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Top Cigna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Merrick, NY

Access mental health support in Merrick with Cigna coverage through Headway's network of 7,529 licensed providers. Sessions can be conducted in-person or virtually, with copays as low as $0-$30, and many providers offer free consultations to help you get started.

Jennifer Nussbaum

Jennifer Nussbaum

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Huntington Station, NY


“I bring compassion, humor & evidence based therapeutic strategies to support individuals in finding clarity, balance and fulfillment in their lives.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Sandy Baker

Sandy Baker

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Glen Cove, NY


“I act as an open-minded, non-judgement, unbiased third party who can help you reflect and help guide you toward a safe and healing environment tailored to you...”
Cigna + 16 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded
Lina Meza-Murillo

Lina Meza-Murillo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Staten Island, NY


“I strive to create a safe and nurturing environment in which one feels supported in their efforts to change as well as connected with one's strengths.”
Cigna + 1 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Diabetes
Creative, Solution-oriented, Warm
Kayla Nelson

Kayla Nelson

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Huntington, NY


“I take a mixed approach to therapy, providing a supportive environment for talk therapy as well as providing solution focused behavioral interventions.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Andrea Zafonte

Andrea Zafonte

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Huntington, NY


“Each Patient will have their treatment tailored to your individual and medical needs based on evidence based practice best suited for you.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dominique Jackson

Dominique Jackson

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 14 mi away • Glen Cove, NY


  • I am a Daughter, Sister, Mother, & Ally.
  • I was educated at the Hunter Bellevue School of Nursing in Manhattan, New York City, NY.
  • My background is in Psychiatric & Correctional Healthcare.
  • I offer Specialized ADHD/Autism 1:1 Weekly Coaching, Leucovorin & FRAT testing!
  • Also, Medication Management, Talk Therapy, Goal Setting, Time Management, Fertility Support, Special Education Advocate, Weight Management, Confidential Religious Crisis Guidance.
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Holistic, Solution-oriented

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Jean Melconian

Jean Melconian

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Dix Hills, NY


“I believe that every child has a unique voice, and through art, they can begin to understand and communicate their inner world.”
Cigna + 1 others
Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Esther Jhun

Esther Jhun

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 12 mi away • Manhasset, NY


“I've been described as warm and approachable. My hope for clients is to be empowered so they can take ownership of their own lives.”
Cigna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Inquisitive, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Robert Babich

Robert Babich

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Whitestone, NY


“My primary focus involves establishing a strong therapeutic relationship that allows freedom of expression and exploration within a warm, discreet, safe, and non-judgmental container.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Callie McGaw

Callie McGaw

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Cold Spring Harbor, NY


I have had the privilege of working as an individual and group therapist in numerous therapeutic settings. These experiences have allowed me to utilize various treatment modalities in order to empower the individuals I work with.

I recognize that everyone’s experiences are unique and personal. My approach is tailored to fit an individual's specific needs. It is my goal to provide you with a safe and supportive environment to help you identify, explore, and address what thoughts and behaviors may be interfering with living a balanced life. Through our work together, you will learn helpful tools and insights that will provide a sense of well-being that can help you achieve your personal goals in treatment.

I aim to empower you, provide you with useful strategies for success, and ultimately assist you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself and what may be holding you back from reaching your individualized happiness. As we work together, you'll never have to feel alone on your journey to self-improvement and personal insight.

Cigna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Ingrid Luna

Ingrid Luna

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 13 mi away • West Islip, NY


“I am a bilingual, board-certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with over 14 years of experience in Psychiatry.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dawn Buratynski

Dawn Buratynski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Bay Shore, NY


“I have made it my priority to provide a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment to help individuals overcome the everyday wars they face inside.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Ingrid McFarlane

Ingrid McFarlane

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Huntington, NY


“I believe that you have all the resources you need to make great changes in your life. In therapy, we will identify, strengthen and transform the skills that you already possess into powerful resources.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Lauren Sammis

Lauren Sammis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Huntington, NY


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

Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
David Levine

David Levine

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Huntington, NY


“I love working with couples, creatives and people who have 'character disorders' such as narcissism and borderline personality disorder.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Dr. Thomas Vacchio

Dr. Thomas Vacchio

Psychologist

In-person • 16 mi away • Huntington, NY


“Dr. Vacchio believes in a collaborative approach to treatment, with a strong emphasis on cultivating, developing and enhancing the therapeutic relationship.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lara Hunter

Lara Hunter

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Commack, NY


“Lara's warm, empathetic but practical approach empowers people to achieve their goals and improve their sense of well-being.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Holistic, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nicholas Morales

Nicholas Morales

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 15 mi away • Flushing, NY


“Passionate and dedicated Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with extensive experience providing compassionate, client-centered care to individuals, couples, and families.”
Cigna + 2 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Open-minded, Participatory, Solution-oriented
Sibimol Niravath

Sibimol Niravath

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 18 mi away • Commack, NY


“I am passionate about tailoring treatment to each client's unique needs, empowering them on their journey toward mental wellness.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded
Scott Murphy

Scott Murphy

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 16 mi away • Huntington, NY


“I believe all people are unique and work to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals to discover strategies that work for them.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Krystal Ortiz

Krystal Ortiz

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 17 mi away • Rego Park, NY


“My work is about helping you release those layers so you can remember who you really are — powerful, whole, and destined for more.”
Cigna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Holistic, Humorous
Anna Tello

Anna Tello

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Elmhurst, NY


“We focus on the connection between the mind, body and spirit and the role that spirituality plays in emotional health and well-being.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Holistic, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Cathy Randolph

Cathy Randolph

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Hauppauge, NY


Hello! My name is Cathy Randolph and I am a Board-Certified Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I developed my passion for mental health during my journey working with veterans in residential PTSD and Substance abuse programs. My specialties include, but are not limited to treating and managing PTSD, Substance abuse, ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and adjustment disorder. I am also a Medicinal Marijuana clinician.

Cigna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Erin Drinkwater

Erin Drinkwater

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • East Islip, NY


“I am passionate about helping others develop the inner peace and confidence needed to lead a healthy and purposeful life.”
Cigna + 11 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chana Kahn

Chana Kahn

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I use empathy and warmth to cultivate a safe, non-judgmental space where you can freely process and heal.”
Cigna + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Colleen McKechnie

Dr. Colleen McKechnie

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Northport, NY


“I work to teach patients how to explore their unique experience and verbalize their feelings. Through this process, patients feel both empowered and understood.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Roxanne Gonzalez-McGivney

Roxanne Gonzalez-McGivney

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Commack, NY


“I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience working in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and private practice with adults, from all walks of life, to help them lead healthier and more...”
Cigna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Maria Schreiber

Maria Schreiber

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Woodside, NY


“My goal is to help you reconnect with your strengths, understand your experiences, and move toward a more grounded and fulfilling life.”
Cigna + 4 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Melissa Thomas

Melissa Thomas

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • Kings Park, NY


“I have a special passion for women's mental health and supporting individuals through the postpartum period.”
Cigna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Maternal mental health
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Caitlin McGowan

Caitlin McGowan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Northport, NY


“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...”
Cigna + 11 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Dr. Robert Reiner

Dr. Robert Reiner

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 22 mi away • New York, NY


“You will not only get a place where you can safely unburden yourself, but you will receive a structured solution oriented treatment plan, derived from clinical interviews and psychological testing.”
Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Humorous, Solution-oriented, Warm
Caitlin Clouse

Caitlin Clouse

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • Kings Park, NY


“I'm a therapist who genuinely believes in the resilience and capacity for growth within every person.”
Cigna + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Marcelino Guillen

Marcelino Guillen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 20 mi away • The Bronx, NY


“I focus on helping you recognize how your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are connected—and how to shift patterns that keep you stuck.”
Cigna + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Energetic, Open-minded, Warm
Georgia Trimikliniotis

Georgia Trimikliniotis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Astoria, NY


“I use empathy and understanding to help my clients navigate their challenges. My sessions are conducted in an open and safe environment that encourages communication, creativity, and honesty.”
Cigna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kevin Obi

Kevin Obi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • The Bronx, NY


“My goal is to empower clients to take an active role in their mental health journey and equip them with the tools they need to thrive.”
Cigna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Abdel Michel

Abdel Michel

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • New Rochelle, NY


“I am a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) with 2 years of experience in advanced practice and 16 years as a dedicated Psychiatric Registered Nurse.”
Cigna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Stress management
Empowering, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Yehuda Kowalsky

Yehuda Kowalsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


Are you... A young adult struggling in the attempt to to navigate life transitions, school, the workforce, family life or other issues?
Or a couple having trouble finding the right words to communicate and find expression in your relationship?
You can thrive.



Hi! I’m Hudi Kowalsky, a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with a passion to help teens and young adults find meaning and purpose in their lives.



How my practice is different:


Goal Focused Therapy. I believe in short, goal-focused therapy. That’s why, we set goals and together we hit the ground running. If you put in the work, you’ll see results within 12 weeks. I know that’s a bold statement, but my past clients can attest to that.


Client Feedback. I check in periodically on your thoughts about the process. I want to hear from you, what’s working? What isn’t? Is there anything that you’d like to see different? And then I tweak it accordingly.



I know it can be hard to find the right therapist. Maybe you think it’s only for people with “serious” issues. Maybe you’ve been to a few therapists but you didn’t see change and you’re wondering what another therapist can offer you. Maybe you’re afraid of what people will think of you if you go to therapy. Maybe you’re not sure therapy is worth the investment.



I understand. That’s why I’m here to answer any questions you may have prior to booking an intake session.

Cigna + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Fritzner Montalmant

Dr. Fritzner Montalmant

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 21 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I work diligently with my patients and firmly believe in active listening / empathy to form genuine partnerships with each one.”
Cigna + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Mollie Aklepi

Mollie Aklepi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I am here to be your teammate, providing a safe, inclusive space where you can build a life that feels genuinely yours.”
Cigna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chamin Ajjan

Chamin Ajjan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


Hi, I’m Chamin!

I bring over 25 years of experience to my work with individuals, couples, and groups, helping them move from feeling overwhelmed to truly empowered. My expertise has led to regular media contributions on platforms like The TODAY Show and CBS Sunday Morning, and I am the author of Seeking Soulmate: Ditch the Dating Game and Find Real Connection. I founded Chamin Ajjan Psychotherapy to provide a warm, welcoming, and supportive space where clinical excellence meets compassionate care and a little pop culture when I can throw it in. We are the regional clinic for the National Social Anxiety Center providing evidence-based treatment that upholds the rigorous standards of the organization. I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with a collaboration rooted in deep experience and practical, effective tools.

Cigna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does Cigna cover?

Cigna 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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Cigna plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with Cigna — from finding the right therapist or psychiatrist, to understanding costs, to booking your first session.

1 Cost may vary based on your location, age, and insurance coverage.