Find a psychiatrist in Ronkonkoma, NY — covered by insurance
Top psychiatrists in Ronkonkoma, NY accepting new patients
Looking for therapy in Ronkonkoma's Lake Ronkonkoma, Selden, or Centereach neighborhoods? Headway offers flexible virtual and in-person sessions with 1,216 providers. Work with your insurance to access affordable mental health care, with many patients paying as low as $0 per session.
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.
Alicia Portuondo-Smith
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Roslyn Heights, NY
I am a Double Board-Certified nurse practitioner specializing in psychiatric mental health and family health. As a dedicated psychiatric nurse practitioner, I use an integrative and holistic approach to mental health. As a family nurse practitioner, I take into consideration how physical health impacts mood and relationships. I employ evidence-based medication management. Together, we can pinpoint what's causing you stress and navigate towards a balanced state. I employ brief supportive psychotherapy in every session to help patients manage their emotions, particularly those dealing with chronic illnesses or experiencing high levels of stress. By offering empathy and validation, I aim to strengthen coping mechanisms, boost resilience, and enhance overall mental well-being.
I am dual board-certified as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Family Nurse Practitioner. After several years of clinical practice, I earned my doctoral degree in 2021. My experience spans both behavioral and family health settings, including hospital-based behavioral health units, partial hospitalization programs, and intensive outpatient care.
I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of mental health conditions, including ADHD, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, OCD, panic disorder, and PTSD. My approach is grounded in evidence-based practice and emphasizes holistic, collaborative care.
Together, we will develop a personalized treatment plan tailored to your unique needs, goals, and values through a shared decision-making process.
I am committed to creating a supportive, nonjudgmental environment and to addressing disparities in mental health care. If you’re struggling, you don’t have to go through it alone. I’m here to support you with compassion, expertise, and care.
About our psychiatrists serving Ronkonkoma, NY
- 99%Depression
- 99%Anxiety
- 83%PTSD
- 81%ADD/ADHD
- 79%Bipolar disorder
- 99%Aetna
- 95%Cigna
- 85%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 84%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 70%United Healthcare
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 4%Haitian Creole
- 3%French
- 3%Hindi
- 92%Online only
- 7%In-person or online
- 74%Woman
- 26%Man
- 88%Nurse Practitioner
- 10%Medical Doctor
- 1%Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine
- 96%Individual therapy
- 16%Family therapy
- 6%Couples therapy
- 4%Child or adolescent therapy
Frequently asked questions
Find the right psychiatrist 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 Psychiatrist in Ronkonkoma, NY
Finding psychiatrists in Ronkonkoma starts with knowing what kind of mental health care fits your needs. Psychiatrists and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners can diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication, while therapists focus on talk therapy and support. Psychiatric care may include medication management, which involves reviewing symptoms, side effects, dosage, and how care fits with concerns like anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, or OCD. Some people start with a therapist, some start with a prescriber, and some work with both.
Ronkonkoma is close to Lake Ronkonkoma, Selden, Centereach, and other Suffolk County communities, but local psychiatrist availability may vary. Virtual appointments can expand your options across Long Island while still giving you access to licensed care from home. As you compare psychiatrists, look at appointment availability, whether they are accepting new patients, and whether they offer free phone consultations. Provider bios can also show how a psychiatrist communicates, what conditions they list, and whether they offer therapy in addition to medication management.
Psychiatric care in Ronkonkoma can be a significant expense without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before booking. Headway helps you search for psychiatrists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, and see estimated costs upfront. Every provider listed is accepting new patients, so you can review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you're already taking psychiatric medication and considering switching providers, talk to your current prescriber before changing or stopping any medication — most psychiatric medications shouldn't be stopped abruptly. Anyone experiencing thoughts of self-harm or in acute crisis should call 988 or go to the nearest emergency department rather than wait for an outpatient appointment.
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