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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Iowa

Recovery is possible with the right support. Headway provides Iowans access to compassionate addiction specialists who use proven modalities including dialectical behavior therapy, community reinforcement approaches, and mindfulness-based relapse prevention to address substance use disorder and support lasting change.

Dr. Brenden Troster

Dr. Brenden Troster

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


I am a marriage and family therapist licensed in Minnesota with a PhD in Psychology, 7 years of experience working as a therapist, and 22 years of experience working as a coach. I have accumulated a wide range of experience working with a diverse clientele. Some of the many issues I have worked with people on are depression, anxiety, self-harm, addiction, trauma, parenting problems, relationship issues, ADHD, sexual abuse, pornography addiction, and anger management.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Allison Kramer

Allison Kramer

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe strongly in showing up consistently for my clients. Whether that means being flexible when life gets complicated, picking up right where we left off, or simply making sure sessions feel like a place where you can be fully honest, I am in...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mathew Schmeckpeper

Mathew Schmeckpeper

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is direct, practical, and focused on real progress. I use your past experiences to understand what has worked, what hasn't, and how to build a path forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Steinhour

Rebecca Steinhour

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe that the key to a sound mind is the incorporation of the physical, mental and spiritual aspects of each client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Brian Wrightsman

Brian Wrightsman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • West Des Moines, IA


“I take a collaborative, trauma-informed approach to therapy. I believe healing happens through connection, clarity, and steady support.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Karston Cole

Karston Cole

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Are you wanting to make change in life, but are struggling to escape the same old patterns? Looking to empower yourself and create change in your life? I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who has spent my career assisting men in achieving their goals, making lasting and fulfilling relationships, and facing life's challenges head-on. I have worked with adults across the lifespan to address concerns about relationships, behaviors, substance use, and more.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Hickman

Dr. Elizabeth Hickman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My goal is to provide a supportive environment where clients feel empowered to create meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Dr. Josephine Narcisse

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am a mental health professional striving to build a therapeutic connection that can be shared outside my therapeutic space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenna Brown

Jenna Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I strive to create a compassionate, judgment-free environment where you feel heard, valued, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Jacob Jackson

Dr. Jacob Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I have an extremely personable touch to counseling. I believe in the therapeutic relationship being the strongest component of therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Energetic, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jennifer Harris

Jennifer Harris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach to care is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I believe that every person deserves to feel heard, respected, and involved in decisions about their treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebecca Garland

Rebecca Garland

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like your current medication isn't working—I help adults get real relief with personalized, evidence-based care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Haley Bichsel

Haley Bichsel

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“With over 10 years of experience, I help people who are dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, and childhood emotional or behavioral challenges find practical ways to feel better.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Michael Arieta

Dr. Michael Arieta

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am adoption competent, credentialed through the CASE Foundation and Training in Adoption Competency program, and certified through the University of Minnesota's Center for Advanced Studies in Child Welfare.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christine Ewald

Christine Ewald

Therapist

Virtual • La Porte City, IA


“I believe that we all have a need to feel truly heard and understood in a safe and supportive space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Danielle Malatek

Dr. Danielle Malatek

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I integrate supportive therapy into all my patient visits. I focus on psychiatric functional medication management for adults and adolescents experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction and mood disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tricia Gabriel

Tricia Gabriel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“My goal is to create a welcoming, non-judgmental environment where you can openly share your thoughts and feelings.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lacey Farrow

Dr. Lacey Farrow

Therapist

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Mental Health Counselor across three states, I believe that access to mental health care is a vital necessity. I am passionate about helping clients move forward and helping others regain their lives. Conducting therapy services for 14 years has taught me that therapy is a feedback loop, where clients learn from me as I learn from them.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brett Sharockman

Brett Sharockman

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am dedicated to guiding adult men through the unique challenges that you face, including the journey of recovery from sex addiction, life transitions, and other personal struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Anna Shudzeka

Anna Shudzeka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cedar Rapids, IA


As a PMHNP-BC, I offer medication management and therapy sessions via Telehealth Mon-Fri 0900- 19:00.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hawa Mbichenyi

Hawa Mbichenyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach is compassionate, attentive, and collaborative, combining medication management with supportive therapy when appropriate.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Katlyn HIndle

Katlyn HIndle

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy is 80% you and the work you do outside of sessions, and 20% me in what we do during the session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Maggie Austin

Maggie Austin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I take a holistic approach to psychiatry, considering a patient's entire well-being, including their physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Vivian Bedu-Addo

Vivian Bedu-Addo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about enhancing mental wellness through individualized treatment support and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Lemery

Tiffany Lemery

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe resilience isn't about pretending you're unaffected. It's about processing what you've carried so it no longer controls your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Adolf Malik

Adolf Malik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


Dr. Adolf Malik, DNP, APRN, completed his master’s degree at the University of North Carolina in Greensboro, followed by a post-master’s and a doctoral degree in nursing practice at Winston-Salem State University, NC. He also completed a post-doctoral degree in psychiatric mental health practice at Frontier Nursing University. He is board-certified in Adult, Child, and Adolescent Psychiatry; a Family Nurse Practitioner, a DOT Medical Examiner, and a SAMHSA (X-Waiver) addiction provider.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ronald Ray

Ronald Ray

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I am passionate about helping clients recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and develop a stronger sense of identity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Elizabeth McCoy

Elizabeth McCoy

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My clients often say I bring warmth, directness, and a touch of humor to our sessions, like a trusted sister with the tools to help you thrive.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alicia Baros

Alicia Baros

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Des Moines, IA


“My background spans pharmacology research, clinical practice, leadership, and education, with an in-depth foundation in psychopharmacology.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Kim Cespedes

Kim Cespedes

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


Hi, I'm Kim. I'm a warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth therapist who believes that healing begins with feeling seen, heard, and understood. As an immigrant and bilingual professional, I understand that life's transitions can bring unexpected challenges, uncertainty, and feelings of being caught between different expectations or versions of yourself. I know how difficult it can be to ask for help when you're used to carrying so much on your own.


My approach to therapy is collaborative, authentic, and nonjudgmental. I want you to feel comfortable showing up as you are, without pressure to have everything figured out. Together, we'll explore what's weighing on you, recognize the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, and build on the strengths you already have. I believe growth doesn't mean having all the answers; it means learning to navigate life's challenges with greater self-awareness, confidence, and self-compassion.


In our work together, I'll combine empathy with practical, evidence-based strategies tailored to your needs and goals. Whether you're navigating anxiety, difficult life transitions, relationship challenges, or feeling disconnected from yourself, my goal is to help you develop healthier coping skills, strengthen your relationships, and create meaningful change. You don't have to figure everything out on your own. Therapy can be a place to pause, reconnect with yourself, and take steps toward a life that feels more balanced and fulfilling.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
McKenzie McClaran

McKenzie McClaran

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“My approach emphasizes the importance of self-understanding and compassion, guiding my clients toward healing through mindfulness and somatic techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, Infertility, Maternal mental health, PTSD, Trauma
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Rigsbee

Elizabeth Rigsbee

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I believe therapy should happen in a judgment-free, empathetic atmosphere where you can feel safe to explore your wellness goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Queendroline Nkeh

Queendroline Nkeh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I enjoy listening attentively, with deep compassion, to gain not only the trust and confidence of my clients but to obtain a greater understanding of their personalities and needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Esther Aruna

Esther Aruna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I value providing empathetic, kind, and culturally sensitive care, and medication management if indicated.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Caroly Maharajh

Caroly Maharajh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I use a patient-centered care approach, making you an active participant in your mental health care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Jackson

Regina Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Iowa


“I offer an environment of collaboration, while using evidence based therapeutic modalities to include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (to focus on feelings, emotions, behavior), Acceptance Commitment Therapy...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nwamaka Orji

Nwamaka Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental environment, characterized by clear, calm communication, while upholding confidentiality.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Hutchinson

Jennifer Hutchinson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“I especially enjoy working with marginalized people: differently abled, LGTBQIA populations, people of color, and financially challenged individuals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Iowa


“Dr. Buchanan strives to meet each client's needs through empathetic communication and personalized evidence-based care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Iowa

Number of therapists serving Iowa
There are over 134 therapists in Iowa accepting new patients.
134+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 93%PTSD
  • 88%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 96%Cigna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 54%Curative
  • 51%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 3%French
  • 3%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Cantonese
How they see their clients
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  • 96%Online only
  • 3%In-person or online
  • 1%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 26%Man
License types
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  • 32%Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 32%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 25%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 7%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 1%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 34%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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