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Stony Brook residents can access compassionate mental health care through Headway's network of 8,519 providers specializing in everything from anxiety to relationships. Whether you're in Port Jefferson, Three Village, or Setauket, find a warm, affirming provider with availability within two weeks. Insurance coverage accepted with flexible, affordable sessions.
“I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, licensed clinical psychologist with over 18 years of experience working in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, and private practice with adults, from all walks of life, to help them lead healthier and more...”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care, Grief or loss
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
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.
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“As a mother of three grown children and a Cancer survivor, it was a goal of mine to help others navigate their own lives and personal struggles.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I am a very determined, resilient and empowering therapist that will work diligently to provide you with unconditional support and help you to reach your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I'm a therapist who genuinely believes in the resilience and capacity for growth within every person.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have a great deal of experience working with LGBTQ+ clients and ensuring a safe and affirming space.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Energetic, Solution-oriented
Accepts 8 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My dedication to empowering individuals and enriching lives is the driving force behind my practice.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“A simple approach to therapy, which seems to be extremely effective, is to stay where my clients lead and/or need to me to go...”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Holistic, Humorous
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe mental health care should empower people to reconnect with themselves and reclaim the life they want to live.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
“I am a licensed psychologist specializing in working with teens, young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, ADHD and chronic illness.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Diabetes
Humorous, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I integrate techniques like motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral strategies, mindfulness, and empathic listening to understand your unique needs.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I work to teach patients how to explore their unique experience and verbalize their feelings. Through this process, patients feel both empowered and understood.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“By using a eclectic approach, I am able to help you understand yourself, which will allow you to choose your path to a healthier you.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Men's issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach is direct, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based practices, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and mindfulness.”
Anxiety, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Stress management
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I have a genuine desire to help you personally and get results with your problems while offering unconditional acceptance versus enabling.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Diabetes, Eating disorders
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I believe that every child has a unique voice, and through art, they can begin to understand and communicate their inner world.”
Anger management, Bipolar disorder, Family issues, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
“In our sessions, you can expect a warm, non-judgmental environment where you feel heard and understood.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 6 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“Its also extremely important for you.... as the client to feel comfortable with whom you are sharing your concerns with....that comfortability goes along way in the process.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“I am passionate about helping others develop the inner peace and confidence needed to lead a healthy and purposeful life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“My approach in therapy is collaborative. I aim to create a warm yet direct environment, using humor when appropriate to foster a safe and comfortable space for growth.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression
Direct, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe in a collaborative approach where clients and I work together, to establish goals and to address specific presenting problems.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
“I am a NY Licensed Social Worker with 30 years experience in Anxiety, depression, addictions, woman's issues, relationship and job issues.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Humorous, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I have over 15 years of experience working with people in diverse settings with a special focus on anxiety, addiction, stress management, trauma, and LGBTQIA+.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“My goal is simple: incorporate strength-based collaborative approach that creates insight through self-exploration, motivates positive change, and allows you to achieve harmony and a happier life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Direct, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I am someone who deeply cares about others and believes in seeing the best in people regardless of what they may be going through.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“My mission is to create a safe, trusting space where you can explore your emotions and thought patterns without judgment.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“Psychotherapy can help end depression, anxiety, and bothersome thoughts and behaviors... help you to enjoy life more.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Challenging, Participatory
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
“I take the time to get to know you and what is most important to you. From there, we figure out a plan together that will help resolve what you are struggling with and how to help you achieve your goals.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression, Grief or loss
Affirming, Empowering, Holistic
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
“I love working with couples, creatives and people who have 'character disorders' such as narcissism and borderline personality disorder.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Men's issues, Relationship issues
Creative, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“The therapeutic relationship significantly impacts therapy outcomes; my goal as a counselor is to be warm, genuine, and empathetic.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Holistic, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 13 insurance carriers
“Each Patient will have their treatment tailored to your individual and medical needs based on evidence based practice best suited for you.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions, Depression, Eating disorders
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I have made it my priority to provide a welcoming, safe, and supportive environment to help individuals overcome the everyday wars they face inside.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Affirming, Direct, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“Holding a position as a School Social Worker for the last 17 years has afforded me the opportunity to counsel children with Autism, ADHD, ODD, Anxiety, Attachment disorder, Impulse control issues, school refusal, and more.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
“I take a mixed approach to therapy, providing a supportive environment for talk therapy as well as providing solution focused behavioral interventions.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Family issues
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
“My Counseling approach, as a Licensed Clinical Social Work Therapist is both empathic and results oriented.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe that you have all the resources you need to make great changes in your life. In therapy, we will identify, strengthen and transform the skills that you already possess into powerful resources.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Affirming, Empowering, Solution-oriented
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
“I believe all people are unique and work to provide a safe, non-judgmental environment for individuals to discover strategies that work for them.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Depression
Empowering, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
“I bring compassion, humor & evidence based therapeutic strategies to support individuals in finding clarity, balance and fulfillment in their lives.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Empowering, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
“I help women, especially moms, who are burnt out and carrying the mental load finally feel calmer, more in control, and like themselves again.”
Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management, Women's issues
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 10 insurance carriers
Offers free consultationsView profile and book
“I believe that the connection between the client and clinician is the grounding force of any therapeutic relationship.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 12 insurance carriers
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Stony Brook, NY
Number of therapists within 20 miles of Stony Brook, NY
103+
Average years in practice
11 years
Top specialties offered
- 98%Anxiety
- 93%Depression
- 87%Stress management
- 82%Relationship issues
- 79%Family issues
Insurances accepted
- 93%Aetna
- 85%Cigna
- 85%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 70%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 68%Oxford
Languages spoken
- 97%English
- 7%Spanish
- 2%French
- 1%German
- 1%Italian
How they see their clients
- 95%In-person or online
- 5%In-person only
Provider gender
- 82%Woman
- 18%Man
License types
- 46%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 27%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 10%Clinical Psychologist
- 8%Nurse Practitioner
- 6%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
Treatment approaches
- 99%Individual therapy
- 26%Child or adolescent therapy
- 25%Family therapy
- 12%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 Therapist in Stony Brook, NY
Searching for therapists in Stony Brook starts with knowing what kind of support fits your needs. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, or life transitions. As you compare options for Stony Brook therapy or Long Island therapy, look for a therapist whose listed specialties and approach match what you want to work on. Bios can help you see whether a therapist uses approaches like cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, or trauma-informed care, and what a first session may look like.
Stony Brook is a smaller market, so nearby in-person options may depend on office location, schedule, and availability across the surrounding Long Island area. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while keeping your search focused on therapists licensed in New York. When reviewing profiles, consider whether a therapist is accepting new patients, offers appointment times that fit your calendar, and provides a free phone consultation. A therapist’s bio can also show how they describe their communication style, session structure, and experience with concerns like family therapy on Long Island or Stony Brook counseling.
Therapy in Stony Brook 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 you book. Headway helps you search for therapists who match your preferences, verify your insurance, and see estimated out-of-pocket costs upfront. You can review bios, compare virtual and in-person options, and book directly when you find a therapist who fits your needs.
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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