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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Virginia

Whether you're navigating recovery from drug addiction, alcohol use disorder, or other addictive behaviors, Headway's Virginia network of 1,080 providers offers compassionate, personalized support. Sessions are available within days, with providers trained in 12-step facilitation, SMART recovery, and other recovery-focused modalities to help you achieve sobriety.

Luther Archer

Luther Archer

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


Assisting all people to discover their maximum potential and overcome barriers to their emotional, psychological and spiritual well being is my life's work. My approach is informed by a non-judgmental challenge to self and the environment that in unlocking potential no matter your age, gender, ethnicity, or economic background.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christopher Coleman

Dr. Christopher Coleman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashland, VA


Hello, I am Dr. Chris Coleman. I work with those challenged with substance use, mental health and co-occurring disorders (mental health & substance use). I have over three decades in the field, demonstrating compassion, non-condemning, empathic setting, with a direct approach to meet you where you are.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dori Exum

Dori Exum

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring a warm, grounded, and collaborative approach to healing, shaped by honors‐level graduate work and 17 years of experience supporting youth and families across Illinois, Kansas, and Missouri.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rolando Liyim

Rolando Liyim

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I'm genuinely excited to work with clients who are willing to embrace vulnerability and explore their emotions authentically.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tamara Johnson

Tamara Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“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 5 insurance carriers
Lucy Ukachukwu

Lucy Ukachukwu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


With over a decade of experience, I am dedicated to helping adults find peace, clarity, and emotional balance. I take a holistic, person-centered approach, combining clinical expertise with genuine compassion to support my clients' journey to restoration. I have extensive experience in mental health, correctional healthcare, and community psychiatry.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Fatmata Kamara

Fatmata Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Alexandria, VA


“I believe that successful treatment begins with understanding each person's unique experiences, challenges, and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Landry Deuboue

Dr. Landry Deuboue

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe psychiatric care should be collaborative and individualized—not simply a brief conversation followed by a prescription.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Jeremy Rash

Jeremy Rash

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I will bring my humor, open mind, and authentic self to the therapy room and only request that you bring the same.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Heidi York

Heidi York

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I specialize in helping individuals navigate transition, identity, anxiety, burnout, trauma, and the unique stressors faced by military-connected and globally mobile communities.”
Substance use / addiction, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Selam Tekie

Selam Tekie

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a compassionate, evidence-based approach to psychiatry that looks at you as a whole person, not just a list of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Avis Edwards

Avis Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My aim is to create a calm, collaborative environment where clients feel safe, heard, and empowered from the very beginning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Melody Sanders

Melody Sanders

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
Katrina Williams

Katrina Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a warm, collaborative approach to therapy, using a multidimensional framework to meet the unique needs of each client or couple.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Diaminique Harris

Diaminique Harris

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My counseling style is warm, empathetic, and down to earth, offering support to build coping skills and create lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marcus Boyd

Marcus Boyd

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I bring 20+ years across psychiatric care, addictions care, forensic settings, and housing-first work.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Logan Horng

Logan Horng

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I use evidence-based approaches like CBT and ACT to help clients build resilience and create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
A. Meka Chase

A. Meka Chase

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


My passion lies in supporting children, teens, and young adults navigate through daily life stressors via a collaborative and supportive therapeutic environment. I have an extensive background in working with individuals who feel overwhelmed or defined by their life stories, those navigating trauma, and individuals experiencing relationship issues, mood disorders, anxiety, and/or depression. When I am not counseling or doing assessments, you can catch me reading, journaling, listening to music, swimming, traveling/ visiting sanctuaries/endangered animals, and/or spending time with family and friends.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nikis Ellis

Nikis Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My job is to listen, be empathetic, non-judgmental, and provide clients with the best care possible.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ashley Hutchens

Ashley Hutchens

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“For the last seven years, I have been working in a community mental health setting with all ages and backgrounds.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lucila Esquivel

Lucila Esquivel

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I create a welcoming and friendly environment where you can feel comfortable speaking what's truly on your heart and mind without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sherrona Wiggins

Sherrona Wiggins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Stafford, VA


“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
Charles Halloran

Charles Halloran

Therapist

Virtual • Richmond, VA


“My approach to treatment is Solution Focused Brief Therapy. This is an approach that is forward looking and emphasizes addressing solvable real life issues.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Wilhem Rivera Vega

Dr. Wilhem Rivera Vega

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Virginia


Dr. Rivera employs an integrative style that focuses on the individual's sleep, diet, physical and mental fitness. He enjoys working in particular with weight loss, men's wellness, de-prescription from psychotropic medications, and detox from long-term substance use: tobacco, alcohol, opioids, and benzodiazepines. Furthermore, he specializes in the diagnosis and management of attention, mood, anxiety, and psychotic disorders.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Summer-Leigh Post

Summer-Leigh Post

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Work together with Summer to identify the challenges and obstacles that are causing dissonance in your daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, OCD
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
James Haynes

James Haynes

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I engage my Clients with humor, authenticity, and a sincere passion in assisting them in achieving their therapeutic goals that we collaboratively decide upon through open and honest discussion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Denise Dawson

Dr. Denise Dawson

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I take a personable, practical approach to therapy, combining Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and brief solution-focused techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hannah Kilhefner

Hannah Kilhefner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I'm Hannah, PMHNP-BC. Do you suffer from anxiety and depression? Are you struggling to keep up with your work, relationship with family and friends because of anxiety and depression? If you are struggling with anxiety or depression, I am here for you. I help high performers like you to manage anxiety, depression, and mood disorders to avoid feeling overwhelmed.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Kemezis

Nicole Kemezis

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe in empowering my clients to access their own innate strengths in order for them to cope and thrive.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Leila Kandahari

Leila Kandahari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Woodbridge, VA


“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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. James Morris

Dr. James Morris

Psychologist

Virtual • Glen Allen, VA


“My approach to therapy is client-centered and problem-focused. I use an integrated combination of treatment methods, aimed at assisting my patients (and their loved ones)...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lawrencia Oppong Peprah

Lawrencia Oppong Peprah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals across the life span achieve mental health balance and resilience. My approach combines medication management with supportive therapy, always tailored to your unique needs.

Clients often describe me as compassionate, collaborative, and practical. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, or life transitions, I provide evidence-based care in a welcoming environment where you can feel heard and supported.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Neda Lopez

Neda Lopez

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“After 26 years working alongside people through some of life's most difficult seasons, I've seen that healing is possible...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Silvia Phoebus

Silvia Phoebus

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My style is direct but supportive — I believe in honest conversations, gentle accountability, and building emotional strength without shame.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Tope Oladimeji-Iyaomolere

Dr. Tope Oladimeji-Iyaomolere

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Henrico, VA


“My style is warm, collaborative, and patient-centered. I combine evidence-based medication management with psychoeducation, lifestyle guidance, and goal-focused support.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 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
Oluwaseyi Soetan

Oluwaseyi Soetan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • North Chesterfield, VA


“My practice is rooted in a holistic, patient-centered approach, with a strong emphasis on evidence-based care and therapeutic collaboration.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Aaron Silverman

Aaron Silverman

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I teach men how to be better fathers, friends, partners, and fathers. I also help those men with their partners go from internal and marital conflict, to feeling connected...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Akunna Ikocha

Akunna Ikocha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, PTSD, Panic disorder and mood disorders. I also offer ADHD testing for children and adults online and in-person. I offer both medication management and therapy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Virginia

Number of therapists serving Virginia
There are over 1,080 therapists in Virginia accepting new patients.
1,080+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 81%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 40%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Yoruba
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 77%Woman
  • 23%Man
License types
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  • 43%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 32%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 38%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 13%Child or adolescent therapy

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