Alcohol Use Psychiatrists in Bridgeport, CT
Michael O'Toole DNP, APRN & CollegeSt MentalHealth
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN
3 Endorsed
Online Only
To schedule an appointment please reach out by email or visit our website to meet our AI Clinical Assistant. Ongoing enrolment for CT and VT residents. As Doctors of Nursing Practice (DNP), Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP) - Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP), with Functional Nutrition and Telehealth Certifications - we are licensed to prescribe psychiatric medication across the lifespan, collaborating with patients to use medications judiciously, and only when necessary. As practitioners, we value our shared humanity, and encourage compassion, humility, connection and empathy.
To schedule an appointment please reach out by email or visit our website to meet our AI Clinical Assistant. Ongoing enrolment for CT and VT residents. As Doctors of Nursing Practice (DNP), Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP) - Certified Integrative Mental Health Provider (CIMHP), with Functional Nutrition and Telehealth Certifications - we are licensed to prescribe psychiatric medication across the lifespan, collaborating with patients to use medications judiciously, and only when necessary. As practitioners, we value our shared humanity, and encourage compassion, humility, connection and empathy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of anxiety, the cycles of bipolar disorder, or the exhaustion of managing a substance use disorder? You might be an adult or senior who feels like your mental health is a barrier to the life you want to lead. My ideal clients are those seeking medication management to have relief; they want a partner who understands the emotional and cultural nuances of their struggle. You want a safe, nonjudgmental space where you are respected and heard. You're looking for a provider who can bridge the gap between clinical expertise and deep empathy to help you feel empowered and steady once again.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of anxiety, the cycles of bipolar disorder, or the exhaustion of managing a substance use disorder? You might be an adult or senior who feels like your mental health is a barrier to the life you want to lead. My ideal clients are those seeking medication management to have relief; they want a partner who understands the emotional and cultural nuances of their struggle. You want a safe, nonjudgmental space where you are respected and heard. You're looking for a provider who can bridge the gap between clinical expertise and deep empathy to help you feel empowered and steady once again.
Accepting New Clients! Spanish & English speaking! I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, dedicated to supporting individuals through their mental health journey. I work closely with patients to understand their unique challenges and provide effective treatment, incorporating medical and therapeutic approaches. I take a compassionate, patient-first approach to care, emphasizing collaboration, respect, and individualized treatment. I strive to create an open and trusting relationship with each patient to ensure their comfort and confidence throughout the therapeutic process. My goal is to empower individuals.
Accepting New Clients! Spanish & English speaking! I am a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner, dedicated to supporting individuals through their mental health journey. I work closely with patients to understand their unique challenges and provide effective treatment, incorporating medical and therapeutic approaches. I take a compassionate, patient-first approach to care, emphasizing collaboration, respect, and individualized treatment. I strive to create an open and trusting relationship with each patient to ensure their comfort and confidence throughout the therapeutic process. My goal is to empower individuals.
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
I am a board-certified psychiatric NP, trained at New York University. I specialize in adults, children, adolescents, and geriatrics. My virtual and in-person practices are friendly and confidential spaces where I provide a thorough psychiatric evaluation and personalized medication management. My approach is to always see things from the client’s perspective. My mission is to support my clients while they create more meaningful progress in life. I use my expertise to help them find harmony between mind and body. I think mental health care can be a spiritual, and yet a scientific way for the client to look into their soul.
Hello, are you constantly feeling sad, anxious, low motivation, trauma awareness, decreased sleep? As a Psych NP, I sit at the intersection of medicine and mental health care. That means I don’t just diagnose and prescribe—I also listen, collaborate, and help clients make meaningful changes in how they feel and function. I specialize in integrative psychiatric care, focusing on adults dealing with: • Mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder) • Trauma-related symptoms (including complex PTSD) • Stress-related burnout (especially in high-achieving professionals) • Medication management + therapy combo
Hello, are you constantly feeling sad, anxious, low motivation, trauma awareness, decreased sleep? As a Psych NP, I sit at the intersection of medicine and mental health care. That means I don’t just diagnose and prescribe—I also listen, collaborate, and help clients make meaningful changes in how they feel and function. I specialize in integrative psychiatric care, focusing on adults dealing with: • Mood disorders (depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder) • Trauma-related symptoms (including complex PTSD) • Stress-related burnout (especially in high-achieving professionals) • Medication management + therapy combo
My clients often face anxiety, depression, dementia, or other mental health challenges. They want to feel understood, supported, and empowered with tools to cope. Together, we work on building resilience, improving daily functioning, and creating a sense of hope and balance. I offer supportive, personalized care to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control.
My clients often face anxiety, depression, dementia, or other mental health challenges. They want to feel understood, supported, and empowered with tools to cope. Together, we work on building resilience, improving daily functioning, and creating a sense of hope and balance. I offer supportive, personalized care to help you feel stronger, calmer, and more in control.
As a board-certified psychiatrist and mental health nurse practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to well-being, safety, and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that great step! I believe everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care.
As a board-certified psychiatrist and mental health nurse practitioner, I believe prioritizing mental health is key to well-being, safety, and stability in life. Seeking help can be one of the hardest parts, so congratulations on taking that great step! I believe everyone has a unique story and deserves an individualized approach to care.
Hi, I’m Cherie Bochenko, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
I’m devoted to compassionate, evidence-based care that honors each person’s unique story.
The goal for our time together is collaborative care. We will work together to address your concerns.
I believe everyone deserves access to kind, effective mental health support, and I’m honored to help you on the path to well-being.
Hi, I’m Cherie Bochenko, a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner.
I’m devoted to compassionate, evidence-based care that honors each person’s unique story.
The goal for our time together is collaborative care. We will work together to address your concerns.
I believe everyone deserves access to kind, effective mental health support, and I’m honored to help you on the path to well-being.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or a persistent lack of motivation? Maybe stress has become your constant companion, or you find yourself wondering whether medication could help you get through the day. My ideal clients are adults navigating these difficult seasons — people who are ready to be heard and want real, compassionate support. Whether your struggles are recent or have built quietly over time, you deserve care that meets you where you are. I'm here to help you move forward, understand your options, and start feeling like yourself again.
Are you feeling weighed down by anxiety, depression, or a persistent lack of motivation? Maybe stress has become your constant companion, or you find yourself wondering whether medication could help you get through the day. My ideal clients are adults navigating these difficult seasons — people who are ready to be heard and want real, compassionate support. Whether your struggles are recent or have built quietly over time, you deserve care that meets you where you are. I'm here to help you move forward, understand your options, and start feeling like yourself again.
Life can be very tough at times, yet with available resources and support you can get through it. Are you diagnosed with or seeking a diagnosis and treatment of a mental health disorders? Are you struggling with substances use addictions? Are you struggling with family difficulties, work place related stress, maintaining strong family and friendship ties? Are you parent of or a person diagnosed with ID/DD? My varied skill set and work experiences as both a mental health nurse practitioner and clinician will be strong assets to you. Let's work together to get through this.
Life can be very tough at times, yet with available resources and support you can get through it. Are you diagnosed with or seeking a diagnosis and treatment of a mental health disorders? Are you struggling with substances use addictions? Are you struggling with family difficulties, work place related stress, maintaining strong family and friendship ties? Are you parent of or a person diagnosed with ID/DD? My varied skill set and work experiences as both a mental health nurse practitioner and clinician will be strong assets to you. Let's work together to get through this.
My ideal clients are adults, adolescents, and children who feel stuck — people who have struggled with trauma, treatment-resistant conditions, or complex diagnoses like ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorders and haven't found the help they need. Many come feeling dismissed or discouraged by previous care, wondering if anything will actually work. They want someone who will take the time to truly understand them — not just their symptoms, but their full story. I offer telehealth care in Massachusetts and Connecticut to meet people where they are, both geographically and emotionally.
My ideal clients are adults, adolescents, and children who feel stuck — people who have struggled with trauma, treatment-resistant conditions, or complex diagnoses like ADHD or Autism Spectrum Disorders and haven't found the help they need. Many come feeling dismissed or discouraged by previous care, wondering if anything will actually work. They want someone who will take the time to truly understand them — not just their symptoms, but their full story. I offer telehealth care in Massachusetts and Connecticut to meet people where they are, both geographically and emotionally.
Amazing Victory Health and Wellness LLC
Psychiatric Nurse, APRN, FNP-BC, PMHNP-B
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you feeling emotionally drained, anxious, or stressed? When life feels heavy, healing is possible. You’re not alone, and help is closer than you think. Mental health issues keep you from living the life you were meant to enjoy; medication management may help. Maybe you’ve tried talking to other medical professionals about your care but felt rushed or dismissed. Together, we'll work to restore balance and help you feel like yourself again. Imagine feeling empowered to face each day with clarity and confidence. At Amazing Victory Health and Wellness, we offer confidential, accessible telepsychiatry services tailored to your needs.
Are you feeling emotionally drained, anxious, or stressed? When life feels heavy, healing is possible. You’re not alone, and help is closer than you think. Mental health issues keep you from living the life you were meant to enjoy; medication management may help. Maybe you’ve tried talking to other medical professionals about your care but felt rushed or dismissed. Together, we'll work to restore balance and help you feel like yourself again. Imagine feeling empowered to face each day with clarity and confidence. At Amazing Victory Health and Wellness, we offer confidential, accessible telepsychiatry services tailored to your needs.
My ideal patients are individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health conditions and substance-related challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Many come to treatment feeling overwhelmed, struggling with mood instability, trauma related symptoms, or difficulty maintaining stability in their daily lives. Some are seeking support for the first time, while others are looking for a more collaborative and respectful approach after past treatment experiences.
My ideal patients are individuals experiencing co-occurring mental health conditions and substance-related challenges, including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and PTSD. Many come to treatment feeling overwhelmed, struggling with mood instability, trauma related symptoms, or difficulty maintaining stability in their daily lives. Some are seeking support for the first time, while others are looking for a more collaborative and respectful approach after past treatment experiences.
We often go through mental and physical challenges in life that require additional support to maximize our well-being. This practice seeks to look at the whole person and provide both lifestyle coaching as well as medication options to allow patients to be their best selves.
•••Please note that I do not prescribe benzodiazepines in the practice (including Klonopin, Xanax, Valium, Ativan and other similar medications) and do not provide autism assessments.•••
We often go through mental and physical challenges in life that require additional support to maximize our well-being. This practice seeks to look at the whole person and provide both lifestyle coaching as well as medication options to allow patients to be their best selves.
•••Please note that I do not prescribe benzodiazepines in the practice (including Klonopin, Xanax, Valium, Ativan and other similar medications) and do not provide autism assessments.•••
I am a Yale trained psychiatrist, board certified in general and addiction psychiatry. I am also board certified in addiction medicine and a certified provider of Suboxone. I have extensive experience treating co-occurring disorders and chronic mental illnesses. I provide medication management for mental illnesses including: schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, post partum depression, post traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. I treat young adults, adults and elders.
I am a Yale trained psychiatrist, board certified in general and addiction psychiatry. I am also board certified in addiction medicine and a certified provider of Suboxone. I have extensive experience treating co-occurring disorders and chronic mental illnesses. I provide medication management for mental illnesses including: schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, panic disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder, major depressive disorder, post partum depression, post traumatic stress disorder, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder and obsessive compulsive disorder. I treat young adults, adults and elders.
My ideal client is a high-functioning adult struggling silently with anxiety, depression, or burnout. They’re overwhelmed by life’s demands but hesitant to ask for help. They need a safe, non-judgmental space to process emotions, gain clarity, and develop coping strategies. Their goal is to feel balanced, regain control, and improve their overall well-being. They want relief, peace of mind, and the ability to thrive—not just survive—because they’re tired of feeling stuck.
My ideal client is a high-functioning adult struggling silently with anxiety, depression, or burnout. They’re overwhelmed by life’s demands but hesitant to ask for help. They need a safe, non-judgmental space to process emotions, gain clarity, and develop coping strategies. Their goal is to feel balanced, regain control, and improve their overall well-being. They want relief, peace of mind, and the ability to thrive—not just survive—because they’re tired of feeling stuck.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations. I'm proficient in conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, and developing evidence-based treatment plans. I'm also skilled in medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic client care. I'm dedicated to advocating for mental health awareness and reducing stigma associated with mental illness.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations. I'm proficient in conducting psychiatric evaluations, diagnosing mental health disorders, and developing evidence-based treatment plans. I'm also skilled in medication management, psychotherapy, and crisis intervention. I collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to promote holistic client care. I'm dedicated to advocating for mental health awareness and reducing stigma associated with mental illness.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and owner of WholeSoul LLC private practice, with nearly 20 years of experience working in the field of mental health and addiction. I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of mental health conditions and cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. My goal is to guide you towards resilience and assist you in balancing your mental, emotional, and spiritual health. I specialize in evaluating and treating individuals that are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders and other problems that may be affecting their mental health.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and owner of WholeSoul LLC private practice, with nearly 20 years of experience working in the field of mental health and addiction. I have experience working with individuals with a wide range of mental health conditions and cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds. My goal is to guide you towards resilience and assist you in balancing your mental, emotional, and spiritual health. I specialize in evaluating and treating individuals that are experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, mood disorders and other problems that may be affecting their mental health.
My clinical focus is on holistic and patient centered care for adults and adolescents, with special attention given to treating Substance use disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress related disorders, as well as substance use disorder. Further, I am trained in motivational interviewing which I find to be effective tools in understanding and treating these issues. I believe in taking a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping my patients reach their goals. My practice emphasizes the importance of creating a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship to facilitate the process of healing.
My clinical focus is on holistic and patient centered care for adults and adolescents, with special attention given to treating Substance use disorder, ADHD, anxiety, depression, stress related disorders, as well as substance use disorder. Further, I am trained in motivational interviewing which I find to be effective tools in understanding and treating these issues. I believe in taking a compassionate, nonjudgmental approach to helping my patients reach their goals. My practice emphasizes the importance of creating a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship to facilitate the process of healing.
Welcome! I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience in medical& mental health care. I provide comprehensive, patient-centered, and holistic psychiatric services tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
I work with adolescents (ages 14+) and adults, offering both telehealth (audio/video) and in-person appointments. My services include comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, medication management, deprescribing and genetic testing for psychotropic medications. Conditions treated include anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, OCD, ASD, thought disorders and ETOH use disorder.
Welcome! I am a board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with over 25 years of experience in medical& mental health care. I provide comprehensive, patient-centered, and holistic psychiatric services tailored to each individual’s unique needs.
I work with adolescents (ages 14+) and adults, offering both telehealth (audio/video) and in-person appointments. My services include comprehensive diagnostic evaluations, medication management, deprescribing and genetic testing for psychotropic medications. Conditions treated include anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar, OCD, ASD, thought disorders and ETOH use disorder.
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How can psychiatrists help with alcohol use disorder?
For many individuals, alcohol consumption is a normal part of social events or celebrations. However, alcohol use that becomes more frequent, risky, or disruptive to daily functioning may meet the clinical criteria for alcohol use disorder (AUD). At this point, a psychiatric support can be an important step in addressing the issue. Psychiatrists who specialize in alcohol use disorder help individuals understand the psychological and physiological effects of drinking and offer support through therapy and, when appropriate, medications approved for alcohol-related treatment which can reduce cravings and support individuals in reducing or stopping alcohol use.
What does the assessment and treatment planning process involve?
Seeing a psychiatrist for alcohol-related concerns typically begins with an assessment of the person's drinking habits, as well as a screening for any co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety, or trauma-related disorders. This evaluation informs the treatment plan and helps determine whether outpatient care is appropriate or if a higher level of intervention is needed first—such as medically supervised detoxification or an intensive outpatient program (IOP). Once the appropriate level of care is established, the psychiatrist works with the client to develop a treatment plan tailored to their needs and recovery goals. Psychiatric treatment for alcohol use disorders often incorporates evidence-based therapies, including motivational interviewing, harm reduction strategies, cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and relapse prevention planning. Depending on the client's goals, treatment may focus on either moderation or complete abstinence. In some cases, psychiatrists may also coordinate with other members of the client's care team, such as primary care providers or addiction specialists, to ensure an integrated approach.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in alcohol use disorder?
The Psychology Today online directory is a valuable resource for finding psychiatrists (MDs) or psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in alcohol use. Users can filter providers based on specialty, insurance accepted, fees, location, and personal identity preferences—such as gender, cultural background, or religious affiliation. Because not all providers treat alcohol-related conditions, it is important to verify a psychiatrist's experience with alcohol use disorder. When contacting a provider, consider asking about their specific experience treating alcohol-related issues, as well as their approach to both medication management and behavioral therapy. This is especially important for individuals seeking a particular type of treatment approach, such as harm reduction or abstinence-based care.