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

Headway's Riverside providers offer compassionate addiction treatment incorporating motivational enhancement therapy, 12-step facilitation, and dialectical behavior therapy skills. Whether you're navigating substance misuse, nicotine dependence, or other addictive behaviors, our network of 2,621 providers supports your path to recovery with flexible scheduling and insurance coverage.

Kiumars Q Vafai

Kiumars 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
Tatiana Bustamante

Tatiana Bustamante

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I show up for you as a calm, patient, and empathetic partner, rooted in the absolute belief that you already hold the capacity for lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, End of life care
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elyssa Melmet

Elyssa Melmet

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and focused on helping clients build coping skills, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joseph Ferra

Joseph Ferra

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that every person has the inherent capacity to overcome challenges and achieve their goals...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Manuel Soto

Manuel Soto

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe the goal of therapy is to foster an environment that is safe and non-judgmental allowing clients to feel accepted and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Emeka Anosike

Emeka Anosike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I listen first. Because I am dual-certified in both family medicine and psychiatry, I don't just look at your symptoms—I look at your whole life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ashlyn Lance

Ashlyn Lance

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapy is an active adventure! I am always thrilled to watch my clients grow into the best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gloria Lopez

Gloria Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My culturally sensitive approach honors each client's unique experiences, values, and attitudes, creating a safe space for transformation and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ray Armstrong

Ray Armstrong

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own dedication and hard work.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Julia Kamp

Julia Kamp

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with both civilians and military-connected clients — veterans, active duty service members, first responders, and their partners.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Thomas Nash

Thomas Nash

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I seek to provide a collaborative, judgment free environment where individuals can heal from the challenges and hardships that life dishes out.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariefaye Ramos

Mariefaye Ramos

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“In each instance, Dr. Ramos employs a compassionate and multifaceted approach to treatment, providing evidence-based pharmacotherapy tailored to individual needs...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Giovanna Nicola-Menke

Giovanna Nicola-Menke

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness practices, I help clients build awareness around their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, and develop practical skills for coping and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Danyell Reed

Danyell Reed

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Experienced in supporting individuals with a wide range of challenges while using a warm and understanding therapeutic approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Abigail De La Cerda Orozco

Abigail De La Cerda Orozco

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I aim to create a space where unconditional support, compassion, and vulnerability exist, ultimately leading to a more empowering life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erris-Sheron Dolberry

Erris-Sheron Dolberry

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Using approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and acceptance-based strategies, I help clients understand patterns, regulate emotions, and build healthier ways of thinking and coping.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dino Koutsolioutsos

Dino Koutsolioutsos

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work with my clients as I talk with my friends. I am honest, I try to help them, as I would a friend, and I try to support them in their life path, no matter what that path is.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carson Cozad

Carson Cozad

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer an affirming role in my client's lives highlighting each individual's areas of resilience and strength.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Steven Cohen

Steven Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Steve's approach to therapy is warm and friendly. He is respectful of each patient he sees and seeks to ensure the process is helpful.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cirsten Brinson

Cirsten Brinson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I firmly believe in the inherent resilience of every individual. My practice is rooted in a strengths-based approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Danny Martin

Danny Martin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when clients feel safe, understood, and supported, while also being encouraged to grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Susan Hill

Susan Hill

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My 43 years in business/academia, Probation Officer, and now psychoanalytic therapist has made me familiar with the criminal Courts in the Probation Department of Santa Clara County.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nate Hinerman

Nate Hinerman

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help you build a healthier relationship with your thoughts and find deep meaning in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
David McKnight

David McKnight

Therapist

Virtual • California


I draw strongly from decades of my own personal growth work. Psychology is not a theory for me. It is a daily practice, a way of life. I help people focus on what they can control, what is most important currently and how they can work through whatever they are facing.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teri Strahan

Teri Strahan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a compassionate, grounded, and collaborative clinician who believes therapy should feel like a safe place to breathe, reflect, and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kemi Fawehinmi

Kemi Fawehinmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner and patient-oriented provider who specializes in mental health across the lifespan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Lisa Vancil

Lisa Vancil

Therapist

Virtual • California


“By integrating evidence-based tools like CBT and ERP with a compassionate, strengths-based perspective, I help my clients achieve meaningful behavioral change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Anthony Gulla

Anthony Gulla

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up fully as yourself—without judgment, pressure, or needing to have everything figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roseangel Anyanwu

Roseangel Anyanwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I believe treatment works best when clients are active participants. I involve them in decisions about medications, therapy options, and lifestyle changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Preble

John Preble

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I think therapy should consider the whole person; recognizing complex balance of mind, body, spirit, and one's personal/social environment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Natalia Mathis

Natalia Mathis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“When you're in the room with me, you'll be met with a safe and supportive environment filled with kindness, patience, and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephen Kass

Stephen Kass

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is to be warm and welcoming while creating space for positive growth through a solution-focused, strengths-based approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stacey Downing

Stacey Downing

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer a holistic approach to therapy. I am here to help you with a mind/body/spirit approach to your own personal healing and wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erik Bidinger-Boggess

Erik Bidinger-Boggess

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am not only a therapist but a real person. Everyone struggles with mood and thoughts and sometimes we all need help navigating the intensity of these experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Debra Warner

Dr. Debra Warner

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I take an integrative, trauma-informed approach that honors the whole person, not just the presenting problem.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Thai Le

Dr. Thai Le

Psychologist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have a passion for helping people navigate life's challenges. Seeking help can feel like a big step, but it's also a powerful one. I offer a collaborative and nonjudgemental space for discovering strengths and with helping you feel empowered.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Savannah Alvarez

Savannah Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Everyone comes to therapy with both obstacles and hopes for what they want next. You already have some tools, and you've gotten this far with them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carrie Canales

Dr. Carrie Canales

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am a full-time professor of psychology and a licensed therapist for over 10 years. I have a doctorate and two master's degrees so you see psychology is my passion!

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sheba Shiver

Sheba Shiver

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am privileged to be on your journey to wellness. No matter what may be causing disruption in your life--anxiety, depression, trauma, or the like, I will meet you where you are in your process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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