Find a therapist in Patchogue, NY — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Patchogue, NY accepting new patients
Patchogue residents can access compassionate mental health care through Headway, featuring 8,507 open-minded providers across the area. Serving Medford, Port Jefferson, and Bellport neighborhoods, sessions are available in-person or virtually with many covered by insurance.
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with over five years of experience providing trauma-informed care and short-term therapy. I specialize in supporting frontline workers, helping professionals, and caregivers who are experiencing burnout, compassion fatigue, vicarious trauma, and work-life stress. My approach is collaborative, compassionate, and grounded in the belief that healing begins in a space where you feel seen, heard, and understood.
I help you simplify your medications and narrow down to 1-2 medications that work best for you. My patients would describe me as thoughtful and caring. I strive for patient focused care and manage symptoms with medications that you feel comfortable taking. You set the pace of your treatment. I believe in informed and collaborative decision making.
Welcome! My name is Joel Kuppersmith, I am a clinical psychologist based in Huntington, NY. My experience in working with individuals , couples and families has been mutually gratifying. Although changes have occurred in the mental health field, including more targeted medications and claims for instant relief, I believe people desire a more qualitative overall improvement in themselves and in their relationships.
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Hello I have been a practicing therapist for 20 years. I received my Masters degree from Buffalo University in 2005. I continue to receive and seek education to further my skill set.
In my practice, I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, insomnia, ADHD, or dementia who are ready for change but may feel uncertain about where to start. Together, we will identify your unique needs, set meaningful goals, and create a personalized plan that supports healing, growth, and long-term well-being. My goal is to help you not just manage symptoms but rediscover balance, resilience, and hope.
Clients often describe me as warm, thoughtful, and direct. I aim to create a space where you feel understood and supported, while also gently challenged to grow. I believe therapy should feel collaborative, not judgmental, not passive, and not surface-level.
Starting therapy requires courage and strength even when we are in pain or dissatisfied with the way things are. It is difficult to open up to a stranger, to change the familiar ways of dealing with life and people. That is why I believe in providing a safe, nonjudgmental environment, where we will look at recurrent patterns in your life (for example why do you choose "the same type" of partners or feel so lonely or anxious, why do you often have the "same conflicts" with your bosses or friends) and gain insight into unconscious motivations of your behavior.
I specialize in behavioral excess (misuse of substances, sex and food) and mood disorders (anxiety, depression). Because of my belief in personal freedom I try to provide accepting and safe environment where we can talk about you and your life openly.
I am bilingual (Russian/English)and have extensive training in psycholinguistics.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Patchogue, NY
- 98%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 89%Stress management
- 80%Relationship issues
- 77%Family issues
- 92%Aetna
- 88%Cigna
- 84%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 69%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 65%Oxford
- 98%English
- 7%Spanish
- 1%French
- 1%German
- 1%Italian
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
- 84%Woman
- 16%Man
- 47%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 28%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 9%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
- 6%Nurse Practitioner
- 99%Individual therapy
- 25%Child or adolescent therapy
- 24%Family therapy
- 10%Couples therapy
Frequently asked questions
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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 Mental Health Therapist in Patchogue, NY
Finding therapists in Patchogue starts with knowing what kind of support you want. Therapists may work with concerns like anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or life transitions. As you compare options, look for someone whose listed specialties and approach match your needs. Provider profiles can show whether a therapist uses approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or other methods that may fit what you are looking for.
In a smaller Long Island community like Patchogue, the number of nearby offices may be more limited than in larger parts of Suffolk County or New York City. Virtual therapy can expand your options while still letting you see a therapist licensed in New York. Consider practical factors like appointment times, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can also help you understand how each therapist describes their style, session structure, and areas of focus.
Therapy in Patchogue can be a significant cost without insurance. Using in-network coverage is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and see your estimated price before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, compare profiles, and book directly when you are ready. This makes it easier to find someone who matches your needs, takes your plan, and is accepting new patients.
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