Best Substance Use Disorder Psychiatrists
in Friendswood, TX
Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a chronic condition involving compulsive use of substances despite harmful consequences, often co-occurring with depression, anxiety, or trauma.
ICD-10: F19.20 · MD or DO — medical doctor specializing in mental health
Understanding Substance Use Disorder
What Is Substance Use Disorder?
Substance Use Disorder affects over 20 million Americans and frequently co-occurs with mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD — known as dual diagnosis. Integrated treatment addressing both the substance use and the underlying mental health condition leads to significantly better outcomes. Lyte Psychiatry provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management as part of a comprehensive dual-diagnosis treatment plan.
Common symptoms:
Evidence-Based Treatments
How Substance Use Disorder Is Treated
Dual diagnosis psychiatric evaluation
MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment)
CBT and motivational interviewing
Naltrexone, Buprenorphine (suboxone)
Intensive outpatient referral
Relapse prevention planning
Role of the Psychiatrist
What Does a Substance Use Disorder Psychiatrist Do?
Psychiatrists hold a medical degree (MD or DO) and complete a 4-year residency in psychiatry. They are the only mental health providers who can prescribe medication in Texas and New Mexico. They treat complex conditions including depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, PTSD, schizophrenia, and anxiety disorders.
Credentials
MD or DO — medical doctor specializing in mental health
Typical Cost in Friendswood
$200–$400 initial evaluation; $100–$200 follow-up. Most insurance pays $0–$30 copay.
How to Find One
Common Questions
FAQs — Substance Use Disorder Psychiatrists in Friendswood
Who are the best substance use disorder psychiatrists in Friendswood, TX?
The best substance use disorder psychiatrists in Friendswood are licensed in Texas, specialize in evidence-based substance use disorder treatment, and are in-network with your insurance. Lyte Psychiatry's board-certified providers offer same-week telehealth appointments in Friendswood and accept Ambetter, BCBS, UHC, Cigna, and Aetna. You can also search Psychology Today (psychologytoday.com) filtered to Friendswood and "Substance Use Disorder" to find additional specialists.
What does a substance use disorder psychiatrist do in Friendswood?
A substance use disorder psychiatrist in Friendswood specializes in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating substance use disorder. Substance Use Disorder (SUD) is a chronic condition involving compulsive use of substances despite harmful consequences, often co-occurring with depression, anxiety, or trauma. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental health conditions and can prescribe medication. Common treatments include: Dual diagnosis psychiatric evaluation, MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment), CBT and motivational interviewing.
How much does a substance use disorder psychiatrist cost in Friendswood?
$200–$400 initial evaluation; $100–$200 follow-up. Most insurance pays $0–$30 copay. In Friendswood, costs vary by provider and insurance. If you are uninsured, the county MHMR center offers substance use disorder treatment on a sliding-scale basis. SAMHSA's Treatment Locator (findtreatment.gov) can help you find low-cost substance use disorder psychiatrists near you.
Are there substance use disorder psychiatrists in Friendswood accepting new patients?
Yes. Lyte Psychiatry is currently accepting new patients for substance use disorder treatment in Friendswood, TX via telehealth, with same-week availability. You can also search Psychology Today's directory at psychologytoday.com/us/therapists, filtering to Friendswood and "Substance Use Disorder," for local psychiatrists accepting new patients.
What are the symptoms of substance use disorder?
Common symptoms of substance use disorder include: Inability to control substance use; Continued use despite negative consequences; Craving and preoccupation with substances; Neglecting responsibilities; Withdrawal symptoms; Co-occurring mental health symptoms. Substance Use Disorder affects over 20 million Americans and frequently co-occurs with mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, and PTSD — known as dual diagnosis. Integrated treatment addressing both the substance use and the underlying mental health condition leads to significantly better outcomes. Lyte Psychiatry provides psychiatric evaluation and medication management as part of a comprehensive dual-diagnosis treatment plan. If you are experiencing these symptoms, a substance use disorder psychiatrist in Friendswood can conduct a full evaluation. You can also take a free screening at screening.mhanational.org.
What are the best treatments for substance use disorder in Friendswood?
Evidence-based treatments for substance use disorder used by psychiatrists in Friendswood include: Dual diagnosis psychiatric evaluation; MAT (Medication-Assisted Treatment); CBT and motivational interviewing; Naltrexone, Buprenorphine (suboxone); Intensive outpatient referral; Relapse prevention planning. The most effective approach for most people is a combination of medication management (by a psychiatrist or PMHNP) and therapy (by a licensed psychiatrist). Lyte Psychiatry provides substance use disorder treatment via telehealth in Friendswood.
Can I see a substance use disorder psychiatrist online in Friendswood?
Yes. Telehealth substance use disorder psychiatrist services are widely available in Friendswood, TX. Lyte Psychiatry provides secure video appointments for substance use disorder — you can be seen from home or work. Most major insurance plans including Ambetter, BCBS, UHC, Cigna, and Aetna are accepted. Book at lytepsych.com or call 469-733-0848.