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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Maryland

Maryland's addiction recovery support is accessible through Headway's network of 930 providers trained in evidence-based approaches like 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and behavioral interventions. Whether you're seeking help with cravings, withdrawal, or maintaining sobriety, virtual and in-person sessions are available with transparent, affordable pricing.

Hellen Gachuhi

Hellen Gachuhi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly about your experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dorathy Robert

Dorathy Robert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a compassionate mental health provider who genuinely cares about helping clients navigate challenges like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorders, and sleep issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Olawunmi Olufowobi

Olawunmi Olufowobi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“Early in my nursing career, I witnessed the profound impact that mental health has on overall well-being and how often it is overlooked or stigmatized.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chantel Copeland

Chantel Copeland

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in substance abuse and co-occurring disorders. I also have previous experience providing counseling for grief and loss, chronic/terminal illnesses and gerontology.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Debra Schiffman

Debra Schiffman

Therapist

Virtual • Olney, MD


“With more than 35 years of clinical experience, I help teens, adults, couples, and families better understand what's happening beneath the surface...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tania Alaby-Varma

Dr. Tania Alaby-Varma

Psychologist

Virtual • Maryland


PLEASE NOTE: Payment options are limited to Aetna insurance in FL, NY, MD, TX and Self-Pay in 42 States.

Dr. Tania is a Licensed Psychologist offering individual therapy for a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, OCD, ADHD, phobias, trauma, perfectionism, burnout, depression, disordered eating, body image issues, relationship challenges, addictions, grief, and other experiences across the human condition.

Dr. Tania also offers couples therapy (Gottman Method Levels 1 & 2 certified), comprehensive ADD/ADHD evaluations, ESA letters, and formal documentation for academic accommodations and standardized testing.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meg Fitzpatrick, Lcsw-C

Meg Fitzpatrick, Lcsw-C

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Towson, MD


I am a licensed Social Worker with more than 25 years experience working in the field of Mental Health. I have worked with individuals and families with a particular emphasis on crisis intervention and the impact of mental illness on the family system. My experiences have included assisting clients learn to manage mood disorders and anxiety and learn skills related to anger management, healthy relationships, parenting and boundary setting. I have extensive experience assisting individuals within the correctional system with learning skills needed for successful reentry into the community.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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
Sarah Khan

Sarah Khan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“As the daughter of first-generation Asian immigrants with a family history of mental illness, I understand the impact of cultural stigma and barriers to care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Victor Nwagwu

Dr. Victor Nwagwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that healing is possible and that everyone deserves the opportunity to live a fulfilling and balanced life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Linda Lartey

Linda Lartey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I want my clients to know that I am compassionate, approachable, and committed to creating a safe, respectful, and nonjudgmental space.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathleen Lewis

Kathleen Lewis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My style is collaborative and client-centered. That means I don't take a one-size-fits-all approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Fanta Conde

Dr. Fanta Conde

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“Clients can expect to receive support in finding peace, clarity, and effective coping techniques to achieve a better quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Beth Voorhees

Mary Beth Voorhees

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mechanicsville, MD


I have always enjoyed working with people. I have both a bachelors and master's in clinical social work. My experience over the past 30years includes working with grief, anxiety, depression, addiction/ recovery. I enjoy working with the military both active duty and veterans as I understand the military culture. You are not a diagnosis to me, but someone who has strengths that need to be bought to the surface.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Fynda Fillie-Faboe

Fynda Fillie-Faboe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I approach my clients in an easygoing manner and communication style in the hopes of making them comfortable and establishing trust.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alice (XiaoRan) Zhao

Alice (XiaoRan) Zhao

Therapist

Virtual • Hunt Valley, MD


I am Alice (XiaoRan), Zhao, I provide a safe space for you with a dose of honesty and sometimes humor. Being an Asian woman, I provide a different perspective on your counseling journey. I love to begin your self-discovery and healing process.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Claire Raesch

Claire Raesch

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I offer multiple therapies including CBT, DBT, logotherapy, the Gottman method therapy, and mindfulness therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Matthew Loveland

Matthew Loveland

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and I love the outdoors and most anything to do with water (boating, fishing, sailing, etc.). I have 25+ years of experience helping people as a clinical social worker. My practice has been primarily geared toward adults. I have particular expertise in men's issues.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christianah Adelakun

Christianah Adelakun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“You should feel hope and relief after your sessions, with ability to live in the world without stigma.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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
Rosine Woctchou

Rosine Woctchou

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Severn, MD


“I believe that every person deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Olumide Akinwumi

Olumide Akinwumi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My practice is evidence-based, and it is provided on a compassionate and individualized basis to assist individuals with mental health needs to function optimally.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Audrey Forka

Audrey Forka

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Havre de Grace, MD


“Audrey's philosophy as integrative family mental health practitioner is founded on her belief that the body, mind and human spirit are dynamic systems of an integrated whole...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Aisha Sheriff

Aisha Sheriff

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I take a patient-centered and holistic approach to care, meaning I see and treat you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Gayduo Barr

Gayduo Barr

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


I’m Gayduo Barr, DNP, CRNP-PMH, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I know that reaching out for mental health support can feel like a big step, and I want you to feel comfortable being yourself from the moment we meet. You don’t need to have everything figured out or know exactly what you need. We can start wherever you are.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Ekaette Akpabio

Ekaette Akpabio

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe that effective mental health care begins with listening. I take time to understand my clients' concerns, goals, and challenges while providing evidence-based medication management, education, and supportive therapeutic interventions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
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
Noelle Johnson

Noelle Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe in using 2 approaches to healing & wellness, which is Client-Centered, where the client drives his/her own vehicle; I support the path, he/she decides to take.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gigi Woldeamanuel

Gigi Woldeamanuel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I specialize in helping adults navigate life's most challenging moments, guiding you from feeling stuck to feeling empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Olufunmilayo Sogbesan

Olufunmilayo Sogbesan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“My approach to culturally competent and empathetic care ensures that every clients are heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tara Henley

Tara Henley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing compassionate, evidence-based care in a supportive and respectful environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Nieberlein

Jessica Nieberlein

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe all clients are their own experts and that therapy is the opportunity to trust their expertise once again!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jerome Obiagba

Jerome Obiagba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Catonsville, MD


“My goal is not simply to manage symptoms, but to help you develop greater stability, confidence, and quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bolaji Olugboja

Bolaji Olugboja

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Randallstown, MD


My name is Dr. Bolaji Olugboja, a trained psychiatric and family healthcare provider who believes in patient-centered care despite cultural diversities. I specialize in family care and mental health treatment. I am mostly referred to as Dr. B. I started my medical career as a registered nurse and worked in different capacities, as a nursing home nurse, various hospitals, a dialysis nurse, and an advocate for the proper health and well-being of diverse people requiring adequate healthcare.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Erik Messinger

Dr. Erik Messinger

Therapist

Virtual • Maryland


“I believe therapy works best when it's a true partnership between us. My style is direct but compassionate...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Udachi Chima

Dr. Udachi Chima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


A highly motivated, result-oriented Nurse Practitioner with over 20 years of experience in nursing. Providing holistic, evidence-based, patient-centered care.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Colman Ejerenwa

Colman Ejerenwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maryland


“I am very attentive and non-judgmental. I believe it is my duty to find ways to help people in need of care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Maryland
There are over 930 therapists in Maryland accepting new patients.
930+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 84%Stress management
  • 83%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 67%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
  • 67%Ascension
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 4%French
  • 3%Spanish
  • 3%Yoruba
  • 2%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 44%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 28%Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Clinical
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
  • 2%Clinical Psychologist
  • 1%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 37%Family therapy
  • 22%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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