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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Bridgeport, CT
Headway connects you with 526 licensed providers across Connecticut who specialize in addiction recovery using evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and motivational interviewing. Access virtual or in-person sessions with flexible scheduling, and work with your insurance to keep costs manageable while focusing on your recovery journey.
“I founded and owned a facility for women in recovery from drugs and alcohol so I know how to help patients suffering from substance abuse disorder as well as their families who are impacted by addiction.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My therapy approach is solution focused. I need to know what the problems are yet we don't stay focused on the problems.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Emil Pauling has 16 years of experience treating adolescents, young adults, adults, and families with varied challenges. Emil takes a holistic, strength-based approach to empower clients to meet their goals. Emil also has 34 years of combined experience in teaching, crisis intervention, and facilitating therapeutic and music programs. Life has its challenges. Finding joy in exploring your interests like music and humor can create a nice balance.
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
My name is Kari, a clinician with over 20 years of experience working with individuals who are ready for change, want to discover themselves, overcome barriers and achieve stability and resilience. I believe you are the expert of your life and I am here to help guide you along your journey to self-awareness, provide practical tools to assist with obtaining and maintaining your mental health goals and celebrating your successes along the way.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My top priority is to understand your needs, what you are looking for, collaborate when needed to clear a path for where you want to go, and to make sure that a space is created for you to feel heard, secure, understood and prepared to taking a step...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I have dedicated my career to empowering patients to achieve their optimal mental health and overall wellness through evidence‐based, compassionate care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach to engagement is collaborative and partnering. You are the driver, I am the passenger, supporting with navigation...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I approach therapy with an open, compassionate, and genuine attitude. Each session is tailored to what you want to get out of therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that every person possesses an innate strength to overcome obstacles, and my goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel truly heard and understood.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My goal is to help my clients find joy, happiness and peace no matter what they are experiencing or have experienced in their lives.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
“I believe the relationship built between therapist and client is one of the most important tools in the healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My focus is to help people heal, build a tool box, find their voice, and become aware of their powerful inner strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
My name is Jackson and I am a transgender man working as a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Connecticut. I specialize in working with the LGBT+ community and those with complex trauma. Other topics relevant to my experience include crisis/suicidality, HIV, homelessness, substance use/addiction, harm reduction, and neurodivergence.
I also offer consultation sessions for mental health letters of support for gender affirming care (hormone therapy, surgery, hair removal, etc). I use WPATH standards of care to assess your situation and will provide a letter of support and/or help you to create a plan for further support if we identify any concerns. Keep in mind different doctors/insurances/states have differing laws regarding these letters and I may need to do research prior to writing your letter to ensure we do so correctly.
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to support deep, lasting change by working through underlying issues that shape current patterns and experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I've worked as a therapist for four years now helping adults navigate trauma, burn out and relationship issues.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to empower clients with the tools, support, and confidence to navigate challenges and achieve lasting mental well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm especially passionate about supporting people who grew up in chaotic or emotionally unpredictable homes...”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, supportive, and collaborative, creating a space where clients feel comfortable being themselves while working toward meaningful personal growth and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe in the power of humor and gratitude, finding a space to recognize the positive aspects of life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as a tool to help you challenge your thoughts, to increase positive feelings and healthy decision making.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“She views each of her clients as a unique individual and collaboratively tailors treatment interventions to address challenges and support the client's journey to improved mental health, wellness, and personal growth to achieve their highest goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have 6 years of experience as a therapist that could assist with issues such as anxiety, anger, and life transition concerns.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“I am an outgoing, energetic, and motivated, skilled therapist with a passion for working with children, families, adults and communities.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I've been in the field working with adults who have mental health and substance use issues for over 12 years.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, End of life care
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
I am passionate about helping clients cultivate greater balance, vitality, and overall well-being in their lives. I have experience working with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, bipolar disorder, OCD, ADHD, disordered eating, substance use disorders, and insomnia. I earned my degree from Hunter College in New York City, where I developed a strong foundation in evidence-based, client-centered care.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Every Client holds the key to their own recovery and this is why I believe in a strengths based, client centered wellness approach to mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal is to help you feel heard, supported, and empowered to take meaningful steps toward improvement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, steady, and compassionate, integrating trauma-informed care and EMDR therapy to support meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I blend elements from different approaches and tailor the treatment of my clients according to their needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“Michael helps clients feel understood, regain clarity, and develop practical skills that lead to lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I believe lasting change happens when we address both the emotional challenges people face and the patterns that keep those challenges going.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Having lived in USA, Europe and Latin America, I bring a genuinely multicultural perspective to my work.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My style is compassionate, straightforward, and collaborative. I believe effective mental health care is built on trust, open communication, and mutual respect.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My style is warm but direct. I'll meet you where you are, while also helping you gently challenge patterns that may be holding you back.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I understand that each individual's mental health needs are unique, and I create a safe environment to work closely with clients in developing personalized care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe that healing begins with a safe, supportive connection. My style is warm, collaborative, and empowering.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My specialization is grief and bereavement, but I have experience working with a vast array of individuals and families of all ages.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“In therapy, we don't just talk about what's wrong—we figure out why these patterns are happening and how to actually shift them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Direct, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I'm not going to sugarcoat things or waste your time. What I will do is take your history seriously, listen carefully, and work with you to find an approach that actually fits your situation.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
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