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Top United Healthcare-covered therapists and psychiatrists in Hempstead, NY

Find UnitedHealthcare-covered therapy in Hempstead with copays between $0-$40 per session. Headway connects you with 4,699 licensed providers nationwide for virtual or in-person care, with many offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Tiara Thomas

Tiara Thomas

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I view therapy as a collaborative and transformative process, where the therapist and client work together in a supportive, non-judgmental space to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors.

United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Laura Zerafa

Laura Zerafa

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I utilize evidence based practices to assist parents and parents- to - be in navigating their way through parenthood while managing the mental health struggles that can present during that time.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Infertility
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Laura Preskin

Laura Preskin

Therapist

Virtual • New York


I specialize in helping adults struggling with parenting and other issues including: addiction, anxiety, trauma, depression and codependency. If you are overwhelmed and frustrated get in touch with me. l will help you with resources, tools and strategies.

United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm

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Hannah Cochran

Hannah Cochran

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“My treatment philosophy integrates psychopharmacology, therapeutic techniques, and alternative holistic methods.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Lynn Pinkham

Dr. Lynn Pinkham

Psychologist

Virtual • New York, NY


“I aim to help each person rediscover joy and pleasure in their lives, alter self-destructive patterns, increase career satisfaction, and find a stronger sense of self and personal worth.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues, Panic disorders
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

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Victoria Pierre-Jean

Victoria Pierre-Jean

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to walk alongside them by offering tools, perspective, and encouragement as they move toward meaningful change.”
United Healthcare + 16 others
Anxiety, Depression, Relationship issues, Stress management, Trauma
Creative, Direct, Solution-oriented
Christina Wagner

Christina Wagner

Therapist

Virtual • New York


Hello! My name is Christina and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. I graduated from The University at Albany with my Masters Degree and have over 9 years of experience working with youth and adults in many different settings. My work fosters a safe, gentle and non-judgmental learning environment for all of my clients.

United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Dr. Sandra Risoldi

Dr. Sandra Risoldi

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York, NY


Able to see patients in FL, NY, and MD, both in-person and telehealth. We offer psychiatry, psychotherapy, and weight management. Our goal is to help patients feel comfortable and work through the challenges they may face, as a team. For more information about our practice, please visit JustPsych.com or call the practice at 888-530-1120 to schedule an appointment.

United Healthcare + 5 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Karlin Walcott

Karlin Walcott

Therapist

Virtual • The Bronx, NY


“I use a person centered approach to guide you to achieve your goals. My focus is to explore and work on your areas of need and mobilize your strengths.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Relationship issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Lyudmila Kim

Lyudmila Kim

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My work is grounded in a deep belief that a strong therapeutic relationship is what makes healing possible.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Holistic, Warm
Angela Prestigiacomo

Angela Prestigiacomo

Therapist

Virtual • Flushing, NY


“Clients dealing with sadness, anxiety and dealing with history of trauma are people I empathize with well, and help develop tools to cope and persevere.”
United Healthcare + 4 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Empowering, Participatory
Dwayne Brown

Dwayne Brown

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“Together we will identify and navigate unhelpful patterns, thoughts and behaviors that may be affecting your ability to move forward in life.”
United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented

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Kelsey Newhook

Kelsey Newhook

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I specialize working in OCD/ERP and also have worked with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, autism, life transitions, young adults, queer, and geriatric clients.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Debbedo Brown

Debbedo Brown

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe that a person is the expert of his or her story and that he or she has many strengths that will assist them in overcoming things that challenge them.”
United Healthcare + 14 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Emmy Li

Emmy Li

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


“I aim to provide equal holistic care by integrating physical, emotional, and social well-being throughout your healing journey.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Holistic, Open-minded
Brendan McCaleb

Brendan McCaleb

Virtual • New York


“My specialty in working in the field of mental health and psychotherapy includes working with individuals with addiction and severe mental illness.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Substance use / addiction
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Katie Lyver

Katie Lyver

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • New York


I have 8 years of nursing experience working with children as young as 6 years and older across inpatient and outpatient settings. Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, ODD, bipolar and psychotic disorders are some of the areas I have expertise in.

I graduated from Hofstra University Nurse Practitioner Program and was recognized for The Academic Excellence Award for outstanding clinical and academic performance.

United Healthcare + 11 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Gary Pustel

Gary Pustel

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I work through an empathic and solution-focused lens, striving to engage my clients' minds towards healthy recentering and progress.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelly Dearborn

Kelly Dearborn

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I believe all people have a resilience we can access through talk therapy when faced with life's great emotional challenges.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Vince Markowsky

Vince Markowsky

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Brewerton, NY


“I am a very good listener and have great empathy for my clients, but I would have to say that I am primarily a directive counselor that gives a lot of direction and feedback to my clients, especially when they request for it.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Creative, Direct, Humorous
Lynette Sykora

Lynette Sykora

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


“We will collaborate together to decide what you want to work on or what you want your session to be, with some framework based on my theoretical approach and setting realistic goals together.”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Euraina Barnes

Dr. Euraina Barnes

Therapist

Virtual • New York, NY


I have a Ph.D. in Education. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and holistic practitioner with over 20 years of experience. I am a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping you. I’ve worked with those who struggled with emotional and social challenges, such as anxiety, anger management, communication skills, LGBTQ+, and self-esteem. I approach my work with multicultural competence and through a collaborative style.

United Healthcare + 9 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Holistic, Open-minded
Dr. Brian Kelly

Dr. Brian Kelly

Psychologist

Virtual • New York


“I have over 20 years of experience as a psychologist in a wide variety of settings (community health, outpatient, inpatient, and private practice).”
United Healthcare + 6 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Sakiyah Wright

Sakiyah Wright

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I have been a practicing psychotherapist for over ten years. I utilize evidenced based practices such as Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Judy Colucci

Judy Colucci

Therapist

Virtual • Staten Island, NY


“I have over 15 years of experience guiding adults, children and families through their most difficult times.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, Relationship issues
Affirming, Creative, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rebecca Halpern

Rebecca Halpern

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I don't believe therapy happens in a vacuum — the social, cultural, and political contexts of your life are part of the work.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Adah Schlectman

Adah Schlectman

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“With over sixteen years of experience, I have had the privilege of working with adults and have had success treating a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties and adjustment to life's changes.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Susan Frank

Susan Frank

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My work with you will be collaborative and interactive. Since I believe that it is important to balance nurturing and letting go, our sessions will prepare you to make progress and changes in your life.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Lynette Hector

Lynette Hector

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist my counseling sessions are geared to help you analyze your life's perspectives in order to gain freedom from mental and cyclical captivity which leads to relief and restoration.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Challenging, Holistic, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Corine Patti

Corine Patti

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I help clients focus on empowering themselves to make informed decisions for their mental health and overall well being.”
United Healthcare + 13 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Kiley Rose

Kiley Rose

Therapist

Virtual • New York


It takes strength and bravery to let others witness our suffering and I will honor that in our work together. I want to assist you in this journey by use of empathy, compassion, attunement and humor. I will help you to embrace your current state while also teaching you how to navigate, contain and process feelings. The focus of my work is to empower you to be the best version of yourself.


I specialize in attachment and developmental trauma, childhood/adulthood sexual abuse and domestic violence. I also have experience working with identity and sexuality, self-esteem, relationship conflicts, PTSD, anxiety and depression. I will help you to embody your emotional experience in order to feel relief and enhance personal growth.


My work has a psychodynamic framework with frequent use of Somatic Experiencing®, CBT, DBT, and mindfulness techniques. Please reach out for a free consultation. I welcome the opportunity to connect and look forward to hearing from you.

United Healthcare + 7 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Empowering, Humorous

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Kellie Rivera

Kellie Rivera

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“What clients can expect to take away from sessions are realistic goals and therapeutic coping skills tailored to their specific issues...”
United Healthcare + 10 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Jennifer Scheck

Jennifer Scheck

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I am a compassionate, person-centered therapist who will help you explore your life and feel empowered.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Shalini Singh

Shalini Singh

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“My approach combines the strengths of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Psychodynamic Therapy, allowing us to address and understand unhelpful patterns while also equipping you with personalized skills to build lasting confidence and resilience.”
United Healthcare + 9 others
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm

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Diane Kelly

Diane Kelly

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“You will learn tools to manage anxiety, promote relaxation and develop strategies to address unhelpful thoughts, emotions and behaviors.”
United Healthcare + 7 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Panic disorders, PTSD
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

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Sashauna Beckford

Sashauna Beckford

Therapist

Virtual • New York


“I provide a safe space that is relaxing, nonjudgemental. I have successfully helped many individuals in improving their emotional wellbeing.”
United Healthcare + 8 others
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dwayne Blake

Dwayne Blake

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Hempstead, NY


“I strive to create a safe, nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to thrive.”
United Healthcare + 10 others
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Tamisha Kelly

Tamisha Kelly

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual • Albany, NY


Hello! I’m Tamisha, a Board-Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) dedicated to helping individuals achieve mental wellness and balance.

With a Master of Science in Nursing from SUNY Stony Brook University, I specialize in treating Anxiety, OCD, Depression, ADHD, and Relationship Challenges through evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and medication management. I am deeply passionate about Women's and Men's Mental Health, offering personalized care tailored to each individual’s unique needs.

I believe in a holistic, compassionate, and results-driven approach, helping my clients regain control, build resilience, and thrive in all areas of life. Whether you're struggling with persistent worries, mood fluctuations, or focus issues, I’m here to guide you on your journey to mental clarity and well-being.

Let’s work together to create a treatment plan that works for you!

United Healthcare + 12 others
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Energetic, Holistic

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Allen Prenner

Allen Prenner

Therapist

Virtual • New York


What is your approach to therapy?

A melding of Western and Eastern psychologies that is client-centered and non-judgmental

What can clients expect from their first session with you?

Active listening to determine whether we are a "good fit"

United Healthcare + 6 others
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Men's issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Julia Dorsey

Julia Dorsey

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Rochester, NY


“As a therapist, I work hard to create a safe, non-judgmental place for people to honestly examine their problems...”
United Healthcare + 12 others
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Empowering, Energetic, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book

What type of therapy does United Healthcare cover?

United Healthcare 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 United Healthcare plan

Headway makes it easy to get affordable in-network mental health care with United Healthcare — 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.