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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in La Mesa, CA
La Mesa residents can connect with compassionate providers trained in substance use disorder treatment, recovery coaching, and relapse prevention within days. Headway accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally and offers free intake consultations to help you find the right fit for your recovery journey.
“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Psychotherapy is a collaborative relationship dedicated to your growth, focused on your goals, and fueled by curiosity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I offer a safe, non-judgmental, engaging, interactive, and strength-based approach to therapy that is tailored to each client's specific needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in creating a safe, collaborative space where growth is possible and progress is meaningful.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where patients feel supported, informed, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that therapy should be based on mutual respect and curiosity - you are not just the client, you are the agent of the change that you crave.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a space where you can feel emotionally safe, deeply understood, and supported without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I chose to earn my doctorate in human development so that I can focus on the process of humanistic recovery from trauma experience...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I use a person-centered lens, meaning I see you as the expert of your life and view our therapeutic relationship as a key part of the healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
My name is Sara. I have been working in the field for over 7 years. I am currently finishing up my PhD in Mindful Andrological practices. I consider myself a very down-to-earth, gentle, and holistic person.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am empathetic and professionally driven, paying close attention to your unique needs in terms of mental health to assist you in overcoming challenges and achieving mental well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health — because I believe that true healing requires treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Hello,
I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strongly believes in a process of "collaborative healing" where the client and the professional team-up to bring about a therapeutic and growing process together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My own healing journey through therapy, recovery, and personal growth shaped my belief that change is possible when we learn how to understand ourselves with honesty and compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My initial approach to therapy is to learn as much as I can about the client and begin formulating a trusting relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am straightforward and pragmatic. I look to get to the issue's core to help you move toward what you want and need.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is to be warm and welcoming while creating space for positive growth through a solution-focused, strengths-based approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Clients can expect me to address their emotional, psychological, and or behavioral concerns with empathy and genuine concern.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming the challenges you face.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Physical health issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My biggest accomplishment in my work is the ability to be a safe landing place for my clients, while still providing direct, authentic, and honest care--sprinkled with some humor.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe and compassionate space where you can be fully seen and heard, explore with curiosity and support you in your journey to well being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I specialize in certain mental health diagnoses including personality disorders, postpartum issues, depression/anxiety, self harm/suicidal ideation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Energetic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“As a Certified Inclusive Eating Disorder Specialist, I provide affirming, weight-inclusive, and culturally responsive care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you notice patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build tools that support real change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Clients can expect to be greeted with warmth, curiosity, and compassion, whether it is our first or final session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
I believe everyone needs help from time to time.
I specialize in evening and weekend appointments. Later appointments are available, please request your needs.
I am a friendly goal-oriented therapist who believes strongly in positive self-reinforcement. I have a Master's degree from La Tech University with a background in private practice for over 20 years. I am Licensed in Louisiana and Texas as a professional counselor. I am also Licensed as a marriage and family therapist in Louisiana.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I work with my clients as I talk with my friends. I am honest, I try to help them, as I would a friend, and I try to support them in their life path, no matter what that path is.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am a California, Connecticut, and South Dakota licensed therapist who is trained in EMDR and specializes in treating trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My goal for clients is an increased self understanding of their personal process and personal control of emotional and behavioral states.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that you are the expert of your own life even when the stress of life has caused the answers to be hidden.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is rooted in deep empathy and evidence-based models, but also shaped by my love for nature, art, and the wisdom found in stillness and reflection.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I have been a counselor for more than 30 years. I remain passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and believe that genuine caring is an essential element to an effective counseling relationship. Over the years I have worked with clients with significant trauma and loss. I consider it a privilege to stand with another individual as he or she resolves great pain. I specialize in treating clients with trauma, relationship issues, and borderline personality disorder.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe strongly in meeting you where you are. Even if it is a place you have never opened the doors for another.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am multilingual in Urdu, Hindi, and English. Coming from a multicultural background, I can attest to the lifestyle adjustment from Eastern to Western systems and values.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I'm passionate about the therapeutic relationship. I believe your therapy journey is unique so I work to learn what matters most to you...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach is compassionate, holistic, tailored and adapting to wherever you may be when you arrive.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am known for creating a warm, safe, and collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to heal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I have been practicing for over 17 years and have experience working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, grief and addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, strength-based and rooted in the belief that you already carry the resources you need - sometimes we just need to uncover them together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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