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Top ADHD therapists and psychiatrists in San Diego, CA

Managing ADHD in San Diego is accessible with Headway's network of 4,086 licensed providers offering executive function coaching, time management training, and practical strategies for focus and organization. Sessions available virtually or in-person help address concentration problems, procrastination, and impulse control through evidence-based support.

Pardeep Gill

Pardeep Gill

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • <1 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I listen first and prescribe thoughtfully. Before recommending medication, I want to understand the full picture...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sierra McGovern

Sierra McGovern

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • San Diego, CA


If you’re a young woman seeking relief from constant pressure, overwhelm, or confusing relationship patterns, you’ve come to the right place. I’m a queer-affirmative, trauma-informed therapist with 6 years of clinical experience. I work with high achieving, anxious young women using a blend of somatic attachment therapy through a feminist lens.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Carll

Kelly Carll

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I believe that therapy should be a safe, collaborative space where clients feel empowered to make decisions that most align with their values and needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tammy Brooks

Tammy Brooks

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I have very specialized training in Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)— a respectful, future-oriented approach that helps create meaningful lasting change without getting stuck in the past.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Dr. Joseph Ritkes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 1.8 mi away • San Diego, CA


My name is Joey Ritkes (he/him). I have been working as a mental health therapist for over five years. My practice has primarily been specialized in working with LGBTQ+ youth. However, I have worked with couples, families, emerging adults, and adults from all backgrounds. I am a client-centered therapist who enjoys working collaboratively with my clients to meet their goals.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services

Theresa Russell - Porta Verum Psychotherapy Services

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.3 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My own experience with therapy helped shape my interest in this work. While talk therapy benefited me in many ways, I sensed there was more beneath the surface...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Suzanne LaFleur

Suzanne LaFleur

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 2.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My goal is for clients to leave sessions with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence in their ability to create meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sokia Shehee

Sokia Shehee

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience in the mental health field (12 in private practice). I work with individuals ages 3 and up, as well as couples. I am trauma informed, a certified clinical supervisor, and EMDR trained (currently not accepting EMDR patients). I hold a plethora of CEUs in mental health disorders and have owned my own practice for several years, offering in person and telehealth services.

CSUB BA Psychology 2002

CSUB Master of Social Work 2004

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Rachel Gasca

Rachel Gasca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.1 mi away • San Diego, CA


I have a decade of experience treating adults and adolescents. I take a holistic and trauma-informed approach to mental health care. My therapeutic approach is integrative, person-centered, solution-focused, mindfulness-based, and CBT-based. I am a bilingual Latina clinician with an emphasis on the BIPOC experience.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nuri Ohn

Nuri Ohn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.4 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I specialize in helping adults with anxiety, depression, or ADHD when medications haven't worked well or have caused unwanted side effects.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Eileen Castro

Eileen Castro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 4.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I also have experience supporting men through substance use and recovery, helping them work through challenges and build a more grounded and fulfilling life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karla Wolff

Karla Wolff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.5 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My style is collaborative, down-to-earth, and relational- I believe therapy should feel safe and empowering.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Villarreal

Claudia Villarreal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.9 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


I genuinely like people, have always love to help ,

Will take my clients through the therapeutic process, with empathy and care for their experience in therapy to be a positive one.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margie Martin

Margie Martin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.3 mi away • San Diego, CA


“I still consider it a rare privilege to sit with clients in this work, especially those carrying grief, navigating a shifting health picture, or trying to rebuild a relationship that no longer fits the life they want.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brenda Leon

Brenda Leon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.8 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


“My approach is to collaboratively personalize a plan that works for YOU based on YOUR goals and needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maureen Doherty

Maureen Doherty

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.9 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“My goal isn't simply to help you feel better, it's to help you understand yourself more deeply, strengthen your relationships, and develop practical tools that create lasting change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandee San Mateo

Sandee San Mateo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 4.5 mi away • National City, CA


“My goal is for you to leave with a clearer understanding of your mental health, a personalized plan for moving forward, and tools you can use right away to manage symptoms.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mark Raskin

Mark Raskin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • San Diego, CA


“Mark is a supportive, perceptive and skilled therapist, offering a safe therapeutic space, and capable of being fully present with his clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ethan Messer

Ethan Messer

Therapist

In-person • 8.7 mi away • La Mesa, CA


“My approach to therapy is relational, and combines cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Energetic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Joy Abao

Pamela Joy Abao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 3.8 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach is personalized and collaborative. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, culturally responsive, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard, respected, and actively involved in decisions about your psychiatric medications...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashley Quiroz

Ashley Quiroz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 4 mi away • San Diego, CA


“With over fifteen years of clinical experience, I focus on individual, couples, and family therapy for adults 18 and older.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Brian Lamoreux

Brian Lamoreux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 9.9 mi away • San Diego, CA


Hi, I'm Brian! I'm a licensed counselor with a background in holistic medicine as well. I've worked with a variety of mental health concerns, with my primary specialty being treating trauma.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bradford Noble

Bradford Noble

Therapist

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


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and empowering, grounded in multicultural counseling and social justice education...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lizeth Ma

Lizeth Ma

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"?

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Way

Cindy Way

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Chula Vista, CA


“Therapy with me is not about pushing or fixing—it's about understanding your patterns, restoring internal trust, and creating more ease in how you relate to yourself and others.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Dr. Roger Brian Storrs

Psychologist

In-person • 14 mi away • San Diego, CA


“The foundation of my training comes from Neo-Freudian thinking and practice, holding an optimistic view of personality development.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Massey

Stephanie Massey

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • San Diego, CA


I am very honest, caring, real and genuine. Encouragement and support for their future journey.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Dr. Sharmin Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • San Diego, CA


“My approach combines evidence-based medication management with psychodynamic and supportive principles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Sean Harris

Dr. Sean Harris

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Cardiff, CA


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and collaborative, focusing on integrating Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) principles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Sadan

Jacob Sadan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Encinitas, CA


“I bring genuine curiosity, directness, and yes, humor into sessions — because healing doesn't have to feel like homework.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Gabriel Davis

Gabriel Davis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fallbrook, CA


“My approach is rooted in supporting clients to reconnect deeply with their authentic selves, fostering renewed health, and rediscovering a sense of purpose and connection.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ruben Garcia

Ruben Garcia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Murrieta, CA


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, spirit, and environment—while empowering patients through education and shared decision-making.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brittany Crew

Brittany Crew

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use CBT, DBT, and client-centered therapy to help you better understand what you are feeling, strengthen coping skills, and manage daily life with more confidence and stability.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jaime Haasch

Jaime Haasch

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am warm, welcoming, and direct in my approach with clients. I include mindfulness, gratitude, compassion, and acceptance in my work with clients.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anna Sawicka

Anna Sawicka

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My work is grounded in creating self-efficacy, resilience, and empowerment so you can face life's challenges with confidence.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jillian Jeffries-Mali

Jillian Jeffries-Mali

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I take a collaborative treatment approach utilizing a mix of CBT, Attachment, and Neurobiology to help clients learn new ways of managing symptoms and showing up for themselves.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karla Sandin

Karla Sandin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide motivation, encouragement, and compassionate support as you navigate these challenges and work toward meaningful change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jose Fregoso

Jose Fregoso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I became a psychiatric nurse practitioner because I've seen mental health care from multiple angles, and honestly, most of it is broken.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
William Hernandez

William Hernandez

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Working together is a reflective and collaborative process that attends to both symptoms and the deeper patterns that shape your emotional life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicole Pertuiset

Nicole Pertuiset

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is working collaboratively with clients to make sure they get what they need out of therapy sessions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our providers who can help with ADHD located within 20 miles of San Diego, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of San Diego, CA
There are over 30 therapists in San Diego, CA accepting new patients.
30+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%ADD/ADHD
  • 97%Stress management
  • 97%Depression
  • 87%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 63%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%Providence Health Plan
  • 53%Cigna
Languages spoken
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  • 83%English
  • 27%Spanish
  • 7%Tagalog
  • 3%Hindi
  • 3%Korean
How they see their clients
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  • 90%In-person or online
  • 10%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 23%Man
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 13%Clinical Psychologist
  • 13%Nurse Practitioner
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 23%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 13%Couples therapy

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Headway helps you stay on track with expert-guided support for ADHD — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an ADHD Therapist in San Diego

Finding ADHD therapists in San Diego starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. Therapy for ADHD may focus on executive function, planning, time management, emotional regulation, or cognitive behavioral therapy for ADHD. Medication management is a separate type of care offered by psychiatrists and other qualified prescribers, and some people look for therapy, medication support, or both. Adult ADHD and pediatric ADHD can also call for different experience, so it helps to look for a therapist whose listed specialties match your age, goals, and day-to-day concerns.

San Diego has many ADHD therapists across neighborhoods like Hillcrest, North Park, La Jolla, Mission Valley, and Downtown, which can make narrowing your search take more time. Consider practical fit alongside specialty, including appointment availability, whether the therapist offers in-person or virtual sessions, and whether they have experience with concerns that often appear alongside ADHD, such as anxiety or depression. Reading therapist bios can help you understand their approach, communication style, and whether they mention ADHD testing, ADHD evaluation, or support for diagnosis-related questions.

ADHD therapy in San Diego can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and make care easier to plan for. Headway helps you search for therapists who are accepting new patients, review estimated out-of-pocket costs before booking, and compare virtual and in-person options. You can browse therapist profiles, check fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.

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