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

Addiction support in Worcester connects you with 839 licensed providers experienced in recovery, relapse prevention, and evidence-based modalities like CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction. Virtual and in-person sessions offer flexibility while Headway works with your insurance to minimize costs.

Laurine Vanlerberg

Laurine Vanlerberg

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe in the inherent potential of every individual to become their highest and best version of themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Michael Gilman

Michael Gilman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, EMDR therapist and Addictions professional, along with a background in Music and Performance, my unique skill set has assisted many performers in overcoming their performance anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Hugo Alvarez

Hugo Alvarez

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I bring over a decade of experience in the recovery community, rooted in a deep understanding of the diverse paths to healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Laura Gabriel

Laura Gabriel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take a warm, direct, and collaborative approach, and you can share at your own pace—there's no pressure to have everything organized or figured out.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ephraim Tokar

Ephraim Tokar

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hi there, my name’s Ephraim and I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with 20+ years of experience. My specialties consist of relationships, men’s issues, career counseling, and psychosomatic illnesses.

Whether it's individuals or couples, I'm happy to get to work with whomever comes my way. I do my best to facilitate a warm, trusting environment. I received my Bachelors degree in Child Psychology, working initially with the adolescent population before transitioning over to adults. I then received my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy. Looking forward to meeting with you soon!

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Diana Guzman

Diana Guzman

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I work with high-functioning women who are successful, capable, and self-aware, yet still find themselves stuck in painful relationship patterns, addiction, unresolved trauma, self-abandonment, or emotional exhaustion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Andrea Hule

Andrea Hule

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I focus on building strong, trusting relationships while helping clients develop practical coping skills, improve emotional regulation, and gain a better understanding of their thoughts and behaviors.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Bailey Trahan

Bailey Trahan

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe therapy should feel supportive and human; while also helping you gain clarity and skills you can carry with you long after sessions end.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Steinmetz

Amy Steinmetz

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm a therapist with 27 years of experience supporting adults through substance and alcohol use, depression, anxiety, trauma, and the emotional weight that comes with them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Allison Andrade

Allison Andrade

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I have worked in the first responder field for over 12 years and understand the complexities and challenges that come with that work.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sana Chunara

Sana Chunara

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I combine evidence-based medication management with supportive, therapeutic conversation to help you feel heard and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Georgia Thomas-Diaz

Georgia Thomas-Diaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 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
D'Arcy Gebert

D'Arcy Gebert

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Amherst, MA


“My practice is built on providing more frequent visits, longer appointment time and easy to access clinical expertise...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 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 11 insurance carriers
Kim Lyman

Kim Lyman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Braintree, MA


“I offer a safe, collaborative, and judgment-free space using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Brief Therapy with a strength-based approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Carmen Guy

Carmen Guy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Thomas Phelps

Thomas Phelps

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Easthampton, MA


“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
Elizabeth Jaime

Elizabeth Jaime

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 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
Brooke Melanson

Brooke Melanson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rockland, MA


“I have extensive experience in treating addiction, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, and marriage counseling.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 16 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
Linda Sheppard-Reece

Linda Sheppard-Reece

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Norwell, MA


“I'm passionate about mental health both because of personal experience and because of the real, lasting improvements I've witnessed in my patients' lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Holly Little Van Straaten

Holly Little Van Straaten

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Danvers, MA


“My style is engaged, emotionally attuned, and relational. I often use metaphor, storytelling, imagery, and reflective tools to help deepen understanding...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
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
Grace Boronje

Grace Boronje

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take the time to listen attentively to your concerns, working together with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific goals and aspirations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dean Blackburn

Dean Blackburn

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“While developing practical strategies for change, I also help clients understand the underlying reasons substance use exists and the needs it has been meeting.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Challenging, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anya Mack

Anya Mack

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am direct, yet compassionate, and work to promote all Clients a sense of manageability of symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Edmondson Chukwuezi

Edmondson Chukwuezi

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I will listen with empathy, provide constructive feedback when needed, and gently challenge patterns that may be limiting your progress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Dr. Julie Kohlhart

Dr. Julie Kohlhart

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


With over 15 years of experience, I believe in considering the unique perspectives and experiences of each individual and tailoring the counseling process to your needs and context.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Natasha Jean-Gilles

Natasha Jean-Gilles

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to create a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported while working toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Saira Qureshi

Saira Qureshi

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“She encourages clients to focus on their strengths and abilities for gradual and efficient personal changes towards desired treatment goals to live more content and meaningful lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kathleen Dodge

Kathleen Dodge

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a person with lived experience in long-term recovery. I am passionate about helping people heal from addiction, allowing them to live full and authentic lives.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dorothy Brown

Dorothy Brown

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I enjoy helping clients to remove barriers that are keeping them from being their most awesome or to live their dream.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 3 insurance carriers
Susan Warren

Susan Warren

Therapist

Virtual • Falmouth, MA


“I use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach focused on helping clients uncover personal resources and strengths, and to develop ways of coping with life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Alex Gottschalk

Alex Gottschalk

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I take a direct, client centered approach that focuses on your goals, your pace, and what works best for you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Brianna Williford-Buoniconti

Dr. Brianna Williford-Buoniconti

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or emotionally exhausted? Maybe anxiety has you constantly overthinking, past experiences still affect your daily life, or you're navigating grief, depression, burnout, or a major life transition. Whatever brought you here, you don't have to face it alone.

Hi, I'm Brianna, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a Doctorate in Health Science. I specialize in helping adults navigate anxiety, trauma, grief, depression, burnout, and life transitions with compassion, practical support, and evidence-based care.

I believe therapy is most effective when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted. My goal is to provide a warm, judgment-free space where you can better understand yourself, build on your strengths, and develop practical tools to help you move forward with greater confidence and resilience.

Taking the first step isn't always easy, but you don't have to do it alone. I'd be honored to support you on your journey toward healing and growth.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
James Smith

James Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Greetings,

I have been for therapist for 20 years in the Eastern Mass area. If you made far, I can assist you towards the next chapter in your journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joseph Paquette

Joseph Paquette

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am a firm believer that people are trying to get better compared to them. It is about helping one to understand what it is they are wanting and setting realistic goals...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mariam Siddique

Mariam Siddique

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I specialize in helping adults and teens process anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marvel Larose

Marvel Larose

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I value building a genuine, trusting relationship with each person I work with, and I strive to create a space where you feel heard, respected, and supported as we move toward meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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