Book a therapist or psychiatrist in Wantagh, NY covered by Cigna

Does your mind keep replaying conversations, imagining what could go wrong, or telling you that you’re not doing enough? Anxiety and overthinking can make it hard to feel present and trust yourself. Therapy can help you understand those patterns, quiet the mental noise, and build practical tools for feeling more grounded and confident. You don’t have to figure it all out alone.

I am an LCSW-C, an Orthodox Jewish mother of three, and a psychotherapist. I am a trauma-informed, integrative therapist who helps clients navigate anxiety, OCD, trauma, life transitions, grief, emotional regulation, marriage and relationships, and women’s mental health, including body image, self-esteem, parenting and motherhood, perinatal and postpartum experiences, and perimenopause.

I draw from evidence-based approaches including CBT, CPT, IFS, ACT, and somatic techniques, tailoring treatment to each client’s unique needs and goals. My approach is compassionate and collaborative, with an emphasis on tangible progress, practical tools, and meaningful change. I strive to create a safe, structured, and empowering space where clients can process their experiences, build resilience, expand their emotional toolbox, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and agency.

I am a Spanish native-speaker therapist that has lived in the US for over 20 years. My experience comes from working in community mental health, school, and hospital settings, with diverse populations from Los Angeles to New York. I hold a bachelor's degree in Psychology and a Master's degree in Social work. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Social Work in the state of NY.

My name is Linda Nwahiri, I am a board certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I have vast experience as a nurse and APRN with over 12 years of experience in chronic disease and complex care management. As a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), I provide compassionate, evidence-based care through medication management and supportive therapy. I take time to listen to your story, answer your questions, and ensure you feel like an active partner in your care. I believe treatment works best when it's personalized and collaborative.

My goal is not only to help reduce symptoms but also to help you build resilience, regain confidence, and improve your overall quality of life. Whether you're seeking care for the first time or returning after previous treatment, you'll be welcomed with compassion, respect, and without judgment.

I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you on your journey toward better mental health and well-being.

I am a double board-certified psychiatrist in adult and child/adolescent psychiatry, providing expert care to patients ages 6 to 80 through secure virtual appointments in the state of New York. I bring 25 years of clinical experience to psychiatric evaluations and medication management. My work experiences include private practice, academic medicine, community psychiatry, residential treatment facilities, intensive outpatients.

I earned an MD from Albert-Ludwigs University in Freiburg, Germany, and completed psychiatry residency and child psychiatry fellowship training at Drexel University in Philadelphia, PA.

For more information visit www.eastcoastpsychiatry.com.

I strive to create a space where you feel safe, heard, and respected from the very first session. Building trust is important to me, and I understand that starting therapy can feel like a big step.

I bring over eight years of experience working in diverse settings, including crisis intervention, child welfare, and substance use treatment. This has allowed me to support individuals and families through a wide range of challenges with compassion and flexibility.

My approach is collaborative—I don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all method. We will work together to identify your goals and find strategies that feel right for you. I also value cultural sensitivity and take the time to understand your background, identity, and lived experiences as part of the healing process.

I offer services in French and Wolof and welcome clients from all backgrounds. My goal is to support you in building insight, developing practical tools, and creating lasting, meaningful change in your life.

If you are feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, stuck in patterns of trauma, or exhausted by PTSD, healing is within reach. I am a compassionate psychiatrist whose practice is informed by a social-work lens. This means I look at the big picture—how social, environmental, and biological factors impact your mental health. My goal is to guide you from a place of survival to thriving. I provide careful diagnostic assessments and tailored treatment plans that respect your preferences, helping you safely process the past and reclaim control over your future wellbeing.