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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Jersey City, NJ

Struggling with substance use or addictive behaviors in Jersey City? Headway connects you with 1,487 licensed providers experienced in evidence-based addiction treatment modalities including CBT, motivational interviewing, and harm reduction approaches. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexibility, and many clients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance.

Jacqueline Serritella

Jacqueline Serritella

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a Board-Certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with nearly two decades of experience supporting individuals and families through behavioral health and substance use challenges. My approach is grounded in trauma‐informed care, cultural sensitivity, and meeting people exactly where they are. I believe healing happens when people feel seen, heard, and supported without judgment.

I completed my Master of Science in Nursing at Monmouth University and have worked across inpatient, outpatient, community, and addiction treatment settings. My background includes detox and MAT services, crisis stabilization, care coordination, and leading interdisciplinary teams. I also serve as a clinical instructor for BSN students, which keeps me connected to education, mentorship, and the next generation of nurses.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Melissa Martinez

Melissa Martinez

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am very passionate in working with all different types of clients and believe that not one size fits all when treating mental health or addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Wendy Park

Wendy Park

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that therapy is a collaboration...together, we can develop a plan to help you start effecting positive change in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathleen Christie

Kathleen Christie

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I draw from a dynamic collection of resources, theoretical approaches, and creative and am exclusively interested in you feeling increasingly empowered to manage your daily experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Sandhya Chilukala

Sandhya Chilukala

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect a warm, compassionate, and collaborative environment where their concerns are truly heard and respected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Janet LeMoal

Janet LeMoal

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I prioritize listening to and validating people's experiences. Therapy with me is person-centered and collaborative.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Shelly Clavis

Shelly Clavis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“Throughout my career, I have been committed to improving patient outcomes by utilizing a holistic approach that considers the physical, mental, and emotional health of individuals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lauren Ventura

Lauren Ventura

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in helping clients strengthen self-esteem, break out of old patterns, and develop a deeper sense of clarity and self-worth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Euclides Mateo

Euclides Mateo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is direct, empathetic, and collaborative. I draw from a range of evidence-based approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-focused brief therapy (SFBT), Emotion-Focused Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Humanistic...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ophelia Matthews

Ophelia Matthews

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a reliable, detail-oriented professional focused on delivering high-quality work and clear communication. I take the time to understand each client’s goals, provide practical solutions, and keep projects organized from start to finish. You can expect responsiveness, transparency, and work that is tailored to your needs.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dina Graziano

Dina Graziano

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients feel understood and empowered to grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Qinqin Xu

Qinqin Xu

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“By establishing a nurturing rapport, I strive to create a safe and warm space for you to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney

Dr. Nakia Perry-Goffney

Psychologist

Virtual • Morristown, NJ


I am a licensed clinical psychologist with more than a decade of experience supporting adults, couples, and families through meaningful emotional and behavioral change. I provide compassionate, evidence-based care and strive to create a welcoming environment where you feel heard, understood, and empowered in your healing process.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Vicki Rubin

Vicki Rubin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am told I am compassionate, yet direct and to the point. I love seeing my clients make progress when they give therapy a try, work at it and are successful in making the changes needed to lead a happier life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tremaine White

Tremaine White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Cherry Hill Township, NJ


“I see therapy as a collaborative process—we'll work at your pace, explore what's most important to you, and build on your strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Peter Mccaffrey

Peter Mccaffrey

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have been practicing as a therapist since 2009. I am certified in EMDR by the EMDR International Association, and have been practicing EMDR therapy for fourteen years.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kathryn McBratney

Kathryn McBratney

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“With over 10 years of experience, I have a warm, friendly and judgement free approach and will create a safe space in our sessions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Haley Bisogne

Haley Bisogne

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Hi, I'm Haley! I'm an LCSW, Brooklyn born, New Jersey based, who has experience working in community-based mental health, a school setting, in-home counseling and seeing private clients. I am a certified DBT therapist, and have taken some courses for a doula certification.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Brett Kingsborough

Dr. Brett Kingsborough

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Ridgewood, NJ


“My goal is to offer compassionate, personalized treatment that helps people find stability, clarity, and lasting well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Jessica Bradley

Jessica Bradley

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and strengths-based. I believe in creating a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, respected, and empowered to explore your challenges and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Neil Patel

Dr. Neil Patel

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I meet my clients where they are through an acceptance, holistic, client-centered, and nonjudgmental perspective.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Wilfred Asamoah

Wilfred Asamoah

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I'm a licensed therapist who believes people grow best when they feel understood, respected, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kali Quigley

Kali Quigley

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe therapy is not about "fixing" you, but about creating space to understand your experiences, reconnect with your strengths, and move toward healing in a way that feels authentic to you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Tanya Curran

Tanya Curran

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is client-centered and strengths-based. I collaborate with individuals to identify meaningful goals...”
Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Antoine-Lackish

Patricia Antoine-Lackish

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisbette Gonzales

Lisbette Gonzales

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“She has experienced many of her client's struggles and feels confident that she can help them overcome fears, stress, and other challenges that prevent them from reaching their highest potential and freedom.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gania Bruno Harrold

Gania Bruno Harrold

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I implement effective psychotherapy methods to instill self-understanding among patients and encourage them to adopt new attitudes and feelings towards life situations.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Sarmiento

Elizabeth Sarmiento

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I specialize in supporting adults through recovery, anxiety, life transitions, stress, and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Magdalena Jagielka-Canabe

Magdalena Jagielka-Canabe

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hoboken, NJ


“My approach when providing care is always warm, holistic, nonjudgemental and unique with every patient.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Corey Ingram

Corey Ingram

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Corey Ingram is a compassionate, experienced therapist specializing in the treatment of co-occurring disorders, where mental health and substance use issues intersect.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Depression, Men's issues, PTSD
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mira Champaneria

Mira Champaneria

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that each person has within themselves the necessary traits to grow and thrive, based upon Carl Rogers' Person-Centered Therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Empowering
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Emmanuel Ameyibor

Emmanuel Ameyibor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bridgewater, NJ


Emmanuel is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and has over 9 years of mental health nursing experience caring for patients across the lifespan. He graduated from Rutgers Univ. with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree and earned his master’s degree from Fairleigh Dickinson Univ. Emmanuel has worked in various mental health settings, including Hackensack Univ. Medical Center, Carrier Clinic, Greystone Park Psychiatric Hospital, St. Claire’s Hospital and Genpsych.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Beth Weiss

Beth Weiss

Therapist

Virtual • Sicklerville, NJ


I work with each client utilizing a warm, strength and solution focused approach. My goal is to listen to each client helping to find focus, clarity, healing, and fulfillment in their lives. I have worked in a variety of settings which has allowed me to have an array of experience. I continuously work on my professional development. I am invested in providing effective services. Please contact me directly at [email protected] or text at 856- 669- 9077 to schedule an appointment.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Marlana Cannata

Marlana Cannata

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I bring over 25 years of healthcare experience across inpatient and outpatient settings, supporting adults and older adults through life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Anisa Ali

Anisa Ali

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have over 14 years of experience working with individuals, adolescents and families dealing with behavioral, emotional and academic challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Justin Eldridge

Justin Eldridge

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I like to foster a safe space for client's to share their life experiences, thoughts and feelings without fear and judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Karen Paster

Karen Paster

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Ridgewood, NJ


“Known for her compassionate, patient-centered approach, Karen takes the time to understand each patient's history, symptoms, and treatment goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Nadine Lilly

Nadine Lilly

Therapist

Virtual • Morristown, NJ


“I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over 20 years of experience working with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship stress, and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Granger

John Granger

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Many times our behaviors are rooted in defective thinking. My job is to help you identify unhealthy thought patterns...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Viola Heggs

Viola Heggs

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to see changes mentally, physically and spiritually as a result of counseling services.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Jersey City, NJ

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Jersey City, NJ
There are over 68 therapists in Jersey City, NJ accepting new patients.
68+
Average years in practice
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8 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 96%Anxiety
  • 91%Depression
  • 79%PTSD
  • 74%Stress management
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 82%Cigna
  • 79%Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey
  • 76%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 63%Oscar
Languages spoken
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  • 93%English
  • 7%French
  • 7%Spanish
  • 6%Russian
  • 4%Yoruba
How they see their clients
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  • 100%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 54%Woman
  • 46%Man
License types
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  • 34%Advanced Practice Nurse
  • 25%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 25%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 6%Substance Use Disorder
  • 6%Licensed Psychologist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 32%Family therapy
  • 19%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 18%Couples therapy

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Headway makes it easier to find support for overcoming addiction — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.

Factors to Consider When Choosing an Addiction Therapist in Jersey City

Finding addiction therapists in Jersey City starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, substance use, drug use, gambling, compulsive behaviors, or concerns that overlap with anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship stress. As you compare therapists, look for training and specialties that match your needs, such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction-informed care, or coordination with a prescriber when medication support is part of your care team.

Jersey City has a mix of local therapy options, from downtown offices near transit to virtual appointments that make it easier to find a therapist beyond your closest neighborhood. For addiction care, fit also includes how a therapist describes their approach. Many people look for a therapist who has experience with nonjudgmental support, harm reduction frameworks, relapse prevention, or substance use counseling. Read therapist profiles before booking to understand their specialties, appointment availability, session structure, and whether they offer a free phone consultation.

Therapy in Jersey City can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower your session costs and see your estimated cost before you book. Headway makes it easier to compare Jersey City therapists who are accepting new patients, review their bios, check insurance fit, and book directly when you’re ready.

If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:

* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741

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