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

Whether you're dealing with opioid use disorder, nicotine dependence, or other addiction challenges, Headway connects Waterbury residents with compassionate providers experienced in harm reduction, relapse prevention, and dual diagnosis treatment. Many providers offer free consultations and have availability within two weeks. With 561 providers nationally, you can find the right fit for your recovery journey.

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 5 insurance carriers
Nicole Pearson

Nicole Pearson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe therapy should be a place where you feel safe, understood, and supported without judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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
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
Francis Capalbo

Francis Capalbo

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I believe that all of us have personal strengths that can be employed in the service of therapy, and that one of my jobs is to encourage clients to recognize their resilience and to build on same.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Giandonato

Kathleen Giandonato

Therapist

Virtual • Putnam, CT


“In treatment, clients are given the space to safely uncover the meanings behind their responses to situations along with the barriers to their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 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 5 insurance carriers
Gwendaline Tart

Gwendaline Tart

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I help adults dealing with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, and feeling emotionally stuck. My style is warm and direct, offering a down-to-earth space where we focus on practical steps toward growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, PTSD
Challenging, Direct, 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
Erin Gately

Erin Gately

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I strive to have clients leaving sessions feeling more understood, more validated, and more empowered to take on the next step towards reaching their goals!”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Nicole Bernardi

Nicole Bernardi

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


It's not easy starting therapy and investing time in yourself, but you've already done the first step! My experience has primarily been focused in clients with eating disorders and co-occurring diagnoses. With that said, I also have extensive experience working with relationship challenges, anxiety, self-harm, and suicidality. I generally like to pull from my knowledge of various therapy modalities such as DBT, CBT, FBT and EFFT. I also really enjoy self-compassion work. Your goals are always my top priority, and I am here to support you every step of the way.

Outside of work, I enjoy live music, spending time with friends, and hanging out with my dogs, Nala and Toni. These personal interests help me stay grounded and bring balance to my life, which I believe is crucial for overall well-being.

If you're ready to take the next step, I'm here to help you navigate your journey towards healing and growth. Let's work together to achieve your goals!

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Shekeithra McLamb

Shekeithra McLamb

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Using the latest evidence based techniques in cognitive behavior therapy, I focus on assisting clients with identifying problem behaviors and thoughts that lead to low mood, maladaptive behaviors, thoughts and depression...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Angie Botero Castro

Angie Botero Castro

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I know how tough it can be to feel overwhelmed or stuck, and I'm here to help you feel more grounded and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Samantha Vamosy

Samantha Vamosy

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello! My name is Samantha Vamosy and I am so happy you are interested in working together. I know starting a therapy process whether you have before or this is your first time can be scary and uncomfortable. I hope we can work through this time together making this journey as helpful and special as possible. My passions have always aligned with helping others and listening in a compassionate, non-judgmental, and curious way. I find real change occurs when a person can fully explore their life in a holistic way. Whether it is current mental health symptoms or past traumas holistic healing is possible for everyone. I received my Master's in Mental Health Counseling at Fairfield University and achieved my LPC after completing 3000 hours in an outpatient clinic for substance abuse.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Dr. Karen Simmons-Clifton

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Dr. Karen provide services to Connecticut, Florida, New Jersey and Texas she is a licensed professional counseling supervisor (LPC-S) in Texas, and licensed mental health counseling supervisor (LMHC-S) in Florida with more than 15 years of counseling experience, offering a unique blend of clinical expertise, trauma-informed care, and spiritually grounded guidance. She has a (MS) in Mental Health Counseling: Traumatology and a EdD. In Community Care Counseling: Traumatology. As the founder of Empowerment & Counseling Firm by Dr. Karen, PLLC, she is dedicated to helping individuals reclaim their voice, rebuild their strength, and rise into the healthiest version of themselves, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, and physically.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Cynthia Chouinard

Cynthia Chouinard

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I integrate evidence-based treatments with a holistic perspective. This means I not only address the symptoms of mental illness but also consider the whole person.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Takeisha Judkins

Takeisha Judkins

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to empower clients with the tools, support, and confidence to navigate challenges and achieve lasting mental well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brian Fuchs

Dr. Brian Fuchs

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I take a thoughtful, evidence-based approach with an emphasis on safe prescribing, clear goals, and long-term stability.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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 11 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 18 insurance carriers
Natalia Brakoniecki

Natalia Brakoniecki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


I am passionate about helping clients cultivate greater balance, vitality, and overall well-being in their lives. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, disordered eating, substance use disorders, and insomnia. I earned my degree from Hunter College in New York City, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, client-centered care.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Latonya King

Latonya King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Connecticut


“I can be tough and challenging, but I'm also warm, compassionate, and supportive. I understand that everyone is at different levels in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Carolyn Lam

Carolyn Lam

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is for you to feel empowered to make a change in their lives and work collaboratively to achieve your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Kelley

Elizabeth Kelley

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My approach is warm, down-to-earth, and collaborative, using evidence-based therapies such as EMDR, DBT, CBT, and ACT.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Stephen Katz

Stephen Katz

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


I believe we all carry an inner resilience that can be activated and drawn on when life gets hard. My job is to understand how you see yourself and how you see what is in front of you, and then work alongside you from there. I see adults navigating depression, anxiety, PTSD, grief, and substance use, as well as people looking for a

steady and nonjudgmental place to work through whatever they are carrying. If that sounds like where you are, reach out.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 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
Earl Gauthier

Earl Gauthier

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Hello! Thank you for taking the time to consider working with me. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been in the Mental Health and Substance Use field for 21 years. I have extensive experience working with a wide range of issues. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who struggle with anxiety, substance use, Men's issues, and relationship stress. I hope that we can connect and work towards removing your barriers and achieving your goals.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Rebekah Feliciano

Rebekah Feliciano

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“We cannot control the challenges that we face, but we can control how we process our pain and tap into our own resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Famatta Gibson

Famatta Gibson

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you can heal, build resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Iyanna Latimer

Iyanna Latimer

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


Welcome! Therapy can be daunting - but it doesn't need to be. I'm passionate about helping others overcome struggles, realize their true potential, and build the lives they've always dreamed of. My practice focuses on helping individuals and families work through a wide range of mental health, behavioral, and/or substance use issues. Most importantly, I bring my clinical expertise to our work without leaving my humanity at the door.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 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
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
Amber Edwards

Amber Edwards

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am an outgoing, energetic, and motivated, skilled therapist with a passion for working with children, families, adults and communities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kevin Murray

Dr. Kevin Murray

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“Due in part to my experience as a film and theater director, I became increasingly interested in human behavior.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Mark Ferry

Mark Ferry

Therapist

Virtual • Connecticut


“I am a veteran with real world experience in trauma care who utilizes his personal experiences in dealing with trauma, loss, marital issues and more.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Waterbury, CT

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Waterbury, CT
There are over 20 therapists in Waterbury, CT accepting new patients.
20+
Average years in practice
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13 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 95%Stress management
  • 95%Anxiety
  • 90%Depression
  • 85%Relationship issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 95%Aetna
  • 85%Cigna
  • 85%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 65%Curative
Languages spoken
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  • 100%English
  • 5%Portuguese
  • 5%Spanish
How they see their clients
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  • 95%In-person or online
  • 5%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 55%Man
  • 45%Woman
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 5%Licensed Psychologist
  • 5%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 70%Family therapy
  • 40%Couples therapy
  • 15%Child or adolescent therapy

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