caring equates to mental and emotional health. If you agree, we might be a good fit.
We are going to create WINS in your life and relationships!
I have extensive experience working in substance use, depression, anxiety, family issues, and others.
James Wood MA, LCAS
What is the difference between seeing a “therapist” and having lunch with your best friend, or favorite family member? You can tell me EXACTLY what you think and what you need. What you think and how you feel matters. It is very important to me to respect and empower everyone to enable the confidence needed to make life changes.
I approach therapy with a combination of humanistic and cognitive-behavioral modalities. I believe two people showing each other respect and caring equates to mental and emotional health. If you agree, we might be a good fit.
We are going to create WINS in your life and relationships!
Amy L Sanderson
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
12 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by sadness? Reaching out for support takes courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you. My goal is to help you move forward with greater hope and confidence. I deeply believe in the healing power of therapy and am continually inspired by the meaningful growth my clients achieve as they build more fulfilling, balanced, and joyful lives. In addition to in-office appointments, I offer secure telehealth counseling so you can connect from the comfort and privacy of your home. I also provide walk-and-talk therapy on peaceful wooded trails.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by sadness? Reaching out for support takes courage, and I'm honored to walk alongside you. My goal is to help you move forward with greater hope and confidence. I deeply believe in the healing power of therapy and am continually inspired by the meaningful growth my clients achieve as they build more fulfilling, balanced, and joyful lives. In addition to in-office appointments, I offer secure telehealth counseling so you can connect from the comfort and privacy of your home. I also provide walk-and-talk therapy on peaceful wooded trails.
La Vida Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS
5 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Our team of therapists are ready to help for individual or couples counseling! We offer in person and virtual sessions! Specialties include but not limited to: trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems and transitions into college. Please visit our website for more details about our therapists and services we offer. We offer counseling services to clients from age 5 years-Adult. ¡Se habla Español!
Our team of therapists are ready to help for individual or couples counseling! We offer in person and virtual sessions! Specialties include but not limited to: trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, behavioral problems and transitions into college. Please visit our website for more details about our therapists and services we offer. We offer counseling services to clients from age 5 years-Adult. ¡Se habla Español!
I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and substance use.
Twenty years in this field has taught me one thing: the "letters" after my name matter far less than the connection we build in the room. Whether you are a teen trying to find your voice or an adult searching for clarity, you deserve a space where you feel understood, not just "diagnosed."
I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, trauma, and substance use.
Twenty years in this field has taught me one thing: the "letters" after my name matter far less than the connection we build in the room. Whether you are a teen trying to find your voice or an adult searching for clarity, you deserve a space where you feel understood, not just "diagnosed."
I have 6+ years of experience in treating substance use and concurrent mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, internal conflict, stress management, and relapse prevention.
I am a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist in NC with an additional specialization in the clinical treatment of trauma. I graduated from Liberty University with a Master’s degree in Applied and Developmental Psychology. I implement a strengths-based and person-centered approach and firmly believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change. I'm passionate about helping clients identify strengths, establish healthy coping strategies, increase self-awareness, and ultimately work toward long-term healing and recovery.
I have 6+ years of experience in treating substance use and concurrent mental health concerns including anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-esteem, internal conflict, stress management, and relapse prevention.
I am a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist in NC with an additional specialization in the clinical treatment of trauma. I graduated from Liberty University with a Master’s degree in Applied and Developmental Psychology. I implement a strengths-based and person-centered approach and firmly believe that every individual has the capacity for growth and change. I'm passionate about helping clients identify strengths, establish healthy coping strategies, increase self-awareness, and ultimately work toward long-term healing and recovery.
Identified problems are mental health (anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, PTSD, ADHD); Substance Use Disorder (SUD); Dual Diagnosis, Behavioral Health and those with relationship Issues.
I have worked for several years in mental health/ substance use disorder and behavioral health in various treatment settings. I work with all people, and my specialty is to assist men with tearing down strongholds, the negative generational misfortunes and learned misinformation, around who/what a man really is. I help all to gain a better sense of purpose.
Identified problems are mental health (anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, PTSD, ADHD); Substance Use Disorder (SUD); Dual Diagnosis, Behavioral Health and those with relationship Issues.
I have worked for several years in mental health/ substance use disorder and behavioral health in various treatment settings. I work with all people, and my specialty is to assist men with tearing down strongholds, the negative generational misfortunes and learned misinformation, around who/what a man really is. I help all to gain a better sense of purpose.
I am a fully licensed therapist who has over 9 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field.
Do you feel stuck, unsupported, disconnected, or out of balance in your life? You are not alone, and you are capable of learning new ways to manage life stressors to move towards happiness and growth. Whether you are struggling with addiction, have relationship issues, are overwhelmed with anxiety, or are stuck in depression, you can learn to free yourself from distress by managing negative thoughts and emotions, engaging in healthy communication, and setting boundaries that protect and support you and those you care about.
I am a fully licensed therapist who has over 9 years of experience in the mental health and substance use field.
Do you feel stuck, unsupported, disconnected, or out of balance in your life? You are not alone, and you are capable of learning new ways to manage life stressors to move towards happiness and growth. Whether you are struggling with addiction, have relationship issues, are overwhelmed with anxiety, or are stuck in depression, you can learn to free yourself from distress by managing negative thoughts and emotions, engaging in healthy communication, and setting boundaries that protect and support you and those you care about.
In my 10+ years of practice, I've worked with people navigating anxiety, people-pleasing, trauma, relationship issues, substance use, and life transitions.
If you’re here, something inside you already knows it’s time. Time to stop carrying the weight of everyone else's emotions, time to stop overthinking everything, time to stop believing you're "too much." You might be the one who always shows up, gives more than you get, and worries that if you stop trying so hard, everything will fall apart. You don't have to keep earning love through overthinking, caretaking, and self-silencing. Therapy can be the place where you finally exhale and learn how to tune into your own feelings and needs.
In my 10+ years of practice, I've worked with people navigating anxiety, people-pleasing, trauma, relationship issues, substance use, and life transitions.
If you’re here, something inside you already knows it’s time. Time to stop carrying the weight of everyone else's emotions, time to stop overthinking everything, time to stop believing you're "too much." You might be the one who always shows up, gives more than you get, and worries that if you stop trying so hard, everything will fall apart. You don't have to keep earning love through overthinking, caretaking, and self-silencing. Therapy can be the place where you finally exhale and learn how to tune into your own feelings and needs.
Are you trying to manage something heavy on your own that has stopped being manageable — a relationship with alcohol or drugs that used to feel like relief and now feels like a weight, anxiety keeping you stuck, or a pattern you can't seem to outrun no matter how hard you try? Maybe you're scared, ashamed, or just tired. Whatever brought you here, I want you to know - struggle doesn't make you weak or broken - it means you found a way to survive something painful. Recovery and healing are possible and you don't have to keep carrying it alone or arrive "polished" to start.
Are you trying to manage something heavy on your own that has stopped being manageable — a relationship with alcohol or drugs that used to feel like relief and now feels like a weight, anxiety keeping you stuck, or a pattern you can't seem to outrun no matter how hard you try? Maybe you're scared, ashamed, or just tired. Whatever brought you here, I want you to know - struggle doesn't make you weak or broken - it means you found a way to survive something painful. Recovery and healing are possible and you don't have to keep carrying it alone or arrive "polished" to start.
I have over 8 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings including inpatient mental health and outpatient settings, including substance use programs.
My goal is to create a safe space for healing and growth. Often that comes from helping you deal with the negative experiences in your life, past and/or present. I have largely worked with adults, providing support services during times of transition or loss, processing past trauma, anger management, and relationship difficulties. I am licensed in North and South Carolina.
I have over 8 years of experience in the mental health field in a variety of settings including inpatient mental health and outpatient settings, including substance use programs.
My goal is to create a safe space for healing and growth. Often that comes from helping you deal with the negative experiences in your life, past and/or present. I have largely worked with adults, providing support services during times of transition or loss, processing past trauma, anger management, and relationship difficulties. I am licensed in North and South Carolina.
Areas of expertise include: substance use, process addictions, trauma, mood/anxiety concerns, relationship issues, non-monogamy, polyamory, kink affirming, gender & sexual identity, LGBTQI+ individuals, men's issues, and working with individual, couples, families.
Taking the step to seek out therapy takes tremendous courage and vulnerability. My approach in counseling is holistic and takes into account the whole body, mind, and spirit. As a therapist I treat individuals, couples, and families regardless of race, age, sexuality, gender, religion, or ethnicity. Both professionally and personally, I believe that we all have within us what is necessary for true growth and change. Join me on the journey of exploring your needs and goals to help you accomplish a desired outcome.
Areas of expertise include: substance use, process addictions, trauma, mood/anxiety concerns, relationship issues, non-monogamy, polyamory, kink affirming, gender & sexual identity, LGBTQI+ individuals, men's issues, and working with individual, couples, families.
Taking the step to seek out therapy takes tremendous courage and vulnerability. My approach in counseling is holistic and takes into account the whole body, mind, and spirit. As a therapist I treat individuals, couples, and families regardless of race, age, sexuality, gender, religion, or ethnicity. Both professionally and personally, I believe that we all have within us what is necessary for true growth and change. Join me on the journey of exploring your needs and goals to help you accomplish a desired outcome.
Kristi Stitt
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA
1 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Waitlist for new clients
My clinical experience includes working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, eating disorders, and substance use challenges.
I believe that healing begins with connection, and I am honored to partner with clients as they work toward greater balance, confidence, and overall mental wellness.
My clinical experience includes working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, eating disorders, and substance use challenges.
I believe that healing begins with connection, and I am honored to partner with clients as they work toward greater balance, confidence, and overall mental wellness.
Mental and emotional wellness is important in this hectic world today. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, & Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with 35 years of counseling experience. My practice serves individuals, couples, and families who are seeking assistance with a wide array of concerns including life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and grief and loss. I am an LGBTQ affirming counselor. I can help with trauma issues using techniques like EMDR. My specialties include couples counseling, adult children of alcoholics issues, and women's issues.
Mental and emotional wellness is important in this hectic world today. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, & Licensed Clinical Addiction Specialist with 35 years of counseling experience. My practice serves individuals, couples, and families who are seeking assistance with a wide array of concerns including life transitions, stress, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, and grief and loss. I am an LGBTQ affirming counselor. I can help with trauma issues using techniques like EMDR. My specialties include couples counseling, adult children of alcoholics issues, and women's issues.
I love working with kids, adolescents and adults. Whether you are struggling with adjustment, work/life balance or trauma, I can help support you. In our first meeting we set goals and objectives to help us stay focused and accountable. Seeking counseling is a brave step. We work hard to make progress and ensure you are satisfied with the results.
I love working with kids, adolescents and adults. Whether you are struggling with adjustment, work/life balance or trauma, I can help support you. In our first meeting we set goals and objectives to help us stay focused and accountable. Seeking counseling is a brave step. We work hard to make progress and ensure you are satisfied with the results.
Break the cycle. Reclaim your life. Expert trauma therapy rooted in neuroscience and holistic healing. We don't believe in quick fixes. We believe in deep, lasting healing. At The Healing Collective, our licensed trauma specialists help high-achieving adults heal from the inside out - with measurable progress in as few as eight session. Unlearn survival, reconnect to your nervous system, and build a relationship with yourself that feels safe, sovereign, and whole. Real healing is more than symptoms relief. It's not about coping harder. It's about reconnecting in a way that actually shifts the patterns keeping you stuck.
Break the cycle. Reclaim your life. Expert trauma therapy rooted in neuroscience and holistic healing. We don't believe in quick fixes. We believe in deep, lasting healing. At The Healing Collective, our licensed trauma specialists help high-achieving adults heal from the inside out - with measurable progress in as few as eight session. Unlearn survival, reconnect to your nervous system, and build a relationship with yourself that feels safe, sovereign, and whole. Real healing is more than symptoms relief. It's not about coping harder. It's about reconnecting in a way that actually shifts the patterns keeping you stuck.
Most of my life has been devoted to professional counseling. I bring passion and dedication to my clients. I work with both adults and adolescents. I experience my greatest joy as they achieve their goals and experience healing.I use an integrative approach to therapy inspired by a variety of evidence based practices, including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, and mindfulness. I've received advanced training in CBT, having successfully completed a cognitive behavioral therapy certificate course led by Dr. John Ludgate, who trained under Dr. Aron Beck, founder of cognitive therapy.
Most of my life has been devoted to professional counseling. I bring passion and dedication to my clients. I work with both adults and adolescents. I experience my greatest joy as they achieve their goals and experience healing.I use an integrative approach to therapy inspired by a variety of evidence based practices, including, but not limited to, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution focused therapy, and mindfulness. I've received advanced training in CBT, having successfully completed a cognitive behavioral therapy certificate course led by Dr. John Ludgate, who trained under Dr. Aron Beck, founder of cognitive therapy.
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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.