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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Chesapeake, VA

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

Chesapeake residents seeking addiction support can access providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and acceptance-based therapies. Sessions are available as soon as tomorrow, with many patients saving 75% on care through insurance coverage.

Lauren Whelan

Lauren Whelan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 2.6 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I spent a lot of my clinical time working with the pediatric population and adolescents, which is where I really learned the value of a family-centered approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michela Allen

Michela Allen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I focus on person-centered practices that help individuals enhance their coping skills to navigate life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Anthony Harris

Anthony Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.7 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“I believe that everyone has the capacity to grow, change, and thrive when given the right tools and support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ana Roney

Ana Roney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 6.4 mi away • Norfolk, VA


We all encounter difficulty in life; it’s inevitable. Nowadays, we have the knowledge to know it takes more than physical health, or good nutrition to be well. In order to have a fulfilling life, we must take care of all aspects of our lives. At times, all we need is to lean into our own resources to cope. Other times we need a neutral person to place adequate tools in our path to help us move forward and thrive.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Katrina Samborski

Katrina Samborski

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“I believe healing happens through collaboration—working side by side to understand your story, explore meaningful solutions, and build a plan that feels supportive and empowering.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melody Sanders

Melody Sanders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7 mi away • Norfolk, VA


“I am an empathic, strength-based, and trauma-informed counselor who creates a safe, affirming space for clients to feel seen, heard, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaTisha Moore

LaTisha Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 7.6 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“It is my goal to support my clients throughout the therapeutic process while being their personal cheerleader...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dante Kendall

Dante Kendall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“With firsthand experience as a former college football player and professional athlete overseas, I bring a deep understanding of the mental game required for success.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Frederick Wilson

Dr. Frederick Wilson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 3.9 mi away • Chesapeake, VA


“I have been providing therapy for over 20 years and consider myself to be existential, which emphasizes meaning and existence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sara Stuart

Sara Stuart

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“Using trauma-informed, client-centered approaches, I help clients develop emotional regulation, self-awareness, and healthier coping strategies to achieve long-term recovery and lasting wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Waters

Jessica Waters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Virginia Beach, VA


“I believe in making the most comfortable space I can so I show up authentically me- comfy clothes and all - I hope you can too!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jerome Ford

Jerome Ford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Hampton, VA


“After each session, you can expect to leave feeling challenged, hopeful and with practical tools to help improve your marriage.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Brittney Brown

Brittney Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Hampton, VA


“I believe in meeting clients where they are—creating a safe, supportive, and culturally affirming space where healing can begin.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Griffith

Carolyn Griffith

Therapist

In-person • 24 mi away • Newport News, VA


“I believe that counseling is a collaborative process, validating the significance of life history, and building on clients hopes and strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Sirish Mulpur

Dr. Sirish Mulpur

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Newport News, VA


“Dr. Mulpur is a board-certified psychiatrist offering concierge psychiatry, integrative care, relationship counseling and supportive therapy, and career/leadership coaching.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chewanda Moore

Chewanda Moore

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Newport News, VA


“I provide a safe, supportive space for individuals, families, and couples to explore their experiences and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Patricia Felton

Patricia Felton

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Newport News, VA


“I integrate a client centered approach with a variety of modalities, including EMDR, CBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, to name a few.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Paula Lynch

Paula Lynch

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Newport News, VA


“My approach is trauma-informed, solution-focused, and grounded in the belief that healing looks different for everyone.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Marissa Kris

Marissa Kris

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I hope to create a welcoming space where people feel like I'm a trusted partner as we navigate through whatever season of life they are in.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ingrid Bretschger

Ingrid Bretschger

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take an active and collaborative approach with my clients, and my work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Emily Lopez

Emily Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Palmyra, VA


“I provide an integrative approach to help my clients reach their goals... specialized training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Martha Chonchoro

Martha Chonchoro

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach connects the dots between your physical and mental well-being, because the two are never separate.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Crystal Carrington

Crystal Carrington

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is a combination of evidence-based practices, including person-centered and CBT and a little humor.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joannis Hoard

Joannis Hoard

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Hi, I’m Jody. I have a master’s degree in clinical social work and am a licensed clinical social worker. I’ve been working as a clinician for the past 8 years in a community outpatient mental health agency.

I specialize in substance use disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

I have a background in women’s mental health including relationships and parenting.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ms.  Elaine Argueta

Ms. Elaine Argueta

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I am committed to fostering an inclusive and affirming therapeutic environment where individuals of diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences feel supported and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Ethan Nicholas

Ethan Nicholas

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I view each person as the expert of their own life—and my role is to support, guide, and empower you...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
John Williams

John Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a caring therapist that put my patients first. I am a cognitive therapist and work with patient introducing them to having thoughts that bring on feelings that eventually lead to behavior.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chasity Chambliss

Chasity Chambliss

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to therapy is meeting the person where they are at, establishing a place for safety and healing, and helping clients reach their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Emmitt Kasey

Emmitt Kasey

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My passion as a Licensed Professional Counselor is helping people move from surviving to truly living.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Regina Lawson

Regina Lawson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients experience me as warm, direct, and supportive, and I am committed to helping them create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ngozi Nwajiaku

Ngozi Nwajiaku

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a thoughtful, culturally responsive approach and focus on creating a space where you feel respected, understood, and safe to be yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Christina Rawls-Dolin

Christina Rawls-Dolin

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct, compassionate, and collaborative. Clients often tell me they feel deeply understood while also being challenged to think differently, gain new perspectives, and make lasting changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shelby Love-Daley

Shelby Love-Daley

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“A strong, trusting relationship with your therapist is essential to the treatment process. I'm committed to working collaboratively with you to set meaningful goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittani Burton

Brittani Burton

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master of Social Work from Walden University and a Bachelor of Social Work from Norfolk State University. My clinical experience spans emergency departments, hospitals, and community-based behavioral health settings, where I have supported adults navigating depression, anxiety, life transitions, substance use concerns, and complex medical or psychiatric challenges.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shauna Fares

Shauna Fares

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in the inherent strength and resilience of every individual, and my goal is to support you in uncovering your strengths and achieving your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sally Barca

Sally Barca

Therapist

Virtual • Vienna, VA


“For decades it has been my life mission to help people return to resiliency after setbacks, losses, pain, stress, and suffering.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kathleen Miner

Kathleen Miner

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Strength based therapy is the foundation of all my interventions, believing that people encompass the strengths to overcome obstacles and challenges within their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcela Mejia

Dr. Marcela Mejia

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“I offer a warm, supportive, and thoughtful space where you can feel understood while gaining insight into the patterns that keep you stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


I want to help you help yourself. I believe everyone is capable of change and I will teach you skills to use everyday.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
James Weima

James Weima

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach to care is individualized and evidence-based, combining thoughtful medication management with education and supportive therapeutic techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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