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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Danbury, CT

Whether you're dealing with alcohol addiction, drug dependence, nicotine use disorder, or gambling, Headway offers accessible mental health support in Danbury through telehealth and in-person sessions. Our providers utilize evidence-based therapies including acceptance and commitment therapy, relapse prevention, and medication management to help you achieve lasting recovery and rebuild your life.

Emily Kilroy Wolf

Emily Kilroy Wolf

Therapist

Virtual • Rocky Hill, CT


“It's my passion and my priority to create opportunities for others to recognize and develop their authentic self in a safe and supportive environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shanae Henley

Shanae Henley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is warm, collaborative, and client centered. I create a supportive space where you can feel seen and heard...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
George Piers

George Piers

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Connecticut


“With nearly 30 years of experience, my psychotherapy practice is deeply informed by Internal Family Systems (IFS), mindfulness meditation, and a holistic mind/body approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julie Burns

Julie Burns

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Waterbury, CT


“I believe in developing individualized treatment plans that address each client's unique needs, goals, and strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Deanne Sansone

Deanne Sansone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“In our sessions, we will explore your thoughts and feelings, develop coping strategies, and foster personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bunmi Olugbile

Bunmi Olugbile

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“On the first visit, clients will experience an in-depth solution based psychiatric evaluation that is edged on compassion, warmth and understanding.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Cornelius Anyanwu

Dr. Cornelius Anyanwu

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a person of color and an immigrant, I hold a unique position in understanding cultural differences, values, and traditions...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mahamudun Nabi

Mahamudun Nabi

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to psychiatric care is patient-centered, collaborative, and grounded in both evidence-based medicine and a deep understanding of each individual's unique life experience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erica Ward

Erica Ward

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm not a passive therapist. I ask questions, identify patterns, offer feedback, and help clients connect what they are experiencing emotionally with how it is affecting their relationships, routines, decision-making, and daily functioning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
James Zagres

James Zagres

Therapist

Virtual • Hartford, CT


“My role is to walk alongside you, helping you gain clarity, build resilience, and take practical steps toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tameika Ivey

Tameika Ivey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is grounded in CBT and integrates DBT, ACT, trauma-informed, and strengths-based practices to help clients develop insight, build effective coping skills, and create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Christopher Hale

Dr. Christopher Hale

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I blend empathy & nonjudgemental approach with evidence-based treatment modalities, including CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy, and strength-based, client-centered, solution-focused therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Lemoine

Nicole Lemoine

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I consider it a privilege to walk alongside individuals and families as they navigate difficult seasons, discover their strengths, and work toward healing, hope, and lasting personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Katherine Snedaker

Katherine Snedaker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My hope is that my clients leave every session feeling heard, supported, and with a new prospective on whatever challenge they are facing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toria Caton

Toria Caton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in helping people overcome anxiety, depression, and relationship and family difficulties, creating a safe and supportive space for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nicholas Ahern

Nicholas Ahern

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


I have extensive experience in community mental health and private practice settings working with teens and adults. I received my Masters of Science in Psychology from Johnson & Wales University. I am licensed to practice in Rhode Island, Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Todd Johnson

Todd Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice. In your first session, we'll explore what brought you to therapy and then decide the most appropriate ways to help you make progress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alfred Mayer

Alfred Mayer

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have over 30 years experience in helping clients to make choices to empower themselves to move forward and reach whatever their true goal is.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Trisha Miller

Trisha Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Approaches consist of but is not limited to Solution Focused, Collaborative, Client Centered and strengths based.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Michelle Peacock

Dr. Michelle Peacock

Psychologist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each person I work with. I believe that therapy should not only provide insight but also equip you with practical tools you can use right away and throughout your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Amalaky Ramdan

Amalaky Ramdan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal as a therapist is to always meet my client where they are; to provide a space where my client is heard and validated...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nina Gilbert

Nina Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am interactive, collaborative to bring new perspectives to entrenched thinking and practical approaches to persistent problems.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jarrett Langfitt

Jarrett Langfitt

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“For the past several years, my practice has focused at the intersection of trauma, addiction, and mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Chrystine Longley

Chrystine Longley

Therapist

Virtual • Danbury, CT


“My approach is highly individualized, always adapting to the unique mental health goals of each patient.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Melissa Ruiz

Melissa Ruiz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to create a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard and empowered to achieve your wellness goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sonya Mastersen

Sonya Mastersen

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Emotional anguish comes from the destabilization of one's grounding, sense of belonging, dignity, trust, identity — and good therapy helps to restore emotional balance, confidence, and peace of mind.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Joyce Garcia

Joyce Garcia

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe people change not by being "fixed," but by feeling genuinely understood and gaining insight into the "why" behind their reactions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Edward Judy

Edward Judy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to provide a safe space to empower our clients to face the issues that negatively impact their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Whitney Wilfred

Whitney Wilfred

Therapist

Virtual • West Hartford, CT


I often work with people who appear to be holding things together on the outside, while internally feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or disconnected. You may have gone through experiences that still live in your body, or you might notice patterns in your life that you don’t fully understand but feel stuck in. If you’ve walked through substance use and recovery, you may find yourself in a season where staying sober isn’t the hardest part anymore—it’s the deeper emotional and relational work that feels heavy. If any of this resonates, you don’t have to navigate it alone.

I work with young adults and adults who are ready to slow down, get honest, and engage in meaningful therapeutic work at a pace that feels safe. Many of the people I support are navigating anxiety, trauma, shame, relationship stress, or major life transitions. Others come to therapy after years of surviving and are now ready to understand themselves more fully, build healthier patterns, and experience a deeper sense of emotional freedom.

My approach to therapy is collaborative and relational. I believe healing happens when you feel seen, supported, and empowered—not rushed or fixed. My work is trauma-informed and integrates evidence-based practices with a focus on helping you reconnect with yourself in a more grounded and compassionate way. If you’re looking for a therapist who will meet you where you are and walk alongside you as you do the deeper work, I would be honored to support you.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Bryan Wade

Dr. Bryan Wade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Connecticut


“Client can take away from each session an affirming, safe, supportive and therapeutic environment while addressing his or her psychological (behavioral health) and emotional needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ibrahim Sabri

Ibrahim Sabri

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • Connecticut


“As a board-certified psychiatrist for children, adolescents, and adults, I provide evidence-based, compassionate care tailored to your unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Peter Amato

Peter Amato

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a supportive and empowering therapist. I provide a warm and supportive environment that stresses collaboration, mutual respect and trust.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Nicole Small

Nicole Small

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“In therapy, we don't just talk about what's wrong—we figure out why these patterns are happening and how to actually shift them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yulan Menzie-Hackney

Yulan Menzie-Hackney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that therapy is a journey - a space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ujunwa OKwukaogu

Ujunwa OKwukaogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to build a safe, empathetic, and collaborative environment where clients feel empowered to take an active role in their healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Melissa Gaudet

Melissa Gaudet

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Melissa's approach is trauma-informed, evidence-based, and holistic, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) with mind-body awareness to support meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Trauma
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Ukashah Shabazz

Ukashah Shabazz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work collaboratively with clients to help them understand themselves and others more deeply and move toward growth that feels meaningful and lasting.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kassidy Green

Kassidy Green

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Connecticut, and I work with individuals, families, and couples using relational and psychodynamic psychotherapy. We will explore how you can build greater confidence and self-esteem. You will develop new skill sets to process anxiety, depression, trauma, and family conflict. I work with individuals including children, teens, couples, and families to explore and treat anxiety, depression, ADHD, college preparedness, OCD, family conflict, court/legal process, life transitions, and trauma.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Aaron Krikorian

Aaron Krikorian

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to support deep, lasting change by working through underlying issues that shape current patterns and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Andrew Castillo

Andrew Castillo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I see therapy as a collaborative endeavor using both art therapy and talk therapy. I am not here to be your boss and tell you what to do.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Creative, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Danbury, CT

Number of therapists serving Danbury, CT
There are over 552 therapists in Danbury, CT accepting new patients.
552+
Average years in practice
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10 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 88%Stress management
  • 81%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 94%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 41%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 8%Spanish
  • 1%Haitian Creole
  • 1%Portuguese
  • 1%Urdu
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 75%Woman
  • 25%Man
License types
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  • 44%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 31%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 15%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 40%Family therapy
  • 28%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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