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

Struggling with substance use or addictive behaviors in Sterling, Virginia? Headway connects you with 1,043 licensed providers trained in evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and 12-Step Facilitation. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling and affordable care through insurance coverage.

Martia Hayes

Martia Hayes

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 5.4 mi away • Leesburg, VA


“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
Adam Gomez

Adam Gomez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • Leesburg, VA


“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
Ruth Mena Akyatan

Ruth Mena Akyatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“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
Anu Mathew

Anu Mathew

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“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
Dr. Mary Ellen Ruff

Dr. Mary Ellen Ruff

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Fairfax, VA


“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
Ashley Ellington

Ashley Ellington

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Gainesville, VA


“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 7 insurance carriers
Nardos Tenaw

Nardos Tenaw

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Gainesville, VA


“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 7 insurance carriers
David Phelps

David Phelps

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Gainesville, VA


“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 9 insurance carriers
Dan Russo

Dan Russo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Falls Church, VA


“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

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Kathryn Beirne

Kathryn Beirne

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Centreville, VA


“My goal is to help clients navigate their unique challenges and life transitions by empowering them to recognize and utilize their own strengths, values, and insights.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
John Shaw

John Shaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Manassas, VA


I have over eight years of experience working with people from diverse backgrounds in a variety of environments. I work with individuals, families, and couples to provide help coping with the stresses of everyday life as well as crisis situations. I have experience working with first responders, Law Enforcement and military individual. If you are paying out of pocket, please ask me about my sliding scale fees. I look forward to meeting you.






Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sydney Gehring

Sydney Gehring

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Gainesville, VA


“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 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Austin

Kelly Austin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Manassas, VA


“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 8 insurance carriers
Stephanie Foster

Stephanie Foster

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Arlington, VA


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
Susan Bookfor

Susan Bookfor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Lincolnia, VA


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 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elise Crawford

Elise Crawford

Therapist

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


“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
Fatmata Kamara

Fatmata Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • 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
Chandell Miller

Chandell Miller

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Fredericksburg, VA


“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 9 insurance carriers
Leila Kandahari

Leila Kandahari

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • 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
Logan Taylor

Logan Taylor

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Lake Ridge, VA


“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
Julie Brown

Julie Brown

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Manassas, VA


“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 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. RD Boardman

Dr. RD Boardman

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“Life is full of challenges and opportunities! I believe each experience is an opportunity to learn and grow towards health, well-being, and life balance.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burrows

Jennifer Burrows

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“With over 30 years of experience in mental health treatment, I provide person-centered treatment, trauma-informed care, and strength-based therapy techniques.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Leslie Lartey

Leslie Lartey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Culpeper, VA


“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
Tamara Powell

Tamara Powell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“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
Aminata Kamara

Aminata Kamara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • King George, VA


“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
Thomas Delaney

Thomas Delaney

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Fredericksburg, VA


“I am going to be honest with you, that I am not here to fix you, but to support you in fixing or managing what you are challenged with.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Caitlin Srock-Graham

Caitlin Srock-Graham

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I favor DBT, CBT, and motivational interviewing, which is a clinical way of saying I have actual tools and I'm not just nodding and asking how that makes you feel.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jay Carter

Jay Carter

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a military veteran and Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 8 years of experience, I understand that asking for help takes courage.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Bevin Sanborn

Bevin Sanborn

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe that every individual and family deserves a space where they feel seen, supported, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Stephen Delo

Stephen Delo

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I provide a supportive and collaborative environment where clients can safely explore their challenges, gain insight into their experiences, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Darlene Smith

Darlene Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to your goals. I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joseph Atanacio

Joseph Atanacio

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“Clients report feeling comfortable talking to me and they appreciate the practical advice I provide as well as the gentle guidance in self discovery and improving their relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Rebecca Greenway

Rebecca Greenway

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I believe therapy should feel like a safe, grounded space where you can explore your experiences without judgment and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Ogunshola

Elizabeth Ogunshola

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Virginia


“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
LaKetia Peoples

LaKetia Peoples

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“I integrate CBT with mindfulness, stress-management techniques, and practical skill-building to help clients achieve long-term emotional wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Grief or loss, Relationship issues, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Ashley Nash

Dr. Ashley Nash

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“As a survivor turned mental health provider, I align with the mantra to "be the person that I needed when I was younger."”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Mary Iskarous

Dr. Mary Iskarous

Psychologist

Virtual • Virginia


“Central to her practice, Dr. Iskarous employs Internal Family Systems (IFS), a transformative approach that empowers clients to explore and harmonize their inner world...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Josey Hull

Josey Hull

Therapist

Virtual • Virginia


“My work has woven through community mental health and integrated primary care over the past 20 years, deepening my belief that healing isn't just about talking—it's about reconnecting with your whole self.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Sterling, VA

Number of therapists serving Sterling, VA
There are over 1,040 therapists in Sterling, VA accepting new patients.
1,040+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 82%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 90%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 42%Providence Health Plan
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 1%French
  • 1%Igbo
  • 1%Farsi
How they see their clients
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  • 89%Online only
  • 11%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 76%Woman
  • 23%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 45%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 31%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 16%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 4%Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 14%Child or adolescent therapy

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