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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Silver Spring, MD

Silver Spring residents struggling with substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, or behavioral addiction can connect with compassionate providers experienced in recovery support. Headway offers flexible scheduling, free consultations, and accepts 70+ insurance plans to make treatment accessible.

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 13 insurance carriers
Samuel Liebman

Samuel Liebman

Psychologist

Virtual • Lutherville, MD


“With 25 years of clinical experience, I bring both depth of knowledge and genuine curiosity about each person's unique story to every session.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Orobola Okusanya

Orobola Okusanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in open communication, mutual respect, and creating a safe space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jane Abiona

Jane Abiona

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Westminster, MD


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Adeline Mangwa

Adeline Mangwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“She believes a safe, supportive and therapeutic environment is essential for clients to make them feel comfortable and delve into their thoughts, emotions, and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Ivy Attobra

Dr. Ivy Attobra

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I use an individualized, culturally sensitive, holistic, and evidence-based approach to help each patient achieve improved mental health and a more balanced life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chienyezuo Anaba

Chienyezuo Anaba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I bring a warm, open, and down-to-earth style to my work. I value humor, compassion, curiosity, and authenticity...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carliqua Spencer

Carliqua Spencer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I provide a supportive, non-judgmental space to discuss current concerns, symptoms, and past treatment experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trisha Ungar

Trisha Ungar

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I have developed a deep respect for the resilience people demonstrate while managing complex mental health challenges...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Foluke Ajuwon

Dr. Foluke Ajuwon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My experience working with patients of all age groups is holistic, with empathy and a commitment to providing high-quality care...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 7 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 9 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
Michelle Gonyo

Michelle Gonyo

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in EMDR therapy and am passionate about helping people increase self-understanding and self-compassion to become the best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eric Conway

Eric Conway

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I employ a trauma-focused approach that combines Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Existential Therapy...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wayne Young

Wayne Young

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Using cognitive behavioral therapy, I can aid clients by educating them on concepts related to thinking patterns and the connections between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Adelyn Lim

Dr. Adelyn Lim

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Emory University. I bring over 8 years of clinical experience, including 4 years in medical nursing and 4 years in mental health care across inpatient, emergency, and outpatient settings.I also served as a nurse in the U.S. military, where I cared for active-duty service members, veterans, and their families. This experience shaped a steady, grounded approach to care, especially in moments of stress, transition, or uncertainty.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Paige Austin

Paige Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Therapy can be a space to slow things down, make sense of what you're experiencing, build healthier coping skills, and reconnect with yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cynthia Awadzi

Cynthia Awadzi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I prioritize patient care by integrating empathy, evidence-based practices, and collaborative decision-making.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
James Rossi

James Rossi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe effective mental health care is built on trust, open communication, and a shared commitment to long-term wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ademola Bisiriyu

Dr. Ademola Bisiriyu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am committed to delivering patient-centered care with an open-minded and empathetic approach, tailoring treatment plans to each individual's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephane Yambaka

Stephane Yambaka

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a psychodynamic therapist. Those are the foundations I approach my work with. I am also humanistic and seek to work on our counseling relationship by first establishing a rapport.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Sherron Brown

Sherron Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Sherron creates a warm and collaborative therapeutic environment which allows the client to learn and showcase their strengths and abilities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tony Richardson

Tony Richardson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe everyone has the ability to grow and heal. I'm here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported every step of the way.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Oladapo Odusanya

Oladapo Odusanya

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach is collaborative, patient-centered, and personalized—I take the time to understand your story, listen without judgment, and develop a treatment plan tailored to your unique needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chris Leeman

Chris Leeman

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“My role as a therapist is not to tell people who they should be, but to help them better understand themselves, overcome barriers, and develop the tools necessary to move forward in healthier and more meaningful ways.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cyntia Kakeu Meda Faha

Cyntia Kakeu Meda Faha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I don't believe in just managing symptoms; my practice is built to step into the trenches with families during their most difficult transitional stages.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Chantz Bury

Chantz Bury

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Finding time for yourself to seek treatment in a safe space where you can be open about your feelings is important for understanding that it is okay to be unwell.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Tineka Harmon

Tineka Harmon

Therapist

Virtual • 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 10 insurance carriers
Dori Makowske

Dori Makowske

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I'm a laid-back, down-to-earth therapist who believes that therapy should feel comfortable, relaxed, and real.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Sweetie Doychinov

Dr. Sweetie Doychinov

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hagerstown, MD


“I specialize in treating mood disorders (depression, bipolar), anxiety (GAD, panic, PTSD), substance use, and ADHD using evidence-based interventions and psychopharmacology.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rhonda Beckwith

Rhonda Beckwith

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that rapport and respect are important ingredients for having a good therapeutic working relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Rian Talley

Rian Talley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I focus on working with not only a mind but body approach to care — working closely with each patient to find a treatment plan that fits their life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Khiana Ward

Khiana Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy should honor the way each person's brain works rather than focus on changing who they are to fit into expectations that may not feel natural or supportive.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Juliana Oranye

Dr. Juliana Oranye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with more than 14 years of experience providing compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals and families throughout Maryland. As the founder of Behavioral Strength Resources and Partnership (BSRP), I specialize in psychiatric evaluation, medication management, psychotherapy, care coordination, and patient advocacy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Veronica Logan

Veronica Logan

Therapist

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


“I combine real-world solutions with evidence-based theories and practices to help you achieve tangible growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kim Barsella

Kim Barsella

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mercy Nwankama

Mercy Nwankama

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Baltimore, MD


As a board-certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner, I provide personalized assessments, therapy, and medication management designed for you and your loved ones. Whether you’re facing depression, substance use, or personality challenges, I work with you to create a plan that helps you feel stable, supported, and able to live at your best.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Veronica Johnson

Veronica Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that therapy is one of the most meaningful investments you can make in yourself, and I am committed to creating a space where you feel safe, heard, and supported from the very first session.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Amarachi Chigbu

Dr. Amarachi Chigbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in meeting individuals where they are, focusing on their current needs while fostering motivation and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Silver Spring, MD
There are over 29 therapists in Silver Spring, MD accepting new patients.
29+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 86%Bipolar disorder
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 100%Aetna
  • 86%Cigna
  • 86%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 55%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 7%Spanish
  • 7%Yoruba
  • 3%French
  • 3%Japanese
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 90%Woman
  • 10%Man
License types
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  • 45%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 24%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 7%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 31%Couples therapy
  • 24%Child or adolescent therapy

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