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

Salem residents seeking addiction support can connect with Headway providers specializing in substance use disorder, alcohol addiction, and behavioral dependencies through talk therapy and medication management. With over 70 insurance plans accepted and free intake consultations available, finding the right provider fit is accessible and affordable.

Eleni Koudanis

Eleni Koudanis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care for individuals navigating life’s challenges. My clinical background spans addiction recovery, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, ADHD, and women’s mental health.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Olasunkanmi Abiodun

Olasunkanmi Abiodun

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My focus is not just on symptom management, but on helping you uncover the root causes of your struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Susan Severson

Susan Severson

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I provide a safe, non-judgmental space to talk about your concerns and what you are struggling with.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Blanchet

Jennifer Blanchet

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“For the past 15 years, I've had the privilege of working with neurodivergent children, adolescents, and their families, helping them navigate challenges while building on their unique strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judith Mulage

Judith Mulage

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Southborough, MA


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health and Adult Gerontology Nurse Practitioner with advanced training in diagnosing and treating mental health as well as medical conditions across the lifespan. I earned my graduate degree in psychiatric nursing and have worked in both inpatient and outpatient settings, giving me a broad perspective on mental health care. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, trauma-related conditions, and ADHD. I work with adults and adolescents, and I’m experienced in supporting individuals navigating different mental health conditions.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chris Lauzon

Chris Lauzon

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Through self awareness, identification of Old Mental Muscle, we give you a better understanding of yourself, thus developing New Mental Muscle through tools and sustainable growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Mark Adamski

Mark Adamski

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with who they are in a system; in their environment, in their family, in their relationships, in their job or school.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Denise Sanson

Denise Sanson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have spent the last three years as a clinical social worker on an inpatient adolescent psychiatric unit at Salem Hospital...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Isaias Rivera

Isaias Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a highly trained addiction specialist with 5 years of dedicated experience working on the front lines of residential recovery programs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sharon Sedik

Sharon Sedik

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in patient-centered care and tailoring the treatment plan based on the client's needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kimberly Roberts-Schultheis

Dr. Kimberly Roberts-Schultheis

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My psychiatric approach is very warm, compassionate, curious, thoughtful, supportive, and comprehensive.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shannon McCarthy

Shannon McCarthy

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have over five years of experience working as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and more than fifteen years of experience as a Licensed Substance Use Counselor.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dwayne Bartholomew

Dwayne Bartholomew

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work especially well with men who've been strong for everyone else and are ready to do something for themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Angela Hamlin

Angela Hamlin

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a space that feels safe and allows you to show up authentically and transparently to get the most out of your session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Pritz

Robert Pritz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“You will experience the growth you desire. As your therapist, I will commit myself to align with you and your desired outcomes.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Carissa Johnson

Carissa Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Deborah Stone

Deborah Stone

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in partnering with my clients to create treatment plans that fit their unique needs, helping them feel heard, supported, and empowered on their journey toward improved mental wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Jaime Frazier

Jaime Frazier

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


My name is Jaime Frazier, and I am a licensed mental health clinician with more than nine years of experience working with adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of behavioral health settings. Throughout my career, I have provided individual, group, crisis, and substance use treatment services, helping clients navigate life's challenges and achieve meaningful personal growth.

I earned my Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have experience working in outpatient, crisis intervention, residential, partial hospitalization, and community-based treatment settings. My clinical background includes working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, trauma-related disorders, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, psychosis, schizophrenia, grief and loss, life transitions, and stress management concerns.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jenny Chukwudike

Jenny Chukwudike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a double-certified nurse practitioner with expertise in both family and psychiatry medicine, I approach care with a holistic perspective, emphasizing comprehensive well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Paul Barnes

Paul Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • Wareham, MA


“My approach in couples therapy, is to help couples heal childhood wounds that are often recreated in their current relationships.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Margaret Sullivan

Margaret Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“In sessions with me, clients can expect to take away practical tools and deeper insights that will support their emotional well-being and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kurt Zellen

Kurt Zellen

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I prefer an eclectic approach drawing elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Letrecia Brown

Letrecia Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with people who are strong on the outside but exhausted on the inside — especially women navigating trauma, addiction, or relationships...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Sarah Moynihan

Sarah Moynihan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I utilize an eclectic therapeutic approach in working with my clients... I tend to find my clients are the experts on their own lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Therese Binyame

Therese Binyame

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Fitchburg, MA


“She ensures outstanding mental health care, medication management, empathy, with brief psychotherapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jafar Bakhshaie

Jafar Bakhshaie

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, stuck, or worn down by stress, trauma, relationships, or health concerns, therapy can help you find a clearer path forward. I’m a licensed psychologist who works with adults, with clinical and academic experience at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. My style is warm, practical, and evidence-based, while always tailored to you as a person.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 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
Lyla Bakhit

Lyla Bakhit

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Howard Bean

Howard Bean

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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
Colleen Mee

Colleen Mee

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“At the heart of my work is a commitment to creating a supportive, affirming space where you can show up just as you are.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, Infertility
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anna Thomas

Anna Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I pay close attention to the person in front of me and adjust accordingly.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michaela Ciovacco

Michaela Ciovacco

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, spiritually open, and grounded in humanistic and existential therapies.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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
George Gikera

George Gikera

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I am here to meet you where you are — and to walk alongside you as you work toward where you want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Adedayo Dansu

Adedayo Dansu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Randolph, MA


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
Laura Hitchmoth

Laura Hitchmoth

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Clients will feel heard and at ease during our first session. They will leave with a clear mutual action plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Timothy Clynch

Timothy Clynch

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a supportive, judgment-free space where clients feel seen, understood, and empowered in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Douglas Foresta

Douglas Foresta

Therapist

Virtual • Westfield, MA


“I believe that you are not the problem, the problem is the problem, and therapy can help you separate yourself from the patterns that have been defining your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Christina Conley

Christina Conley

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life. Sometimes, we just need support in untangling the thoughts, feelings, and experiences that can feel overwhelming.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Deborah Colucci

Deborah Colucci

Therapist

Virtual • North Reading, MA


“I provide a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where adults can explore their experiences, identify their strengths, develop healthier coping strategies, and work toward improved emotional well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Salem, MA
There are over 26 therapists in Salem, MA accepting new patients.
26+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 100%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 85%Trauma
  • 85%PTSD
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 81%Cigna
  • 81%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 77%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 62%Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 15%Spanish
  • 8%Igbo
  • 4%Cantonese
  • 4%Italian
How they see their clients
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  • 92%In-person or online
  • 8%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 58%Woman
  • 42%Man
License types
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  • 38%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 35%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 15%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 8%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 15%Couples therapy
  • 12%Family therapy
  • 4%Child or adolescent therapy

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