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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Mesa, AZ

Recovery from addiction in Mesa is supported through talk therapy and medication management with providers specializing in detoxification support, cravings management, and dual diagnosis treatment. Headway offers virtual and in-person sessions designed to help you build sustainable sobriety.

Kiyana Brutus

Kiyana Brutus

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I offer 23 years of healthcare expertise. My specialty is earning your trust by genuinely connecting: actively listening, empathizing, and understanding your unique situation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kayleen Weinandt

Kayleen Weinandt

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I prioritize creating a warm, relaxed, and safe environment where you can speak openly without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Valerio

Deborah Valerio

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“She believes meaningful change begins with a safe and accepting therapeutic relationship where clients feel comfortable being themselves...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Laketah Harper

Laketah Harper

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My goal is to help you feel seen, supported, and empowered to create meaningful change in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kevin Hoops

Kevin Hoops

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I got into it because I'm fascinated by the "why" and even more passionate about the "how do we fix it?"”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eola Fowler

Eola Fowler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Kingman, AZ


I enjoy come along side people in their journey to live up to their highest potential! I believe that every person is created unique and has a purpose! I have a background in substance abuse counseling and mental health giving me a unique perspective in co-occurring conditions. I do general mental health, but am also certified in ADHD and Christian Counseling.

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

Albert Quainoo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


You’re Either Numb... or Constantly Overwhelmed. There’s No Middle Ground.

Albert supports adults navigating ADHD, emotional dysregulation, and burnout regain a sense of balance and control. With a calm, nonjudgmental approach, he helps clients better understand their emotions, manage daily overwhelm, and rebuild confidence step by step. If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, Albert provides practical support to help you feel grounded, clear-minded, and emotionally steady again without guilt or shame.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Vanessa Moe

Vanessa Moe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


Vanessa Moe, DNP-PMHNP-BC | Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner in Arizona

Compassionate, Evidence-Based Online Psychiatry in Arizona

With over 20 years of experience in the mental healthcare field, I am a Board-Certified Family Psychiatric and Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping patients across Arizona achieve mental clarity and stability. My clinical journey began with a deep commitment to understanding the complexities of the human mind, leading me to earn my Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Arizona State University.

As an experienced nurse practitioner for mood disorders, depression, anxiety and ADHD in Arizona, I have served patients in both high-acuity hospital settings and supportive outpatient clinics. This background allows me to provide a grounded, comprehensive perspective on mental wellness, ensuring every patient receives the highest standard of telehealth mental health in AZ.

I provide expert care for children and adults navigating a wide range of mental health challenges.

  • ADHD Care for Children & Adults: I specialize in supporting children with ADHD, as well as working or in-school adults who struggle with focus, executive function, and burnout.
  • Mood & Anxiety Disorders: Evidence-based management for depression, generalized anxiety, and complex mood instability.
  • Schizophrenia: I am a dedicated schizophrenia treatment specialist, providing consistent, specialized care for those living with thought disorders.
  • Medical-Psychiatric Support: I offer a unique sub-specialty in mental health care for cancer patients and those managing the psychological impact of chronic health conditions.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ugonna Okafor

Ugonna Okafor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Gilbert, AZ


“Together, we will evaluate emotional, physical, environmental, spiritual, cultural, and rational dimension of your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Molly Paxton

Molly Paxton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I think of psychiatry as painting. Every symptom, life experience, goal, etc., adds another color to the canvas.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexis Lopez

Dr. Alexis Lopez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


“I believe psychiatric care should be more than a quick medication check. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and actively involved in your care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marquest Lindsey

Marquest Lindsey

Therapist

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“My goal is to provide a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can feel comfortable being yourself, talking openly, and working toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gary Zarchy

Gary Zarchy

Therapist

Virtual • Gilbert, AZ


“I hope that all my clients can expect to feel unconditionally supported and learn tools and skills they can use to move forward in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Crystal McCarthy

Crystal McCarthy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe healing begins when people feel truly seen, heard, and respected—not rushed or reduced to a diagnosis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Courtney LeBoeuf

Courtney LeBoeuf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe mental health care should feel approachable and empowering, and I strive to make our sessions both comfortable and productive...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Ardizzone

Lisa Ardizzone

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Connecting with others is very important to me and I strive to create a space where people feel supported, understood, and recognized.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Makeda Webb

Makeda Webb

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe therapy should feel like a conversation where you can be your authentic self without fear of criticism or pressure.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joseph Jenkins

Joseph Jenkins

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“For more than 25 years I have walked alongside adults and adolescents carrying substance use and co-occurring struggles, trauma and PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger, grief, and everything tangled up in between.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharon Joshua Dnp

Dr. Sharon Joshua Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Phoenix, AZ


“A client would expect a rise in self-awareness by having a deeper understanding of their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Ray

Leslie Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My genuine, strengths-based, humanistic, compassionate approach is client-centered, warm, validating, and empathatic.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stella Bediako

Stella Bediako

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“Mental health is a journey, and we're here to help you navigate it step by step with a little grace, a little humor, and a lot of heart.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kendra Simpson

Kendra Simpson

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am committed to helping individuals navigate life's challenges with compassion, empathy and empowering techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Maceline Check

Dr. Maceline Check

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“As a Doctor of Nursing Practice and dual board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Family Nurse Practitioner, I consider both mental and physical health when developing an individualized treatment plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
David Lewis

David Lewis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


“Being open to the communication between a patient and I; listening and approaching the issues that the patient is interested in addressing...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Dr. Louise B Agyemang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Schizophrenia and Mood...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Harker

Kimberly Harker

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My journey in recovery gives me a deep sense of understanding and empathy for what the healing process requires.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Christopher Keil

Christopher Keil

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I am a certified EMDR therapist with advanced training in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), equipping me with effective tools to help clients navigate their trauma and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach to mental health care is centered on building trust and understanding, ensuring that each client feels heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shockie Dersno

Shockie Dersno

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hello,

I'm so glad that you are looking to take care of yourself and your needs. I have a master's in professional counseling and years of clinical training in trauma, EMDR, and various other topics. I love to help individuals, families, and groups. I help people manage and reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, and low self-esteem. I look forward to working with you.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chad Stears

Chad Stears

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I am a master's level mental health therapist dedicated to helping clients overcome PTSD, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and grief. Recognizing that we all experience trauma, I specialize in helping individuals process their past, manage dissociation, and learn vital coping skills. Having navigated my own healing journey, I deeply understand the profound benefits of therapy. My ultimate focus is on your holistic wellbeing, guiding you to decrease symptoms, increase self-awareness, and learn to truly enjoy life again.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melinda Claypool

Melinda Claypool

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My goal is to make a safe environment where my client can be open and honest about what they are struggling with so we can get to the heart of the issue(s).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jenny Betancourt

Jenny Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and goal-oriented. I use evidence-based methods like CBT and solution-focused therapy, but I tailor each session to you, because no two people are the same.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stacey Leija

Stacey Leija

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“My clinical focus is working with adults who have learned to function through stress, responsibility, or past adversity, yet feel internally overwhelmed, disconnected, or find themselves shutting down under pressure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Shirley

Andrea Shirley

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I specialize in working with survivors of domestic violence, abuse, and trauma — primarily women who are in the process of reclaiming their lives after experiencing something that was done to them without their consent.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexandra Trusty

Alexandra Trusty

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I believe that we all have the capacity for healing within ourselves. I work with clients of all ages. My goal is to instill hope and healing for clients presenting with concerns related to post-traumatic stress, attachment, anxiety, grief/loss, depression, disruptive behaviors, social skills, parenting, and/or relational distress.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Patience Akhimien

Dr. Patience Akhimien

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Peoria, AZ


“I believe in treating the whole person—not just the diagnosis—by integrating physical, emotional, social, and behavioral health needs into the treatment plan.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bonnie Grossman

Bonnie Grossman

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel understood while also gaining practical tools and insight that lead to meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Erika Mann

Erika Mann

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach to therapy is direct. I listen, I encourage clients to find their goals and to approach them head-on.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lynn Wellner

Lynn Wellner

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Hello,

I'm Lynn and I have supported individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance use challenges through individual and group therapy, using compassionate, evidence-based care. I believe healing happens through both stability and growth. I work with clients to navigate life’s challenges, build on their strengths, and develop practical tools to support coping, emotional well-being, and lasting change.

Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, traveling, hiking, and cruising.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Pamela Avanzino

Pamela Avanzino

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is individually formulated for your specific challenges, and I treat all diagnoses with an emphasis on mood disorders, relationship issues, grief/loss, substance use, and trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Mesa, AZ

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Mesa, AZ
There are over 82 therapists in Mesa, AZ accepting new patients.
82+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 91%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 89%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Bengali
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 29%Man
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 37%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 16%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 4%LIAC - Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor
  • 2%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 95%Individual therapy
  • 24%Family therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 12%Couples therapy

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