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Addiction

Whether it’s substances or a behavior you can’t seem to stop, addiction therapy helps you understand what’s underneath it and build a different way forward.

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Addiction Therapy

The addiction isn't the whole problem. It's usually covering for something else that needs attention too.

  • Understanding the Pattern

You know it’s a problem. Knowing hasn’t been enough to stop it.

Maybe it’s substances. Maybe it’s something else, like gambling, shopping, or another behavior that’s taken over more of your life than you want to admit. You’ve probably tried to control it on your own, and it keeps winning.

Addiction usually isn’t just about the substance or behavior itself. It’s about what it’s helping you avoid, numb, or cope with, and therapy works on both at once.

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  • Why Choose Us

When You Come to Urban Wellness for Addiction Therapy

  • You will work with a therapist who treats both substance and behavioral addictions
  • You will understand what the addiction has been helping you cope with or avoid
  • You will build real coping tools, not just willpower you're expected to sustain alone
  • You will address any co-occurring anxiety, depression, or trauma alongside the addiction itself
  • You will build a plan that fits your life, not a one-size-fits-all program
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Our Specialties
  • Substance Use
  • Behavioral & Process Addictions
  • Co-Occurring Anxiety & Depression
  • Trauma-Informed Care

Who Benefits Most from Addiction Therapy

Addiction Therapy is for those who recognize that their negative reactions to life’s events are affecting their relationships.

You will benefit if:
  • You've tried to cut back or stop on your own and it hasn't stuck
  • The substance or behavior is affecting your relationships, work, or health
  • You want to understand what's underneath the addiction, not just stop the behavior
  • You're managing a behavioral addiction like gambling or compulsive shopping, not just substances
  • You want support that treats the whole picture, not just the addiction in isolation
You might not be ready yet if:
  • You need medical detox or a higher level of care before outpatient therapy is safe
  • We'll help connect you with the right resource first.

If you're in crisis, we recommend outpatient services at a local program first. For substance concerns, see our Addiction page.

— we'll make sure you get the right support.
  • Starting Your Journey

What the Process Looks Like

  • Understand your relationship with the substance or behavior
  • Assess safety and readiness
  • Set goals
Week One
  • Weekly sessions addressing both the addiction and what’s underneath it.
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  • Review progress
  • Build a relapse prevention and maintenance plan
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  • Specialized Support

Explore Our Therapists

Some concerns need a more specific approach. Explore our focused Addiction therapists below

Annabelle Harvey, Lsw

Annabelle Harvey, LSW

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River Prabhala, Lcsw

River Prabhala, LCSW

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social...

Patti Zullo, LCSW

I’m a therapist in Sauganash...

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Javon Billingsley, LSW

I’m a therapist in Portage...

Nozi Afzali Lsw

Nozi Afzali, LSW

I’m a Licensed Social Worker...

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Page Schuchmann, LCPC

I’m a Licensed Clinical Professional...

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Bridgette Williams, LSW

I’m your therapist in Forest...

  • Transparent Pricing

What Will You Pay for Counseling?

Counseling is a fee-for-service program at Urban Wellness. Initial sessions cost $205 and follow-up sessions cost $180. We recommend at least 8 weekly sessions. We are in network with BCBS PPO, Aetna, Cigna, BCBS HMO (Northshore), and United Healthcare.

BCBS PPO

United Healthcare

Cigna

Aetna

BCBS HMO (Northshore)

All Major Cards

HSA/FSA

$

205

INITIAL SESSION
Your First Appointment

A 55-minute intake to understand your story, goals, and begin building your treatment plan.

$

180

FOLLOW-UP SESSIONS
Ongoing Weekly Sessions

We recommend at least 8 sessions for meaningful, lasting progress. Most clients continue beyond that.

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Your Next Steps

We’ve made it as easy as possible to begin your healing journey.
Choose the option that works best for you.

Book Appointment

Submit your appointment request online to get started with care. Schedule an Appointment

Email Us

Reach out anytime and our intake team will help guide you. Email the Intake Team

Call Us

Speak directly with our team to get support finding the right fit. 773-774-4444 ext. 0

Text Us

773-677-5002