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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in El Cajon, CA
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“My goal is to honor each individual's unique journey, empowering them to reconnect with their inner wisdom and guidance developing a more balanced, fulfilling, and joyful life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“Joe Arias is a Latinx and Queer Therapist eager to provide a judgment-free space where you can build self-compassion and feel that your voice is heard.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Using Freuds Psychodynamic psychotherapy and Becks Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for understanding why we are how we are and implementing the desired changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I love helping others navigate through difficult times and find strength during challenging moments.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My objective is to empower individuals to better understand themselves, strengthen their resilience, and create more peaceful, fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Your new energy will heal the wounds from the past that prevent you from living the best version of yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style is collaborative and empowering, tailored to each person's unique journey and designed to help develop meaningful insights and practical strategies for overcoming obstacles.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is holistic—considering the whole person rather than just a client's symptoms—while providing a safe space for healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I like to meet my clients where they are at, meaning whatever they want to work on a that moment we can.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
My name is Dr. Lentz and I have been practicing in the mental health field for over 10 years. I strive to help those acquire skills to overcome challenging situations that are tailored to a person's specific need. I am a goal oriented therapist that works diligently to achieve goals that are identified by the individual and myself. Life is full of situations that do not always have clear and definitive answers, which is a process the therapeutic approach I utilize can assist with.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe the goal of therapy is to foster an environment that is safe and non-judgmental allowing clients to feel accepted and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have a lot of energy! I love helping while providing you the support you need help managing stress anxiety/panic attacks, anger, motivation, self-esteem, improving confidence, past substance use, and/or depressive symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hi my name is Ana, I'm a dedicated mental health professional specializing in comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment, strategic treatment planning, and collaborative care. Life can feel overwhelming at times, especially when you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, or major life transitions. You may be feeling emotionally exhausted, disconnected, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or simply wanting a safe space to process what you’ve been carrying. My goal is to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change. Together, we can work toward helping you build resilience, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and reconnect with yourself.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach integrates evidence-based medical treatment with holistic practices to support optimal, individualized mental health outcomes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am impassioned about accompanying others on their journey toward mental health and wellness. I focus on meeting clients where they are and transmitting my care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am an insight oriented and mindfulness-based therapist. I offer a therapeutic relationship built on collaboration, respect, accountability, and a safe environment conducive to growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hello,
I am Dr. Jaeger and I welcome you to my practice. I look forward to sitting with you, hearing your story, and developing a plan to help you with your concerns and needs.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“You can expect to be validated and heard. Additionally, you will be receiving homework to help you in between sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I wholeheartedly believe it's my role as a therapist to assist you in realizing, cultivating, and accessing the internal and external resources that you already possess.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Welcome! Taking the step to prioritize your mental health is powerful, and I’m honored to welcome you to our practice.
I’m Nadia Seray-Wurie, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner devoted to delivering compassionate, top-tier psychiatric and medical care to individuals and families across our communities. We bring flexible, high-quality care directly to you—offering both in-person appointments and seamless telepsychiatry services. Together, we’ll build a personalized approach to your health so you can thrive.You don’t have to do this alone—we're here to walk alongside you on your journey to wellness.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work with a lot of people on the spectrum, with depression, with anxiety, with OCD— as I'm able to relate and guide from my own experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I work from the belief that healing occurs when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered, especially those navigating complex or high-acuity mental health concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“For nine years, I have treated clients with depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, sex and substance addictions, PTSD, and chronic mental health diagnoses to make lasting positive changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I work with individuals who want clarity, stability, and a plan that makes sense for their real life, not just something that works on paper.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I'm someone who genuinely listens and cares about your whole experience, not just a list of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in the power of connection and self-understanding to create meaningful change in people's lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I specialize in treating ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, and depression with a focus on individualized medication management and holistic well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe mental health care should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend, not a clinical transaction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you move out of survival mode and into a place where you feel more grounded, more clear, and more like yourself again.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a warm, supportive conversation rather than a rigid clinical interrogation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My work focuses on helping you reconnect with your inner motivation, expand your capacity for joy, and create a life that feels deeply fulfilling.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in the places where addiction, worry, and self-doubt overlap—territory where "just trying harder" usually doesn't work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I use a person-centered lens, meaning I see you as the expert of your life and view our therapeutic relationship as a key part of the healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I 'am a double board-certified Nurse Practitioner who specializes in Child, Adolescent, and Adult Psychiatry and Primary Care...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“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
“In your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, low-pressure environment focused on introductory questions and building rapport.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is direct, calm, and collaborative. I prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships while helping clients address challenges in meaning, practical, and compassionate ways.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is built on the unwavering belief that you already possess the innate strength and resilience needed to heal; my role is simply to provide the warm, open-minded partnership that empowers you to tap into it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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