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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Kissimmee, FL

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Kissimmee, FL

Headway connects Kissimmee residents with 3,333 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment, including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and many patients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance coverage.

Kshema Mathew

Kshema Mathew

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Longwood, FL


I am a compassionate listener who is focused on helping to improve our patient's quality of life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Yolanda Carter

Yolanda Carter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 28 mi away • Longwood, FL


“You are a unique individual worthy of individualized treatment, and I will meet you where you are...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Stephen Huber

Stephen Huber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Oviedo, FL


“I am a very creative and energetic therapist that believes most issues stem from beliefs in ourselves which can lead to emotional outcomes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Energetic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Cassandra Palmer

Cassandra Palmer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Altamonte Springs, FL


“You can expect to gain insight, receive assurance and validation, as well as leave sessions with tangible skills for how to cope with stressors in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wesley Faliszewski

Wesley Faliszewski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Lake Mary, FL


“My style is calm, respectful, and easy to talk to. I know that starting care with a new provider can feel stressful...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Debra Matthews-Robinson

Debra Matthews-Robinson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cocoa, FL


“Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or CBT is the primary therapy technique I use with clients. It is beneficial when addressing depression, anxiety, grief and substance misuse diagnoses.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Trauma
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Madelene Roserie-Hargrove

Madelene Roserie-Hargrove

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in helping you build a more connected and empowered life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
G Reed

G Reed

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“I love the work I do because I get ride along side of where your journey is taking you and see the growth and change and recover...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ruth Kimmons

Ruth Kimmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“My goal is to help you grow into a better version of yourself and be the support you need when you feel like there is no one else to turn to.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Miranda Bryant

Miranda Bryant

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Mount Dora, FL


Hi, I’m Miranda, a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

I provide supportive, evidence-based care for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, and life transitions. My approach combines medication management with a therapy-informed style so you feel heard—not rushed.

I have a special interest in women’s mental health, including pregnancy and postpartum support.

My goal is simple: help you feel better in a way that fits your life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michelle Keaton

Michelle Keaton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“My hope is that clients who are working with me start to recognize their anxiety as your body's early warning system, and not an enemy to be vanquished.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Genci Shkembi- Doctor In Nursing Practice, Pmhnp

Genci Shkembi- Doctor In Nursing Practice, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Tampa, FL


“I am passionate about helping my patients achieve balance in their lives and utilize a holistic and all-encompassing approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Loriann Antemesaris

Loriann Antemesaris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeland, FL


“I provide cognitive-behavioral therapy while incorporating mindfulness and strengths-based techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ivy Lee

Ivy Lee

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Winter Park, FL


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Hi everyone! My name is Ivy, and I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner based in Orlando, FL.

I am a 28 year old female (she/her) that enjoys watching anime, playing video games, and spending time with my five cats.

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Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Thessa Moncrieffe

Thessa Moncrieffe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Tavares, FL


I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with 26 years of nursing experience in various capacities, including psychiatric mental health and addiction medicine for the last 8 years. My passion is to walk alongside my patients on their mental health journey, helping them navigate challenges, cultivate lasting wellness, and restore balance for a meaningful and fulfilling life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sandra Persaud Tellini

Sandra Persaud Tellini

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Orange City, FL


“My own journey through brokenness and redemption in Jesus Christ deeply shapes my work, allowing me to approach counseling without judgment; rather with compassion, humility, and purpose.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lori Kalaaukahi

Lori Kalaaukahi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Zephyrhills, FL


“As a military veteran I am familiar with military culture which includes being culturally competent to a wide variety of beliefs and struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michelle Farrey

Michelle Farrey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Melbourne, FL


“I believe none of us are meant to navigate life alone. I use a holistic approach to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, supported, and genuinely understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Ahearn

Jennifer Ahearn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Melbourne, FL


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them meet their goals. Within a safe, trusting, and therapeutic professional relationship...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Katrina Kilburn

Katrina Kilburn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Dade City, FL


“I understand how it feels to be lost, overwhelmed, or unsure of the next step, and my passion is helping people find hope and clarity when life feels heavy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kenneth Winter

Kenneth Winter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Plant City, FL


“Ken has been married for over forty years and has raised seven children along with several foster kids.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Cindy Garafolo

Cindy Garafolo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Dade City, FL


“I bring more than 30 years of experience in helping other throughs leadership development and mental health counseling...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Xiara Reyes

Xiara Reyes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • DeLand, FL


Xiara Reyes is a seasoned mental health and substance use disorder counselor with over 22 years of dedicated experience in the field. She holds a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University and is an EMDRIA-approved EMDR therapist.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Xiara Reyes

Xiara Reyes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • DeLand, FL


“Xiara has worked extensively with clients living with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders, providing both individual and group therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Kathleen Chapin

Kathleen Chapin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • DeLand, FL


Hi! I am Katie. I am an Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and a Masters Certified Addictions Counselor (MCAP). I received my bachelors from UF and then went on to get my Masters in Social Work (MSW) from USF. I have nearly 10 years of experience working in the helping profession. After graduation, I began working in child welfare and for the past 3 years I have been working in residential substance use and trauma treatment programs.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raquel Massaro

Raquel Massaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brandon, FL


“Through therapy I will help you understand the roots of your symptoms, respecting where you are and working together on where you want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Stick

Jacob Stick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wesley Chapel, FL


I am a warm and empathetic individual that has specialties in addiction, men's issues, and grief. I have a Master in Mental Health from Keiser University and have been working in my specialties for the last 5 years.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Shabana Churruca

Shabana Churruca

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wesley Chapel, FL


“I utilize evidence based therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy and/or motivational enhancement to assist clients in understanding how their thinking may contribute to maladaptive patterns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Mutinta Tembo

Mutinta Tembo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wesley Chapel, FL


“She advocates, educates and utilizes the best and latest research, experience and intuition to select best interventions in order to achieve optimal clinical outcomes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pamela Ervin

Pamela Ervin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sebring, FL


“I aim to help individuals discover their personal strengths to develop resiliency skills and become the best version of their authentic selves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lonnie Foster

Lonnie Foster

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Wesley Chapel, FL


“After a therapy session with me, my clients should expect either one of two things: to walk away feeling empowered or more enlightened by the experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Thraese Brown

Thraese Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Brandon, FL


“My approach blends evidence-based psychiatric care with mind-body-informed strategies, guided by a focus on nervous system health and holistic well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Marian Ayoub

Dr. Marian Ayoub

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Wesley Chapel, FL


“I believe in a holistic approach to care, considering the physical, emotional, and social aspects of each individual's health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joseph Rowe

Joseph Rowe

Therapist

Virtual • Tampa, FL


“I primarily utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my sessions. Focusing on the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors is important in working towards your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Sofia Georgoulias

Dr. Sofia Georgoulias

Psychologist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe establishing a safe environment to talk and building a trusting relationship is essential in building a therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Erin Sheehan

Erin Sheehan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Key West, FL


“Erin provides advanced specialized psychiatric care with a dual emphasis on intervention through psychotherapy and psychopharmacology.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
David Bailey

David Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My experience has been with adolescents and young and emerging adults in psychiatric care, child-welfare, eating disorder treatment, and the prison system.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jodi McKinniss

Jodi McKinniss

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boynton Beach, FL


“I use an integrative therapeutic approach, with a strong focus on emotional experience and personal goals, to help clients navigate challenges and create lasting transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashley Rosenberg

Dr. Ashley Rosenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My counseling style is rooted in a client-centered, empathic, humanistic, non-judgmental point of view.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tierra Burns

Tierra Burns

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Specializing in high-performing individuals, I support elite minds navigating anxiety, depression, racial trauma, burnout, and the overwhelming demands of visibility, constant performing, and identity transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Kissimmee, FL

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Kissimmee, FL
There are over 22 therapists in Kissimmee, FL accepting new patients.
22+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 82%ADD/ADHD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 86%Ascension
  • 73%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 36%Spanish
  • 5%Igbo
  • 5%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 82%Woman
  • 18%Man
License types
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  • 59%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 18%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 18%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 50%Family therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 9%Couples therapy

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