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

Tamara Henry

Tamara Henry

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hempstead, NY


“Tamara's approach to patient care is characterized by compassion, patience, and empowerment. She is devoted to treating her patients and understanding the interconnectedness of physical and mental well-being.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Carol Deng

Carol Deng

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Carol is a bilingual and bicultural psychotherapist with a highly developed sensitivity and awareness of how to better work with individuals from diverse populations.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Natalia Massar

Natalia Massar

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Teaneck, NY


“I love to engage my patients in their our care, we make joined decisions in terms of formatting treatment plan as I believe that personally tailored care is optimal for best patient outcome.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Arthur Cardinale

Arthur Cardinale

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • New York, NY


“I work from a person-centered approach. It enables me to connect with an individual's experiences and perspectives in order to form a true alliance.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ryan O'Connell

Ryan O'Connell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I see therapy as a collaborative relationship and seek to help my clients find greater meaning and clarity in their lives as they build healthier relationships with themselves and those around them.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Anika Castang

Anika Castang

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a warm, supportive and nonjudgmental environment where clients can explore their experiences, build resilience and move toward lasting personal growth.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Relationship Issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Sifonte

Amanda Sifonte

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Amanda Sifonte, LCSW. I work with teens, adults, and older adults experiencing anxiety, depression, addiction, stress, chronic health conditions, grief, and life transitions. I strive to create a warm, supportive environment where clients feel heard and understood. Using a collaborative and individualized approach, I tailor treatment to your unique needs and goals, helping you build practical skills, gain insight, and move toward lasting growth and well-being.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Casey Subero

Casey Subero

Therapist

Virtual • New York


My name is Casey Subero. I am an LMHC in the state of New York and an LPCC in the state of California. I graduated with my master's in Mental Health Counseling from LIU Brooklyn. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and specialize in treating clients with Anxiety, Depression, communication challenges, and anger.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Sharon Maguire

Sharon Maguire

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I find great fulfillment in being part of the therapeutic process and witnessing the positive changes that clients make in their lives.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kristine Mims

Kristine Mims

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a supportive environment where you feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout your care.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Yichao Zhang

Dr. Yichao Zhang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I approach each patient as a unique individual and tailor the patient's care accordingly. I am passionate about providing quality, compassionate and comprehensive services to my patients.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Direct, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Cristina Portanova

Cristina Portanova

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi there! I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with the masters degree from John Jay College of criminal justice in forensic mental health counseling . I have experience working with adolescents and adults in various settings including school, outpatient and inpatient clinics and programs. I specialize in helping clients navigate challenges related to anxiety, substance use, and trauma. With extensive experience in trauma counseling, I understand the deep and lasting impact trauma can have, and I bring compassion and skill to guiding clients through recovery at their own pace.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Family Issues, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maryellen Dance

Maryellen Dance

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I have been practicing in the mental health field since 2011 in a variety of settings. My career began in substance abuse counseling and has shifted to working primarily with people who have experiences trauma as I am trained in EMDR.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Family Issues, PTSD, Relationship Issues
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Frances Melendez

Frances Melendez

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


As a licensed Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience I believe taking care of one's mental heath is as important to your physical health. I have experience working with Adults, adolescents, LGBTQ, Health issues, and PNES.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Michelle Mendez

Michelle Mendez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Through motivational interviewing and skill building, I want to form a partnership with clients to ensure they are progressing towards their goals.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sairis Blair-Diaz

Sairis Blair-Diaz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Focus on the now and help navigate from the what if's, and shoulda coulda woulda into a more positive space with positive coping.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alexandra Palma

Alexandra Palma

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Healing rarely happens in a straight line, and you don't have to figure it out alone. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State, and I provide telehealth therapy for adults coping with trauma, anxiety, depression, and other serious mental health conditions. Meeting online means you can do this work from the comfort and privacy of your own space.

My path to this work began in healthcare settings, where I helped patients and families through major transitions. Since then I've worked in outpatient substance use and mental health clinics and in a county mental health clinic, supporting people with a wide range of needs. That experience shapes how I show up for clients: with clinical skill, and with patience for the ups and downs of change.

If you're ready to start, or just curious whether we might be a good fit, I'd welcome the chance to talk.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Annette Smith

Dr. Annette Smith

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


“Born in the U.S. and raised in Ghana, I bring a deep understanding of how culture, spirituality, and tradition shape emotional well-being.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Margarita Carrera

Margarita Carrera

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you understand the thought and behavior patterns that developed in response to trauma or abuse — and to begin replacing them with something more sustainable.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Bianca Massi

Bianca Massi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


My path to becoming a mental health provider grew out of a combination of personal experience, professional curiosity, and a deep desire to help others feel empowered in their own lives. Early experiences with trauma shaped the way I understand healing, resilience, and the importance of having support during life’s most overwhelming moments. While challenging, those experiences ultimately planted the seed for what would become my career.

I am deeply interested in the ways people adapt, survive, and make meaning out of hardship. This led me to pursue formal training in trauma-informed care and evidence-based therapeutic approaches, along with a commitment to ongoing continuing education. Over more than a decade of practice, I have supported individuals navigating trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, family violence, grief, and major life transitions.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sasha Classe

Sasha Classe

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Sasha takes a culturally competent, gender-affirming, and trauma-informed approach when working with clients.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Trauma
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Victoria Boateng

Dr. Victoria Boateng

Therapist

Virtual • New Rochelle, NY


“I am deeply committed to promoting emotional wellness and supporting individuals in achieving meaningful, sustainable change through evidence-based and person-centered care.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Depression, PTSD, Relationship Issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Deborah Scott

Deborah Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


Down to earth and very open minded. I believe in complete transparency and accountability.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
John Melendez

John Melendez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


John D. Melendez is a bilingual, English and Spanish speaking, Mental Health and Substance Use Counselor experienced in providing assessment and treatment to adolescents, adults, and families from diverse ethno-cultural and racial backgrounds in order to determine appropriate services and referrals needed, implementing short-term and long-term goals in collaboration with clients.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jorge Abreu

Jorge Abreu

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is an insight-oriented dynamic, and CBT approach, where I also incorporate neurophysiological aspects of motivation...”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kaitlyn Nicholson

Kaitlyn Nicholson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Syosset, NY


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental. I don't believe therapy is about giving advice or having all the answers.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natalia Porter

Natalia Porter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize in helping clients better understand and address acculturation and adjustment issues, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, grief, trauma and life transitions.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Massiel Farrell

Massiel Farrell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Clients often describe me as warm, grounded, and attentive. I strive to listen carefully, ask meaningful questions, and tailor our work to your unique needs rather than applying a one-size-fits-all approach.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kevin Cox

Kevin Cox

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Being a black male therapist of Caribbean heritage, Kevin's specialty areas include working with black men, as well as individuals that have a Caribbean background.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Wulfken

Wendy Wulfken

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy should empower you to find tools and solutions that work to help you reach your therapy goals.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Palmieri

Thomas Palmieri

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“He believes that effective therapy consists of the therapist opening the "map" and the client taking the "driver's seat" in the therapeutic relationship.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiffany Lawson

Tiffany Lawson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My approach is hollistic , seeking to incorporate the mind, body and spirit to achieve both internal and extrernal restoration with the least amount of medication.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Alissa Zemering

Alissa Zemering

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“After more than two decades supporting individuals through illness, recovery, aging, grief, addiction, and major life transitions, I have come to believe that healing happens when we feel seen, understood, and connected to our own inner wisdom.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Y Reyes

Y Reyes

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I like to help my clients recreate their narrative through expressive forms of art. In my practice I've only ever had clients who were visionaries. After all, aren't visionaries those who see things others don't see ... yet? Here's to system redesign!

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
George Torres

George Torres

Therapist

Virtual • New York


As a warm, open-minded, and empowering therapist, I am dedicated to helping adults and families navigate life's most complex challenges. I earned my Master’s degree in Counseling and bring a robust professional background working across diverse clinical settings, specializing in treating anxiety, sleep disorders, identity exploration, relationships, and bipolar disorders. In my practice, I frequently serve populations navigating cultural or ethnic issues, men’s issues, and individuals healing from trauma or substance abuse. On a personal note, my commitment to mental health stems from my own lived experiences navigating difficult life transitions, which gives me a genuine, human understanding of how intimidating it can be to take this first step toward healing.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shaqueen Walcott

Shaqueen Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Welcome and thank you for taking that first step in supportive self-care. I am Shaqueen Walcott a Licensed Clinical Social Worker as well as an Advanced CASAC. Effective treatment demands deep engagement combined with an appropriate level of intervention. Working together, we will begin to rebuild, resilience, trust, and most importantly hope.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Joseph Scalisi-MacMaster

Joseph Scalisi-MacMaster

Therapist

Virtual • East Islip, NY


“I am truly passionate about what I do & believe that everyone deserves to have their journey to wellness.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Peter Amato

Peter Amato

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a supportive and empowering therapist. I provide a warm and supportive environment that stresses collaboration, mutual respect and trust.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shari Bernstein

Shari Bernstein

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is interactive and approachable, incorporating solution-focused and emotionally centered techniques.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Nicole Kaye

Nicole Kaye

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I use an integrative, strength-based approach to therapy, drawing from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy and mindfulness.”
Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression, Family Issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers

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