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

Headway connects you with 2,721 licensed providers in Irvine who specialize in addiction recovery using evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and our network helps you find a provider experienced in alcohol, substance, or behavioral addiction support tailored to your recovery journey.

Kehinde Adedayo

Kehinde Adedayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower you with the tools and strategies needed to enhance your emotional well-being and lead a fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Walton

Sarah Walton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I strive to provide a warm, safe, and non-judgmental environment for my clients. I am passionate about helping clients find support and tools to navigate life's challenges, release emotional burdens, and reconnect with their own strengths and values. My goal is to provide a space where you feel heard, understood, respected, and empowered to move forward through life's challenges.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Dr. Darlington Igbokwe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“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 11 insurance carriers
Ellah Baklash Culata

Ellah Baklash Culata

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My practice focuses on providing trauma-informed, individualized attention to diverse populations, with a specialization in perinatal maternal mental health, bipolar spectrum and neurodivergent-affirming care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Megan Ward

Megan Ward

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship stress, or family boundaries? I support adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, postpartum concerns, trauma, PTSD, grief, substance use, and relationship challenges. I especially support daughters of narcissistic mothers and people navigating estrangement or no contact. I welcome all races, genders, identities, LGBTQIA+ clients, and neurodivergent adults, including those with ADHD or ADD. As a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I offer warmth, empathy, and respect for how identity and life shapes what you carry.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Fidelis Nwaki

Fidelis Nwaki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


For the past year, I've worked with adults facing serious mental health challenges at one of Los Angeles's largest public health systems, and what I've learned is that lasting change comes from relationships built on trust. Now I'm bringing that experience into private practice, where I can focus on what matters most: your individual progress. I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, and PTSD, and I offer flexible evening and weekend availability via telehealth throughout California. As a PMHNP, I'm here to support your whole mental health journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alexandra Pullen

Alexandra Pullen

Therapist

Virtual • California


My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, understood, and supported. I believe mental wellness is an essential part of overall health, and that healing begins by moving from survival to thriving through nervous system regulation, processing past experiences, and strengthening the mind-body connection. Meaningful change and healing happens within a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, authenticity, and collaboration. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, addiction, performance anxiety, work-related stress... or simply feeling overwhelmed by life's demands, we'll work together to build insight, process difficult experiences when appropriate, develop practical coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hilary Malloy

Hilary Malloy

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


I have a Masters Degree in Clinical Social Work, and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), working in private practice as a Psychotherapist. I live in Los Angeles, and work in-person or hybrid, with adults, teens, couples and the aging population. I specialize in anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, work stress/dissatisfaction, career goals, sleep disorders, substance use, trauma (ptsd/complex/acute), obsessive compulsive disorders (OCD/OCPD), attention deficit disorders (ADD/ADHD). In addition I deal with grief, isolation, and breaking creative blocks.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tina Chen

Tina Chen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Santa Ana, CA


Hi, I’m Tina Chen, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping clients feel their best. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, and ADHD, and I combine medication management with practical tools from CBT and positive psychology. With advanced training from California Baptist University and National University, I focus on creating a supportive, collaborative space where you can build confidence, resilience, and balance in your everyday life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Luis Navarro

Luis Navarro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when it feels collaborative, practical, and connected to what is actually happening in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Steven Nelson

Steven Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that meaningful change is possible through a compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based therapeutic approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Avis Hershfield

Avis Hershfield

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am down-to-earth, empathic, and I especially enjoy bringing my education, persona, and life/career experiences to the patients I serve.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Diana Ukpong

Dr. Diana Ukpong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My mission is to provide a holistic and personalized approach to mental health care, ensuring that every client has a unique and meaningful experience...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christina Stelly

Christina Stelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“Everyone deserves to be recognized as a whole person, never reduced to a label or a diagnosis... I provide thorough, evidence-based treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jasmine Maniti

Jasmine Maniti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“What sets my practice apart is my foundation in emergency nursing. ...I understand that mental health concerns don't always follow a predictable path, and I'm equipped to support you through both stable periods and challenging times.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jennifer Eastman

Jennifer Eastman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than ten years of clinical experience, and what I offer is a blend of scientific rigor and genuine, down-to-earth compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amanda Long

Amanda Long

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I’m Amanda, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, and I welcome children, teens, and adults. I offer specialized expertise in complex mental health conditions along with an unwavering belief in your ability to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Valentina Franklin

Valentina Franklin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Your first session is a collaborative conversation and foundation for our work together... a supportive, judgment-free space designed for understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Candice Jeffers

Candice Jeffers

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“True healing comes from a relationship grounded in trust, safety, and compassion. ... Here, you deserve to be truly heard.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Esther Kang

Esther Kang

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in guiding individuals towards their authentic selves and empowering them to live fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Micaela Pericone-Kapp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I'm here to listen deeply, think critically about what's happening for you specifically, and create treatment plans that actually work in your real life—not just in theory.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“I create a safe, non-judgmental environment where you can openly discuss your concerns and actively shape your treatment plan. I also provide ESA letters when clinically appropriate.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
David Khalatyan

David Khalatyan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients can expect to leave their sessions with a clearer understanding of the issues that were talked about and a plan of action on how to tackle current issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Travis Brown

Travis Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on a strong therapeutic relationship — a space where you feel heard, respected, and involved in every decision about your treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Irvine, CA


“My expertise includes OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, depression, anxiety, panic disorders, mood disorders, and bipolar conditions. I also specialize in the mental health of pregnant and postpartum women, supporting you through the...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dana Markee

Dana Markee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as grounded, gentle, and authentic. I bring warmth, honesty, and transparency into our work, striking a balance between encouragement and gentle challenge.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Griffith

Jennifer Griffith

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Beach, CA


“My approach is warm, direct, collaborative, creative, and appropriately funny. You won't need to mask, perform, or spend half the session convincing me that your experience is real.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Onyinyechukwu Amobi

Onyinyechukwu Amobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal is to understand the person behind the diagnosis, recognize their strengths, and create a treatment plan that supports meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sherry Gibbons

Sherry Gibbons

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe report is half the battle. As we establish a repport, I remain openminded and supportive yet I will challenge your thinking and ask hard questions as needed.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dave Pilla, PhD

Dave Pilla, PhD

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative and flexible approach to therapy, tailoring my support to my client's individual needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Taylor Alderson

Taylor Alderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create an empathic space for self-reflection and acceptance resulting in transformed relationship to self and others.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
John Betancourt

John Betancourt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm compassionate and honest, and along with your desire for change, i can reflect a mirror at you from a different perspective to adjust your trajectory.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Courtney Watkins Culler

Courtney Watkins Culler

Therapist

Virtual • Roseville, CA


“I bring both lived experience and master's-level training, with specialized focus on trauma, anxiety, and depression.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bailey Lechner-luke

Bailey Lechner-luke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable showing up as you are, while gently helping you look at patterns that may be keeping you stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tina Madelyn

Tina Madelyn

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I see you through a lens of mind + body + Spirit. Therapy is a co-creation and together we discover the answers.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Currie Bailey

Currie Bailey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Paso Robles, CA


“With over 15 years of experience in child welfare, substance use treatment, and working with incarcerated populations, I understand how deeply life circumstances, systems, and relationships shape a person's emotional world.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Shannon Powell

Shannon Powell

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing trauma-informed, holistic care for individuals seeking meaningful change.

I view therapy as a bridge — helping you move from the past to your desired future.

Using evidence-based approaches, I help you uncover and release patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that no longer serve you. Instead of changing these patterns through force, we clear away the distortions to reveal the clarity underneath.

My goal is to walk alongside you on this leg of your healing journey, as you align your mind, body, spirit and actions.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diana Garcia

Diana Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years of social work experience and 5 years of experience as a psychotherapist. My experience ranges from treating children ages 5 and older to treating geriatric individuals aged 70+. I am a bilingual, Latina therapist and I conduct therapy in both English and Spanish. I have worked in a variety of settings including community mental health and private practice treating a range of mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, PTSD, co-occurring disorders, and more. Much of my work has been focused on working with the Latino community in Southern California as well as disadvantaged communities of color.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Monee Brown

Monee Brown

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients often describe me as compassionate, honest, and empowering. That's exactly what I'm going for.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Hanson

Lauren Hanson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using evidence-based tools like Narrative and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, along with creative Art Therapy interventions, I help you disrupt old thought patterns and reclaim your narrative.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Irvine, CA
There are over 32 therapists in Irvine, CA accepting new patients.
32+
Average years in practice
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12 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 97%Anxiety
  • 91%Relationship issues
  • 91%Depression
  • 84%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 81%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Cigna
  • 53%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 19%Spanish
  • 9%Farsi
  • 3%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 97%In-person or online
  • 3%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 66%Woman
  • 34%Man
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 22%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 19%Clinical Psychologist
  • 16%Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 44%Family therapy
  • 34%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

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