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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Lowell, MA
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“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership, where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is grounded in collaboration, empathy, and evidence-based practices, with an emphasis on helping clients feel heard, supported, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
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
“Clients can expect to be engaged by a motivated professional who will be working with genuine feelings of concern and investment for the person in front of them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I provide a compassionate, supportive space for individuals navigating anxiety, OCD, grief and loss, life transitions, and adjustment challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“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
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 4 insurance carriers
“A strong, trusting relationship with your therapist is essential to the treatment process. I'm committed to working collaboratively with you to set meaningful goals and develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your unique needs and...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I don't just provide appointments, I provide solutions — all in the context of a caring, long-term partnership.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I use an eclectic approach, utilizing solution focused therapy, strengths-based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and motivational interviewing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“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 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
How long have you been telling yourself, “I’ll figure it out tomorrow”? When you're struggling with addiction, anxiety, depression, or the weight of life's challenges, it's easy to feel stuck between wanting things to change and not knowing how to make it happen. You may be exhausted from carrying it all on your own. I provide a supportive, judgment-free space where you can be honest about what you're facing, explore what's holding you back, and begin creating a path forward that feels right for you.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have over 15 years dedicated to working with individuals with substance use and mental health challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have invested in an approach emphasizing a more integrative, dynamic, and holistic approach to mental health and substance abuse.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My practice is very welcoming, warm and empowering. It is not my place to judge. My goal is for my clients to do well in their daily lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in the power of connection and self-understanding to create meaningful change in people's lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I want my clients to be assured that their concerns will be listened to, they will be involved in their care and decision making, and that the plan of care will be timely and consistent.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy is collaborative, compassionate, and client-centered. I work together with clients to build a trusting professional relationship where they feel heard, respected, and actively involved in their healing journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“This experience, combined with decades of personal insight into these same patterns, allows me to provide a grounded and authentic partnership.”
Substance use / addiction, Family issues, Women's issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is empathetic, practical, and solution-oriented, designed to help you navigate the obstacles standing between you and the life you envision.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I blend cognitive behavioral techniques with mindfulness techniques and motivational interviewing to help you identify goals, ways that we can accomplish those goals, and reframe unhelpful thoughts on the way.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My style is calm, culturally sensitive, and direct. I strive to create a space where clients feel respected, understood, and empowered in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I use a direct approach that emulates a coaching style that challenges current beliefs and makes you work to develop a healthier, more productive thought process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I bring over 10 years of experience in substance use counseling across diverse settings, including working with court mandated and justice involved individuals.”
Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I hope to guide clients down a path of empowerment, increased functioning in their daily life, and achievement towards their goals, whatever that looks like for them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Results-oriented, service-focused Mental Health Professional with 30+ years of experience in individual/ couples therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I take a practical, compassionate approach to therapy, meeting clients where they are and helping them build insight, coping skills, and meaningful change at their own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a compassionate, safe, supportive, nonjudgmental space, and collaborative environment where clients can explore their challenges, develop coping skills, and achieve their personal goals so their healing and growth can thrive.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe effective mental health treatment begins with understanding your unique story, goals, and challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Throughout my career, I've used primarily CBT, DBT, ACT, and solution focused modalities in my practice along with aspects of family structural therapy and mindfulness based therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I think of psychiatry as painting. Every symptom, life experience, goal, etc., adds another color to the canvas.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“The core of my practice is this: every person deserves to be heard, understood, and to feel they belong—especially within a culture that often devalues humanity.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“My goal is to come alongside you, to provide a comfortable environment where you can be vulnerable and transparent...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I strive to meet you where you are both emotionally and physically; working together to reduce symptoms, build resilience, and support lasting emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Hi there! Are you seeking genuine, straightforward guidance and effective coping strategies enriched by personal experience and practical application? You’ve come to the right place! I specialize in EMDR which is effective in the treatment of trauma, phobias, low self esteem, pain management, eating disorders, and anxiety. I love supporting my fellow ADHDers and those with chronic illness. Sessions are focused on reducing self judgement while finding ways for your environment to work for you.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm and collaborative, creating space for you to slow down, process your experiences, and make meaningful, sustainable change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy is a collaborative process, and I work alongside clients to develop practical tools, insight, and sustainable change...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Challenging, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My approach emphasizes helping clients develop psychological flexibility—learning to accept difficult emotions while committing to meaningful actions aligned with their values.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hi, I'm Trudy Carl, LICSW. I bring over 15 years of experience in social work, mental health, and human services, working with individuals, teens, families, and couples across community, healthcare, and correctional settings. I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, life transitions, relationship concerns, substance use, and re-entry after incarceration. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based, helping clients build resilience, gain insight, and create meaningful change in their lives.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Depending on your specific needs, you can expect to learn different coping strategies to help you through difficult emotions and situations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My goal for every client is to improve their mood and overall health by providing compassionate mental and medical health care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Lowell, MA
Number of therapists serving Lowell, MA
872+
Average years in practice
8 years
Top specialties offered
- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 84%Trauma
Insurances accepted
- 99%Aetna
- 92%Cigna
- 86%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 82%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
- 49%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
- 98%English
- 6%Spanish
- 2%Haitian Creole
- 2%French
- 1%Igbo
How they see their clients
- 93%Online only
- 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
- 72%Woman
- 26%Man
- 1%Non-binary
License types
- 40%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
- 30%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 19%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
- 2%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 33%Family therapy
- 21%Couples therapy
- 12%Child or adolescent therapy
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