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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in California

Whether navigating opioid use disorder, stimulant abuse, or behavioral addictions, Headway's California network offers compassionate, solution-oriented providers trained in relapse prevention and dual diagnosis treatment. Sessions are flexible and covered by insurance, helping you focus on recovery without worrying about costs.

Michal Cardarelli

Michal Cardarelli

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Michal delivers patient-centered and nonjudgemental care. Her comprehensive approach to optimal wellness includes assessing, evaluating, and managing the whole patient (mind, body, soul, spirit).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Riggs

Kathryn Riggs

Therapist

Virtual • Ramona, CA


“My intention is to create a space for you to be vulnerable. I can be challenging when appropriate, or a good listener when you need it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Seibel

Nicholas Seibel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the most transformative healing happens in relationship through empathy, attunement, and having the space to be fully yourself, without the need for code-switching, masking, or minimizing any part of your experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Trauma
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Chew

Lauren Chew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced specific or prolonged trauma, mental health struggles, navigating healthy relationships...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Gloria Frush

Gloria Frush

Therapist

Virtual • California


As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 25+ years experience working within the public health sector, I successfully treated individuals with mood disorders, anxiety, and psychosis. My approach is grounded in The Strengths Based Treatment Model as I believe the best way to heal is by drawing upon the inherent strengths we already possess. My years of management experience has also prepared me to address work/life balance, job-related stress and burnout.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Georgene Honeycutt

Georgene Honeycutt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Our therapeutic relationship is the place where hope can be restored through mutual trust and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Cirsten Brinson

Cirsten Brinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe in the inherent resilience of every individual. My practice is rooted in a strengths-based approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Carla Roberts

Carla Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am an African American woman with over 32 years of experience providing social service and therapeutic support to marginalized families who have experienced trauma — from Criminal Justice involvement, Adult and Child Protection systems, to housing insecurity, intimate partner violence and substance use challenges. I also have a deep passion for working with pregnant and postpartum individuals navigating pregnancy loss, perinatal mood disorders, leading to postpartum depression and anxiety. It is also important for me to hold space for Fathers who are navigating raising children as single fathers.

My therapeutic approach creates a safe, compassionate space where we partner together to challenge unhealthy beliefs, reduce shame and guilt, and address traumatic experiences at whatever pace feels right for you.

While my work is primarily centered with the BIPOC community — African American women specifically — it is my goal that no individual ever feel alone when dealing with depression, anxiety, or trauma. Through active listening and gentle, honest dialogue, I partner with individuals to uncover what is keeping them stuck and walk through those hard places together — building trust, fostering resilience, and creating a real sense of freedom for themselves and their families.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Quinn

Megan Quinn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it's built around you, not a template, and that growth looks different for every person.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Komiya Wilks

Komiya Wilks

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have many years of experience working with those who struggle with anxiety, depression, cultural diversity issues, substance use issues, and relationship problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jane Sia-Flaherty

Jane Sia-Flaherty

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm passionate about helping those who feel alone, uncared for, vulnerable, and mistreated, and advocating for them for as long as I can remember.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Garcia

Robert Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Redding, CA


You may have held doubts about talk therapy and perhaps are thinking therapy may not work at all for what you are dealing with. Psychotherapy like all science is continually changing. Both new and long held approaches to well-being are vast. I invite you to consider Brainspotting before you rule out therapy entirely. My role as a Brainspotting clinician is to offer you support, as you discover your innate capacity for positive self change. I specialize in trauma focused therapy, specializing in treating anxiety disorders. I focus on various forms of addiction, OCD, behavioral issues, depression, bi-polar and mood disorders.

I am a masters level trained Brainspotting clinician and a U.S. Army veteran. I believe in facilitating change in a supportive environment, following and observing your amazing capacity to heal from trauma in your therapeutic work. I work with veterans, first-responders, and other populations struggling with unresolved trauma and anxiety disorders.

Your unique circumstances are to be understood, honored respected and explored in a judgement free, supportive and caring environment. The issues that you bring into therapy remain entirely up to you. I will listen to your wants and needs; joining you on the journey towards your desired sense of well-being.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Bonnie Blackman

Bonnie Blackman

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you feeling stuck, fearful, hopeless, or uncomfortable with yourself or your relationships? Pain is unavoidable, but I can help you carry that burden as we work towards solutions together.

I am Dr. Bonnie Blackman, PhD, MA in Psychology, and a licensed therapist. For over 30 years, I work with both children and adults. My aim is to create a non-judgmental, supportive space as we navigate your concerns and fears to find safe, secure, and comfortable solutions.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teri Consunji

Teri Consunji

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I especially enjoy working with individuals who are dealing with anxiety, substance use and difficult personal interactions or may be experiencing a life transition.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Tanya Dantus

Tanya Dantus

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing is not just about fixing what's broken—it's about reclaiming your voice, vitality, and sense of wholeness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Dr. Nicko Jaeger

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


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 7 insurance carriers
Carson Cozad

Carson Cozad

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer an affirming role in my client's lives highlighting each individual's areas of resilience and strength.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
John Boyce

John Boyce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Encinitas, CA


“My therapy approach is experiential, humanistic, and somatic... We engage and explore in the work of therapy together collaboratively.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 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
Joshua Page

Joshua Page

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m a Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate life’s challenges. I believe true healing involves caring for the whole person—mind, body, and spirit. I strive to build strong, trusting relationships with my patients and work together to create personalized treatment plans that promote growth, resilience, and long-term well-being

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diana Pena

Diana Pena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Segundo, CA


“What sets my practice apart is my genuine comfort with diagnostic complexity and co-occurring conditions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you're not broken. Instead, I'm here to help you understand your conditions, develop effective coping strategies, and build the fulfilling life you deserve.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Richard De La Garza

Richard De La Garza

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My research intersects multicultural facets of underrepresented first-generation, non-traditional, veteran, and disabled persons and is committed to social justice and culturally competent care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, 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
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
Dr. Guy Washington

Dr. Guy Washington

Psychologist

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“I am an honorably discharged and retired Army veteran who can relate to the military culture, lifestyle, and way of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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 10 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
Jasmine Sanders

Jasmine Sanders

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in a client-centered, supportive style that prioritizes connection, trust, and real dialogue.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 5 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 7 insurance carriers
Gemma Holmes

Gemma Holmes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


“For 10+ years, I have sought to improve the lives of youth struggling with issues as varied as housing displacement, gender identity, suicidal ideation, & anger management...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emily Woody

Emily Woody

Therapist

Virtual • California


Life is full of ups and downs, and I have learned from both personal and professional experience that 'suffering in silence' is not really sustainable or healthy for anyone. You deserve to feel heard and to function at your best level. I have 6 years' experience post-graduation from the University of Texas with helping folks do just that. From nonprofits, to medical clinics, to correctional facilities, to teletherapy, I have connected deeply and partnered with many clients and families to trudge through some of their darkest hours and find more validation, calmness, and acceptance. My fluency in Spanish has given me opportunities to break down walls and connect with hundreds of clients whose cultural background is different than mine. I would be honored to have the chance to see if working together is a good fit for your healing journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lindsay Kittredge

Dr. Lindsay Kittredge

Psychologist

Virtual • Novato, CA


“My approach is both practical and in-depth that help you feel more in control, confident & connected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mary Wade

Mary Wade

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm Mary, and I want you to know that whatever's bringing you here — anxiety that won't quiet down, a relationship that's fraying, grief you can't shake, or patterns you keep repeating despite your best efforts — you don't have to figure it out alone. I've worked with individuals, couples, families, and teens facing some of life's hardest chapters, and I genuinely believe that the right support at the right time changes everything.

I'm California-licensed and offer telehealth sessions statewide, which means flexible, private care from wherever you're most comfortable. I accept Aetna, Blue Shield of California, Cigna, and Carelon Behavioral Health, and I'm happy to help you understand your benefits before your first session.

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

Adrian Camacho

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on empathy, listening, and using evidence-based techniques to empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marsha Calhoun

Marsha Calhoun

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are and explore what you want to change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Bernstein

Rebecca Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clinical lens is founded on the belief that clients are the true experts of their own life, and the therapeutic relationship is a means towards exploration, empowerment, and actualization.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach to mental health care is centered on building trust and understanding, ensuring that each client feels heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ramanpal Punia

Ramanpal Punia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“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

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