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

Murrieta's addiction support resources at Headway include specialized providers trained in cravings management, withdrawal support, and dual diagnosis treatment. Our therapists utilize acceptance and commitment therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and community reinforcement approaches to help clients build lasting recovery. Find your ideal match from our extensive provider network with next-day availability.

Christy Owens

Christy Owens

Therapist

Virtual • California


I offer a warm, inquisitive, and direct approach for couples and individuals ready for meaningful change. Whether you’re navigating a major life transition, preparing for a baby, adjusting to life with young children, or adapting to the ever-changing demands of life, our work together can help you move through this season with greater ease, clarity, and connection.

Becoming a parent was one of the most meaningful and challenging experiences of my own life. It gave me a deep appreciation for the extraordinary demands that parenthood can place on individuals and couples. I have a special place in my heart for partners and individuals navigating the many stages of family building—from preparing for a baby to adjusting to life with young children and beyond.

At the same time, I work with folx dealing with life's many challenges, and I will meet you wherever you are. Together, we’ll create space to better understand what’s happening, strengthen your relationships, and move toward the changes you’re hoping to make.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rosy Provino

Rosy Provino

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, with a focus on fostering compassion, self-acceptance, and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elihu Goretsky

Elihu Goretsky

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in adults with addiction-recovery issues, LGBT+ patients, phase of life problems, and couples (limited).”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colin Keller

Colin Keller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Westlake Village, CA


“My belief is that the "psyche yearns to heal itself". Learning to slow down and pay mindful attention...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jamie Plaxco

Jamie Plaxco

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


“I reject rushed appointments and reducing people to diagnostic labels. Instead, I invest time understanding you as a person, your background, present difficulties, strengths, and wellness goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Carolina Morales

Carolina Morales

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker, with ten years of experience working with children, teens, adults, and older adults struggling with ADHD, anxiety, and depression.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Norma Garcia

Norma Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a licensed clinician specializing in trauma recovery. I work with adolescents and adults who are experiencing emotional and difficult experiences. My goal is to provide a supportive space where clients can begin to heal.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Brako

Margaret Brako

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Berkeley, CA, and I’ve worked in mental health care since 2012. My background includes community-based work, trauma-informed care, and leadership in training and clinical development. I earned my MSW from NYU and specialize in treating anxiety, self-esteem challenges, and life transitions. I enjoy working with adults navigating changes - career shifts, identity questions, or simply trying to feel more at home in themselves. Clients often say they feel safe, understood, and more at ease after we talk. I believe therapy works best with a good sense of humor - even in hard sessions, there’s room for relief and laughter.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Tameka Dyce

Tameka Dyce

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“My approach to care is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based. I focus on understanding your unique history, symptoms, and goals before making recommendations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Zach Anast

Zach Anast

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe every client's experiences, goals, and challenges are unique, which is why I take a collaborative and individualized approach to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ahmed Enaitalla

Dr. Ahmed Enaitalla

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I take an approach to therapy that focuses on both symptom alleviation while also working towards self-development, racial/gender/sexual identity affirmation, and self-acceptance.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
James Wagner

James Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My clients don't need a therapist who hands them worksheets; they need someone who will actually sit with them in the hard stuff.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jonathan Geidel

Jonathan Geidel

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Clients say they appreciate my gentle therapeutic approach, characterized by curiosity, acceptance, and warmth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah Cable

Sarah Cable

Therapist

Virtual • California


As an Asian American growing up overseas, I bring cultural considerations and my multicultural experiences into the therapy process.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Gia Stark

Gia Stark

Therapist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


Thank you for reading this. Having a background in grassroots and non-profit work as well as teaching, I am fiercely passionate about equity, social justice and liberation for all people. The therapeutic relationship is unique and radical --- your words have exquisite power and we get to think together about what they mean.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Fisher

Lindsay Fisher

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • El Segundo, CA


“My commitment is to provide a different experience—one where you feel heard, understood, and valued as a whole person rather than just a collection of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Chinwe Chukwumerije

Chinwe Chukwumerije

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Jose, CA


“I am also a Black, Nigerian-American clinician who speaks Igbo fluently, and I bring both lived experience and clinical training to working with clients from African and African diaspora backgrounds.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Dr. Ebere Nwosu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is holistic and patient-centered, combining psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and therapy to create individualized care plans.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
Dale Roberson

Dale Roberson

Therapist

Virtual • California


I work with individuals and couples navigating identity, belonging, and relationships—especially within LGBTQIA+, kink/leather, sex-work, and consensual non-monogamy communities. As a queer, kinky, poly Black man, I bring lived experience and cultural awareness into the therapy room, alongside clinical training. I often support clients who have felt like outsiders due to race, queerness, trauma, or relationship structure, and who want a space where they don’t have to explain or shrink themselves. I became a therapist out of a deep curiosity about people and a belief in the power of being truly seen, understood, and supported in creating meaningful change. My goal is to offer an affirming, nonjudgmental space where authenticity is welcomed and complexity is held with care.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pinnellopii Santoro

Pinnellopii Santoro

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to create a space where you feel supported enough to be honest, challenged enough to grow, and safe enough to explore what's going on beneath the surface.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
William Brock

William Brock

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I bring a collaborative, practical, and supportive approach to helping people make meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sherri Crespin

Sherri Crespin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Beverly Hills, CA


“Exceptional psychiatric care, in my view, requires a combination of clinical skill, emotional intelligence, and a genuine commitment to honoring every patient's dignity.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Richard Barr

Richard Barr

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you feel truly heard and respected, but also walk away with practical tools you can use in your daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Yaifeh Chafeh

Yaifeh Chafeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hi, I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner who believes everyone deserves to feel heard, supported, and treated with kindness. I create a warm, welcoming, and judgment-free space where you can feel comfortable being yourself. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, mood changes, and other mental health concerns. Along with medication management, I also use supportive therapy techniques, including CBT and motivational interviewing, to help clients build healthy coping skills and feel more confident in their daily lives.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diana Pena

Diana Pena

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Riverside, CA


“My passion for psychiatry stems from a deep belief that every person deserves to be truly seen and understood—not reduced to a diagnosis, but honored as a whole person with unique experiences, strengths, and aspirations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nadia Redoble

Nadia Redoble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“As a compassionate and dedicated clinician, I strive to create a safe, supportive space where clients feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Atencio

Danielle Atencio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • San Luis Obispo, CA


“I work to help my clients successfully manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, stress, ADHD, and addiction, to build skills that help them to feel better about themselves, and about their world in general.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Emily Gann

Emily Gann

Therapist

Virtual • California


If you're a woman feeling stretched thin by the relationships in your life — a partner, your family, the demands of parenting — you don't have to sort through it alone. I help women navigate relationship stress, anxiety, grief, and the harder seasons of life: losing someone you love, adjusting to a health condition, or facing a change you didn't choose. I hold a Master of Science in Clinical Social Work from Azusa Pacific University, and my goal in every session is simple: you leave feeling heard, understood, and a little more capable than when you arrived.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roger Galczenski

Roger Galczenski

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a Licensed Therapist working with clients in California / Florida. Along with my clinical training, I bring lived experience that helps me meet my clients where they're at. Outside of work I enjoy sports, cooking and trying new food, staying active, and getting outdoors—especially hiking—I do my best to live a full life while making sure I have some time to slow down and take it easy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Katherine Abdelkerim

Katherine Abdelkerim

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My style is warm, grounded, and direct. I create a space that feels safe, supportive, and honest, where clients can explore deeply while also being gently challenged.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Tony Gunn

Tony Gunn

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am Tony Gunn, a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker and Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Substance Abuse Professional and a board certified transgender care therapist. I value connection, trust, and respect.

I work with adults, teens, families, and couples. My focus areas include LGBTQIA+ clients, gender nonconforming clients, transgender care, sexual health concerns, trauma, grief, mood concerns, and major life transitions.

You receive care grounded in empathy, cultural awareness, and collaboration. Sessions center on clear goals, practical skills, and meaningful insight. I create a space where you feel heard, supported, and understood without judgment.

I provide services through in-person and telehealth settings. My approach blends evidence-based practice with care shaped around your needs, values, and lived experience. My goal centers on supporting clarity, stability, and long-term well-being through an affirming therapeutic relationship.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Abieyuwa Salami

Abieyuwa Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • San Bernardino, CA


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care for adults dealing with trauma, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and alcohol use recovery.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Remy Preston

Remy Preston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy with me is collaborative, open-minded, and affirming. I meet you where you are, honor your pace, and support you in reaching goals that feel meaningful and realistic for your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carrie Anderson

Carrie Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help my clients achieve a greater self-awareness, self-acceptance, and be able to find ways to develop personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Zita Benjamin

Dr. Zita Benjamin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm and patient-centered, focusing on both symptoms and the underlying factors that affect emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Khadeer Khan

Khadeer Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am driven by an unwavering commitment to sow seeds of hope and cultivate a garden of resilience. Every interaction is a chance to illuminate the path towards recovery with empathy and understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Neydi Tovar

Neydi Tovar

Therapist

Virtual • California


Asking for help can feel harder when you've spent most of your life being the one who holds things together. I'm Neydi, a bilingual English and Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 13 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors. I work with individuals and families navigating trauma, grief, anxiety, and substance use. These challenges rarely arrive alone and almost always connect back to our relationships, our families, and the communities we come from. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and genuinely invested.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Blessing Omoruyi

Blessing Omoruyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe in building a therapeutic relationship grounded in trust, empathy, and respect. I take time to listen to my patients' experiences, understand their unique needs, and collaboratively develop personalized treatment plans that address not...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Murrieta, CA
There are over 2,670 therapists in Murrieta, CA accepting new patients.
2,670+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Cigna
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 68%Woman
  • 31%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 15%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 42%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 16%Child or adolescent therapy

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