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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Culver City, CA

Culver City residents struggling with substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, or behavioral addictions can access compassionate support through Headway's network of 2,635 licensed providers. Our specialists offer evidence-based treatments including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies to support your recovery journey with flexible virtual and in-person sessions.

Ismael De Guzman

Ismael De Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have particular experience supporting members of the LGBTQ+ community, men of color, and survivors of sexual trauma or intimate partner violence.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Baleska Alfaro

Baleska Alfaro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chidinma Janett Ogbeide

Chidinma Janett Ogbeide

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My care is rooted in compassion, grace, and respect — because healing shouldn't feel rushed, cold, or clinical.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mahera Ahmed

Mahera Ahmed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and inclusive. I create a space where you can slow down, breathe, and talk openly without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jesse DeLong

Jesse DeLong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“My approach combines medication with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness techniques to help you manage challenges and reach your personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shalom Spencer

Shalom Spencer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 28 years of experience in the mental health field. I earned my Master of Social Work (MSW) from the Hunter School of Social Work and have lived and practiced in California for over three decades. My professional background includes extensive work with older adults, individuals experiencing homelessness, and adults living with severe and persistent mental illness. I am known for my patient, compassionate, and attentive approach, and I strive to be fully engaged and present with every client I serve. My goal is to provide thoughtful, individualized support that helps clients feel understood and empowered in their therapeutic journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Grace Collins

Grace Collins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • La Jolla, CA


“Grace prides herself on her ability to connect with clients throughout the various stages of their healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
James Milner

James Milner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a client-centered, cognitive behavioral approach, I work collaboratively with you to better understand patterns, build practical coping tools, and create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Travis Fortenberry

Travis Fortenberry

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I give the aura of being neutral and serene, which is my overall goal and focus as a practitioner of the sacred art of counseling.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chenxi Mia Yang

Chenxi Mia Yang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Mia provides thoughtful, collaborative care that integrates evidence-based medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive strategies tailored to each client's needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachael Young-Reni

Rachael Young-Reni

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, non-judgmental, and supportive. I use various modalities and approaches depending on what is going on in your life and your stated goal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Melinda Fay

Melinda Fay

Therapist

Virtual • California


Melinda Fay is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a specialty in Art Therapy. I received my MA in Psychology from Phillips Graduate Institute in 2002 and I have been licensed since 2008.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Gottschalk

Richard Gottschalk

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I meet clients where they are at without judgment, listen and understand their truth, and collaborate with them on problem solving and goals that they want to work on.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Greene

Jennifer Greene

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on you, prioritizing your needs to bring clarity and tranquility through clinical support tailored to your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Valerie Vasquez

Valerie Vasquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe the best care comes from building a genuine partnership and creating a treatment plan that fits your unique goals and lifestyle.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ifeoma Ubadike

Ifeoma Ubadike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Matthew Paden

Matthew Paden

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Matthew is also an end-of-life doula and a Certified HeartMath® trainer, integrating mindfulness, emotional regulation, and compassionate presence into his work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 6 insurance carriers
Laura Quinonez

Laura Quinonez

Therapist

Virtual • Fort Bragg, CA


“Clients often describe me as warm but direct, someone who asks the questions they didn't know they needed.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samir Hamed

Samir Hamed

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My approach to providing care is client-centered and holistic. I work collaboratively with clients to understand their unique needs and create personalized treatment plans.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Ana Melendez

Ana Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative and strengths-based approach, tailoring our work to your unique needs, goals, and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Wallace

Jessica Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to support and guide you throughout your healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Schwarz

Alexander Schwarz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to feel supported, understood, and find relief to their negative feelings while learning new techniques to manage life situations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Tolentino Smith

Diane Tolentino Smith

Therapist

Virtual • California


I offer a space where rigorous thinking and genuine connection work together. I draw on psychoeducation and clinical reasoning to help adults make sense of complex patterns in their relationships, identities, and the systems that shape daily life. I see clients remotely throughout California and Nevada, with one goal: moving you from insight to sustainable progress.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Miriam Denise Moeller

Miriam Denise Moeller

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe healing looks different for everyone, and therapy should honor your unique story, values, culture, and lived experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gregory White

Gregory White

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Being committed to the truth that life is not about what happens to you that it is important, but how one handles what life gives you is the most important.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Diabetes
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Young

Robert Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My first priority is to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard.”
Substance use / addiction, Eating disorders, End of life care, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sheldon Cohen

Sheldon Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've been in the mental health field since 2015 and have had the privilege of working with many different populations and settings—from residential programs to PHP and IOP levels of care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Britanny Wilson

Britanny Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“With over 15 years of experience in mental health care—including my time at UCLA Neuropsychiatric Hospital—I bring a compassionate, client-centered approach to every session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anthony Carpio

Anthony Carpio

Therapist

Virtual • California


“An empowering approach, which enables clients to progress at their pace with self-determination, compassion, collaboration, validation and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gurmit Deol

Gurmit Deol

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Holly Still

Holly Still

Therapist

Virtual • California


I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 15 years of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, and life transitions. Throughout my career, I have been passionate about supporting individuals as they work through challenges, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.

I believe therapy is most effective when clients feel safe, supported, and genuinely heard. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based, focusing on helping you recognize your existing strengths while developing practical tools to manage life's difficulties. Together, we will work to increase self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and create a path forward that aligns with your values, goals, and overall well-being. My goal is to empower you to navigate challenges with greater confidence and build a life that feels more balanced, fulfilling, and authentic.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michael They

Michael They

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Modesto, CA


“I will listen intently and ask questions to learn more about you so I can determine what type of care is most appropriate.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Angel Aguilera M.D.

Dr. Angel Aguilera M.D.

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“After more than 12 years of clinical experience, I believe that mental health care, done well, can change the entire trajectory of a person's life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nidhi Patel

Nidhi Patel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to offer a supportive, down-to-earth space where you feel understood and can create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Beverly Jarvis

Beverly Jarvis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm engaged, honest, and relational in my style, and I believe therapy works best when you feel truly understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marisa Feliciano-Garcia

Marisa Feliciano-Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to move toward the life they want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Emily Samuel

Emily Samuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“Emily's therapeutic approach is a mixture of supportive therapy and motivational interviewing; she thoroughly evaluates your entire mental health in a way that makes you feel connected and supported, and provides you with positive energy, strength...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Gutierrez

Patricia Gutierrez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My practice centers on trauma and PTSD, identity and gender affirming care, and the lived experiences of women and LGBTQIA+ individuals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Araina Lynn Hennen

Araina Lynn Hennen

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“My therapeutic approach draws from various evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, reality therapy, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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