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Addiction therapists & psychiatrists in Pennsylvania

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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Pennsylvania

Headway connects you with 883 licensed providers across Pennsylvania who specialize in addiction recovery through evidence-based approaches like CBT, motivational interviewing, and support for substance use disorder. Sessions are available virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within the next two weeks.

Leah D'Agostino

Leah D'Agostino

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I value humor and playfulness in therapy, creating a relaxed atmosphere that facilitates a strong therapeutic alliance.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amanda Trimble

Amanda Trimble

Therapist

Virtual • Montgomery, PA


“My style is open-minded, empowering, and warm. Above all, I strive to create a therapeutic relationship where clients feel supported without judgment and empowered to take the next steps toward healing, recovery, and a healthier life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Scarlett Mera

Scarlett Mera

Therapist

Virtual • Nazareth, PA


“Fluent in both Spanish and English, she possesses over seventeen years of clinical experience across psychiatric social work, mental health crisis centers, and community outreach.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Tyrone Joseph

Tyrone Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a Black male therapist and dyslexic learner, I understand the impact of identity, difference, and resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Wyman

Emily Wyman

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My listening skills and patient demeanor allow me to build a rapport with clients in a natural and organic manner.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Infertility
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Marie Timothee

Marie Timothee

Therapist

Virtual • Newtown Square, PA


“With a master's degree in social work from NYU Silver School of Social Work and certification as an LCSW, I possess an impressive range of advanced social work methods for helping families, individuals, and groups.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Evelin King

Evelin King

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of experience supporting individuals and couples as they navigate life's challenges...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Sarabeth DiCostanzo

Sarabeth DiCostanzo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Perfection is an illusion. Grace is reality. I want women to feel beautiful, confident and comfortable in their own skin.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Christopher Giangarlo

Christopher Giangarlo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have been in the field for 9 years but I started this journey so I could learn about my own mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annemarie Cristino

Annemarie Cristino

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


In therapy, it's important for you to know that I'm here to offer a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings freely. My approach is collaborative and compassionate—I’ll work with you to understand your experiences and help you move toward meaningful change. I value honesty, curiosity, and respect, and I’ll always meet you where you are emotionally and mentally. You don’t need to have everything figured out before we begin; we’ll navigate this process together at your pace.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Angela Marshall

Angela Marshall

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My counseling style is person centered, meeting people where they are to help them attain their goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chaim Henderson

Chaim Henderson

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My goal is to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental environment where we can work together to build on your strengths, develop healthy coping skills, and create meaningful, lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Noah Potvin

Dr. Noah Potvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pittsburgh, PA


“My job is not to give you something that you already have; rather, it is to help you look inward to discover and activate all your potential for growth and transformation.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Michael Cadaret

Dr. Michael Cadaret

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I am collaborative in my approach, working with clients to make goals and work towards their desired outcomes for therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dawneisha Spratley

Dawneisha Spratley

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I have supported many people with healing from past traumas, repaired broken relationships in and outside of their families, and identified crisis plans for patients who were at risk of harm.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dammy Sanou-Adekanmbi

Dammy Sanou-Adekanmbi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that healing happens when people feel heard, supported, and empowered—so I work closely with you to understand your story, align treatment with your goals, and build a plan that promotes long‐term stability and wellness.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Elizabeth Ciaravino

Dr. Elizabeth Ciaravino

Psychologist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My patients will typically feel more able to be mindful of their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Stephanie Gibbs

Stephanie Gibbs

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“With 20+ years in mental health and over seven as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I offer experience, insight, and a solution-focused approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Corinne Valentine

Corinne Valentine

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


I strongly believe that everyone deserves to feel validated and to have their story truly heard. I understand—both personally and professionally—how essential it is to have a safe space where you are taken seriously in order to create meaningful movement and change in your life. I have over 20 years of experience in the mental health field, working with individuals and families in both therapeutic and life coaching settings. Throughout my career, I’ve supported clients of diverse ages, backgrounds, and diagnoses, and I bring that depth of experience into every session.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Angel Vaccaro

Angel Vaccaro

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My therapy style is warm and accepting. I believe in treating individuals with respect, compassion, and empathy.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dishonda Hopkins

Dishonda Hopkins

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


With over a decade of experience, I offer tailored therapy for diverse challenges: Disruptive Behavior, Parental Stress, LGBTQIA Support, Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, Relationships, Grief, Life Transitions, BIPOC Concerns, and Personal Growth. I use a holistic approach integrating Trauma-Informed Care, CBT, and Behavior Therapy. Let's work towards healing and growth together!

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Michele Gudknecht

Michele Gudknecht

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I view therapy as a partnership. We work together to set goals, explore challenges, and celebrate progress.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Jenny Sismondo

Jenny Sismondo

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward, you do not

have to figure it out alone. I'm an LCSW who helps adults work through anxiety,

depression, trauma, and the hard seasons of life, in a warm and collaborative way that

builds on the strengths you already have. My goal is to help you understand what you

are feeling, learn tools to cope, and take real steps toward the goals that matter to

you. If that sounds like the support you are looking for, I would be glad to hear from

you.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Joseph Madonia

Joseph Madonia

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


NYU Graduate and Post- Graduate Clinical Professor

Director of the Post- MAster's Program in Addictions- NYU

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Joshua Norton

Joshua Norton

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I take a trauma-informed, collaborative approach that treats the nervous system as central to healing, not incidental to it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Keli Schroeffel Ballard

Keli Schroeffel Ballard

Therapist

Virtual • Mt. Lebanon, PA


“I believe that we need to team up and be a community of learners to remove barriers to living your best life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Identity issues
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Olivia Anusionwu

Olivia Anusionwu

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach to psychotherapy is holistic and integrative, focusing on the unique needs and goals of each client.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Erica Saliu

Erica Saliu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • West Conshohocken, PA


“Goals are to provide education, medication management, therapy and referrals as needed to qualified specialists.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Caitlin Farkas Baez

Caitlin Farkas Baez

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I specialize in supporting adults and justice-involved populations using a collaborative, strengths-based approach that prioritizes safety, growth, and real-life coping skills.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Kristen Hamill

Kristen Hamill

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I know how difficult it can be to get started in therapy so I never take lightly someone initiating that process...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
LeRoy Stanford

LeRoy Stanford

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I also believe in self actualization for the individual and understanding and believing in the potential to grow and find an improved quality of life for every person I encounter.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Akaycia Curry

Akaycia Curry

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I like to use humor, challenging questions, and a direct approach because I think in counseling we should get to the point, and we should have fun doing it.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Nicole Holland

Nicole Holland

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I work with clients to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where individuals feel safe to be themselves and explore meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Anne McGibbon

Anne McGibbon

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“My approach is collaborative and client-centered. I believe we all have the ability to heal, grow, and build resilience.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Creative, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Timothy Buzby

Timothy Buzby

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“Working in high-acuity settings has strengthened my ability to remain steady, focused, and compassionate during times of intense stress.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dorothy Arnold

Dorothy Arnold

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I bring a collaborative approach to our work, helping you navigate challenges, build on your strengths, and move toward meaningful, lasting change!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Tiffany Barnhard

Tiffany Barnhard

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe that taking a holistic approach in therapy is beneficial in establishing a well-balanced life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
Patricia Fox

Patricia Fox

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • East Stroudsburg, PA


“I enjoy getting to know my client's and working with them to get their life to where they identify they want to be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Christopher Kempski

Christopher Kempski

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“As a doctoral trained therapist in alternative therapies, I incorporate the philosophy of the mind and body perspective in my practice.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ayesha Crawford

Ayesha Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • Pennsylvania


“I believe healing happens through genuine connection, self-awareness, and empowerment, guiding clients to reconnect with themselves, build resilience, and navigate life challenges with confidence and clarity.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

About our therapists who can help with addiction and substance use in Pennsylvania

Number of therapists serving Pennsylvania
There are over 882 therapists in Pennsylvania 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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