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Explore therapy options in Port Jefferson with warm, affirming providers across key neighborhoods. Headway's 9,022 licensed providers offer talk therapy and medication management support, with free intake calls available and average savings of 75% on sessions through insurance coordination.
I have been trained in expressive arts therapy and is a certified gestalt therapist. I utilizes the arts according to each person’s abilities to imagine and develop body awareness. My eclectic approach suits people who seek to find themselves in mental health. As a blind Japanese immigrant, I work especially well with differently-abled people and Pan Asians.
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.
Hi there and welcome!
My priority is supporting clients on their journeys towards personal healing & growth.
In 2010, I received my MSW/LMSW. While doing outpatient clinical work at the NYC non-profit agency JBFCS, I became an LCSW. In 2016, I began to establish my private psychotherapy practice, focusing on young and professional adults presenting with a broad variety of life challenges.
Hi, I’m Melisa, a licensed mental health counselor passionate about helping individuals of all ages navigate life’s challenges. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, using play therapy to foster expression and healing, while also supporting adults with issues like anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles.
If you're seeking support in overcoming life’s challenges, I’d be honored to work with you.
Long lasting change comes from developing a deeper understanding of ourselves. It can be incredibly challenging to focus on our own emotional life and internal experience. I provide a warm, supportive space to explore and process whatever is on your mind. I have extensive experience engaging in psychotherapy with adults facing a wide range of life experiences, from managing depression, to adapting to major life changes, to facing grief after loss of a loved one.
Hello! I am Linda Sherlock-Reich, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in NY dedicated to helping individuals, couples and family members navigate their life challenges with compassion, respect and hope. I earned my Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy from Hofstra University and had extensive experience working with adolescents, adults, couples, and families from diverse backgrounds. My therapeutic approach is collaborative, client-centered, and focused on each individual's unique needs and desires,
I'm a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who spent a number of years working as a therapist in Georgia before returning to Upstate NY. I work with individuals, couples and families. I help people navigate their stories and better know the strengths and the resources they possess to cope with difficult situations. Previously I worked for more than 20 years as a journalist. I'm a husband, father, guitarist and runner.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Port Jefferson, NY
- 98%Anxiety
- 95%Depression
- 90%Stress management
- 82%Relationship issues
- 75%Family issues
- 92%Aetna
- 81%Cigna
- 80%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 70%Oxford
- 70%United Healthcare
- 96%English
- 7%Spanish
- 2%French
- 1%Bengali
- 1%Hindi
- 94%In-person or online
- 6%In-person only
- 82%Woman
- 18%Man
- 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 25%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 17%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
- 6%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 21%Child or adolescent therapy
- 21%Family therapy
- 14%Couples therapy
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Factors to Consider When Choosing a Therapist in Port Jefferson
Searching for therapists in Port Jefferson starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. People often look for therapy for anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, life transitions, trauma, or work stress. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy styles, and populations they work with. A bio can help you see whether a therapist’s approach fits your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or support for couples and families.
In a smaller Long Island community like Port Jefferson, local in-person openings may be more limited than in larger cities. Virtual therapy can expand your options while keeping your search focused on therapists licensed in New York. Consider practical details like appointment availability, whether the therapist is accepting new patients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can also help you understand communication style, session structure, and what a first appointment may cover.
Therapy in Port Jefferson can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and understand your out-of-pocket estimate before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists in Port Jefferson and across Long Island who match your preferences, accept a wide range of insurance plans, and may have availability for new patients, so you can review bios, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
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