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Top Aetna-covered therapists and psychiatrists in West Islip, NY

Headway makes Aetna-covered therapy accessible in West Islip and surrounding neighborhoods. With flexible scheduling and 8,086 providers, you can find the right fit for your mental health needs.

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
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

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Dr. Bruce Lowenstein

Dr. Bruce Lowenstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • New City, NY


“Feeling listened to and understood, accepted and supported as well as gently challenged when necessary, always with the goal of feeling better and living well.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Direct, Participatory, Warm
Pilar Verdesoto

Pilar Verdesoto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mahopac, NY


“I believe in an eclectic style, while working towards understanding our stories from the past and how these impact on our daily lives and our bio- psychosocial/emotional functioning.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

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Frances Handler-Igna

Frances Handler-Igna

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • Mahopac, NY


Hi! My name is Frances and I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Mahopac with over 30 years of experience

Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Relationship issues, Trauma
Empowering, Holistic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Meredith Pharis

Meredith Pharis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cortlandt, NY


Hi, and welcome! Through our work together, I look forward to learning more about you and your experience, and helping you to find your way confidently to a more fulfilling life. I work in partnership with my clients to develop the most effective goals for treatment and beyond. I’ve worked with people of all ages and backgrounds, and have extensive experience treating depression, anxiety and ADHD, amongst others.

Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Nancy Arocho-Mercado

Dr. Nancy Arocho-Mercado

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Peekskill, NY


“Born in Puerto Rico and raised in The Bronx, I am a bilingual (Spanish/English) clinical social worker with over 25 years of experience.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Dr. Lynn Bogin

Dr. Lynn Bogin

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Peekskill, NY


“I believe therapy is a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported as you work toward a more balanced and fulfilling life.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Jennifer Culley

Jennifer Culley

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Carmel Hamlet, NY


“My goal is that every client leaves their session with a sense of being heard, respected, and empowered.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Wade Hathaway

Wade Hathaway

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Nelsonville, NY


I am a therapist with over 30 years experience in the broader mental health field. I have worked with a wide array of individuals, couples and families from incredibly diverse backgrounds. Over the years I have practiced with or in communities, outpatient clinics, emergency response teams, EAP, psychiatric institutions and of course private practice. among the populations I have focused experience with include veterans, incarcerated individuals, LGBTQ+ , athletes, performing artists and business leaders.

Aetna + 7 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Natalie Napolitano-Navarra

Natalie Napolitano-Navarra

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cornwall-on-Hudson, NY


“My clients should know that I am easily relatable and non-judgmental. They should know that i am a good listener and will be there to help them find their way through their issues.”
Aetna + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Lauren Hawxhurst

Lauren Hawxhurst

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cornwall, NY


“My role as a counselor is to provide a space where clients can be vulnerable and open about the challenges they face...”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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AnnMarie Colandrea

AnnMarie Colandrea

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Cornwall, NY


“I have almost 25 years of experience in the human services field and love working with mature adolescents and young adults to help develop coping skills to deal with the stress of unpredictable and sometimes uncontrollable life situations.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Gloria Ginski

Gloria Ginski

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Warwick, NY


I strive to create a safe, supportive therapeutic environment that encourages healing and growth for my clients.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I hold my Masters degree from Alliance Graduate School of Counseling.

I have clinical experience treating individuals, couples, adolescents, children and families. I have treated various mental health disorders, such as, anxiety, depression, bi-polar, trauma, eating disorders, OCD and PTSD as well as couple and family conflict.

Aetna + 8 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Paula Southwell

Paula Southwell

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Chester, NY


“Living up to one's full potential is quest, a journey, where we learn along the way how to make ourselves better and stronger.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded
Meredith Millen

Meredith Millen

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Newburgh, NY


“My style is integrative; I draw from various theoretical schools of thought and utilize dimensions of therapeutic healing since different approaches are applicable to different people in different situations.”
Aetna + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Somer Saleh

Somer Saleh

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Finding the space to simply be can be hard, especially when you feel you don't fully belong, whether that is culturally, socially, or politically.”
Aetna + 1 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Katherine Saeli

Katherine Saeli

Therapist

Virtual • Cheektowaga, NY


“I have extensive training in Internal Family Systems. I specialize in treating PTSD, anxiety, life transitions, and depression.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Ashley Retta

Ashley Retta

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that our bodies hold our stories, and it is needed to incorporate body-based wisdom into therapy.”
Aetna + 1 others
Family issues, LGBTQIA+, PTSD, Relationship issues, Trauma
Affirming, Energetic, Humorous
Alma DeRosa

Alma DeRosa

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to empower you to explore healthy coping skills that will help you find the peace of mind you deserve.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, End of life care
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Karli Smith

Karli Smith

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Following sessions, you can expect to take away both emotional insights and practical tools, including increased self-awareness, emotional regulation tools, a sense of safety and control, and connection & validation.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anxiety, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues, Stress management
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mollie Rosenblum

Mollie Rosenblum

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“What my clients like most about me is my ability to connect and understand my clients as individuals, yet empower them to be accountable and responsible to make their own life choices and decisions.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Alisha Crawford

Alisha Crawford

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is collaborative, trauma informed and person-centered, creating a safe space for you to explore your experiences, emotions, and goals at your own pace.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Stress management, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Creative, Inquisitive

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jill Grant

Jill Grant

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Using motivational interviewing and solution-focused therapy, we will build rapport and skills so you will be empowered to navigate your life in a healthier way.”
Aetna + 3 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Participatory, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Valerie Mardi

Valerie Mardi

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to your unique needs, focusing on helping you navigate challenges and embrace your strengths.”
Aetna + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Doce

Lisa Doce

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have been working with children and families for over 30 years in many different settings such as residential, school and private practice.”
Aetna + 14 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Direct, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Lily Alpers

Dr. Lily Alpers

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“My primary goal in therapy is to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where you feel comfortable confronting challenges head-on.”
Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Challenging, Empowering, Warm
Lawanda Peterson

Lawanda Peterson

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I tailor treatment for clients based on individual needs and goals while leading with a strengths-based approach.”
Aetna + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Pratik Jain

Dr. Pratik Jain

Psychiatrist

Virtual • New York


“I am passionate and provide a safe, therapeutic environment for you to discuss your mental health needs.”
Aetna + 3 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Direct, Open-minded
Elya O'Bryan

Elya O'Bryan

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe and am passionate about meeting my clients where they are at in life and working collaboratively to progress toward their identified goals.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Humorous
Jennifer German

Jennifer German

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I'm a Spanish-speaking mental health counselor who believes therapy should be both meaningful and supportive.”
Aetna + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samantha Butler

Samantha Butler

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Life transitions can quietly (or not so quietly) stir up anxiety, sadness, or a feeling of being stuck. When those feelings linger, it can feel heavy and isolating. You don't have to carry that on your own.

Aetna + 5 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Jeffrey Schweitzer

Dr. Jeffrey Schweitzer

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


Welcome. If you’ve come this far, I imagine you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, and frustrated - that life lacks in the meaning, vitality, and belonging that you would desire for yourself. Sometimes, despite our best efforts to overcome our problems, we can feel lost and demoralized. Should this resonate with your experience, allow me to share about my practice and how I might help. I am a clinical psychologist with a broad range of expertise and specialize in trauma, loss, and related problems of identity, relationships, and meaning.

Aetna + 1 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Inquisitive, Participatory

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Daniela Gemal

Daniela Gemal

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Together, we'll work toward rediscovering relief, strength, and even the smile you may have thought was lost.”
Aetna + 4 others
Anxiety, Grief or loss, Infertility, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Andrea Aware

Andrea Aware

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My goal is to create a space where you feel genuinely understood while helping you reconnect with your strengths and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.”
Aetna + 7 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Empowering, Holistic, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Ingrid Berihuete

Ingrid Berihuete

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hello, my name is Ingrid Berihuete, LMHC-D, NCC (certified). I am a bilingual licensed mental health counselor. I have years of experience in mental health therapy and social services.

Aetna + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Zunaira Mian

Zunaira Mian

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Through our work together, I can assist you in building coping strategies, gaining insight, and building confidence through a strength prospective lens.”
Aetna + 6 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, OCD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Solomon Weinreb

Solomon Weinreb

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Over the course therapy, Clients can expect to develop more effective thinking patterns, positive outlook, and greater confidence in their ability to face and overcome life's challenges.”
Aetna + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Takara Rooks

Takara Rooks

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Therapy is a relationship that when done properly, can reshape lives, and bring new perspectives to an issue.”
Aetna + 12 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

What type of therapy does Aetna cover?

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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Affordable care that fits you — and your Aetna plan

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

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