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

Addiction support in Lancaster, California connects you with 2,717 licensed providers experienced in recovery, relapse prevention, and evidence-based modalities like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. Access talk therapy and medication management virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage.

Rene Erazo

Rene Erazo

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe healing is not a destination but a journey—one that you don’t have to walk alone. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, identity exploration, or old wounds that still feel present, I offer a space where all parts of you are welcomed. You bring your lived experience; I bring compassion, perspective, and steady support.

My approach is collaborative, rooted in curiosity, emotional safety, and the belief that you already hold the wisdom needed to heal. Therapy is not about “fixing” you—it’s about helping you build a deeper, more trusting relationship with yourself so you can show up more fully in your life. If you’re ready to start that journey, I’m here to walk with you.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenzie Theis

Mackenzie Theis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive space where all clients feel heard and respected, with a strong focus on supporting minority populations.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexander Sanchez

Alexander Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness to help you identify unhelpful thought patterns while building greater awareness and self-compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kjersti Schmitz

Kjersti Schmitz

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


“My aim is to provide a supportive space where you can carefully face your fears and move through your pain as you reclaim what feels lost and discover meaning and renewed hope in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Suzanne Adams

Dr. Suzanne Adams

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“By nature, I am a grounded, thoughtful, warm, and humorous person, who will approach our work together with genuine curiosity, openness, kindness, and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellen Case

Ellen Case

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm genuinely interested in what's happening beneath the surface of your life — not just the symptoms, but the patterns, the history, the stories you've been telling yourself for a long time.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dennis Cassan

Dennis Cassan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach centers on listening and providing an opportunity for you to express your concerns in a safe atmosphere where you can receive care and concern...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Gill

Kimberly Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My own experience with mental health challenges starting in adolescence is a big part of why I do this work — I know firsthand what it feels like to move through your days feeling hopeless, defeated, or caught off guard by panic that seems to come...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Energetic, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jerry Mermis

Jerry Mermis

Therapist

Virtual • Hollister, CA


“I believe that genuine emotional growth flourishes when we balance rigorous, evidence-based practices with a deeply authentic human connection.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Desha Jackson

Desha Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I believe that every individual is the expert of their own lived experience, and I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kamika Mason

Kamika Mason

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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 8 insurance carriers
Yajaira Alvarez

Yajaira Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a welcoming space where you can be yourself, openly share your experiences, and build the confidence needed to make meaningful changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenneth Francis

Kenneth Francis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Life is a constant state of transition. By using evidence based Cognitive Behavioral Therapies, I help clients gain understanding and insight into present life struggles, past influences, and future direction.”
Substance use / addiction, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues, PTSD
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeffrey Maloney

Jeffrey Maloney

Psychologist

Virtual • California


I have been a psychologist for 44 years and worn many hats: schools, private practice, clinics and agencies. Experience counts for a lot! I am dedicated to my patients reducing their suffering.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erica Kholodovsky

Erica Kholodovsky

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I blend evidence-based therapies and practical CBT coping strategies with a whole-person mindset to help you find stability, balance, growth, and lasting peace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Heather Rogers

Heather Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • California


I can understand first-hand how difficult it can be to reach out for help for the first time. I believe in the importance of "practicing what you preach" and I have been the client in the room who needs extra support. I invite you to give yourself a chance, try something new, and gain a healthy perspective on how to address complicated moments in your life.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Weise

Jennifer Weise

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach is person-centered, which means that I strive to provide empathy, congruence, and unconditional positive regard consistently throughout the course of treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Shelby Solomon

Dr. Shelby Solomon

Psychologist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Dr. Solomon recognizes therapy is an uplifting, supportive, and sometimes challenging experience, and believes establishing trust, safety, and open communication is essential to the process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Carmen Cuevas

Dr. Carmen Cuevas

Therapist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“My goal is to provide a supportive, culturally responsive space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to build on their strengths and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hugh Allan

Hugh Allan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Hugh began his professional career as a trader in the finance industry where he spent 25 years working in high pressure environments that demanded performance, resilience, and constant adaption.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Lisa Lee

Lisa Lee

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a comprehensive, integrative approach to healing CBT, DBT and Mindful practices which is a process of healing that promotes emotional stability...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jeff Eamer

Jeff Eamer

Therapist

Virtual • California


Why therapy, and why now? Whether it’s healing from past wounds, relieving anxiety or depression, restoring broken trust, overcoming fear, or building a healthier relationship with yourself and those in your life—whatever your goal is, you don't have to go it alone.

Think of me as your therapeutic Sherpa. Working side-by-side, we will navigate the your world together, taking it one step at a time to reach your goals.

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I provide Zoom and in-person sessions.

For those who live nearby our time is spent on the deck of my vintage Airstream trailer immersed in nature surrounded by desert blooms, cacti, palm trees, dog, horse and goats!

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashley Gerken

Dr. Ashley Gerken

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, direct, and insight-oriented, balancing deep emotional work with practical tools for change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Simone Zeschuk

Simone Zeschuk

Therapist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I believe that true healing begins with genuine acceptance. In our sessions, we will look beyond surface-level symptoms...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gwendolyn Bleu

Gwendolyn Bleu

Therapist

Virtual • California


“We will review your expectations of treatment, what you are currently experiencing, and how it can be addressed in therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Q Vafai

Q Vafai

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe everyone has a purpose in their life but some people need a little light to help them see what it is.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 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
Catherine Udave Ramirez

Catherine Udave Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you notice patterns, challenge unhelpful thoughts, and build tools that support real change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kate Salami

Kate Salami

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I provide an inclusive, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space that welcomes people of all genders, sexual orientations, and religious backgrounds.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jena Montenegro

Jena Montenegro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma expert with experience in a wide variety of populations including LGBTQ, African-American, Latino, Indigenous, and Asian peoples.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew LaCapria

Matthew LaCapria

Therapist

Virtual • California


Matthew LaCapria has been working face to face in clinical settings with families, couples, and individuals in the mental health field since 1998.

In that time, Matt has been employed by multiple county contract agiencies, Orange County Health Care Agency, Sober Living by the Sea, and College Hospital Costa Mesa. Working with abused children and some of the the toughest populations, Matthew has gone from a Direct Care Staff, to a Program Supervisor, Therapeutic Behavioral Coach to a Program Therapist, in multiple therapeutic settings, and is now a Private Practioner for self owned Interactive Talk Therapy.

Matthew has earned a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Cal State Fullerton, and a Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Vanguard University graduated in 2010. During this time, Matthew has mastered the ability to provide the guidance, compassion, and empathy necessary to assist with relieving the mental and emotional pain and discomfort of those experiencing or suffering from Depression, Anxiety, and traumatic incidents.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Antonio Quezada Lopez

Antonio Quezada Lopez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Redlands, CA


“I use an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, and Internal Family Systems (IFS)...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christy Zeegen

Christy Zeegen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“She firmly believes in the intertwined relationship between holistic health and achieving balance in one's life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dayna Conner

Dayna Conner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Porterville, CA


Whatever you are struggling with, you don't have to work through it on your own. The answers are within reach and therapy can provide a meaningful way to heal and connect.

I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing online telehealth and outdoor therapy, including Walk and Talk therapy. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Specialist and a certified Advanced Grief Counseling Specialist.

I support adults and adolescents navigating:

• Complex, single-incident, and developmental trauma

• Anxiety, depression, stress management, and work-life balance

• Grief, loss, and life transitions

• Domestic violence and women’s issues

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Garcia

Angela Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is Angela and I have over a decade of experience in working with families and individuals in a therapeutic setting. I am fluent in Spanish and have a diverse background. I take a client-centered, humanistic approach to treatment. I am fluent in CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and have a specialty in family dynamics.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Anna Hadilaksono

Anna Hadilaksono

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I use evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness-based techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joanne Talbot

Joanne Talbot

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Joanne Talbot, LMFT, and I work with adults experiencing trauma, anxiety, relationship difficulties, emotional overwhelm, life transitions, and patterns that may be keeping them from feeling like themselves.

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially when you’ve been carrying something difficult for a long time. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, understood, and never judged. I believe meaningful therapy begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and genuine connection.

You don’t have to have everything figured out before you begin. We can start exactly where you are and work together from there.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lori Buelna

Lori Buelna

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a compassionate and safe place to review what matters most in order to promote your strength in healing with optimism.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Crystal Hopkins

Dr. Crystal Hopkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My goal for every client is to improve their mood and overall health by providing compassionate mental and medical health care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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Dr. Odiri Akushe Dnppm

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Client can expect a nonjudgmental, positive energized, Holistic, individualized treatments that is base on evidence practice.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Lancaster, CA

Number of therapists serving Lancaster, CA
There are over 2,804 therapists in Lancaster, CA accepting new patients.
2,804+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 89%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 83%Cigna
  • 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 78%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Tagalog
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 30%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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