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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Pasadena, CA
Pasadena residents dealing with substance dependence, nicotine addiction, or compulsive behaviors can find compassionate, solution-oriented providers on Headway. Our network specializes in withdrawal management, cravings support, and evidence-based modalities to help you achieve lasting recovery and stability.
“I believe mental health care should feel like a conversation with a trusted friend, not a clinical transaction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you move out of survival mode and into a place where you feel more grounded, more clear, and more like yourself again.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a warm, supportive conversation rather than a rigid clinical interrogation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My work focuses on helping you reconnect with your inner motivation, expand your capacity for joy, and create a life that feels deeply fulfilling.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I specialize in the places where addiction, worry, and self-doubt overlap—territory where "just trying harder" usually doesn't work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I use a person-centered lens, meaning I see you as the expert of your life and view our therapeutic relationship as a key part of the healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“After more than 12 years of clinical experience, I believe that mental health care, done well, can change the entire trajectory of a person's life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“In your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, low-pressure environment focused on introductory questions and building rapport.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is direct, calm, and collaborative. I prioritize building strong therapeutic relationships while helping clients address challenges in meaning, practical, and compassionate ways.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is built on the unwavering belief that you already possess the innate strength and resilience needed to heal; my role is simply to provide the warm, open-minded partnership that empowers you to tap into it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I have a strong background in working with adults with chronic mental illness and substance misuse challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I provide compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a safe, judgment-free space.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Dr. Lautenbacher focuses on compassionately building rapport and adapting to your unique needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy can unravel harmful repetitive thought processes and behaviors. Your painful experiences do not have to define you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I know healing isn't linear—everyone's path looks different—and my goal is to meet you exactly where you are with empathy and practical guidance.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“My philosophy is "make it functional." Together, we identify what is interrupting your day or creating dysfunction, and take realistic, step-by-step approaches to improve your ability to manage and move through daily life more effectively.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care in a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I'm a licensed clinical social worker who brings both clinical depth and real-world perspective into therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a compassionate and nonjudgmental environment to help you explore difficult parts of your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I support people navigating trauma, disabilities, neurodiversity, sexuality and gender non-conforming and all-around life stressors in a relaxed, nonjudgmental space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that meaningful change begins with feeling truly heard, and I create space for your voice, your experience, and your truth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I meet each client exactly where they are in their healing journey, offering a compassionate, nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am passionate about listening to YOUR story and providing specific personalized psychiatric treatments with both natural and evidence based pharmacologic options.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“My approach is friendly and goal-oriented. I value my clients' experiences with their families, culture, religion, and spiritual history.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“She prioritizes building a solid therapeutic relationship with her patients based on trust, empathy, and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“She is a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who treats patients struggling with ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, and schizoaffective disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I'm especially drawn to working with adults and adolescents who've been rushed or unheard in the past with their medication, and those who feel like something bigger is being missed.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“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
“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
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and personalized. I believe in working closely with my clients to understand their goals and create treatment plans that support lasting emotional wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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 6 insurance carriers
“I seek to provide a thoughtful and reflective setting where clients develop greater understanding of their problems and limitations through honest exploration of themselves, and to bolster strengths/foster growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is to walk alongside you, offering encouragement and practical tools to help you cope in healthy ways while reminding you that you're not alone.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Rena tailors her therapeutic approach to the individual's needs, personality, and cultural background.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“In our first session, you can expect a relaxed, conversational space where you don't need to have everything perfectly figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to stabilize you first, then explore underlying patterns and deeper themes that may be driving your symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“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
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Frequently asked questions
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 Pasadena
Searching for addiction therapists in Pasadena starts with finding someone whose experience matches the type of support you want. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, substance use, nicotine dependence, gambling, compulsive behaviors, and related concerns like anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship stress. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties and approaches that fit your needs, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with a prescriber when medication management may be part of your care team.
Pasadena has a smaller local therapy market than nearby Los Angeles, so virtual appointments can expand your options while still keeping care accessible from home. You may want an in-person therapist near Old Pasadena, Playhouse Village, South Lake, or another nearby area, or you may prefer virtual sessions that fit around work, school, or caregiving schedules. Recovery can change over time, so it helps to look for a therapist who describes a non-judgmental style and experience with harm reduction, relapse prevention, or long-term support. Reading therapist bios can help you compare approach, communication style, availability, and whether a free phone consultation is offered before you book.
Therapy in Pasadena can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower out-of-pocket session costs and make ongoing care easier to plan for. Headway helps you find addiction therapists, check your coverage and estimated costs for your specific plan before booking, and book directly with therapists who are accepting new patients. You can browse therapists, review bios, and choose a time 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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