Skip to main content
Headway

Book addiction counseling, covered by insurance

Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Santa Barbara, CA

Therapist and patient in a therapy session
Calculator Illustration
Get a cost estimate
People with insurance pay as low as $0 per session through Headway

Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara residents seeking addiction support can work with providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and community reinforcement approaches. Headway offers free consultations to match you with the right provider for your recovery journey.

Amanda King

Amanda King

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m a licensed therapist based in California specializing in trauma, anxiety, relationship issues, chronic shame, self-esteem, and attachment wounds. I work with adults who are often highly self-aware yet still feel stuck in painful emotional or relational patterns. My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental, with an emphasis on helping clients better understand themselves while creating meaningful change. I received my MSW from UCLA and integrate trauma-informed approaches including IFS and EMDR into my work.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Gina Zirpoli Woodford

Dr. Gina Zirpoli Woodford

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • San Diego, CA


I am a clinical psychologist working in San Diego, with over 20 years of experience. I earned a BA in Psychology from University of California Santa Barbara, and a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Alliant International University (formerly California School of Professional Psychology). I completed a postdoctoral fellowship in substance use disorders at the San Diego Veteran's Affairs Healthcare System. I have expertise in working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, substance use problems, relationship issues, and assertiveness. I also conduct psychological testing for questions around ADHD, Autism, mood disorders, giftedness, learning problems, and personality issues, among others. I believe psychotherapy is a collaborative process to help clients understand themselves better, achieve goals, and become one's best self.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katelyn Greenspan

Katelyn Greenspan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe that mental health and lasting change require a holistic approach including emotional, physical, psychological, and social well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elise Salas

Elise Salas

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I utilize a strengths-based approach to promote self-efficacy and resiliency. I provide a warm, caring space for sharing and inject humor when possible into sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Morris

Jacqueline Morris

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I customize the treatment plan based on each client's specific needs and utilize many therapeutic modalities to help support and treat my clients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anthony Morice

Anthony Morice

Psychologist

Virtual • San Francisco, CA


“I take an integrative and client-centered approach to therapy. My style blends contemporary evidence-based approaches along with psychodynamic and psychoanalytic perspectives...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Denisa Hoxha

Denisa Hoxha

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am passionate about instilling hope in my clients, I am compassionate and empathetic, and I am goal oriented...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Jeffrey Riffle

Dr. Jeffrey Riffle

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I've worked extensively with clients from the entertainment industry, first responders, and veterans.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Brian Lamoreux

Brian Lamoreux

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Billings

Christina Billings

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from the belief that healing occurs when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered, especially those navigating complex or high-acuity mental health concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gabrielle Nabi

Gabrielle Nabi

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm an experienced therapist for women and couples that want help navigating anxiety, relationship challenges and major life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sophia Nouri

Sophia Nouri

Psychologist

Virtual • California


If you're looking for an empathic, reliable therapist, I strive to provide a supportive and nonjudgmental space where you can explore current stressors, past experiences, relationship dynamics, and develop a deeper understanding of yourself. I believe meaningful change begins with feeling heard, understood, and safe enough to be authentic.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Gerhard-Johnson

Pamela Gerhard-Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to empower you to reach your fullest potential by helping you resolve issues and become the person you want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Logan Bengston

Logan Bengston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I work from a no-judgement stance, believe in meeting the client where they are, and use harm reduction interventions wherever possible.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Catherine Stansell

Catherine Stansell

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have a Master's Degree in Counseling, Marriage, and Family from Phillips Graduate Institute.

I earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Sociology from UCSB.

I typically work with clients who have a history of trauma, life transitions, relationship issues, and managing anxiety, The clients I work with are very motivated to make changes in their lives.

I worked with high-risk, traumatized, and abused youth for many years. I find practicing therapy very rewarding. Assisting my clients to work through life challenges and progress in their life journey is a privilege.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Amina Habib

Amina Habib

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am Licensed MFT and I have been in the field for twenty plus years. I help my client to explore their behaviors, thoughts, and emotions in a safe and confidential space. The goal is personal growth and improve mental wellbeing and navigate the client through anxiety, depression, addiction and relationship issues, through collaborative work my client able to gain the tools and insight to deal with the at hand problems and future issues. Developing rapport with my clients is a primary focus and understanding their struggles in their own words, by providing them with safe and nonjudgmental environment.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Susana Scotti

Dr. Susana Scotti

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I work collaboratively to help you understand patterns, build resilience, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nicole Penick

Dr. Nicole Penick

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Nicole takes an integrative (humanistic and psychodynamic) approach to tackle the individual desires of each person.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Christian Yanez

Christian Yanez

Therapist

Virtual • California


I have experience working with individuals struggling with their mental health issues. Through therapy, we can discuss the areas of support that need your attention.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nimish Chakarwarti

Nimish Chakarwarti

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I provide medication management alongside supportive therapy-informed care. My approach is comprehensive and collaborative...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jaleesa Banks

Jaleesa Banks

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) who is passionate about providing compassionate, supportive, and individualized mental health care. I work with adolescents and adults who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, mood changes, trauma-related concerns, or life stressors.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mariela Gorosito

Mariela Gorosito

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“Building a trusting therapeutic relationship is one of the most important parts of my work because meaningful change begins when people feel safe enough to be themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Deena Duncan

Deena Duncan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe therapy works best when you can show up as yourself and feel genuinely heard, understood, and accepted.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Norma Rosales

Dr. Norma Rosales

Therapist

Virtual • San Fernando, CA


“Helping my clients grow, heal from trauma, and find solutions to their challenges has been a fulfilling journey...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gage

Benjamin Gage

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Much of the work centers on trauma and anxiety: processing experiences that have not fully settled, and building new ways of responding so the same moments do not keep holding the same power.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Theresa Kash

Theresa Kash

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My therapeutic approach draws from solution-focused, cognitive-behavioral (CBT), emotionally-focused (EFT), and family systems modalities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laurie Williamson

Laurie Williamson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Trish Williams-Forde

Trish Williams-Forde

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe you already carry the resilience and strengths you need, and my role is to help you use them to become the best version of yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Francis Toal

Francis Toal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pleasant Hill, CA


“I believe therapy should provide a place where you can speak openly without judgment while also helping you better understand the patterns, experiences, and circumstances that may be keeping you stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Seth Fenton

Seth Fenton

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I offer both therapy and practical, skills-based support. Using approaches like CBT, DBT, and crisis intervention...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Najwa Azizi

Najwa Azizi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Hello! I’m Najwa Azizi, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges with compassion and support. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, mood disorders, stress, and burnout through a personalized and collaborative approach to care. With a background in both behavioral health and critical care nursing, I understand the importance of treating the whole person — emotionally, mentally, and physically. My goal is to create a welcoming, judgment-free space where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to grow, heal, and reach their full potential.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mahsan Behnoud

Mahsan Behnoud

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvine, CA


“Together we can identify mental/emotional blocks, reprocess past disturbing memories, and develop mental agility to experience the life you deserve to flourish in.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cassaundra Escobar

Cassaundra Escobar

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Central to my practice is creating a safe, supportive, and collaborative environment that fosters encouragement, self-awareness, growth, and accountability.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Wright

Julie Wright

Therapist

Virtual • Thousand Oaks, CA


“Sessions with me are warm, honest, and engaged. I create a space where you can speak freely, feel respected, and sort through what is heavy without pressure or judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kseniya Nia Povroznik

Kseniya Nia Povroznik

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm a queer Ukrainian immigrant and I love creating a safe space for people who frequently feel overlooked to feel safe and whole.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Laurie Gallagher

Laurie Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to help clients feel heard, understood and valued. In addition, I would like them to come away from therapy with a larger tool-box, including stronger communication and relationship-building skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Men's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Isa Hershoff-looper

Isa Hershoff-looper

Therapist

Virtual • California


I live in San Francisco and am a wife, mother and cat parent. I enjoy swimming, gardening and walks and hikes. I enjoy travel and can speak some French

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mason

Carolyn Mason

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rancho Cucamonga, CA


“I believe in providing a safe, comfortable, professional environment where individuals, couples, families, and children can work on issues that are interfering with their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michelle Villacorta

Michelle Villacorta

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I use a here and now approach with CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) and DBT (dialectical behavioral therapy).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michael Nicholas

Michael Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Grand Terrace, CA


“My goal is to help clients strengthen resilience, re-author limiting narratives, and move toward greater emotional balance and connection in their personal and relational lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Santa Barbara, CA
There are over 2,770 therapists in Santa Barbara, CA accepting new patients.
2,770+
Average years in practice
Watercolor illustration of a bookshelf
10 years
Top specialties offered
Watercolor illustration of specialties
  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
Watercolor illustration of insurance cards
  • 99%Aetna
  • 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Cigna
  • 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
Watercolor illustration of languages
  • 97%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 2%Farsi
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
Watercolor illustration of therapy session
  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
Watercolor illustration of gender identity
  • 68%Woman
  • 31%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
Watercolor illustration of license
  • 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 15%Nurse Practitioner
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
  • 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
Watercolor illustration of treatment approach
  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 43%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

Frequently asked questions

Therapy Chair

Happy patient looking away

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.

Find a provider - your way

Use left and right arrow keys to switch tabs. Press Shift+Tab to return to the tab list from links in the selected tab.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.