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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Newark, DE

Whether you're navigating withdrawal, cravings, or rebuilding sobriety in Newark, Delaware, Headway connects you with affirming providers who specialize in addiction recovery using proven modalities like SMART Recovery and motivational enhancement therapy.

Rowena Descartes

Rowena Descartes

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


My clients should know that I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner who values compassion, respect, and collaboration. I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. I recognize that each person’s experiences, strengths, and challenges are unique, and I honor the courage it takes to seek mental health care. My goal is to build a trusting therapeutic relationship and to meet clients where they are in their journey.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Reese Hawk

Reese Hawk

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I focus on using empathy and understanding to build a clinical foundation as we start to tackle the tough issues at play.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Gomes

Paula Gomes

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I strive to create a warm, welcoming environment that allows you to feel comfortable sharing and being vulnerable, while also feeling secure.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Makesa Toure

Makesa Toure

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“We believe in the power of compassionate, personalized care, and we are committed to providing a safe and welcoming environment where you can openly discuss your struggles and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
LaTanya Miller

LaTanya Miller

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I utilize CBT primarily but overall an eclectic approach. I take pride on partnering with my clients for the most appropriate treatment plan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jennifer Broomfield

Jennifer Broomfield

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I believe therapy should feel like a place where you can finally exhale, a space where you do not have to perform, explain away your feelings, or pretend you are okay when you are not.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Leonidah Okemwa

Dr. Leonidah Okemwa

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I enjoy forming partnerships with patients to help them achieve their highest possible level of functioning.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jessica Buranen

Jessica Buranen

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I understand that each person's journey is unique, and I am here to support you in achieving your specific needs and goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Gregory

Jennifer Gregory

Therapist

Virtual • Dover, DE


“I take a collaborative approach—partnering with you to identify your goals and build practical, personalized strategies to help you achieve them.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shawree Dean

Shawree Dean

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I provide compassionate, evidence-based, and stigma-free care to support healing and lasting growth. With a background in emergency and trauma care, I take a collaborative, holistic approach that considers the connection between mind and body. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma-related concerns, and mood disorders through a personalized combination of psychotherapy, medication management, and lifestyle support. My goal is to help you feel heard, empowered, and supported every step of the way, at a pace that feels right for you.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Nadine Nelson

Nadine Nelson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“My goal is to meet you where you are in your journey to get to the goals that you have for your own life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Stuart Lynd

Stuart Lynd

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“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 4 insurance carriers
Kyara Beck

Kyara Beck

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


Hello and welcome! I specialize in serving individuals and couples over the age of 18 both working toward and living in recovery from a variety of life events, which may include addiction for the individual/partner/or client's child, socioemotional intelligence as an only child, grief/loss, justice-involved and/or incarceration, changes in confidence or creativity, Highly Sensitive People (HSPs), relationship phases and shifts, or workplace stressors.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Identity issues
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Rosemarie White

Dr. Rosemarie White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I assist clients to realize their full potential as human beings and restore any broken foundation in mind, spirit, and soul.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Dr. Katherine Eyegue-Sandy

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I don't see you as a diagnosis or a checklist of symptoms. I see a whole person — with a unique story, real strengths, and an incredible capacity to heal and grow.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Ekor Odaji

Ekor Odaji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I believe mental health care should be collaborative, personalized, and focused on the whole person—not just symptoms.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mel Bosire

Mel Bosire

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Dover, DE


“My goal is for you to leave each session feeling heard, supported, and empowered — knowing that you have a real partner in your journey and healing.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Hilary Chentow

Hilary Chentow

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


Hi My name is Hilary Chentow. I am a licensed clinical social worker living in PA and practicing in PA, WA and DE. I use CBT, DBT, mindfulness, Polyvagal theory and Internal Family Systems and will share resources in abundance. I was a teacher before I made a midlife career change to become a therapist. I am not a one size fits all therapist. And I am ok with that. Right fit is important.

Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Kimberly Jackson

Kimberly Jackson

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“My goal is to help individuals overcome obstacles using effective coping skills and improve their daily cognitive functioning skills.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Pamela Wells

Pamela Wells

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I have been a nurse practitioner for the past 7 years and hold master degrees in adult gerontology and psychiatric mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Summer Johnson

Summer Johnson

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I use a holistic full person approach to meet people where they're at and to match to the specific needs you bring to therapy.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 14 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cheryl Vogl

Cheryl Vogl

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“Clients often tell me they feel comfortable quickly and appreciate that I'm relatable and easy to talk to.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Elizabeth Smith

Elizabeth Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I believe that effective treatment starts with a strong therapeutic alliance, collaborative partnership, and accessing my client's personal strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Challenging, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Folasade Olayiwole

Folasade Olayiwole

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I am a doctoral-prepared and board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, and I have been working in the mental health field for the past 13 years.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kathryn Kristol

Kathryn Kristol

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“My approach to therapy is empathetic, non-judgemental, and strengths-based. You will feel comfortable, safe, and validated with my welcoming and approachable manner.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Torahna Bey

Torahna Bey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I strive to create a respectful, nonjudgmental environment where you feel comfortable speaking openly.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Tremaine White

Tremaine White

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I see therapy as a collaborative process—we'll work at your pace, explore what's most important to you, and build on your strengths.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Justine Kiyang

Justine Kiyang

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


Energetic and patient-focussed Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner committed to providing diverse evidence-based, and patient-centered psychiatric health services across the lifespan. Possess excellent skills in conducting patient Assessments, Diagnosing mental health conditions, and developing individualized and age-appropriate treatment plans.

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

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kia Burton

Kia Burton

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I specialize in working with adults experiencing anxiety, trauma, substance use disorders, grief, crisis, and major life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Inquisitive
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Jennifer Burgin

Jennifer Burgin

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I strive to be different than other therapists and will go above and beyond to customize therapy just for you...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Omoye Ehizuelen

Omoye Ehizuelen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I offer a realistic and nonjudgmental approach to care. I aim to create an environment where my patients can really open up and tell me what they are feeling and we work TOGETHER to create an effective plan of care.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer

Dr. Ericka Hofmeyer

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I am practical and patient, I look for empowerment and ways to grow resiliency, joy, and meaning in our lived experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Dr. Oluwatoyin Olaleye

Dr. Oluwatoyin Olaleye

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“I am deeply committed to cultivating a compassionate and supportive therapeutic relationship, dedicated to enhancing the overall mental health of my patients.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Noshaba Carey

Noshaba Carey

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“My approach combines medication management with supportive therapy to help you feel balanced, empowered, and improve your overall well-being.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Creative, Holistic
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Dr. Ann Marie Buchanan, Dnp

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“Dr. Buchanan strives to meet each client's needs through empathetic communication and personalized evidence-based care.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yolaure Charles

Yolaure Charles

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Delaware


“My greatest strength as a provider is my patience in listening and creating an effective treatment plan uniquely tailored to your individualized mental health needs.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Latoya Smith

Latoya Smith

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


I’m Latoya Smith, a licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with over a decade of experience helping adults navigate anxiety, depression, and major life transitions.

I’m not just a therapist—I’m a mom, a mentor, and a middle child from a big Miami family. I know what it’s like to juggle responsibilities, to feel unseen, and to keep pouring from an empty cup. That lived experience shapes how I connect, how I listen, and how I help.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Chioma Iroegbu

Chioma Iroegbu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Smyrna, DE


“I believe healing begins when people feel seen, heard, and supported. My approach is warm, collaborative, and holistic — blending evidence-based psychiatric care with genuine compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Kimberly Robinson

Kimberly Robinson

Therapist

Virtual • Delaware


“I believe that therapy is relational, it is important to be matched with a therapist that understands you.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Darren Harvey

Darren Harvey

Therapist

Virtual • Newark, DE


“Darren Harvey has over 20 years experience with mental health and with the substance abuse population.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

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Finding the right addiction therapist in Newark, DE starts with identifying what kind of support you need. Addiction and substance use can affect people in different ways, so look for a licensed provider — such as an LPC, LCSW, psychologist, or psychiatrist — who has direct experience with your specific concerns. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and whether they feel like a good match before you commit to a session.

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