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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Simi Valley, CA

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Simi Valley, CA

Headway connects Simi Valley residents with 2,601 licensed providers experienced in addiction recovery, offering evidence-based modalities like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and insurance support to help you or a loved one on the path to recovery.

Louisa Triandis

Louisa Triandis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Solana Beach, CA


“I have over 25 years of experience helping children, teens, families, adults and couples build on their strengths and get clear about what they want for their futures.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristin Allen

Kristin Allen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic orientation is eclectic, largely influenced by psychodynamic and humanistic theories.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Felicia Roman

Felicia Roman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide a supportive and nonjudgemental space where you can explore these experiences openly, without feeling misunderstood or needing to explain your background.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Erica Martin

Erica Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take pride in my ability to adapt to different situations, which has allowed me to adjust to the needs of my clients and respect where they are in their journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Dr. James Armour

Dr. James Armour

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in helping children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, panic, trauma, PTSD, and other life stressors. With experience in psychiatric crisis care and community outreach, I believe healing starts with feeling safe enough to show up. My goal is to offer real, judgment-free support that meets you where you are and helps you move toward lasting growth.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Preble

John Preble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think therapy should consider the whole person; recognizing complex balance of mind, body, spirit, and one's personal/social environment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Arnold Blumenfeld

Dr. Arnold Blumenfeld

Psychologist

Virtual • Santa Clarita, CA


“My goal is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where you can better understand what you're feeling, regain clarity, and begin moving toward relief and stability.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Future Ogbebor

Future Ogbebor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexandra Stobaugh

Alexandra Stobaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am just another imperfect human doing my best to show up for others I encounter on their life's journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Eleanor Raymond

Eleanor Raymond

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi I'm Eleanor! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and New Mexico. I am passionate about empowering people to build self-trust and self-acceptance. Most of my clients come to therapy because they want to make a change or cope with a change that they did not choose.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Giovanna Nicola-Menke

Giovanna Nicola-Menke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, I help clients build awareness around their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop practical skills for coping and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Hutson

Elizabeth Hutson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about creating spaces where clients feel seen, validated, and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marlene Glenn

Marlene Glenn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is warm, focused, and deeply collaborative. I offer talk therapy that is both compassionate and practical, aiming to help you feel relief and see real shifts in a relatively short time.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Roseangel Anyanwu

Roseangel Anyanwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe treatment works best when clients are active participants. I involve them in decisions about medications, therapy options, and lifestyle changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachael Young-Reni

Rachael Young-Reni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, non-judgmental, and supportive. I use various modalities and approaches depending on what is going on in your life and your stated goal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andrea Hayes

Andrea Hayes

Therapist

Virtual • California


My clients tell me I am extremely non judgemental, empathic and very safe to talk to. I also work directly WITH you to set your desired goals and what you want from your therapy. One of my joys is to help my clients learn how to be their individual authentic selves complete with confidence, clarity and calm.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ashley Martinez

Ashley Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have over 15 years experience working with culturally diverse backgrounds, people in the entertainment industry, and the LGBTQIA community in SF.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jenelle Okkerse

Jenelle Okkerse

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for 20 years and have realized that there are things in our lives that can stand in the way of manifesting the life we want.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Martha Chacon

Martha Chacon

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is personalized and eclectic, meaning I customize evidence-based methods to suit each person's distinct needs and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Abbie Porter

Abbie Porter

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take an individualistic, collaborative approach to treatment. I will work with each individual to identify their goals for coming to treatment and base my strategy off of that.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Susan Word

Susan Word

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • South San Francisco, CA


“Although I have 3 years as an NP I have over 40 years in almost all areas of Psychiatric Nursing most often in Bipolar, ADHD, trauma, crisis resolution and PTSD.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shanna Holladay

Shanna Holladay

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a deeply affirming therapist for LGBTQIAS2+ clients and have extensive experience supporting transgender folks navigating transition, identity, and the mental health weight that often comes with it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Mundt

Paul Mundt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Often the reasons clients enter therapy is due to unresolved emotional pain. The depression and anxiety we express are symptoms of this buried pain.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Family issues, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tene Rodgers

Tene Rodgers

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I'm Tene Rodgers, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience in mental health and social services. I made the decision to become fully licensed five years ago because I wanted to go deeper in the work I've always cared about, and I haven't looked back since. I'm a Black woman, and that lived perspective shapes how I show up in the room. I offer culturally affirming care to adults, teens, and families, with a particular focus on trauma, grief, women's issues, relationship dynamics, and substance use.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Elliott

Kimberly Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • California


I feel this work is a vocation driven by humility, love, patience, and integrity. I enjoy developing relationships and assisting people on their way to living life to their fullest potential. I believe the world can change one person at a time through mindful, values-based living. In my free time I enjoy spending time outdoors, with my family and my three little furry friends.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ayanna Forks

Ayanna Forks

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi, Welcome!

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to navigate life's challenges alone. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 10 years of experience, I am dedicated to helping individuals find healing, build resilience, and create meaningful change in their lives.

I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, substance use challenges, stress, life transitions, relationship concerns, and emotional overwhelm. Whether you're feeling stuck, struggling with past experiences, or simply seeking personal growth, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nimish Chakarwarti

Nimish Chakarwarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide medication management alongside supportive therapy-informed care. My approach is comprehensive and collaborative...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kyra Shapiro Gutierrez

Kyra Shapiro Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My philosophy is "make it functional." Together, we identify what is interrupting your day or creating dysfunction, and take realistic, step-by-step approaches to improve your ability to manage and move through daily life more effectively.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Jack Bowman

Jack Bowman

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have 40 years experience in the mental health field in multiple roles, I believe listening and believing in the person is the most important way to practice therapy.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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 8 insurance carriers
Christina Dogan-Bonam

Christina Dogan-Bonam

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinical social worker who is trained in CBT and Motivational Interviewing. I work with trauma, anxiety, and depression.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamie Littleton

Jamie Littleton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can finally exhale. I strive to create an environment that is supportive, honest, and free of judgment; a place where you feel truly seen and emotionally safe. My approach is collaborative and practical. I don’t just help you understand why you feel the way you do; I help you build real tools to navigate it.

I earned my degree from Cal State Fullerton and have extensive experience working in addiction treatment, eating disorder recovery, and women’s issues. Supporting women is especially meaningful to me. I am deeply passionate about helping women navigate challenges related to self-worth, body image, relationships, boundaries, life transitions, and identity. I understand how trauma, societal expectations, and relational dynamics can shape how women see themselves, and I approach this work with both compassion and clarity.

Together, we focus on strengthening mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills in ways that feel realistic and sustainable. I blend insight-oriented exploration with concrete strategies, because meaningful change happens when insight meets action. My goal is to help you better understand your patterns, feel more confident managing your emotions, and move forward with greater clarity, self-trust, and resilience.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maxwell Keller

Maxwell Keller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and I strive to create a safe, supportive space where your unique story can be truly heard and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Allison Whitehead

Allison Whitehead

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take a holistic, whole-person approach to care, recognizing how closely mental and physical health are connected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gina Muro

Gina Muro

Therapist

Virtual • California


I graduated from Fresno Pacific University-Biblical Seminary in 2014 and obtained my license as a LMFT in 2018. My experience has been working with children, adolescents, families (4 years) and adults (11.5 Years). I have 11.5 years' experience with co-occurring disorders to include severe mental illness and trauma. I have utilized but not limited to the following evidence practices and modalities -ACT, Strength-Base, Family psychoeducation, DBT, CBT, and person centered. I am currently expanding my education/training in Internal Family Systems.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Leslie Agnew-Watson

Leslie Agnew-Watson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive—I honor the identities, histories, and values that shape who you are...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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