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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in San Mateo, CA
San Mateo residents seeking support for addiction recovery can connect with Headway providers specializing in relapse prevention, withdrawal management, and dual diagnosis treatment. Our platform accepts 70+ insurance plans nationally, helping you focus on recovery without worrying about costs while accessing evidence-based care.
“As a first-generation trans person of color, I understand how difficult and intimidating it can feel to reach out for support and I truly recognize the courage it takes to take this step.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
At my core, I’m a mindful, committed, and deeply caring person. Being a therapist is simply one expression of that—I feel called to help people, and this is the work through which I do it.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“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
“I take a humanistic person-centered approach to working with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, substance use disorders, and difficult life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I specialize in treating complex trauma across a wide range of functioning levels, from high functioning individuals navigating careers, relationships, and daily stressors to clients who may require stabilization and more intensive emotional support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
My name is Sara. I have been working in the field for over 7 years. I am currently finishing up my PhD in Mindful Andrological practices. I consider myself a very down-to-earth, gentle, and holistic person.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe everyone has the capacity to use their strengths to heal wounds and move forward to find fulfillment in life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe in tailoring therapy to each individual's unique needs and goals, using various therapeutic approaches, including ACT, CBT, DBT, and EMDR modalities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My own healing journey comprised psychotherapy, meditation, and Tai-Chi, all of which improved my life considerably.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I draw from evidence-based modalities, including trauma-informed care, EMDR, neurofeedback, and systemic and solution-focused therapies, to address both the root causes of distress and present-day challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy is not only about symptom relief—it is about reclaiming agency, voice, and direction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am a Holistic therapist who likes to focus on healing an individual from all aspects including mind-body wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I believe the most impactful aspect of therapy is the therapeutic relationship itself, and that meaningful change begins with strong rapport and trust.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“Through empathy and honesty, I strive to make each session a safe space where my clients have the opportunity to feel heard and to cultivate hope.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help clients cultivate a deep sense of peace, find lasting happiness, and feel empowered to confidently shape their lives and future.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
I'm a therapist offering in-person sessions in the Westlake Village area of Southern California, and telehealth to folks throughout California. I decided to become a therapist after many years of working in corporate America, and I have a Master's in Clinical Psychology and an LMFT license.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Within my practice, I will collaboratively work with you to find a deeper understanding of yourself and the world around you with evidenced-based approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is direct, caring, collaborative, and solution-focused. I help clients get clear on the emotional and practical patterns that keep them stuck, then work with them to put meaningful changes into practice in real life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“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.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I practice Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Jungian Psychology with the use of hypnotherapy and Guided Imagery to facilitate one's understanding of conscious and subconscious limitations towards having a successful and satisfying life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is practical, direct, and collaborative. I believe therapy should go beyond simply talking about problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I create an affirming therapeutic environment where individuals can process, heal, and grow at their own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I practice primarily Jungian analysis and psychotherapy which is one of the deepest and most comprehensive theories of the psyche that exists today...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I am super passionate about creating a therapeutic connection with my clients, no matter the background.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I take a strengths-based approach, believing that each person has unique capabilities that can be harnessed for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I specialize in working with individuals and couples, who may be facing depression and anxiety with additional expertise in addiction treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a trauma-focused therapist, I utilize integrative approaches such as DBT, CBT, CCT, Emotional Focused Therapy, Parts work, Attachment Therapy, and Trauma Informed Care...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I specialize in working with individuals and families navigating the weight of past trauma, depression, anxiety, and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am direct, caring and goal oriented. I understand life's challenges and I have successfully helped clients navigate life's journey's.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and client-centered, blending evidence-based methods such as CBT, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Family Systems Therapy with creative, individualized techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My work is rooted in the idea that the goal isn't to eliminate difficult thoughts and feelings — it's to stop letting them run the show.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, OCD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I'm a psychologist helping clients to navigate transition and overcome destructive patterns. I have expertise in treating anxiety, ocd, adhd, trauma, depression, addiction, recovery, and relationship challenges. I've had a private practice for over 10 years and work with adult clients at all stages of life. I earned my doctorate in Clinical Psychology at California Institute of Integral Studies, with intensive training at the Portia Bell Hume Center, Kaiser, UCSF, VA and the Jung Institute.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I teach my clients how to apply what they learn in session to their real life. The majority of healing takes place between therapy sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“As a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist, I specialize in helping individuals navigate these challenges using body-oriented approaches and evidence-based techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
“I believe mental health care should be collaborative rather than one-sided. I take time to listen, explain treatment options, answer questions, and help you understand the reasoning behind your care plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal as a clinician is to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel truly seen, heard and valued for who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Welcome and thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. As a licensed therapist practicing in both California and New York, I believe deeply in the inherent resilience and transformative potential within every individual. I earned my Master’s Degree in Mental Health Counseling from Teachers College, Columbia University. Throughout my clinical practice, I have supported clients across all life stages in navigating complex emotional challenges, including trauma, anxiety, and depression, while empowering them to cultivate healthy, fulfilling interpersonal relationships.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Are you or your child struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or a life change and wishing to feel heard? I support children, adolescents, adults, and families, with a focus on anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, and relationship challenges. In English and Spanish, I help clients work through emotional overwhelm, family stress, ADHD, addiction, anger, and difficult experiences.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself, your child, or your family, I will listen without judgment and work alongside you. Together, we can understand what feels difficult, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful change.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My intention is to create a space for you to be vulnerable. I can be challenging when appropriate, or a good listener when you need it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in San Mateo, CA
Number of therapists serving San Mateo, CA
2,807+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 82%Cigna
- 81%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 12%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Tagalog
- 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 69%Woman
- 30%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 16%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 42%Family therapy
- 30%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
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