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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Fairfax, VA
Fairfax residents seeking addiction recovery support can connect with 1,151 providers specializing in dual diagnosis treatment, relapse prevention, and medication management through Headway. We make mental health care accessible with flexible scheduling and insurance-backed sessions that average 75% savings.
“I have a direct and supportive approach. Building confidence and self trust, resolving over thinking, being stuck and facing crisis.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Direct
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I understand the courage it takes to seek help, and I'm here to meet you with empathy, respect, and curiosity about your unique story.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Each individual has a unique past, present, and future that will and have shaped them into who they are.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“Creativity is a gift that is often underutilized, and yet it is the foundation for expression, growth, and change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I am warm and compassionate in my approach and use a variety of cognitive behavioral based interventions...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Most of us who live Virginia are feeling stressed by our hectic lives. Are you feeling stuck or alone, dissatisfied with your job, job loss, spouse deployment, family conflict, grief, sleep issues, road rage or exhausted? We tend to bottle up these feelings and they affect our emotions : anger, anxiety, depression, sadness frustration and substance abuse. I can help you gain tools needed to improve your coping skills, and improve your sleep, reduce feelings of stress, depression and anxiety.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I've found that the most meaningful change happens when clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to take responsibility for their growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
I am a certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with several years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults. I specialize in a wide range of treatment areas including depression, anxiety, autism, oppositional defiant disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. I have worked in several different settings and enjoy providing care through telehealth, which offers access to quality care when it is needed.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I count it as a privilege to be invited to walk with individuals as they navigate some of their most vulnerable moments and significant life events.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I provide counseling to adolescents and adults with mental health or substance use problems and their family members.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“You will find Kelly to be empathetic, genuine and curious. She likes to work from a nonjudgmental frame to create solutions WITH you that will fit you and your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe that the most meaningful progress begins with a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Using an evidence based recovery oriented philosophy, Ross seeks to empower clients to take control of their lives and return to full health.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Her goal is to create a supportive, judgment-free environment where patients feel heard, empowered, and actively involved in their care as they work toward lasting mental wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I believe that your overall wellbeing begins with a healthy mind and that quality, personalized psychiatric care can keep my patients out of the hospital and living their most meaningful lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I'm extensively trained in DBT and will work to help you with practical tools to deal with stress, anxiety, tough life transitions or relationship problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“By combining evidence-based medication management with psychotherapy, she delivers holistic mental health care tailored to each individual's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“You can expect to leave each appointment with tangible goals that focus on improving your function, wherever you are in life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I strive to approach clients troubles through the lens of empathy and understanding from clients point of experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach is rooted in partnership, compassion, and a commitment to helping clients move toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to empower clients by fostering resilience, encouraging healing, and supporting personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I specialize in psychiatric and behavioral health treatment at Vital Health & Integrative Care for postpartum depression, anxiety, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), mood disorders, psychotic disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a warm, empathetic environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“Dr. 'O' considers all aspects of a patient's well-being, including physical, emotional, and social factors, to provide comprehensive and holistic care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I focus on understanding the your story; not just the symptoms—to create a tailored wellness plan that fits your unique life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I see the counseling relationship as a collaborative partnership in which I assist clients in defining their issues and goals for treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“In my 38 years as a counselor, I've learned that healing doesn't begin with what we look at—it begins with what we see.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My work is grounded in the belief that meaningful change often requires understanding not only our thoughts and experiences, but also our nervous system, emotions, relationships, and the protective patterns we developed along the way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a collaborative, compassionate, and individualized approach, taking time to listen to your experiences, understand your concerns, and learn what matters most to you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I'm also a psychologist who has sat in the client's chair. I believe therapy isn't only for moments of crisis.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I blend strong clinical training with real world experience and meet you exactly where you are, with no judgment or pressure to have it all figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I strive to create a warm, supportive space where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and empowered to grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe that meaningful change happens when practical strategies are combined with genuine, self-awareness, and self compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
I hope to help you transform those painful, self-limiting beliefs and old patterns into realistic and affirming ones. The process I most often use incorporates bilateral stimulation of the brain. This is a simple technique that often has profound results. It has been shown to move clients very quickly towards the core healing, which is central to lasting results. One of the key benefits of this therapy is the ability to approach new situations /people with creativity, clarity, and new problem-solving techniques. This often occurs spontaneously as part of the process.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I bring a full toolkit to every session: EMDR for trauma, DBT for emotional regulation, Gottman Method for couples, ACT for living in alignment with your values, and CBT for breaking patterns that keep you stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I have had the privilege of supporting people through some of life's most difficult and meaningful moments.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am very patient with my clients and will partner with you to create a treatment plan that works best for you and improve outcome.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“Working with me feels like having a strong, steady support system—one that offers validation, guidance, and the tools needed to cultivate resilience and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach to providing care integrates collaboration, empowerment, and medication management. I prioritize building trusting relationships, tailoring interventions to individual needs, and drawing from evidence-based practices.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe you are the expert on your life. I'm here to guide you through the process of discovering hidden strengths and develop new skills to make positive and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Fairfax, VA
Number of therapists serving Fairfax, VA
1,146+
Average years in practice
10 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 88%Stress management
- 81%PTSD
Insurances accepted
- 98%Aetna
- 90%Cigna
- 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 44%Kaiser Permanente of the Mid Atlantic
Languages spoken
- 99%English
- 6%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%Igbo
- 1%Twi
How they see their clients
- 91%Online only
- 9%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 76%Woman
- 23%Man
License types
- 43%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 17%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 38%Family therapy
- 28%Couples therapy
- 13%Child or adolescent therapy
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