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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 658 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.

Dr. Sheila Stauffer

Dr. Sheila Stauffer

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“As someone with an INFJ personality, I bring warmth, compassion, and genuine dedication to every therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Monica Williams

Monica Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative with a little bit of laughter along the way, because life is too unpredictable to be taken too seriously all the time.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marianna Zdinak

Marianna Zdinak

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“Together with my four-legged office companion, Jack, I help individuals navigate trauma and take back control of their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Kathryn Kristol

Kathryn Kristol

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach to therapy is empathetic, non-judgemental, and strengths-based. You will feel comfortable, safe, and validated with my welcoming and approachable manner.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Tolloti

Michael Tolloti

Therapist

Virtual • Canton, OH


“My style is kind, direct, goal-oriented, and strengths based, supporting you in gaining insight and helping you work toward meeting your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stefani Hathaway

Stefani Hathaway

Psychologist

Virtual • Ohio


“I am passionate about supporting and empowering people to grow, build on their strengths, and manage the challenges that life brings their way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Smith

Holly Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, OH


“I can help you build the skills not only to feel better, but to create the long term changes for the life you want.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniel Bielecki

Daniel Bielecki

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Blue Ash, OH


“Dan understands that the key to an effective and positive therapy experience is to first understand the individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jessica Whitesell

Jessica Whitesell

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“I believe in my clients! I provide tools, resources and support to help my clients to feel supported and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Cherry Dolph

Cherry Dolph

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is holistic and tailored to your unique story, integrating trauma-informed care with evidence-based practices to support lasting recovery.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Griffin Nsombi

Linda Griffin Nsombi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ohio


“My approach is warm, inviting, and straightforward — I believe people heal best when they feel genuinely understood and can speak openly without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Helene Muhirwa

Helene Muhirwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Groveport, OH


“My passion and goal is to help you back to your normal self so you can feel not as overwhelmed and unmotivated, but eager to tackle life as it presents.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jordan Pepper

Jordan Pepper

Therapist

Virtual • Athens, OH


“I most definitely operate from a Client Centered approach to therapy. I like to find out where people are in terms of readiness to change and then meet them there.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Matthew Coy

Matthew Coy

Therapist

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“It is my heart's desire that clients walk away from each session changed in some way for the better.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Oreet besner-Schrader

Dr. Oreet besner-Schrader

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


Hello, I’m Dr. Oreet Daniella Besner, a licensed marriage and family therapist, LMFT, LCSW, Psychologist, with a warm and collaborative approach to therapy. I hold an MA from Antioch University and a doctorate, PSY.D, from California School of Professional Psychology. I have 27 years of experience supporting individuals, couples, and families. My areas of focus include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, and self-esteem. I draw from evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy to support meaningful growth. I strive to create a safe, open space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Denise Ferree

Denise Ferree

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“My goal is to provide a safe, affirming, and nonjudgmental space where you feel truly seen and heard.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Empowering
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
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
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
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
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
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 10 insurance carriers
Matt McTeague

Matt McTeague

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Columbus, OH


“I am told that I am able to bring to light unknown behaviors that restrict personal fulfillment and that talking with me is "more like a conversation than therapy."”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Cullison

Lisa Cullison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cleveland, OH


“I believe that until a person is healed mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, their physical well-being has a hard time catching up...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jill Ertel

Jill Ertel

Therapist

Virtual • Columbus, OH


“My approach is solution-focused, person-centered, and grounded in the belief that you are the expert on your own life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christopher Conley

Christopher Conley

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“It is paramount to me to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Eric Clontz

Eric Clontz

Therapist

Virtual • Ohio


“As an EMDR trained therapist, I work best with people that struggle with anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, fear of failure, and perfectionism.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
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
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

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Westlake, OH

Number of therapists serving Westlake, OH
There are over 676 therapists in Westlake, OH accepting new patients.
676+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 97%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 85%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 92%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 60%The Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 2%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Hindi
  • 1%Urdu
How they see their clients
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  • 86%Online only
  • 14%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 74%Woman
  • 25%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 42%Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor
  • 23%Licensed Independent Social Worker
  • 14%Licensed Independent Social Worker - Supervisor
  • 13%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse - Certified Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 29%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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