Find a therapist in Smithtown, NY — covered by insurance


Top therapists in Smithtown, NY accepting new patients
Smithtown mental health support starts here. Headway serves the entire community including Hauppauge and Nissequogue neighborhoods with 9,028 providers. Many patients pay as low as $0 per session through insurance; start your free intake call today.
I view therapy as a collaborative process where clients are invited to make sense of their experiences in a way that feels authentic to them. Rather than directing the process, I focus on creating a supportive environment where individuals can speak openly, reflect at their own pace, and gain insight into their thoughts and emotions. In the midst of busy and often overwhelming daily life, having intentional time to pause and look inward can be a powerful part of personal growth.
Creating room for reflection can open the door to new perspectives and a deeper awareness of internal experiences. As clients begin to better understand their emotional responses and patterns, they often find greater clarity in how they relate to themselves and others. This increased awareness can support more intentional decision-making and help guide the next steps in their personal growth.
Let me share some information about myself. I am a graduate from Brooklyn College for my BA degree and I attended NYU for my masters degree in social work. I have worked in different setting over the years and really enjoy working with all different age groups. I enjoy families, couples and individuals. I enjoy seeing the progress my clients make once they start to see their own patterns and what they feel they should change.
"Clients start to heal the moment they feel heard".
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.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who is passionate about walking alongside individuals who are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or impacted by past experiences. I strive to create a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel truly heard and supported, I work with adults facing anxiety, depression, trauma and life transitions, and I believe healing looks different for everyone. I value connection, collaboration, and honoring each client's unique story, strengths, and personal values.
Melanie is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor who believes that there is a unique approach for each person tailored to accomplishing goals and experiencing personal growth. Through the use of CBT techniques, Melanie can help you work towards changing negative and destructive thought patterns and replacing them with positive and productive ones. She has helped children and adults along a path where change is possible.
Melanie invites you to work together to achieve the best possible you!
I’m a licensed bilingual mental health counselor who works with adolescents and adults navigating trauma, relationship challenges, depression, anxiety, identity development, family stress, and life transitions. My background includes both school counseling and mental health counseling, I’ve had the privilege of supporting young people, first-generation students, and individuals from a wide range of cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds. I strive to create a welcoming, supportive space where clients feel understood, respected, and empowered to move toward meaningful change.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Smithtown, NY



- 96%Anxiety
- 92%Depression
- 85%Stress management
- 81%Relationship issues
- 74%Family issues

- 93%Aetna
- 83%Cigna
- 81%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 69%Oxford
- 69%United Healthcare

- 97%English
- 6%Spanish
- 2%French
- 2%Hindi
- 1%Bengali

- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only

- 84%Woman
- 16%Man

- 40%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 27%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 15%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist

- 99%Individual therapy
- 23%Family therapy
- 22%Child or adolescent therapy
- 16%Couples therapy
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Find the right therapist 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 Therapist in Smithtown
Searching for therapists in Smithtown starts with finding someone whose background matches what you want support with. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for listed specialties, therapy approaches, and experience with concerns like yours. A therapist’s bio can also show how they structure sessions, communicate, and help you understand what care with them may look like.
In a smaller community like Smithtown, the right local match may depend on both fit and availability. In-person sessions may work well if you prefer an office near Smithtown, Hauppauge, or Nissequogue, while virtual sessions can expand your options across New York. Beyond specialty, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your schedule, and provides a free phone consultation. Reading profiles before booking can help you compare style, focus areas, and practical details in one place.
Therapy in Smithtown can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to lower session costs and understand your expected out-of-pocket expense before you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who take insurance, review detailed bios, see estimated costs after entering your plan details, and book directly when you’re ready.
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