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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Allentown, PA

If you're working toward sobriety or managing cravings in Allentown, Headway offers flexible therapy and medication management through providers experienced in 12-step facilitation, SMART Recovery, and acceptance-based approaches. Many clients save up to 75% on sessions through insurance coverage.

Egim Uche

Egim Uche

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe treatment works best when it feels like a partnership, so we will work together to build a plan based on what matters most to you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Dr. Christine Gift

Dr. Christine Gift

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I offer a supportive, non-judgmental space where individuals can explore their experiences, build self-awareness, and cultivate meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Energetic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Amanda Dorsinville

Amanda Dorsinville

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I strive to provide compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based care while creating a supportive environment where clients feel heard and empowered in their treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Danielle Roser

Danielle Roser

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Bell, PA


“I specialize in trauma-informed care and PTSD, providing a compassionate and supportive environment to heal from past wounds.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Christina Burnett

Christina Burnett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My clinical orientation is client-centered focusing on cognitive-behavioral, motivational interviewing, empowerment, and solution-focused approaches.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Cynthia Mullen

Cynthia Mullen

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I base all of my clients' treatment on their particular needs and direct my therapy approach based on that!”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 18 insurance carriers
Melissa Donovan

Melissa Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Working with me is collaborative, supportive, and action-oriented. I won't just sit back and listen—I'll actively work with you to identify what's keeping you stuck and help you build practical, effective strategies to move forward.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Michelle Kwiec

Michelle Kwiec

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe you are the expert on your life - I want to get to know you and understand your goals for yourself.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Melanie Swencki

Melanie Swencki

Therapist

Virtual • Pittsburgh, PA


“I tailor my approach to the needs of each individual or couple. I have extensive experience in treating PTSD, addiction, grief/loss, relationship issues, chronic stress and stage of life issues just to name a few.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Talia Baldini

Talia Baldini

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I pride myself on offering an eclectic and tailored approach based on each clients individual needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
ShaQuilla Simmons

ShaQuilla Simmons

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Easton, PA


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and individualized. I focus on thorough assessment, evidence-based treatment, safe prescribing, and creating a respectful, nonjudgmental space where patients feel heard and supported.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Thomas Koste

Thomas Koste

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe in creating a supportive, respectful, and judgment-free space where patients feel comfortable discussing their concerns and working toward meaningful improvement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Damali Austin

Damali Austin

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that many times in life we hit certain roadblocks and do not know where to turn and may feel stuck.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Men's issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Laura Fidorowicz

Laura Fidorowicz

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is direct but warm. I won't just sit back and nod—I'll help you understand patterns, challenge what's not working, and build practical skills to manage anxiety, mood, and emotional reactions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Gorzelsky

Sarah Gorzelsky

Therapist

Virtual • Millvale, PA


“Sometimes in life you just need a break and someone you can count on. Someone who is not going to pass judgment, make assumptions, try to fix it, or say anything unhelpful.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Carlee Marcinkowski

Carlee Marcinkowski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC) specializing in working with adults and adolescents with anxiety, depression, acute and chronic trauma, life stressors, self-esteem, and...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lisa Merritt

Dr. Lisa Merritt

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience providing compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care to children, adolescents, and adults. I work with individuals experiencing ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, PTSD, substance use disorders, and other mental health concerns. I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and supportive, skills-based psychotherapy, with treatment tailored to each patient's age, circumstances, symptoms, and goals.

My clinical background includes extensive work in outpatient psychiatry, behavioral health systems, detoxification and dual-diagnosis programs, and community-based mental health organizations. This experience has allowed me to work with individuals across the lifespan and with a wide range of needs, from patients seeking help with anxiety, depression, or ADHD to those managing trauma, substance use, or more complex mental health conditions. I hold a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with advanced training in psychiatric mental health. In addition to my direct clinical work, I have served as Chief Nurse Executive for a large behavioral health organization, where I oversaw integrated mental health, addiction treatment, and community-care programs. Working at both the patient and organizational levels has given me a broad perspective on mental health care and reinforced the importance of looking beyond a diagnosis to understand the medical, psychological, social, and environmental factors that can affect a person's well-being.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Frontz

Elizabeth Frontz

Therapist

Virtual • Penfield, PA


“I am a very warm and empathetic person. I help individuals, children, adults, and couples who struggle with life issues, depression, and anxiety as well as with relaionship issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Energetic, Humorous
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Katie Ionescu

Katie Ionescu

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is integrative and individualized, drawing from CBT, DBT, strengths-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed practices...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Brillon

Dr. Elizabeth Brillon

Therapist

Virtual • Mechanicsburg, PA


“My approach to therapy is a collaborative partnership that is based on authenticity, safety, and affirming strength-based empowerment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Ellen Williams

Ellen Williams

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that you are the expert of your own life, and my role is to provide guidance, support, and a framework for your journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Chris McCown

Chris McCown

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Through an emotion-focused, person-centered, and strengths-based approach, I help individuals navigate anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges with deeper insight and practical tools.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, LGBTQIA+
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lysa Monique Jenkins-Hayden

Lysa Monique Jenkins-Hayden

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“We also specialize in helping you understand how ethnic, cultural, sexual, gender, and religious oppression influences your body, identity, relationships, lifestyle, and career choices.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Nick King

Nick King

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I focus mostly on behavior change. That might be a change from how you think about yourself, relationships, work, or something else. I can help you explore that. My role is to support you in believing that change is possible.

I also work in an open-ended environment. There is no contract or set number of sessions. Therapy should be flexible, and everyone's frequency is different. Most people notice growth within 10 sessions.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
James Eller

James Eller

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am confident that through our teamwork and collaboration that we can get you to where you want to be in your life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers
Dolkas Focham

Dolkas Focham

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I understand that challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic psychosis can be overwhelming. My goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel heard.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Robert Tyler

Robert Tyler

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“His holistic approach focuses on mind, body, and spirit, while providing a safe and supportive space for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jessica Chuako

Jessica Chuako

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style and approach to counseling is supportive and empathetic, providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment while building a positive therapeutic relationship where you feel heard, understood, and empowered.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michael Sugar

Michael Sugar

Therapist

Virtual • Lancaster, PA


“My therapeutic approach utilizes a Narrative perspective while blending Cognitive and Mindfulness models.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 22 insurance carriers
Charlene Myers

Charlene Myers

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I've spent 30 years working with people carrying some of the heaviest things life can hand you: trauma, grief, PTSD, and the particular weight that comes with military service, first responder work, or working in healthcare.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Eric Voyten

Eric Voyten

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi, I’m Eric, a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I work with adults, including older adults (65+) who are navigating challenges such as anxiety, depression, addiction, anger, grief, life transitions and ongoing stress.

Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure how to move forward during life transitions or later stages of life. I hold a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and have experience in outpatient and private practice settings. My approach is supportive, practical, and focused on helping clients regain clarity, strengthen coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 22 insurance carriers
Emily Thibault

Emily Thibault

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I specialize in work with clients with prenatal and postpartum depression, grief, life changes, mood disorders, and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Maria Migliaccio

Maria Migliaccio

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I enjoy assisting my clients with identifying maladaptive family systems and dynamics and breaking the cycle in order to live a happier, more fulfilling life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Challenging, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Charity Everett

Charity Everett

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is warm, genuine and collaborative. I believe therapy should be a space where you can be completely honest without feeling judged, while also being challenged when necessary.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jason Kowalski

Jason Kowalski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I utilize a variety of styles and modalities when working with clients... We all being different experiences to the sessions, its important to fit therapy to these differences.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Shannon O'Sullivan

Shannon O'Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe meaningful change happens through authentic connection, deep understanding, and honoring each person's unique journey.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Glenn Covert

Glenn Covert

Therapist

Virtual • Harrisburg, PA


“With over 24 years of counseling experience, I help individuals and couples move beyond just talking about problems to actually finding solutions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Keith Blackwell

Dr. Keith Blackwell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My work is grounded in compassion, respect, and a genuine belief in each person's capacity for growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Diamond Arthur

Diamond Arthur

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“For more than a decade, I've walked alongside New Jersey and greater Philadelphia residents through some of life's most challenging chapters: addiction, trauma, family conflict, life changes, and relationship stress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Egg-Krings

Elizabeth Egg-Krings

Therapist

Virtual • Media, PA


I’m a mental health therapist focused on supporting individuals through life transitions including college-aged clients, middle-aged women and other adults navigating change. I understand that life is full of stages which bring excitement and growth alongside grief, pressure, and uncertainty. I aim to create a space where clients feel supported, understood, and comfortable being themselves. My goal is to help clients navigate challenges with greater confidence, clarity, and self-awareness.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Allentown, PA

Number of therapists serving Allentown, PA
There are over 882 therapists in Allentown, PA accepting new patients.
882+
Average years in practice
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9 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 100%Substance use / addiction
  • 99%Anxiety
  • 96%Depression
  • 91%Stress management
  • 82%Trauma
Insurances accepted
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  • 99%Aetna
  • 95%Cigna
  • 91%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 84%Capital Blue Cross Pennsylvania
  • 73%Independence Blue Cross Pennsylvania - Virtual National Network
Languages spoken
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  • 99%English
  • 5%Spanish
  • 1%Yoruba
  • 1%French
  • 1%Haitian Creole
How they see their clients
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  • 90%Online only
  • 10%In-person or online
Provider gender
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  • 73%Woman
  • 27%Man
  • 1%Non-binary
License types
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  • 50%Licensed Professional Counselor
  • 30%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 14%Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner
  • 3%Licensed Psychologist
  • 2%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 99%Individual therapy
  • 36%Family therapy
  • 27%Couples therapy
  • 12%Child or adolescent therapy

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