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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Laguna Niguel, CA

Addiction support in Laguna Niguel connects you with 2,623 licensed providers trained in evidence-based approaches like Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and harm reduction strategies. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and flexible scheduling to support your recovery journey.

Steven East

Steven East

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have spent more than 20 years working with adults and seniors navigating mental health challenges, substance use, and the complicated ways the two can feed each other.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Dr. Brandon Brawner

Dr. Brandon Brawner

Psychologist

Virtual • Oakland, CA


“Attentive listening, open dialogue, compassionate inquiry and a strong sense of adventure are my therapeutic guidelines.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ifunanya Ifeacho

Ifunanya Ifeacho

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health — because I believe that true healing requires treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christiana Grotlisch

Christiana Grotlisch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm direct, warm, and a little spunky. I'll challenge you when it's useful, but you won't find judgment in our sessions, just a space to be met where you are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diane Anderson

Diane Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have been in private practice for the past 18 years. I see myself as a CBT therapist with other emphasis in Psychodynamic clinician.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jennifer Buer

Jennifer Buer

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a caring and compassionate person who genuinely wants to help others. I

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Ogude

Patricia Ogude

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is open-minded, empowering, and solution-oriented, with a focus on helping clients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 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
Emeka Anosike

Emeka Anosike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I listen first. Because I am dual-certified in both family medicine and psychiatry, I don't just look at your symptoms—I look at your whole life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lizbeth Benavides

Lizbeth Benavides

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience, regardless of where they are in their journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Denise Smith

Denise Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Corning, CA


“I take a warm, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach, creating a safe space where my clients feel heard and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Tammy Moijueh

Dr. Tammy Moijueh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Great to meet you! I am Tammy D. Moijueh, Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am pleased to serve with the best of my expertise and commitment to your well-being, offering training in outpatient psychiatry, ambulatory care, and telemedicine. My goal is to make communications easy, insightful, and encouraging. My Doctorate in Nursing Practice from Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, combined with over 10 years of experience in the field, enhances behavioral health training and promotes the most positive treatment outcomes.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nimish Chakarwarti

Nimish Chakarwarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide medication management alongside supportive therapy-informed care. My approach is comprehensive and collaborative...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Margarita Bracamontes

Margarita Bracamontes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance, observations, and feedback to support your growth and well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawn McClellan

Shawn McClellan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative, and I focus on helping you build skills you can use in real life, not just insight you can talk about.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Wells

Katelyn Wells

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring warmth, humor, and honesty into the room, because healing happens best when you feel like a real human being, not a diagnosis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Savannah Alvarez

Savannah Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Everyone comes to therapy with both obstacles and hopes for what they want next. You already have some tools, and you've gotten this far with them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Mander

Christina Mander

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm trained in multiple modalities including Psychodynamic, Attachment Theories, Mindfulness, Humanistic, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adriana Tapia Cuevas

Adriana Tapia Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, supportive, and client-centered, focusing on creating a safe and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lawrence Lawler

Lawrence Lawler

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in cognitive therapy, particularly cognitive-behavioral approaches for depression and anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rashea Murphy

Rashea Murphy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I bring two decades of clinical experience into every session, and I believe that depth shows up in how I listen...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leslie Agnew-Watson

Leslie Agnew-Watson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, collaborative, and culturally responsive—I honor the identities, histories, and values that shape who you are...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Rashida Khan

Rashida Khan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive with kindness, compassion, and respect, and look forward to collaborating on treatment together to achieve motivation and progress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Future Ogbebor

Future Ogbebor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Long Beach, CA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a DNP (Doctor of Nursing Practice) degree from the University of Massachusetts Global. I have experience working with adolescents and adults in multiple settings facing various complex mental health issues, including OCD, depression, anxiety, ADHD and mood disorders.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I bring over 30 years of healthcare experience, including more than 25 years in the emergency department, where I've worked with individuals in high-stress and crisis situations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Daniel Egharevba

Daniel Egharevba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and strengths so we can build a treatment plan that supports long‐term stability and meaningful progress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 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
Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Aaron Ruiz Zuniga

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have extensive history working with individuals experiencing psychotic symptoms and crisis situations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vien Nguyen

Vien Nguyen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Vien takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, considering each client's mental, physical, and social well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matthew Lambiris

Matthew Lambiris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe meaningful change is possible when people have a space where they feel supported, understood, and free from judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cecelia Lipscomb-Hammond

Cecelia Lipscomb-Hammond

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, supported, and actively involved in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Claire Vines

Dr. Claire Vines

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach every client as a whole person — not just a diagnosis — and I bring warmth, curiosity, and genuine care to each session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Consuelo Gomez

Consuelo Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • California


Sometimes the hardest part is not what happened. It is finding someone you can finally say it to. I offer therapy in both English and Spanish, and I work with people across all stages of life, from children and teenagers to adults and seniors. I specialize in supporting people navigating trauma, domestic violence, anxiety, depression, and the unique challenges that come with new and expecting parenthood. Wherever you are in your story, you do not have to carry it alone.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marco Zacarias

Marco Zacarias

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I am Marco, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience supporting clients from all backgrounds. My areas of focus include men's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and psychotic disorders. I believe the most effective therapy is rooted in authenticity and mutual respect. My approach is collaborative and direct; I provide a safe, honest space to explore your challenges, focusing on practical truths rather than avoidance.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Tracy Griffith

Dr. Tracy Griffith

Therapist

Virtual • California


Seeking help can be the first step to acquire greater understanding and insight into our lives and relationships.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Shabree Inuwa

Shabree Inuwa

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe in creating a safe space by collaboratively working through the therapeutic journey together is essential in healing trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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