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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in La Palma, CA

Struggling with addiction in La Palma? Headway's network of 2,430 providers specializes in recovery support using modalities like 12-Step Facilitation, harm reduction, and SMART Recovery. Sessions are available within days, with many providers offering free consultations and insurance coverage accepted to make treatment accessible.

Helen Mettu

Helen Mettu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“Every session is patient-centered and specific so as to create a warm and relaxing environment for my patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Angel De Luna Escobedo

Angel De Luna Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in EMDR, somatic therapy, inner child work, and spiritual practices to support healing from trauma, identity-based stress, and patterns like out-of-control behaviors or emotional overwhelm.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniela Lazar

Daniela Lazar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Northridge, CA


good listener , kind , open mind

I have 6 years of experience in mental health with focus on addiction medicine in patient and out patient , mental health stabilization in patient

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cindy Chau

Cindy Chau

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm inspired by helping people get out of their own ways. I am culturally sensitive and have worked with numerous 2nd gen Asian Americans since starting my practice as well.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Diana Pena

Diana Pena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Rafael, CA


“My approach is individualized and trauma-informed. Whether you're navigating ADHD and autism together, managing OCD alongside trauma history, dealing with personality disorder symptoms while in recovery, or experiencing psychotic symptoms, I take...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Wendy Leeds

Wendy Leeds

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, addictions, developing felt safety, and teaching effective coping strategies for distress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Herbert Lomax

Herbert Lomax

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a passionate therapist who strives to empower my clients

I utilize an eclectic therapeutic style that allows me to meet the client where they are to help them accomplish their goals

Being a therapist is more than a job to me. It is a calling



Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dzevad Hujdurovic

Dzevad Hujdurovic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach revolves from CBT and Accept and Commitment Therapy. In addition, I seek to build off of client's strengths and tailor treatment towards client's unique needs and circumstances.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, 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
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
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
Rebecca Chenier

Rebecca Chenier

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Rebecca's aim is to always provide a comfortable and secure environment where clients can freely address the obstacles...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ronald Deming

Ronald Deming

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Finding the problems is the first step, then finding alternatives to the trouble those problems bring with them, thereby finding release and agency to change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrew Hosier

Andrew Hosier

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Life is hard, and painful thoughts and feelings are part of that. The goal isn't to get rid of them, it's to learn how to carry them skillfully so you can live in a way you'd be proud of.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Brian Waters

Brian Waters

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to make that step feel a little easier by creating a space where you feel heard, respected, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tanyshia Johnson

Tanyshia Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is collaborative and client-centered. I'm here to offer support, validation, and practical solutions that already exist within you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Cassandra Scott

Cassandra Scott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kathy-Ann Dougan

Kathy-Ann Dougan

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a psychotherapist committed to helping individuals heal, grow, and navigate life's challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care and hold a Masters in Counseling Psychology, Marriage & Family Therapy. I work w/ clients 24 years & older facing anxiety, trauma, addiction, relationship struggles, stress, and life transitions to help them build resilience, clarity, and lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
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
Jason Ballou

Jason Ballou

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I blend clinical expertise with a warm, collaborative approach. I specialize in trauma-informed and LGBTQ+-affirming therapy, ensuring our work honors your unique identity.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadia Grissom

Nadia Grissom

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am empathetic, authentic and an active listener. I work hard to observe behavioral patterns and support my clients to reflect and implement change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Richard Houseal

Richard Houseal

Therapist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“My care approach is solution-oriented and short-term, but the results are aimed to be long-term through processing, reframing, and utilizing helpful and productive interventions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Emily McKillip

Emily McKillip

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Georgianna Olivieri

Georgianna Olivieri

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My collaborative therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients to identify and fuel the power of their unique strengths to manage and overcome mental health and substance use challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sydney Shaevel

Sydney Shaevel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is one that I hold close to my heart, as it is a piece of the puzzle that allowed me to flourish into my true self.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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
Freddie Williams

Freddie Williams

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create my sessions from a client-centered approach, supporting and partnering with my client in an environment of acceptance, understanding, and unconditional positive regard...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
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
Jenna Mortensen

Jenna Mortensen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I feel that a person centered, compassionate approach to therapy works to help create a safe environment...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Goldberg

Sarah Goldberg

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Working with creative people and artists in a safe, non-judgmental way is central to my therapeutic approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Syd Peterson

Syd Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see therapy as a partnership—one where your voice, values, and lived experience guide the process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Lowe

Danielle Lowe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Personal and professional experience has led me to believe one of the greatest places for healing is when we are seen and heard by another.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Titus Ogbuafor

Titus Ogbuafor

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For me it is always how can I provide relationship participants may use for their own personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeanne Serra

Jeanne Serra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use my empathic style to connect to the suffering of my clients and help them move through this to a place of healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Williamson

Danielle Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring a warm, empathetic, and often humorous style to therapy, and I view the therapeutic relationship as a collaborative partnership rather than a hierarchy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Patrick Yu

Patrick Yu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work centers on the needs of individuals with intersecting marginalized identities, including but not limited to BIPOC, LGBTQ+, neurodivergent, unhoused, and formerly incarcerated folks.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
MarySue Swift

MarySue Swift

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to meet each person where they are, without judgment, and to see them as the unique individual they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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