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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY


Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Buffalo, NY
Buffalo residents seeking help with addiction can access Headway's 2,588 providers through convenient virtual or in-person sessions. Our team supports dual diagnosis, withdrawal management, and personalized recovery plans using acceptance-based and behavioral approaches tailored to your needs.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), I am passionate about helping individuals create
meaningful change in their lives through a collaborative, supportive, and empowering therapeutic process.
I specialize in working with adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, or
feeling stuck.
Rather than focusing only on problems, I work with clients to uncover their strengths, develop practical
skills, and reconnect with their values. Whether you’re dealing with past trauma, daily stress, or seeking
personal growth, therapy can be a space for insight, healing, and real change.
I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Fordham University and bring both clinical training and
deep compassion into every session.
Hello, I began my career servicing individuals with my role of a “caseworker” forty years ago in 1986. With a B.A. in Liberal Arts I was able to help with the emotional and concrete needs of many community members. By 1997 I obtained my Masters In Social Work and immediately after my license. As a LCSW practitioner I have engaged and provided agency/personal intakes, crisis intervention, program development and directorship; Despite gaining managerial experience throughout my career, I’ve done individual therapy, family sessions, couples work and group work. The ages ranged five to seventy eight years old. For the last three years I have been engaging in telehealth therapy servicing individuals, from adolescence to adulthood and couples.
Welcome! I’m Becky, and I’m here to partner with you in achieving your mental health goals. My practice is grounded in honesty, empathy, and evidence-based care. Navigating mental healthcare should feel clear and supportive, not overwhelming. I prioritize a personalized approach where your voice is heard, your experiences are respected, and you have full ownership over your journey to well-being.
As a graduate of New York University with over 25 years of therapeutic support of children, adolescents and young adults in the foster care, psychiatric, educational and substance abuse settings, I provide a compassionate and accepting approach to our time together. As a married mother of adult children, as well as one with Christian values, I am attuned to those who are challenged with life's transitions and struggles who could use support during those changing seasons of life.
I hold a Doctorate in Psychology, and have worked in mental health since 1999. My work has been with adults, children and adolescents. I have met and effectively worked with patients in settings of all sort, including campus and community settings, day treatment, inpatient, outpatient, chemical dependency, residential programs and even pet-therapy.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in medication management and psychiatric evaluations. As an ER nurse for 15 years in the Psychiatric emergency department and spending the first half of my Nurse practitioner career on an inpatient psychiatric unit before going to outpatient, I have been there with people and helped them through their roughest days. Through medication managed crisis intervention work in these areas, I have learned to support your journey through medication stabilization, a lot of humor about the triggers and stressors life gives us and foundational guidance.
Welcome—I’m glad you’re here!
My name is Chaim, and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York and a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas. I provide trauma-informed therapy for adults and couples navigating anxiety, depression, complex trauma (C-PTSD), low self-esteem, confidence concerns, and relationship challenges.
My approach combines evidence-based care with warmth, curiosity, and compassion.
As a client, you might consider exploring the experiences and patterns that contribute to your struggles while building practical tools to support emotional regulation, healthier relationships, and meaningful change.
I bring a multicultural perspective to my work and strive to offer an affirming, respectful space for people of diverse cultures, identities, and life experiences. Therapy is tailored to your individual needs, values, strengths, and goals—whether you are seeking support independently or as a couple.
You may be healing from painful experiences, feeling stuck in unhelpful patterns, navigating relationship conflict, or hoping to reconnect with your confidence and sense of self. You do not have to face it alone.
My goal is to help you move beyond survival and coping toward greater resilience, self-understanding, and a life that feels more authentic, connected, and fulfilling.
Great to meet you!
Welcome! Taking the first step toward therapy can feel overwhelming, and I'm glad you're here. I'm a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with a PhD in Consciousness Studies from the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS). I work with adolescents, young adults, adults, and families, helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, and major life transitions. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change.
Hi, I'm Dionne, a psychiatric nurse practitioner specializing in anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, anger management, and cultural and ethnic issues. I work primarily with adults and seniors, and I believe that the foundation of good care starts with truly being heard. From our very first appointment, my goal is to make sure you feel comfortable, respected, and understood - no matter what you're walking in with.
If you have been carrying anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, or the weight of a life in
transition, you do not have to keep doing it alone. I'm Jennifer, a licensed clinical social
worker with a background in mental health, crisis, and substance use settings. I am trauma-
informed and trained in Progressive Counting, a focused evidence-based approach for
working through difficult experiences. My goal is to offer a genuinely supportive,
nonjudgmental space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to move forward.
If that sounds like what you are looking for, I would love to connect.
About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use located within 20 miles of Buffalo, NY



- 100%Substance use / addiction
- 100%Anxiety
- 100%Depression
- 96%Relationship issues
- 87%Stress management

- 96%Aetna
- 91%Cigna
- 87%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 52%United Healthcare
- 48%Oxford

- 100%English

- 100%In-person or online

- 65%Woman
- 35%Man

- 65%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 4%Nurse Practitioner

- 100%Individual therapy
- 43%Family therapy
- 35%Couples therapy
- 17%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions


Find the right addiction counselor for you
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 Buffalo
Searching for addiction therapists in Buffalo starts with finding someone whose experience matches the kind of support you want. Addiction care can include support for alcohol use, drug use, behavioral concerns, relapse prevention, and co-occurring concerns like anxiety, depression, or trauma. As you compare therapists, look for listed experience with approaches such as motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy for substance use, harm reduction, or coordination with medication-based care when a prescriber is part of your care team.
Buffalo offers both local in-person therapists and virtual options across New York, which can help you find a better fit for your schedule, preferences, and goals. Recovery can involve changes over time, so it helps to choose a therapist who describes a clear, non-judgmental approach and experience with addiction care. Review therapist bios for details on specialty focus, session structure, availability, and whether a free phone consultation is offered before you book.
Therapy in Buffalo can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before your first appointment. Headway makes it easier to compare therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, view estimated costs after your benefits are verified, 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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