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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Costa Mesa, CA

Costa Mesa residents seeking addiction support can work with Headway's network of compassionate providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and dialectical behavior therapy. Whether you're navigating alcohol use disorder, substance dependence, or behavioral addiction, find personalized care with free consultations available.

Ylan Hunt

Ylan Hunt

Therapist

Virtual • California


Sometimes you don’t need someone to simply ask, “And how does that make you feel?” You need a therapist who can listen, understand the bigger picture, help you connect the dots, and work with you on what to actually do next.

That’s the kind of space I strive to provide.

I work with adults who may look like they’re holding everything together while privately feeling overwhelmed, anxious, exhausted, angry, disconnected, grieving, or simply tired of carrying so much. Some of my clients come to therapy because of a specific crisis or life transition. Others arrive saying, “I don’t even know where to start—I just know something needs to change.” Both are perfectly valid places to begin.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erris-Sheron Dolberry

Erris-Sheron Dolberry

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Using approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and acceptance-based strategies, I help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, and build healthier ways of thinking and coping.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cassaundra Escobar

Cassaundra Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Central to my practice is creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment that fosters encouragement, self-awareness, growth, and accountability.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Judith Rojas

Judith Rojas

Therapist

Virtual • California


Change is a constant in life but navigating it can feel overwhelming. You don’t have to do it alone. I provide a safe, supportive space to help you gain clarity, insight, and a stronger sense of self.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angel De Luna Escobedo

Angel De Luna Escobedo

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in EMDR, somatic therapy, inner child work, and spiritual practices to support healing from trauma, identity-based stress, and patterns like out-of-control behaviors or emotional overwhelm.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Morgan Anderson

Morgan Anderson

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe in a direct and honest working relationship with clients. My goal is to help you get to the root of your symptoms as quickly as possible...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Victoria Cole

Victoria Cole

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have years of experience working with survivors of abuse, religious trauma and relational betrayal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrea Hall Stachniewicz

Andrea Hall Stachniewicz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach my clinical work through a systemic lens, recognizing how socio political and institutional factors shape identity, mental health, and access to care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ozzie Lomeli

Ozzie Lomeli

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I tend to create a laid-back environment; I never come across as if I'm the "expert" in your life...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Melissa Deneau

Melissa Deneau

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and guide them in building practical tools to feel more in control of their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sean Kennedy

Sean Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring with me 10+ years of clinical experience in cognitive behavioral, narrative, and talk therapies working with clients who struggle with negative self talk and other anxiety disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Valderene DaPaixao Passos Waian

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bailey Borup

Bailey Borup

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a compassionate, client-centered therapist who believes therapy should be a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and accepted.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thanh Mai

Thanh Mai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and personalized — I believe treatment works best when clients feel comfortable, respected, and involved in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Chido Ibe

Chido Ibe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is always to help my patients reach their mental health homeostasis (a stable, balanced mental state despite external stressors).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lindsey McAllister

Lindsey McAllister

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive experience working with men and women who have experienced trauma or struggle with substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Men's issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Sheila Nguyen

Dr. Sheila Nguyen

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I am a licensed psychologist who cares deeply about helping people find their way toward the life they want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Raul Lopez

Raul Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can openly discuss life's challenges and work toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marcelle Little

Marcelle Little

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate these challenges using body-oriented approaches and evidence-based techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Dr. Shelby Solomon

Dr. Shelby Solomon

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Solomon recognizes therapy is an uplifting, supportive, and sometimes challenging experience, and believes establishing trust, safety, and open communication is essential to the process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Kaylee Kryzer

Kaylee Kryzer

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Barbara, CA


“Clients have noted they can tell I genuinely enjoy connecting with them, and have emphasized feeling sessions are safe, non-intimidating, accepting, and steady.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stacey Soares

Stacey Soares

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strongly lean towards empowering clients to gain a sense of control over their lives again and to strengthen their self-worth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yashwanthi Mirji

Yashwanthi Mirji

Therapist

Virtual • Simi Valley, CA


“My treatment approach is a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive interventions, working collaboratively with clients to provide relief from trauma related anxiety and depression.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kimberly Gill

Kimberly Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My own experience with mental health challenges starting in adolescence is a big part of why I do this work — I know firsthand what it feels like to move through your days feeling hopeless, defeated, or caught off guard by panic that seems to come...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dustina Cordero

Dustina Cordero

Therapist

Virtual • Roseville, CA


“My background spans forensic psychology, severe mental illness, and addiction treatment, giving me a deep understanding of the complex emotional and behavioral patterns people struggle with.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Lani Espinas

Lani Espinas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I will hold you accountable, challenge you, and give you homework since I don't believe 45 mins a week is sufficient to rectify lifelong patterns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Andres Ruiz

Andres Ruiz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is supportive, practical, and collaborative, with a focus on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful changes in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Antionette Sob

Antionette Sob

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m Antionette Sob, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to empowering individuals to live fuller, more balanced lives. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training in mental health, I aim to provide safe, supportive, and compassionate care. I believe that everyone can heal and grow — sometimes we need the right tools and guidance.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Mariela Cortez

Mariela Cortez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker (English/Spanish) with experience supporting individuals through challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and grief. I am passionate about creating a safe, welcoming space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered to grow. I have worked with diverse populations in community mental health, medical settings, and private practice. My goal is to walk alongside you in your healing journey and help you reconnect with your strengths, resilience, and sense of hope.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Aaron Martin

Aaron Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


To simplify scheduling, book consultations through my website, not Headway: AaronMartinTherapy.com

As a mixed-race, Queer therapist, I support other LGBTQ folks, providing a safe space to simply be. I believe our varying identities impact the way the world interacts with us, and how our mental health symptoms present. I view my therapeutic role as balancing support and action to nudge you into new patterns that better support you.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own experience as a young person in treatment inspired me to pursue a career in behavioral health...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Krystle Ramirez

Krystle Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm not just an ally — I'm part of the community I serve, and I bring that lived understanding into every session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Robert McShane

Robert McShane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“I take an action oriented approach in helping clients better understand and address what keeps them feeling stuck, disconnected, and unfulfilled.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dustina Cordero

Dustina Cordero

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My background spans forensic psychology, severe mental illness, and addiction treatment, giving me a deep understanding of the complex emotional and behavioral patterns people struggle with.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Georgianna Olivieri

Georgianna Olivieri

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My collaborative therapeutic approach focuses on helping clients to identify and fuel the power of their unique strengths to manage and overcome mental health and substance use challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kacey Mather

Kacey Mather

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe that holding space for healing is connected to my divine purpose. Growing up, I spent many moments with my mom gazing at the moon as it illuminated the lake—a place filled with memories. The moon became my teacher, offering me the most important lesson I’ve come to know: it is in the darkness where we often find the most profound beauty and light. I’ve carried this lesson with me throughout my life, continually learning how even in my most challenging and painful times, there is always the potential for healing and growth.

As human beings, we all carry patterns—some of which support our wellbeing and others that no longer serve us. These patterns can become deeply ingrained, leading us into cycles of addiction, anxiety, depression, and other mental health struggles. These patterns are often the psyche's attempts to protect us from unhealed wounds, many of which have been buried, avoided, or numbed over time. But I know from my own journey, and from walking alongside countless others, that facing these wounds is the key to healing.

I believe that one of the most powerful tools for healing is the creation of secure attachment within the therapeutic relationship.Sometimes, the first person who truly shows you unconditional love and kindness is a therapist. From my own experience, I have witnessed how profound healing can be when we allow ourselves to be truly seen by another. My role is to hold that space for you—gently confronting you when necessary, but always with love and consistency. This is the essence of secure attachment and the emotional corrective experience that facilitates growth. It’s within this compassionate space that you can experience what healthy, nurturing love feels like—and eventually, learn to offer that same love to yourself.

I would be honored to walk alongside you on this journey, to support you in shedding old layers, and to help you step into a version of yourself that is whole, healed, and free.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniel Blitch

Daniel Blitch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is a space where curiosity and honesty meet growth. My approach is both exploratory and grounded.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Thai Le

Dr. Thai Le

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. Seeking help can feel like a big step, but it is also a powerful one. I offer a collaborative and nonjudgemental space for discovering strengths and with helping you feel empowered.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Luisa Merino

Luisa Merino

Therapist

Virtual • California


Life can be difficult, challenging, and overwhelming at times. I am here to partner with you and assist you in your journey toward growth and wellness. I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed clinical therapist with over 20 years or experience in mental health.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Margaret Garcia

Margaret Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work in both English and Spanish because I know that language isn't just about communication — it's about feeling truly understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Costa Mesa, CA
There are over 42 therapists in Costa Mesa, CA accepting new patients.
42+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 83%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 79%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 67%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%Cigna
  • 52%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 7%Farsi
  • 2%Igbo
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
  • 26%Man
  • 5%Non-binary
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 21%Nurse Practitioner
  • 17%Clinical Psychologist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 2%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 33%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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