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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Downey, CA

Downey residents seeking support for substance use can connect with 2,620 licensed providers offering evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and 12-Step Facilitation. Headway's network provides flexible virtual and in-person sessions, with many clients paying as low as $0 per session through insurance.

Kimmy Hunkle

Kimmy Hunkle

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I don't believe therapy should consist of spending years talking in circles while your life stays the same.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Jennifer Moen

Jennifer Moen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Huntington Beach, CA


“I use EMDR, Narrative Therapy, and trauma-responsive interventions in a direct and grounded way to facilitate meaningful, sustainable change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
George Holbrook

George Holbrook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Burbank, CA


“I am invested in an approach emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to helping my clients heal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe mental health care requires a multifaceted and holistic approach to treatment, addressing various aspects of an individual's life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • West Hollywood, CA


“I believe that life is most satisfying when the relationships we have with our 'Self,' with 'Others,' and with our 'Family' are healthy and balanced.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cristy Thom

Cristy Thom

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • La Cañada Flintridge, CA


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel understood and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nakisa Emrani

Nakisa Emrani

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“Within our therapeutic relationship, the exploration and insight into your feelings, thoughts and behaviors and their underlying meanings will provide clarity to you to make conscious choices towards fulfillment and a stronger sense of self.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarrad Malamed

Jarrad Malamed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Making the decision to start therapy is a profound investment of your time, energy, and vulnerability. If you are looking for a blank-slate clinician who simply nods and listens, we might not be the best fit. I offer a highly engaged, malleable, and unflinching partnership.

My approach is rooted in the belief that while the work of untangling our lives is deeply structural, the room itself doesn't always have to feel heavy. I bring a grounded warmth to my practice—which means knowing how to sit quietly in the gravity of a difficult truth, but also knowing when to break the tension, exhale, and find the light in the sheer complexity of being human. I won’t just sit in silence while you do all the heavy lifting; I am an active collaborator who adapts to exactly where you are.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Dodd

Jennifer Dodd

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach to therapy uses EMDR, Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, and somatic tools such as mindfulness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Alexander Bacher

Dr. Alexander Bacher

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Dr. Bacher is a holistic, trauma-informed psychologist with over 15 years experience working at many of the top residential treatment centers in the U.S. and Europe. He specializes in working with individuals who struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, relationship issues, and addiction. Dr. Bacher completed his undergraduate work in Psychology at Georgetown University, and his Masters and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology at Pepperdine University. His dissertation research focused on Positive Psychology--specifically meaning making--and how to cultivate positive strengths in individuals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stuart Riskin

Stuart Riskin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I bring a grounded, compassionate approach to therapy that's shaped by decades of working with individuals, couples, and families across the lifespan and across diverse life experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Seth Gold

Seth Gold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • N Hollywood, CA


“My goal is to help clients build insight, resilience, and the tools necessary to achieve their personal goals and improve overall functioning and quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennyta Sang

Jennyta Sang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My goal is not just symptom management, but helping you feel supported, understood, and confident in your path forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I'm warm, direct, and a little bit stubborn about hope. I'll listen closely and I'll tell you the truth as I see it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jonathan Mozenter

Jonathan Mozenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“Therapy affords the individual an opportunity to engage a range of life's challenges with a curious eye and in a safe and nurturing environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Emmanuel Garcia

Emmanuel Garcia

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I’m Emmanuel Garcia, a Mexican American therapist, first-generation college graduate, and founder of Radiate Hope Therapy. I specialize in supporting adults and adolescents navigating trauma, substance use, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Many of the people I work with feel weighed down by emotions or uncertain about their direction, especially during sobriety or recovery.

Growing up, I witnessed how mental health was often stigmatized and silenced, especially for men in Latino communities. I know how isolating that silence can feel. My own journey through therapy and recovery taught me that true strength isn’t in staying quiet, it’s in showing up for yourself and beginning to heal. That lived experience shapes the empathy, understanding, and care I bring to every session.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brandi Milliner

Dr. Brandi Milliner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, creating a supportive space where clients can heal, grow, and build lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yara Mawad

Yara Mawad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My approach is both compassionate and direct. I help clients slow down and understand the "why" behind their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, while also offering practical tools to create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Moina Khan

Moina Khan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Fountain Valley, CA


“I believe strongly in the therapeutic alliance, founded on mutual trust, engagement, and belief in the process of therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norman Quintero

Dr. Norman Quintero

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“He integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with humanistic principles to help clients better understand their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors while also feeling deeply heard, respected, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blaine Robert Lee

Blaine Robert Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Brea, CA


“I collaborate closely with each individual to find what works best for them—whether that means adjusting medication, exploring lifestyle factors, or connecting with other professionals through referrals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 mi away • Fresno, CA


“I believe you are the expert on your own life, and my role is to bring clinical expertise, authentic compassion, and steadfast dedication to support you as you work toward mental wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Richard Gadue

Richard Gadue

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I have had the privilege of doing this work for more than 30 years, learning along the way and stopping only to learn more.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brenna Dumerton

Brenna Dumerton

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Santa Ana, CA


“I'm committed to delivering holistic care, not only managing symptoms but also improving quality of life and overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alique Bedikian

Dr. Alique Bedikian

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • La Crescenta-Montrose, CA


“My approach blends compassion with evidence-based strategies. We'll look at practical tools for managing focus, organization, and procrastination...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Seima Diaz

Dr. Seima Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Anaheim, CA


“I combine insight with practical tools to create meaningful, measurable change in adolescents and adults.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Knarik Oganesyan

Knarik Oganesyan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Burbank, CA


“Clients can expect a focus on solutions, and work on creating achieveable actions that can help them reach their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alexander Lewin

Alexander Lewin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I have a special passion for working with artists and creative professionals as they wrestle with fears, fantasies, depressions, manias, and all the challenges not only of making art but of making a living through art.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Nate Anderson

Nate Anderson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Costa Mesa, CA


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Mitchell

Amber Mitchell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Santa Monica, CA


“I am committed to the practice of being open-minded and non-judgmental, no pressure no matter the situation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that we are all inherently kind, so I want to help people rediscover that aspect of their psyche.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Travis Buchanan

Travis Buchanan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Tustin, CA


Hi, I'm Travis Buchanan, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LAADC). I know that reaching out for help can be one of the hardest steps a person takes, and I consider it a privilege to walk alongside clients as they navigate life's challenges.

Over the years, I've worked with individuals facing a wide range of struggles, including relationship difficulties, addiction and recovery, grief and loss, anxiety, stress, and the impact of unhealthy or abusive relationships. My experience has taught me that while our challenges may shape us, they do not define us.

I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and meaningful change. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique story. Rather than offering quick fixes or one-size-fits-all solutions, I strive to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel understood, gain insight, and discover new ways of moving forward.

Drawing from Adlerian principles and other evidence-based approaches, I help clients identify patterns that may be keeping them stuck, strengthen their relationships, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, struggling with addiction, or simply seeking a greater sense of purpose and fulfillment, therapy can provide a path toward a healthier and more meaningful life.

My goal is to help you not only overcome obstacles but also build the confidence, connection, and sense of direction needed to thrive. Wherever you are in your journey, you don't have to face it alone.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Encino, CA


“I strive to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment where clients feel empowered to explore their challenges and embrace positive change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Heidi Dryer

Heidi Dryer

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • Yorba Linda, CA


“Complex trauma leaves a lasting blueprint on your mind, body, and nervous system, which is why traditional talk therapy alone often feels like it isn't enough.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sadeed Jawad

Sadeed Jawad

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • San Dimas, CA


“Dr. Jawad's approach is to get to know the person first, then work together to identify the right interventions, and finally formulate a plan to implement them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Laura Rothafel

Laura Rothafel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Tustin, CA


“My hope is that people leave with hope. Experience a sense of calm by understanding self and others with greater clarity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Reri Uku

Dr. Reri Uku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Montclair, CA


I am a board certified, doctoral prepared PMHNP. I completed my post graduate at National University in Adult, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. I earned my DNP from Azusa Pacific University and graduated from CSUSB MSN program. I have been a faculty at CSUSB since 2014. Extensively trained and a certified Trauma-Informed specialist. I diagnose and treat mental disorders including medication-assisted treatment along with counseling for chemical dependency and substance use disorders.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gerrald Angeles

Gerrald Angeles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Montclair, CA


“My approach is practical and individualized. I take time to understand your symptoms, history, treatment goals, and medication concerns before making recommendations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Madison Gavela

Madison Gavela

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Irvine, CA


“I believe therapy is not about fixing what's "broken," but about reconnecting with your inner resilience...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Miranda Vatterott

Miranda Vatterott

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I believe you are the expert in your life. You have the answers. You just may need some guidance in accessing them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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