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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in District of Columbia

Headway connects District of Columbia residents with 264 licensed providers experienced in addiction recovery, offering evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. Sessions are available virtually or in-person with flexible scheduling and copays as low as $0 through insurance.

Dr. Stewart Jones

Dr. Stewart Jones

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I believe everyone deserves to live an abundant, fulfilling life—and I'm passionate about guiding you toward that transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sondra Petty

Sondra Petty

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My greatest strength is the empathy and compassion with my clients. We are on this journey together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaKetia Peoples

LaKetia Peoples

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I integrate CBT with mindfulness, stress-management techniques, and practical skill-building to help clients achieve long-term emotional wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vida Robb

Vida Robb

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


Welcome to a space of care, balance, and renewal. I’m Vida Robb, a licensed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 18 years of nursing experience and a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. I specialize in adult, adolescent, and child psychiatry, providing compassionate, evidence-based care for challenges such as depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, addiction, and schizophrenia.

My approach is holistic and personalized. I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—while honoring each individual’s unique story, culture, and goals. Whether you’re overcoming obstacles, seeking stability, or striving for growth, I tailor treatment plans to meet your needs and walk with you every step of the way. Patients often describe me as approachable and down-to-earth, and I strive to create a welcoming space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered.

Outside of my work, I’m a proud mother of three preteen daughters. Whether we’re biking, roller skating, or exploring new destinations, family life inspires my passion for helping others live meaningful, fulfilling lives.

Above all, my goal is to ease the fears or uncertainties you may feel about seeking help. From our first meeting, you’ll be met with compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to your well-being. Together, we’ll navigate your path toward healing and a healthier future.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jason Deramo

Jason Deramo

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


I believe in the inherent wisdom and strength within all human beings and I utilize a number of approaches to reveal that wisdom and strength within my clients.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sharron Spriggs

Dr. Sharron Spriggs

Psychologist

Virtual • District of Columbia


I have experience working with clients who have experienced troubled childhood. I work to unpack early experiences and rebuild. I create a safe space for clients to feel comfortable and share their experiences.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Atiya Stewart

Atiya Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I am licensed in the District of Columbia with seven years of professional work experience helping teens, adults, and couples.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Fox

Christina Fox

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


Hey! I'm Christina, and I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 7 years experience providing individual, couples, family, and group therapy on an outpatient basis. I am thoroughly trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two off-shoots of CBT that incorporate acceptance and mindfulness. I currently serve as the chapter president for Mid-Atlantic Chapter of The Association for Contextual Behavioral Sciences, and I am a contributing author to an upcoming manual on a developing integrative therapy, Contextually-focused DBT. Basically, I'm a therapy nerd. I love and believe in my practice, and am always on the hunt to learn more and be the best therapist I can be.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Tosin Sowunmi

Dr. Tosin Sowunmi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My extensive background spans the management of depression, ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, grief, loss, and cultural and relationship issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Udachi Chima

Dr. Udachi Chima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


A highly motivated, result-oriented Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in nursing. Providing holistic, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Andrea Kenoff

Andrea Kenoff

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I believe in a holistic approach with an appreciation that the mind, body, brain and spirit are intimately intertwined and impacted by one another.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Direct, Energetic, Holistic, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Che'vaniece Marshall

Che'vaniece Marshall

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Zari Encarnacion-White

Zari Encarnacion-White

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I have worked with veterans and utilize EMDR to assist with navigating their trauma to live healthier fuller lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Uche Fabiku

Uche Fabiku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I focus on building trust with my clients, actively listening to their concerns, and involving them in treatment decisions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jordan Seltzer

Jordan Seltzer

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I believe that connecting the dots between past trauma and present struggles leads to powerful insights, which ultimately pave the way for lasting transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Wilhem Rivera Vega

Dr. Wilhem Rivera Vega

Psychiatrist

Virtual • District of Columbia


Dr. Rivera employs an integrative style that focuses on the individual's sleep, diet, physical and mental fitness. He enjoys working in particular with weight loss, men's wellness, de-prescription from psychotropic medications, and detox from long-term substance use: tobacco, alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines. Furthermore, he specializes in the diagnosis and management of attention, mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sandra Rublee

Sandra Rublee

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I offer a safe and supportive environment where you can openly share your concerns that contribute to your distress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Perri Kruse

Perri Kruse

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in California and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) in Washington, DC. I provide psychotherapy to adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and life transitions.

I currently work with the Integrative Digestive Health team at UCLA Health and also provide therapy through Lyra Health. I bring extensive experience across medical and mental health settings, including six years as a liver transplant social worker at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, work on the first COVID unit at George Washington University Hospital, and leadership roles in community mental health organizations in Washington, DC.

My approach is warm, collaborative, and client-centered, grounded in trauma-informed care. I primarily use cognitive behavioral and solution-focused therapies while tailoring treatment to each individual. I have particular expertise in trauma, the intersection of physical and mental health, and interpersonal relationships. I offer both short- and long-term therapy and believe meaningful change happens in a space that feels safe, supportive, and authentic.

I am happy to provide a free 15-minute consultation (upon request) to ensure a good fit. To request a consultation, please email: [email protected].

Outside of work, I enjoy traveling, hiking in the Los Angeles mountains, kayaking, and spending time with my rescue dog, Sophia.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Katie Calabrese

Katie Calabrese

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My background spans a licensed forensic psychiatric hospital, an ambulatory substance-use treatment program, and private practice.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Dickson

Dr. Michael Dickson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I provide a safe, supportive space where you can be heard, understood, and empowered to take the next step toward healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tammerra Hewitt

Tammerra Hewitt

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“The goal is to meet each client where they are then guide them to anew path with open, direct and solution oriented therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kim Jackson

Kim Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“It is always my professional goal for my clients to complete each counseling session having a greater sense of who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Toia Dennis

Toia Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I work with you to address depression and anxiety by helping you feel safe, supported, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kathryn Defilippi

Dr. Kathryn Defilippi

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I provide humanistic therapy, along with CBT, DBT, solution-focused, and strength-based therapy to help work through these challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Saliman

Danielle Saliman

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I have witnessed incredible growth and healing in the individuals and couples I have worked with and believe that every person who is committed to inner work is capable of creating the life they want and deserve.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sharlita Boyd

Sharlita Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My therapeutic style balances empathy with practical support. I believe therapy should feel like a space where you can show up fully — without pressure to have everything figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adijat Adeyemi

Adijat Adeyemi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I work closely with clients to create personalized care plans tailored to their unique needs, ensuring each client feels truly heard, supported, and helping them achieve optimal mental health and overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Linda Ahaghotu

Linda Ahaghotu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes within their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jodene Jensen

Jodene Jensen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I offer medication management with supportive therapy in a safe, compassionate, and warm space where you are heard and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Micah Goodwin

Dr. Micah Goodwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Washington, DC


“My goal is to provide a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where you can be yourself without feeling rushed, dismissed, or misunderstood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kevin Lineberger

Kevin Lineberger

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I've spent over thirty years walking alongside people as they work through some of life's most difficult experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Tekeah Mason

Dr. Tekeah Mason

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“You already have strengths, even if you don't always see them. Let's identify those superpowers and use them to overcome challenges and move toward the life you want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Olubunmi Salami

Dr. Olubunmi Salami

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My approach integrates compassionate medication management with empathetic support, aiming to reduce mental health stigma and bridge the gap between mental and physical wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Devlin

Peter Devlin

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“I practice a relational form of psychodynamic/humanistic therapy that views the therapeutic relationship as central to the therapeutic process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Denise Wright

Dr. Denise Wright

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“The ideal outcome is for person(s) to walk away with a set of tools that they can apply in the future to maintain a sense of well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Alice Ukaegbu

Dr. Alice Ukaegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My dedication to service, and unmatched ability to really listen to you allows me to build trust each patient.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marianne Lopez

Marianne Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


My journey stems from my own story of resilience in the face of hardships. I became a therapist because I have always wanted to help people through some of their darkest hours. Being exposed to some dark hours myself, I know that it is difficult to do it alone. When you have someone to confide in, assist you through the hard times, and just let you know that you are not alone, makes a difference.

My therapeutic approach includes CBT, Person-Centered Therapy, Relational Therapy, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, SFT, EFT, IFS, and just speaking like a human being. I offer a compassionate, trauma-informed space where you can feel safe, seen, and supported. My approach is relational and personalized—we'll explore your story together, build coping tools, and move toward healing with curiosity, courage, and care.

Therapy with me is real, down-to-earth, and never boring. I mix honesty, humor, and heart to make the process comfortable. I help adults manage emotions, build confidence, and tackle life's challenges with tools that work. Think of it as a safe space to be yourself, grow, and maybe laugh along the way. Please book here or at https://evolvetothrive9.com.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Saoit

Amanda Saoit

Therapist

Virtual • Washington, DC


“It's my greatest honor to help others walk through what may be the most difficult challenges of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sherith Wilkins

Sherith Wilkins

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


“My professional journey has been deeply rooted in the belief that every individual has the resilience and capacity to heal when provided with the right support.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rochelle Toyer

Rochelle Toyer

Therapist

Virtual • District of Columbia


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and sense of wholeness in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that step! I’ve been practicing for over 30 years with individuals and families, but in the last 2 decades, my main focus has been working with persons recovering or still struggling with drugs and/or alcohol abuse. Those who are struggling with anxiety and depression and feelings of failure.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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