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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Independence, OH

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Independence, OH

Headway connects Independence residents with 660 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction strategies. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and work with your insurance to potentially pay as low as $0 per session.

Dr. Kimberly Gilbert

Dr. Kimberly Gilbert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“My patients will know that they have been heard and understood with compassion, integrity, and without judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Brittany Elledge

Brittany Elledge

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I’m a licensed therapist who believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and real. I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, with a focus on helping you feel more grounded and confident in your day-to-day life. My approach is practical and compassionate—I help you understand patterns, build coping skills, and make changes that fit your life. Most importantly, I aim to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and never judged.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sherryl Lindsey

Sherryl Lindsey

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with you to achieve your personal goals. This includes self-empowerment and feeling in control of your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jonah Minot

Jonah Minot

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Worthington, OH


“I'm experienced in modes of therapy that are conversational in style and are meant to be geared to you as an individual.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jessica Edmundson

Jessica Edmundson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I provide a solution-focused and person-centered space where you can feel safe, heard, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Emily Bonawitz

Emily Bonawitz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to offer you a sanctuary—a place where your story is met with radical empathy instead of critique.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Erin Dye

Erin Dye

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I celebrate connecting with others. I enjoy working with all people types who are ready for a change, and I have a history of special interests in adolescents, young adults, and LGBTQIA population.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Krempasky

Angela Krempasky

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that prioritizing mental health is important to a person's wellbeing and can be a challenging, yet rewarding first step in that process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Steven Reedy

Steven Reedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Columbus, OH


My name is Steven Reedy. As a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I bring ideals from both the medical and nursing models of care in a holistic approach. In doing so, this allows me to care for you with compassion, as a whole person, and with the latest evidence-based practices. My journey to mental healthcare My background as a nurse was eight years of acute care. I was an Emergency Department and ICU nurse for almost a decade before I switched my focus to Mental Health. I observed firsthand the deficit in mental health care and prevention and wanted to devote my career to recognition, advocating prevention, and resources for patients with mental health needs.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kimberly Murray

Kimberly Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My therapeutic style is rooted in empathy and collaboration with a strong belief that everyone can grow and overcome obstacles with the right support.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Nancy Grau

Dr. Nancy Grau

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“Nancy uses an integrated approach to therapy based on trauma-informed, psychodynamic, emotion-focused, and cognitive-behavioral therapies.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Lamaj

Jennifer Lamaj

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Sessions integrate talk therapy to aid with processing of life events, coupled with coping skills to treat the distress felt from these events.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chris Bosley

Chris Bosley

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have over thirty years' experience working in the counseling profession. I have worked overseas with the military and am a military spouse myself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Beth Beischel

Beth Beischel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cincinnati, OH


“I help people who feel like outliers, who feel misunderstood. My clients include LGBTQ+ individuals, athletes, artists, and others who don't feel like they truly fit in to the mainstream.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Ozzie Hairston

Dr. Ozzie Hairston

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, I’m Ozzie (Ohh-Zee) —a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with 26 years of experience in healthcare. I’ve worked in both inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings, supporting individuals facing a wide range of mental health challenges, including mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, and more.

In my practice, I strive to create a warm and collaborative environment where you feel heard and supported. My approach blends therapy and medication management, always tailored to your unique needs and goals. I’m here to help you navigate your journey toward healing and to help you feel more like your true self.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Amanda Naso

Amanda Naso

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard and understood, while also giving you tools you can actually use outside of sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
William Besterman

William Besterman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I take a supportive, down-to-earth approach with my clients. I believe in meeting people where they are...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Courtney Dombrowski

Courtney Dombrowski

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I believe therapy is more than symptom relief. It's a space to slow down, reflect, and explore the messy, complicated parts of being human.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Men's issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Archer

Michelle Archer

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


Great to meet you! I am an independently licensed therapist in both Ohio and Florida with over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate life’s challenges and rediscover their sense of purpose, strength, and well-being.

Throughout my career as a director, clinical supervisor, and counselor, I have had the privilege of working with clients from all walks of life who are seeking balance, clarity, and growth. I specialize in supporting first responders and military veterans, as well as adults dealing with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem concerns, career challenges, grief, addiction, substance abuse, and other mental health difficulties.

My therapeutic style is open, genuine, accepting, nonjudgmental, and collaborative. I believe in meeting you where you are—with compassion, respect, and authenticity. Clients often describe me as straightforward yet warm, offering both empathy and honest feedback to help foster meaningful progress.

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

Autumn Davis

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“With an emphasis on emotional resilience, self-compassion, and mind-body awareness, I offer tailored support...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Chris Dougherty

Chris Dougherty

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


To ensure absolute confidence in our partnership, you should know that I operate less like a traditional therapist and more like a psychological strategist. Built specifically for high-achievers accustomed to heavy loads, my approach does not rely on passive listening. Instead, I am highly active, engaged, and direct. I match your cognitive speed, treating your emotional well-being with the same urgency and strategic precision you apply to your most critical professional ventures.

Within our sessions, the usual hierarchies are stripped away to provide a rare ecosystem of utmost discretion and radical candor. Because I am entirely focused on the human being operating the machine, I will gently but firmly challenge your blind spots and call out self-sabotaging logic. You will never hear me hide behind clinical jargon; instead, I translate complex behavioral science into plain, actionable frameworks designed for a logical, analytical mind.

Ultimately, I view myself as a specialized asset in your corner, operating on the principle that insight without execution is just an expensive conversation. Our work prioritizes data and action, ensuring every concept is pressure-tested in the real world—whether in your boardroom, your marriage, or your internal life. My sole objective is to help you optimize your inner world so your outer success is sustainable, fulfilling, and integrated with the people you love.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Charielle McDade

Charielle McDade

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am passionate about supporting adolescents and adults using an authentic, curious, and compassionate approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Isaiah Cruz

Isaiah Cruz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Whitehouse, OH


I'm a psych NP. I have worked in general psychiatry and addiction medicine. I utilize CBT and motivational interviewing to help inspire change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Lina Ehlinger

Dr. Lina Ehlinger

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them feel more grounded, more understood, and more in control of their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sarah Brown

Sarah Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I utilize techniques from Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing (MI).”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nadine Cramer

Nadine Cramer

Therapist

Virtual • Huron, OH


Life doesn't always fall apart all at once. Sometimes it shifts — slowly or suddenly — and you find yourself standing in the middle of something you didn't plan for, not quite sure how to find your footing again.

I work with adults — particularly women — who are navigating major life transitions: divorce, career change, grief and loss, identity shifts, postpartum challenges, relationship changes, and the complex process of figuring out who you are when everything around you has changed.

My name is Nadine Cramer, and I've been a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor for over 22 years. I'm licensed in both Ohio and Pennsylvania and see clients throughout both states via telehealth. Over the course of my career I've worked in inpatient psychiatric settings, outpatient community mental health, and private practice. I've facilitated groups for postpartum depression, anger management, alcohol and substance use recovery, and cognitive restructuring — and I've brought everything I've learned in those settings into my private practice work.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Breanne Gamble

Breanne Gamble

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I describe my style as empathetic yet grounded, blending clinical expertise with a genuine, human-centered focus that prioritizes your unique lived experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Alan Deibel

Alan Deibel

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“When I lost my mother at 13, I learned to survive by staying strong, keeping it together, and minimizing my own pain.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Justin Hendricks

Dr. Justin Hendricks

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Westerville, OH


“I provide holistic care that emphasizes lifestyle change and patient empowerment that will truly make a difference.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Johnathon Redmon

Johnathon Redmon

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have 5 years of direct client care, with 2 and a half of those years being centered around acute, intensive inpatient work surrounding substance misuse.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Monshare (Monty) Sears-Hughes

Monshare (Monty) Sears-Hughes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cincinnati, OH


“My practice is grounded in respect, cultural humility, and the belief that meaningful therapy happens when you feel safe, understood, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Tara Devlin

Tara Devlin

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“I provide treatment and coping skills to manage life stressor while showing clients respect, empathy, and acceptance.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brookana Bonezzi

Brookana Bonezzi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is for every session to leave you feeling a little more supported, a little more clear, and genuinely more like yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tanesha Rorie

Dr. Tanesha Rorie

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I approach therapy with cultural humility and from a social justice perspective... strong therapeutic relationships helps serve as a great foundation for therapeutic change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kellie Cousino

Kellie Cousino

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Are you tired of being judged for not doing things the "normal" way? Has the world attempted to dim your light?”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
J. Michele Rankin

J. Michele Rankin

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My job is to help you get through these difficult times and to give you the skills you need to feel empowered to get through any obstacle that comes your way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Douglas Hickey

Douglas Hickey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Beavercreek, OH


“I am passionate about providing a supportive, nurturing, and non-judgmental environment to hold space for clients so they can navigate life challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
John Warner

John Warner

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I see part of my role as helping you to unlock this knowledge and apply it in your life in ways that work best for you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
George Schulz

George Schulz

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Dublin, OH


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel seen, understood, and supported as you work toward genuine peace and confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Yuliana Zapata

Yuliana Zapata

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental, and transparent environment for healing. I believe that honesty and directness in the therapeutic environment are crucial for achieving your goals and promoting changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Independence, OH
There are over 20 therapists in Independence, OH accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 95%Trauma
  • 85%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 80%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 70%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 65%Woman
  • 35%Man
License types
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  • 35%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 30%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 15%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 15%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 35%Couples therapy
  • 30%Family therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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