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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in New York

Laura Rinaldi

Laura Rinaldi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use a lot of humor, creative thinking, and metaphor to weave together themes and bridge the multifaceted aspects of our humanity.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Eating Disorders, Family Issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Norvy Jean

Dr. Norvy Jean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Darien, NY


“I use a holistic partnership approach in the development of your plan of care and make sure you feel listened to.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michelle Silverberg

Michelle Silverberg

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am here as a compassionate guide to assist you in tackling life's hardships by gaining the tools you need to get where you want to be.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Leah Molina

Leah Molina

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, NY


“With a Master's in Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing and over 14 years of nursing experience, including extensive work at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, I'm committed to advancing mental health practice.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kaitlyn Fusari

Kaitlyn Fusari

Therapist

Virtual • Frisco, NY


I believe therapy should be tailored to each client individually as it is not a “one size fits all" solution. Whether or not you have a “diagnosis”, therapy is incredibly important and is a space where you get to talk about your everyday stressors or your major traumas. It’s up to you. I am dual licensed in Texas and New York.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joy Mercer

Joy Mercer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, NY


“Clients can expect to learn and empower their own personal strengths, resilience, and insight to live the best versions of themselves.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Javier Aget-Torres

Dr. Javier Aget-Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach is person-centered and trauma-informed, focused on helping individuals build insight, resilience, and a stronger sense of self.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Xiuying Li

Xiuying Li

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Xiuying, an LCSW with over nine years of clinical experience. I earned my master’s degree from Columbia University.

As an immigrant who has lived in the U.S. for more than ten years, I also bring personal understanding of immigration, cultural adjustment, identity, belonging, and navigating life between different cultures.

My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, immigration and acculturation concerns, attachment issues, anger management, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jeremy Thulemeyer

Jeremy Thulemeyer

Therapist

Virtual • West Hollywood, NY


“As a therapist and practicing artist, I blend art therapy, mindfulness, and evidence-based approaches to help you express what words cannot.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danyella Rogers-Brown

Danyella Rogers-Brown

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Danyella believe in a holistic approach to mental and emotional well-being, recognizing that each person's journey is unique and that healing often comes from embracing the entirety of our experiences.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Lisa Webb

Lisa Webb

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have a warm and inviting approach to therapy. This work can be difficult but I'm committed to help you improve, with a little humor in the process.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leonard Marino

Leonard Marino

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I love to abstract with clients, and work with metaphors to help clients gain new insights into their barriers, however, by the end of most sessions, I try to bring it back down to Earth to offer concrete steps they can put into action.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Paul Ruchames

Paul Ruchames

Therapist

Virtual • Garden City, NY


“My approach combines methods from addiction counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy and gestalt therapy...”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brooks Denton-Zimmerman

Brooks Denton-Zimmerman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Buffalo, NY


“My work affirming, social justice–oriented, and grounded in the belief that symptoms are adaptive responses rather than disorders to be fixed.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gidget Rafus-Rousell

Gidget Rafus-Rousell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Working with me means you don't have to edit yourself before walking through the door. I work with adults across New York who are navigating trauma, grief, postpartum struggles, OCD, identity, and the exhaustion that comes from surviving things most people don't talk about out loud. My clients often tell me they've spent years feeling like "too much" - too emotional, too complicated, too much history. My job is to be the one who's not overwhelmed by any of that. I'm a Black woman clinician, and I bring that lived lens into my work with intentionality, not as a side note. If you're looking for a therapist who will meet you where you are - and also gently challenge you when you're ready - you're in the right place.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Pellicci

Emily Pellicci

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I aim to help you develop practical tools to manage stress, improve mental health, and navigate life's challenges with confidence.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Infertility
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vladimir Hantatuc

Vladimir Hantatuc

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I educate my clients about medications, expected benefits, and potential side effects they can experience.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wilmot Lambert

Wilmot Lambert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am detailed oriented and provide a thorough assessment to build a therapeutic plan of action that is tailored to each client's needs.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elaine Dolan

Elaine Dolan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a licenced clinical social worker with over 20 years experience. I supervise other clinicians and enjoy meeting clients where they are at on their journey. I hold certificates and specialize in treating substance use disorders and trauma.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Johnson

Amanda Johnson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Hello, my name is Amanda Johnson, and I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with several years of nursing experience across medical-surgical, chemical dependency, and psychiatric care settings. My treatment philosophy is rooted in a comprehensive, holistic approach that integrates psychotherapy, medication management, and non-pharmacological interventions tailored to individual patient needs.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sandra Davis

Sandra Davis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You will learn skills to help you navigate through life. I use mindfulness as a basis for our sessions and build on self-compassion exercises to begin healing.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Women's Issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Helen Paulucci

Helen Paulucci

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach can be described to be warm, collaborative, and educational allowing for a sense of hope and growth.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Heather Blondin

Dr. Heather Blondin

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Henderson, NY


Hi! I'm Dr. Heather Blondin. I completed my DO degree at Touro University Nevada and my Psychiatry residency at Kirk Kerkorian School of Medicine at UNLV. I am board-certified in Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. While everyone is welcome, I particularly enjoy working with women, college students, healthcare professionals, and those navigating life transitions.

Please note: I cannot prescribe controlled substances for patients located outside of Nevada.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Meghann Postgate

Meghann Postgate

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Hi! I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner who has been working in the mental health field for 9 years with a degree from Stony Brook University. I have worked in a variety of clinical settings, but specialize in child/adolescent care and addictions medicine. I want to make a difference in people's lives and I feel privileged to do the work I do!

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Jessica Ramos

Jessica Ramos

Therapist

Virtual • Pleasant Valley, NY


“Women empowerment is something I hold dear and near to me. Working with women is a very important aspect of my practice...”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Bryan Asher

Bryan Asher

Therapist

Virtual • Syracuse, NY


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Army Veteran with extensive experience supporting adults through a wide range of mental health and life challenges. Throughout my career, I have worked with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use concerns, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, and major life transitions.

I have experience working with both civilian and Veteran populations and understand the unique pressures that can come with demanding careers, family responsibilities, military service, and periods of personal change. My focus is on helping clients develop greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and practical strategies that support long-term growth and well-being.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Laura Wysocki

Laura Wysocki

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a collaborative, warm, supportive working relationship, which fosters the safety that is necessary to address painful and challenging emotions and experiences.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Jakubowski

Samantha Jakubowski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life and have the innate ability to navigate your path forward.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Michael Hellman

Michael Hellman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I read and subscribe to the idea that instead of a patient needing a clinician to offer treatment, a client seeks the assistance of a counselor as more of a confidential teammate for improving a bio-psycho-social aspect of her/his life.


I have worked in the behavioral health field since 1997 and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker since 2015, making a mid-life career change to help those struggling with a variety of issues--anxiety, depression, self-esteem, substance and other addictions, recovery, grief and loss, family, relationship, life transitions and adjustment difficulties--anything negatively impacting one's daily functioning, happiness, quality of life.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alyssa Spitz

Alyssa Spitz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I meet you exactly where you are—at whatever pace feels right—and we work together to define goals and make meaningful progress.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joe James

Joe James

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“The main things I want clients to take away from a session is increased belief in themselves, optimism for their future and appreciation for progress they've made.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Peggy Hardy

Peggy Hardy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I lead with compassion, experience, and directness. My approach is collaborative — I listen closely, ask the right questions, and involve you in every decision.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Marcia Chichester

Dr. Marcia Chichester

Therapist

Virtual • Hicksville, NY


“Through a strength-based approach, I help individuals, couples, and families navigate concerns such as anxiety, depression, substance use, behavioral issues, and relationship difficulties.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Marie St. Louis

Marie St. Louis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have spent most of my life helping people be the best versions of themselves, in one capacity or another. As a trauma-responsive counselor, I have several years of professional experience working with adults dealing with a variety of mental health issues (e.g., anxiety, depression, addiction, loss, life transitions, relationship issues, etc.). What is most important to my client is most important to me. I strive to help clients feel safe, heard, and empowered to navigate whatever life handles them.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kelly Sass

Kelly Sass

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience treating severe mental illness, mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, depression and substance use disorders. I earned my Master’s degree from Stony Brook University.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Stegall

Hannah Stegall

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Clifton Park, NY


I have had extensive experience with trauma in individuals from adolescence to late adulthood. I believe that trauma looks and feels different to every person. Two people experiencing the same event will have different outlooks and understandings of it. A traumatic event can take many forms. I want to help you pick up on where your thoughts, feelings and behaviors come from, even if you have never experienced “trauma".

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalie Pistor

Natalie Pistor

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“After a session my goal is you leaving more empowered and confident in your ability to address life stressors.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Ricardo Despradel

Ricardo Despradel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I offer a warm, affirming space where you don't have to explain or justify who you are or what you're going through.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Bonnie Dempsey

Bonnie Dempsey

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I utilize verbal therapy with various somatically focused methods to help clients get to know their own nervous system, triggers, and core beliefs...”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Maria Guzman

Maria Guzman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Williamsville, NY


“I help parents and caregivers better understand what may be going on with their child's behaviors and emotions, while giving them tips and tools to respond in ways that support connection and growth.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

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