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

Addiction support in Worcester connects you with 899 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.

Brittney Newton

Brittney Newton

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I am passionate about making mental healthcare accessible to everyone and being able to provide the skills needed to those in order to achieve a fulfilling and meaningful life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Challenging, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Cameron Neiblum

Cameron Neiblum

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My role is not to tell you where to go, but to help you navigate challenges, build confidence in your own abilities, and move toward a life that feels more aligned with your values and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Martha Scott

Martha Scott

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“For over 25 years, my work as a psychotherapist has been dedicated to helping people develop healthy relationships and productive, meaningful, and fulfilling lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Abigail Nganye

Abigail Nganye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I deliver compassionate, high-quality, comprehensive mental health care to each individual through medication and therapy-based treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Gleidy Maria

Gleidy Maria

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I bring empathy, real talk, and a collaborative approach to help navigate challenges and work toward growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
George Gifford

George Gifford

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Greetings, I am an eleven-year Marine Corps veteran (2003 to 2014), experienced in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. My main approach is person centered with a spattering of CBT, ACT, and REBT. Feel free to chat with me a bit and see if we work well together. I am unable to hold in person sessions at this time as I am living in Georgia, but I do miss Boston and lived there from 2018 to 2024. I completed my master's in mental health counseling at Cambridge College in 2022, worked in a psychiatric hospital in a dual diagnosis role from 2022 to 2023, and moved on to community mental health where I worked as an outpatient clinician from 2023 to 2024, earning my licensure in December of that year. I took some time off from conducting therapeutic sessions due to a personal need. During that time, I worked with the Department of Social Services in South Carolina as a foster care case manager and later with a residential substance abuse treatment center at Johnson State Prison, Georgia. I am now back on the plate and ready to get back into hosting mental health therapy sessions remotely. Perhaps I will return to Massachusetts in the future.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Riemer

Jennifer Riemer

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is one of warmth and understanding but also taking a direct approach in addressing identified concerns and needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Stephen Gannon

Stephen Gannon

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I am passionate about helping my clients understand what the disease of alcoholism and addiction are physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Panic disorders
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Steven DiFrancesco

Dr. Steven DiFrancesco

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Dr. DiFrancesco utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy along with integrative approaches to identify, evaluate/assess, process, and promote positive change and well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Ngozi Arua

Ngozi Arua

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Boston, MA


“I understand that seeking help can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charmian Talbot

Charmian Talbot

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“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

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Martha Goodrich

Martha Goodrich

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I strive to create a space that feels supportive, respectful, and nonjudgmental, where clients can explore their experiences at a pace that feels right for them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Charles Peterson

Charles Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My goal is to help clients face reality honestly, grieve what didn't happen, and take meaningful action toward the life they want to live now.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Diabetes, Men's issues, PTSD
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

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Edith Funtong

Edith Funtong

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“My approach is client-centered, and I aim to provide compassionate, evidence-based care that is tailored to your unique needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Augustine Mensah

Augustine Mensah

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Worcester, MA


“I believe good psychiatric care starts with listening. I take time to understand your symptoms, experiences, relationships, sleep, health, stressors, and the other pieces of life that may be affecting how you feel.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Sonal Patel

Sonal Patel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dedham, MA


“Sonal is committed to delivering mental healthcare to patients from diverse backgrounds and identities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mukumbi Brown

Mukumbi Brown

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe effective care starts with listening. I take time to understand your concerns, history, goals, and what you hope to change before determining the best path forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Mark Kriezis

Mark Kriezis

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that meaningful change is possible for everyone through self-awareness, personal growth, and an understanding of how our past experiences influence who we are today.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Eralda Bango

Eralda Bango

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Life doesn't come with a roadmap and it's normal to feel overwhelmed at times. I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, substance use, cultural or identity concerns, grief/loss, and relationship challenges. My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and approachable space where you can explore your experiences and take meaningful steps towards change.

I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 15 years of experience supporting individuals across outpatient and emergency settings I bring a grounded and compassionate perspective to therapy. This background allows me to meet clients where they are whether they're seeking immediate relief or working toward deeper personal growth.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shereda Grossett

Shereda Grossett

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


Hello, and welcome. I am Shereda Grossett, MSN, PMHNP-BC, RN. I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience caring for individuals across a variety of mental health settings. My background includes leadership in inpatient psychiatry, nursing education, and direct patient care.

I specialize in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar disorder, ADHD, trauma-related disorders, mood disorders, and other psychiatric conditions. I believe that mental health care should be collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. My goal is to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Affi Kimberg

Affi Kimberg

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to providing compassionate, evidence-based mental health care in a supportive and judgement free environment. I work with adolescents and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, using collaborative care approach to personalized treatment plans that aligns with each client's goals. I believe that every person deserve to feel heard and empowered. My goal is to help you build resilience, improve your well-being, and achieve lasting, meaningful change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
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
Farrah Samadi

Farrah Samadi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe healing goes beyond managing symptoms. I take a mind-body approach that focuses on understanding and addressing the root causes of emotional and physical distress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rita Asiegbunam

Rita Asiegbunam

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Taunton, MA


“Rita enjoys working with a diverse population of children, adolescents, and adults, by helping them feel confident while making sure their mental health goals are met accordingly.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Sara Dupont

Sara Dupont

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


You're the one people call when things fall apart. You're good at it — steady, competent, the person who knows what to do. And somewhere along the way you stopped having anywhere to put your own stuff.

So you can run the meeting, hold the crisis, answer the phone at 2 a.m. — and still not be able to make yourself open the mail. Competence and collapse live together far more often than anyone admits out loud.

I work with adults carrying that particular load: substance use and recovery, emotions that arrive at full volume with no dimmer switch, thoughts of self-harm or not wanting to be here, and the specific erosion that comes from caring for other people for a living. Helpers, clinicians, parents, first responders — people whose exhaustion doesn't have an obvious place to go. I work with teenagers too, often the ones in families like these.

My style is direct, warm, and collaborative. I'm not going to nod quietly for fifty minutes. We'll find what's actually driving things, build skills you can use on a Tuesday afternoon when it counts, and I'll tell you honestly what I'm seeing. You set the pace. I'll bring the structure.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, End of life care, Family issues, Trauma
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Terrell

Robert Terrell

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Bedford, MA


“Robert's clinical approach is grounded in the belief that effective psychiatric care must be both deeply personal and highly practical.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Etamar Prizament

Etamar Prizament

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I help clients better understand themselves, break unhealthy patterns, and develop practical tools for lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 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
William Downey

William Downey

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker | Certified Dementia Practitioner

Boston, MA | In-Person & Telehealth Sessions

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) with more than two decades of clinical experience helping adults navigate complex emotional, relational, and medical challenges. I hold a Master’s in Clinical Social Work from Boston College and have dedicated my career to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care rooted in authenticity, compassion, and the belief that genuine change is possible at every stage of life.

My areas of specialization include anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, medical conditions, LGBTQ+ identity and relationships, grief and loss, end-of-life issues, and advanced care planning. My integrative approach draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Therapy, and a Humanistic framework. I believe that movement is medicine, and that healing emerges through the mind–body connection — where awareness, purpose, and action intersect.

As a gay clinician, I am deeply committed to creating an affirming, inclusive space where clients can explore identity, relationships, and resilience with honesty and respect. I strive to help each person cultivate balance, clarity, and a renewed sense of possibility in their lives.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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
Lori Herrera

Lori Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“Your relationship with your therapist truly matters, and I am committed to creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and genuinely supported as we begin this work together.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
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
Michael Hall

Michael Hall

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I believe that the resilience we gain living with adversity is often the greatest skill needed in reaching our definition of success.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Guerline Mahotiere Augustin

Guerline Mahotiere Augustin

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I de-escalate with patience, communicate honestly, and treat each patient as a partner in their care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Jessy Nwuba

Dr. Jessy Nwuba

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I'm privileged to understand culturally conscious care, which has allowed me to help many families who have experienced trauma and cultural barriers.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kerry Ahlquist

Kerry Ahlquist

Therapist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“With over 16 years of experience in behavioral health, I believe therapy starts with feeling heard, understood, and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carol LeBlanc

Carol LeBlanc

Psychologist

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I began working with chronically mentally ill seniors who were being transferred from State Hospital settings to more humane halfway housing...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Energetic
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Tali Maouda

Tali Maouda

Therapist

Virtual • Boston, MA


“My goal is to help you process your experiences so you can recognize and overcome the obstacles standing in the way of you living a happier, healthier, and more fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Roselyn Kwenda

Roselyn Kwenda

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Massachusetts


“I like building care together with my clients, listening closely and checking in often so treatment actually fits your life, not a generic plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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

Number of therapists serving Worcester, MA
There are over 893 therapists in Worcester, MA accepting new patients.
893+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 98%Anxiety
  • 94%Depression
  • 87%Stress management
  • 82%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 91%Cigna
  • 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 82%Harvard Pilgrim Healthcare
  • 51%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
Languages spoken
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  • 98%English
  • 6%Spanish
  • 2%Haitian Creole
  • 2%French
  • 1%Portuguese
How they see their clients
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  • 93%Online only
  • 7%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 71%Woman
  • 28%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 39%Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 20%Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
  • 3%Clinical Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 31%Family therapy
  • 21%Couples therapy
  • 11%Child or adolescent therapy

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