Substance Use Therapists in Boston, MA
Lily Dolyak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a wide range of experience, from supporting those with substance use disorder, trauma, anxiety and life transitions.
I received my MSW from Simmons University in Boston, MA. During my program, I completed a certificate of trauma practice, in which I solidified a trauma informed approach to clients across the life span. I have also received a certificate in trauma informed weightlifting where I'd like to support people in reclaiming autonomy/safety through movement.
I have a wide range of experience, from supporting those with substance use disorder, trauma, anxiety and life transitions.
I received my MSW from Simmons University in Boston, MA. During my program, I completed a certificate of trauma practice, in which I solidified a trauma informed approach to clients across the life span. I have also received a certificate in trauma informed weightlifting where I'd like to support people in reclaiming autonomy/safety through movement.
During my time as an undergraduate, I had the pleasure of having two separate internships; one at a rape crisis/domestic violence hotline and one at a substance use treatment center.
I was able to truly find myself as a therapist, gain experience working with individuals 18+, learn about the way the court system works, especially with regards to drug and alcohol offenses, and also gain experience working with various presenting concerns, from depression and anxiety to trauma.
During my time as an undergraduate, I had the pleasure of having two separate internships; one at a rape crisis/domestic violence hotline and one at a substance use treatment center.
I was able to truly find myself as a therapist, gain experience working with individuals 18+, learn about the way the court system works, especially with regards to drug and alcohol offenses, and also gain experience working with various presenting concerns, from depression and anxiety to trauma.
I also have extensive experience in treating substance use from working in residential treatment programs.
Life is a journey full of highs and lows that can become difficult to manage over time. These lows can include grief, anxiety, depression, personal relationship problems or anything that impacts your ability to live the life you always imagined for yourself. During difficult times, it can be helpful to talk to someone that is able to provide a safe, equitable and inclusive space to share your thoughts. Your sessions will be a judgement free zone where you are the expert of your life!
I also have extensive experience in treating substance use from working in residential treatment programs.
Life is a journey full of highs and lows that can become difficult to manage over time. These lows can include grief, anxiety, depression, personal relationship problems or anything that impacts your ability to live the life you always imagined for yourself. During difficult times, it can be helpful to talk to someone that is able to provide a safe, equitable and inclusive space to share your thoughts. Your sessions will be a judgement free zone where you are the expert of your life!
Noble Allen Powell
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LADCII, CADCIII
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02130
We can start by saying that anxiety, substance use, depression, rumination, and approval seeking, are all normal human challenges.
Life Coaching or Counseling with me often focuses on progress in school, employment, legal or financial difficulties, substance abuse, and family dynamics. I believe that with connection, mindfulness, and intention many people find more power within themselves to tackle difficulties. I am here to help you find the skills you didn’t know you already had.
We can start by saying that anxiety, substance use, depression, rumination, and approval seeking, are all normal human challenges.
Life Coaching or Counseling with me often focuses on progress in school, employment, legal or financial difficulties, substance abuse, and family dynamics. I believe that with connection, mindfulness, and intention many people find more power within themselves to tackle difficulties. I am here to help you find the skills you didn’t know you already had.
I've been in practice for over 33 years, working with adults with substance use disorders and associated bio-psychosocial issues.
Are you, or someone you love struggling with addictions? If so, don't hesitate calling me for a consultation. The pain associated with addictions can be both overwhelming and hard to manage. You deserve a therapist with a top notch training and experience. Seeing Dr. Heran as a therapist, gives you a comprehensive assessment and best practice treatment support, while incorporating elements in the therapy that promotes a sustained recovery from alcohol and/or drug use.
I've been in practice for over 33 years, working with adults with substance use disorders and associated bio-psychosocial issues.
Are you, or someone you love struggling with addictions? If so, don't hesitate calling me for a consultation. The pain associated with addictions can be both overwhelming and hard to manage. You deserve a therapist with a top notch training and experience. Seeing Dr. Heran as a therapist, gives you a comprehensive assessment and best practice treatment support, while incorporating elements in the therapy that promotes a sustained recovery from alcohol and/or drug use.
I have specialized experience with addiction and substance use, PTSD, depression, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and Alzheimer’s.
Life can come with a lot of curveballs, some that we can handle others can be more difficult. Life can start to become a rollercoaster that never ends. Having that one person you can speak to about life without judgment can help alleviate some of those curveballs. As a licensed professional, I aim to meet others where they are and help them discover themselves without feeling restricted. While helping them heal from their past. I am trained in numerous forms of therapy, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and person-centered therapy. www.aviv.life
I have specialized experience with addiction and substance use, PTSD, depression, intellectual and developmental disabilities, and Alzheimer’s.
Life can come with a lot of curveballs, some that we can handle others can be more difficult. Life can start to become a rollercoaster that never ends. Having that one person you can speak to about life without judgment can help alleviate some of those curveballs. As a licensed professional, I aim to meet others where they are and help them discover themselves without feeling restricted. While helping them heal from their past. I am trained in numerous forms of therapy, including motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, behavioral therapy, psychodynamic therapy, and person-centered therapy. www.aviv.life
Alicia Cronister-Morais
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02115
Among my populations of interest, are veterans with mood and co-occurring disorders, including PTSD and substance use disorders.
I enjoy working with all ages, adolescents, college students, adults and geriatric folks. I treat a wide spectrum of conditions including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD, Mood disorders and substance use disorders. I enjoy collaborating with other providers including prescribing clinicians and PCPs. I value a holistic approach to treatment.
Among my populations of interest, are veterans with mood and co-occurring disorders, including PTSD and substance use disorders.
I enjoy working with all ages, adolescents, college students, adults and geriatric folks. I treat a wide spectrum of conditions including Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, PTSD, Mood disorders and substance use disorders. I enjoy collaborating with other providers including prescribing clinicians and PCPs. I value a holistic approach to treatment.
I use a strengths-based whole-person approach to support young adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, substance use, stress.
I help people find fulfillment, ease, and self-alignment as they move from college to post-college life. It is a unique time. Changes in relationships, feeling a part of something bigger or not, family dynamics, and/or figuring out work can be tough. The political moment brings feelings of despair, rage and loneliness. People I work with are very affected. You don't have to figure everything out alone. I deeply respect the unique lives of those I work with and love to witness their progress toward their goals. As a queer clinician, I provide an affirming space for queer & trans people.
I use a strengths-based whole-person approach to support young adults seeking help with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief, substance use, stress.
I help people find fulfillment, ease, and self-alignment as they move from college to post-college life. It is a unique time. Changes in relationships, feeling a part of something bigger or not, family dynamics, and/or figuring out work can be tough. The political moment brings feelings of despair, rage and loneliness. People I work with are very affected. You don't have to figure everything out alone. I deeply respect the unique lives of those I work with and love to witness their progress toward their goals. As a queer clinician, I provide an affirming space for queer & trans people.
I utilize an eclectic approach in working with individuals facing a variety of challenges from (anxiety and stress management, addiction/ substance use, anger management, eating disorders, body positivity and self-esteem, obesity, women's issues, etc.).
My name is Sarah Moynihan, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts, offering telehealth services to adults and seniors seeking support for mental health and well-being! I believe that you are the greatest project you'll ever work on and that a positive therapeutic relationship should be a supportive space for individuals to better understand themselves as well as what they need to overcome life challenges. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Assumption University (2012) and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Bridgewater State University (2019).
I utilize an eclectic approach in working with individuals facing a variety of challenges from (anxiety and stress management, addiction/ substance use, anger management, eating disorders, body positivity and self-esteem, obesity, women's issues, etc.).
My name is Sarah Moynihan, I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts, offering telehealth services to adults and seniors seeking support for mental health and well-being! I believe that you are the greatest project you'll ever work on and that a positive therapeutic relationship should be a supportive space for individuals to better understand themselves as well as what they need to overcome life challenges. I hold a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Assumption University (2012) and a Master’s degree in Social Work from Bridgewater State University (2019).
If you cope with issues like anxiety, interpersonal conflict, depression, bipolar, PTSD, or substance use, we can work together to understand and address your individual experiences and challenges.
Welcome. Many people can benefit from guidance and support as they experience challenges in work, relationships, and family. Maybe you want to better understand yourself, are contemplating change, or thinking about how to make meaning of life. I would like to provide you with a safe, relationally focused, respectful environment for us to engage in this important work.
If you cope with issues like anxiety, interpersonal conflict, depression, bipolar, PTSD, or substance use, we can work together to understand and address your individual experiences and challenges.
Welcome. Many people can benefit from guidance and support as they experience challenges in work, relationships, and family. Maybe you want to better understand yourself, are contemplating change, or thinking about how to make meaning of life. I would like to provide you with a safe, relationally focused, respectful environment for us to engage in this important work.
I have extensive experience with individuals facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, and chronic illness.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am an Independently Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts. I completed my Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston University as well as training in CBT with a Sports Social Work Certification from the University of Michigan. I completed clinical training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Boston Medical Center.
I have extensive experience with individuals facing depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance use, and chronic illness.
Now Accepting New Clients! I am an Independently Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Massachusetts. I completed my Master’s degree in Social Work from Boston University as well as training in CBT with a Sports Social Work Certification from the University of Michigan. I completed clinical training at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center and Boston Medical Center.
Meet Our Substance Use Therapists
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I use a person-centered approach and trauma-informed practices and interventions, including DBT/CBT, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
I have experience working with Individuals, Couples, and Families of First responders and marginalized communities struggling with the challenges of complex trauma impacting mental health, including Anxiety, Depressive disorders, PTSD, and substance use disorders.
I use a person-centered approach and trauma-informed practices and interventions, including DBT/CBT, Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, and Interpersonal Psychotherapy.
Ashley Anechiarico
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02110
I also help clients manage challenges like ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, burnout, PTSD, life transitions, relationship stress, and substance use.
My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and person-centered. I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to tailor our work. A blend of these approaches allows us to explore what’s going on beneath the surface while also developing practical tools you can use in everyday life.
I also help clients manage challenges like ADHD, Bipolar Disorder, burnout, PTSD, life transitions, relationship stress, and substance use.
My approach to therapy is compassionate, collaborative, and person-centered. I draw from CBT, DBT, ACT, Psychodynamic therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and EMDR to tailor our work. A blend of these approaches allows us to explore what’s going on beneath the surface while also developing practical tools you can use in everyday life.
I am specialty trained in substance use needs, CBT, DBT and EMDR.
Life is stressful. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, critical self-talk, bad habits, or relationship problems. Maybe you are repeating the same negative behaviors, knowing they're not working, but not knowing how to stop. Or maybe you are looking for a space to talk about your daily struggles. You've taken the first step, perhaps the hardest step in changing your struggles. Let's continue to move forward.
Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you understand your needs, gain insight into your struggles, and help identify positive changes you'd like to make in your life.
I am specialty trained in substance use needs, CBT, DBT and EMDR.
Life is stressful. Maybe you are struggling with anxiety, critical self-talk, bad habits, or relationship problems. Maybe you are repeating the same negative behaviors, knowing they're not working, but not knowing how to stop. Or maybe you are looking for a space to talk about your daily struggles. You've taken the first step, perhaps the hardest step in changing your struggles. Let's continue to move forward.
Therapy can be a powerful tool to help you understand your needs, gain insight into your struggles, and help identify positive changes you'd like to make in your life.
I work mostly with men — in healthcare, law, or tech — who carry a lot privately: relationship issues, perfectionism, unresolved grief, shame, substance use, imposter syndrome.
My approach is to adjust the therapy to fit the person rather than make the person fit the therapy. More than a listener, I am conversational, genuine and insightful. I know I am new to you and it will take time to feel like I am someone familiar that you can be messy around. By now I've heard and seen it all. If you'd like, I can walk the distance with you.
I work mostly with men — in healthcare, law, or tech — who carry a lot privately: relationship issues, perfectionism, unresolved grief, shame, substance use, imposter syndrome.
My approach is to adjust the therapy to fit the person rather than make the person fit the therapy. More than a listener, I am conversational, genuine and insightful. I know I am new to you and it will take time to feel like I am someone familiar that you can be messy around. By now I've heard and seen it all. If you'd like, I can walk the distance with you.
I frequently help clients manage anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, workplace or school stress, burnout, ADHD, trauma, and substance use.
As a therapist, I offer a safe and compassionate environment for clients. My trauma-informed approach integrates yoga-based mindfulness and somatic healing with a range of modalities, including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and DBT. I am also trained in the Gottman method for couples therapy.
I frequently help clients manage anxiety, self-esteem issues, relationship challenges, workplace or school stress, burnout, ADHD, trauma, and substance use.
As a therapist, I offer a safe and compassionate environment for clients. My trauma-informed approach integrates yoga-based mindfulness and somatic healing with a range of modalities, including CBT, psychodynamic therapy, and DBT. I am also trained in the Gottman method for couples therapy.
Additionally, I have extensive experience assisting clients with a wide range of mental health challenges—including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, difficulties in relationship, problematic substance use, gender dysphoria, and more.
During our sessions together, you can expect a conversational and flexible experience. We will use a variety of tools and ideas from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment Therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing to meet your unique needs.
Additionally, I have extensive experience assisting clients with a wide range of mental health challenges—including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, difficulties in relationship, problematic substance use, gender dysphoria, and more.
During our sessions together, you can expect a conversational and flexible experience. We will use a variety of tools and ideas from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment Therapy (ACT), and motivational interviewing to meet your unique needs.
In addition to my private practice, I am Assistant Director for Psychotherapy Innovation at Mass General's outpatient substance use treatment facility and hold a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School.
I have extensive clinical training and experience working with a variety of concerns, but specialize in work involving substance use issues as well as trauma and PTSD. I am adept at supporting adults seeking to reduce or cease alcohol or drug use, as well as those interested in harm reduction without significantly altering their use pattern.
In addition to my private practice, I am Assistant Director for Psychotherapy Innovation at Mass General's outpatient substance use treatment facility and hold a faculty appointment at Harvard Medical School.
I have extensive clinical training and experience working with a variety of concerns, but specialize in work involving substance use issues as well as trauma and PTSD. I am adept at supporting adults seeking to reduce or cease alcohol or drug use, as well as those interested in harm reduction without significantly altering their use pattern.
I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, problem-solving, low self-esteem, PTSD /trauma personality disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.
I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy but use other evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation and will tailor my approach to each person's needs, using an individualized model of care.
I work with adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, problem-solving, low self-esteem, PTSD /trauma personality disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.
I am trained in psychodynamic psychotherapy but use other evidence-based practices such as cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), motivational Interviewing, and psychoeducation and will tailor my approach to each person's needs, using an individualized model of care.
I offer compassionate, non-judgmental treatment for adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, and substance use issues.
I have specialized training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques including Exposure Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I trained at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School and have worked in partial hospital programs, residential, and outpatient settings.
I offer compassionate, non-judgmental treatment for adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, OCD, depression, and substance use issues.
I have specialized training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques including Exposure Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. I trained at McLean Hospital/Harvard Medical School and have worked in partial hospital programs, residential, and outpatient settings.
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