Substance Use Therapists in Nashville, TN
I have experience working with kids, older adults, substance use, and a variety of mental health conditions.
My focuses include personality disorders, anxiety, depression, addiction, and adult ADHD. I also have a special interest and training in working with adolescents, young adults, and members of the LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC communities. I deeply value building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, willingness, and mutual respect.
I have experience working with kids, older adults, substance use, and a variety of mental health conditions.
My focuses include personality disorders, anxiety, depression, addiction, and adult ADHD. I also have a special interest and training in working with adolescents, young adults, and members of the LGBTQIA+ & BIPOC communities. I deeply value building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, willingness, and mutual respect.
whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, substance use, chronic pain, eating challenges, or the constant pressure to keep everyone else happy in the process of experiencing these hardships
I take a holistic approach that honors all parts of who you are and the systems shaping your life. Therapy with me is about more than coping; it’s about connection, grounding, and support. I value linking you to resources and community to help you feel less alone, while also offering sustainable practices that help you feel safer and build that self trust.
whether it’s anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, substance use, chronic pain, eating challenges, or the constant pressure to keep everyone else happy in the process of experiencing these hardships
I take a holistic approach that honors all parts of who you are and the systems shaping your life. Therapy with me is about more than coping; it’s about connection, grounding, and support. I value linking you to resources and community to help you feel less alone, while also offering sustainable practices that help you feel safer and build that self trust.
My background is group and individual settings struggling with co-occurring disorders, primarily substance use and mood disorders.
I offer a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your emotions and experiences without judgment. My approach is rooted in evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). We'll explore underlying patterns, uncover strengths, and cultivate resilience.
My background is group and individual settings struggling with co-occurring disorders, primarily substance use and mood disorders.
I offer a safe and empathetic space where you can explore your emotions and experiences without judgment. My approach is rooted in evidence-based techniques such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). We'll explore underlying patterns, uncover strengths, and cultivate resilience.
Do you or someone you love struggle with addiction? My passion is working with individuals and families dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. Feelings of shame, anger, and confusion are common when faced with this illness. You are not alone! For the past 20 years, I have worked with the best addiction professionals in the country, and bring their collective knowledge and compassion to each individual that I work with. Every client is different, and what works for one person, may not work for another. Together, we can find a solution so you can reclaim your life and your purpose.
Do you or someone you love struggle with addiction? My passion is working with individuals and families dealing with drug and alcohol abuse. Feelings of shame, anger, and confusion are common when faced with this illness. You are not alone! For the past 20 years, I have worked with the best addiction professionals in the country, and bring their collective knowledge and compassion to each individual that I work with. Every client is different, and what works for one person, may not work for another. Together, we can find a solution so you can reclaim your life and your purpose.
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to support individuals navigating substance use, relapse concerns, and life stressors.
I specialize in substance use counseling, relapse prevention, and emotional wellness. Using CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, I help clients build coping skills, navigate triggers, and create lasting change through supportive telehealth care across Tennessee.
As a Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor, I use evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to support individuals navigating substance use, relapse concerns, and life stressors.
I specialize in substance use counseling, relapse prevention, and emotional wellness. Using CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing, I help clients build coping skills, navigate triggers, and create lasting change through supportive telehealth care across Tennessee.
Sherrie E. McKinney
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, BS, LADC II, NCAC II, SAP, P4LIFE
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with clients who have some desire to move toward abstinence and/or recovery. Many of my clients have experienced negative consequences due to alcohol or drug use, including contact with the criminal justice system, loss of their driver's license, job, children, etc. I provide substance abuse counseling, drug education and an Alcohol and Drug Assessment that will satisfy most state requirements.
I work with clients who have some desire to move toward abstinence and/or recovery. Many of my clients have experienced negative consequences due to alcohol or drug use, including contact with the criminal justice system, loss of their driver's license, job, children, etc. I provide substance abuse counseling, drug education and an Alcohol and Drug Assessment that will satisfy most state requirements.
Together, we've addressed: anxiety & depression; substance use; grief, stress, & burnout; abandonment & neglect, shame & self-confidence; and trauma including rape, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse.
My counseling style is compassionate and collaborative. I provide space that is safe and affirming for people of all ages, abilities, genders, backgrounds, beliefs, & identities. I listen. I never judge or blame. I believe clients. Sessions are filled with invitations to explore, not expectations. I ask. I never push. You decide what gets discussed.
Together, we've addressed: anxiety & depression; substance use; grief, stress, & burnout; abandonment & neglect, shame & self-confidence; and trauma including rape, sexual assault, and child sexual abuse.
My counseling style is compassionate and collaborative. I provide space that is safe and affirming for people of all ages, abilities, genders, backgrounds, beliefs, & identities. I listen. I never judge or blame. I believe clients. Sessions are filled with invitations to explore, not expectations. I ask. I never push. You decide what gets discussed.
I am particularly interested in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, facilitating trauma processes, and substance use recovery.
I use an integrative and systemic approach to therapy with an emphasis on building a strong relationship of felt safety with my clients. I have over 20 years of experience in schools, alcohol/drug treatment, hospital, community, and detention settings. I affirm all gender expressions and experiences, sexual orientations, and consensual relationship styles.
I am particularly interested in working with members of the LGBTQIA+ community, facilitating trauma processes, and substance use recovery.
I use an integrative and systemic approach to therapy with an emphasis on building a strong relationship of felt safety with my clients. I have over 20 years of experience in schools, alcohol/drug treatment, hospital, community, and detention settings. I affirm all gender expressions and experiences, sexual orientations, and consensual relationship styles.
I also specialize in grief, trauma, and substance use—whether you're personally struggling or supporting someone who is.
I use a strengths-based approach to help clients build skills, shift patterns, and develop support. I integrate mindfulness and goal-setting, and I’m trained in EMDR and certified in DBT. Sessions are tailored to your needs so we can work at a pace that feels grounded, supportive, and effective.
I also specialize in grief, trauma, and substance use—whether you're personally struggling or supporting someone who is.
I use a strengths-based approach to help clients build skills, shift patterns, and develop support. I integrate mindfulness and goal-setting, and I’m trained in EMDR and certified in DBT. Sessions are tailored to your needs so we can work at a pace that feels grounded, supportive, and effective.
I am a compassionate and down-to-Earth, strengths-based therapist. I provide counseling that addresses the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, substance abuse, and relational issues. I commit to providing a safe space to explore beliefs and how they impact your behavior and perspectives of yourself and the world around you while also teaching practical skills to help navigate life more effectively. I am trained in a number of evidence-based modalities which enable me to have an integrated and individualized approach. You are taking a big step! Let's journey together to create holistic wellness: mind, body, and spirit.
I am a compassionate and down-to-Earth, strengths-based therapist. I provide counseling that addresses the areas of trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, substance abuse, and relational issues. I commit to providing a safe space to explore beliefs and how they impact your behavior and perspectives of yourself and the world around you while also teaching practical skills to help navigate life more effectively. I am trained in a number of evidence-based modalities which enable me to have an integrated and individualized approach. You are taking a big step! Let's journey together to create holistic wellness: mind, body, and spirit.
I specialize in hypnotherapy and EMDR to help clients heal trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use at the root level.
I help clients heal trauma, addiction, and anxiety using hypnotherapy and EMDR. I offer inner child–focused hypnosis, exploratory hypnotherapy, and smoking cessation, alongside trauma-informed substance abuse treatment. My approach addresses root causes, not just symptoms, to support lasting change.
I specialize in hypnotherapy and EMDR to help clients heal trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance use at the root level.
I help clients heal trauma, addiction, and anxiety using hypnotherapy and EMDR. I offer inner child–focused hypnosis, exploratory hypnotherapy, and smoking cessation, alongside trauma-informed substance abuse treatment. My approach addresses root causes, not just symptoms, to support lasting change.
I use a nonjudgemental, strength-based approach to help people identify and change unwanted patterns and problems in their lives. Some people come to me because they want to better understand and change their relationship to alcohol and/or other drugs. Couples often reach out to me because of violations of trust such as infidelity and deceit from addiction. These problems are particularly challenging to face and talk about. Anger, sadness, shame, and resentments can get in the way, making it difficult to heal, grow, listen, and to love.
I use a nonjudgemental, strength-based approach to help people identify and change unwanted patterns and problems in their lives. Some people come to me because they want to better understand and change their relationship to alcohol and/or other drugs. Couples often reach out to me because of violations of trust such as infidelity and deceit from addiction. These problems are particularly challenging to face and talk about. Anger, sadness, shame, and resentments can get in the way, making it difficult to heal, grow, listen, and to love.
I also have expertise working with a variety of difficulties, such as difficulty controlling emotion and attention, anger, anxiety, depression, mood swings, nightmares, panic attacks, serious mental illness, sleep problems, stress management, substance use, and relationship difficulties.
I am trained in evidenced based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I have completed several trainings and rotations administering trauma-focused therapy in trauma and PTSD clinics. I have also completed training in the assessment and treatment of mood difficulties, substance use, and sleep disorders.
I also have expertise working with a variety of difficulties, such as difficulty controlling emotion and attention, anger, anxiety, depression, mood swings, nightmares, panic attacks, serious mental illness, sleep problems, stress management, substance use, and relationship difficulties.
I am trained in evidenced based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I have completed several trainings and rotations administering trauma-focused therapy in trauma and PTSD clinics. I have also completed training in the assessment and treatment of mood difficulties, substance use, and sleep disorders.
I think of therapy as a way to free ourselves from obstacles that prevent us from moving forward with our lives. Challenges such as problems at work, difficult relationships or the sudden impact of a traumatic event. I am genuinely interested in your story. I would like to partner with you to help you find clarity, wisdom, strength and support so you can identity what needs to shift in your life to create positive change.
I think of therapy as a way to free ourselves from obstacles that prevent us from moving forward with our lives. Challenges such as problems at work, difficult relationships or the sudden impact of a traumatic event. I am genuinely interested in your story. I would like to partner with you to help you find clarity, wisdom, strength and support so you can identity what needs to shift in your life to create positive change.
In particular, I specialize in working with those struggling with substance use, binge eating, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, existential distress, and life transitions.
Do you feel as though life is passing you by? As though you’re not in the driver’s seat of your own life? Oftentimes we go into autopilot mode because it’s familiar and feels comfortable. This autopilot mode can serve us, but when we’re constantly reacting to life automatically rather than responding mindfully, it can start to create issues for us. Therapy can be an effective way to break out of habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that are causing us problems. I create a nonjudgmental space where you can pause to explore how to live life more intentionally and wholeheartedly.
In particular, I specialize in working with those struggling with substance use, binge eating, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, existential distress, and life transitions.
Do you feel as though life is passing you by? As though you’re not in the driver’s seat of your own life? Oftentimes we go into autopilot mode because it’s familiar and feels comfortable. This autopilot mode can serve us, but when we’re constantly reacting to life automatically rather than responding mindfully, it can start to create issues for us. Therapy can be an effective way to break out of habitual patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that are causing us problems. I create a nonjudgmental space where you can pause to explore how to live life more intentionally and wholeheartedly.
I have always said a willing client is my favorite kind of client. It is likely you do not want to feel unwanted emotions, you don't even have to engage in self-improvement but the question is... are you willing to take a leap of faith towards personal healing?
I have always said a willing client is my favorite kind of client. It is likely you do not want to feel unwanted emotions, you don't even have to engage in self-improvement but the question is... are you willing to take a leap of faith towards personal healing?
I have training in relational, dynamic, and cognitive therapies with a specialization in harm reduction treatment for substance use issues.
Psychotherapy is a healing process which I am honored to be a part of. I greatly respect your decision to seek change, and I will work diligently to help you. Suffering is universal but you are unique; we will collaborate to understand what ails you and create an individualized therapy experience. I listen closely, empathize deeply, and maintain a curious, open-minded stance to build an authentic bond, which is paramount in healing. Within the safety of our therapeutic relationship I will help you explore, understand, and bring about the changes you want.
I have training in relational, dynamic, and cognitive therapies with a specialization in harm reduction treatment for substance use issues.
Psychotherapy is a healing process which I am honored to be a part of. I greatly respect your decision to seek change, and I will work diligently to help you. Suffering is universal but you are unique; we will collaborate to understand what ails you and create an individualized therapy experience. I listen closely, empathize deeply, and maintain a curious, open-minded stance to build an authentic bond, which is paramount in healing. Within the safety of our therapeutic relationship I will help you explore, understand, and bring about the changes you want.
I especially enjoy supporting individuals in exploring their relationship with substance use with curiosity and a mindful approach.
I am compassionate, direct, and liberating. I'm not a blank slate therapist; I value incorporating humor and empowerment into our sessions. I utilize evidence-based methods, such as EMDR, somatic techniques, and Acceptance & Commitment. These tools are designed to help you gain a greater sense of agency, control, and personal power over your own life.
I especially enjoy supporting individuals in exploring their relationship with substance use with curiosity and a mindful approach.
I am compassionate, direct, and liberating. I'm not a blank slate therapist; I value incorporating humor and empowerment into our sessions. I utilize evidence-based methods, such as EMDR, somatic techniques, and Acceptance & Commitment. These tools are designed to help you gain a greater sense of agency, control, and personal power over your own life.
Complex trauma, substance use, eating disorders, unhealthy relationships, are among a few that can also keep us from our authentic self.
I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing, as well as DBT skills trained. I have worked for several years in residential treatment in which my focuses were in substance use, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and eating disorders. I believe in the 12-steps focus on recovery, but also believe in finding a path that works for you.
Complex trauma, substance use, eating disorders, unhealthy relationships, are among a few that can also keep us from our authentic self.
I am trained in EMDR, Brainspotting, and Somatic Experiencing, as well as DBT skills trained. I have worked for several years in residential treatment in which my focuses were in substance use, trauma, co-occurring disorders, and eating disorders. I believe in the 12-steps focus on recovery, but also believe in finding a path that works for you.
David Morgan, LPC/MHSP, LPCC, LPC, CPCS, LMHC, LCPC, NCC, ACS is an Approved Clinical Supervisor and Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider in multiple states. He has a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Western Carolina University. David has 37 years of mental health counseling experience working with adults, couples, and teens/families.
David Morgan, LPC/MHSP, LPCC, LPC, CPCS, LMHC, LCPC, NCC, ACS is an Approved Clinical Supervisor and Licensed Professional Counselor-Mental Health Service Provider in multiple states. He has a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology from Western Carolina University. David has 37 years of mental health counseling experience working with adults, couples, and teens/families.
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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.