Addictions therapists in Providence, Rhode Island RI
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Substance Abuse
Danielle Farabaugh
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with clients to understand the thoughts, emotions, and behaviors that contribute to substance use or addictive patterns. Together, we develop practical strategies to manage cravings, cope with triggers, and build healthier routines. I provide support in setting realistic goals, strengthening motivation, and cultivating self-awareness, while fostering skills for long-term recovery. My goal is to help clients regain control, make empowered choices, and create a balanced, fulfilling life free from harmful patterns.
19 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
GRIS ALVES
Counselor/Therapist, Compassionate Inquiry, Trauma Informed Mindfulness Teacher
I specialize in working with addiction and substance use through a trauma-informed, nonjudgmental approach rooted in Compassionate Inquiry®. Rather than focusing solely on stopping behaviors, I help clients explore the emotional and nervous system roots of addiction—often shaped by childhood trauma, chronic stress, or unmet attachment needs. Clients seek my support when they are ready to understand their patterns with compassion, reduce shame, and develop healthier ways of relating to themselves, their emotions, and their recovery process.
11 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Substance Abuse
Dr. Walter J. Matweychuk
Psychologist, Ph.D.
I have written a book Overcoming Your Addictions which shows you how to apply the principles of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and CBT to your self-defeating addictions. To overcome an addiction you first need to learn to accept yourself unconditionally with your addiction. Your self-defeating addictive behavior does not diminish your worth as a person. Putting yourself down will not help you overcome your addiction. Secondly, you need to learn to build your discomfort tolerance for urges, develop a healthy network of friends who will not lead you back to your addiction, and a vitally absorbing interest in life that makes your life meaningful.
36 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Substance Abuse
Paul W Anderson, PhD
Psychologist, Licensed counseling psychologist, Licensed Addictions counselor, PsyPact
Substance abuse addiction is a disease that affects not only the user but his or her family members. Abstinence does not solve the problem. Instead, I can help you and your family develop a new lifestyle that does require the use of mood-altering substances. Please read my book “Bulletproof Recovery” to know more about how my approach can help you achieve peace of mind and serenity.
45 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island (Online Only)
Substance Abuse
Andrew McKenzie, Psy.D.
Psychologist
Problematic addictive behaviors rarely develop in isolation. Often they become a way of coping with painful emotions, difficult experiences, or patterns that once served a protective purpose. Together, we'll approach those struggles with curiosity rather than shame, while exploring what the addictive behavior has been helping you manage. Therapy can help you develop healthier, more flexible ways of responding to life's challenges so that you can gain the freedom to choose the life you want rather than the one addiction has created.
15 Years Experience
Online in Providence, RI Rhode Island
Providence is home to Brown University, Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and Providence College — together generating significant student mental health demand and a creative, intellectually engaged population that views therapy favorably and tends toward longer-term, exploratory work. The city has a large Cape Verdean and Latino community, with a significant Guatemalan and Dominican population that creates demand for culturally affirming, Spanish-speaking therapists who understand the particular dynamics of immigrant family life in New England. Rhode Island Hospital and Lifespan Health provide institutional mental health resources, while Brown's Warren Alpert Medical School maintains important psychiatric training programs. Providence's arts and hospitality economy creates consistent demand for therapists experienced with creative identity, economic precarity, and the mental health challenges of artists and performers.
Addictions therapists in Providence, Rhode Island Statistics
Addictions therapists in Providence, Rhode Island average 19 years of experience and charge around $218 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (67%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (40%), and Behavioral Therapy (33%).
Average years in practice
19 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$218
Accept insurance
46%
Offer sliding scale
46%
Gender ID
| 53% |
Male |
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| 43% |
Female |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 67% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 40% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 33% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 33% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 31% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 58% | Young Adult |
| 50% | Teen |
| 17% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Men |
| 48% | Women |
| 35% | LGBTQ+ |
| 33% | Military / Veterans |
| 29% | Persons with Disabilities |