Addiction Therapists in Austin, TX

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Cori East-Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
I am Cori Jo East-Long. a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Master of Science in Mental Health Counseling from Tarleton State University. I have worked in the mental health field for over 8 years. I have a history of working with clients with depression and anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse issues. My other areas of expertise include foster care, adoption, parenting issues, and LGBTQ+ issues. I use approaches such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma Based Relational Intervention (TBRI), and Adlerian therapy.
(512) 991-5292
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Austin, TX 78748
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Inner Warrior Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified
Verified
Feelings of hopelessness and anxiety can become paralyzing, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and stuck. It’s easy to resort to unhealthy thoughts and behaviors to cope with life’s endless challenges. Are you using drugs, alcohol, shopping or food to avoid your fears and emotions? Are you drowning in the should haves and what if’s? I work with clients pre-teen and up who are looking for help with anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction , codependency, stress, relationships, sleep disorders, work/life balance and life transitions. I also specialize in working with military-connected clients, first responders and their family members.
(512) 559-1057
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Austin, TX 78750
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients
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Journey Online Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, ICAADC, CCATP, CTMH
Verified
Verified
Are you overwhelmed and confused? Do you feel like you are at a crossroads and don’t know which way to go? Are you losing sleep at night due to worries, fears, or racing thoughts? Maybe you feel like you are always on edge or never content? Have you wondered if you have a problem with alcohol or drugs? Or perhaps you’re tired of numbing your pain with a substance or a habit? If so, you are not alone!
(866) 826-4057
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Austin, TX 78731
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Thad Ward
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
Welcome! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor with over 10 years of clinical experience working with adults challenged with life or career transitions, depression, anxiety, ADHD, Bipolar, and addiction /dependence on substances. I have specific experience working with LGBTQIA+ clients. I use a mix of Person-Centered, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution Focused Brief therapies. I believe everyone deserves the opportunity to be heard; feel safe and secure, heal and grow; and become the best version of themselves.
(512) 882-1269
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Austin, TX 78705
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Ilicia Balaban
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My clients often turn to substance use, negative self-talk, avoidance, and impulsivity to deal with intense emotions and they spiral from there.
We all begin the therapeutic journey with our own set of strengths and needs. Sometimes our uniqueness promotes creativity, new perspectives, and collaboration. Other times our uniqueness can be terminal; leading to emptiness, feeling disconnected from self and others, and beliefs that mental health treatment may work for other people, but it won’t work for you. Therapy is not about “getting over” events and issues; it’s about understanding your triggers and learning how to manage your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors so that you can move forward and continue to build a fulfilling life.
(512) 764-0744
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Austin, TX 78759
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Kami C Land
LPC Associate, MA, LPC-A, ATR-P, LCDC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
My experience also extends to working with a diverse population of adults, focusing on addiction recovery, co-occurring disorders, anxiety/depression, grief/loss, and life transitions.
​​A popular proverb states, “it takes a village to raise a child” and though the saying has become almost cliche, I believe it can apply to a person at any stage of life. Whether it be a season of happiness and celebration or a time of pain, stress, and crisis, we all need to know that someone sees us, hears us, and truly cares. Each person comes to therapy with individualized beliefs, thoughts, experiences, and stories. I want to get to know who you are, what your goals are, and how I can best support your healthy growth.
(512) 722-7763
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Austin, TX 78748
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Tara Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Congratulations on taking a step towards healing! I have experience working with concerns around sex and sexuality (LGBTQIA+ welcomed),  substance  use/ addiction , anxiety, depression, trauma, family of origin, support with work/life balance, medical professionals with vicarious trauma, isolation and loneliness, support with healthy attachment. The most important variable in successful therapy is the individual's feelings of trust and safety with the therapist. My first goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable to be yourself.
(512) 717-5972
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Austin, TX 78746
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Jessica Leighanne Flores
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, past trauma, low self-esteem, substance use, achieving your goals, identifying emotions, anger, relationships, stress, communicating, or studying? I want to help you get to a place where you don't feel like you are drowning in hurt.
(512) 957-6717
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Austin, TX 78748
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Lydia K Clemmons
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC
I have 20 years experience working in the addictions field specializing in Early Recovery,Chronic Relapse and Family Support. Perhaps you are unsure if addiction is a problem for you, Perhaps your a family member who has a loved one who is active in addiction and need support for yourself. I provide Intervention Services, Assessments and Treatment Recommendations. Regardless who you are, there is hope and I am here to help. With 30 years of personal recovery, it is my passion to help clients develop the skills they need to be successful in long term sobriety and help families heal.
(512) 829-3041
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Austin, TX 78748
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Krista Britton
LPC Associate, LPC-A, LCDC
Verified
Verified
I firmly believe that every one of us is born with inherent worth, strengths, and gifts. Sometimes what happens to us on life’s journey interferes with our ability to see those. Sometimes our self-worth seems elusive or lacking altogether. I have a passion for helping clients reclaim that self-worth and capitalize on those valuable strengths and gifts. Whether you have been struggling with substance use, behavioral addictions, compulsive behaviors, codependency, anxiety, depression, or any of life’s challenging transitions, I would love to help you break through those self-defeating thoughts and counterproductive behaviors.
(512) 714-9597 x294
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Austin, TX 78704
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Stevie Stanford
Psychologist, PhD, EMDR
Verified
Verified
Specializing in trauma treatment, addiction and sex therapy. My purpose is to help others connect and love in a healthy and fulfilled way. Sometimes, we need to address our trauma and addictions to get to that place of authentic love.
(512) 813-1584
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Austin, TX 78736
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Dr. Diana Lynn Monsour
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCDC
Verified
Verified
Substance use disorders, eating disorders, & other destructive behaviors are often used as a way to cope with emotional distress and/or avoid pain. I help individuals heal by being curious & compassionate about the destructive behaviors to discover what purpose they serve. This often looks like assessing biological & social factors, healing unresolved trauma, grief, attachment issues, and learning new coping skills. I utilize a collaborative & holistic approach to treatment. Together, we can heal the pain, and find new ways to cope with emotional distress.
(737) 530-4018
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Austin, TX 78731
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Chris Quaglino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified
Verified
Over the years, I have worked with men and women to relieve symptoms of stress, anger, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and other issues.
Hello, Are you tired of dealing with stress, depression, anxiety, or anger? Perhaps you are feeling frustrated and motivated to make some changes but just not sure what to do. Maybe all you need is a fresh view on things. I help people specify the positive changes they want to make and develop ways to take action. We will work together to determine what will work best for you.
(512) 994-2532
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Austin, TX 78756
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GSG Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
Specialties include individual and group counseling, stress management, substance abuse, conflict resolution and personal/executive coaching.
I do my best to assist individuals searching for assistance and guidance in what can be a very confusing mental health field. I provide counseling services for individuals as well as consultation/training services for businesses. Very often, my clients are looking for experience, relate-ability in conjunction with a diverse background to help them navigate the challenges they are facing. GSG Counseling, is a veteran-owned and operated business providing counseling, consulting and coaching services focusing on the betterment of individuals and organizations coping with an increasingly challenging environment.
(512) 961-8706
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Austin, TX 78748
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Libby Banks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have six years of counseling experience and have expertise in the treatment of mood disorders, anxiety, grief and loss, and substance use disorders.
As an Autistic person, my treatment is embedded in a philosophy of affirming care that respects neuro-diversity and differences. I have a particular affinity for providing services to LGBTQ+ teens. I work collaboratively to figure out each individual's goals and treatment needs. My clients have often felt mis-understood, un-seen, marginalized, or have struggled with substance abuse. In our work together, I seek to provide clients with an experience of repair: if I don't understand, I will clarify and try harder. If I mess up, I will apologize. And I will always do my best to see the person sitting in front of me.
(512) 559-1577
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Austin, TX 78731
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Eugene Harvie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction , trauma, or family and relationship issues, I have worked with clients suffering with the same.
Throughout my 25 years of experience as a psychotherapist, I have found that everybody struggles with difficult challenges at some point in their lives. Unfortunately, life did not come with an instructional manual to guide us through these various struggles. Psychotherapy is a journey that can help support you, provide you with insight and clarity, and assist you in making positive steps towards your preferred future. Equipped with extensive training in various therapeutic modalities, I bring these tools to each session with my clients.
(512) 890-3763
Austin, TX 78744
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Emilio Anguiano
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CGP, CIRT, LCDC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I am a fluent bilingual Counselor (EN/SP) capable of helping those challenged by addiction issues to address or recover from them while also managing your relationships with friends, families, and loved ones.
(512) 645-2404
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Austin, TX 78757
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Shelly Brudnicki
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My primary focus is adults and adolescence that are experiencing a wide variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions, interpersonal issues, substance abuse and addiction .
Hi There, I'm Shelly, Are you struggling to find balance, feeling disconnected, or wondering "what's wrong with me?" At some point in our lives each of us face obstacles. We can't always control what life throws at us, but we can control how we react.
(512) 572-3678
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Austin, TX 78731
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Paul Boone, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified
Verified
I also have worked with addiction for over 30 years.
I am an advanced clinician in Imago Therapy and EFT. When relationships aren't working very well or are on the brink of ending, it really feels bad; like the rug is being pulled out from under you. Often there are solvable reasons for why these things happen. I am motivated by those methods such as Imago therapy and EFT which have worked so well for so many in the past to help couples develop a high degree of safe attachment in their relationships. Something, that once they have learned how to do it, they can take with them because it is portable.
(512) 851-0660
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Austin, TX 78759
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Red Apple Therapy, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Red Apple Therapy, PLLC draws experience from working with the military, families, couples, and adolescents to treat trauma, addiction , behavioral disorders, and other various issues.
We believe that mind, body, and spirit are interconnected; we will help you take inventory of your mental health, physical health, and emotional health to find what works for you. When working towards a goal, people struggle with balance; they stop drinking, but start binge eating; end a toxic relationship, begin isolation; gain financial independence, lose family time. We offer alternative therapies for those searching for a holistic and eclectic approach to counseling, including creative arts, mindfulness meditation, and logotherapy, the belief that we can find meaning in suffering.
(512) 975-2793
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Austin, TX 78701
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Addiction Therapists

What is the best therapy for addiction?

Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.

How long does therapy for addiction take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.

How effective is drug addiction treatment?

Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.

How can you get addiction treatment for someone?

The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason, “interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.