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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in New York

Dr. Jose Gonzalez-Soto

Dr. Jose Gonzalez-Soto

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Tampa, NY


“Healing is about reclaiming and reintegrating the parts of ourselves that have been silenced, fragmented, or exiled by trauma, stigma, or life's disruptions.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Michelle Bonilla

Michelle Bonilla

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“In our sessions you can expect to have a safe place to talk about hard things. I believe therapy should be a place where you feel heard and validated.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Stephanie Ordonez

Stephanie Ordonez

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a compassionate, genuine, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves while working collaboratively toward their goals.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Tallat Shahzadi

Tallat Shahzadi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“A warm, trusting, non-judgmental, and respectful professional relationship that promotes healing, self-growth, and empowerment in clients to overcome their present life challenges.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Frankie Cancel

Frankie Cancel

Therapist

Virtual • Brooklyn, NY


“I use evidence-based approaches like CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and trauma-informed care to help clients build practical skills and lasting change.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Emma DiMarco

Emma DiMarco

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have always utilized a client-centered approach, as you are the only person who can determine your goals & desired accomplishments for the future.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sophie Elliott

Sophie Elliott

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“It was my background in journalism (my former career) that informed my approach to helping these clients get their stories out.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Empowering, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna

Kaitlyn Fusari

Kaitlyn Fusari

Therapist

Virtual • Frisco, NY


I believe therapy should be tailored to each client individually as it is not a “one size fits all" solution. Whether or not you have a “diagnosis”, therapy is incredibly important and is a space where you get to talk about your everyday stressors or your major traumas. It’s up to you. I am dual licensed in Texas and New York.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gil Weiss

Gil Weiss

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I also bring my own experience in long-term recovery to my work, which informs my understanding of addiction while recognizing that recovery looks different for everyone.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues

Affirming, Direct, Warm

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. L. Laura Ochoa

Dr. L. Laura Ochoa

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I completed a post-doctoral fellowship with Dr. Aaron T. Beck, one of the founders of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), at the University of Pennsylvania where I specialized in learning techniques to treat depression, anxiety, panic, substance...”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Amy Pichardo

Amy Pichardo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe therapy should be a space where you can slow down, feel heard, and begin to understand yourself with greater compassion and clarity.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Kate Dvorkin

Kate Dvorkin

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I am a very active therapist who also listens well. I hold myself accountable for showing up in the best way possible moment-to-moment.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Family Issues,

Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Althea Session-Lovett

Althea Session-Lovett

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I bring to counseling cultural sensitivity, empathy, genuine positive regard and the ability to relate to my clients.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Family Issues, Relationship Issues,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Adaysia Davis

Adaysia Davis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I personally know the positive impact of having someone there to support, uplift, and be a beacon of light during dark times.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Jennifer Scheck

Jennifer Scheck

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a compassionate, person-centered therapist who will help you explore your life and feel empowered.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cindy Wolff

Cindy Wolff

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“She specializes in treating co-occurring substance abuse and mental health disorders, such as anxiety, depression and grief.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Direct, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Christina Talleos

Christina Talleos

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My main objective for therapy is to build a rapport with the patient so we can open up the passage to growth and healing...”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Xiuying Li

Xiuying Li

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi, I’m Xiuying, an LCSW with over nine years of clinical experience. I earned my master’s degree from Columbia University.

As an immigrant who has lived in the U.S. for more than ten years, I also bring personal understanding of immigration, cultural adjustment, identity, belonging, and navigating life between different cultures.

My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, relationship conflicts, immigration and acculturation concerns, attachment issues, anger management, substance use disorders, bipolar disorder, and other mood disorders.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Jeremy Thulemeyer

Jeremy Thulemeyer

Therapist

Virtual • West Hollywood, NY


“As a therapist and practicing artist, I blend art therapy, mindfulness, and evidence-based approaches to help you express what words cannot.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder, Depression,

Affirming, Direct, Empowering

Accepts Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Providence Health Plan


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Whitney Delphos

Dr. Whitney Delphos

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

151 West 30th Street, New York, NY

“My approach to counseling is based on the idea that people need to be intrinsically motivated in order to achieve positive changes in their lives.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Energetic, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Alex Kavanaugh

Alex Kavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

41 Union Square West, New York, NY

I’m a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and drama therapist who works with women and young adults navigating anxiety, eating disorder recovery, substance use, and life transitions.

I have experience in inpatient rehab and use a harm reduction, nonjudgmental approach. My work combines talk therapy with creative techniques when helpful—though there’s no pressure to be “artistic.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating Disorders,

Affirming, Creative, Warm

Accepts Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joan Schifaudo

Joan Schifaudo

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


“My counseling style is warm and encouraging, and I really hope that our time spent in the counseling arena is a "safe space" for you to convey your feelings and goals.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sharon Miller

Sharon Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Toms River, NY


“I use a variety of different therapy approaches so we can use the best approach for you so you get what you need from therapy.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Holistic, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Oxford,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carol Masloski

Carol Masloski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I strive to create a welcoming, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard, explore your experiences, and work toward meaningful change.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health,

Ryan Gotkin

Ryan Gotkin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With a Master's degree in Contemplative Psychotherapy from Naropa University, I take a holistic approach in working with clients rooted in mindfulness and compassion.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nina Gilbert

Nina Gilbert

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am interactive, collaborative to bring new perspectives to entrenched thinking and practical approaches to persistent problems.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Depression, Eating Disorders, Family Issues,

Challenging, Empowering, Energetic

Accepts Aetna, Cigna


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Sarah Miller

Sarah Miller

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a Columbia University trained psychotherapist licensed and practicing in New Jersey and New York. I have worked in a variety of settings with clients in every age group from diverse cultural and religious backgrounds facing a wide variety of challenges. I've had the privilege of serving as a child advocate and crisis hotline operator for an emergency shelter serving survivors of domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and sexual assault. I have experience working in a hospital setting with children and families struggling to cope with chronic illness. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in the private practice setting for the past 6 years. I have a special sensitivity for adolescents and adults who have struggled with a dysfunctional family, codependency, abuse, neglect, self-harm, suicidal ideation, substance abuse/self-medicating, disordered eating, their spiritual/religious beliefs, their sexuality, loss, and grief.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Marissa Clement

Marissa Clement

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe some of the most meaningful work in therapy happens when you feel comfortable enough to be honest about the things that are hard to say out loud.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues,

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Rachel Anauo

Rachel Anauo

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I love working with people who affiliate with Christian faith, no matter how well they are doing with it.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss,

Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Pamela Trifaro

Pamela Trifaro

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

450 Waverly Avenue, Patchogue, NY

“By using a eclectic approach, I am able to help you understand yourself, which will allow you to choose your path to a healthier you.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Sass

Kelly Sass

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with experience treating severe mental illness, mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, depression and substance use disorders. I earned my Master’s degree from Stony Brook University.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Humorous, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charlene Cross

Charlene Cross

Therapist

Virtual • Windham, NY


“Building rapport is a major part of my treatment. I believe this helps to create a safe, trusted, non-judgmental space for open discussions when we otherwise may feel scared or vulnerable.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Sabrina Scheld

Sabrina Scheld

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and judgment-free. I believe that every person has the capacity for growth, healing, and resilience, even when life feels overwhelming.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rashel Shamtoob

Rashel Shamtoob

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental, & supportive environment where we can explore your past traumas and future goals together.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar Disorder,

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Brittany Cervino

Brittany Cervino

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and collaborative, with room for honest conversation and humor.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression,

Challenging, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Danielle Bell

Danielle Bell

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I take a solution focused approach to therapy. I want my clients to feel empowered to make changes in their lives as soon as possible.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Dr. Angela Resurreccion

Dr. Angela Resurreccion

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My focus and expertise lie in the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorder, ADHD, bipolar d/o, PTSD, OCD and substance use disorder.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety,

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York,

Susan Badu

Susan Badu

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work with clients using a collaborative, empathetic, and client-centered approach that prioritizes building a strong therapeutic alliance.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Family Issues,

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Raquel Orejuela

Raquel Orejuela

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hi there!

I am a licensed psychotherapist with diagnostic privilege, providing a holistic person first approach. I deeply care about humans and particularly serving the under served, and BI-POC communities. As an Afro-Indigenous Latina / West Indian woman, I understand the vitality of intersectionality and connection to culture in mental health settings. My specific area of expertise is Forensic Mental Health Counseling with an Advanced Certificate in Victimology Studies, and having directly worked alongside individuals who have experienced: domestic violence, sexual assault, child abuse, sex and labor trafficking, hate crimes, and other forms of interpersonal violence. I have worked with a wide range of populations from youth, young adults, adults, and seniors; I also provide couples and family therapy. The main population I served for the last 6 years has been marginalized individuals with SMI/SPMI [serious mental illness] in homeless services including street homeless outreach, shelter, and supportive housing. I specialize in supporting those with PTSD, depression, anxiety, substance use, and other dysregulated / self destructive behaviors. I also can provide Emotional Support Animal letter's if you are having issues with landlord/housing which is protected under the Fair Housing Act.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anger Management, Anxiety, Depression,

Creative, Humorous, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

Avril Dennis

Avril Dennis

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Avril Lindsay Dennis, LCSW-QS(FL), CGP®, LCSW-R (NY), has been a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker for over twenty years. After earning her graduate degree from Fordham University, she pursued postgraduate training, including a certificate in Interpersonal Trauma. This became a passionate area of specialty for her, which also includes understanding the needs of individuals with substance use disorders & providing mental health support for those in twelve-step programs.

Over her career, Avril has specialized in treating & supervising the care of children & adolescents with trauma & psychiatric illnesses within child welfare, juvenile justice, & mental health settings. Avril has worked with adults in crisis situations, as well as those with long term medical issues.

She has collaborated with two service dog organizations over the years, taught & presented on the topic & trained & worked with several of her own therapy dogs. She and her current therapy dog, Eli, continue to volunteer in various programs.

In 2016, after a successful career in New York City, she relocated to Central Florida to continue her public service work.

In her spare time, Avril enjoys spending time with her spouse & dogs, relaxing at home, camping, visiting the beach, sewing & crafting. She works to find gratitude for every moment life presents.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family Issues,

Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York, Cigna,

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