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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Los Angeles, CA

Los Angeles residents seeking addiction support can work with Headway's network of compassionate providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART recovery, and acceptance-based therapies. Whether you're managing alcohol, drugs, or behavioral addictions, find a provider who understands your journey toward sobriety and sustained recovery.

Megan Hanson

Megan Hanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I don't believe in the "bad seed". I think all people can thrive when the systems around them are thriving.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Gleason

Brian Gleason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


I bring 20 years of experience in many areas of therapy including LGBT specializations, drug/alcohol issues specialization, and a client centered approach

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dominic Valdes

Dominic Valdes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I specialize in working with members of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly gay men, and offer a space that is culturally attuned and grounded in understanding the nuances of identity, intimacy, and relational dynamics.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Eric Pierce

Eric Pierce

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.7 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


Hi I'm Eric. My clients describe me as easy to talk to, open, and compassionate. I see my role as unlocking the healer within you, developing a plan for change, and transforming new insights into lasting growth.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vanessa Glatt

Vanessa Glatt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that everyone has the potential for growth and change, and that therapy can help unlock that potential.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Linda Campo

Linda Campo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • Glendale, CA


“Linda's commitment is to collaborative partnership with clients to achieve their chosen goals and to improve their quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Galloway

Megan Galloway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.1 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is warm, holistic, and trauma-informed, recognizing that our past experiences, relationships, and nervous system all play a role in how we feel today.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Oliver Drakeford

Oliver Drakeford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.2 mi away • West Hollywood, CA


“I'm a trained psychodynamic therapist and love to work with adult clients to help improve insight and self-awareness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nazare Magaz

Dr. Nazare Magaz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.3 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“My approach is collaborative, warm and creative, whereby we work together to understand you better and at a deeper level.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Natasha Davani

Natasha Davani

Therapist

In-person • 7.2 mi away • West Hollywood, CA


Hi there, I’m Natasha. I offer creative, attachment-informed, and neurodivergent-friendly therapy for children, teens, and young adults navigating life transitions, identity exploration, burnout, and relationship challenges.

I have extensive experience working in both residential and outpatient settings. My approach blends curiosity, warmth, and creativity, helping clients feel deeply seen while building tools to move toward meaningful change.

I especially enjoy supporting highly sensitive and creative individuals, neurodivergent clients, and those recovering from high-conflict work or relational environments. Together, we'll explore your story, nurture your strengths, and create space for healing and growth.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
David Trejo

David Trejo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.6 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teru Kanazawa

Teru Kanazawa

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.6 mi away • South Pasadena, CA


“I work as a collaborator with you in an honest, truthful and transparent process to achieving the best you can be.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Andreone

David Andreone

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.5 mi away • Culver City, CA


“I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, depression, burnout, creative blocks, relationship challenges, performance pressure, and major life or career transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ofelia Oundjian

Ofelia Oundjian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.2 mi away • Glendale, CA


“My goal as a clinician is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly seen, heard and valued for who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Claudia Shields

Dr. Claudia Shields

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 8.7 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“Together we will create a safe and warm healing relationship, where you feel heard, seen, and deeply known, so that you can heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Knarik Oganesyan

Knarik Oganesyan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9 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
Luis Vallejo

Luis Vallejo

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Beverly Hills, CA


“I navigate the expanding and evolving field of psychiatry and it's intersection with psychodynamic theory.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. John W. Carter

Dr. John W. Carter

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.2 mi away • Pasadena, CA


I am a recently licensed counseling psychologist with extensive training and experience in psychotherapy, assessment, and psychology research. I have provided individual, couples, and group therapy at the Los Angeles Gay & Lesbian Center (now LGBT Center), the Los Angeles VA, the Boston VA, and Enki Health Services. I have enjoyed training and supervising student therapists at the University of West Georgia and the University of Redlands. I also teach psychology at UCLA Extension. In general, I am curious about the the human mind and I am dedicated to help others who are struggling.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Seth Gold

Seth Gold

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.6 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
Joshua Ong

Joshua Ong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 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
Dr. Alexander Bacher

Dr. Alexander Bacher

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 12 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 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Dr. Bahar Payandeh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 7.7 mi away • Pasadena, CA


“I take an inquisitive approach to therapy where we explore patterns and challenges while also encouraging my patients to take meaningful steps towards the goals they set for themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yobiel Kelati

Yobiel Kelati

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Los Angeles, CA


“My style is collaborative and goal-oriented: we'll combine your lived experience with evidence-based tools to build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward a more grounded, joyful, and fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Samuel Godwin

Samuel Godwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • El Segundo, CA


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adults navigating a wide range of mental health concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Alique Bedikian

Dr. Alique Bedikian

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • La Crescenta-Montrose, CA


“My work is both practical and depth-oriented. We'll look beyond the immediate problem to understand the patterns underneath it...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Hannah Bernstein

Hannah Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 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
Yara Mawad

Yara Mawad

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 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 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Mozenter

Jonathan Mozenter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 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
George Holbrook

George Holbrook

Therapist

In-person • 8.4 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 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Virginia Green

Dr. Virginia Green

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lawndale, CA


“Your first session will be an opportunity to share what is keeping you up at night with a kind, irreverent, loving and generous human.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Amaka Anyaoha

Amaka Anyaoha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Gardena, CA


“My style is warm, respectful, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on building trust and creating a safe space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to participate actively in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Dr. Artyom Khachikyan

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Racheal Ennis

Racheal Ennis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Manhattan Beach, CA


“I believe a healthy therapeutic experience can foster a genuine, honest and authentic relationship that can help us become aware of ourselves in the world, heal from our past, cope with our present, and foster a healthy future.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Matt Lehman

Matt Lehman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lakewood, CA


“I help you understand your feelings and develop practical tools to manage stress and emotional challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Almog Shanun

Almog Shanun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Monrovia, CA


  • I believe therapy is one of the greatest gifts that we can give to ourselves. It is an opportunity to explore and learn about the mysteries of our inner self. When I am working with a client both of us discover a vast new world that waits to unfold. I studied at Pacifica Graduate Institute, a graduate school dedicated to discovering the inner contents of the self and the secrets of the archetypes of our humanity. I believe in working with my clients face to face, together, by sharing a journey in order to learn about the hardships of today while gaining knowledge about past and present experiences. I believe in and encourage my client’s strength and ability to solve their own problems and become the healers of their own wounds. I work as a guide and as a fellow traveler in your journey toward self discovery. With every step we take toward discovery, I work hand in hand with my clients, letting them lead in finding the sources of their suffering and their capability to heal them. Treatment Modalities: Person Centered Therapy, Post Jungian, Family Systems, Trauma Theory, Sex Therapy, and working within the Feminine Principle. I work with LGBTQ community and with all kind of diversity. At Eye Of The Storm counseling I specialize with Adolescents, Adults, Relationships, Individuation, Immigration, Life Changes, Depression, Anxiety, Trauma, Sexual Issues, Personal Growth and Development, Life Style issues, and Court referrals.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Shaoqing(Cindy) Tang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 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 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Perez

Richard Perez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Long Beach, CA


Richard Perez is a Board Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. For over 15 years, he has dedicated his career to serving the healthcare needs of Long Beach and Los Angeles County. Richard wants to continue improving the lives of each patient by providing professional, compassionate, and person-centered care.

Richard has spent the last two years providing mental health care to underserved populations. This experience has significantly sharpened his clinical skills, which he now aims to bring to the general patient population.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Alba

Patricia Alba

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Panorama City, CA


“I specialize in treating complex trauma, grief, personality and mood disorders in all ages, from toddlers to elders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Newman

Lisa Newman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Hermosa Beach, CA


When working with clients, I strive to make the therapy experience respectful and genuine. Everyone's journey to personal resilience is unique and there is no one size fits all solution. My approach is flexible and client centered. I often explore childhood attachment issues which can assist the client in achieving sustained emotional growth.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Los Angeles, CA
There are over 51 therapists in Los Angeles, CA accepting new patients.
51+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 90%PTSD
  • 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 78%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 73%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 59%Cigna
  • 49%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 8%Armenian
  • 4%Russian
  • 2%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 53%Woman
  • 43%Man
  • 4%Non-binary
License types
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  • 47%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Nurse Practitioner
  • 12%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 41%Family therapy
  • 33%Couples therapy
  • 22%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

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Find the right addiction counselor for you

Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Los Angeles

Finding addiction therapists in Los Angeles starts with identifying the kind of support that fits your needs. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, prescription substance concerns, gambling, and other behavioral patterns. As you compare therapists, look for experience with approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-assisted treatment when a prescriber is part of your care team. A therapist’s listed specialties can help you see whether their background matches what you want to work on.

Los Angeles has a large mental health care market, and the number of options can make it harder to narrow your search. Location may matter if you want in-person sessions near your neighborhood, workplace, or transit route, while virtual appointments can widen your options across LA. It can also help to compare scheduling flexibility, whether a therapist offers a free phone consultation, and how they describe their approach to recovery. Reading bios closely can show whether a therapist uses a nonjudgmental, harm reduction-informed approach and has experience supporting people through changes over time.

Addiction therapy in Los Angeles can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway helps you find therapists who may accept a range of insurance plans, are accepting new patients, and offer profile details, availability, and estimated costs upfront, so you can browse therapists, review bios, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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