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 9,027 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.
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.
Does your child or adolescent’s behavior leave you wondering, “What is going on?”Are they having meltdowns, withdrawing, struggling at school, worrying, or feeling sad? Children and adolescents often communicate their feelings through behavior long before they have the words to explain what they are experiencing.I work with children, adolescents, and families navigating challenges such as adoption, divorce, co-parenting, blended-family transitions, grief and loss, school-related worries, family conflict, and the growing push for independence. I help children and caregivers better understand what may be underneath the behavior while strengthening connection, communication, and emotional regulation. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor (RPT-S). I received my Doctorate in Clinical Social Work (DSW) and Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from New York University, and my Bachelor’s of Science in Social Work (BSW) from Cornell University. With more than two decades of clinical experience across inpatient, outpatient, and residential settings.
What if improving your relationships isn’t starting together, but starting with you? As a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), I work with individuals who are curious about their relationship patterns and ready to create meaningful change from the inside out. You may feel stuck in recurring dynamics, find yourself questioning how your family background shapes your relationships, or want to communicate more effectively. Together, we create a space to gain clarity, better understand what’s driving these patterns, and begin making intentional shifts toward healthier, more balanced relationships.
I am a psychodynamic psychotherapist who works with Individual adults and adolescents, many of whom identify as LGBTQ+. I specialize in working with anxiety, depression, trauma, and questions of identity. I have an MSW degree from NYU, where I interned with a psychoanalytic institute. I also earned a BA in Philosophy from The New School.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Adelphi University’s Derner Institute for Advanced Psychological Studies and my Master of Social Work degree at Adelphi University’s School of Social Work.
I specialize in treating trauma and stress related disorders (i.e., acute stress disorder, PTSD, adjustment disorders), anxiety, and depressive disorders.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Merrick, NY
- 97%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 85%Stress management
- 80%Relationship issues
- 78%Family issues
- 96%Aetna
- 85%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 80%Cigna
- 72%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 64%Oxford
- 96%English
- 15%Spanish
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 3%Russian
- 3%French
- 98%In-person or online
- 2%In-person only
- 79%Woman
- 21%Man
- 36%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 16%Clinical Psychologist
- 12%Nurse Practitioner
- 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 100%Individual therapy
- 34%Family therapy
- 25%Child or adolescent therapy
- 23%Couples therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Merrick
Searching for therapists in Merrick starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. Therapists may work with concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for specialties and therapy approaches that fit your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or family therapy. A therapist’s profile can also show what to expect in sessions, including their communication style and areas of focus.
Merrick is a smaller Long Island community, so local in-person availability may be more limited than in larger parts of Nassau County or New York City. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in New York. When narrowing your search, consider appointment times, whether a therapist is accepting new patients, whether they offer a free phone consultation, and how their bio describes their approach. These details can help you decide which therapists on Long Island may be a practical fit for your schedule and preferences.
Therapy in Merrick can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand what you may pay before starting care. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, view estimated out-of-pocket costs, and book directly when you’re ready. This makes it easier to compare therapists in Merrick, review bios, and find someone who accepts your plan and is accepting new patients.
If anyone in your family is experiencing or worried about abuse, threats, or coercion, joint family or couples therapy usually isn't the right starting point — individual support is safer. The Childhelp National Child Abuse Hotline (1-800-422-4453) and National Domestic Violence Hotline (1-800-799-7233, or text START to 88788\) can help you think through next steps.
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