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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Sanford, FL

Sanford residents struggling with substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, or behavioral addictions can access compassionate addiction treatment through Headway's network of 2,901 licensed providers. Our specialists offer evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies to support recovery, with sessions available virtually or in-person and covered by most insurance plans.

Jeannette Balboni

Jeannette Balboni

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Port Orange, FL


“I am a cognitive behavioral focused therapist with a focus on empowering my clients to work towards their goals in order to find peace and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Brandon Crotty

Brandon Crotty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clermont, FL


“I practice Person Centered Therapy. The hallmark of this approach is unconditional positive regard for the client.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Megan Ramirez

Megan Ramirez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Windermere, FL


“You deserve thoughtful, personalized psychiatric care that combines medication management with therapy when appropriate.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Faith Townsend

Faith Townsend

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Daytona Beach, FL


“My therapeutic approach consists of helping clients discover their best selves... utilizing multiple treatment modalities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Luda Ambrose

Luda Ambrose

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Windermere, FL


“With my diverse background, I bring a unique perspective and skill set. My engineering background provides me with analytical and problem-solving skills that I can apply to client situations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Ronda Bostick

Ronda Bostick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ormond Beach, FL


“I take a client centered approach to therapy. I specialize in promoting healing and growth, assisting clients in moving towards a life where they flourish.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Deborah Rivera

Dr. Deborah Rivera

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kissimmee, FL


“I am a doctoral level licensed bilingual (English/Spanish) mental health counselor with approximately 25 years of experience impacting multi-challenged individuals and families through effective therapeutic services and counseling according to DSM-5...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kathy Lichtenwalter

Dr. Kathy Lichtenwalter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Port Orange, FL


I use a four- fold approach to treating beyond traditional psychotherapy to help you on your journey. I have PhD in Clinical psychology, two master's degree (one in community counseling, one in community psychology). I also have a degree in Addictions and one in business management. Having worked every level of care from an inpatient hospital setting, residential long-term care, in a jail, a prison, out-patient levels for intensive three times per week to one time per week and taught in two universities. I am working my favorite level of care on an out-patient setting. Training has been in addictions, mental health, couples and family systems. I have other specialties with chronic pain and nutrition/bariatrics and obesity and available to provide medical and court evaluations with limited testing. I see children from 12 and up and adults/geriatrics.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Mariana Rodriguez

Mariana Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Coast, FL


“For over 10 years, I've worked with children, adolescents, and adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, family conflict, LGBTQIA+ identity, and relationship challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sharalyn Vester

Sharalyn Vester

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Auburndale, FL


“I have worked with various populations who have diverse backgrounds including trauma, personality disorders, anxiety, and depression.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ahearn

Jennifer Ahearn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Melbourne, FL


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them meet their goals. Within a safe, trusting, and therapeutic professional relationship...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mirtha Alvarez Acevedo

Mirtha Alvarez Acevedo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Winter Haven, FL


A Florida and Polk County native, Mirtha is a graduate of Frostproof High School. She is board certified as both a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and an Autonomous Primary Care Nurse Practitioner. She earned a Bachelor's of Nursing from Polk State and a Master's of Nursing from USF. In 2023 Mirtha earned a Post Master's Certification in Psychiatry from Florida Atlantic University. However, her journey as a mental health provider began in 2020 when she became certified through the Academy of Christian Counseling, as a mental health coach. Then in January of 2025 she became an active member of the Order of Saint Luke (OSL) a healing ministry.

Mirtha has nearly 20 years of experience in healthcare. Her passion is caring for individuals struggling with mental health issues. She has been volunteering with the youth in her community for over 7 years and also has experience working in a domestic violence shelter with victims of trauma.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katrina Kilburn

Katrina Kilburn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Dade City, FL


“I understand how it feels to be lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of the next step, and my passion is helping people find hope and clarity when life feels heavy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
G Reed

G Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“I love the work I do because I get ride along side of where your journey is taking you and see the growth and change and recover...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Marisa McGrath

Marisa McGrath

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


Hello there!

My name is Marisa and I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 6 years of experience providing mental health services to individuals from widely diverse backgrounds, with varying symptoms and diagnoses. Throughout the past couple of years, I have been predominately working with women (adults and teens) who experience anxiety, trauma/PTSD, mood disorders, and interpersonal and intrapersonal challenges. While many of the clients I support have experienced trauma, particularly in some form of abuse, I am equipped to work with clients with a wide range of additional concerns, as well.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charlene Morris

Charlene Morris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Palm Bay, FL


“Change is necessary for growth in any area of life and making a decision to seek help is brave and a big step towards achieving that change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Keaton

Michelle Keaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“My hope is that clients who are working with me start to recognize their anxiety as your body's early warning system, and not an enemy to be vanquished.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ruth Kimmons

Ruth Kimmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“My goal is to help you grow into a better version of yourself and be the support you need when you feel like there is no one else to turn to.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Alfred James

Alfred James

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bradenton, FL


“I utilize CBT techniques and methods to help you replace faulty thoughts and beliefs with more effective one, leading to stable emotions, and enhanced behavior.”
Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jill Fischberg, Lmhc

Jill Fischberg, Lmhc

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I actively participate in dialogue rather than sit back passively. Together, we will uncover what's holding you back...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nerilene Ballard

Nerilene Ballard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Miramar, FL


“My approach combines evidence-based medication management with supportive, personalized psychotherapy to treat the whole person not just the symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Virginia Clark

Virginia Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a licensed clinical social worker, registered nurse, certified substance-abuse professional with a 30 year clinical background.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Doni Silverstein

Doni Silverstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


Hi, I'm Doni Silverstein. I've spent over a decade helping individuals and couples work through some of life's heaviest challenges. Many of my clients come to me struggling with anxiety, the relentless pull of OCD, addictions that have taken over more of life than they want, financial behaviors that feel out of control, or the deeper weight of trauma, depression, grief, or relationship pain. Whatever you bring into the room, my goal is to help you understand it clearly and start moving through it instead of around it.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Diana Ramos-Elvir

Diana Ramos-Elvir

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a first-generation queer Latina Canadian, I understand the challenges of healing and adjusting to life's stressors.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Knowlton

Sarah Knowlton

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Approaching treatment with the dual aim of increasing insight and self-awareness as well as behavior modification and tangible goals yields the best results.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Mary Rand

Mary Rand

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I offer my skills to help others solve problems that hold them back in life. Working collaboratively, my role is to empower clients to find deep joy and lasting stability...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jacqueline Ross

Jacqueline Ross

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe that individuals have the strengths and tools needed to improve their lives, and I'm here to guide you in developing them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carolina Baldner

Carolina Baldner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Weston, FL


“She applies a Psychodynamic approach, which combined with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Existential Therapy serve to work on adjustment to change, stress reduction, goal setting and motivation while navigating a path towards...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Leigh Jacob

Leigh Jacob

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is collaborative and tailored to your needs, focusing on helping you better understand patterns in your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taryn Temmer

Taryn Temmer

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am passionate about helping people and supporting my clients in living happier, more fulfilling lives with courage and confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Claudia Rojas

Claudia Rojas

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wellington, FL


“I specialize in helping families, couples, and individuals with constructing healthier relationships, gaining self-esteem, working through difficulties attributed to abuse and/or trauma...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alana Christmas

Alana Christmas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My philosophy is that you are the expert in your life and that therapy is not so much about giving advice, but more about acting as a mirror to remind you who you truly are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ameenah Wright Troutman

Ameenah Wright Troutman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“After sessions, client will feel more confident to utilizing their personal strengths; and apply them in their daily lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Ryan DeMoss

Ryan DeMoss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clearwater, FL


“I help people understand how traumatic incidents have shaped their life and be proactive in taking charge of their future!”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gwendolyn Smith

Gwendolyn Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I am a good listener, non-judgmental and empathic. My counseling approach is eclectic using evidence-based interventions such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Psychoeducation to name a...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My therapeutic style is approachable, humorous, and open-minded, tailored to meet individual client needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Latrina Hogan

Latrina Hogan

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I help clients process and overcome the effects of trauma while creating a safe, judgment-free space to share their experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Boston

Sarah Boston

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am honest, humorous, and creative. I utilize CBT, solution-focused, mindfulness and person-centered techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chimica Jean-Phillippe

Chimica Jean-Phillippe

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With an evidence-based, skill-focused, and solution-oriented approach, I empower individuals to navigate life's challenges and create that change in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Seiler-Adams

Amanda Seiler-Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Port Orange, FL


“Amanda provides a holistic approach within a non-judgmental environment, helping you set realistic goals and utilize coping skills.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

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