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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Blacksburg, VA

Headway connects Blacksburg residents with 1,019 licensed providers experienced in addiction recovery, offering flexible virtual and in-person sessions. Our providers use evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction to support your journey toward sobriety and sustained recovery.

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Karen Helmes

Karen Helmes

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I believe that working with someone on your mental health is one of the bravest but rewarding thing that someone can do. Be proud that you are taking this step and I look forward to being a part of your journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christina Burke

Christina Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should feel supportive, approachable, and empowering, and that everyone deserves access to quality care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Donna Naffah

Donna Naffah

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My own experience with therapy was so impactful that it inspired me to dedicate my career to helping others.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Marissa Burke

Marissa Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a space where you can speak openly, without needing to explain the world you work in.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ayla Sharp

Ayla Sharp

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a licensed clinical professional with a background in healthcare leadership and patient-centered care. My background is in substance use and mental health. My practice focuses on providing compassionate, evidence-based care in areas such as stress management, coping strategies, and navigating life transitions. I am committed to creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and equipped to achieve their personal wellness goals.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arnecia Moody

Arnecia Moody

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have a warm, compassionate, caring spirit and believe in a straightforward strength-based perspective to addressing issues within a therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Claudia Perez

Claudia Perez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • N Chesterfld, VA


“She is committed to creating a welcoming environment where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to heal.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Menzo Faassen

Menzo Faassen

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Having lived these intersections myself, I intimately understand the daily mental gymnastics of a fast-firing, neurodivergent brain navigating spaces that lack understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scarlete Johnson

Scarlete Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My specialty is substance dependency counseling, however I am skilled in trauma work, co-occurring disorders, coping with anxiety, and depressive related disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Michael Hartsock

Michael Hartsock

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I currently work within a crisis receiving center, where I focus on building strong therapeutic relationships quickly and helping individuals move toward practical, solution-focused change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mark Reeves

Mark Reeves

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My therapeutic work centers on empowering individuals to develop resilient coping strategies and strengthen their emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nina Iskander

Nina Iskander

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Welcome—I’m so glad you’re here. I’m a licensed therapist offering telehealth-only sessions for individuals seeking support with their mental health and overall wellbeing.

I integrate evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, CPT, Mindfulness, ACT, and MI with trauma focused and trauma-informed practices.

In addition to talk therapy, I incorporate bottom-up expressive arts practices to help clients reconnect with themselves, regulate their nervous system, and build resilience. Creative approaches—like movement, imagery, music, and art—can open up new ways of processing feelings that words alone sometimes can’t reach. As well as increase the capacity to experience joy and happiness once more.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elmira King

Elmira King

Therapist

Virtual • Ashland, VA


“I believe that counseling is a form of self-care that provides unlimited possibilities to create desired life changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Felicia Smith

Felicia Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I prefer to use a blend of therapeutic approaches in my work with clients, tailoring my methods to their individual needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Paula Tisdale

Paula Tisdale

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


As a Trauma-Informed Licensed Counselor, I create safe healing spaces where you feel deeply validated and empowered. I believe therapy must be tailored to create space to honor and explore your entire life journey.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Richardson

Rachel Richardson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


My name is Rachel, and I am a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. I received my associates degree in nursing from Blue Ridge Community College, and I received my bachelors and masters degrees in nursing from James Madison University. I received a post graduate certificate in psych mental health from Shenandoah University, and I am currently enrolled in classes to obtain my doctor of nursing practice degree from James Madison University. I have worked as a registered nurse in state psychiatric facilities since 2018, and I became a nurse practitioner in 2025.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Christina Jordan

Christina Jordan

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, compassionate, and collaborative. I strive to create a safe, supportive environment where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Brown

Jennifer Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I see my purpose as to follow your lead and to put to work the tools I have in order to help you achieve your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Siobhan Oguntimehin

Siobhan Oguntimehin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in working with those with anxiety and depression, as well as people who struggle with substance use, using the CRA/ACRA modality.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Taquisa Simmons

Taquisa Simmons

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Ifeoma Elebo

Dr. Ifeoma Elebo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Henrico, VA


Dr. Ifeoma (Ify) Elebo is a Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. As a Board Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Psychotherapist, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to happiness and stability in life. My approach is to empower the individual through a holistic problem-solving process. My focus areas include Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, PTSD, Bipolar Disorder, Substance abuse.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jairo Orellana

Jairo Orellana

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have always approached every client differently in an individualized treatment to meet their own journey of healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Yama Bundu

Yama Bundu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fredericksburg, VA


Hi! I'm Yama, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of clinical and administrative experience spanning adult-gerontology, post-acute nursing, and advanced psychiatric care. My background is deeply interdisciplinary, which means I bring a broad, well-rounded perspective to every person I work with.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Hayley Proffitt

Hayley Proffitt

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Grundy, VA


“I believe in meeting clients where they are and walking alongside them throughout their counseling journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
April Akers

April Akers

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Substance Abuse Treatment Practitioner with a PhD, and I've spent ten years working with people who are genuinely tired of feeling like they should have figured this out by now. I work virtually with clients throughout Virginia, and I take a different approach than most therapists: I consider myself part clinician, part teacher. My goal isn't just for you to feel better in session — it's for you to leave understanding yourself well enough that you don't need me forever. I work with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, substance use, trauma, life transitions, and end-of-life concerns. I'm also a proud affirming provider for LGBTQ+ clients and believe good therapy should be accessible to everyone — which is why I've built in morning, afternoon, and evening availability.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tracy Burris

Tracy Burris

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Our approach combines accountability, empathy, and evidence-based therapeutic techniques to meet clients where they are in their journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
DeAndra Oliver

DeAndra Oliver

Therapist

Virtual • Burkeville, VA


“I believe that every client is the expert on their own life, and I encourage you to take the lead in your healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dawn Gallagher

Dawn Gallagher

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My philosophy is informed by my belief that every person is intrinsically strong & capable of living a fulfilling & authentic life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Opal Carrico

Opal Carrico

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Andi Slusser

Andi Slusser

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Stafford, VA


“I bring an attentive, warm, and empowering style to therapy, grounded in core values of collaboration, compassion, and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Fran Tyson-Marchino

Fran Tyson-Marchino

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I enjoy working with people in an honest, nonjudgmental, holistic, solution oriented approach incorporating strengths based...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Angela Dickerson

Angela Dickerson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm a Therapist and Veteran, trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deitre Smith

Deitre Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I have experience working with individuals struggling with chronic pain, using CBT to address cognitive factors contributing to pain perception.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Rebecca Antwi-Kisseadoo

Rebecca Antwi-Kisseadoo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a safe and supportive space for psychiatric care and mental health looking beyond symptoms to understand the whole person.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joseph Autry

Joseph Autry

Therapist

Virtual • Manassas, VA


“Through compassion, empathy, and evidence-based techniques, we will find solutions for your problems and worries.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Baroness Butler

Baroness Butler

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is client centered and holistic; I meet you where you are and lean on your innate wisdom and understanding to help actualize your growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shervonne Banks

Shervonne Banks

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“My integrated approach combines the proven strengths of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Choice Therapy, and the Strength-Based Perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
William McLemore

William McLemore

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I noticed that many veterans were more able to open up and process the traumas they had experienced with another veteran than with a non-veteran.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Takara Figueroa

Takara Figueroa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I strive to create a supportive, nonjudgmental environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered to participate in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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