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

Dayton's mental health landscape is evolving, and Headway provides accessible addiction support through 578 licensed providers across the region. Whether you're exploring detoxification resources, managing cravings, or building long-term sobriety, our therapists specialize in personalized treatment plans using proven therapeutic approaches.

Kamryn VanWanzeele

Kamryn VanWanzeele

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Less anxiety, feeling focused, and seeing the end in sight — this is how you'll feel after every session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Vela

Jennifer Vela

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I’m a bilingual therapist working with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, and major life transitions. Many of the people I support feel overwhelmed by overthinking, internal pressure, difficulty managing stress, and the uncertainty of what comes next.

In our work together, I focus on helping you make sense of what’s happening internally and develop practical ways to respond to stress and emotions. I integrate cognitive, somatic, and neuroscience-informed approaches to support both emotional and nervous system regulation.

I believe therapy should feel human. It can be structured but still fit your individual needs. I offer a space where you can show up as you are, while also doing meaningful work that leads to real shifts in how you experience and respond to life.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jeremy Fryman

Jeremy Fryman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that everyone has the capacity to heal and change, and these two components may look different for every individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynae Verdine

Lynae Verdine

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


As a Licensed Independent Mental Health Therapist and a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor, I believe prioritizing your mental health is one of the most important steps toward stability and growth. Reaching out for help is not always easy, so I truly commend you for considering it.

I work with adults who are struggling with stress, life challenges, trauma, and addiction. I focus on helping clients build confidence and develop healthy coping skills. To enrich and gain enhanced satisfaction in their lives. My goal is to walk alongside you as you create meaningful and lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shane Dumm

Shane Dumm

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


  • I’m in your corner. I’m not here to judge, fix, or control. I’m here to understand, challenge when needed, and help you grow.
  • I will tell the truth. Kindly, clearly, and without fluff. Progress requires honesty.
  • I value structure and clarity. We will set goals. We will measure movement. We won’t just “vent and vibe.”
  • I integrate evidence-based approaches. I lean heavily on CBT and Motivational Interviewing, with EMDR techniques when appropriate. Therapy with me is practical and action-oriented.
  • I respect faith. If spirituality matters to you, we can thoughtfully integrate it. If not, we won’t force it.
  • I believe people are more resilient than they think. My job is to help you access what’s already there.
  • I hold both accountability and compassion. Growth happens in that tension.
  • I’m human. I don’t claim perfection. I show up present, prepared, and fully invested in your development.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marva Carter

Marva Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in substance use and co-occurring mental health concerns, using a person-centered and empathetic approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Congrove

Taylor Congrove

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I've spent much of my career working in crisis intervention and high risk management so I'm comfortable in a range of issues from managing stress and mood to dealing with complex issues like psychosis or borderline personality disorder.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Romell Graves

Romell Graves

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Reynoldsburg, OH


“I work with clients from a place of empathy, authenticity and warmth. My style is a blend of CBT, Gottman, theology and humor.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Laura Wafer

Laura Wafer

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“With a focus on mental health struggles, LGBT issues, and substance abuse, I work collaboratively with clients...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Madison Knowles

Madison Knowles

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have had extensive experience with multiple populations including people with special needs, I am Proficient in parent training, family counseling, counseling teens and even adults.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brigitte Belmonte Jarc

Brigitte Belmonte Jarc

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hiya! Thank you so much for taking the time to patiently sift through many profiles to find me. Now that you're here, I will give you my best elevator speech. I specialize in anxiety, depression, and substance use - all the messy, complicated parts. Over 17 years, I’ve done everything from case management to clinical supervision at a community mental health agency and crisis intervention at a managed care company. As a biracial person (Filipina and Polish), I bring personal understanding to those navigating cultural identity, family expectations, and the feeling of not quite fitting in anywhere.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Denise Tripp

Denise Tripp

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Canton, OH


“I use a Person Centered approach and weave in Solution Focused therapy so you can gain traction on your treatment goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Matthew Haines

Matthew Haines

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Streetsboro, OH


As a former firefighter, paramedic, and emergency planner, Matthew deeply understands the impact of trauma on those who served and protect. His mission is to help all individuals move beyond survival-toward healing, wholeness, and hope.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alisha Fuller

Alisha Fuller

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Together, we'll build self-awareness and empowerment to help you move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
John Engebretson

John Engebretson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with clients using a person-centered approach helping them to see their problems in a different light.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Diamond Junior

Diamond Junior

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My ultimate goal is to help people from ages 5 and up improve their mental health hygiene, break free from substance abuse, and build a fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Alisha Dennis-Brinson

Alisha Dennis-Brinson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My counseling style is client centered and empathetic. I believe in using tools that will best help the client become aware of their inner strength as they work on their journey to wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Robert Ksiazkiewicz

Robert Ksiazkiewicz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I focus on your strengths and unique abilities, and I'll work with you to recognize and build on the resources you already have within and around you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Julia Hunter

Julia Hunter

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a mother of 3 children with autism. I have completed my undergraduate studies at Kent State, My graduate studies at Capella University where I did residency in Chicago and Atlanta. I have almost 7 years of experience in the field working in collaboration with ODJFS to help children and families. I live on a small hobby farm in Ohio and enjoy the outdoors.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Ohly

Lauren Ohly

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I strongly believe in the connection between mind and body and take a holistic, client-centered approach to treatment...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marianna Zdinak

Marianna Zdinak

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I share a home office with my four-legged boy, Jack. He is a pedigree mutt who helps keep me grounded during my workday. We help people with a variety of issues, and specialize in working with people who have lived through or are currently living through trauma. Big Ts that everyone recognizes as traumatic experiences, and Subtle Ts that people are often told to "just get over."

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kadie Six

Kadie Six

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My focus is on helping you identify your strengths, build resilience, and move toward meaningful change at a pace that feels right for you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eric Soeder

Eric Soeder

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am a licensed independent social worker who emerged from his own mental health and substance abuse challenges with the desire to help others do the same.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paul Zukas

Paul Zukas

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I utilize a fair amount of cognitive restructuring, motivational interviewing, and client directed problem solving.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Phillip Guttmann

Phillip Guttmann

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I specialize in helping clients navigating trauma, anxiety, panic disorder, depression, LGBTQ+ issues, grief, & much more. I earned my MSW from New York University in 2011 and have worked as a forensic social worker in NYC at The Legal Aid Society & have also worked with Gay Men's Health Crisis, Services for the Underserved, Footsteps & Office of the Appellate Defender. I moved to Los Angeles in 2017 and have been in private practice since 2018.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rob Yurisko

Rob Yurisko

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to help clients understand themselves at a deeper level, offer practical tools and resources, and support them as they work toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Storey Sorensen

Storey Sorensen

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am a trauma specialist and I believe we grow in unexpected ways when trauma stops being the primary driver of thoughts and behavior.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
J Ryan Moore

J Ryan Moore

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should feel collaborative, supportive, and empowering — not clinical or intimidating.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bobi Martin

Bobi Martin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in a holistic approach and being able to empower people with whatever they may be struggling with.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Smith

Holly Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, OH


“I can help you build the skills not only to feel better, but to create the long term changes for the life you want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Morgan

Jennifer Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in taking a collaborative approach to help clients reach their goals with evidence based tools and active, supportive listening.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pascale Davis

Pascale Davis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“As a survivor of Complex PTSD myself, I have a special understanding and passion about helping others heal with patience and grace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tecky Rusk

Tecky Rusk

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have experience working with those who have served both in and out of wartime as well as with the family members who are left behind during deployment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Margaret Adkins

Margaret Adkins

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in meeting people where they are with a connection in a warm, open, and non-judgmental atmosphere.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shobhana Davda

Shobhana Davda

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“The helpful approach to therapy is not one-size-fits-all, but rather a collaborative partnership that blends evidence-based techniques with a strong empathetic therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordan Dotson

Jordan Dotson

Therapist

Virtual • Worthington, OH


“I work primarily with young adults of all backgrounds using CBT and DBT grounded in a person-centered, strengths-based approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Jaimie Wells

Dr. Jaimie Wells

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use these various forms of interventions to assist in making positive changes and empowering you to obtain the changes or improvements you desire.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stefanie Young

Stefanie Young

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Akron, OH


Hello, I'm Stefanie Young, an Army brat, born in Germany and a Gulf War Veteran. I've spent my entire career in and around first response: military, military police, and civilian law enforcement which has truly shaped my approach to therapy by understanding the culture, the pressures that come with it, and what it takes to finally talk to someone.

My practice is a confidential, open space for adults working through trauma, PTSD, anxiety, anger, and depression. If you're a first responder or veteran, you won't need to explain your world to me, I've lived it. And if you're not, you're equally welcome as well.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Susan McNorton

Susan McNorton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cortland, OH


“With over 26 years of experience, I use a variety of approaches—like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, solution-focused techniques, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR—to support individuals working through trauma, anxiety, stress,...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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