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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 2,899 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.
“I bring over 13 years of experience and a style that is compassionate, direct, and grounded in real-life change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in meeting clients where they are and creating a safe, respectful space where they feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to provide lasting relief from symptoms. Please keep in mind there is no "quick fix" when it comes to mental illness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I help military members, first responders, and law enforcement professionals carry the weight of service with more strength, clarity, and support through therapy built around their world. If you’re dealing with trauma, stress, addiction, relationship strain, or the silent pressure of always having to hold it together, you don’t have to face it alone. My goal is to offer a space that feels confidential, grounded, and free of judgment—where you can talk honestly without clichés, forced vulnerability, or someone who doesn’t understand the culture you come from.
Substance use / addiction, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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“With over 15 years of nursing experience, including a decade in Emergency Care Services, I have developed a deep understanding of patient needs and the complexities of mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to meet you where you are while offering guidance, practical tools, and perspective to support your growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Diabetes, End of life care
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I help ambitious, self aware adults untangle patterns that keep them living for everyone else's approval so they can move toward confidence, clarity, and self trust.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My style tends to be psychoanalytic at the start and then I use CBT to reframe negative thoughts about past trauma and other painful experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I earned my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and stay grounded in evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and trauma-informed care — all while keeping things human, warm, and relatable.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Lately, I find myself working a lot more with couples and gaining a lot of satisfaction helping them to mend, heal, and resolve their relationship struggles and dilemmas.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I have done a great deal of personal growth work throughout my life so I relate to the client's experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My style is warm and non-judgmental, creating a safe space for clients to explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hi! I'm Elijah. I am a LCSW and work with people navigating Addiction, Mental Illness, Trauma, and Stress. I offer a space that feels safe, respectful, and genuinely collaborative.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, understood, and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“If you're LGBTQIA+, trans, or holding a piece of yourself that hasn't always felt safe to share, you are welcome here exactly as you are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My style is very much person-centered, which for me, means I go with the flow in terms of meeting my clients where they are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have a more casual, down to earth approach to therapy. I want to create a space where the client feels comfortable being vulnerable and transparent...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I believe we all are writing our future with a pen in our hand but we sometimes get lost, feel lost, or give up hope.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe in your ability to grow and create meaningful change when given the right support and tools.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My clinical approach is grounded in Bowen Family Systems Theory... exploring family patterns, cultural, and contextual influences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My strength-based therapy approach is holistic and intersectional with the goal identifying tangible tools for regaining control of one's wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely and work toward lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I'm passionate about helping clients build real-life skills that create lasting change—not just insight, but actual progress you can feel in your day-to-day life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I am easy to talk to and welcoming. I enjoy helping others seek clarity and successfully achieve life goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a calm, judgment-free space where you feel comfortable being honest about what you've been carrying mentally and emotionally.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative and personalized, combining medication management with practical strategies to support your mental and emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and involved in your treatment decisions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe in creating a safe, welcoming, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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“My background in hospice care has shaped a deeply compassionate, patient-centered approach focused on dignity, emotional support, and whole-person care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and evidence-based. I believe in working together to develop a treatment plan that aligns with your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Generous, Dependable, Supportive, Kindhearted, Insightful, assertive, courageous, bold, compassionate
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with high achievers, caregivers, and people-pleasers who are ready to put themselves first.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My style is warm, conversational, and real. No jargon or pressure, just a space where you can talk honestly about what's going on and not feel like you have to filter yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I will guide you through the process using counseling techniques which will be personalized to align with your values and to support your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“As a spouse of a first responder, I specialize in offering therapeutic support to first responders in Florida and their families.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“I use evidenced-based, gold star therapy approaches to help you stop self-defeating behavior and begin to release lingering doubts.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) and Master’s Level Certified Addiction Professional (MCAP) with a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling from Nova Southeastern University. I specialize in treating substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions, using evidence-based approaches like motivational interviewing and individualized treatment planning. My experience includes facilitating group therapy and working with diverse adult populations in recovery. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered to make positive changes.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, creative, and genuinely tailored to you — drawing from Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Together, we will explore the issues in your life, draw upon your strengths, and help you learn new skills to empower you to make healthy choices and achieve the results you seek.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy should move beyond venting; it should increase awareness, strengthen skills, and support meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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