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

Whether you're navigating alcohol use disorder, opioid dependence, nicotine addiction, or gambling compulsions, Headway's Sarasota-based providers bring expertise in dual diagnosis treatment and personalized recovery plans. With access to 3,173 licensed mental health professionals and telehealth options, finding support that fits your needs has never been easier.

Julia Talmadge

Julia Talmadge

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I am a very open minded, non judgmental individual and know that each individual is seeking to fulfill themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Giovanni Gras

Giovanni Gras

Therapist

Virtual • Miami, FL


“I help clients move beyond simply managing symptoms and begin understanding the deeper emotional and relational patterns that may be influencing how they experience themselves and the people around them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Christopher Denzler

Christopher Denzler

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I practice an eclectic approach to therapy, including evidenced-based, trauma-informed, such as cognitive behavioral therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Michelle Cruz

Michelle Cruz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


I am a licensed clinical social worker with 28 years of experience partnering with adolescents, adults of all ages and families. I am bilingual so I offer therapy in english and spanish.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trudy-Ann Powell

Trudy-Ann Powell

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Trudy's approach is client-centered and strengths based, she encourages her clients to create change and positive core beliefs while enhancing their self-image.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Andres Cintra Marin

Andres Cintra Marin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Miami, FL


“My approach combines clinical expertise, compassion, and personalized care to support each patient's mental wellness journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Uma Durairaj

Uma Durairaj

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


Welcome! Taking the first step toward mental wellness takes courage, and I am here to support you in a safe, non-judgmental space. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, I believe in a holistic, compassionate, collaborative, and patient-centered approach to care. My goal is to build trust and develop a strong therapeutic relationship with you. By considering your physical health, lifestyle, and social factors alongside your mental health, we can work together to achieve your long-term well-being. You deserve to feel empowered, understood, and supported throughout your entire journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Rachel Araujo

Rachel Araujo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“My style is warm, direct, and collaborative. I believe therapy works best when clients feel genuinely comfortable, understood, and accepted without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
James Floyd

James Floyd

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is to figure out why your baseline is off without immediately jumping to heavy pharmaceuticals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Trina McDonald

Trina McDonald

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“During our sessions you can expect to collaborate with me to work toward your personalized goals to achieve balance and well-being...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Button

Linda Button

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I'm passionate about helping clients feel supported, understood, and empowered as they navigate life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 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
Alicia Dmochowski

Alicia Dmochowski

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My goal is providing a safe supportive environment where clients can explore challenges, building resilience and work towards meaningful growth and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Briana Yort

Briana Yort

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and structured, blending compassion with accountability so you feel supported while continuing to grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brianna Morrison

Brianna Morrison

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a member of the LGBTQIA+ community myself, I am passionate about providing an affirming space where your identity is celebrated and your lived experience is truly understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Paula Parsons

Dr. Paula Parsons

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


“Mental health and the individual path to wellness is best achieved when we meet people where they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amber Nagy

Amber Nagy

Therapist

Virtual • Boca Raton, FL


“My approach is direct yet compassionate. I believe in being honest and real with clients while also making them feel genuinely welcomed and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Daniela Riccelli

Daniela Riccelli

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“Client centered/ Solution focused, I use mindfulness and working in the present to resolve issues from the past to enhance your future.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Irene Weiker

Irene Weiker

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Martin Avellaneda

Martin Avellaneda

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I take a systemic approach to counseling, which just means I help you view what influences you internally and externally.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Wendy Johnston

Wendy Johnston

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“As a licensed psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Robin Akdeniz

Robin Akdeniz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My orientation is systemic and relational, focused on moving forward toward solutions, identifying and utilizing each individual's unique gifts, strengths, resources, resiliencies, special qualities, and talents.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sarah McKee

Sarah McKee

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe healing is not about "fixing" yourself, but about learning to care for yourself with greater compassion and understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Carolina Martinez

Carolina Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“My approach to counseling has been to assist clients who take that all important first step into counseling, embrace their individual journeys and explore their own personal strengths in order to effect the changes they desire in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Potoula Diaz

Potoula Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I approach each new client with enthusiasm and curiosity, and I am prepared to learn from each new person I meet.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Collin Uvanni

Collin Uvanni

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I approach therapy from an inter/intrapersonal approach working with skills from basic Cognitive Behavioral to Dialectical Behavioral, and Rational Emotive Behavioral concepts.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Guimbarda Cuellar

Elaine Guimbarda Cuellar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tampa, FL


I chose to practice as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner because I am passionate about helping individuals improve their mental health and overall quality of life. Mental health challenges can significantly affect every aspect of a person’s well-being, relationships, and daily functioning, and I believe compassionate, patient-centered care can make a meaningful difference.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexia Cadenas

Alexia Cadenas

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“She is passionate about creating a supportive, compassionate, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel empowered to build healthier coping skills...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Marie Timothee

Marie Timothee

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“With a master's degree in social work from NYU Silver School of Social Work and certification as an LCSW, I possess an impressive range of advanced social work methods for helping families, individuals, and groups.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashley Potts

Ashley Potts

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I believe therapy can be a meaningful space to better understand yourself, strengthen your relationships, and reconnect with what matters most to you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jackline Mumia

Jackline Mumia

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Jacksonville, FL


“She believes psychiatric care works best when it is built on trust, respect, and a stigma-free environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Holman

Elizabeth Holman

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use/addiction recovery.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
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
Lindsay Drake

Lindsay Drake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Jacksonville, FL


“I take a genuine interest in each client's success and am dedicated to providing the highest quality of care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Sanchez

Jennifer Sanchez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Boca Raton, FL


“I'm passionate about making therapy feel accessible, grounded, & genuinely supportive for each client I meet.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jay Souza-Erlandson

Jay Souza-Erlandson

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with adults who have experienced betrayal trauma, including those in the LGBTQ+ community who have faced rejection or violence during their coming-out process, as well as military service members and veterans coping with...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Miami Shores, FL


I want to help you help yourself. I believe everyone is capable of change and I will teach you skills to use everyday.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Veronica Zubia

Veronica Zubia

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I specialize in working with individuals whose lives have been shaped by addiction—whether through personal experience or the impact of addiction in their environment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ruth Pollard-Szollosy

Ruth Pollard-Szollosy

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I identify as a queer, jewish, latinx individual. I specialize in LGBTQ+ issues, adolescents and children, family issues, anxiety, depression, OCD, behavioral issues, addiction issues, and have experience with neurodivergent individuals on the...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Summer Salmans

Summer Salmans

Therapist

Virtual • Florida


“I have worked in several different atmospheres from a psychiatric ward, day program facility, and recently a residential substance abuse center.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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