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Top addiction and substance use disorder therapists and psychiatrists in Amherst, MA
Whether you're addressing alcohol use disorder, opioid dependence, or other addictive behaviors, Headway provides accessible addiction support in Amherst through talk therapy and medication management. Our 817 providers offer free consultations to help you find the right fit for your recovery.
“For people who suffer from substance use, I truly believe that most substance abuse is the result self-medication of the underlying mental health and trauma issues.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“In a word, my approach is participatory. In practice this means I use strategies from various styles of psychotherapy, like cognitive-behavioral therapy, strength-based, and gestalt, among others, to help guide you toward your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard and empowered on your journey to better mental health.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Yulia recognizes the strength it takes to seek support during times of vulnerability and is committed to providing a safe, compassionate, and supportive space for healing and growth.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I bring an energetic, supportive approach that combines therapy, medication management, and wellness strategies tailored to your needs.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“With my direct but gentle, and sometimes humorous approach, my clients often find their lives changing for the better.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I strive to create a warm, welcoming, non-judgmental environment that is accepting of who you are and based on mutual trust.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I believe that every person deserves to feel heard and supported, and I strive to create a comfortable space where we can work together to understand your needs and develop a treatment plan that fits your goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
It takes two to speak the truth: one to speak, and another to hear - Thoreau
I strive to help clients by being curious, kind, reliable, and insightful. This is how I believe therapy helps people to grow, and to ultimately feel better about themselves and their lives.
I primarily work through a psychodynamic lens, focusing on a client's emotional life, exploring connections between a client's past and present, and addressing internal conflicts. I also use ideas found in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy such as exploring thought patterns and negative core beliefs.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Direct, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I like to meet my patients where they are at, and work together to identify and work toward goals at a pace that works for the patient.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“Therapy with me isn't about sitting quietly while someone analyzes you; it's a warm, straightforward conversation between two real people.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach combines evidence-based medication management with education and support in a nonjudgmental environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I can be tough and challenging, but I'm also warm, compassionate, and supportive. I understand that everyone is at different levels in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Challenging, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their treatment journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I help clients gain deeper insight, change negative thought patterns and behaviors and achieve their desired level of recovery, while providing empathy and compassion.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that every individual has the capacity for growth, healing, and positive change when provided with the right support, tools, and environment.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic style is direct, supportive, and collaborative, incorporating empathy and humor to help clients feel comfortable while working toward meaningful change and personal growth.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Direct, Humorous
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I take a practical, nonjudgmental approach to therapy—whether you're trying to reduce substance use, cope with stress, or get through a difficult period, we'll focus on building strategies that actually work in your real life.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
My name is Gerardine and I am a Clinical Mental Health counselor who works with adolescents and adults. I work with families who are looking to get back on the same page with clear communications, with clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, LGBQ+, trauma, addiction, and issues with self-esteem and self-acceptance. I have 10 years working in the substance use field with dual-diagnosis clients. I have experience at all levels of care. I also worked with adults at the inpatient level of care with comorbidity of substance abuse and mental health issues. I graduated from both Boston University with a B.A. in Accounting and Rivier University with an M.S. degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a concentration in Substance Use Disorders.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I take the time to listen attentively to your concerns, working together with you to develop a treatment plan that addresses your specific goals and aspirations.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I like to get to know you and your history before we work together to establish goals for your treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Greetings,
I have been for therapist for 20 years in the Eastern Mass area. If you made far, I can assist you towards the next chapter in your journey.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions
Creative, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have a background in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy and working with individuals with Substance Use Disorders and co-existing mental health disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, PTSD
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My goal is to create a safe space where clients feel heard, respected, and supported while working toward meaningful and lasting change.”
Substance use / addiction, Cultural & ethnic issues, Family issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a big believer in the idea that people have a natural source of growth and strength that comes from within.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that people already have the tools within themselves to succeed, find their inner peace, and live up to their full potential.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I love to watch my clients grow, move outside of the box they've confined themselves to, spread their wings and fly!”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
“My therapy style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based, drawing from the latest research in neuroscience, human behavior, and the mind-body connection.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Energetic, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I have a strong passion for supporting individuals through a variety of life challenges, especially those involving complex trauma, PTSD, and the intersection of mental health and substance use.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“It is important to me that clients know that our work is a collaboration; you are the expert on you and your lived experience.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“It is my goal to create an environment where clients feel supported and empowered to achieve their personal goals.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“I love sharing practical tools with clients and helping them to identify which tools are right for them.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“My focus is not just on symptom management, but on helping you uncover the root causes of your struggles.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
“I hold dual board certifications as a Family Nurse Practitioner and a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I offer a warm, affirming space where you don't have to explain or justify who you are or what you're going through.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Humorous
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and art therapist who works with people navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, life transitions, identity exploration, emotional highs and lows, and complicated relationships with alcohol or drugs.
My background in art therapy means there is always another way in when words feel like too much. Creative approaches are optional, but available for those who want them.
Outside of the office, I crochet, travel, go to concerts, and practice flow arts. That curiosity and creativity carries into how I work with clients.
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My counseling style is genuine and humanistic. I believe in treating anyone with respect, compassion, and without judgement.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“One of the most important things to me throughout the therapeutic process is creating a judgement free atmosphere to make all as comfortable as possible.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Energetic, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I have studied early childhood trauma and it's effect on adult relationships, and have fundamental experience with addiction and substance abuse disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
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