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

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Loreen Horine

Loreen Horine

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and the sole provider for George William Health and Wellness. I assess, diagnose and prescribe psychiatric medications. Depending on the circumstances, some patients want small amount of therapy added on to their medication management session. I love treating clients and finding the right treatment needed to improve mental health. Look forward to hearing from you.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kia McMillion

Kia McMillion

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Kia McMillion, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and achieve personal growth. With years of experience in mental health, I specialize in working with adults, using a strengths-based approach to empower my clients.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Carrington

Crystal Carrington

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is a combination of evidence-based practices, including person-centered and CBT and a little humor.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Victoria Akinde

Dr. Victoria Akinde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“My approach is very warm and interactive. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and kindness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Frances Figueroa

Frances Figueroa

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is collaborative and adaptive. I help you explore patterns that feel heavy, confusing, or hard to shift, and we work together to build strategies that make sense in your real life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Traci Jordan

Traci Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Bowie, MD


“I like to use treatment modalities which compliments my clients' lifestyle and comfort, which will build self-esteem, self-confidence, and security in themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Crystal Martinez

Crystal Martinez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Silver Spring, MD


My background is in all aspects of mental health and substance abuse.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christina Roberts

Christina Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Sykesville, MD


“I believe in the importance of developing trust in the client/therapist relationship by providing empathy, support and encouragement to make lasting positive change in my clients lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ekor Odaji

Ekor Odaji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe mental health care should be collaborative, personalized, and focused on the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaKetia Peoples

LaKetia Peoples

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I integrate CBT with mindfulness, stress-management techniques, and practical skill-building to help clients achieve long-term emotional wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brittany Jenkins

Brittany Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


“My goal is to find the right approach for each client, making sure you feel safe and supported every step of the way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Roberto Martinez

Roberto Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a firm believer that all of us go through tough times in our lives, but also that given the proper therapeutic tools you will meet your mental health goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, Stress management
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katherine Burke

Katherine Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I will support you to identify patterns, develop coping strategies, discover strengths, find solutions, and gain a deeper sense of wholeness and well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Christabel Timothy

Christabel Timothy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is collaborative and nonjudgmental—I believe in meeting clients where they are and working together to identify realistic goals and effective treatment plans.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ta'merri Lewis

Ta'merri Lewis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My journey to becoming a therapist was inspired by my own experiences with perinatal loss, general anxiety disorder, family struggles with substance use disorders, and parental addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Gerondakis

Heidi Gerondakis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is practical, relational, and evidence-based... I often integrate CBT and ACT strategies, mindfulness, and emotional regulation work...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Brian White

Dr. Brian White

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello! My name is Brian. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (DC LICSW, MD LCSW-C) with over nine years of experience supporting individuals in hospitals, outpatient settings, schools, and nonprofit agencies. I hold a Doctorate in Clinical Social Work from the University of Pennsylvania and dual master’s degrees in Social Work and Divinity from Andrews University. My work is focused on helping young adults and older adults deal with mental health challenges such as depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, and stress.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Laurie Harmon

Dr. Laurie Harmon

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


“My overriding goal for all my clients is to provide a safe, empathic, collaborative, and relaxed atmosphere in which they will be able to speak openly without the fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Folasade Akinkuowo

Folasade Akinkuowo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm committed to working closely with you to achieve optimal mental wellness. Together, we'll navigate your challenges, foster resilience, and empower you to lead a fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Thompson

Vanessa Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in the power of the therapeutic relationship and take time to understand the unique needs of each individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Carlos Carmona-Goyena

Dr. Carlos Carmona-Goyena

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is compassionate and collaborative, drawing from evidence-based methods while tailoring each session to your needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ariel Batiste

Ariel Batiste

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients often tell me they appreciate my balance of warmth, honesty, and compassion. I'm here to walk alongside you through the hard stuff and help you reconnect to your power, purpose, and peace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dexter Dodd

Dexter Dodd

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a warm, direct, and collaborative therapist who believes healing is both a clinical and deeply personal journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robert Maman

Robert Maman

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


I received my medical education in Paris, France.

I arrived in the US in 1982 and completed my psychiatric residency at Temple University Hospital, in Philadelphia in 1989.

IN 2010, I completed a forensic psychiatry fellowship in Portland, Oregon.

I have worked as a staff psychiatrist within the Maryland state mental health system for 23 years.

I am working with patients suffering from general mental illness and patients suffering from substance abuse.

I have worked with substance abuse clients since 1992 when I created a treatment program at Crownsville Hospital, in Crownsville. More recently I have been working with clients receiving buprenorphine (Suboxone) for the treatment of opioid use disorder.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Chop

Stephen Chop

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a direct, solution- oriented mental health therapist with over 30 years helping people navigate mental health challenges

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christianah Adelakun

Christianah Adelakun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“You should feel hope and relief after your sessions, with ability to live in the world without stigma.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ellis McComb

Ellis McComb

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My therapeutic approach to provide a safe, welcoming space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and challenges without judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Dae'Quawn Landrum

Dr. Dae'Quawn Landrum

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy is a collaborated process, which means you and I will work together to establish treatment goals and objectives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Fonju

Linda Fonju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach combines medication management, and therapeutic support to help clients navigate their mental health journey with confidence, resilience, and hope...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danielle Stivers

Danielle Stivers

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have found that integrating fitness with mental health helps my clients increase their confidence, self-esteem, and better manage their depression and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Connie Ruyter

Connie Ruyter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience working in the behavioral health field. I have a long history of working with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use issues. My fields of expertise include co-occurring disorders, trauma, and intimate partner violence. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Morgan State University.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Olumide Akinwumi

Olumide Akinwumi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My practice is evidence-based, and it is provided on a compassionate and individualized basis to assist individuals with mental health needs to function optimally.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nzinga Lawrence

Nzinga Lawrence

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I use a compassionate, client-centered approach grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you understand the patterns behind your thoughts and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Suryamol Chacko

Suryamol Chacko

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to make you feel comfortable, supported, and confident as we move toward positive change together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oluwatoyin Faloye

Oluwatoyin Faloye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with a background in nursing and mental health care.I’m passionate about supporting individuals through anxiety, depression, and life transitions with thoughtful, personalized care. I value creating a calm, welcoming space where you feel respected, supported, and truly heard.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monique Church

Monique Church

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I’m Monique. I work with individuals who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions. My goal is to create a space where you can talk openly, feel understood, and work through what’s been weighing on you. Together, we’ll focus on helping you feel more grounded, clear, and confident moving forward.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Akum Enaw-Ebone

Akum Enaw-Ebone

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals, couples, and families. I specialize in supporting clients who are navigating anxiety, depression, stress-related challenges, trauma, substance use concerns, medical issues, and major life transitions. My background includes conducting comprehensive intake assessments, psychosocial evaluations, treatment planning, and case management services to help clients receive well-rounded support tailored to their needs.

I earned my Master of Social Work from Howard University School of Social Work, and I am deeply passionate about helping people feel more balanced, understood, and empowered in their daily lives. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and judgment-free. My goal is to create a safe space where you can openly explore your experiences, strengthen resilience, and work toward meaningful personal growth at your own pace.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gabriel Obu

Gabriel Obu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“His practice, Holistic Healing Psychiatry, is built on the belief that mental wellness is not just the absence of symptoms, but the presence of vitality and the realization of one's maximum potential.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Arthur Chen

Dr. Arthur Chen

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I'm Dr. Arthur Chen, a licensed psychologist in Boca Raton and a Clinical Director. My passion is helping you navigate challenges and build lasting well-being through evidence-based strategies, genuine empathy, and active collaboration.

I specialize in Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, eating disorder recovery, and substance abuse recovery. Our practice, where I'm Clinical Director, also handles severe issues like bipolar disorder and psychosis.

My style is active, empathetic, and results-oriented. I don't just listen; I provide direct feedback and insightful questions to deepen your self-awareness. I'll gently challenge you to explore new perspectives and identify patterns, always in a safe space. My core is unconditional positive regard and profound care, ensuring you feel safe and accepted, truly heard and understood.

My strength is equipping you with practical skills for daily life. I provide concrete tools to manage difficult emotions, improve communication, develop robust coping mechanisms, and cultivate emotional resilience. My commitment is tangible results: symptom reduction, sustainable recovery, deeper self-discovery, and ultimately, an improved quality of life. Whether you want to "figure things out" or enhance your mental fitness, I'm here to guide you.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nkiru Nonso-Ekweozoh

Nkiru Nonso-Ekweozoh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Welcome—I'm so glad you're here.

I'm a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with years of experience supporting individuals through a wide range of mental health challenges. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, psychosis, PTSD, and many other psychiatric conditions.

At Inclusive Wellness Services Inc., my team and I provide evidence-based, holistic care tailored to the unique needs of our diverse clients.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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