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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Bethesda, MD

Headway connects Bethesda residents with 814 licensed providers experienced in addiction recovery, offering evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and support for substance use disorder. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and save up to 75% on care through insurance coverage.

Tamara Whittleton

Tamara Whittleton

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but you don’t have to figure things out alone. I’m Tamara Whittleton, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults navigating stress, anxiety, depression, and major life changes. I focus on creating a supportive environment where clients feel comfortable talking openly while developing practical strategies for growth and healing

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Melbouci

Danielle Melbouci

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, stress-related disorders, and substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Avram Altman

Avram Altman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in creating a safe, respectful, and collaborative environment where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
E. Evelyn Robinson

E. Evelyn Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Washington, DC and Maryland with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have been practicing for 6- years primarily helping clients with stress management, anxiety, coping with addictions, increasing motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression and assisting in mood regulation and stabilization. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jaleesha Saunders

Jaleesha Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that every individual is the expert on their own life...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcel Fomotar

Dr. Marcel Fomotar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain and assist you in creating a meaningful life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Noah Veiga

Noah Veiga

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I've been described as "analytical yet approachable," and I find working with motivated individuals and couples who are seeking change in their life to be a pleasure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kathleen Lewis

Kathleen Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is collaborative and client-centered. That means I don't take a one-size-fits-all approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that effective treatment starts with a strong therapeutic alliance, collaborative partnership, and accessing my client's personal strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Bettina D'Andrea

Bettina D'Andrea

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Bettina. As a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner my goal is to provide more tools to put in your tool box on your path to wellness. Mental health is multifaceted and I believe that medications, in addition to psychotherapy, are one of many aspects of wellness. As your provider, we can explore what will work for you and your body/mind. I have 13 years of nursing experience at various psychiatric facilities in Baltimore. I have primarily worked in the inpatient setting allowing me to gain extensive experience treating mood disorders, psychosis, addiction, trauma and anxiety disorders. I strive to be consistently empathetic and actively listen to each of my patients in order to create a relationship that embraces safety and trust.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Linda Robinson

Linda Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My practice centers on helping clients develop self-love, discover life purpose, and heal from experiences of guilt, shame, and personal transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Evelyn Mensah

Evelyn Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Greenbelt, MD


“I believe in the interconnectedness of the physical, psychological, emotional, and spiritual. To that effect, I approach care from a holistic perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monique Smith

Monique Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take time to truly listen so we can understand what you're experiencing and what you hope to change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lisa Cohen

Lisa Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in meeting my clients where they are, finding a balance between acceptance and change, and creating a safe, non-judgmental space for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Geraldine Gike

Dr. Geraldine Gike

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Dr. Geraldine works to walk alongside her clients on their therapeutic journey with her initial goal being to create a safe and compassionate environment for clients to begin their healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Arielle Vale

Arielle Vale

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I work with professionals who are highly capable on the outside and quietly depleted on the inside using an IFS informed approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Donna Baird

Dr. Donna Baird

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I create an open, warm and non-judgemental space where clients can share their experiences, gain insight and feel empowered to achieve their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Caruso

Stephanie Caruso

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello and welcome. Reaching out for therapy takes courage, and it can be the first step toward meaningful and lasting change. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply wanting life to feel more manageable, therapy can help you build clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of balance.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kathryn Defilippi

Dr. Kathryn Defilippi

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide humanistic therapy, along with CBT, DBT, solution-focused, and strength-based therapy to help work through these challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Mabel Nsagha

Dr. Mabel Nsagha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lanham, MD


“She is a compassionate provider, with a holistic approach to mental health and offers evidence-based interventions for adolescents, adults, geriatric, and the LGBTQ population.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Breona Dunlap-Griffin

Breona Dunlap-Griffin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am licensed in both MD and OR. I do not believe in an ideal client. As humans, we are all unique and need different things to thrive, so I will work with you and your experiences to help you be your ideal self. Your experiences do not have to define you but can aid in personal growth in one way or another. If you are open to self-exploration with a mix-bag of feedback, I believe we can work well together. This journey is not always a pretty one but can be rewarding. I am able to assist my clients by providing a safe space for exploration to allow my clients to go through their feelings. At times I am able to help clients name their feelings, but I am just a passenger, supporting safe travel through an emotional/ mental outing.Allow me to help you through your next adventure, where you learn more about your strengths and abilities. At times, your dislikes are also your strengths.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monica Encina-Romero

Monica Encina-Romero

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am not afraid to challenge your thought process which can be scary but necessary to start healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, End of life care, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nelson Richardson

Nelson Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Mr. Richardson skillfully uses compassion, motivational interviewing, and empathy. His approach to treatment is client-centered...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Janet Hamill

Janet Hamill

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have a warm and holistic approach. My additional expertise includes relationship dynamics and a range of mental health issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jordan Cox

Jordan Cox

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello, I am Jordan Cox (she/they). The world can feel overwhelming, and it’s natural to experience anxiety, depression, or uncertainty about where to turn. I provide a compassionate, holistic approach with the understanding that life is vivid and complex. Vivid in beauty but also in pain. I strive to create a space where people feel liberated from social norms or traumatic experiences.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Greenwald

Lauren Greenwald

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a compassionate, non-judgmental, strength-based approach as I support you in dealing with challenging life experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Jessie Seide

Dr. Jessie Seide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am dual board-certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. After several years of clinical practice, I earned my doctoral degree in 2021. My experience spans both behavioral and family health settings, including hospital-based behavioral health units, partial hospitalization programs, and intensive outpatient care.

I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, and PTSD. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice and emphasizes holistic, collaborative care.

Together, we will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs, goals, and values through a shared decision-making process.

I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment and to addressing disparities in mental health care. If you’re struggling, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to support you with compassion, expertise, and care.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Stella Fru

Dr. Stella Fru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Upper Marlboro, MD


“My mission as a PMHNP is to provide compassionate, holistic mental health care that honors each patient's story while promoting healing, resilience, and emotional well-being...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christine Leone

Christine Leone

Therapist

Virtual • Reisterstown, MD


I am an LCPC with 27 Johns Hopkins Johns Hopkins years of private practice experience, offering an approach that is empowering, solution‐oriented, and fully accepting. I meet clients where they are and help them build practical steps toward meaningful change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Erica Cohen

Erica Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring 20+ years of experience using an array of strategies to include mindfulness and cognitive behavioral therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Schmid

Karen Schmid

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I initially work with clients to establish a list of prioritized goals that they wish to achieve through the therapeutic process/experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Malcolm Cook

Malcolm Cook

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Malcolm is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with dual board certification in Family Practice. I am a native New Yorker with over 20 years of healthcare experience. Growing up in New York City, I’m comfortable working with diverse populations. I’ve served clients from various religious, socioeconomic, cultural and sexual orientation backgrounds.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kerriann Murray

Kerriann Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Welcome! I'm Kerriann and I became a therapist because I love helping others to become the best version of themselves possible. My clients choose me because I'm warm, gentle, and help them to live authentic and fulfilling lives. I'm a licensed therapist (LCSW-C), a board-approved supervisor, and received my MSW from the University of Maryland SSW. I have extensive training in my areas of specialty, which are grief and loss, parenting, and anxiety.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Aastha Krebs

Dr. Aastha Krebs

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Towson, MD


“With me, you can expect to leave with specific tools tailored to your needs, such as practical strategies to manage anxiety, like deep breathing exercises or grounding techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Will Wasson

Will Wasson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is warm, collaborative, and down to earth, with a little humor mixed in because life is already serious enough.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lilly Lupinetti

Lilly Lupinetti

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello! I believe that therapy is a powerful tool that can be used for growth. However, finding your ideal therapist may be a challenge. My goal is to provide warmth, comfort, and understanding as we work collaboratively through your therapeutic experience. While being licensed in MD, VA, and DC, I am here to help you on your mental health journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Hepbron

Sarah Hepbron

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My path to becoming a therapist was born out of my own personal struggles, which gives me a deep respect for the courage it takes to seek help.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Enrique Simmons

Enrique Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Riverdale Park, MD


“My counseling style is integrative and geared towards empowering each individual with self-discovery and self-correction skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Roberta Wasserman

Roberta Wasserman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy works best when clients feel both understood and empowered, so I balance deep emotional work with clear strategies that help people rebuild connection, set healthy boundaries, and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Bianca Lee

Bianca Lee

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I fully believe that healing the inner parts of our being will create space for a more fulfilled and peaceful life as we learn to establish boundaries for ourselves and our relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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