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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.

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 9 insurance carriers
Lucia Castellano

Lucia Castellano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can assist with those struggling with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, negative thoughts, illness, loss and letting go of old patterns to promote a healthier lifestyle.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Teresa Kennedy

Teresa Kennedy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapy approach is solution focused. I need to know what the problems are yet we don't stay focused on the problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Linda Duffy

Linda Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Angela Silva

Angela Silva

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've been treating adults with co-occurring disorders and substance abuse in a variety of settings for over 20 years.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mackenzie Smith

Mackenzie Smith

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Seymour, CT


“I see therapy as a collaborative process. You bring your experiences, thoughts, and goals, and together we work to better understand what's going on...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Raymond Gunn

Raymond Gunn

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


I am a psychiatric nurse practitioner with a broad background in sociology. In my approach to treatment, I explore how culture, gender, and identity intersect with personality and neurochemical imbalances to produce psychiatric symptoms that impede daily functioning and interpersonal activities. Together with my clients, we determine the best pharmacological interventions to provide relief of these symptoms. I offer psychiatric evaluations, medication management, assessment for post-traumatic stress disorder, Connecticut state registration for eligible clients for medical marijuana, and Suboxone treatment.

I work with adults (26 - 64 years old) to improve the quality of their lives through a collaborative process in which client and provider together devise treatment plans that combine medication and behavioral modification. I am especially interested in men's mental health, but I work with all adults regardless of their gender identity.

In a world that is increasingly busy and complex, life can be overwhelming for all of us at some point in our lives. We all need a variety of ways to decompress. For example, I like to go to a pickleball court as often as my body will allow, where I find activity, community, and friendship. It is at these times when we need to reach out for support. Don't feel you have to struggle alone. I invite you to reach out and make a connection.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Michelle DeGennaro

Michelle DeGennaro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that every individual is the expert of their own life. My approach to therapy is rooted in empathy, collaboration, and respect.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eric Taveras

Eric Taveras

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • New Milford, CT


“I am a bilingual Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 20 years of specialized experience in addiction treatment and trauma-informed care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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
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
Christine Grant

Christine Grant

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach therapy as a partnership, providing a supportive and compassionate space where healing can occur.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jhanelle Bailey

Jhanelle Bailey

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, drawing on evidence-based practices like CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“Dr. Buchanan strives to meet each client's needs through empathetic communication and personalized evidence-based care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tanesha Margaglione

Tanesha Margaglione

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapeutic approach is empowering, collaborative, and deeply validating. I understand firsthand how our experiences shape who we become...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 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 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Timothy Rowe

Timothy Rowe

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of real change — so before anything else, I focus on building a genuine, authentic connection with you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Scott Pasnik

Scott Pasnik

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and focuses on helping adults examine patterns, clarify values, and move forward with greater ownership and direction.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Adrienne Nelson

Adrienne Nelson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the key ingredient in fostering change and growth is cultivating a collaborative relationship.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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
Pacific Giordano

Pacific Giordano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is a trauma-focused approach focusing on removing barriers past trauma poses to improve mental, emotional, physical and social well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Alexa Scala

Alexa Scala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Branford, CT


Therapy should be as unique as the individual seeking it—what works for one person may not work for another. I provide a relaxed, welcoming environment where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences at your own pace. My approach is grounded in attachment theory and psychodynamic therapy, meaning I help clients uncover how past relationships and experiences shape their current patterns, behaviors, and emotional well-being

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sheryl Apicella

Sheryl Apicella

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to help you feel comfortable, understood, and supported while we begin building a plan tailored to your needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Women's issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Chiquana Allman

Chiquana Allman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach starts with listening — really listening — because every person who comes through my door has a unique story, unique challenges, and a unique vision of what better looks like for them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Ruby Mensah

Ruby Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“She's passionate about helping them thrive emotionally and help foster the high quality of life they deserve.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Yvonne Heim

Yvonne Heim

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I help clients learn how they can take control over their mental health rather than their mental health having control over them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Devon Tart

Devon Tart

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“As a provider I am committed to bringing all of my clinical experience and an open mind to each session to work with every individual in all of their uniqueness.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ellen Goodrich

Ellen Goodrich

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I believe therapy should feel supportive, practical, and empowering. Clients often describe me as warm, direct, and easy to talk to. I work with adults who want to better understand their emotions, patterns, and relationships, and I focus on helping clients build skills they can actually use in daily life. You don’t have to have everything figured out to start—just a willingness to show up.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Hallie Brady

Hallie Brady

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Rocky Hill, CT


“I am deeply committed to a trauma-informed approach to counseling, recognizing the importance of understanding and addressing the impact of trauma in healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Latrica Conner

Latrica Conner

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


Latrica Conner is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner. Latrica completed her master’s degree in nursing at St. Francis Medical Center College of Nursing specializing in their psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner program. Latrica has over 20 years experience working in the mental health field.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yvonne Burke

Yvonne Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach to therapy is to help the client go at their own pace but also help encourage them to make positive changes.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 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
John Tutu

John Tutu

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mary Ann Yarbrough

Mary Ann Yarbrough

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I specialize in helping adolescents with behavioral health challenges and young adults navigating life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Teddy Lapommeray

Teddy Lapommeray

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am committed to creating a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you feel supported, understood, and empowered to make meaningful changes on your journey to improved mental and emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Suzanne Lavallee

Suzanne Lavallee

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Having been a Registered Nurse and now with a Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology, I use my LPC to help clients explore their early childhood experience and their feelings and behaviors toward those experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lauren Rooney

Lauren Rooney

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


If you've lost someone to suicide, you know that grief doesn't fit neatly into a box, and finding a therapist who truly understands that kind of loss can feel impossible. I've spent my career doing crisis work alongside police departments and mobile crisis units, and I specialize in working with people navigating suicide loss, as well as first responders and fellow mental health professionals who carry more than most people realize. If that sounds like you, you're in the right place.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Calandro

Amanda Calandro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


You deserve to feel heard, supported, and understood—and if you’re here, you’ve already taken a meaningful step toward change.

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a Master’s degree from the University of Connecticut, specializing in mental health and substance use. I’ve worked with teens, adults, and families across a range of settings, including outpatient clinics, schools, home-based care, and virtual therapy.

I work with people navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, substance use, identity exploration, relationship stress, and major life transitions. Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, stuck in patterns they can’t seem to shift, or exhausted from trying to manage everything on their own.

My approach is collaborative, direct when helpful, and grounded in compassion. I use evidence-based practices including CBT, DBT, ACT, and trauma-informed care, but I tailor therapy to what actually fits your life—not just a model. We focus on what’s showing up for you right now, while also working toward longer-term stability and change.

Therapy with me is not about judgment or perfection. It’s a space to slow things down, understand what’s driving stress or emotional pain, and build practical tools that help you feel more steady and in control of your day-to-day life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rex Hrusa

Rex Hrusa

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm guiding, strengths-based, and trauma informed, to help foster your growth, and provide the support that you need.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marissa Burke

Marissa Burke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to create a space where you can speak openly, without needing to explain the world you work in.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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