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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in South Pasadena, CA

Whether navigating alcohol use disorder, stimulant abuse, or cannabis dependence, South Pasadena residents can find compassionate providers on Headway experienced in relapse prevention and dual diagnosis treatment. Flexible scheduling and multiple therapy modalities ensure you find the right fit for your recovery goals without financial barriers.

Jonathan Kusmulyana

Jonathan Kusmulyana

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I focus on creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and supportive space where you can feel comfortable being open and heard.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Megan Ward

Megan Ward

Therapist

Virtual • California


Are you feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, grief, trauma, relationship stress, or family boundaries? I support adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, postpartum concerns, trauma, PTSD, grief, substance use, and relationship challenges. I especially support daughters of narcissistic mothers and people navigating estrangement or no contact. I welcome all races, genders, identities, LGBTQIA+ clients, and neurodivergent adults, including those with ADHD or ADD. As a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience, I offer warmth, empathy, and respect for how identity and life shapes what you carry.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joy Zembruski

Joy Zembruski

Therapist

Virtual • Laguna Beach, CA


“In your first therapy session, you can expect a welcoming, low-pressure environment designed to help us get to know one another and begin building rapport.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 19 insurance carriers
Poonlarp Lurslurchachai

Poonlarp Lurslurchachai

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I specialize in medication management. I work with individuals dealing with ADHD, mood dysregulation, depression, anxiety, intrusive thoughts, and insomnia.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lynee George

Lynee George

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I take a down-to-earth, collaborative approach to care. I believe you're the expert in your own experience, and my role is to guide and support you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sergio Gueller

Sergio Gueller

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Your new energy will heal the wounds from the past that prevent you from living the best version of yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Stephen Smith

Stephen Smith

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I believe understanding what lies beneath a problem gives you more choices about what to do with it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jeaneen Johnson

Jeaneen Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I focus on building a trusting, down-to-earth relationship where you feel safe, respected, and encouraged to speak up for what you need.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alex Bailey

Alex Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Pasadena, CA


I have found my own personal healing to be intimately connected to nature, and it is here that I believe that we can all begin to rediscover our intrinsic humanity and let go of those things that distract us from our higher selves. In my spare time, I work as an outdoor educator and manage my own private practice and guide Outdoor Retreats

I believe it is helpful and important to translate what is discussed in session and in telehealth meetings into lived experience and real change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Manley

Mark Manley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Temecula, CA


Sometimes a thoughtful conversation with the right person can make all the difference. As an experienced therapist, husband, and father, I bring both professional training and real-life wisdom to help people navigate life’s challenges. Over many years of both life and clinical work, I’ve had the privilege of helping people move through difficult seasons, gain clarity, and reconnect with their strengths. Whether this is your first time seeking therapy or you’re returning after time away, it’s normal to feel uncertain. Our first conversation is simply a starting point. I often work with people facing life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling stuck, seeking clarity and a practical path forward. Together, we’ll slow things down, understand what’s happening, and identify steps that help move you forward. If you are going through a difficult season, you don't have to navigate it alone.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Katy Waldorf

Katy Waldorf

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“I specialize in treating ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, and depression with a focus on individualized medication management and holistic well-being.”
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
Natasha Houston

Natasha Houston

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach with my clients is open and honest communication while offering a non-judgmental approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
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
Dr. Stephanie Schilling

Dr. Stephanie Schilling

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I'm comfortable sitting with intensity and won't shy away from the hard parts of your story, and we always move at your pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Thomas Moore

Thomas Moore

Therapist

Virtual • California


I’m Thomas Moore, LPCC, a licensed professional clinical counselor providing therapy for individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity development, and complex relational patterns. Many of the people I work with feel stuck in repeating cycles such as overthinking, people pleasing, emotional shutdown, intense reactions, or difficulty maintaining stable relationships even when they logically understand what they should do. My goal is to help you translate insight into real change.

My approach is structured and compassionate. I integrate evidence based methods including cognitive restructuring, emotional regulation training, interpersonal effectiveness skills, and trauma informed therapy. Sessions focus on understanding why your brain reacts the way it does and building practical tools you can actually use outside the therapy room. This is not only about talking through problems but learning how to respond differently when they show up in real life.

I work well with clients who want more than passive support and are ready to build skills, increase self awareness, and interrupt patterns that no longer serve them.

What clients should know before starting

Therapy with me is collaborative and active and you will learn strategies rather than only venting. We will work on understanding both the emotional and neurological side of your reactions. Sessions focus on present day functioning while also addressing past experiences that still affect you. I may gently challenge patterns when it supports growth while maintaining a supportive and respectful space. Progress often comes from small repeated changes rather than sudden breakthroughs.

If you are looking for therapy that combines validation with practical change, we will likely work well together.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Marco Zacarias

Marco Zacarias

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hello, I am Marco, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 8 years of experience supporting clients from all backgrounds. My areas of focus include men's issues, anxiety, depression, relationship dynamics, and psychotic disorders. I believe the most effective therapy is rooted in authenticity and mutual respect. My approach is collaborative and direct; I provide a safe, honest space to explore your challenges, focusing on practical truths rather than avoidance.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Camille Concepcion

Camille Concepcion

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fresno, CA


Hi! I’m Camille. Thank you for being here. For more than 15 years, I’ve had the privilege of caring for individuals and families across many different healthcare settings—from emergency nursing and the COVID-19 pandemic response to travel and concierge nursing, Intensive Outpatient Programs (IOP), Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), and outpatient psychiatry. After years of living and working in major cities, including New York and Los Angeles, I eventually found my way to California’s Sierra Nevada foothills. My own experiences shape the way I connect with people. I’m a mother, a first-generation immigrant, part of a multicultural family, and a member of a rural mountain community. A meaningful part of my work is with high-achieving adults—professionals, executives, graduate students, entrepreneurs, healthcare workers, and others who may appear to be doing well by every external measure while privately feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, burned out, or simply not quite like themselves. I also understand the unique weight that can come with intergenerational expectations, cultural identity, and learning to navigate more than one world at once.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sydney Ashe

Sydney Ashe

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I specialize in working with adolescents, creative professionals, and individuals seeking relief from overwhelming thoughts, addictive patterns, and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Melissa Mott

Melissa Mott

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I have experience working with diverse populations including children, families, adolescents, the unhoused, veterans, survivors of DV and sexual assault...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stella Yufenyuy

Stella Yufenyuy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


Welcome! I’m a dedicated Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), passionate about providing holistic, solution-oriented care to individuals of all ages. I earned my degree from the University of South Alabama, and my approach is rooted in compassion, active listening, and evidence-based treatment tailored to your unique needs.

I specialize in medication management and psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, OCD, PTSD, bipolar disorder, ADHD, schizophrenia, and mood disorders. Whether you’re a child, young adult, or part of the older adult population, my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where healing and growth can thrive.

I believe in treating the whole person, not just symptoms. Together, we’ll develop a personalized plan to help you regain balance and move forward with confidence. I look forward to supporting you on your mental wellness journey!

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Julie Amoruso

Julie Amoruso

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Elk Grove, CA


“I offer medication management with supportive counseling for mental health care issues by virtual appointment and in-person appointments.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Melani Danoukh

Melani Danoukh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My approach to care focuses on looking beyond symptoms to uncover the root causes of the struggles my clients face.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joanna Joestar

Joanna Joestar

Therapist

Virtual • California


I use she/her pronouns. I am a child of refugees. I have a Master of Social Work and did my Bachelor of Arts in Asian American Studies with a Minor in Global Health. I have worked with many individuals struggling with a range of challenges including but not limited to depression, anxiety, psychosis, alcohol and substance use/abuse, chronic health challenges such as HIV and diabetes, as well as gender affirming care. In my free time, I enjoy playing a variety of video games, going to live shows, grabbing a bite to eat with loved ones, exploring new areas, and riding my motorcycle.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Anthony Marcaida

Anthony Marcaida

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“Your first session is a comfortable, judgment-free assessment where we focus on you—your experiences, your goals, and what matters most right now.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Dr. Maryjane Henshaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Board-Certified PMHNP dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care to patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Louise Thompson

Dr. Louise Thompson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Sacramento, CA


“She believes in listening to patients in a non-judgmental, respectful, compassionate and empathetic atmosphere as the first step to a therapeutic alliance for overcoming personal obstacles for a more fulfilling quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Suenia Villa

Suenia Villa

Therapist

Virtual • Fremont, CA


I work well with anyone who seeks therapy and is ready to work on themselves. I have worked with about every population, culture and age group. Issues that I am best suited to treating include a wide variety of disorders, childhood trauma, addictions, domestic violence, parenting/bonding/interpersonal relationships. I certified in EMDR and expressive arts therapy. I like to offer different forms of expression to my clients in the healing arts. I also give plenty of skill building tools and homework so clients can maximize their progress outside of the weekly sessions. I speak Spanish fluently.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Jarrad Malamed

Jarrad Malamed

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


Making the decision to start therapy is a profound investment of your time, energy, and vulnerability. If you are looking for a blank-slate clinician who simply nods and listens, we might not be the best fit. I offer a highly engaged, malleable, and unflinching partnership.

My approach is rooted in the belief that while the work of untangling our lives is deeply structural, the room itself doesn't always have to feel heavy. I bring a grounded warmth to my practice—which means knowing how to sit quietly in the gravity of a difficult truth, but also knowing when to break the tension, exhale, and find the light in the sheer complexity of being human. I won’t just sit in silence while you do all the heavy lifting; I am an active collaborator who adapts to exactly where you are.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Dexter

William Dexter

Therapist

Virtual • California


My name is William Dexter I am a LMFT licensed marriage family therapist. I am devoted to the health, well-being, and safety of clients and have lived a clean and sober lifestyle for over thirty years. My approach to therapy is to focus on relationships with yourself, with others, and with your Higher Power or GOD as you understand him. I believe the problem is not knowing who you are, and the solution is finding out who you are.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sheldon Cohen

Sheldon Cohen

Therapist

Virtual • California


“I've been in the mental health field since 2015 and have had the privilege of working with many different populations and settings—from residential programs to PHP and IOP levels of care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Adrianne Clinton

Adrianne Clinton

Therapist

Virtual • Santa Clara, CA


“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
Ryan Jordan

Ryan Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • California


“Therapeutically, I specialize in substance abuse counseling/addiction, as I am a certified substance use counselor and have worked in substance abuse treatment before becoming a therapist.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Direct, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Trisha Contarino

Trisha Contarino

Psychologist

Virtual • California


“I individualize our work for you, often drawing on practical tools to help reframe the negative thinking patterns that so often fuel emotional distress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessie Licon

Jessie Licon

Therapist

Virtual • California


Hi! I'm a Latino therapist (he/him) born and raised in East Los Angeles. I earned my bachelor's degree in psychology from UCLA and my Master of Social Work from California State University, Long Beach. With nearly 9 years of experience in child welfare, probation, and community mental health, I use a holistic, trauma-informed approach to support individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, and the effects of trauma. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, heard, and supported.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Allyse Pratt

Allyse Pratt

Therapist

Virtual • California


“My approach is solution-oriented, open-minded, and empowering. I believe therapy should be a collaborative space where you feel heard, understood, and respected while working toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christopher Grasso

Christopher Grasso

Therapist

Virtual • California


Greetings,

My name is Christopher M Grasso, LPCC and I am a psychotherapist and professional clinical counselor. I have a Master of Arts Degree in Addiction studies with Integrated Recovery for Cooccurring Disorders and hold the professional license of LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor). I have 7 years experience as a LAADC (Licensed Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor) in a residential recovery environment, and more than 2 years as an LPCC. I have been conducting one on one and group therapy, both in-person and remote, for the last 8 years and my specialized areas of treatment include:

· Addiction Related Behaviors

· Substance Abuse

· Trauma

· PTSD

· Depression

· General Anxiety

· Performance Anxiety

· Life Transitions

· And Grief & Loss

My goal is to be your partner in finding the change you desire.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Diana Waszczuk-Howlin

Diana Waszczuk-Howlin

Therapist

Virtual • Los Angeles, CA


“I believe that every person has an innate capacity for healing and I am interested in helping people discover theirs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Carl Modeste

Dr. Carl Modeste

Psychologist

Virtual • California


There are things you have learned to work around instead of talk about, and after a while that starts to feel normal. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and seniors across California, and often with whole families who are trying to get through something together. A lot of my work is with people carrying trauma they have never fully unpacked, parents navigating the emotional weight of pregnancy and new parenthood, and people trying to change a pattern of substance use that has already cost them more than they meant to lose. My goal is to meet you where you are, not where a treatment plan says you should be.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Erica Metu

Erica Metu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“My communication style is warm, empathetic, and collaborative. In sessions, I create a tone that is open and nonjudgmental, so patients feel safe sharing their experiences honestly.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Odiri Akushe Dnppm

Dr. Odiri Akushe Dnppm

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • California


“Client can expect a nonjudgmental, positive energized, Holistic, individualized treatments that is base on evidence practice.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of South Pasadena, CA
There are over 41 therapists in South Pasadena, CA accepting new patients.
41+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 93%Depression
  • 88%Relationship issues
  • 88%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 80%Anthem Blue Cross California
  • 66%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 56%Cigna
  • 51%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 10%Armenian
  • 10%Spanish
  • 5%Russian
  • 2%Arabic
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 54%Woman
  • 46%Man
License types
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  • 46%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 17%Nurse Practitioner
  • 15%Clinical Psychologist
  • 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 46%Family therapy
  • 34%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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