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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Cambridge, MA

Headway connects you with 890 licensed providers in Cambridge who specialize in addiction recovery using evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and work with your insurance to keep costs low—some clients pay as low as $0 per session.

Steven Freilich

Steven Freilich

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm an unusually down-to-earth psychologist. My greatest strengths are my broad repertoire of interpersonal and analytic skills, insights, strategies, and a very empathic style that will help you feel very much understood and comfortable sharing...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Marie Amado

Marie Amado

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a dedicated social worker who believes purposeful change happens when people feel seen, heard, supported, and empowered, especially those in the BIPOC communities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Priyanka Deb

Priyanka Deb

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I feel that therapy may provide a safe environment as a learning experience for both the client and clinician to collaboratively develop helpful tools to fulfill long-term and short-term goals and allow for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kyle Medeiros

Kyle Medeiros

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use a person centered solution focused approach to therapy. It is important the client feels heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Bryan Wade

Dr. Bryan Wade

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Springfield, MA


“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 14 insurance carriers
Michelle Little

Michelle Little

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“It is important to me that clients know that our work is a collaboration; you are the expert on you and your lived experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Brent Abrams

Dr. Brent Abrams

Psychologist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I am passionate about helping individuals navigate life's challenges and develop healthier patterns of thinking and behavior.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Yosheba Johnson

Yosheba Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I help clients understand the patterns that may be keeping them stuck and build practical tools for meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Danielle Rose

Danielle Rose

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


I especially enjoy working with clients who are ready to take that first step toward change, even if they aren’t quite sure where to begin. You don’t need to have all the answers or know exactly what you want to work on to get started. What matters most is a willingness to show up, remain open to new perspectives, and explore the parts of yourself and your experiences that may be difficult to face. Therapy can involve digging deep, challenging familiar patterns, and sitting with uncomfortable feelings, but it can also lead to meaningful growth and a deeper understanding of yourself.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Terrian Levy

Terrian Levy

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Starting therapy is a meaningful step towards understanding yourself and creating lasting change. Together well work to explore the challenges youre facing, and help you mover towards greater balance and fullfillment.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Perrin Turk

Perrin Turk

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My hope is to offer supportive sessions that empower you to work toward making life feel more livable.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michelle Wood

Michelle Wood

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach combines Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Mindfulness and evidenced based therapeutic techniques to help clients build resilience, strengthen relationships and improve emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Creative, Empowering
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
John Pinkham

John Pinkham

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My style is down to earth, engaged, and goal oriented... therapy works best when it feels genuine and collaborative.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, PTSD, Trauma
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Binh Nguyen

Binh Nguyen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is for you to feel empowered in the process and to be at the center of your healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adedayo Dansu

Adedayo Dansu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello, I’m Adedayo, a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 10 years of healthcare experience including experienced across medical-surgical, skilled nursing, inpatient psychiatric care, and addiction medicine settings. I earned my Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Massachusetts Boston and my Master’s degree in Psychiatric Mental Health from South College in Tennessee.

I specialize in treating adults ages 18–65 experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, ADHD, OCD, bipolar disorder, substance use concerns, and other chronic mental health conditions. I have a strong passion for supporting individuals navigating life transitions, trauma, and emotional overwhelm. My approach integrates comprehensive psychiatric assessment, personalized medication management, and brief therapeutic interventions to provide holistic, evidence-based care.

I believe mental health treatment should feel collaborative, respectful, and empowering. My goal is to create a safe, stigma-free space where you feel heard and supported. I value shared decision-making, open communication, and individualized care plans that reflect your unique needs and strengths.

Above all, I am committed to helping you build resilience, restore balance, and move toward a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Barbera

Elizabeth Barbera

Therapist

Virtual • Newton, MA


Hello, my name is Elizabeth Barbera. I have my license in Mental Health Counseling (LMHC) and am a registered Dance Movement Therapist (R-DMT). I specialize in creative therapy and nervous system regulation. I work with all ages and a variety of diagnosis. I view therapy as a collaborative practice.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Matthew Geden

Matthew Geden

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I view my relationship with clients as a collaborative partnership, working together to support your journey toward greater authenticity and compassion in an often overwhelming world.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Veronica Palmer Segal

Veronica Palmer Segal

Therapist

Virtual • Norwell, MA


“I provide a supportive space for personal growth to help my clients gain insight, develop healthy coping strategies, improve communication, and achieve healthy, fulfilling, and meaningful lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Letrecia Brown

Letrecia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


For the past 3.5 years, I’ve had the privilege of leading a multi-site inpatient unit, supporting individuals with persistent mental illness and substance use as they work toward stability and recovery. Now, I’m stepping into private practice and writing my next chapter. I’m licensed in Florida and passionate about making care accessible and meaningful. I’d love to connect—does this sound like a fit for you?

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Peter Galiwango

Peter Galiwango

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Malden, MA


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with a background in pharmacy, giving me a well-rounded perspective on mental health care. I work primarily with children, adolescents, and young adults, while also supporting older adults. My practice is rooted in compassion, advocacy, and respect for each person’s unique journey.

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

Katie Hakesley

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I enjoy helping individuals overcome challenges and find meaning and purpose in their lives through the process of therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alexander Hernandez

Alexander Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Every issue is not a diagnosis, every symptom is not pathology. Life can be hard and people are not perfect.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Thomas

Paula Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“For the past thirteen years I have worked as a substance abuse therapist. I am dedicated to promoting long term recovery...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Swaminathan Thangaraj

Dr. Swaminathan Thangaraj

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Carver, MA


“Expertise includes autism, ADHD (children & adult), anxiety, depression, OCD, insomnia, and eating disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Johnson

Joseph Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a space where you feel comfortable being honest about what you're going through while also feeling supported and challenged to move toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Christina Insalaco

Dr. Christina Insalaco

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I practice Lacanian psychoanalysis, and I am currently a Candidate Psychoanalyst at the Lacanian School of Psychoanalysis in Berkeley, CA.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hannah Saxe

Hannah Saxe

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“It is one thing to have an understanding of our pain, but the real freedom is in responding differently to it.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Joseph Balestrieri

Joseph Balestrieri

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to empower clients to achieve personal growth and well-being. I strive to create a therapeutic space that is supportive and inspiring, where clients can develop practical strategies for overcoming obstacles and reaching their potential.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Maria Meidanis

Maria Meidanis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I truly believe that building a trusting therapeutic relationship with my clients is imperative for effective treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mallory Sarno

Mallory Sarno

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe everyone deserves to be happy and fulfilled. Therapy can provide the necessary tools and resources to help navigate difficult life circumstances and emotions.”
Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rachel Greenberg

Rachel Greenberg

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I believe that every human being possesses the power to change. I believe that every person has the ability to access hope, inner strength, positive relationships and peace through inner work with the help of a skilled therapist.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brian Stewart

Brian Stewart

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“While traditional mental health care has often focused on symptom relief and reducing suffering, I believe it must also include a commitment to personal growth, resilience, and creating a life that feels meaningful and fulfilling.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Demitria Lazrin-Perrin

Demitria Lazrin-Perrin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I offer a collaborative approach that is person-centered, strength-based, and empowering you to become one step closer towards your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jody Boss

Jody Boss

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I don't bring a rehearsed script to our sessions. I bring genuine curiosity about your story, a deep respect for what it takes to ask for help, and practical tools that actually fit your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carlene McNair

Carlene McNair

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I specialize in perinatal mental health counseling. I strive to equip women with the tools they need to navigate life with confidence. I mission is to empower every woman to become the version of herself she longs to be.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Keith Blackwell

Dr. Keith Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My work is grounded in compassion, respect, and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Gerardine Hickey

Gerardine Hickey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with families who are looking to get back on the same page with clear communications, with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, LGBQ+, trauma, addiction, and issues with self-esteem and self-acceptance.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Orianna Natsis

Orianna Natsis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in treating the whole person, recognizing that mental, emotional, and physical well-being are interconnected.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
William Ferney

William Ferney

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I understand that seeking help can feel difficult, and I strive to create a welcoming space where you can be honest about your experiences without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, PTSD
Challenging, Creative, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Keith MacNeil

Keith MacNeil

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is collaborative and straightforward, with a focus on understanding what is getting in the way and developing realistic strategies for meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Cambridge, MA
There are over 29 therapists in Cambridge, MA accepting new patients.
29+
Average years in practice
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6 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 100%Depression
  • 86%Stress management
  • 86%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 97%Aetna
  • 90%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 83%Cigna
  • 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 66%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 97%English
  • 7%Igbo
  • 7%Spanish
  • 3%Haitian Creole
  • 3%Hebrew
How they see their clients
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  • 93%In-person or online
  • 7%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 69%Woman
  • 31%Man
License types
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  • 41%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 38%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 10%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 21%Family therapy
  • 10%Couples therapy
  • 3%Child or adolescent therapy

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