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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Ventura, CA
Recovery from addiction is supported through Headway's network of compassionate providers in Ventura offering harm reduction, relapse prevention, and dual diagnosis treatment. Many providers have immediate availability, accept multiple insurance plans, and help patients focus on their recovery without worrying about out-of-pocket costs.
“Helping people reclaim their mental health and quality of life is not just my profession — it is my purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I see our relationship as a true partnership. While I bring clinical knowledge and evidence-based treatment approaches, you bring the most important element—intimate knowledge of your own experience, strengths, and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“With the help of Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, through a trauma-informed lens and humanistic-integrative approach, I assist individuals in identifying tools and skills that can enhance their quality of daily living.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My work sits at the intersection of psychiatry, primary care, and behavioral health — because I believe that true healing requires treating the whole person, not just a diagnosis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I decided to become a therapist after healing my own childhood trauma and realizing that what I went through, could be used as a gift to help others heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for open conversation. My goal is to help you understand your experience, develop effective coping strategies, and build resilience as we work toward the meaningful life you want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hello, I'm Gerrald Angeles, a psychiatric nurse practitioner. I provide psychiatric medication management for adults throughout California. I’m here to help you feel heard, understood, and supported in your mental health care. Whether you’re dealing with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, or navigating mental health challenges alongside chronic conditions, I’m here to help you find balance and feel your best.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I strive to cultivate a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where patients feel supported, informed, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Through compassion-focused care, I help individuals reduce self-criticism, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I provide comprehensive care for the full spectrum of complex psychiatric conditions, including ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, OCD, personality disorders, PTSD and trauma, schizophrenia and psychosis disorders, substance use disorders, depression,...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My style is calm, respectful, and practical, focusing on measurable progress and long-term stability.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“There is no ideal client: My purpose as your therapist is meet you where you are at in life and move forward with you on your journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to meet you exactly where you are, offering practical tools, fresh perspectives, and compassionate support to help ease the weight of anxiety, depression, trauma, and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a warm, supportive conversation rather than a rigid clinical interrogation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“With a Master of Science in Nursing from West Coast University and over six years of emergency and psychiatric nursing experience, I bring both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of mental health crises to my practice.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal isn't to "fix" you—you're not broken. I'm here to help you understand your conditions, develop coping strategies, and build on your strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I never hurry through visits or define anyone by a diagnosis. Instead, I take time to learn about you, including your history, the challenges you are facing right now, your strengths, and your goals for feeling better.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I specialize in complex presentations because mental health exists within your entire life experience, relationships, cultural background, and personal history.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“Vien takes a holistic, patient-centered approach, considering each client's mental, physical, and social well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you process your experiences so you can recognize and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of you living a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I don't see you as just a case, but as a unique individual deserving of respect, understanding, and compassionate care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Her kind style helps clients feel safe and understood. She focuses on clear communication, simple steps, and steady treatment that fits each person's needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in evidence-based practices. I believe therapy should be tailored to each person's unique needs, drawing on modalities such as EMDR for trauma, CBT and DBT for thought and behavior patterns,...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to create a warm, supportive, and judgment-free space where you feel comfortable sharing your concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“In our first session, you can expect a relaxed, conversational space where you don't need to have everything perfectly figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Together, we'll identify unhelpful thought patterns, develop healthy coping strategies, improve emotional regulation, build resilience...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Matthew is also an end-of-life doula and a Certified HeartMath® trainer, integrating mindfulness, emotional regulation, and compassionate presence into his work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a first generation Mexican American woman with more than 10 years of experience in mental health and geriatric care...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I provide LGBTQ+ affirming, culturally responsive, and sex-positive therapy. I welcome clients of all sexual orientations, gender identities, relationship structures, and expressions of sexuality.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“Mia provides thoughtful, collaborative care that integrates evidence-based medication management, psychoeducation, and supportive strategies tailored to each client's needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“My treatment philosophy centers on understanding you as a complete person, not just a collection of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“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
“My role is to walk alongside you, offering guidance, observations, and feedback to support your growth and well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am committed to delivering personalized, high-quality care in a respectful, non-judgmental, and supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach to care is collaborative and patient-centered—your body, your mind, and your voice matter.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“We look forward to working together with you and the family to achieve your goals of symptom remission, better functioning, and improved wellbeing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I have spent more than 20 years working with adults and seniors navigating mental health challenges, substance use, and the complicated ways the two can feed each other.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“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
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Ventura, CA
Number of therapists serving Ventura, CA
2,706+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 83%Cigna
- 79%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 65%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 12%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Mandarin
How they see their clients
- 90%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 68%Woman
- 31%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 26%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 16%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 43%Family therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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