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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Phoenix, AZ

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

Phoenix residents seeking addiction support can access Headway providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and dialectical behavior therapy to address cravings, triggers, and withdrawal. With 954 providers available across the city, many clients find appointments within days and pay as little as $0 per session through insurance.

Phyllis Gould

Phyllis Gould

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


Are you looking for a therapist who understands your culture and speaks your language? I can help. I am fluent in Spanish, Polish, Brazilian Portuguese, French, and German.

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Alcohol and Other Drug Abuse Counselor with 40 years of clinical experience. I work with adults, children, and adolescents, and I value each person’s cultural background, identity, and lived experience.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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
Kristin Elatkin

Kristin Elatkin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I take a holistic approach to mental health, understanding that psychological, emotional, and physical well-being are interconnected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 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
Amber White

Amber White

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My goal is to help you build practical tools for the present while laying a solid foundation for the future — and to take that journey alongside you, wherever it leads.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Jordan Francis

Jordan Francis

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Therapy with me is collaborative, direct, and future-focused. We'll work together to create momentum so you can step into a version of your life that actually feels aligned, effective, and meaningful.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Rachael Colley

Rachael Colley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Tucson, AZ


I'm Rachael Colley, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner focused on psychiatric medication management with a practical, skills-based approach. My path ran through teaching and nursing before prescribing, so explaining things in plain language comes naturally, and I care about what works in your real life, not just what looks good on paper.

Who I work with I see adults, teens, and children, with particular depth in ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, perinatal and postpartum mental health, and binge eating disorder. I provide neurodiversity-affirming care and have a strong interest in supporting people navigating a late diagnosis, both the relief of finally having answers and the practical work of figuring out what comes next.

I offer early morning, evening, and weekend appointments across Arizona.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 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
Carolyne Mburu-Gerena

Carolyne Mburu-Gerena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mesa, AZ


“My approach is collaborative, integrative, and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, medical and medication history, sleep, stress, physical health, daily routines, and goals before recommending a plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Martin Cuevas

Martin Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“Direct, down-to-earth, and deeply human. I blend trauma-informed care with practical tools, curiosity, and a good dose of humor.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sheri Fisher

Sheri Fisher

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“I guide spiritually attuned, emotionally sensitive individuals into deeper healing, where your voice is no longer muted, your emotions are no longer sidelined, and your presence is no longer diluted to make others comfortable.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Demarie Holmes

Demarie Holmes

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I integrate talk therapy, mindfulness and somatic techniques, and parts work...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Wen Soon

Dr. Wen Soon

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


“My speciality is language and helping you understand how the way you speak to yourself and others influence your mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stacie Allen

Stacie Allen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Arizona


“I work closely with patients to develop personalized treatment plans that may include medication management, therapy, and lifestyle changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kristin Holub

Kristin Holub

Therapist

Virtual • Arizona


I believe when people find their purpose they find motivation. I am a neurodivergent therapist who understands others challenges and work at ensuring the client understands the why of what one does to foster behavioral changes.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Direct
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Phoenix, AZ
There are over 93 therapists in Phoenix, AZ accepting new patients.
93+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 91%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 86%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 89%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 2%Hindi
  • 1%Bengali
  • 1%French
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 31%Man
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 35%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 3%LIAC - Licensed Independent Addiction Counselor
  • 3%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 97%Individual therapy
  • 23%Family therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy
  • 11%Child or adolescent therapy

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