Skip to main content
Headway

Book addiction counseling, covered by insurance

Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Sherman Oaks, 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 Sherman Oaks, CA

Whether you're navigating alcohol use disorder, substance dependence, or behavioral addictions, Headway's Sherman Oaks network provides compassionate addiction support through proven therapies including harm reduction and relapse prevention strategies. Providers are available for free consultations and sessions as soon as next day.

Dr. Marchita Masters

Dr. Marchita Masters

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I have a warm, comfortable, conversational style. I consider attachment theory, utilize Cognitive Therapy, EMDR and sometimes humor.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Craig Joujon Roche

Craig Joujon Roche

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I believe emotional healing and growth is fostered in a safe environment where you feel both heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Estelle Collins

Estelle Collins

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have worked with Veterans, children as young as 4 years old, those that have been diagnosed with cancer and those dealing with postpartum and parenthood, to name a few areas.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jeana Owens

Jeana Owens

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am a trauma therapist with special interests in neurodiversity, LGBTQ+ issues, religious trauma, and grief.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nnenna Akpaka

Nnenna Akpaka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Lawndale, CA


“I am committed to supporting children, adolescents, adults, seniors, and LGBTQ individuals facing a range of mental health challenges...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karen Wheeler

Karen Wheeler

Therapist

Virtual • California


I am so happy to meet you and look forward to working with you. My approach as a Mental Health Clinician is warm, empathetic, compassionate and affirming. I have had over 30 years of experience in the field of Mental Health and substance use treatment. I have worked at Women's Recovery Association with women and children. Many years in School Based Counseling and individual counseling.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andrea Davis

Andrea Davis

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Andrea offers full support and understanding and a safe space where you can be free to be expressive and transparent.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Antionette Sob

Antionette Sob

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


I’m Antionette Sob, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to empowering individuals to live fuller, more balanced lives. With over a decade of nursing experience and advanced training in mental health, I aim to provide safe, supportive, and compassionate care. I believe that everyone can heal and grow — sometimes we need the right tools and guidance.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Helma Jafari

Helma Jafari

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I am deeply committed to supporting individuals in reconnecting with themselves, healing, and growing in meaningful ways.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Margaret Wallace

Margaret Wallace

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in treating individuals who suffer from chronic, persistent depression or difficulty regulating emotions, and find themselves using substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors to manage their symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sean Kennedy

Sean Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi there, my name is Sean and I work with clients who struggle with negative self-talk and other anxiety disorders. I also work with traumatic issues such as survivors of physical and emotional abuse.

I bring with me 10+ years of clinical experience in cognitive behavioral, narrative, and talk therapies working with clients who struggle with negative self talk and other anxiety disorders.

I know in this post pandemic world it can be extremely stressful filled with anxiety and dread. It is always a good idea to have a friendly listening ear to help alleviate your feelings.

I also work with traumatic issues such as survivors of physical and emotional abuse. I work with childhood trauma as well using the psychodynamic approach.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Robin Daughenbaugh

Robin Daughenbaugh

Therapist

Virtual • California


Welcome, I'm glad you're here. I’m Robin Daughenbaugh, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 years of social work experience in both public and private sectors. Throughout my career, I’ve had the privilege of working with adults from all walks of life, helping them navigate the challenges that life can bring.

I specialize in working with individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, substance use, childhood trauma, homelessness, life transitions, and self-esteem issues. If you're facing challenges that feel difficult to manage on your own, I'm here to help you navigate them with support and care.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Edith Quevedo

Edith Quevedo

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My goal is to provide a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Marissa Aro

Dr. Marissa Aro

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I find it especially meaningful to support individuals who are on a journey with weight loss, bariatric surgery, and the many emotional and behavioral challenges that come with these life changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alexandra Portnoy

Alexandra Portnoy

Therapist

Virtual • California


“She employs evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, EMDR, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to customize treatment plans to each client's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jack Chamberlin

Jack Chamberlin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with issues involved with aging; trauma-related disorders, such as PTSD, and depression/anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Gregory Young

Gregory Young

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My passion is to help others navigate and heal from life's difficult situations that come their way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Daniel Egharevba

Daniel Egharevba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take time to understand your symptoms, history, and strengths so we can build a treatment plan that supports long‐term stability and meaningful progress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Felista Anugom

Felista Anugom

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I listen to my clients and work together with them as a team to identify an appropriate treatment plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Wendy Vazquez

Wendy Vazquez

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I strive to provde you with a warm and caring environment where you can feel supported and comfortable sharing the things that are important to you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Denise Smith

Denise Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Corning, CA


“I take a warm, culturally responsive, and strengths-based approach, creating a safe space where my clients feel heard and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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
Eleanor Raymond

Eleanor Raymond

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi I'm Eleanor! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California and New Mexico. I am passionate about empowering people to build self-trust and self-acceptance. Most of my clients come to therapy because they want to make a change or cope with a change that they did not choose.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kendall Wood

Kendall Wood

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Bakersfield, CA


“Therapy is a wonderful opportunity for individuals to gain a new life perspective, work through challenges, and foster desired change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Dr. Katherine Shachar

Dr. Katherine Shachar

Psychologist

Virtual • Newport Beach, CA


“My style is warm, curious and practical. I blend proven tools like CBT, EMDR and mindfulness with deeper work on where patterns began, so you feel relief now and see lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Drew Scott

Dr. Drew Scott

Psychologist

Virtual • San Diego, CA


“I bring over 20 years of experience bridging the space between thoughts, feelings, and actions to facilitate your growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Rivera

Deborah Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in helping adults and veterans navigate heavy burdens such as depression, anxiety, profound grief, trauma, and family substance abuse.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rachel Stegman

Rachel Stegman

Therapist

Virtual • Brentwood, CA


“As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Meredith Levy

Meredith Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Monica, CA


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in California with a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University. Over the past 15 years, I have worked with a wide range of clients and have developed a practice treating substance use disorders, personality disorders, mood disorders, and executive functioning challenges. I am also trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and incorporate evidence-based techniques tailored to each client's unique needs.

Before becoming a therapist, I earned a Juris Doctor and an MBA, experiences that give me a unique perspective on the complex personal, professional, and life challenges many clients face. Whether you are struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, emotional regulation, relationship difficulties, or feeling stuck, my goal is to provide practical tools, compassionate support, and a collaborative environment where meaningful change can occur.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 7 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
Sean Leonard

Sean Leonard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Carlsbad, CA


I am a board-certified nurse practitioner with many years of experience in healthcare, including primary care, psychiatric mental health, leadership, and wellness-based practice. My background has allowed me to work with individuals facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, and medical concerns, and I understand how closely mental health and physical health are connected.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elliot Horowitz

Elliot Horowitz

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm here to listen without judgment and to help you make sense of what you're going through at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Linda Lafrance

Linda Lafrance

Therapist

Virtual • Palmdale, CA


“My approach is grounded in family systems theory and is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Yashwanthi Mirji

Yashwanthi Mirji

Therapist

Virtual • Simi Valley, CA


“My treatment approach is a blend of psychodynamic and cognitive interventions, working collaboratively with clients to provide relief from trauma related anxiety and depression.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darian McCrackin

Darian McCrackin

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I want you to internalize the process so you don't need me forever. Come in, get what you need, and get back to living—return if life opens a new chapter.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Clinton Gaver

Clinton Gaver

Therapist

Virtual • California


“For nine years, I have treated clients with depression, anxiety, relational issues, anger issues, sex and substance addictions, PTSD, and chronic mental health diagnoses to make lasting positive changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Melissa Deneau

Melissa Deneau

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I help clients understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and guide them in building practical tools to feel more in control of their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

David Jacobson, PsyD, Lcsw

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My own experience as a young person in treatment inspired me to pursue a career in behavioral health...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Connelly

Rachel Connelly

Therapist

Virtual • California


“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
Barbara Spalding

Barbara Spalding

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach to therapy is 'nonjudgemental teamwork.' We utilize my skills and experience with your intimate knowledge of yourself to move you toward your goals of decreased stress and suffering, improved functioning and greater overall fulfillment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Sherman Oaks, CA

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Sherman Oaks, CA
There are over 47 therapists in Sherman Oaks, CA accepting new patients.
47+
Average years in practice
Watercolor illustration of a bookshelf
11 years
Top specialties offered
Watercolor illustration of specialties
  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 94%PTSD
  • 94%Depression
  • 91%Trauma
Insurances accepted
Watercolor illustration of insurance cards
  • 100%Aetna
  • 74%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Cigna
  • 49%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
Watercolor illustration of languages
  • 94%English
  • 13%Spanish
  • 9%Armenian
  • 4%Farsi
  • 4%French
How they see their clients
Watercolor illustration of therapy session
  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
Watercolor illustration of gender identity
  • 55%Woman
  • 43%Man
  • 2%Non-binary
License types
Watercolor illustration of license
  • 57%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 15%Nurse Practitioner
  • 13%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 11%Clinical Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
Watercolor illustration of treatment approach
  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 53%Family therapy
  • 36%Couples therapy
  • 21%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.