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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Laguna Beach, CA
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“I have extensive experience in client-centered, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused therapy that is directly relevant to young adults, couples and families.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Hello, and congratulations on exploring options for therapy and healing.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience, specializing in individual and couple's therapy for adults.
I support clients facing a variety of challenges, including mental health symptoms, new medical diagnoses, substance use, care-giving demands, financial stress, life transitions, and self-doubt. My goal is to help you find balance and resilience during these times.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is active, collaborative, and deeply grounded in the present moment. I believe therapy should be more than just a place to vent; it should be a strategic partnership where you reclaim your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I am a client-centered therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In our work, we slow things down and listen more closely—to your body, your emotions, and your intuition.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Her goal is that the client experiences a safe, non-judgmental place in the therapeutic relationship where they can work through their "stuff" in their own personal journey of healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 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
“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
“The Creative Arts and EMDR Therapy have the ability to assist us in looking at our pain and transforming it into our most profound awareness and insights about ourselves and the world.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space where clients can feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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 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
“Creating meaningful connections and a more satisfying life experience can be achieved with healthy conversation that gives you permission to be yourself and connect with others authentically.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I work closely with individuals and families exploring emotional and behavioral concerns at home and school related to Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADD/ADHD, and anxiety disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I appreciate open and collaborative communication with my clients. I tend to be more participatory or interactive in my work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is compassion focused, culturally sensitive, emotionally responsive, strength based and trauma focused.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, burned out, emotionally stuck, or unheard—often while juggling work, relationships, family responsibilities, or major life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with adults experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, ADHD, Autism, chronic illness, and addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“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 believe therapy begins within a genuine connection where your unique story can truly be heard and validated.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“You deserve a space where all parts of you are welcome, even the ones that sabotage, self-criticize, or carry pain from trauma, addiction, work stress, or relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“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 that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“As someone who has lived through trauma and navigates life with ADHD, I understand how vital it is to have a supportive, affirming space where your experiences are honored.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
“My goal is to create a nonjudgmental therapeutic relationship, where clients can build awareness and identify strategies to have a better quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I challenge clients in a loving and compassionate way. Essentially, you will get out of therapy what you are willing to put in, and I will help you along the way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“Joelle is proactive, dynamic, & compassionate while addressing her client's individual needs. By offering a safe space, Joelle works with a diverse clientele that includes C-suite executives, active and retired military personnel, first responders,...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Specifically, you will learn how and when to use strategies to manage stress, emotions, self-destructive behaviors, impulses and habits.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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
“My heart is for queer people who have experienced religious trauma and for couples who are trying to make their relationship thrive.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My training enables me to facilitate personal growth and self-discovery, helping individuals access their inner resources to overcome challenges and reduce suffering.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My counseling style consists of meeting the client where they are in order to foster an environment of acceptance.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
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
“As a therapist with extensive experience in trauma and substance use recovery, I provide a compassionate, judgment-free space where you will feel heard.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I believe healing begins with meaningful connection. My work with cancer patients and their families has deeply shaped my understanding of pain, loss, resilience, and the complexities that relationships face during times of crisis. I support adults of all ages in navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, loneliness, grief, and relationship concerns, offering both compassionate guidance and practical, effective tools for growth and healing.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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've had over 20 years experience in helping people heal from co-dependency, particularly from those with narcissistic behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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