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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Torrance, CA
Torrance residents struggling with cravings, triggers, or withdrawal can connect with addiction specialists using DBT skills, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Community Reinforcement approaches. Sessions are customizable for your needs, with 2,677 providers available and transparent insurance coverage.
“I believe that mental health care should be collaborative. I take the time to understand your concerns in depth, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that aligns with your goals and values.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I use research-backed therapeutic approaches that promote lasting change in my clients' ways of living without requiring years of psychotherapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My initial approach to therapy is to learn as much as I can about the client and begin formulating a trusting relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“In working together I want to understand where you have been, where you are now, and where you hope to be.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to offer a steady, thoughtful space where you can better understand what you're feeling, regain clarity, and begin moving toward relief and stability.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“With CBT approach to psychotherapy, you will learn skills to examin how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences, and learn how to change your circumstances.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am here to support you in building self-awareness + learning tools to help you overcome the challenges you are facing so you can thrive.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I bring a collaborative, practical, and supportive approach to helping people make meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“As a trauma informed therapist, I know firsthand the complex, invisible threads of historical imprints, cultural displacement, and the quiet resilience it takes to build a life anew.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“For more than 15 years, I've worked specifically with adults in the second half of life — people navigating the real, unglamorous weight of caregiving, health changes, retirement, grief, and all the identity shifts that come with major life...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I approach therapy with a compassionate and empathetic mindset, aiming to establish a strong alliance and foster collaboration with my clients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 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 name is Gerardo Salinas. I have been a Licensed Clinical Social worker and therapist for more than 13 years. I have worked with adults, youth, and families from varied life experiences. I enjoy working with clients from diverse backgrounds.
My goal is to provide a space that feels warm, non-judgmental and more importantly helpful. I work with adults, adolescents and adults who are experiencing trauma, depression, anxiety, grief and many of the other effects and challenges.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I create a nonjudgmental space where you can show up as you are and explore what you want to change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I specialize in supporting actors, musicians, and other creative professionals in the entertainment industry who want to heal beneath the surface and reconnect with their purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Having navigated my own recovery and healing journey, I know that insight alone doesn't always create change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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“My approach is warm, incisive, and encouraging of your strengths, as I believe your strengths are the best lens with which to see and lift-up your weaknesses.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I work with patients to develop their personal and individual treatment plan to meet their specific needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Clients often describe my style as warm, supportive, and infused with humor, which helps create a safe space for exploration and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
I have been described as a “down to earth” and “real” therapist. I like to believe these are accurate descriptors. I bring a plethora of experience to my therapy room; however, I recognize, acknowledge, and celebrate the client being the expert on their life. I provide a safe environment which allows my clients to be transparent without judgment. It takes a lot of courage to reach out for help and it is definitely a risk. We need to remember there is no growth without risk!
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“She prioritizes building a solid therapeutic relationship with her patients based on trust, empathy, and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I see therapy as a collaborative and meaningful space where all parts of your experience are welcome.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe healing begins with a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust, compassion, and collaboration.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe therapy is most effective when it is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique experiences and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is active, collaborative, and deeply grounded in the present moment. I believe therapy should be more than just a place to vent; it should be a strategic partnership where you reclaim your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about building therapeutic relationships, promoting recovery, preventing suicide, and empowering patients through education and support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I approach my clinical work through a systemic lens, recognizing how socio political and institutional factors shape identity, mental health, and access to care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I see the therapeutic experience as collaborative between the client and the therapist, that you feel heard, seen, understood as well as respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Creative, Direct, Empowering, Energetic, Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I work with adults and young adults who are, by most measures, doing fine - but privately feel like they're running on fumes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I am also a Black, Nigerian-American clinician who speaks Igbo fluently, and I bring both lived experience and clinical training to working with clients from African and African diaspora backgrounds.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help people move beyond feeling stuck and build lives that feel more meaningful and aligned with their values.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I bring a compassionate, down-to-earth approach to mental health treatment for individuals and families.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I completed my undergraduate work at UCSB and later earned my master’s degree in Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University. The early part of my career was in corporate management roles. My experience in the business sector provides me with special insight into the particular demands of balancing work, life, and family roles.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I began my career at Western New England University conducting research. Upon finishing undergraduate studies, I moved to southern California focusing my work on providing therapy to individuals with schizophrenia spectrum illness, depression, bipolar and substance abuse. Jamal’s work has led him to take on advocacy roles related to assisting families with academic and legal concerns. Jamal’s passions have led him to trauma and psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I take an active stance and help facilitate your own insight, adding a large dose of gentleness and compassion as well.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 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 specialize in providing treatment to individuals who are experiencing difficulties with feelings of anxiety, depression, substance use, grief, trauma and/or life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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 5 insurance carriers
“She has extensive experience in psychiatric mental health both in pediatric, teenagers and geriatric population and effective management of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, Substance abuse, OCD, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders, Schizophrenia and Mood...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I help clients find a deeper understanding of themselves, cultivate personal growth, and improve their relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Torrance, CA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Torrance, CA
33+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 100%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 91%PTSD
- 88%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
- 100%Aetna
- 67%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 61%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 58%Providence Health Plan
- 48%Cigna
Languages spoken
- 100%English
- 6%Spanish
- 3%Arabic
- 3%Armenian
- 3%Farsi
How they see their clients
- 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 52%Woman
- 48%Man
License types
- 52%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 15%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 12%Nurse Practitioner
- 9%Clinical Psychologist
- 9%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 27%Couples therapy
- 3%Child or adolescent therapy
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