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

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Djwan Scott

Djwan Scott

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 1.1 mi away • Lowell, MA


“I strive to create a supportive and inclusive environment where individuals feel safe, respected, and encouraged to actively participate in their treatment plans.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Karen Barnshaw

Karen Barnshaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 8.5 mi away • Westford, MA


“Focused on changing your relationship to problems affecting and influencing you and what you care about most.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Jaime

Elizabeth Jaime

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 9.1 mi away • Lawrence, MA


“I truly am passionate about helping my patients achieve their mental health goals and provide a safe, relaxing environment for them to explore their thoughts and feelings.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Arinze Ejiofor

Arinze Ejiofor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 10 mi away • North Andover, MA


“I offer non-judgmental care through medication management and supportive therapy that is tailored to your specific needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Mercy Irura

Mercy Irura

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 11 mi away • Methuen, MA


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with experience in both outpatient and inpatient settings, providing comprehensive mental health care across diverse populations. My background includes extensive work in behavioral health emergency settings, partial hospitalizations, IOP, recovery care, community psychiatric care. I also have experience supporting dually diagnosed patients with co-occurring medical conditions, giving me a broad perspective on the complex interplay between mental and physical health.

I earned my PMHNP degree from Post University and hold PMHNP licensure in both Massachusetts and New Hampshire. Throughout my career, I have remained committed to evidence-based care, while continuously seeking opportunities for professional development and growth in the mental health field.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. KC Chiappa

Dr. KC Chiappa

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Lexington, MA


“I have worked with hundreds of adolescents and adults in my independent outpatient practice since 2003.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Morrison

Elizabeth Morrison

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Wakefield, MA


“I consider myself a teammate with my patient, educating them on medication options and helping them make the best decisions about their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jacqueline Senn

Jacqueline Senn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Lynnfield, MA


“I use a mindful, compassionate and mutli- disciplinary approach to treatment working with individuals, adult and adolescents whose needs include, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief/bereavement and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Carmen Guy

Carmen Guy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Wakefield, MA


“She specializes in integrating a holistic approach to mental wellness & offers comprehensive treatment options.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Edwin Agbonavbare

Edwin Agbonavbare

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Peabody, MA


“I believe in meeting each client where they are, not with assumptions but with real listening. I do not use a one-size-fits-all method.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

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Ijeoma Onwuogu

Ijeoma Onwuogu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Peabody, MA


We offer a wide range of mental and behavioral health support ranging from introductory psychotherapy and psychoeducation, medication management and client referral. You are guaranteed to always feel welcome and at home. We utilize a holistic, non-judgmental and person centered approach to provide quality care to our clients in a calm and relaxed environment. We provide telehealth and office visits. Ijeoma or IJ, holds a Master's Degree in Nursing, and is board certified Psych Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vera Ng

Vera Ng

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Brookline, MA


I am a licensed mental health counselor, and in recent years, my practice has evolved to focus on the issues of depression, anxiety, and trauma. I treat clients of all ages, but my special interest in working with individuals in highly stressful work\school environments.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Susan D'Antilio

Susan D'Antilio

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Saugus, MA


“I offer a warm, attuned, and compassionate approach to therapy, creating a space where you can slow down, feel understood, and explore what is happening beneath the surface.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

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Holly Little Van Straaten

Holly Little Van Straaten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Danvers, MA


I work with individuals and people in relationships navigating grief, trauma, anxiety, shame, anger, relationship distress, parenting, adoption, identity, and life transitions. Together, we'll slow down enough to notice what has been difficult to see, better understand what's happening beneath the surface, and explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Lydia Klauck Gonzalez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Cambridge, MA


“As a first generation Brazilian-American woman who grew up half her life in Brazil, I bring a culturally attuned and inclusive lens to my work.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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Priya Hippolyte

Priya Hippolyte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Boston, MA


“I believe in treating each person as an individual with unique needs and leveraging evidence-based practices to ensure effective and tailored care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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James Adams

James Adams

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Fitchburg, MA


“As an active and sober participant in the Recovery Community for many years, James brings a unique blend of personal experience, professional expertise, and academic preparation to the field of substance use disorder treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Maureen Bakis

Maureen Bakis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Marblehead, MA


“I create a place for you to feel safe and attended to so you can be honest, say what you need to say, and feel what you need to feel, so you can heal and thrive.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Georgia Thomas-Diaz

Georgia Thomas-Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Boston, MA


“I have extensive training and expertise in addressing substance use disorders and traumatic experiences (PTSD/CPTSD).”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Linda Ploude

Linda Ploude

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Newburyport, MA


“You will feel heard and supported. After your first session, your worries and fears about starting a therapeutic relationship will subside.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Xinyun Li

Xinyun Li

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Marblehead, MA


“My philosophy centers on fostering sustainable healing through reconnection– with oneself, relationships, and one's place in the world– while creating a safe, empowering environment, where clients feel seen, heard, and empowered to explore their...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allen Howell

Allen Howell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brookline, MA


I see my role as creating a safe space a where you can explore what it means to be you. Within the therapeutic alliance, built on trust and safety, I will listen to your joys, fears, and pain with empathy and compassion, and offer you tools to thrive.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Michael Mullahy

Michael Mullahy

Therapist

In-person • 23 mi away • Brookline, MA


“Therapy begins with an invitation to speak freely. It is a unique opportunity to learn to hear what our struggles are trying to say.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Philip Papoojian

Philip Papoojian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Ashburnham, MA


“For people who suffer from substance use, I truly believe that most substance abuse is the result self-medication of the underlying mental health and trauma issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Comfort Atwereboanah

Comfort Atwereboanah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Norwood, MA


“Comfort values holistic care; thus her practice is centered upon a collaborative strength-based approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Onyebuchi Ogbo

Onyebuchi Ogbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Norwood, MA


“Buchi is a clinician who is authentic, empathetic and provides care, with an evidenced-based and collaborative approach...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yulia Heringer

Yulia Heringer

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Natick, MA


“Yulia recognizes the strength it takes to seek support during times of vulnerability and is committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and supportive space for healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Dr. Jimmy Pacombe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Stoughton, MA


“My goal is to alleviate your suffering and simplify your life through natural empathy, compassion, intuition, and the negotiation of appropriate treatments.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Gregory Stewart

Gregory Stewart

Therapist

In-person • Cohasset, MA


A bit about my educational journey: Upon Graduating from High School in Oregon, I headed East. I earned my Bachelors Degree in Communication Studies from Emerson College in Boston where I minored in Psychology. My Masters in Clinical Mental Health came years later from Lesley University in Cambridge, MA.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Amanda Cassidy

Amanda Cassidy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Amesbury, MA


“I'm passionate about helping people uncover their strengths, build effective coping strategies, and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Jessica Stanley

Jessica Stanley

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Norwell, MA


Healing Across the Lifespan: A Partnership in Mental Wellness

Choosing a mental health provider is a deeply personal decision. You aren’t just looking for a prescriber; you are looking for a witness to your story, an expert in the biological complexities of the brain, and a partner in your recovery.

My name is Jessica Stanley, and I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC). My journey to this practice has been defined by a unique duality: the macro view of a healthcare executive and the micro focus of a dedicated clinician. Before opening the doors to this practice, I served as the Clinical Director for a large-scale healthcare organization. In that role, I was responsible for the oversight of complex systems, the mentorship of large clinical teams, and the implementation of evidence-based protocols across diverse populations.

While my time in leadership allowed me to impact mental health at a systemic level, my true passion has always remained in the quiet, transformative moments of the exam room. I have returned to full-time clinical practice to bring that high-level expertise back to where it matters most: the individual human experience.

Mental health does not exist in a vacuum, nor does it look the same at age seven as it does at seventy. I specialize in treating patients across the entire lifespan. Whether I am working with a child struggling to navigate their first years of school, an adolescent facing the pressures of identity formation, or an adult managing the heavy mantle of career and family, my approach remains the same: comprehensive, compassionate, and evidence based.

Areas of Specialization

I am trained to treat a broad spectrum of psychiatric conditions including:

ADHD & Neurodivergence

Anxiety Disorders

Depression

PTSD & Trauma Recovery

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Joshua Barbour

Joshua Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Taunton, MA


“My style is to facilitate a discussion using motivational interviewing techniques to best support you in identifying and achieving your own specific goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jacques-Paul Barbour

Jacques-Paul Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Taunton, MA


“Counseling is a unique process for you to feel safe and be yourself, to create goals and find ways to improve your quality of life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sean Peterson

Sean Peterson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • East Taunton, MA


“My style is conversational and direct. I'll listen, but I'll also ask questions, challenge you when appropriate, and help you look at situations from different perspectives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christa Cavanaugh

Christa Cavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Lakeville, MA


“I have a strong passion for supporting individuals through a variety of life challenges, especially those involving complex trauma, PTSD, and the intersection of mental health and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Chukwuemeka Asiegbu

Chukwuemeka Asiegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Southbridge, MA


“My approach to providing care is rooted in empathy, active collaboration, and evidence-based practices.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Erik Andersen

Erik Andersen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mattapoisett, MA


“I like to feel I bring a sense of calmness and safety for you to explore feelings, thoughts, and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Rio Bauce

Rio Bauce

Therapist

Virtual • Cambridge, MA


“I offer a warm, empathetic, and collaborative approach to therapy, and I specialize in supporting those with HIV-related issues, relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, and identity-related challenges, particularly within the LGBTQ+ community.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Kellie Branch-Dircks

Kellie Branch-Dircks

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


With over 25 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I specialize in supporting individuals navigating grief and loss, life transitions, chronic illness, trauma (including first responders), aging-related concerns, and members of the agricultural and farming communities.

I provide telehealth services across multiple states, I’m here to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Vivens Ulysse

Vivens Ulysse

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is direct and inquisitive. I ask questions because your situation is unique, and I want to understand it before we talk about a path forward.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Lowell, MA

Number of therapists serving Lowell, MA
There are over 872 therapists in Lowell, MA accepting new patients.
872+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 92%Cigna
  • 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 49%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 2%Haitian Creole
  • 2%French
  • 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 72%Woman
  • 26%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 40%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 30%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 19%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 2%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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