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

Whether you're addressing alcohol use disorder, substance dependence, or behavioral addictions, Headway connects Stamford residents with experienced providers offering personalized treatment plans. Our platform supports your recovery with relapse prevention strategies, coping skills, and ongoing support tailored to your needs.

Dr. Douglas Zelisko

Dr. Douglas Zelisko

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • West Hartford, CT


I am Dr. Douglas Zelisko (often affectionately referred to as "Dr. Z"), a Board-Certified Psychiatrist dedicated to holistic and integrative mental health care. My educational background includes degrees from Amherst College and St. George's University School of Medicine, followed by a Psychiatry residency at the UConn School of Medicine.

I specialize in treating adults with a wide range of issues, specifically:

  • Anxiety and Depression
  • Trauma
  • Grief and Loss
  • Relationship Issues
  • Focus / ADHD
  • Physical ailments related to mental health

My practice is unique in that I combine traditional psychiatric expertise with holistic methods to treat the "whole you"—mind, body, and spirit—rather than just addressing symptoms.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Robin Nichols

Robin Nichols

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Hartford, CT


“I provide a warm, relaxed, and empathetic environment where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Liximag Rodriguez Rivera

Liximag Rodriguez Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a warm, collaborative approach to therapy and tailor treatment to each client's unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rosarie Foley

Rosarie Foley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I'm especially passionate about supporting people who grew up in chaotic or emotionally unpredictable homes...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Rachel Hume

Rachel Hume

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My therapeutic style integrates solution-focused and strengths-based perspectives to help clients better understand themselves, build on their existing abilities, and develop practical tools for meaningful change towards that best life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Maxine Kibble-Cacioppo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My role as your therapist is to create a safe and supportive environment during our sessions to foster trust and facilitate change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Nicole Radice

Nicole Radice

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My focus is to help people heal, build a tool box, find their voice, and become aware of their powerful inner strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Helena Morris

Helena Morris

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I approach my work from a person-centered model, acknowledging inner strength of people I worked with, helping them reach their most mental health state of mind through medication and therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Benjamin Gatliff

Benjamin Gatliff

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


My name is Benjamin. With over 25 years of experience, I help individuals and couples build stronger, more fulfilling relationships and improve emotional well-being. I work with adults, couples, and families navigating anxiety, depression, PTSD, and other life challenges.

My approach is personalized, collaborative, and focused on meaningful, lasting growth. I help clients better understand their emotions, strengthen connections, and develop practical tools for everyday life.

Therapy with me is real, down-to-earth, and engaging—I bring honesty, humor, and compassion to create a space where you can grow, heal, and be yourself. Book with me here or at https://evolvetothrive9.com.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Petiford

Laura Petiford

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe the quality of our mental health and our relationships are the basis for a meaningful and satisfying life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristy Messier

Kristy Messier

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that everyone has the ability, desire and right to feel whole and sometimes we just need a little help getting there.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamila Ayeh

Jamila Ayeh

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel empowered to heal, grow, and reach their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
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
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
Katherine Pierson

Katherine Pierson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Real support for real life, wherever you are in your journey.

As an LCSW with more than a decade of experience, I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, and life's inevitable turning points. Outside the office, my life is full with my small children and energetic puppy. I share that because I understand, firsthand, how full and unpredictable life can feel, and how hard it can be to carve out space just for you. That's exactly what our time together is for.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Alexis Mohammed

Alexis Mohammed

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My style is person-centered, my goal is create a warm space for all my clients to become empowered to take control of their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, 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
Christa Jacaruso

Christa Jacaruso

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I use hypnotherapy, EMDR, and other evidence-based tools to get to the root of what's keeping you stuck, not just manage the symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Kerry Litke

Kerry Litke

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Taking the first step toward therapy can be difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 16 years of experience providing therapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Throughout my career, I have worked in community mental health and held leadership roles overseeing outpatient mental health programs.

I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD, infertility, women’s issues, and life transitions. I believe that while our experiences shape us, they do not have to define us. I am trained EMDR and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and tailor treatment to each person’s unique needs and goals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Roxana Rosario

Roxana Rosario

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My core focus is on the development of an individual's internal structure, the reprogramming of maladaptive patterns, and the cultivation of effective living skills.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Challenging, Empowering, Holistic
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
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
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
Christie Jones

Christie Jones

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello, my name is Christie Jones and I am a licensed clinical independent social worker, licensed to practice in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. I have been clinically licensed for 12 years and have a variety of experience working with many different people from different walks of life. My approach to therapy is very direct. I am warm and compassionate and do my best to help my clients lead functional and productive lives.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
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
Louis Bruni

Louis Bruni

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Are you looking for an impartial, warm and non judgmental third party to process and explore challenges?

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 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
Melissa Morgan

Melissa Morgan

Therapist

Virtual • West Hartford, CT


I am a licensed professional counselor. I provide clients a safe way to share and process intense emotions and negative thoughts. Finding our worth and value allows us to have the insight in how to love ourselves. We can be find ways to connect to our healthiest best selves with someone who will listen and provide supportive feedback. When we are able to care about who we are; we learn to develop boundaries, protective factors and self care for ourselves.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Natori Zaums

Natori Zaums

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy is a collaborative process and I am committed to helping you build the tools needed to create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Patrick Scott

Patrick Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome — I’m Patrick Scott, and I’m passionate about helping people create meaningful, lasting change in their lives. With more than 20 years of professional experience in mental health and substance use counseling, I bring a compassionate, nonjudgmental, and results-focused approach to every client relationship. My career has been dedicated to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, strengthen emotional wellness, overcome addiction, rebuild confidence, and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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
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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Tallant

Carol Tallant

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My expertise is working primarily with female identifying individuals who have survived sexual trauma, childhood related abuse, and other forms of interpersonal trauma.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stefanie Cervero

Stefanie Cervero

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am passionate when it comes to supporting people on their new self-discovery after adhering to years, months, or even days of struggle...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patrick Stone

Patrick Stone

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I've worked as a therapist for four years now helping adults navigate trauma, burn out and relationship issues.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 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
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 6 insurance carriers
Lexus Arvanis

Lexus Arvanis

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I have a lot of previous experience in couple's counseling, individual counseling, and crisis counseling.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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