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“I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients and families, to help them achieve their goals, and maximize their overall quality of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a bilingual, board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience in Psychiatry.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Do you notice patterns of behaviors that you are unsatisfied with? Therapy is a significant step towards working through and facing life's most difficult challenges. I have worked with adults, adolescents and children treating issues of adjustment, self-doubt, mood swings, trauma and anxiety attacks. When you approach the therapeutic process with curiosity, you can grow, heal, and thrive.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I believe that every child has a unique voice, and through art, they can begin to understand and communicate their inner world.”
Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“I create a compassionate and confidential space to explore your thoughts, rediscover your strengths, and heal at your own pace.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Direct, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a solution-focused therapist I honor the interconnection of Mind, Body and Spirit by applying complementary approaches and techniques (cognitive, behavioral, analytical, EMDR)”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“Its also extremely important for you.... as the client to feel comfortable with whom you are sharing your concerns with....that comfortability goes along way in the process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Introduce yourself to help prospective clients learn about you and your practice. We recommend including your professional background, education and any specific treatment areas you specialize in.
Anxiety, Depression, Men's issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am trained in cognitive-behavioral strategies, and skilled at creating a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment for you to talk about personal and upsetting situations and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
“My approach integrates evidenced-based medication management with supportive, problem-focused psychotherapy to help patients overcome challenges, build resilience, and achieve meaningful and lasting improvement in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, OCD
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I provide a supportive, respectful and accepting space where you can feel safe to explore your thoughts, feelings and behaviors.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach to therapy will always remain warm, creative, light-hearted and rooted in safety and connection.”
Anxiety, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My goal in treatment is for you to find your best quality of life and be able to overcome life's challenges and obstacles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“My therapeutic approach is a strength-based and solution-focused model of support that is geared toward identifying strategies to help people better manage their own personal emotions, while simultaneously strengthening their bonds with partners and...”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I believe that healing happens through connection, and I strive to create a welcoming, nonjudgmental space where you can feel safe to explore, grow, and thrive.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“As a mother, therapist and former school counselor, with over 23 years in the field, I truly understand what it is like to be on all sides.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I integrate techniques like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and empathic listening to understand your unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I believe that the connection between the client and clinician is the grounding force of any therapeutic relationship.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I'm a therapist who genuinely believes in the resilience and capacity for growth within every person.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe therapy is a collaborative and reflective process, where my role is to support you in identifying goals and overcome impediments to those goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am a licensed psychologist specializing in working with teens, young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, ADHD and chronic illness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I work to teach patients how to explore their unique experience and verbalize their feelings. Through this process, patients feel both empowered and understood.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“A simple approach to therapy, which seems to be extremely effective, is to stay where my clients lead and/or need to me to go...”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and mindfulness-based approaches.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Life should be more than the absence of pain or stress. Together we'll focus not just on symptom relief, but on helping you regain a sense of clarity, control, and purpose.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs, empowering them on their journey toward mental wellness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I love helping people uncover their untapped strengths and resources and to assist in guiding them through life's many difficulties.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I'm a therapist committed to creating a warm and inviting environment where you can be yourself, open up, and have a laugh while discussing difficult issues.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I experience great joy and satisfaction when my clients experience that insightful moment; that realization that their thoughts do not define them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I believe each patients' goals for therapy are unique to them and I am determined to help each patient achieve those goals in any way I can.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I hold your story with gratitude and work from the premise that you already have the answers and vision for how to live your most authentic life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My clients would say I listen earnestly, honor their expressed needs, am approachable, and create a safe space for them to explore the concerns that brought them to therapy.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am committed to fostering an inclusive and affirming therapeutic environment where individuals of diverse backgrounds, identities, and experiences feel supported and respected.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
I have a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology and Sociology. I have recieved my Master's Degree in Social Work from Adelphi University. I have worked in Private Practice for several years and as an LCSW, I have extensive experience and training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Internal Family Systems therapy. I specialize in various areas such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions and adjustments, personality and mood disorders.
18+ only
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I will create a warm and safe space that is judgement free for you to work on your goals and get the outcomes that you want.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I work collaboratively with clients to help them better understand themselves, regulate emotions, improve relationships, and develop practical coping skills in a supportive and compassionate environment.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I do not see people as problems to be fixed, but as capable individuals navigating complex experiences.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, OCD
Direct, Humorous, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“My clients often describe me as down to earth and approachable, perhaps because I treat my clients the way I would hope a family member in need would be.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Humorous, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I take a mixed approach to therapy, providing a supportive environment for talk therapy as well as providing solution focused behavioral interventions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“The environment I like to create is a safe space to speak openly, feel supported and work to build achievable treatment goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of East Islip, NY
Number of therapists within 20 miles of East Islip, NY
114+
Average years in practice
12 years
Top specialties offered
- 97%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 85%Relationship issues
- 82%Stress management
- 78%Family issues
Insurances accepted
- 94%Aetna
- 85%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 83%Cigna
- 70%United Healthcare
- 69%Oxford
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 7%Spanish
- 2%French
- 2%Haitian Creole
- 1%Italian
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
License types
- 38%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 14%Clinical Psychologist
- 11%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 29%Family therapy
- 27%Child or adolescent therapy
- 11%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right therapist for you
Headway makes it easy to find support for your mental health — from finding the right provider, to understanding costs, to scheduling with ease.
Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in East Islip
Finding the right therapist in East Islip starts with getting clear on what you're looking for. Consider the concerns you want to address — such as anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions — and look for a licensed provider who has experience in those areas. In Suffolk County, common provider types include licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), and psychologists, each with different training backgrounds. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and whether they might be a good match.
Practical details matter, too. Think about whether you prefer in-person sessions in the East Islip area or virtual appointments from home, and what days and times work with your schedule. If you're considering couples or family therapy, confirm that the provider offers those formats. A free phone consultation — when available — can help you get a sense of a provider's style before committing to a full session.
Therapy on Long Island can be expensive without coverage, but using your in-network insurance benefits is one of the most reliable ways to reduce what you pay out of pocket. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs before you book, and many patients pay as low as $0 per visit. Nationally, Headway partners with over 100 insurance plans, making it easier to find a therapist in East Islip who fits both your clinical needs and your budget.
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