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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Connecticut

Struggling with alcohol, drugs, or behavioral addiction in Connecticut? Headway offers flexible telehealth and in-person sessions with providers trained in relapse prevention, harm reduction, and dual diagnosis treatment. With 70+ insurance plans accepted, you can focus on your recovery without worrying about costs.

Dr. Ibrahim Sabri

Dr. Ibrahim Sabri

Psychiatrist

Virtual • 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 2 insurance carriers
Lisa Higgins

Lisa Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • West Hartford, CT


“My goal is to create a safe therapuetic environment in which the client experiences personal growth and is able to effectively manage and gain insight into their circumstances.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
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 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chelsea Victor

Chelsea Victor

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have been working in the mental health field for over 14 years and have been an independently licensed clinician for over five years.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristy Notarangelo

Kristy Notarangelo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My work is grounded in compassion, cultural humility, and a genuine belief in every person's ability to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Joseph

Eric Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a licensed mental health professional with over 14 years of clinical experience and a master's degree in marriage and family therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colleen Picone

Colleen Picone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use this approach to ask my clients thought provoking questions to assist them in developing confidence to process challenges and deep dive into their layers of consciousness.”
Substance use / addiction, End of life care, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
LeeAnn Page

LeeAnn Page

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Waterford, CT


“Resilience isn't something you either have or don't—it's something you can build, strengthen, and return to, even in the midst of life's hardest challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Suzette Fagan

Suzette Fagan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am not just here to listen—I am here to help you understand patterns, build emotional resilience, and create meaningful change in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Wilmot Lambert

Wilmot Lambert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“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 use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jackson Monarca

Jackson Monarca

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Jackson and I am a transgender man working as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Connecticut. I specialize in working with the LGBT+ community and those with complex trauma. Other topics relevant to my experience include crisis/suicidality, HIV, homelessness, substance use/addiction, harm reduction, and neurodivergence.

I also offer consultation sessions for mental health letters of support for gender affirming care (hormone therapy, surgery, hair removal, etc). I use WPATH standards of care to assess your situation and will provide a letter of support and/or help you to create a plan for further support if we identify any concerns. Keep in mind different doctors/insurances/states have differing laws regarding these letters and I may need to do research prior to writing your letter to ensure we do so correctly.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beth Roberts

Beth Roberts

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I am currently accepting clients for telehealth appointments. I am an experienced clinician in the field of social work. I provide confidential, competent and caring psychotherapy. If you have a current specific issue or concern that you would like to discuss with a supportive professional, let's set up a free 15 minute consultation. I work with people who experience depression, anxiety, grief/loss, acute stress, trauma, and stress management in adults over 18 years of age. I most often utilize cognitive behavioral, cognitive processing, acceptance commitment, and gestalt theories. I believe mindfulness can help support and guide the process.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Scott Bell

Scott Bell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Farmington, CT


“I don't think therapy has to be abstract or awkward — I'm direct, I take what you bring seriously, and I stay focused on what's actually going to help you move forward.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Margaret Jackson

Margaret Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Clients can expect to work with a therapist who takes genuine interest in educating the client about their mental health...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Annette Braun

Annette Braun

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Annette Braun, LPC, has over 13 years of clinical experience working with adolescents, adults, and older adults. She earned her B.A. in Psychology in 2011 and her M.S. in Clinical Mental Health Counseling in 2013.

She specializes in the treatment of bipolar disorder, eating disorders, OCD, grief, and life adjustment concerns. Her approach is compassionate, collaborative, and evidence-based, helping clients build insight, develop coping strategies, and create lasting change. She has also contributed to the field through published research on parental psychopathy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Marie Timothee

Marie Timothee

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“With a master's degree in social work from NYU Silver School of Social Work and certification as an LCSW, I possess an impressive range of advanced social work methods for helping families, individuals, and groups.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Chanel Morgan

Chanel Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Chanel believes in treating everyone with the respect they deserve and values straightforward communication.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Margarita Solomonova

Margarita Solomonova

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“She incorporates mind-body philosophy and explains how our conscious and unconscious beliefs affect our mood and dictate how we operate in life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Brittney LaBonte

Brittney LaBonte

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in couples therapy, trauma, and substance use recovery with a twist. Clients call me their "hippie therapist" because I bring a decade of holistic training, yoga, meditation, Reiki, and mindfulness into my clinical work. I've spent my career in addiction and behavioral health, including leadership roles at Mountainside Treatment Center. I especially love working with high-performing professionals, healthcare providers, athletes, and military members who spend their lives caring for others and are finally ready to receive care themselves.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Lauren Baker

Lauren Baker

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Most of us haven’t made it through life without a few bruises. Sometimes we lose touch with ourselves along the way, shaped by what we’ve been through and the weight of those experiences.

That doesn’t mean anything is wrong with you. It means you adapted. Sometimes beautifully. Sometimes painfully. Often both.

Therapy is a space to slow down, get curious, and gently begin untangling what you’ve been carrying. Together, we can explore your story with compassion, reconnect with who you are beneath old patterns, and move toward a way of living that feels more aligned, grounded, and authentic.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Elbert Ken Shell

Dr. Elbert Ken Shell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe you have the skills and that you may need some help reconnecting with the gifts of your story.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melissa Mcweeny

Melissa Mcweeny

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I help women move through fear, self-doubt, and old patterns so they can step into clarity, confidence, and fulfillment — both personally and professionally. Many of my clients are navigating transitions like ending relationships, redefining careers, or growing businesses while trying to protect their mental health. Together, we focus on strengthening self-trust, setting boundaries, and creating a mindset that supports lasting change. As a therapist and mindset coach, I combine evidence-based tools with forward-focused coaching to help you move from awareness to action — and build the confidence to trust yourself again.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Sally Duerr-Rodriguez

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I want to help you help yourself. I believe everyone is capable of change and I will teach you skills to use everyday.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jamie Mascolo

Jamie Mascolo

Therapist

Virtual • Monroe, CT


Great to meet you!

Reaching out for therapy can feel intimidating, so if you’re here, you’ve already taken a really meaningful first step.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who works with individuals, couples, and families navigating a variety of challenges. I specialize in working with addiction, couples and relationship concerns, family dynamics, autism-related support, and anxiety and depression.

My background includes working in both school systems and clinical settings, which has given me the opportunity to support people from many different backgrounds and life stages. Through this work, I’ve developed a strong passion for helping people better understand the patterns within their relationships and families.

Many of the clients I work with are trying to improve communication with a partner or family member, navigate the impact of addiction, support a loved one on the autism spectrum, or manage feelings of anxiety and depression that are affecting daily life.

No matter what brings you to therapy, my goal is to create a space that feels supportive, honest, and human; where you can show up exactly as you are without fear of judgment.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ranique Bell

Ranique Bell

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi, I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor–Diagnostic (LMHC-D) and CASAC with a Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I work with adults and adolescents facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, personality concerns, substance use, and life stress. My approach is warm, supportive, and practical. I use tools from CBT, DBT, and Motivational Interviewing to help you better understand yourself and make real, lasting changes. My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable, understood, and empowered to move forward.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Aretha Foster

Aretha Foster

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Aretha creates a safe, supportive space where clients can build insight, strengthen coping skills, and move toward meaningful, sustainable change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jay Souza-Erlandson

Jay Souza-Erlandson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in working with adults who have experienced betrayal trauma, including those in the LGBTQ+ community who have faced rejection or violence during their coming-out process, as well as military service members and veterans coping with...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Steven Hoffler

Dr. Steven Hoffler

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Woodbridge, CT


“I work with individuals, families, groups and communities to create an open and restorative space that allows for healing where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
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 5 insurance carriers
Laura Tyson

Laura Tyson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I work with teens and adults who are feeling anxious, stressed, depressed, unmotivated. I also work with transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, and lesbian and gay youth and adults.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Julie Pappalardo

Julie Pappalardo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is warm, collaborative, and grounded in genuine connection. I specialize in helping clients work through challenges related to relationships, anxiety, eating disorders, and addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Dr. Izetta Briggs-Bolling

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a solution focused Harm Reduction therapist utilizing strength based, self empowerment treatment methods.”
Substance use / addiction, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joseph Madonia

Joseph Madonia

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


NYU Graduate and Post- Graduate Clinical Professor

Director of the Post- MAster's Program in Addictions- NYU

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Kathleen McCarvell

Kathleen McCarvell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm not going to sugarcoat things or waste your time. What I will do is take your history seriously, listen carefully, and work with you to find an approach that actually fits your situation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Sarah Warzecha

Sarah Warzecha

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I offer a warm, steady space where you can slow down, feel supported, and reconnect with your sense of purpose—so you can move forward feeling more empowered and aligned with your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Serena Morrison-Monteleone

Serena Morrison-Monteleone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely heard, understood, and supported, and I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
David Ellis

David Ellis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have worked for over 30 years in the mental health field. My professional experience includes working with adults, couples, families, and armed services members.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Evelyn Sarpong

Evelyn Sarpong

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Evelyn utilizes Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Peter Phillips

Peter Phillips

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hi, I’m Peter, and I’m really glad you’re here! I believe therapy should feel safe, supportive, and human — not intimidating or clinical. I have training in Mental Health Counseling and experience supporting people with trauma, anxiety, depression,ADHD, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. I work at a pace that feels right for you, and my goal is to create a space where you feel heard, understood, and never judged — just supported as you work toward feeling better.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Connecticut

Number of therapists serving Connecticut
There are over 566 therapists in Connecticut accepting new patients.
566+
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
  • 89%Stress management
  • 81%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 98%Aetna
  • 93%Cigna
  • 88%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 43%Curative
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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  • 89%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
  • 32%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 14%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
  • 2%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 39%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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