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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Cleveland, OH

Cleveland residents seeking help with addiction can connect with experienced providers on Headway who specialize in substance use disorder, nicotine dependence, and gambling addiction. Explore therapeutic approaches including acceptance and commitment therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, and community reinforcement—all accessible virtually or in-person with insurance support.

Trevor Schwall

Trevor Schwall

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have a laid-back style and like to hear people's stories. I am also realistic about situations and challenge you when you need to be challenged, but I will also listen when you need to be heard.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Debra Butterfield

Debra Butterfield

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring both professional expertise and personal understanding to my practice. I have lived through experience with the impacts of substance use and mental health challenges within the family.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Hill

Sarah Hill

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I’m Sarah Hill, an LISW-S with an MSSA from Case Western Reserve University (2008). I work with college students, young adults, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, life transitions, and identity development. My style is collaborative and compassionate, grounded in CBT, trauma-informed, and strength-based approaches. I aim to create a supportive space where clients feel understood, empowered, and ready to make meaningful change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Martinez Acuna

Elizabeth Martinez Acuna

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“For over two decades Elizabeth has empowered people to believe in their inherent ability to elicit strengths and resilience, overcome challenges, and achieve the life worth living.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Autumn Davis

Autumn Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“With an emphasis on emotional resilience, self-compassion, and mind-body awareness, I offer tailored support...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Breanne Gamble

Breanne Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I describe my style as empathetic yet grounded, blending clinical expertise with a genuine, human-centered focus that prioritizes your unique lived experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrienne Voltaire

Adrienne Voltaire

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that every person has the ability to heal. It is my job to listen, understand, and help guide my clients toward achieving their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Killeen

Jennifer Killeen

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in working with individuals and families impacted by trauma, and I approach this work with deep compassion, respect, and a belief in each person's inherent capacity for healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Kristina Clingan

Kristina Clingan

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I meet clients where they are—without judgment—and believe that trust is the foundation of effective therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Debbie Shaffer

Debbie Shaffer

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I integrate clinical training and lived experience to create a safe, non‐judgmental therapeutic relationship grounded in unconditional positive regard.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ellyse Luzar

Ellyse Luzar

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My therapeutic philosophy centers on meeting you exactly where you are and walking alongside you as you work towards your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cornelius Onyekelu

Cornelius Onyekelu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is open-minded and collaborative. I prioritize building a trusting relationship with my clients, allowing for open communication and genuine connection.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Straley

Tiffany Straley

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in working with individuals navigating compulsive thoughts, anxiety, depression, and the complex impact of trauma and abuse.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Peggy Keating

Peggy Keating

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have a bachelor's of Arts Degree, double majoring in Social Services and Religious Studies, a Master of Arts Degree in Psychology and the degree of Master of Social Work, from Cleveland State University.

I believe in a holistic approach to mental health. This means that all aspects of a person are included and considered in our work together. I assist those I work with in a variety of areas including, but not limited to:

Anxiety

Stress management

Depression

Grief and loss

Life transitions (including becoming an empty nester, divorce, retirement, aging with meaning)

Management of health issues (particularly pain and chronic health challenges)

Trauma (including religious trauma, sexual abuse and post-traumatic stress disorder)

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Monshare (Monty) Sears-Hughes

Monshare (Monty) Sears-Hughes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cincinnati, OH


“Clients describe my style as calm, supportive, and nonjudgmental. Sessions are collaborative and focused both on what you're experiencing right now and on long-term growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joseph Jablonski

Joseph Jablonski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“Joe uses a holistic, evidence-based, and measurement driven treatment plan that prioritizes the patient's individual goals and long-term functional stability.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brenda Canales

Brenda Canales

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in establishing a safe and non-judgmental space where a client can express their feelings, process their thoughts, and feel empowered...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherri Sullivan

Sherri Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Ashtabula, OH


“My therapeutic style combines evidence based practices (EMDR, CBT, PET, TFCBT) with a compassionate, straightforward and authentic approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Gonnella

James Gonnella

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have worked in the field of Substance Use Disorder, trauma, and Mental Health for the past 19 years.”
Substance use / addiction, Grief or loss, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ishmael Brown

Ishmael Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is collaborative, encouraging, and straightforward, and I tailor the work to help you build insight, confidence, and meaningful change at a pace that feels manageable.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Reedy

Steven Reedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


My name is Steven Reedy. As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring ideals from both the medical and nursing models of care in a holistic approach. In doing so, this allows me to care for you with compassion, as a whole person, and with the latest evidence-based practices. My journey to mental healthcare My background as a nurse was eight years of acute care. I was an Emergency Department and ICU nurse for almost a decade before I switched my focus to Mental Health. I observed firsthand the deficit in mental health care and prevention and wanted to devote my career to recognition, advocating prevention, and resources for patients with mental health needs.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Traci Henson

Traci Henson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on building a trusting relationship where you can explore challenges without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alexis Bass

Alexis Bass

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“In a first session, clients can expect a warm welcoming space, primarily focusing on getting to know them and what brought them into this space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Debora Wallace-Wood

Debora Wallace-Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor

Licensed Independent Chemical Dependency Counselor

Certified Trauma Counselor

Certified Adult ADHD Counselor

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Gamble

David Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Matt is a veteran of the mental health industry with 20+ years of progressive experience. Practicing from a cultural-relational perspective, he believes in everyone's potential for greatness.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Esther Friedman

Esther Friedman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring extensive experience in treating individuals facing adjustment challenges, anxiety, depression, trauma, personality disorders, psychosis, and substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Samantha Wingo

Samantha Wingo

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take a warm but direct and empowering solution-focused approach to help you take charge of your life to address, process, and make change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Paul Waldroop

Paul Waldroop

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My professional intent is to lead my clients on an intellectually stimulating, psychologically and socially restorative counseling journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jayne Malpede

Dr. Jayne Malpede

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“During our initial session, I will listen to your concerns with the utmost respect, curiousity, compassion and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexandra McGrath

Alexandra McGrath

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Welcome, and come as you are. I believe meaningful change begins with understanding yourself on a deeper level. Many of the struggles we experience in adulthood, whether in relationships, self-worth, anxiety, trauma, communication, or life satisfaction, are shaped by patterns that developed long before we were aware of them. Often these patterns started as adaptations, ways of coping or relating that once helped us navigate our family or environment and made sense at the time. My role is to help you identify those patterns, understand why they exist, and create lasting change rather than simply managing symptoms.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I don't see you as a diagnosis or a checklist of symptoms. I see a whole person — with a unique story, real strengths, and an incredible capacity to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Memmott

Elizabeth Memmott

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is grounded, embodied, and relational. Rooted in the belief that healing happens when we listen to the wisdom of the body as much as the mind.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Erin Taylor

Erin Taylor

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi! I am a licensed professional clinical counselor in Ohio whose passion is watching people heal and grow into the humans they were put here to be. My formal education comes from Ohio University in Athens, OH, with a master's degree in education - clinical/mental health counseling. My life education comes from being a person in long-term recovery for 15 years. I look forward to accompanying you on your search for you.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Cindy Batie

Cindy Batie

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe my clients are the experts of their lives. I try to make the counseling session a safe place for you to share what is on your heart and mind...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Renee Boldman

Renee Boldman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is to holistically guide you back to your mind, body, and spirit. Together, we will forge down a path that integrates somatic, emotional, and cognitive techniques to help promote healthier lifestyle choices, relationships, and...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Pam Quarles

Pam Quarles

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a clinical mental health and substance abuse, therapist, with licensures LPCC and LICDC, in the State of Ohio. I obtained my Bachelor's degree from Fisk University and my master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Walden University. My primary work environments have included private practice/outpatient, school based, as well as residential/crisis inpatient treatment, to provide treatment for mental health [depression, trauma anxiety, anger management, grief and substance use disorders.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sarah Weinstein

Sarah Weinstein

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“You may be stuck in a cycle of overthinking, worrying about your health, experiencing panic attacks, struggling in your relationships, or caring for everyone else while quietly running on empty.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hannah Shaw

Hannah Shaw

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I learned that there was a lack of understanding, compassion and misinformation within society, and even among the medical community itself.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Emmanuel Nji

Dr. Emmanuel Nji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chillicothe, OH


“I refuse to say "I cannot help you." Instead, I pledge to learn, consult, and pursue every avenue to support my patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rick Karges

Rick Karges

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is typically providing short-term, solution focused. goal oriented counseling/psychotherapy...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Find the right addiction counselor for you

Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Cleveland, OH

Finding addiction therapists in Cleveland starts with understanding what kind of support fits your needs. Addiction care can include help with alcohol use, substance use, nicotine dependence, gambling, relapse prevention, and co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for training and listed specialties that match what you want to address. Some therapists use motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, or harm reduction-informed care. Some people may also work with a prescriber as part of their care team.

Cleveland has a strong mental health care community, with options across the city and nearby areas, but fit still depends on practical details. You may prefer an in-person office near work, home, or transit, while virtual appointments can make it easier to choose from more therapists across Ohio. Addiction support can also change over time, so it helps to look for a therapist who describes a nonjudgmental approach and experience with recovery that is not one-size-fits-all. Before booking, read bios for details about approach, session structure, availability, and whether a free phone consultation is offered.

Addiction therapy in Cleveland can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before starting care. Headway helps you search for therapists who are accepting new patients, review detailed profiles, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs after you enter your insurance details. From there, you can compare fit, choose in-person or virtual care, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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