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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Walnut Creek, CA
Walnut Creek residents struggling with substance use, alcohol, or behavioral addiction can access evidence-based treatment through Headway's network of 2,684 licensed providers. Our platform offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with proven modalities like CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing to support recovery and relapse prevention.
“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 5 insurance carriers
“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I believe balancing your mental health and physical wellness is key to improving stability in life.”
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
“My work is grounded in psychodynamic and psychoanalytic approaches, with careful attention to development, attachment, trauma, and the complexity of each individual's inner life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“My mission is to help people to be more themselves by challenging their limitations and empower them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I take a warm, collaborative, and down-to-earth approach, creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My approach to providing care includes empathetic listening, unconditional positive regard, transparency and radical curiosity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I focus on building a strong, trusting bond with my clients that serves as a foundation for exploration and change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform—where we can slow things down and make sense of what's coming up for you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“According to a rich variety of spiritual traditions, all major setbacks in life can be "solved" by a particular attitude towards these setbacks...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I bring a direct yet compassionate approach to our sessions, creating a casual and conversational atmosphere where we work together to achieve your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I help my clients feel worthy of turning their big loving hearts toward themselves so they can feel more agency and alignment in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
I’m passionate about helping those who need help mentally and emotionally
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anxiety and perfectionism have turned your mind into a battleground. Your inner critic nitpicks every interaction, leaving you exhausted by thoughts of “Damnit, why can’t I just be better!” Painful memories get louder, no matter how hard you try to ignore them. Daily invalidations of your Latina, queer, or immigrant identity sting, and you feel isolated as you keep your suffering to yourself. You’ve tried everything: doom scrolling, drinking, and self-help books, but nothing has worked. You're left feeling hopeless and weighed down.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My approach is collaborative and compassionate, and I strive to see the world through your perspective while helping you move toward the person you want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Seeking help for your mental health is a sign of strength, and I am proud of people who advocate for their well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I strive to be the kind of therapist I would want—compassionate, relatable, and actively engaged in the process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Multicultural and bilingual elements of my identity, and a history of enduring ethnic discrimination and immigration, significantly inform how I listen to my clients...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My practice emphasizes a direct approach and quick results, and clients typically see myriad types of improvement in their lives soon after commencing therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
My passion is to help others find more joy and meaning in their lives. I work creatively and collaboratively with adults, teens, and children to explore the heart of the matter. I have experience working in the schools, with a team at a counseling clinic, and in private practice. I specialize with teenagers and their families and moving into couples work as well.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is warm, collaborative, compassionate, and supportive. I have a relational and client-centered approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“They usually tell me that they feel comfortable with me as a professional, heard, not judged, and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I bring a real, attentive, and compassionate presence to therapy. I value building trust and creating a space where you can feel comfortable being yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My expertise is in delivering comprehensive healthcare that addresses both physical and psychological aspects of wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Much of our work will hinge on the relationship. Good therapy needs a real one - a place where you can think out loud, say what you don't usually say, and hear honest feedback about what might be going on.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am an active participant in the treatment and I believe that a therapeutic relationship must be based on trust and mutual respect.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a holistic, client-centered approach rooted in Gestalt principles, focusing on mind, body, and emotions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I tailor my approach to best serve my clients, using various modalities to support them such as Internal Family Systems, Eye-Movement Densitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“My approach with clients is warm and open, though depending on your specific concerns and needs I may also be direct in pointing out patterns that may be getting in the way of you achieving your goals or treatment outcomes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist based in Sonoma County with six years of clinical experience working with young people and families. I've worked across a range of settings including intensive residential treatment, county behavioral health, and outpatient care, and I bring that breadth of experience into my private practice. I specialize in working with preteens, teens, young adults, and families navigating anxiety, trauma, identity, family conflict, and life transitions. I also work with couples on a private pay basis.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Through self-realization and freedom, I help clients to live their lives to their fullest potential.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, PTSD
Affirming, Challenging, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Rachel's passion is to meet each client where they are in their life struggles, including self-esteem, relationships, and work, and guide them through the process of self-actualization to achieve independence so that they can return to full...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Board-certified psychiatrist in California specializing in child & adolescent psychiatry and addiction psychiatry, with over a decade of experience delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, honest, and practical. I take time to listen, explain treatment options clearly, and work with you to create a plan that makes sense for your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I'm an open minded individual and welcome any topics in treatment
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Hi, and welcome! I am Joy Nnebe, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I am thrilled you’re considering working with me.
I have 8 years of experience in psychiatric/mental health nursing, and I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, insomnia, trauma, and more, using approaches like CBT therapy and trauma-informed care. I aim to provide simple, non-judgmental, supportive, and personalized care to help you feel understood and empowered on your mental health journey.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I really enjoy helping clients get clarity and understanding about what is showing up in themselves and their lives, and how to work with and through it.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I think of the mind as a computer, and the goal of therapy is to be more in control of the computer so that you're running it, and it's not running you unconsciously.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is for you to feel heard, understood, and optimistic - with clarity and personalized strategies to live your best life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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
“My goal is to help you feel heard and understood while also providing practical, evidence-based strategies to improve your mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Walnut Creek, CA
Number of therapists serving Walnut Creek, CA
2,670+
Average years in practice
9 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 83%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 82%Cigna
- 77%Anthem Blue Cross California
- 66%Blue Shield of California
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 13%Spanish
- 2%Farsi
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Hindi
How they see their clients
- 89%Online only
- 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 68%Woman
- 31%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 42%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 27%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 15%Nurse Practitioner
- 8%Clinical Psychologist
- 6%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 42%Family therapy
- 29%Couples therapy
- 16%Child or adolescent therapy
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