Substance use counseling in Houston, TX

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Substance Use Counseling

in Houston, TX

Healing Lane Therapy offers substance use counseling in Houston, TX for people who are ready to look honestly at their relationship with substances — without shame, labels, or pressure to have it all figured out. Our Houston substance use counselors specialize in dual diagnosis, meaning we treat both the substance use and the underlying mental health issues driving it, whether that is trauma, anxiety, depression, or BPD. We work with individuals, teens, young adults, and families, in person in Houston and via telehealth across Texas.

Regain Control and Reclaim Your Life.

Finding a space to talk honestly about substance use can be rare. We are dedicated to providing authentic, non-judgmental support for people who often feel misunderstood in traditional therapy settings, including men who feel the pressure to "hold it together," and teens or young adults navigating the social and emotional weight of using. Whether you are looking to stop entirely, cut back, or simply understand why you use, we’re here to help you untangle the complexity without shame. You don’t have to have it all figured out to walk through our doors; you just need a place where you can be entirely yourself.

We can help with:

  • Treating the Root Cause

    Substance use is rarely the only problem; usually, it’s the solution to a deeper pain. Whether it’s unaddressed trauma, anxiety, or undiagnosed ADHD, we help you identify and treat the underlying mental health struggles that drive the urge to escape, so you don’t have to rely on substances to feel okay.

  • Coping with Triggers & Stress

    When life gets heavy, the urge to numb out can feel automatic. We use practical tools (like DBT and mindfulness) to help you "surf the urge" of a craving. We work together to build a toolbox of healthy coping mechanisms that actually work when you feel stressed, angry, or bored.

  • Rebuilding Trust

    Substance use thrives in secrecy, and that secrecy often damages the relationships that matter most. We guide you through the process of repairing trust with partners, parents, or friends, helping you move from hiding to honesty and rebuilding a support system that sustains your growth.

  • Identity Outside the Use

    For many teens and young adults, using alcohol or other substances is a huge part of social connection. The idea of stopping can feel like you’re cutting yourself off from your friends. We help you navigate peer pressure and rediscover who you are without the substance, building a life and an identity that feels fun and authentic, not just "sober and boring.”

  • The "Gray Area" & Curiosity

    Not everyone fits into a neat box of "addiction." Maybe you don’t feel like you need to go off to treatment, but you don’t like the role alcohol or other substances are playing in your life. We offer a shame-free space to explore your relationship with substances, helping you decide whether moderation or abstinence is the right path for you.

  • Support for Loved Ones

    Loving someone with a substance use issue is an emotional rollercoaster. You may feel trapped between wanting to save them and needing to protect yourself. We help you navigate this painful terrain, teaching you how to set healthy boundaries and stop the cycle of enabling. Our goal is to help you support them without losing yourself, reclaiming your own peace regardless of where they are in their recovery.

Therapy for substance use disorders and addiction in Houston, TX
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WHY WORK WITH OUR TEAM

Compassionate, Skilled, and Judgment-Free.

We believe that shame is the enemy of healing. We know that walking into a therapy office to talk about substance use takes immense courage, you might fear a lecture, a label, or being told you have to change before you are ready. Our team is made up of real people who understand that substance use is rarely the problem itself; often, it is a solution to deep-seated pain, anxiety, or trauma. We don’t view you through the lens of a diagnosis. We view you as a whole human being. We offer a space held with genuine empathy and curiosity, where you can explore your relationship with substances without fear of being shamed or misunderstood.

We specialize in "Dual Diagnosis" work. We know that substance use is often intertwined with trauma, anxiety, depression, or another undiagnosed issue. We don’t just focus on the substance; we treat the underlying mental health struggles driving the use, helping you build a life where you don’t feel the need to escape. Our practice owner, Mary Duran, holds both an LCSW and an LCDC (Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor), a specialized credential in substance use treatment that most therapy practices in Houston cannot offer.

Compassion is our foundation, but skill is our tool. We use Motivational Interviewing to help you explore your own reasons for change at your own pace, while integrating active modalities like Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) for managing cravings and Trauma-Focused CBT for processing the past. We don’t just listen; we give you the concrete coping strategies you need to handle stress, regulate your emotions, and "surf the urge" in the real world.

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Our Substance Use Counselors

Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC - Houston based therapist specializing in BPD and substance use disorders

Mary Duran, LCSW, LCDC

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FAQs about Substance Use Counseling

  • No. Many of our clients come in ambivalent, not sure whether they want to stop, cut back, or just understand their use better. We work with you wherever you are, using Motivational Interviewing to help you explore your own reasons for change at your own pace. You do not need to have a goal before your first session.

  • Yes, and it is one of our core specialties. Substance use rarely exists in isolation; it is often intertwined with trauma, anxiety, depression, BPD, or ADHD. We treat both simultaneously rather than referring you out for separate care.

  • Yes. We offer support for loved ones who are navigating a family member's substance use, helping you set boundaries, stop enabling patterns, and take care of your own mental health regardless of where your loved one is in their recovery.

    • Initial Intake (60 minutes): $250

    • Standard Session (45 minutes): $200

    • Extended Session (60 minutes): $230
      Following your initial assessment, we will collaborate with you to determine which session length best supports your treatment goals.

    Family & Couples Therapy

    • Standard Session (50 minutes): $250

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