

Headway partners with Cigna to bring affordable mental healthcare to Valley Stream residents, offering 7,526 providers across talk therapy and medication management. Many patients start sessions within days at copays around $30.
Michael Dorian Sanchez is a bilingual Licensed Mental Health Counselor with NYS qualification for Diagnostic Privilege, who works with adolescents and adults suffering from trauma, depression, anxiety, severe/persistent mental illness, phase of life transitions and complications, grief, relationship difficulties, ADHD, and general mental health issues. Alternatively, Michael also has experience supervising other clinicians, as well as allocating time to teaching Mental Health graduate students, as an Adjunct Professor with CUNY.
I hold a BS Degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Cornell University and an MA in Art Therapy from NYU. I am licensed by the State of NY and nationally Board Certified by ATCB. Fluent in Italian; Certificate in Trauma and Creative Arts; IFS-informed, post-Master's level trainings in CBT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and IMAGO relationship therapy. 20 years experience with people from 3-99. Creative, empathic and client-centered, your treatment will be as unique as you are.
It's very difficult to be in stressful situations that can cause lots of anxiety and self-doubt. Perhaps you're looking for something more than advice from family and friends. If you're looking for a warm and inviting counseling atmosphere, I am eager to work with you to develop effective coping skills and a greater self-awareness to reach your full potential. Together, you and I can work to set goals that are appropriate and attainable for you, at your pace. For therapy to be effective for you, I work hard to build genuine and long lasting trust.
I have experience working with clients who have suffered from anxiety, depression, and marital issues. Additionally, I believe that cultural factors are critical to the way we navigate through life. I work hard to address cultural matters, to understand how these may impact our perception of the world.
Call me for a free consultation where we can discuss your needs and goals. For your convenience, I offer online counseling. También, ofrezco servicios en español. Llamame para discutir tus metas.
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.
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Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Staten Island, 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.
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.



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