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

Headway connects Bethesda residents with 923 licensed providers experienced in addiction recovery, offering evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and support for substance use disorder. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and save up to 75% on care through insurance coverage.

Julie Reibsane

Julie Reibsane

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that every individual has the potential for growth and change, and I am committed to guiding you through the challenges you may face.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
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
Kisha Walker

Kisha Walker

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Kisha firmly believes in the power of supportive, patient-centered care and works to create an environment where healing is not only possible but the goal.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadia Lassic

Nadia Lassic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a compassionate and collaborative approach to support my clients in their journey toward improved well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Nelson Rivera

Dr. Nelson Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a licensed psychotherapist who blends empathy, honesty, and humor to create a space where real change happens.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Abigail Asumadu-Mensah

Abigail Asumadu-Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fort Washington, MD


“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and am dedicated to helping you find balance, resilience, and improved quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Denise Devoe

Denise Devoe

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I believe that healing happens when people feel truly seen, heard, and understood. My goal is to provide a safe, compassionate, and supportive space where you can explore life’s challenges, develop practical coping skills, and create lasting change. I hold a Master’s degree in Clinical Counseling Psychology and use an integrative approach that combines evidence-based therapies with holistic techniques tailored to your unique needs and goals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Folasade Akinkuowo

Folasade Akinkuowo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I'm a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive, evidence-based care for individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health conditions. With years of healthcare experience and a compassionate, patient-centered approach, I provide personalized treatment plans tailored to your unique goals and needs.

Whether you're seeking medication management, psychotherapy, or a combination of both, I work collaboratively with you to develop an individualized plan that promotes lasting wellness and improved quality of life.

I also offer Spravato® (esketamine) treatment for eligible adults with treatment-resistant depression and depressive symptoms associated with major depressive disorder. To better meet the needs of busy professionals, students, and families, evening and weekend Spravato appointments are available in a comfortable, supportive clinical setting.

My goal is to provide accessible, high-quality mental health care that empowers you to achieve emotional wellness and long-term recovery.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roberta Wasserman

Roberta Wasserman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy works best when clients feel both understood and empowered, so I balance deep emotional work with clear strategies that help people rebuild connection, set healthy boundaries, and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adam Gomez

Adam Gomez

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is rooted in partnership, compassion, and a commitment to helping clients move toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Helene Diop

Helene Diop

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I tailor my treatment approaches to my clients/patients' needs and strengths. I do not believe that "One size fit all" would be the most effective approach in the field of psychology.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Irene Essien-Akpan

Irene Essien-Akpan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My clients, after their first session with me, will know that I heard them and understand their struggles, and that I am willing to walk with them at their own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. N. Nicole Richardson

Dr. N. Nicole Richardson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in working together with my patients to reach their health goals for mental wellness and vitality.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Mabel Nsagha

Dr. Mabel Nsagha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“She is a compassionate provider, with a holistic approach to mental health and offers evidence-based interventions for adolescents, adults, geriatric, and the LGBTQ population.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joseph Levin

Joseph Levin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize cognitive behavioral therapy and dialetical behavioral therapy to help clients meet their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kari Perez

Kari Perez

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I utilize a multi-modal approach, being able to pull from multiple theories to find the strategies that best fit the person and situation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Faith Davis

Faith Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“She is passionate about working with her clients to work on their personal goals and cultivate inner resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Wilfred Asamoah

Wilfred Asamoah

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes people grow best when they feel understood, respected, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Micah Goodwin

Dr. Micah Goodwin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Towson, MD


“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 9 insurance carriers
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
Carrie Prytherch-Maassen

Carrie Prytherch-Maassen

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I approach therapy from a standpoint of understanding my clients through humor, conversation, and homework.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Regina Lawson

Regina Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients experience me as warm, direct, and supportive, and I am committed to helping them create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Danielle Melbouci

Danielle Melbouci

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, stress-related disorders, and substance use disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jasper Williams

Jasper Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a client centered approach as I see my clients as the primary decision maker in our sessions and I'm here to provide support and guidance towards healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
OBrien Wimbish

OBrien Wimbish

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe to be honest, feel understood, and be challenged to grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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
Katarina Mijic-Barisic

Katarina Mijic-Barisic

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My goal is to empower you with the tools and insights necessary to make positive changes in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Donna Baird

Dr. Donna Baird

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I create an open, warm and non-judgemental space where clients can share their experiences, gain insight and feel empowered to achieve their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tameka Dyce

Tameka Dyce

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to care is thoughtful, collaborative, and evidence-based. I focus on understanding your unique history, symptoms, and goals before making recommendations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kevin Carter

Kevin Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My therapeutic approach is organic, inclusive, and integrative, blending CBT with multiple therapeutic modalities to support diverse needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Danielle Johnson

Dr. Danielle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I love listening and supporting you by hearing your story, so please never apologize for sharing or "dumping."”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
E. Evelyn Robinson

E. Evelyn Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Washington, DC and Maryland with over 10 years of professional work experience. I have been practicing for 6- years primarily helping clients with stress management, anxiety, coping with addictions, increasing motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I also have experience working with depression and assisting in mood regulation and stabilization. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support and empower you in that journey.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Clanege Francois

Clanege Francois

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with over six years of nursing experience in inpatient psychiatry and veteran-focused care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Salvino

Jessica Salvino

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to empower you to make meaningful, lasting changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ruth Mena Akyatan

Ruth Mena Akyatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
William Turley

William Turley

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I believe you are the expert on your own life...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Sarah Red

Sarah Red

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I not only treat the mind - but also nurture the spirit - in a safe setting where you feel heard and receive compassionate, attentive care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Caroline Poff

Caroline Poff

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My work with clients is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each individual's unique needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Victoria Mojibola

Victoria Mojibola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bethesda, MD


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, I provide tailored, evidence-based care to manage clients' mental health needs with compassion and competence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Belinda Fomba

Belinda Fomba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Bethesda, MD
There are over 23 therapists in Bethesda, MD accepting new patients.
23+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 87%Bipolar disorder
  • 83%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 87%Cigna
  • 83%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 74%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 61%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 9%Yoruba
  • 4%Hindi
  • 4%Punjabi
  • 4%Russian
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 87%Woman
  • 13%Man
License types
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  • 39%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 22%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 4%Clinical Psychologist
  • 4%Medical Doctor
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 30%Couples therapy
  • 17%Child or adolescent therapy

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