Find a therapist in Valley Stream, NY — covered by insurance
Top therapists in Valley Stream, NY accepting new patients
In Valley Stream, Headway helps you find the right mental health provider from 8,518 licensed professionals. Whether you're seeking therapy or medication management in communities like Valley Stream Heights, Inwood, or surrounding areas, we offer flexible scheduling with appointments available within two weeks.
When we feel othered, alone, or hopeless — it's hard to ask for help. Talking to a therapist can help you feel like yourself again. I help my clients discover the root of their concerns through storytelling, reflecting on their values and desires, and understanding in what ways they’ve adapted to being in the world.
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I hold a BS Degree in Human Development and Family Studies from Cornell University and an MA in Art Therapy from NYU. I am licensed by the State of NY and nationally Board Certified by ATCB. Fluent in Italian; Certificate in Trauma and Creative Arts; IFS-informed, post-Master's level trainings in CBT, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and IMAGO relationship therapy. 20 years experience with people from 3-99. Creative, empathic and client-centered, your treatment will be as unique as you are.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in individual and couples therapy. I have over twenty years of experience working with a wide variety of clinical problems. I am most interested in working with individuals who are curious about themselves and who believe that they may find some relief from their struggles by examining their thoughts and feelings in the context of their relational history.
I am a psychiatrist and psychotherapist with a professional background focusing on mood disorders, anxiety, and challenges in relationships. I attach importance to the ways issues of culture, race, trauma, family dynamics, and migration influence how we carry ourselves in the world and approach our experiences.
I believe therapy is most effective when you feel comfortable being yourself. My goal is to create a space where you feel heard and supported while we work together toward meaningful change. I value building a genuine therapeutic relationship and believe that honesty, collaboration, and even humor have an important place in the healing process.
My experience includes helping individuals and families navigate life's challenges. Throughout my career, I've worked in nonprofit and community mental health settings, supporting people from a wide range of backgrounds who have experienced trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, life transitions, and other mental health concerns. I received my Masters in Social Work at Florida State University. I relocated to New York City in 2015.
Dr. Olubunmi Adetule
Psychiatric Mental Health NP
Virtual & in-person • 19 mi away • Staten Island, NY
My name is Melissa Salce, and I’m a Licensed Therapist in New York. Over the past nine years, I’ve had the privilege of working with individuals facing a variety of challenges, including anxiety, depression, PTSD, personal growth, and life transitions.
About our therapists located within 20 miles of Valley Stream, NY
- 98%Anxiety
- 94%Depression
- 83%Relationship issues
- 81%Stress management
- 77%Trauma
- 87%Aetna
- 66%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
- 63%Cigna
- 57%Carelon Behavioral Health
- 47%Providence Health Plan
- 98%English
- 11%Spanish
- 4%Russian
- 3%Hebrew
- 3%Haitian Creole
- 96%In-person or online
- 4%In-person only
- 64%Woman
- 34%Man
- 2%Non-binary
- 34%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- 24%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
- 17%Clinical Psychologist
- 7%Nurse Practitioner
- 7%Licensed Creative Arts Therapist
- 99%Individual therapy
- 25%Family therapy
- 20%Couples therapy
- 19%Child or adolescent 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 an Addiction Therapist in Valley Stream
Searching for therapists in Valley Stream starts with finding someone whose experience matches what you want support with. Therapists may list specialties such as anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, trauma, or major life changes. As you compare options, look for a therapist whose training, listed specialties, and approach fit your needs. A profile that mentions cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, family therapy, or another specific approach can help you understand what sessions may be like.
Valley Stream is a smaller local market, so nearby in-person therapy options may be more limited than in larger parts of New York. Virtual therapy can expand your choices while still letting you work with a therapist licensed in New York. You may also want to compare appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before you book can help you understand each therapist’s communication style, areas of focus, and session structure.
Therapy in Valley Stream can be a significant investment without insurance. Using in-network insurance is one of the most reliable ways to reduce session costs and get a clearer estimate before your first appointment. Headway helps you search for therapists who accept a wide range of insurance plans, verify your benefits, and see estimated costs before booking. You can review profiles, compare availability, and book directly when you’re ready.
If you or someone you know is experiencing severe withdrawal symptoms — especially from alcohol or benzodiazepines — talk to a medical provider or seek emergency care before starting outpatient therapy. If you or someone you know is struggling with addiction or substance use and is in a crisis, immediately reach out to:
* 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline — call or text 988 * SAMHSA National Helpline — 1-800-662-HELP (4357), free, confidential, 24/7 * Crisis Text Line — text HOME to 741741
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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