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

Whether navigating alcohol use disorder, substance dependence, or behavioral addiction, Headway's Newark-based network offers personalized treatment approaches including harm reduction, relapse prevention, and 12-step facilitation. Many patients pay as low as $0 per session with insurance.

Najah Stevenson

Najah Stevenson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 16 years of experience in mental health, including acute care, outpatient psychiatry, and leadership roles. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and major life transitions. I also have experience treating more complex psychiatric conditions and believe in looking at the whole person, not just a diagnosis.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Adrianna Sienkiewicz

Adrianna Sienkiewicz

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I primarily specialize in depression, anxiety related disorders, bipolar disorder, self-esteem and life transitions.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Silvester Oluokun

Silvester Oluokun

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“As a provider, I have found that many people are looking to work on aspects of themselves but struggle with knowing where to start and how to sustain meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francois Nguetsop

Francois Nguetsop

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Springfield, NJ


“I focus on understanding the whole person—their history, strengths, stressors, and goals—rather than reducing care to symptoms alone.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Diana De Sousa

Diana De Sousa

Therapist

Virtual • East Brunswick, NJ


“I have experience working with individuals & families with many different concerns & issues in the field of social work for over 10 years; including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorder, family issues, and/or related disorders.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Julia Buccini

Julia Buccini

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I use a combined strengths-based and solution-focused approach, helping clients recognize their natural resilience while building practical strategies to create meaningful change.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Ivona Lazarovska Lcsw, Lcadc, Ccs

Ivona Lazarovska Lcsw, Lcadc, Ccs

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I bring a warm, supportive, and down-to-earth style to therapy while maintaining a structured, goal-oriented approach.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Uzoma Ebisike

Uzoma Ebisike

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work hard to establish a friendly, inviting space where you may be vulnerable and open yourself without feeling insecure.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Osman Jalloh

Osman Jalloh

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Williamstown, NJ


“I listen to my patients as we develop a therapeutic relationship so that the patient and I can work together to attain and maintain future goals.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Morvitz

Stacey Morvitz

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I've spent my career specializing in eating disorders, body image struggles, and addiction, working in settings ranging from residential treatment centers to outpatient rehab facilities.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Lindsay Pianin

Lindsay Pianin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach is to create an environment that promotes healing and safety, identify practical strategies that you can use anywhere...”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Direct, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Henrietta Bannerman

Dr. Henrietta Bannerman

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“You can expect a personalized approach that combines functional medicine, evidence-based therapy techniques, and when necessary, the lowest effective dose of medication to support your mental wellness and long-term healing.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Yajaira Hernandez Colon

Yajaira Hernandez Colon

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that my clients are the center of the relationship, and I want they to have a safe space to process and express their current stressors.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa Nissenbaum

Dr. Melissa Nissenbaum

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am warm, approachable, and easy to talk to, and I prioritize creating a safe, supportive space where clients feel comfortable sharing even the most difficult life experiences.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Challenging, Inquisitive
Accepts 3 insurance carriers
Kamenie Dookwah

Kamenie Dookwah

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goals are to help assist the client with feeling whole again, taking control over their mind, body, and spirit...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Dr. Chikaodi Ibeku

Dr. Chikaodi Ibeku

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Union, NJ


“Divine Mental Healthcare focuses on compassionate and holistic care with over 12 years of experience as a Psychiatric and Family Nurse Practitioner.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Denise Cullinan

Denise Cullinan

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that therapy should be a collaborative process and that client's are able to find solutions within themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Daniel Bentley

Daniel Bentley

Psychologist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I work to empower individuals on their journey to wellness with a personalized, harm-reduction approach, focusing on minimizing the negative impacts of substance use rather than emphasizing abstinence.”
Substance use / addiction, Grief or loss, Men's issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Matthew Grey

Matthew Grey

Therapist

Virtual • Midland Park, NJ


“I seek to foster safety, trust, curiosity, freedom, and humor in the therapeutic process so that healing and growth can occur for my clients.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Annie (Chana) Rosenblatt

Annie (Chana) Rosenblatt

Therapist

Virtual • Newark, NJ


“My style is warm, attuned, and reflective. I listen deeply, respect complexity, and create a space where unconscious patterns can emerge safely.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Carolyn Mateo

Carolyn Mateo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with a Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Felician University. With a deep commitment to supporting individuals through life’s challenges, I work with clients navigating relationship issues, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, aging, phase-of-life transitions, career aspirations and changes, and parental challenges. In my therapy sessions, I create a safe and nurturing environment where every individual is welcome and valued. I understand that seeking support is a personal and sometimes vulnerable experience, so I prioritize warmth, respect, and openness. My approach is rooted in compassion, ensuring that clients feel heard and supported as they explore their thoughts and emotions. No matter their background or experiences, they can trust that therapy will be a space of acceptance, understanding, and growth.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Humorous, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 6 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Helen Raiani

Helen Raiani

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Clients can expect to have a greater understanding of themselves, greater self awareness and increased self esteem.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Mark Correale

Mark Correale

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I have a long history working with military veterans, police and first responders and a shorter history working with youth and their families.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Emmanuel Ameyibor

Emmanuel Ameyibor

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Bridgewater, NJ


“Emmanuel is a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and has over 6 years of mental health nursing experience caring for patients across the lifespan.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Fatuma Lalugba

Fatuma Lalugba

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“Motivation towards change begins with a collaborative approach to help the client recognize their strengths and to instill hope that change is possible and being happy is what you deserve to be.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Tiara K. Reid

Dr. Tiara K. Reid

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe healing happens when patients are empowered to understand their emotional patterns and rewire their inner narratives through education, emotional regulation, and compassion-centered treatment.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Francis Capalbo

Francis Capalbo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe that all of us have personal strengths that can be employed in the service of therapy, and that one of my jobs is to encourage clients to recognize their resilience and to build on same.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Joyce Manu

Joyce Manu

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Newark, NJ


“I strive to create a safe, supportive, and nonjudgmental environment where you can feel empowered to take an active role in your wellness journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Joseph Priolo

Joseph Priolo

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I believe it is essential for the therapist to work alongside the client to build rapport and establish trust so that the client feels safe to begin the healing process.”
Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacie Byers

Stacie Byers

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I help people w invitations to use open dialogue for processing, didactic/educational dialogue for learning healthy tools to use to channel emotional responses in healthy ways, teach Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for long-standing changes, and have...”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Crystal Hawkins

Crystal Hawkins

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My style is warm, practical, and supportive, and I use evidence-based therapy to help clients build healthier boundaries, reduce anxious spirals, and move forward with more clarity and self-trust.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, PTSD
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Vicki Rubin

Vicki Rubin

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“I am told I am compassionate, yet direct and to the point. I love seeing my clients make progress when they give therapy a try, work at it and are successful in making the changes needed to lead a happier life.”
Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Challenging, Open-minded, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Trisha Roland Nuzzi

Trisha Roland Nuzzi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cherry Hill Township, NJ


“I strive to create a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel safe to be themselves.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Emily Watter

Emily Watter

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker licensed in Florida, New Jersey, Iowa, and Massachusetts, with several years of experience supporting individuals through trauma, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. I earned my Master’s in Social Work and have since worked in both residential and outpatient settings, helping adults navigate complex emotional experiences and build lasting resilience.

I’m trained in EMDR therapy and integrate evidence-based approaches like CBT, DBT, and mindfulness to tailor treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. My style is warm, compassionate, and nonjudgmental, creating a space where you can safely explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences.

I’m passionate about helping people reconnect with themselves, heal from the past, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.

Substance use / addiction, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Thomas J. Divins

Thomas J. Divins

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I earned a Master’s Degree in Counseling Psychology and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Felician University. My passion stems from my life experience, growing up with a brother with severe Autism and OCD.

I appreciate and value quality time with family and friends. I have always been an advocate of the importance of the mind/body connection and the role physical fitness and nutrition play in our overall well-being.

Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Ivelisses Cooke

Ivelisses Cooke

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing in New York and New Jersey. I earned my Bachelor's degree in Forensic Psychology from John Jay University in 2016, and my Master's degree in Social Work from New York University in 2018. My clinical work has primarily focused on treating personality disorders, substance use disorders, identity development, couples and relationship issues, LGBTQIA+ identity, sleep-related disorders, eating disorders, depression, and anxiety.


Substance use / addiction, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Raneen Siyam

Raneen Siyam

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My goal as a therapist is to meet you where you are and help you help yourself through compassion and by challenging you.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Challenging, Empowering, Participatory
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Eunice Wilson

Eunice Wilson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hillsborough Township, NJ


“I possess experience in working with both adolescents and adults who are dealing with psychiatric disorders, such as Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, substance use disorders, and a range of other mental health challenges.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Pilar Sabates

Pilar Sabates

Therapist

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach to therapy is energetic, direct, using accountability while also collaborative with the client.”
Substance use / addiction
Challenging, Empowering, Energetic
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Patricia Antoine-Lackish

Patricia Antoine-Lackish

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New Jersey


“My approach focuses on creating a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, respected, and empowered in their mental health journey.”
Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

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