Substance Use Therapists in Athens, TX
Heather Cooper, LPC. I have clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults and have a passion for working with clients with depression, and anxiety, as well as behavioral and trauma histories. I treat the individual from a strength-based perspective, offering an eclectic approach. It blends evidence-based practice with a warm and supportive therapeutic environment to create a safe and empathetic environment for my clients, so that they feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, allowing clients to make change.
Heather Cooper, LPC. I have clinical experience working with children, teens, and adults and have a passion for working with clients with depression, and anxiety, as well as behavioral and trauma histories. I treat the individual from a strength-based perspective, offering an eclectic approach. It blends evidence-based practice with a warm and supportive therapeutic environment to create a safe and empathetic environment for my clients, so that they feel comfortable exploring their thoughts and feelings, allowing clients to make change.
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship concerns, and life's many transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck and want a safe place to better understand what they're experiencing. With more than 35 years of clinical experience, I provide a warm, collaborative approach that helps clients build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for them.
I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, addiction, relationship concerns, and life's many transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck and want a safe place to better understand what they're experiencing. With more than 35 years of clinical experience, I provide a warm, collaborative approach that helps clients build practical coping skills, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for them.
With over two decades of experience treating individuals, couples and families in community mental health, non-profits, military bases, psychiatric hospitals and private practice, you can be assured that your mental health issues will be empathically and skillfully treated and resolved.
With over two decades of experience treating individuals, couples and families in community mental health, non-profits, military bases, psychiatric hospitals and private practice, you can be assured that your mental health issues will be empathically and skillfully treated and resolved.
Ricardo Velazquez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LCDC-I, LPC-A, NCC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
It didn't happen all at once. Gradually, the things you used to enjoy stopped feeling worth the effort. You started cancelling plans, saying no more than you say yes, and spending more time alone. You're exhausted in a way that sleep doesn't fix, and you feel like you're just going through the motions of life. You feel numb, drained, and emotionally disconnected from the ones you love. And you find yourself thinking, "What's the point?" Then hopelessness sets in. You don't have to go through this alone; therapy can help.
It didn't happen all at once. Gradually, the things you used to enjoy stopped feeling worth the effort. You started cancelling plans, saying no more than you say yes, and spending more time alone. You're exhausted in a way that sleep doesn't fix, and you feel like you're just going through the motions of life. You feel numb, drained, and emotionally disconnected from the ones you love. And you find yourself thinking, "What's the point?" Then hopelessness sets in. You don't have to go through this alone; therapy can help.
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I work with people who feel overwhelmed by trauma, substance use, stress managment, anxiety, depression, and the weight of trying to move forward when it feels like nothing is going right.
My approach is practical, respectful, and focused on real change. I help clients process trauma, understand triggers, manage cravings, build relapse prevention skills, and create healthier habits they can feel good about. We will work one step at a time to help you move out of survival mode and feel more confident in your ability to keep moving forward.
I work with people who feel overwhelmed by trauma, substance use, stress managment, anxiety, depression, and the weight of trying to move forward when it feels like nothing is going right.
My approach is practical, respectful, and focused on real change. I help clients process trauma, understand triggers, manage cravings, build relapse prevention skills, and create healthier habits they can feel good about. We will work one step at a time to help you move out of survival mode and feel more confident in your ability to keep moving forward.
Now Accepting New Clients. Are you interested in creating change and moving forward? People seek therapy for many reasons. Some struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health disorders; others need a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors are connected and sometimes become so intense that we reach a breaking point. Together, we can create a safe haven, explore patterns, build a toolbox with coping skills, and enhance your resilience. I utilize mindfulness-based exercises and cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and foster acceptance, change, and commitment.
Now Accepting New Clients. Are you interested in creating change and moving forward? People seek therapy for many reasons. Some struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health disorders; others need a safe space to explore their thoughts and feelings. Our emotions, thoughts, and behaviors are connected and sometimes become so intense that we reach a breaking point. Together, we can create a safe haven, explore patterns, build a toolbox with coping skills, and enhance your resilience. I utilize mindfulness-based exercises and cognitive behavioral techniques to identify and foster acceptance, change, and commitment.
Hi, I’m Amy Schumaker, a teletherapist serving TX, CT, NJ, OR, and FL. I work with adults 18+, often in their 20s–80s, who want to explore creative, meaningful ways to navigate life’s ups and downs. I see therapy as a road trip—if you miss an exit, we’ll pause, reflect, and find a new route together. My aim is to make the journey feel safe, encouraging, and full of possibility as you move toward the life you want.
Hi, I’m Amy Schumaker, a teletherapist serving TX, CT, NJ, OR, and FL. I work with adults 18+, often in their 20s–80s, who want to explore creative, meaningful ways to navigate life’s ups and downs. I see therapy as a road trip—if you miss an exit, we’ll pause, reflect, and find a new route together. My aim is to make the journey feel safe, encouraging, and full of possibility as you move toward the life you want.
My goal is to help my clients find health and healing through introspection and understanding of their history and making active change in their lives.
My goal is to help my clients find health and healing through introspection and understanding of their history and making active change in their lives.
I am an experienced therapist with a genuine heart and passion for helping individuals and couples find their “Happy place!"
I am an experienced therapist with a genuine heart and passion for helping individuals and couples find their “Happy place!"
I offer counseling services and professional supervision for individuals in Tyler, TX and surrounding areas. I offer services both in person and via telehealth. For more information about me and my practice go to my website rosecitycounselingetx. com For more information about supervision visit my supervision page. whitneybriggslpcsupervision. com
I offer counseling services and professional supervision for individuals in Tyler, TX and surrounding areas. I offer services both in person and via telehealth. For more information about me and my practice go to my website rosecitycounselingetx. com For more information about supervision visit my supervision page. whitneybriggslpcsupervision. com
Change is possible. There is hope even when life is filled with challenges and issues that cause distress and difficulty functioning. Not knowing what to do, you may feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns, overwhelming emotions, or behaviors that do not seem to work or lead to change you desire. As a result, you may experience stress, anxiety, low mood, or relationship difficulties that appear difficult to change on your own.
Change is possible. There is hope even when life is filled with challenges and issues that cause distress and difficulty functioning. Not knowing what to do, you may feel stuck in unhelpful thought patterns, overwhelming emotions, or behaviors that do not seem to work or lead to change you desire. As a result, you may experience stress, anxiety, low mood, or relationship difficulties that appear difficult to change on your own.
Life has its challenges. I am here to help you if you are feeling stuck. Whether you are struggling with grief, loss, depression, anxiety, marital problems, ADD, or other issues, I can help you. I can be an extra set of ears for you and I believe that therapy can be just the right thing for many people for a season. I am here to help you become the person you want to be. You don't have to be stuck any more. I encourage you to make the first step toward a better life. I am here for you.
Life has its challenges. I am here to help you if you are feeling stuck. Whether you are struggling with grief, loss, depression, anxiety, marital problems, ADD, or other issues, I can help you. I can be an extra set of ears for you and I believe that therapy can be just the right thing for many people for a season. I am here to help you become the person you want to be. You don't have to be stuck any more. I encourage you to make the first step toward a better life. I am here for you.
I believe a good counselor works their way out of a job...one client at a time. We all get "stuck" in life from time to time. My goal is to provide you with knowledge, tools, guidance, and support so that you can get "unstuck" and move on. Therapy is not magic...but it works. If you are struggling with emotional, behavioral, or relational problems I would like the opportunity to visit with you to see if I can help.
I believe a good counselor works their way out of a job...one client at a time. We all get "stuck" in life from time to time. My goal is to provide you with knowledge, tools, guidance, and support so that you can get "unstuck" and move on. Therapy is not magic...but it works. If you are struggling with emotional, behavioral, or relational problems I would like the opportunity to visit with you to see if I can help.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who feel chronically tense, stuck, or overwhelmed despite insight and effort. They may struggle with anxiety, emotional reactivity, people-pleasing, or a persistent sense of being “on edge.” Often, they’ve spent years trying to manage their thoughts or emotions without fully understanding what’s happening inside their body. I work best with clients who want clarity, stability, and a deeper understanding of themselves—not quick fixes or surface-level advice.
Many of my clients are thoughtful, capable people who feel chronically tense, stuck, or overwhelmed despite insight and effort. They may struggle with anxiety, emotional reactivity, people-pleasing, or a persistent sense of being “on edge.” Often, they’ve spent years trying to manage their thoughts or emotions without fully understanding what’s happening inside their body. I work best with clients who want clarity, stability, and a deeper understanding of themselves—not quick fixes or surface-level advice.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Like you’re carrying more than you can manage, even if from the outside everything looks fine. Expectations, responsibilities, old experiences that still linger, it adds up. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or as though you’re constantly just trying to stay afloat. If that’s where you are, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. Like you’re carrying more than you can manage, even if from the outside everything looks fine. Expectations, responsibilities, old experiences that still linger, it adds up. You may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or as though you’re constantly just trying to stay afloat. If that’s where you are, you don’t have to figure it out alone.
I bring a perspective into session that you deserve happiness, laughter, to be loved, and to be treated with respect. I want to assist in adding a sense of empowerment to your life and to your decisions! I've worked with ages 12-77 dealing with anxiety, depression, and adjusting through life changes. I graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler with my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a CACREP accredited program. . I am a National Certified Counselor by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). LGBTQ+ friendly.
I bring a perspective into session that you deserve happiness, laughter, to be loved, and to be treated with respect. I want to assist in adding a sense of empowerment to your life and to your decisions! I've worked with ages 12-77 dealing with anxiety, depression, and adjusting through life changes. I graduated from the University of Texas at Tyler with my masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, a CACREP accredited program. . I am a National Certified Counselor by the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC). LGBTQ+ friendly.
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space for counseling and integrative wellness, helping clients develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges and enhance their overall well-being. I work with adults and older adolescents (ages 16+) and use evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) within a Biblical worldview.
I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space for counseling and integrative wellness, helping clients develop practical tools to navigate life’s challenges and enhance their overall well-being. I work with adults and older adolescents (ages 16+) and use evidence-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) within a Biblical worldview.
My name is Bonnie Rose and I am excited to be part of a talented group of compassionate professional counselors in the NE Texas area. I like to assist people to reach their goals and ideal potential, ages 13-90. I prefer live therapy but can also use secure video. I am a certified DBT therapist, certified to work with neurodiverse clients, have expertise with mood disorders, drug and alcohol addictions. I am a certified member of EMDRIA and active in the Lindale Chamber of Commerce. My style is eclectic, in that I often mix therapeutic interventions to best meet individual needs. Assisting others is my personal life purpose.
My name is Bonnie Rose and I am excited to be part of a talented group of compassionate professional counselors in the NE Texas area. I like to assist people to reach their goals and ideal potential, ages 13-90. I prefer live therapy but can also use secure video. I am a certified DBT therapist, certified to work with neurodiverse clients, have expertise with mood disorders, drug and alcohol addictions. I am a certified member of EMDRIA and active in the Lindale Chamber of Commerce. My style is eclectic, in that I often mix therapeutic interventions to best meet individual needs. Assisting others is my personal life purpose.
I have worked for 17 years in the mental health field. During this time, I have learned how to help individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
I have worked for 17 years in the mental health field. During this time, I have learned how to help individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, and trauma.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, I strive to use my expertise in order to create a comfortable and safe environment for you. I've been a counselor for over 15 years and in that time, my counseling services have helped countless people get through stressful challenges by questioning negative thoughts and understanding the source of specific behaviors and emotional patterns. With the right tools and a better approach to situations, it's possible to gain a better outlook on any issues that life brings your way.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, I strive to use my expertise in order to create a comfortable and safe environment for you. I've been a counselor for over 15 years and in that time, my counseling services have helped countless people get through stressful challenges by questioning negative thoughts and understanding the source of specific behaviors and emotional patterns. With the right tools and a better approach to situations, it's possible to gain a better outlook on any issues that life brings your way.
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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.