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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.

Latonya King

Latonya King

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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 6 insurance carriers
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
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
Angel Reed

Angel Reed

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I believe that much of psychotherapy involves befriending and learning from the shadow aspects of the Self and cultivating a dialogue between the conscious and unconscious...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caroline Storey

Caroline Storey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have nearly 17 years of experience in substance abuse treatment across inpatient and outpatient settings.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mark Ballard

Mark Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I enjoy helping clients grow in understanding of what motivates and impedes their ability to make meaningful change in their life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
Jana Oberheu

Jana Oberheu

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I use Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) with a holistic approach, integrating mindfulness techniques and emphasizing individual strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 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
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
Mellanie Jablon

Mellanie Jablon

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Wakefield, MA


“Her work is focused on understanding what is truly driving symptoms so treatment leads to meaningful and lasting improvement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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
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
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
Dr. Ana Neal

Dr. Ana Neal

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to provide a grounded and safe space where medical care works in harmony with your nervous system, providing diagnostic evaluation and psychopharmacology for anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and ADHD.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wendy Colby

Wendy Colby

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have learned that people want someone to really hear them and respond with authenticity and compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Steven Freed

Steven Freed

Psychologist

Virtual • Great Barrington, MA


“My work is rooted in the belief that you are the expert on your own experience, and my role is to listen, collaborate, and walk alongside you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Family issues, Identity issues, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Anna Sloan

Dr. Anna Sloan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


“I specialize in the treatment of mental health in the context of challenging systemic conditions such as cancer, autoimmune disease, chronic pain, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, fibromyalgia, and ME/CFS.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Brittany Elledge

Brittany Elledge

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m a licensed therapist who believes therapy should feel supportive, collaborative, and real. I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, relationship challenges, life transitions, and self-esteem issues, with a focus on helping you feel more grounded and confident in your day-to-day life. My approach is practical and compassionate—I help you understand patterns, build coping skills, and make changes that fit your life. Most importantly, I aim to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and never judged.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Matt Heerema

Matt Heerema

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take an empathic and integrative approach to therapy, meeting you where you're at, addressing the goals that you set for yourself...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Linda Duffy

Linda Duffy

Therapist

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“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 13 insurance carriers
Betty Yu

Betty Yu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Walpole, MA


“My approach is direct, thoughtful, and solution-focused, with an emphasis on accurate diagnosis and evidence-based treatment planning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Gauthier

Cindy Gauthier

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I've worked with people at every stage — those just beginning to question their relationship with substances, those in long-term recovery rebuilding their lives, and those carrying trauma they've never had the words for.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Dipali Patel

Dr. Dipali Patel

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in the importance of building trust in the therapeutic relationship to create a safe space to explore challenges in life that are holding you back.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elliot Rogers

Elliot Rogers

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“From your first session with me, you will find that you have a space to be yourself and open up about the challenges that you face.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Namande Musoke

Namande Musoke

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care through a collaborative, trauma-informed approach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
George Njoroge

George Njoroge

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


You deserve a prescriber who listens before prescribing. I'm George Njoroge, a board certified psychiatric provider helping people manage anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma, and insomnia with practical, personalized medication management. I believe mental health treatment works best when it's collaborative, not one size fits all. My background spans community mental health and private practice, giving me experience with people from many walks of life, including young adults, working professionals, parents, and older adults navigating life transitions. I take time to understand your full picture, your history, your goals, and your daily life, before recommending a treatment plan. Patients often tell me they feel genuinely heard, not rushed through a checklist. I stay current on the latest psychiatric research so you get evidence based care that actually fits your life. Whether you're starting treatment for the first time or looking for a new provider after a frustrating experience elsewhere, I'm here to help you feel like yourself again, with warmth, respect, and zero judgment.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 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
Patricia Manjong

Patricia Manjong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a safe, respectful, and non-judgmental environment, where my clients feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 2 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
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
Nolisha Greer

Nolisha Greer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, compassionate, and focused on creating a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Fortunate Munhutu

Dr. Fortunate Munhutu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My philosophy of practice is incorporating supportive therapeutic talk therapy in all of my sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Mercy Micheni

Mercy Micheni

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Prioritize building a therapeutic relationship, actively listen, validate experiences, and collaborate to set realistic goals for treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Neil Carter

Dr. Neil Carter

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


You want relief, not years on a couch. Whether it's anxiety, a low mood that has settled in, or a craving you keep losing to, you're motivated to change and want help doing it. I'm a licensed Clinical Psychologist in Massachusetts with more than 39 years of experience helping adolescents, adults, seniors, and couples get free of anxiety, stress, depression, cravings, and old trauma. I came to psychology from ministry, wanting to get into the nitty-gritty of how change actually happens. I'm solution-oriented, honest, and truly non-judgmental. If spiritual questions matter to you, they're welcome here, but I'll follow your lead on whether they come up.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Samantha Miele

Samantha Miele

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach draws on evidence-based therapeutic practices to help individuals better understand their emotions, develop healthier coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 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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