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

Jessica Byan

Jessica Byan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a second-career therapist, I bring both professional training and personal life experience to my work, allowing me to meet clients with compassion, understanding, and genuine care.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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

Dr. Jackie Davis-Wright

Dr. Jackie Davis-Wright

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I approach therapy with compassion, authenticity, cultural humility, and (when appropriate) a sense of humor.”

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

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nickeshia Evans

Nickeshia Evans

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who believes that quality mental health care begins with compassion, respect, and truly listening to each person's experience.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Dr. Coby Basal

Dr. Coby Basal

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person

275 North Street, Harrison, NY

“I aim to build a steady, respectful partnership where we work together toward lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.”

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

Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

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

Elizabeth Mckenna

Elizabeth Mckenna

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Thirty years ago I walked into a psychiatric unit as a nurse — long before I became a therapist — and learned something no textbook teaches: people carry the weight of addiction, trauma, and grief alongside jobs, families, and survival. That weight doesn't announce itself politely. Today, I bring that clinical depth to therapy with adults and older adults who are ready to stop white-knuckling through and actually get somewhere. Whether you're managing a decades-long wound, fighting to stay sober, or facing a depression that just won't lift, I have likely sat with someone who felt exactly where you are.

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD,

Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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

Dr. Sandra Schein

Dr. Sandra Schein

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


I have been working as a licensed psychologist for more than 30 years, providing individual and group psychotherapy to older adolescents and adults within diverse settings, including inpatient and intensive outpatient eating disorder treatment facilities, skilled nursing facilities, college counseling centers, community mental health clinics, and private practice.

Having served as Director of College and Career Services for Oxford College of Emory University, and Dean of Students for New York Film Academy, I have particular passion and expertise for working with college-age adults--helping them navigate the overwhelming life-stage challenges of forging identity, living independently, deciding career and major, cultivating relationships, managing academic demands—while, encouraging them to honor their unique physical and mental health needs.

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

Creative, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Patricia Rykert

Patricia Rykert

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My focus is that with every session, the patient learns to use a skill set to help them address the issues until the following session.”

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

Holistic, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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

Matthew Kraus

Matthew Kraus

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

127 South Broadway, Nyack, NY

“I practice therapy as a engaged part of the conversation and you are not likely to hear me say "so, how did that make you feel?"”

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

Humorous, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Accepts Aetna insurance

Dr. Michelle Ilyayev

Dr. Michelle Ilyayev

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

175 East Shore Road, Great Neck, NY

“The practice takes a holistic approach to care, offering positive psychology treatments individualized to each patient's needs.”

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

Energetic, Holistic, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Kenneth Dowling

Dr. Kenneth Dowling

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I use an integrative, client-centered approach, weaving together cognitive-behavioral (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic, compassion-focused, and relational interventions.”

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

Challenging, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Sara Kaluszewski

Sara Kaluszewski

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My therapy style is empathetic, interactive, and conversational, and with genuine care, compassion, and patience I will provide a safe space for you to feel comfortable and supported while learning healthy coping strategies tailored to your unique...”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Davina Porter

Davina Porter

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I earned my MSW from Hunter College with a focus on children and families. My work in shelters, foster care, schools, and psychiatric care shaped my passion for helping others heal. Since 2017, I’ve provided trauma-informed therapy to those navigating mood disorders, substance use, domestic violence, and sexual abuse with care and respect.

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Heidi Fox

Heidi Fox

Therapist

Virtual • Hawley, NY


“I've spent 28 years in some of the hardest corners of mental health - two decades in the corrections system and several years doing crisis response in emergency rooms and on the street with New Jersey's mobile crisis teams.”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented

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

Wendy Reiss

Wendy Reiss

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“She will be your ally in your quest for well-being and balance. Wendy believes utilizing a holistic approach to wellness including emotional and physical health.”

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

Direct, Humorous, Warm

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

Shauntee' Byron

Shauntee' Byron

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Clients tell me my space feels warm, nonjudgmental, and honest, one where you don't have to have it all figured out before you walk in.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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

Kissy Avila

Kissy Avila

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, curious, and insight-oriented. I integrate CBT, psychodynamic, and attachment-based therapy...”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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

Brendan McCaleb

Brendan McCaleb

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My specialty in working in the field of mental health and psychotherapy includes working with individuals with addiction and severe mental illness.”

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

Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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

Randolph Malsky

Randolph Malsky

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person

407 East Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY

“I believe mental health care should empower people to reconnect with themselves and reclaim the life they want to live.”

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

Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Karen Ennis

Karen Ennis

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I’m a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner dedicated to helping individuals feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their mental health journey. I provide compassionate, individualized care for adolescents and adults experiencing concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, and other mental health challenges.

My approach combines comprehensive psychiatric evaluation, medication management, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions. I believe treatment should be collaborative—not simply about prescribing medication. I take time to understand your symptoms, experiences, concerns, and goals so that we can develop a treatment plan that makes sense for you.

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

Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dr. Renee Goodwin

Dr. Renee Goodwin

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“In therapy, people often become more aware of where empathy, respect, or understanding are missing in their lives—including in how they relate to themselves—and how that affects their choices and relationships.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Dr. Nicole Gerace

Dr. Nicole Gerace

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

56 Shepard Street, Walton, NY

“I provide a supportive, down-to-earth environment where clients can feel heard, understood, and comfortable being themselves.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Patricia Donovan

Patricia Donovan

Therapist

Virtual • Long Beach, NY


With 35 years of experience in social work and behavioral health, I provide compassionate, practical, and individualized support to children, adolescents, adults, families, and seniors. My approach is inquisitive, solution-oriented, and participatory, meaning I take the time to understand each person’s unique experiences while actively working together to identify meaningful goals and effective solutions.

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

Inquisitive, Participatory, Solution-oriented

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

Amber Ortiz

Amber Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a trained EMDR therapist, I guide clients in processing painful experiences, reducing distress, and building resilience.”

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

Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Mucanie Joseph

Mucanie Joseph

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe in meeting clients where they are. In other words, providing individualized care and helping you create a wellness plan that is beneficial to you.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Tiana Andrews

Tiana Andrews

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I want therapy to feel warm, genuine, and human — a place where you can be yourself, say what you really mean, and begin to understand what feels true to you and the life you want to build.”

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

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Carelon Behavioral Health

Denise Bundick

Denise Bundick

Therapist

Virtual • Raleigh, NY


“I see my role as joining you on your journey and serving as a guide to help you get to whatever wellness destination you are decide.”

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

Direct, Empowering, Holistic

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

Sana DiPace

Sana DiPace

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have worked with people struggling with homelessness, trauma, substance use, refugees and unexpected physical health diagnosis which can impact one's mental health.”

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

Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded

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

Erin Samples

Erin Samples

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is warm, direct, and collaborative - I'm not here to lecture you; I'm here to work alongside you.”

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

Holistic, Inquisitive, Participatory

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

Drew Goldbaum-Ratkevich

Drew Goldbaum-Ratkevich

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“Her approach centers on creating a safe, affirming space for clients to explore challenges, gain insight, and achieve meaningful, lasting change.”

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

Holistic, Open-minded, Warm

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

Jenna Gallitto

Jenna Gallitto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

8265 Sheridan Drive, Buffalo, NY

“With 14 years of experience in mental health, substance use, and trauma recovery, I take a strength-based, personalized approach to therapy.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, Anxiety, Family Issues, Grief or loss,

Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Isabelle Adams

Isabelle Adams

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I bring that spirit of genuine openness into every session. My hope is that the time we spend together feels like a true sanctuary — a place where you are fully seen, heard, and held...”

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

Direct, Empowering, Warm

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

Joan Killeen

Joan Killeen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albany, NY


“Joan is a compassionate, empathetic individual who has a strong desire to empower and motivate patients to achieve the highest level of wellness.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Laura Brennan

Laura Brennan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

5110 Velasko Road, Syracuse, NY

“My therapeutic approach is to provide support and practical feedback to help clients effectively address personal life challenges.”

Substance Abuse / Addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family Issues,

Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Accepts Aetna, United Healthcare, Cigna,

Mikhail Glaz

Mikhail Glaz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person

303 5th Avenue, New York, NY

Reaching out is hard, especially if you've already tried therapy before and it didn't quite get you where you needed to go. I want you to know that doesn't mean something's wrong with you, it usually just means the approach wasn't the right fit. I've spent over a decade working with people carrying trauma and addiction, adults and teens both, and what I care about most is helping you feel truly understood, maybe for the first time, before we even get to the work of healing.

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Paul Ruchames

Paul Ruchames

Therapist

Virtual • Garden City, NY


“My approach combines methods from addiction counseling, cognitive behavioral therapy and gestalt therapy...”

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

Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Kathleen Meyer

Kathleen Meyer

Therapist

Virtual • New York


It takes a tremendous amount of courage to reach out to a therapist for help with life's difficult challenges, and to find hope in the midst of struggle. It is my joy as a therapist, and as a human being, to help individuals find that hope within themselves. I have many years of experience helping individuals of all ages with anxiety, depression, relationship and communication issues, anger management, PTSD, childhood trauma, ADHD, substance use and grief and loss. I especially enjoy working with young people trying to navigate these challenges. I also work with couples and older adults. Grief and loss is an area of expertise.

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Accepts Aetna, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York,

Victoria Becker

Victoria Becker

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of therapy experience built on a background across multiple careers that brings a grounded, real-world perspective to life's twists and turns.”

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

Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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

Julie Erdman

Julie Erdman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is collaborative and practical. We start by exploring where you are and what has or has not worked before, rather than jumping straight to a plan.”

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

Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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

Claire Olsen

Claire Olsen

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I am a clinician with several years of experience in addiction, depression, grief, bereavement, ACOA issues. My approach to treatment is direct but gentle encouragement to help a client deal with their feelings and make changes that are beneficial for them. My dynamic is serious but also humorous. I truly believe that in some cases laughter is the best medicine. I accept clients ages 25+.

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

Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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


Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jamil Lawrence

Jamil Lawrence

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a wide array of therapeutic approaches that fits the need of every client. I specialize in Addictions, safety planning, problem solving, coaching, stress management, and behavior modification.”

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

Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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

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