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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Merrick, NY

Find Aetna-covered therapy in Merrick with copays as low as $0-$30 per session. Headway connects you with 8,085 licensed providers offering virtual and in-person care, with many available for consultations within days.

Lauren Froitzheim

Lauren Froitzheim

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Sayville, NY


“I am a NY Licensed Social Worker with 30 years experience in Anxiety, depression, addictions, woman's issues, relationship and job issues.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Dr. Yasminda Downer-Muse

Dr. Yasminda Downer-Muse

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Dobbs Ferry, NY


“You can expect compassionate, client-centered care focused on helping you develop a deeper understanding of your mental health.”
Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Formanek

Samuel Formanek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Dobbs Ferry, NY


“I am interested in providing the most conducive setting for people to cultivate their innate creativity, intelligence, and courage in navigating life's challenges.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Heather Siegel

Heather Siegel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Staten Island, NY


“I believe in seeing each person who comes to therapy as a whole human being—not just a diagnosis or a set of problems.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Cyrano Patton

Dr. Cyrano Patton

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“I earned my PhD in Clinical Psychology with a specialty in emotional and interpersonal regulation...”
Aetna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Lauren Fanwick

Lauren Fanwick

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • West Sayville, NY


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and non-judgmental, with a focus on building a safe space for you to explore your emotions, develop coping mechanisms, and enhance your overall well-being.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Dr. Elizabeth Raffanello

Dr. Elizabeth Raffanello

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Setauket- East Setauket, NY


“I am passionate about evidence-based therapies, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and acceptance and mindfulness-based approaches.”
Aetna + 2 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yara Adam-Whiter

Yara Adam-Whiter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I believe in creating a collaborative, non-judgmental, supportive therapeutic environment to build a trusting relationship that leads to the empowerment and growth of the client.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Geraldine Espinoza

Geraldine Espinoza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“My goal is to gain an in-depth knowledge of your specific needs using our talk space to deepen self-awareness, provide psychoeducation, and empathically nurture growth...”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Evan Haun

Evan Haun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Setauket- East Setauket, NY


“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.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Hyra Kameraj

Hyra Kameraj

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Irvington, NY


“Humanistic approach; during my sessions I use active listening skills, empathy, spirituality, Gestalt techniques, Craniosacral massage, breathing/mediation techniques, and tarot cards.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Alyse Parise

Alyse Parise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Setauket- East Setauket, NY


“I believe that any healing won't occur without you finding compassion for yourself in facing life's challenges.”
Aetna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Infertility
Creative, Empowering, Participatory
Dr. Mueen Ahmad

Dr. Mueen Ahmad

Psychiatrist

In-person • 19 mi away • Central Islip, NY


“Mental health is the backbone of a sound mind and body. An untreated illness can have long-term complications.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Grief or loss
Direct, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Raoul Ramirez

Raoul Ramirez

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Jefferson, NY


“I experience great joy and satisfaction when my clients experience that insightful moment; that realization that their thoughts do not define them.”
Aetna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Warm
Sabrina Spotorno

Sabrina Spotorno

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Jefferson, NY


“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.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Christina Pantzer

Christina Pantzer

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • New York, NY


“I aim to create a warm, collaborative environment in which we work together towards your individualized goals.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Adrianne Horowitz

Dr. Adrianne Horowitz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


“I believe therapy should be a place where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Amy Calmann

Amy Calmann

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“I've been in this field for 15+ years and have successfully treated those experiencing a wide range of difficulties.”
Accepts Aetna insurance
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Lindsay Herzog

Lindsay Herzog

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Jefferson, NY


“I help them do this by creating a non-judgmental space in which my clients feel comfortable no matter what they are bringing to session.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Brittany Shillingford

Brittany Shillingford

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Jefferson, NY


“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.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Thomas Watrucki

Thomas Watrucki

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“I take an integrative approach, blending evidence-based psychiatric care with holistic strategies to address mental, emotional, and physical well-being.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Denis Eder

Denis Eder

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


I view therapy as a collaborative process where clients are invited to make sense of their experiences in a way that feels authentic to them. Rather than directing the process, I focus on creating a supportive environment where individuals can speak openly, reflect at their own pace, and gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. In the midst of busy and often overwhelming daily life, having intentional time to pause and look inward can be a powerful part of personal growth.

Creating room for reflection can open the door to new perspectives and a deeper awareness of internal experiences. As clients begin to better understand their emotional responses and patterns, they often find greater clarity in how they relate to themselves and others. This increased awareness can support more intentional decision-making and help guide the next steps in their personal growth.

Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
April Harvin

April Harvin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is collaborative, affirming, nonjudgmental, and highly attuned to who you are and where you are in your life.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Creative, Empowering

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Susanne Carmello

Susanne Carmello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Port Jefferson, NY


“I offer individual, couple, and family therapy that is designed in collaboration with you to build on your strengths and meet your unique goals.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Seria Mullen

Seria Mullen

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


Seria is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with licenses in New York and Georgia. With extensive experience in evaluating adolescents, adults, and geriatric individuals across diverse clinic settings. Seria brings a wealth of expertise to her practice. Notably, she holds the unique privilege of prescribing medical marijuana for PTSD, showcasing her comprehensive approach to treatment.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Jennifer Lerner

Jennifer Lerner

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


“My goal is to give my clients the tools that they will be able to utilize in order to arrive at healthy decision making and positive thought processes independently.”
Aetna + 4 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Richard Scala

Richard Scala

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Staten Island, NY


“I believe therapy should be a save place, free of judgement, where one can discuss their problems and find real solutions to life's problems.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stephanie Cooke

Stephanie Cooke

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Sinai, NY


“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.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Richard Karelis

Richard Karelis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Sinai, NY


“I help them first to understand their problems more fully so as to facilitate the changes they are seeking.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Toni-Ann Mule

Toni-Ann Mule

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 27 mi away • Holbrook, NY


“I have approximately eleven years of experience in the mental health field working with adolescents, adults, families, DV survivors, foster youth, residential placements, and school counseling centers...”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Kate O'Donovan-Cook

Kate O'Donovan-Cook

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Sleepy Hollow, NY


“I believe therapy should be both stabilizing and transformative, helping you build coping strategies while also moving toward greater clarity, agency, and meaningful change.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Direct, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Tarak Patel

Dr. Tarak Patel

Psychiatrist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Long Is City, NY


“I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist, a former Medical Director, and ER Attending that offers simple practical evidence-based treatments...”
Aetna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Linda Orji

Linda Orji

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Harrison, NY


I’m Linda Orji, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) with over Eleven years of experience in health care. I earned my Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Rochester in Rochester, NY. Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of caring for individuals with both medical and psychiatric conditions, which deepened my understanding of the powerful connection between the mind, body, and overall well-being.

Aetna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Vincent Lopreto

Vincent Lopreto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • West Sayville, NY


“My goal is simple: incorporate strength-based collaborative approach that creates insight through self-exploration, motivates positive change, and allows you to achieve harmony and a happier life.”
Aetna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mario Ismael Espinoza

Mario Ismael Espinoza

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


Mario's experience in concert dance, movement healing, Neurosomatic Intelligence, catholic upbringing and curanderismo, makes Mario an ideal therapist for people looking to strengthen their relationship between Mind, Body, and Spirit.

Mario has worked with performing artists, adolescents, couples, immigrant families, older adults and QTBIPOC, in English, Spanish & Spanglish, addressing symptoms of anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and trauma. Mario's approach is pluralistic, body-centered and spiritually-sensitive.

Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Charles Bonerbo

Charles Bonerbo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe it is my job as your therapist to create an environment where you feel safe and supported sharing your thoughts, emotions, fears and traumas so that we can work through them together.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Susan Fitzsimmons

Susan Fitzsimmons

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pleasantville, NY


“I listen and work collaboratively with clients in a person-centered approach to address issues in positive ways, handle stressors, develop awareness of thoughts and traits that are not beneficial, and focus on caring for one's self.”
Aetna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Inquisitive, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Antonio Cintron

Antonio Cintron

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Pleasantville, NY


“I believe therapy should meet you where you are. At the core of my work is a person-centered, culturally-sensitive, and trauma-affirming philosophy...”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Open-minded
James McAllister

James McAllister

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


“James employs a patient-centered and adaptable approach to therapy; he firmly believes that there is no one-size-fits-all solution when it comes to mental health.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, LGBTQIA+
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Jason Kruk

Dr. Jason Kruk

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • New York, NY


I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in individual and couples therapy. I have over twenty years of experience working with a wide variety of clinical problems. I am most interested in working with individuals who are curious about themselves and who believe that they may find some relief from their struggles by examining their thoughts and feelings in the context of their relational history.


Accepts Aetna insurance
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm

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Aetna plans can vary, but many cover a range of therapy types. Below are some common options that may be included in your coverage.
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