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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.

Nicholas Watkins

Nicholas Watkins

Therapist

Virtual • Mountain View, CA


“Nick also help military personnel & first responders with PTSD, with PTSD, trauma, stress, anxiety, vicarious trauma, and the transition back to civilian life using his own experience as a veteran who served 10 years enlisted in the Air Force and 1...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Palomo

Jessica Palomo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, compassionate space where clients can gain insight, build resilience, and move toward lasting growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lauren Compton

Lauren Compton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer unconditional positive feedback, support, and guidance while helping my clients nurture their inner voice...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gary Reaves

Gary Reaves

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to understand each individual as a whole person rather than a set of symptoms, and I work to create a therapeutic environment that is respectful, collaborative, and conducive to lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dara Charlton

Dara Charlton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing happens when we feel truly seen, safe, and supported. I help clients move from self criticism to self connection.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Zach Englund

Zach Englund

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am bipolar and have navigated my own journey through psychiatric institutions, giving me deep insight into the challenges and triumphs of living with mental health conditions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diana Garcia

Diana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of social work experience and 5 years of experience as a psychotherapist. My experience ranges from treating children ages 5 and older to treating geriatric individuals aged 70+. I am a bilingual, Latina therapist and I conduct therapy in both English and Spanish. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health and private practice treating a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, co-occurring disorders, and more. Much of my work has been focused on working with the Latino community in Southern California as well as disadvantaged communities of color.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jodi Greenblatt

Jodi Greenblatt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Her approach integrates a strengths-based, holistic, and trauma-informed lens with cognitive behavioral techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Demetric Marsh

Demetric Marsh

Therapist

Virtual • Corona, CA


Demetric “Dee” Marsh, LCSW, JD, is a dedicated behavioral health professional with over 25 years of experience in the mental health field. She is a multistate licensed Licensed Clinical Social Worker and holds a Juris Doctor degree from the Jacob D. Fuchsberg Law School in New York. She earned her Master’s degree in Social Work from Adelphi University, with a specialization in mental health and addictions, and holds a Bachelor’s degree from Hofstra University in Sociology with a minor in Political Science and French Language/Culture.

Dee has extensive experience working in a variety of roles, including psychotherapist, program director, clinical supervisor, adjunct professor, and consultant. She also provides LCSW clinical supervision. Her practice includes working with individuals, families, couples, and groups.

She specializes in a wide range of areas, including anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management, addictions, grief and loss, workplace and employment issues, women’s issues, diversity and cultural concerns, spirituality, and court-related assessments and recommendations, as well as foster care and adoption-related services.

Dee believes in meeting each client where they are and tailoring treatment to their unique needs. She is committed to creating an inclusive, safe, and supportive environment that fosters trust, healing, growth, and a strong therapeutic alliance.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carrington Singmaster

Carrington Singmaster

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a solution-oriented therapist, which means I believe meaningful transformation arises from both willingness and intentional action.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Christina Pechan

Christina Pechan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I integrate evidence-based practices with a warm, relational style, so sessions feel like a safe space you look forward to joining.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jamayla Gray

Jamayla Gray

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“During our sessions, you can expect to move from feeling stuck to making tangible progress. I'll provide you with a supportive and safe environment where we'll work together to identify your specific goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krista Zabor

Krista Zabor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is centered on compassion and non-judgement. Each of us needs support and care to heal and thrive in this challenging world.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Vittoria Le

Vittoria Le

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Gerson Bravo

Gerson Bravo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My biggest strength is to build a human connection and create a safe space for my clients to express their thoughts and feelings.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Arlette Large

Arlette Large

Therapist

Virtual • Eureka, CA


“I know healing isn't linear—everyone's path looks different—and my goal is to meet you exactly where you are with empathy and practical guidance.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John Rogers

Dr. John Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a passionate and empathetic therapist with strong counseling abilities and an understanding of diverse interpersonal relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Maham Mansoor

Maham Mansoor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Oakland, CA


“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
Tali Maouda

Tali Maouda

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you process your experiences so you can recognize and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of you living a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deneen Asuncion

Deneen Asuncion

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My primary goal is to empower you to cultivate and maintain a healthy sense of emotional, physical, social, and spiritual well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Franklin Smith

Franklin Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Through my empathic and empowering approach, my goal is for clients to develop the capacity to tolerate the expression of painful feelings...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kiya Immergluck

Kiya Immergluck

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, Marriage & Family Therapist and an Addictions Counselor with 45 years of experience...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Krystle Peguero

Krystle Peguero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to offer a warm, nonjudgmental space for adults dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges, self-esteem struggles, and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Max Miller

Max Miller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For 35 years I've helped people like you look at their lives... to discover new ways to manage their lives, to suffer less, to feel more space, trust, and aliveness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Ryan

Jessica Ryan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is collaborative, supportive, and practical, and I strive to create a space where clients feel comfortable exploring challenges while developing tools for meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teryn Leaper

Teryn Leaper

Therapist

Virtual • California


Teryn Leaper has a Masters in Counseling

Psychology from Mount Saint Mary's University.

She is currently board certified with the BBS in

California and BHEC in Texas.

Teryn has been spent the last decade in Los

Angeles and has been living in Texas for the last

year. Outside of work Teryn likes to read, write

short stories and poems and knit.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kristie Walthard

Kristie Walthard

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is trauma-informed, incorporating an attachment lens and client centered practices to create a safe, supportive environment for my clients.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adara Reyes

Adara Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome!

As a licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT), I believe in prioritizing out mental health as a way to live a happy and balance life. Reaching out for help can be one of the hardest things a person can do, great job on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for 10 years, but in the field for 20 plus years. In the last 6 years I have shifted my main focus to adults 18 plus who are struggling with trauma and substance use.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynda Martin

Lynda Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


Lynda K. Cash, MA, LMFT (AKA; Lynda K. Martin)

Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist

Lynda K. Cash has over 17 years of clinical experience as a marriage and family therapist. Lynda has helped with individuals, couples and families gain insight and understanding regarding unhealthy/dysfunctional behavioral life patterns. Lynda is competent with facilitating plans of action for overcoming challenges with managing daily living needs and responsibilities.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lucila Esquivel

Lucila Esquivel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a welcoming and friendly environment where you can feel comfortable speaking what's truly on your heart and mind without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rosa Perez

Rosa Perez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a warm, open presence and I welcome clients from all walks of life who are ready to invest in themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kaare Hyde

Kaare Hyde

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a warm, client-centered, trauma-informed approach while valuing you uniquely as an individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janice Nichols

Janice Nichols

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Certified Addictions Professional (CAP), and Sex Addiction Therapist with over 18 years of experience supporting individuals through meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Griffith Gilbert

Griffith Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • California


It has been a privilege to provide psychotherapy to a variety of clients for over 20 years. I have advanced clinical training in trauma, addictions, sexual abuse, mood and personality disorders, and relationships. My therapeutic style is warm, direct, and encouraging. I provide support as you examine core issues and change underlying patterns of behavior or simply gain perspective concerning a recent issue.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jeff J Garcia

Jeff J Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space in both English and Spanish where you can feel truly heard and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alex Bailey

Alex Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • La Mesa, CA


I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves. In my spare time, I work as an outdoor educator and manage my own private practice and guide Outdoor Retreats

I believe it is helpful and important to translate what is discussed in session and in telehealth meetings into lived experience and real change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonio Bañuelos

Antonio Bañuelos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is client centered and strength based, focused on empowering client's involvement in the treatment to their personal recovery.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angela Reedy

Angela Reedy

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


I have a passion for coming alongside others and believe it's part of my DNA as a human being. I'm a mom, a Veteran, been married/divorced and I love my job! I specialize in trauma.. the big "T's" and the little ones. I have experience working with sexual assault, complex PTSD, moral injury, addictions, and grief.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, End of life care, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Tanisha Mosley

Tanisha Mosley

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should be a mix of deep healing and self-discovery—kind of like an abstract painting with a powerful message.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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