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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Bethesda, MD

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Dr. Faramade Eruanga

Dr. Faramade Eruanga

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lauren Laich

Lauren Laich

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen & accept us as we are, without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Laura Miller

Laura Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to provide a safe and healing space to work through and overcome challenges by focusing on your needs and strengths as well as implement coping skills based around mindfulness, cognitive challenging and reframing, stress reduction and...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mariel Akinboye

Mariel Akinboye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am a doctorally prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care. My approach is collaborative, respectful, and centered around patients' needs, goals, and lived experiences.

I provide care through a combination of comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and supportive psychotherapy.

I am very dedicated, committed and passionate about mental health care. My goal is to renew minds, restore balance, helping my patients achieve achieve optimal health and well being. I love what I do and I care a lot about about my patients.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Oluseyi Agbaje

Oluseyi Agbaje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“As a psychiatrist mental health nurse practitioner with over 21 years in Nursing Practice, I have a strong foundation in evidence-based practice and psychiatric care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that effective treatment starts with a strong therapeutic alliance, collaborative partnership, and accessing my client's personal strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Natasha Martinez

Natasha Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“As a Clinical Psychiatric Social Worker at Johns Hopkins, I have experience working with people with varying diagnoses including depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, schizophrenia and more.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alec Wurzbacher

Alec Wurzbacher

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to provide a grounded, nonjudgmental space where you can slow down, gain clarity, and begin building tools that actually work in your daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sandra Rublee

Sandra Rublee

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“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
Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Connie Ruyter

Connie Ruyter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 15 years of experience working in the behavioral health field. I have a long history of working with individuals experiencing mental health and substance use issues. My fields of expertise include co-occurring disorders, trauma, and intimate partner violence. I hold a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from the University of Maryland and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Morgan State University.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christie Simon Waterman

Dr. Christie Simon Waterman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am Dr. Christie Simon-Waterman, a dually certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) and Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over a decade of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based, and holistic care across the lifespan. My clinical background spans primary care, mental health, and community-based health, allowing me to care for the whole person—mind, body, and spirit.

I earned my nursing education at Coppin State University and completed my doctoral training with a strong focus on health equity, leadership, and integrated care delivery.

In my practice, I specialize in:

  • Anxiety, depression, trauma-related conditions, and mood disorders
  • Integrated mental health treatment
  • Substance use–related concerns and recovery support
  • Care for underserved and marginalized populations

My approach is empathetic, collaborative, and trauma-informed. I believe healing happens best when clients feel heard, respected, and empowered. Together, we develop personalized treatment plans that may include therapy, medication management when appropriate, lifestyle interventions, and ongoing support tailored to your goals.

Above all, I am committed to creating a safe, supportive responsive space where clients can build resilience, restore balance, and move forward with confidence and clarity.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Abimbola Adebayo

Abimbola Adebayo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbia, MD


“My approach is patient centered, supportive in a non judgmental environment that empowers my patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Brian Nelson

Brian Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in using a mix of interventions including, but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and a personable approach designed to heal and help move you forward in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Hayley White

Hayley White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is centered on compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Anita David

Dr. Anita David

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe every individual is unique, special and deserves kind compassionate and personalized care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Caruso

Stephanie Caruso

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hello and welcome. Reaching out for therapy takes courage, and it can be the first step toward meaningful and lasting change. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply wanting life to feel more manageable, therapy can help you build clarity, resilience, and a stronger sense of balance.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ivonne Nwadike

Ivonne Nwadike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take the time to understand what's really going on beneath the surface—not just what you're feeling, but what's driving it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Uchenna Obichere

Dr. Uchenna Obichere

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal for you is to create a personalized, in-depth approach for your wellbeing to reclaim confidence, meaning and purpose, focus, and joy...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marianna Adams

Marianna Adams

Therapist

Virtual • Havre de Grace, MD


“I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Nationally Registered Paramedic. I am Certified in Critical Incident Stress Management (CCISM) and specialize in working with first responders and their families...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cierra Harper

Cierra Harper

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is client-centered, focusing on empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and build resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Keesha Holden-White

Keesha Holden-White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Salisbury, MD


“My therapeutic approach is fluid and tailored to each individual—I believe there is no one-size-fits-all when it comes to healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tineka Harmon

Tineka Harmon

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Salisbury, MD


“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, helping clients identify patterns, develop healthier coping strategies, and build emotional resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Shamia Clark

Shamia Clark

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I go into every session with a clear mind and an open heart ready to receive others in a healthy and supportive manner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angelina Oputa

Angelina Oputa

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Each client receives individualized treatment approaches that are based on their preferences, needs, and strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Henry Ibitokun

Henry Ibitokun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in using medication when appropriate, being conservative when possible, and constantly weighing benefits, side effects, and your personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Oluwatoyin Olaleye

Dr. Oluwatoyin Olaleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am deeply committed to cultivating a compassionate and supportive therapeutic relationship, dedicated to enhancing the overall mental health of my patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Bobbi Simkins

Bobbi Simkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is centered on compassionate, patient-centered care, tailoring interventions to meet the unique needs of each individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Patrick Onyeanwuna Okpah

Patrick Onyeanwuna Okpah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m committed to providing a respectful, compassionate, supportive, caring, and evidence-based mental health services in a safe space and supportive environment. I strive to listen without judgement because I understand each client’s unique circumstances, and work collaboratively to maintain and develop individualized treatment plans that promotes recovery, personal growth, and emotional wellbeing.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Comfort Oshiyoye-Dina

Comfort Oshiyoye-Dina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“When you meet with me, you can expect to be received with warmth and respect, in a non judgmental atmosphere.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Arthur Chen

Dr. Arthur Chen

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, I'm Dr. Arthur Chen, a licensed psychologist in Boca Raton and a Clinical Director. My passion is helping you navigate challenges and build lasting well-being through evidence-based strategies, genuine empathy, and active collaboration.

I specialize in Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, eating disorder recovery, and substance abuse recovery. Our practice, where I'm Clinical Director, also handles severe issues like bipolar disorder and psychosis.

My style is active, empathetic, and results-oriented. I don't just listen; I provide direct feedback and insightful questions to deepen your self-awareness. I'll gently challenge you to explore new perspectives and identify patterns, always in a safe space. My core is unconditional positive regard and profound care, ensuring you feel safe and accepted, truly heard and understood.

My strength is equipping you with practical skills for daily life. I provide concrete tools to manage difficult emotions, improve communication, develop robust coping mechanisms, and cultivate emotional resilience. My commitment is tangible results: symptom reduction, sustainable recovery, deeper self-discovery, and ultimately, an improved quality of life. Whether you want to "figure things out" or enhance your mental fitness, I'm here to guide you.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Alvin Barksdale

Alvin Barksdale

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that healing happens when clients feel heard, respected, and empowered, so I work to create a safe and nonjudgmental space for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Adesola Adefowoju

Dr. Adesola Adefowoju

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm passionate about helping others thrive and find fulfillment in supporting individuals as they navigate their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Gayduo Barr

Gayduo Barr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in creating a safe, supportive, and judgment-free environment where clients feel heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marla Ker

Marla Ker

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can bring questions, struggles, and hopes. Many of my clients want to better understand themselves, explore patterns in relationships, or find healthier boundaries. I learn from you.

I am a licensed social worker in Massachusetts and Maryland with a Master of Social Work from Simmons College of Social Work and over 30 years of experience serving diverse communities. My work has included, but is not limited to, Early Head Start, therapeutic schools, supporting elders at risk, and 16 years helping clients in the community manage and understand how to navigate community living and family systems dynamics while experiencing chronic mental health challenges.

I believe a person is not a diagnosis, and a diagnosis is not a person. My approach draws on the biopsychosocial model and developmental frameworks from Erickson and Piaget, alongside evidence-based methods like but not limited to DBT, CBT, and CET. I work with you to discover which approaches feel most helpful, focusing on building a client-centered, trusting relationship where challenges can be explored and skills practiced as our therapeutic work grows and strengthens.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lynn Bass

Lynn Bass

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


Hi, congratulations on the first step toward healing and growth. My name is Lynn, I am a LCPC in Maryland with 10 years of experience. I like to work with adults and focus on trauma work, bipolar disorder, depression and anxiety.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jaleesha Saunders

Jaleesha Saunders

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client-centered. I believe that every individual is the expert on their own life...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Thomas Curley

Thomas Curley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is grounded in existential and philosophical perspectives, supporting clients as they explore meaning, identity, and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jonathan Stiansen

Jonathan Stiansen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I received my Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from California Baptist University and have been practicing psychotherapy in a variety of settings including foster care, public health clinics, Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) clinics, group homes, HIV clinics, primary care clinics and private practice for the past 20 years.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Aloys Kenyoru

Aloys Kenyoru

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


Hi there, I am Aloys. I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who is committed to providing you with evidence-based compassionate mental health care with a holistic approach. I have several years experience in acute inpatient psychiatric units treating a wide variety of mental health conditions. My goal is to provide an environment of care where you feel supported, heard, and understood. We will work collaboratively in an open communication to provide you with information that will help you make the best decision for you.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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