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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 1,374 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.

Maria Lagattuta

Maria Lagattuta

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Lisa Thomas EL

Lisa Thomas EL

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is grounded in compassion, respect, and a belief that lasting change is possible when people feel safe, understood, and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Jodi Bassett

Jodi Bassett

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am a "strengths based" clinician and focus on a growth mindset. I believe each individual has the power to heal.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Stacey Nichols Ostebo

Stacey Nichols Ostebo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is for you to feel more in control of your life, more in tune, to live more authentically and to have a healthy self view and positive self esteem.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jennifer Wood

Jennifer Wood

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Voorhees Township, NJ


“I believe that each person's journey is unique, and I work collaboratively with clients to identify their strengths and develop practical tools that support meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Erika Schreiber Samji

Erika Schreiber Samji

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental, and empathetic space where clients can feel heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
John Petrie

John Petrie

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Welcome to Complete Wellness Therapy Group!

Therapy tends to be most effective when there's a strong bond between the client and therapist. At Complete Wellness Therapy Group, I make it a priority to ensure that every client I work with feels truly heard, understood, and validated, empowering them to achieve their goals and create the positive changes they seek in their life.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Debra Mckinney-Hill

Debra Mckinney-Hill

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Debra McKinney-Hill is a seasoned mental health and addictions therapist with over 20 years of experience guiding individuals, couples, and families through the challenges of mental health and substance misuse. Her extensive background includes working with a wide range of issues, from anxiety and depression to complex addiction recovery, always with compassion and a solution-focused mindset.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Janet Osayamwen

Janet Osayamwen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“When you share your heart with me, I slow down, focus, and give you my real attention—no rushing, no assumptions, no quick "Why don't you just...?" solutions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 6 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 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Colleen Makowsky

Colleen Makowsky

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use many modalities to help individuals, couples, and families connect with their values and cope with life's challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jean Milides-Hennon

Jean Milides-Hennon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“It is my goal of therapy to help clients change their lives through building rapport, understanding, listening, provide compassion in a nonjudgemental manner.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Rivera

Richard Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I know what it means to carry something you can't fully put into words, and to keep showing up anyway.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tatiana Fallas

Tatiana Fallas

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Focusing on a person's strengths helps empower them/build self esteem. Changing intrusive thoughts with positive thinking helps deal with feelings of depression & anxiety.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Shiy Ajao

Shiy Ajao

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to empower individuals to recognize, change dysfunctional thinking and behavior, leading to improved emotional regulation and overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Samantha Sweeney

Samantha Sweeney

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, understood, and more hopeful about the path ahead.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tiana Burdick

Tiana Burdick

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe real growth comes from honesty paired with support, so I offer both: a space where you feel understood and validated, and guidance that helps you gain insight, build new skills, and move toward meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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 9 insurance carriers
Helen Raiani

Helen Raiani

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to have a greater understanding of themselves, greater self awareness and increased self esteem.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Shari Littman

Shari Littman

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to take away actionable items, things they can use to address the issues they bring to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristine Dase

Kristine Dase

Therapist

Virtual • Northfield, NJ


“I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and utilize many mindful based approaches to treatment while being solution focused.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robin Shamburg

Robin Shamburg

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that we are constantly telling ourselves stories - about who we are, what we are experiencing, and what we are capable of.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiyahna Miles-Hall

Tiyahna Miles-Hall

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, poor self-esteem, negative thoughts, unhealthy relationships or the inability to say NO! Are you tired of feeling like nothing will change or your stuck in life because you don't know what to do to make it better? I focus on adults using CBT, REBT, Person Centered and Motivational interviewing to assist clients in learning more about themselves and their perspective on life. I have experience working with many different mental health disorders including depression, anxiety, stress, marital/relationship issues and career struggles to name a few.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jenny DeSantis

Jenny DeSantis

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help clients develop practical life skills that support emotional wellness and long-term success, including stress management, communication, boundary setting, problem-solving, decision-making, emotional regulation, time management, and healthy...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Uhrlass

Jennifer Uhrlass

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I regularly work with individuals facing a variety of life's diverse challenges including anxiety/ panic, family-of-origin concerns, depression, maternal mental health, transition to parenthood, trauma, grief/ loss, sexual issues, and career related concerns. I also have a specialization in sex and relationship therapy.

My clients are often seeking a combination of clarity, coping skills, and in general -- more ease and happiness in their daily life. I also have a unique specialization in "relationship therapy for one" where we unpack what might be keeping you stuck or unhappy when it comes to your overall relationship health/ satisfaction.

I have been a licensed therapist for over a decade and received my training at state of the art educational institutes including Syracuse University and other hospital and outpatient centers across NY and Manhattan. I have also sought out ongoing participation in professional clinical consultation groups with some of the most influential therapists and thought leaders of our time. These varied and diverse professional training experiences enable me to provide the best possible care to each client I serve. In addition, I also provide training and mentorship for new therapists looking to specialize in sex and relationship health.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Jerome Scaturro

Dr. Jerome Scaturro

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use a compassionate, holistic approach with cognitive behavioral and mindfulness techniques to build trust and guide you toward growth and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Stacey Morvitz

Stacey Morvitz

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I've spent my career specializing in eating disorders, body image struggles, and addiction, working in settings ranging from residential treatment centers to outpatient rehab facilities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Joseph DiLaurenzio

Joseph DiLaurenzio

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a mental health counselor who graduated with my MSEd from St. John's University with my degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I incorporate various theories and view counseling as integrative and eclectic approach to best suit needs of patients. Several which I use include:CBT, REBT, CPT, Behavior Therapy & Mindfulness-based Interventions including: (DBT, MBCT, & MBSR). I also use Motivational Interviewing (MI), Gestalt, Existential, SFBT (Solution-Focused Brief Therapy) & others.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Vivian Nwankwo

Dr. Vivian Nwankwo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Maplewood, NJ


“My approach to providing care is holistic and client-centered, focusing on the unique needs and goals of each individual.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Haja Kargbo

Dr. Haja Kargbo

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Linden, NJ


“I'm deeply committed to providing compassionate, individualized mental health care that supports healing, self-understanding, and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Patricia Cody

Patricia Cody

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Oldwick, NJ


“I bring deep connection and commitment to the people I serve. With over 30 years of nursing and behavioral health experience, I strive to offer compassionate and evidence-based care through a collaborative, holistic approach that honors your unique...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Stress management, Trauma
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Gail Boyer

Gail Boyer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bloomfield, NJ


“My approach is warm, conversational, and rooted in authentic curiosity about your story and what brought you here.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Timothy McShane

Timothy McShane

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Mullica Hill, NJ


“I provide compassionate, evidence-based care to individuals experiencing a range of mental health challenges...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Akosua Karikari

Akosua Karikari

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I take a holistic approach, understanding the connection between mental and physical health, and I'm committed to creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel heard and valued.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Carla Ford

Carla Ford

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I provide compassionate, strength-based, and trauma-informed support to youth, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, substance use, grief, and major life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Chizoba Mbachu

Dr. Chizoba Mbachu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is best described as holistic because I believe to reach your highest potential mentally your physical health also has to be a priority.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Lori Herrera

Lori Herrera

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“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 8 insurance carriers
Kyle Konarski

Kyle Konarski

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Kyle's approach is warm, empathic, and non-judgmental. He believes in the inherent strengths within each individual...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brian Laguatan

Brian Laguatan

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal is to create a safe space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered throughout your treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Dr. Fausat Odubiyi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • Moorestown, NJ


“As a psychiatric nurse practitioner, she may specialize in Schizophrenia and Mood Disorders, in addition to other conditions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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, NJ

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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