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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 1,138 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.
“With close to a decade in psychiatric and addiction medicine, I bring clinical depth and genuine care to every session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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“My greatest strength is the empathy and compassion with my clients. We are on this journey together.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is deeply collaborative and person-centered, utilizing evidence-based techniques like CBT and trauma-informed care to meet your unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach to therapy is holistic and strengths-based. In therapy, we will focus on wellness across six domains: occupational, mental, emotional, spiritual, physical, and social.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“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 9 insurance carriers
“I have a very informal and approachable style. I feel that I work well with various personalities and learning types.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I aim to create a relaxed, welcoming space where clients feel safe to explore what's going on in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I mostly use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and solution focused techniques to help problem solve and navigate challenging life situations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach is collaborative and trauma-informed, grounded in evidence-based practices such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Narrative Therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am strengths based. I always want my clients to feel good when they leave my sessions and I am very mindful of this.”
Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I provide focused, evidence-based, and holistic care for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I have a passion for working with adolescents and families that are in distress and supporting them in improving their family dynamics and functioning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“It's my greatest honor to help others walk through what may be the most difficult challenges of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I think one of the most crucial aspects of therapy is the therapeutic relationship and I strive to provide a space of safety, kindness, and empowerment for clients.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental healthcare. With a strong background in both nursing and psychiatric care, I am passionate about reducing the stigma surrounding mental health and empowering individuals to reclaim their quality of life. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar disorder, Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders, sleep disorder, cognitive disorder, and trauma across the lifespan. I have experience working in both inpatient and outpatient settings and have a strong understanding of evidence-based practices for treating mental illness in adults.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My approach is supportive and collaborative, helping clients build practical coping skills while gaining deeper insight into their experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Creative, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“After a session with me, you will leave with a laugh, feeling lighter and hopefully some practical knowledge that you can use in your everyday life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
“If you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or like your current medication isn't working—I help adults get real relief with personalized, evidence-based care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help you reflect and process your life's experiences/challenges in effort to help you heal, learn new tools and skills, be empowered, and improve your overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I have a wide range of experience in various clinical and therapeutic settings. I specialize in working with children and adults with depression/anxiety, trauma, grief/loss, serious mental illness, lgbtq+, crisis intervention, intellectual and developmental disabilities (including Autism Spectrum Disorders), as well as traumatic brain injuries. I primarily enjoy working best with youth or adults in individual therapy sessions. I am NOT currently accepting any new COUPLE THERAPY clients at this time.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I'm direct. I'm warm. And I have a genuine heart for people who are ready to do the real work — not just manage symptoms, but understand themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative, whole-person approach to psychiatric care. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, I take time to understand your history, daily life, experiences, and goals so we can develop a treatment plan that makes sense for you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I utilize a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities of which we can chose from and again this will be selected based on "your specific needs."”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and practical. I want you to feel comfortable opening up while also leaving each session with tools you can use in real life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I believe in treating the whole person—mind, body, and spirit—and am dedicated to helping you find balance, resilience, and improved quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“I'm passionate about supporting clients as they work toward their goals and create meaningful change in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My treatments are solution-focused with the goal of being able to create successes early on and to progress quickly toward identified goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My professional approach centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, stress, addiction challenges, and self-esteem concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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
“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 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I will always be me and believe that this helps people feel safe when building a connection with me, a human being rather than a blank slate expert.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
“I believe in a collaborative and non-judgmental approach to therapy and am dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment for all clients.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Finding time for yourself to seek treatment in a safe space where you can be open about your feelings is important for understanding that it is okay to be unwell.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My communication style is warm, steady, and honest. I listen deeply and reflect your emotions and patterns with care...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“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
“I work best with adults of all ages looking to address trauma/PTSD, history of substance use issues, family dynamic issues, co-dependency, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is rooted in a warm, genuine connection with each client, ensuring they feel heard and supported throughout their healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“Dominic uses an eclectic approach to counseling that allows him the flexibility to use the most effective therapy technique to help his client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I take a collaborative, compassionate, and patient-centered approach, creating a supportive and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Sterling, VA
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Sterling, VA
20+
Average years in practice
11 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 80%PTSD
- 75%Bipolar disorder
Insurances accepted
- 90%Aetna
- 75%Cigna
- 75%CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
- 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
Languages spoken
- 90%English
- 15%Spanish
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 75%Woman
- 25%Man
License types
- 35%Licensed Professional Counselor
- 35%Nurse Practitioner
- 20%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 10%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
- 100%Individual therapy
- 20%Couples therapy
- 10%Family therapy
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