Find a therapist in Merrick, NY — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Merrick, NY accepting new patients
Merrick residents can access therapy and medication management through Headway's network of 8,438 providers. Serving neighborhoods like Bellmore, Freeport, and Baldwin, we offer flexible scheduling with availability as soon as next day. Work with insurance to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
As a License Clinical Social Worker, I am dedicated to helping adults navigate emotional issues, life challenges, anxiety and more. I bring compassionate client-centered approach, to provide a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel comfortable to share their story and be heard in an effort to help them build resilience and allow them to take the risk to invest in their ability to grow and make changes that lead to a more positive sense of self.
I am a board certified Mental Health Counselor who works with individuals and couples and provides care for patients who struggle with interpersonal relationships, depression and anxiety. I studied at Brooklyn College, where I obtained a MA in Mental Health Counseling. I also worked in the profession for over four years, where I established my objection relations & cognitive restructuring techniques that have been a crucial part of my practice and my patients' success and progress.
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.
Gila Schwartz is a therapist located on Long Island, NY. A psychologist focuses on the evaluation, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental, emotional and behavioral health issues. A clinical psychologist uses psychotherapy and other counseling skills to improve emotional and mental health.
As a clinical psychologist, I assist patients in reshaping negative thought and behavior patterns in a judgement free setting.
I have worked within the mental health field as a school psychologist and a licensed mental health professional for almost 30 years. my experience includes, but is not limited to, anxiety, depression, children and adolescents, parenting skills, self-esteem, empowerment, life transitions, and divorce.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Merrick, NY
- 98%Anxiety
- 96%Depression
- 86%Stress management
- 85%Relationship issues
- 80%Family issues
- 96%Aetna
- 88%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 81%Cigna
- 75%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 65%Oxford
- 96%English
- 16%Spanish
- 3%French
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 3%Hebrew
- 99%In-person or online
- 1%In-person only
- 80%Woman
- 20%Man
- 37%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 13%Clinical Psychologist
- 12%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 37%Family therapy
- 26%Child or adolescent therapy
- 24%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 Merrick
Finding the right therapist in Merrick starts with getting clear on what kind of support you're looking for. Whether you're seeking help with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or life transitions, look for a licensed provider who has experience with your specific concerns. Common provider types include licensed mental health counselors (LMHCs), licensed clinical social workers (LCSWs), psychologists, and psychiatrists — each with different training and areas of focus. Reading a provider's bio can help you understand their approach and decide if they're a good match.
Practical details matter, too. Consider whether you prefer in-person sessions in Merrick or the flexibility of virtual appointments, and look for a provider whose availability fits your schedule. If you'd like help with medication management alongside talk therapy, a psychiatrist or psychiatric nurse practitioner may be the right fit.
Therapy in the Merrick area can be expensive without coverage, but affordable options exist when you use your in-network insurance benefits. On Headway, you can enter your insurance details to see estimated session costs upfront, 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 who fits both your needs and your budget.
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