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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.

Bethsaida Rivera

Bethsaida Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Toni-Ann McErlean

Toni-Ann McErlean

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a very client-centered integrative approach due to everyone's development being influenced differently by individual characteristics and their environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Renee Denobrega

Renee Denobrega

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Manheim, PA


“In addition to medication management and talk therapy we also offer group therapy for individuals who have been diagnosed with PTSD.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kytisha Sims

Kytisha Sims

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My clinical background has allowed me to work with individuals across the lifespan and across a wide range of mental health conditions, providing a strong foundation in comprehensive assessment, therapeutic communication, and evidence-based care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Oluyemi Olaore

Oluyemi Olaore

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I provide a safe environment and a holistic and non-judgmental approach to helping my clients achieve resilience with a formidable care plan resulting in better behavioral excellence through therapeutic alliance (BETA).”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Lenaray Emeigh

Lenaray Emeigh

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am a compassionate and fully licensed Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania, specializing in individual and family therapy, crisis intervention, and trauma-informed care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Prakash Higgins

Prakash Higgins

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that real, lasting change happens through the depth and quality of the therapeutic relationship, not just symptom management.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Emma Twomey

Emma Twomey

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I use collaborative, client-centered approaches to help you identify what feels most meaningful and supportive in your healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Francisco Davila

Francisco Davila

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Drawing on evidence-based practices like Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques, I aim to help you develop practical tools to manage challenges and create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Heather Phelps

Heather Phelps

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am so happy you are taking the next step for your mental health and wellness! My name is Heather Phelps, owner of HLP Wellness Solutions, Licensed Professional Counselor, and CAADC ( Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor). I am a seasoned clinician having worked in all aspects of intensity in behavioral health; detox, residential, partial hospital, intensive outpatient, and general outpatient. I have experience working with substance use disorders, behavioral addictions, anxiety, codependency, depression, trauma, first responders, personality disorders, and mood disorders. I offer a client centered approach to care, valuing honesty, compassion, and accountability.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

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Darcie Rudolf

Darcie Rudolf

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi there, I'm Darcie! I'm a licensed professional counselor at New Beginnings Virtual Counseling LLC specializing in trauma and PTSD management. I've provided care for over 11 years supporting, teens and adults through grief, substance use, Autism, anxiety, trauma, depression, anger and stress management, and depression.

Through personal grief, I understand that loss is not something you just get over. It changes you. Healing begins with support, time, and space to actively grieve and nurture your wellbeing.

I understand how complicated life can become where one day we stop, look around, and think what happened, how did I get here. Together we can untangle those knots.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Tammy Jamison

Tammy Jamison

Therapist

Virtual • Blue Bell, PA


“I use a mix of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to help you better understand yourself, build healthy coping skills, work through challenges, and make positive changes at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Jessica Vlossak

Jessica Vlossak

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I help my clients feel empowered, safe, and enlightened as they learn more about themselves and how they can help themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Alicia Kistler

Alicia Kistler

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“She prioritizes open communication and shared decision-making, ensuring patients feel empowered and actively involved in their treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Uzoma Ebisike

Uzoma Ebisike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work hard to establish a friendly, inviting space where you may be vulnerable and open yourself without feeling insecure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Akunna Ikocha

Akunna Ikocha

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I specialize in Anxiety, ADHD, Depression, PTSD, Panic disorder and mood disorders. I also offer ADHD testing for children and adults online and in-person. I offer both medication management and therapy.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Uchenna Ekeabu

Uchenna Ekeabu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“Through compassion-focused care, I help individuals reduce self-criticism, strengthen emotional resilience, and develop a healthier relationship with themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Kirsten Stralkowski

Kirsten Stralkowski

Therapist

Virtual • Skippack, PA


“My approach to counseling is collaborative. I meet my clients where they are at in their process and tailor my strategies accordingly.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Campbell

Samantha Campbell

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My professional approach centers on helping clients address depression, anxiety, stress, addiction challenges, and self-esteem concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Stress management
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kristen Fahey

Kristen Fahey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, direct, and solution-focused. I combine thorough psychiatric evaluation and medication management with supportive and therapeutic conversations...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Steve Cohn

Steve Cohn

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“When people keep trying the same approaches, they generally get the same results. This is a big part of why I often utilize less conventional approaches...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Earl Driscoll

Earl Driscoll

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work extensively with individuals struggling with addictions, mood disorders, trauma, LGBT issues, and chronic medical conditions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kenisha Sullivan

Kenisha Sullivan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy is more than conversation; it's a journey toward confidence, clarity, and self-awareness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erimar Hernandez

Erimar Hernandez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that healing begins in a space where you feel truly heard and understood — which is why creating a safe, non-judgmental environment is at the heart of everything I do.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Ashley Poole

Dr. Ashley Poole

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Edward Chan

Edward Chan

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy works best when it feels like a genuine partnership, where you feel safe to explore your thoughts, emotions, and challenges at your own pace.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Beena Joseph

Beena Joseph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My background spans critical care environments, which means I've learned to stay calm and focused even in the most complex and high-stakes situations — and I bring that same steady, grounded presence to every session.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Keith Ripley

Keith Ripley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


Hi, I'm Keith. For more than 30 years, I've been walking alongside people as they work through life's hardest moments and build something better on the other side.

My work centers on two areas where I've seen the deepest need: addiction and recovery, and the anxiety, depression, and trauma that so often travel alongside it. If you're struggling with substance use, or a co-occurring mental health condition is tangled up with it, I can help you make sense of what's happening and find a path through it that actually fits your life. I use Motivational Interviewing to help you find and strengthen your own reasons for change, rather than telling you what to do, and I bring a trauma-informed lens to every conversation, so we move at a pace that feels safe rather than overwhelming.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Christopher Clark

Christopher Clark

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Our approach is Integrative and holistic. We don't just prescribe medication. We prescribe medication in the context of treating the whole self.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Emily Bonawitz

Emily Bonawitz

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to offer you a sanctuary—a place where your story is met with radical empathy instead of critique.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Dr. Muhammad Iqbal

Dr. Muhammad Iqbal

Psychiatrist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I am a board-certified psychiatrist committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based, and person‐centered care to individuals experiencing a wide range of mental health challenges. My training includes a general psychiatry residency in New Jersey and an advanced Addiction Psychiatry/NIDA‐T32 Research Fellowship at Columbia University in New York City, where I received specialized experience in the treatment of substance use disorders, comorbidity, and academic research.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Stuart Lynd

Stuart Lynd

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My therapeutic framework is person-centered, which allows for collaboration with everyone and adapts to your individualized needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Ashley-Lauren Smith

Ashley-Lauren Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to therapy is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I focus on more than just the singular problem that you come to me with as there could be other influencing factors that are contributing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 17 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hyungbum Kang

Hyungbum Kang

Therapist

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“My therapeutic style is active, structured, and goal-oriented while maintaining a supportive and compassionate environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marguerita Torres

Marguerita Torres

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Sessions are calm, collaborative, and focused on helping you feel more balanced, clearer, and better able to manage daily life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Anisa Ortiz

Anisa Ortiz

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Philadelphia, PA


“I believe in addressing both the physical and emotional aspects of health, as they are deeply interconnected.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Brandy Swoyer

Brandy Swoyer

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am here to help you determine ways that you can build upon your strengths and move beyond situations of trauma by focusing on healing...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Erica Diggs

Erica Diggs

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe therapy works best when there is trust, respect, and collaboration between the therapist and client.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dave Gordon

Dave Gordon

Therapist

Virtual • Harrisburg, PA


I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a background in clinical psychology and theology, holding an M.S. in Clinical Psychology and a Master of Divinity. I work with adults and older adolescents facing anxiety, depression, life transitions, relationship concerns, and questions of meaning, identity, and purpose. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, drawing from evidence-based therapies while tailoring treatment to each person’s individual needs and goals. For clients who desire it, I can also integrate a faith-sensitive perspective into counseling.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Creative, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jordyn Block

Jordyn Block

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I've had the privilege of working with adults from many different backgrounds and stages of life. My experience includes supporting individuals and couples navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, grief, ADHD, personality disorders, relationship concerns, life transitions, LGBTQIA+ concerns, and those requiring crisis intervention or suicide prevention services. Much of my clinical work has been in higher-acuity settings, giving me experience helping people through some of the most difficult moments of their lives. Those experiences have reinforced my belief that people are far more than a diagnosis or the most difficult chapter of their lives. Every person has a unique story, strengths, and experiences, and I believe therapy should reflect that. My goal is to create a space where you feel seen, respected, and understood without judgment. Clients often describe me as genuine, approachable, and direct. I believe in having honest conversations while also offering compassion, support, and practical guidance. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking to better understand yourself, my goal is to help you build insight, strengthen your resilience, and create meaningful, lasting change.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

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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