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

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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
Asher Lutz

Asher Lutz

Therapist

Virtual • Temecula, CA


“I provide trauma‐informed, strengths‐based care that blends evidence‐based therapies with compassionate, culturally responsive practice.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Laila Yousefian

Laila Yousefian

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Escondido, CA


I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who provides compassionate, evidence-based care for adults. My approach is clinical, trauma-informed, and whole-person; I look beyond symptoms alone and consider the many parts of life that shape mental health. I believe care should feel collaborative, supportive, and not overwhelming. My goal is to help you feel understood while creating a treatment plan that fits your life, values, and goals. Whether you are seeking medication management, in-office IV or IM ketamine treatment, or support through a difficult season, I want you to feel safe, respected, and empowered.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carson Jaffrey

Carson Jaffrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


“Grief, desperation, and self-inflicted suffering brought me to the point of reaching out for help many years ago and soon the seas began to calm.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kelli Bouscher

Kelli Bouscher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I genuinely enjoy people — their stories, their resilience, and the ways they grow when given the space to be fully seen.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 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
Jazmin Cohen

Jazmin Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic style is working collaboratively with you and empowering you to change your unwanted feelings and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Naumes

Pamela Naumes

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am known for a no-nonsense, to-the-heart-of-the-matter approach. This simply means I tend to be direct and have a long-practiced ability to get to the heart of a problem quickly.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Halima Lawal

Halima Lawal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


I’m here to make this journey feel gentle, welcoming, and human. I keep things clear and simple so you can focus on what matters, not the overwhelm. My style is warm, encouraging, and a little poetic—because softness helps us breathe. Let’s take this step together, one calm moment at a time.

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

Juan Zapatel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My role is to support you in a safe, non‐judgmental space where we can explore what you're going through and work toward the changes you want.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Saby Kirpal

Saby Kirpal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I'm Saby Kirpal, a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing comprehensive mental health care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Santos

Nicole Santos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I have over 15+ years experience as a nurse working in various departments, working hands on with patients, as well as leadership and management roles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chika Agulanna

Chika Agulanna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Fresno, CA


“Chika's treatment approach is rooted in evidence based practice utilizing medication and psychotherapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Adriana Hampton

Adriana Hampton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Simple conversations guiding them towards insights so they can feel empowered to make necessary changes...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Frederick Koehler

Dr. Frederick Koehler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“I try to bring a calm, practical, and down-to-earth style to care so clients feel comfortable talking openly about what they're going through.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melody Ma

Melody Ma

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Reaching out for support can be a difficult first step, yet it can also be the beginning of a transformative journey toward greater self-understanding and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jeff Marquez

Jeff Marquez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Valencia, CA


“My approach is collaborative, respectful, and patient-centered. I take time to listen and understand each client's concerns, experiences, goals, and preferences...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeff J Garcia

Jeff J Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a supportive, nonjudgmental space in both English and Spanish where you can feel truly heard and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Alec Bustos

Alec Bustos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with children, teens, adults, and families, especially those navigating trauma, emotional dysregulation, neurodivergence, adoption/foster care, and identity exploration.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jamie Littleton

Jamie Littleton

Therapist

Virtual • California


I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can finally exhale. I strive to create an environment that is supportive, honest, and free of judgment; a place where you feel truly seen and emotionally safe. My approach is collaborative and practical. I don’t just help you understand why you feel the way you do; I help you build real tools to navigate it.


I earned my degree from Cal State Fullerton and have extensive experience working in addiction treatment, eating disorder recovery, and women’s issues. Supporting women is especially meaningful to me. I am deeply passionate about helping women navigate challenges related to self-worth, body image, relationships, boundaries, life transitions, and identity. I understand how trauma, societal expectations, and relational dynamics can shape how women see themselves, and I approach this work with both compassion and clarity.


Together, we focus on strengthening mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and communication skills in ways that feel realistic and sustainable. I blend insight-oriented exploration with concrete strategies, because meaningful change happens when insight meets action. My goal is to help you better understand your patterns, feel more confident managing your emotions, and move forward with greater clarity, self-trust, and resilience.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Jake Ferrante

Jake Ferrante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy isn't about giving you the answers—it's about guiding you to find them within yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Shannon

Holly Shannon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I bring humility and cultural awareness to every visit, and my trauma-informed care helps you feel safe, respected, and in control of your treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Hoang Nguyen

Hoang Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want to build a safe and trusting environment where client can freely express his/her thoughts without being judged...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Megan Williamson

Megan Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi,

I’m Megan , an LMFT , licensed in California. I am an easy going , kind and compassionate psychotherapist who provides a safe and non-judgmental space for clients to process life’s challenges and grow in self awareness . I empower clients to find their peace and restore balance.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kari Flockoi

Kari Flockoi

Therapist

Virtual • California


I provide a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and begin to understand what may be holding you back. My approach focuses on helping you recognize patterns, build insight, and create meaningful change. I work with individuals and couples and strive to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and not alone in what you are going through

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
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
Dzevad Hujdurovic

Dzevad Hujdurovic

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach revolves from CBT and Accept and Commitment Therapy. In addition, I seek to build off of client's strengths and tailor treatment towards client's unique needs and circumstances.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kimberly Fouche

Kimberly Fouche

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I trust that the way to healing is through compassion, empathy, caring, and having a non-judgmental space to tell your story.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marsha Calhoun

Marsha Calhoun

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I create a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are and explore what you want to change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chinwe Asidanya

Chinwe Asidanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Sacramento, CA


“My goal is to make your experience feel comfortable, collaborative, and genuinely supportive from the very beginning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
James Milner

James Milner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Using a client-centered, cognitive behavioral approach, I work collaboratively with you to better understand patterns, build practical coping tools, and create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Juliana Malaveci

Juliana Malaveci

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a firm believer in human resilience and an individual's ability to thrive, persevere, and navigate life's deepest challenges, especially when offered a non-judgmental, caring, empathic environment, which is what I aim to offer to all of my...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Bita Rivas

Dr. Bita Rivas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that growth comes from acknowledging our vulnerabilities, strengths, and relationships with honesty in a safe space...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Shiva Banafti

Shiva Banafti

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in a human-centered, trauma-informed approach, and one of my greatest strengths is the quality of therapeutic relationships I build with clients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sydney Shaevel

Sydney Shaevel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“The therapeutic relationship is one that I hold close to my heart, as it is a piece of the puzzle that allowed me to flourish into my true self.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Espitia

Elizabeth Espitia

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to psychotherapy offers a person centered, safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment to work through difficult experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Witmer

James Witmer

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I approach our time together with openness, humility, acceptance, and free of pre-conceived judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 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
Alex Bailey

Alex Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves. In my spare time, I work as an outdoor educator and manage my own private practice and guide Outdoor Retreats

I believe it is helpful and important to translate what is discussed in session and in telehealth meetings into lived experience and real change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Aurora Aguilar

Aurora Aguilar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome! I’m so glad you’re here. My name is Aurora, and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist.

As you begin your therapy journey, I’d love to share a little about my therapeutic style so you can get a sense of who I am and whether we might be a good clinical fit.

As a Latina therapist, I believe culture plays an important role in the therapy room. Our cultural backgrounds, family experiences, relationships, and identities can all shape the way we understand ourselves and navigate the world. Both my personal and professional experiences have deeply influenced my approach to therapy.

I especially enjoy working with individuals and families navigating multigenerational patterns, family dynamics, and trauma. My goal is to create a warm, compassionate, and culturally responsive space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as you work toward meaningful change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Los Gatos, CA
There are over 2,713 therapists in Los Gatos, CA accepting new patients.
2,713+
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
  • 78%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%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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  • 91%Online only
  • 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 31%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 17%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 98%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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