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

Westlake residents struggling with substance use, alcohol, or behavioral addiction can access evidence-based recovery support through Headway's network of 585 licensed providers. Our platform offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions using proven modalities like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and 12-Step Facilitation Therapy to support your journey toward sobriety and long-term recovery.

Christopher Kennedy

Christopher Kennedy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I describe my role as that of a driving instructor- You tell me where you want to go and I will help you get there (but you do the driving).”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carissa Johnson

Carissa Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I use an eclectic approach, utilizing solution focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Shannon Powell

Dr. Shannon Powell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


( I currently only provide medication management no individual therapy)

I am a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over 15 years of experience in healthcare. My background spans primary care, urgent care, and mental health, allowing me to approach each client with a comprehensive understanding of both physical and emotional well-being.

I specialize in diagnosing and treating a wide range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, and mood disorders. My practice focuses on providing evidence-based medication management paired with supportive, collaborative care. I believe in meeting clients where they are, empowering them through education, and tailoring treatment plans to their unique needs, preferences, and goals.

My approach is warm, non-judgmental, and holistic. I value building strong therapeutic relationships and creating a safe space where clients can feel heard, understood, and supported.

If you’re looking for compassionate, thorough, and personalized care, I’m here to help you take the next step in your mental health journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Harris, Pmhnp

Dr. Karen Harris, Pmhnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • West Chester Township, OH


When you are hurting and unable to focus due to anxiety, depression, addiction or whatever the problem, be it your own or someone else's, you want relief. You are not alone. I feel your pain and I am here to help. I am thorough, I obtain genesight testing and labs as appropriate. Book your appointment today!

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Karen McCollough

Karen McCollough

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“I have worked in the counseling field for over 12 years. My strengths are my passion for what I do and my strong listening skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacob Boyle

Jacob Boyle

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • East Liverpool, OH


“I strive to create a safe and supportive environment where patients feel heard, validated, and empowered to take an active role in their recovery.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Ashley Nerusu

Ashley Nerusu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


I believe mental health care should feel collaborative, compassionate, and free of judgment. My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, understood, and supported throughout your treatment journey.

I specialize in women's mental health, including anxiety, depression, pregnancy (antepartum), postpartum mental health, life transitions, and the unique emotional challenges women experience across different stages of life. Whether you're preparing for motherhood, adjusting after delivery, balancing career and family, or navigating everyday stress, I strive to provide personalized, evidence-based care tailored to your goals.

My approach is warm, patient-centered, and collaborative. I take the time to understand your story, educate you about your treatment options, and develop a plan that aligns with your values and lifestyle. I believe the best outcomes happen when patients feel empowered to participate in their care and have a provider they can trust.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ciara Merriweather

Ciara Merriweather

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in medication management and supportive therapy for anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders, trauma-related conditions, and substance use concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Aaron Hermiller

Aaron Hermiller

Therapist

Virtual • Bluffton, OH


“I like to listen to your preferences, strengths, and what's working before making a decision on the therapy interventions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Mark Wagner

Mark Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Mark Wagner, LPCC-S

  • Masters and extra graduate work in Counseling and Human Development and Counselor Education
  • 15 years experience
  • Past experience: Emergency Services, Domestic Violence, Couples and Family, Addictions
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Alecia Denillo

Alecia Denillo

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I meet you where you are—with warmth, curiosity, and respect—and I gently challenge you when it's helpful.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Patricia McGrath

Patricia McGrath

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is practical, direct, and focused on real change. Using approaches like CBT and Motivational Interviewing, we cut through the noise...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Emmanuel Nji

Dr. Emmanuel Nji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Chillicothe, OH


“I refuse to say "I cannot help you." Instead, I pledge to learn, consult, and pursue every avenue to support my patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Cheryl Hines

Cheryl Hines

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am also certified to work with Veterans, individuals experiencing problem gambling addiction, and those navigating the unique impacts of adoption, bringing specialized expertise to these populations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Jeff Rhein

Jeff Rhein

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I have been a clinician for over 25 years, work with clients to try to figure out what is needed now and am willing to do that with you

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Joseph Weikert

Joseph Weikert

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I have been in the field since 2017 working with multiple populations from pre-teens to late adulthood with mental health and substance use issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alberto Carstonorto

Alberto Carstonorto

Therapist

Virtual • Trotwood, OH


“I listen without judgment, encourage you steadily, and help you recognize the thought patterns that may be getting in your way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Deirdre Adduci

Dr. Deirdre Adduci

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hi, my name is Dr. Deirdre Adduci and I believe that when two people work together, we can achieve great things and that together we can become a team that is able to assess and achieve your goals. Sometimes life can be difficult and it can be challenging, but I do believe that teamwork helps to improve our outlook and also to strategize ways to move forward. At times, people will tell me that they feel stuck, but often times this is merely because working alone we may not be able to see all of our options and possible solutions. I do believe that there are solutions that we haven’t even yet. We can do that together. I received my undergraduate education at The Ohio State University, where I studied criminology, my masters degree and counseling from Youngstown State University and my PhD from The University of Akron. I have my independent license in Counseling(LPCC-S),Marriage and Family Counseling (LIMFT), my independent license, my independent license in Chemical Dependency Counseling (LICDC-S) and a license and social work (LSW). I always tell my clients that I could not do what I do if I did not so passionately believe that counseling truly works. Your best thinking got you here looking at our profiles and I am really proud that you have step. I hope to work with you and become part of your team.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Parker Sistrunk

Parker Sistrunk

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I'm not going to sit across from you and just reflect your feelings back. I'm going to help you understand what's actually happening, why, and what you can realistically do about it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Girton

Brian Girton

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My style is direct and real. Therapy with me doesn't have to feel clinical or intimidating — it just has to feel worth showing up for.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josh Kale

Josh Kale

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello, My name is Josh Kale. I am licensed professional clinical counselor practicing in northeastern Ohio. I have a background in clinical mental health, art therapy and experience working with children, adults and seniors. I approach therapy in a way that is friendly, welcoming and creative. I aspire to be the type of therapist I would want to work with. I would want someone who is kind, caring, creates a safe space and takes time to actively listen without judgement. I am a therapist who is encouraging, understanding and willing to challenge you in a helpful way.

I enjoy talking and working with all individuals and I look forward to working with you...

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Michael Wyant

Michael Wyant

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Humorous, direct, and focused on what actually works. I help people stop spinning their wheels and start building a life based on their strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Tubbs

Jessica Tubbs

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe everyone has the ability to grow, heal, and create meaningful change with the right support!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Trina Smith

Trina Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Cognitive Behavioral Therapy forms the foundation of my work because I believe the way we think shapes everything — how we feel, what we choose, and how we move through the world.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Anderson

Deborah Anderson

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I earned my Master's degree while raising my family as a single mother, and that experience deepened my compassion for people who are trying to care for themselves while carrying many responsibilities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Pamela Dustman

Pamela Dustman

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is reflective and collaborative. I believe everyone deserves to feel genuinely heard — not just acknowledged, but truly understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Spangenberg

Michelle Spangenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is centered around you — your goals, your pace, and your window of tolerance for each session.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Maria Augoustinos

Maria Augoustinos

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I bring 25+ years of diverse experience to our sessions, focusing on meeting clients where they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Bethany Ghattas

Bethany Ghattas

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I work with clients in a collaborative, client-centered style, and use an eclectic approach incoprorating aspects from various modalities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Stacey Laverock

Stacey Laverock

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am an LCSW, psychotherapist, with 12+ yrs experience in the Mental Health field. I have worked in many different Mental Health Settings such as: Residential, IBHS, Drug/Alcohol, and Community Based. Specializations include: CCTP, EMDR, and Anxiety, Depression.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shneka Hunter

Shneka Hunter

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, and PTSD, using evidence-based practices and medication management when appropriate.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pam Quarles

Pam Quarles

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a clinical mental health and substance abuse, therapist, with licensures LPCC and LICDC, in the State of Ohio. I obtained my Bachelor's degree from Fisk University and my master's degree in clinical mental health counseling from Walden University. My primary work environments have included private practice/outpatient, school based, as well as residential/crisis inpatient treatment, to provide treatment for mental health [depression, trauma anxiety, anger management, grief and substance use disorders.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Celisa Hardesty

Celisa Hardesty

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My primary work is with adolescents, and I specialize in anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, trauma, self-esteem, psychosis, and supporting kids on the Autism spectrum.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michelle Loper

Dr. Michelle Loper

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to help you find ways to face challenges on your terms by utilizing the strengths and abilities you already have.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shirita Cook

Shirita Cook

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in Ohio, dedicated to helping individuals break old cycles and reclaim their peace. Since 2018, I have provided specialized mental health therapy across diverse settings, including college-based community mental health with BIPOC programming, inpatient addiction care, and private practice. I am an in-network provider with many insurance companies, including Providence Health Plan through the Headway network. My practice focuses heavily on supporting women, students, individuals experiencing various life transitions, and those, who are exhausted from people-pleasing, overcommitting, and ignoring their own boundaries. Together, we work to heal past and present wounds to build a deep, lasting foundation of self-trust and self-love.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Samuel Balla

Samuel Balla

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“His approach to therapy is client-centered, meaning he believes the client knows best whether the treatment is benefiting him or her.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sunny Bowers

Sunny Bowers

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that healing begins when you feel truly seen—and lasting change grows from that foundation of trust.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Eric Jones

Eric Jones

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My practice is anchored in integrative psychiatry, where I combine traditional psychiatric methods with holistic practices.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dupe Oluwamuyide

Dupe Oluwamuyide

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe that counseling room is a sacred space for individuals to share and find solutions to their concerns, challenges, trauma, and struggles...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

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