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Top therapists in Wantagh, NY accepting new patients

Find mental health support in Wantagh with 9,028 licensed providers across Long Island. Access talk therapy and medication management virtually or in-person, with many providers offering free consultations and availability within two weeks.

Arthur Cardinale

Arthur Cardinale

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I work from a person-centered approach. It enables me to connect with an individual's experiences and perspectives in order to form a true alliance.”
Substance use / addiction
Empowering, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lori Beard

Lori Beard

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I have over 15 years of experience working with trauma survivors. In addition, I work with the LGBTQ community...”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, PTSD, Relationship issues
Affirming, Challenging, Open-minded
Accepts 5 insurance carriers
Sam Rosenthal

Sam Rosenthal

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I am experienced in working with gay and queer men navigating relationship challenges, open relationships, intimacy concerns, anxiety, and self-esteem.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, LGBTQIA+
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Chaim Tarshish

Dr. Chaim Tarshish

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My goal in working with you is to provide a safe/non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable sharing the issues that bother you.”
Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, End of life care
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 7 insurance carriers
Jennifer Nathan

Jennifer Nathan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“My style is warm, respectful and collaborative. I tailor therapy to meet your needs using holistic and evidence-based techniques...”
Anxiety, Maternal mental health, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, Trauma
Inquisitive, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Mollie Aklepi

Mollie Aklepi

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I am here to be your teammate, providing a safe, inclusive space where you can build a life that feels genuinely yours.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Grief or loss, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Open-minded
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Chamin Ajjan

Chamin Ajjan

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


Hi, I’m Chamin!

I bring over 25 years of experience to my work with individuals, couples, and groups, helping them move from feeling overwhelmed to truly empowered. My expertise has led to regular media contributions on platforms like The TODAY Show and CBS Sunday Morning, and I am the author of Seeking Soulmate: Ditch the Dating Game and Find Real Connection. I founded Chamin Ajjan Psychotherapy to provide a warm, welcoming, and supportive space where clinical excellence meets compassionate care and a little pop culture when I can throw it in. We are the regional clinic for the National Social Anxiety Center providing evidence-based treatment that upholds the rigorous standards of the organization. I am dedicated to helping you navigate life's challenges with a collaboration rooted in deep experience and practical, effective tools.

Our couples or relationship therapy framework is designed for partners seeking to rebuild intimacy, improve communication, and navigate life transitions. Please note: Our outpatient practice does not provide crisis intervention, court-mandated counseling, high-conflict mediation, or active separation/divorce litigation services.

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Nia Walters

Nia Walters

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach is grounded in helping clients develop a deeper understanding of their thoughts, feelings, and relationship patterns...”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Open-minded, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Olubunmi Adetule

Dr. Olubunmi Adetule

Psychiatric Mental Health NP

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Staten Island, NY


“An introduction and complete psychosocial evaluation. In our first session, we'll briefly introduce you and dive into your challenges.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Holistic, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Tema Watstein

Dr. Tema Watstein

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I have extensive experience in relationship and group therapy, particularly with non-monogamous and queer-identified populations.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Andie Reyes.

Andie Reyes.

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


Hello, Welcome and Thank You for visiting my page– If your struggling with Depression , Anxiety, Anger, Low self-esteem or if you are going through a Divorce or in a cycle of unhealthy turbulent dysfunctional friendships, partnerships, or just struggling with maintaining balance in your life,

Well' you’re in the right place. It would be my privilege and pleasure to assist you in the process of getting you to a healthier and HAPPIER YOU!

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues
Affirming, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 15 insurance carriers
Isaiah David

Isaiah David

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“Psychoanalysis is a long-term engagement with the unconscious which aims for fundamental and transformational changes in one's experience of the world by means of dialogue with one's conflicting desires.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Challenging, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 16 insurance carriers
Haydee M. Cerezo

Haydee M. Cerezo

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


Great to meet you!

My name is Haydee Cerezo and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am a trained psychotherapist with specialization in treatment for depression, anxiety, grief/loss and life transitions. With 20 years of experience, I understand that seeking help can be challenging and takes courage. Congratulations on taking the first step. Prioritizing one's mental health can lead to a happier and stable life.

Anxiety, Chronic conditions, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Participatory, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Elizabeth Silverman

Elizabeth Silverman

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 24 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I approach therapy as collaborative journey to understand more about our selves, experiences, and relationships.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, End of life care
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Stacey Hensel

Stacey Hensel

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“We all want to be heard and understood, we want to be able to express the depths of our feelings and live life to the fullest of our abilities.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Infertility, Physical health issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Jess Benston

Jess Benston

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I specialize in working with LGBTQIA+ clients and others who've felt unseen or misunderstood in traditional spaces.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Creative, Humorous, Participatory
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Natalia Kurchanova

Dr. Natalia Kurchanova

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“Psychoanalytic psychotherapy provides you with unique experience that focuses on uncovering the roots of fears and anxieties.”
ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Affirming, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 5 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Samuel Formanek

Samuel Formanek

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 30 mi away • Dobbs Ferry, NY


“I am interested in providing the most conducive setting for people to cultivate their innate creativity, intelligence, and courage in navigating life's challenges.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Affirming, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Brennan Pedersen

Brennan Pedersen

Psychologist

In-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I help others to say what they have withheld, allowing them to begin to see the world from new perspectives, developing new ways of being in the world, the opportunity to make new choices.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Depression, Eating disorders
Creative, Direct, Open-minded
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Brandon Barbour

Brandon Barbour

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“My treatment orientation utilizes a combination of cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic, and mindfulness approaches to best fit the needs of my clients.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Maternal mental health, Stress management
Inquisitive, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 14 insurance carriers
Dr. Jorge Alvarenga

Dr. Jorge Alvarenga

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“My goal is to help you understand yourself better, to explore what brings you joy, as well as sorrow, and to support you in making the changes you desire to reach your life goals.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Family issues
Challenging, Inquisitive, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Andrew Cruise

Andrew Cruise

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe in a two pronged therapeutic approach, firstly building insight around your patterns and then using that knowledge to help you create change in your life.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss
Direct, Inquisitive, Open-minded
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Alex Kavanaugh

Alex Kavanaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


I’m a Licensed Creative Arts Therapist and drama therapist who works with women and young adults navigating anxiety, eating disorder recovery, substance use, and life transitions.

I have experience in inpatient rehab and use a harm reduction, nonjudgmental approach. My work combines talk therapy with creative techniques when helpful—though there’s no pressure to be “artistic.”

Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Affirming, Creative, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lisa Wolfe

Lisa Wolfe

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I see therapy as a collaborative process—a safe, protected environment where recurring patterns, self-defeating thoughts, and emotional blind spots can be noticed without judgment and understood with greater clarity.”
Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
Humorous, Open-minded, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers
Dr. Melanie Kressel

Dr. Melanie Kressel

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I believe that a strong therapeutic alliance is essential for fostering healing and growth, allowing for personalized treatment that addresses each client's needs.”
Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, Eating disorders
Empowering, Participatory, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Rena Miller

Rena Miller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“My approach integrates mindfulness-based and compassion-based cognitive behavioral therapies (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Compassion Focused Therapy).”
Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, OCD, PTSD
Affirming, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. Molly Castelloe

Dr. Molly Castelloe

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • New York, NY


I graduated from Duke University and received my PhD at New York University. I trained at the National Psychological Association for Psychoanalysis and the Institute for Expressive Analysis. I've been immersed in psychodynamic treatment for years working with people of diverse ages & backgrounds struggling with trauma, depression, substance abuse, sexual difficulties, relationships problems, women's issues, among other concerns. For more information please see: www.mollycastelloe.com

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Chronic conditions
Creative, Direct, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
Vincent Lopreto

Vincent Lopreto

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • West Sayville, NY


“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
Dr. Lea Theodore

Dr. Lea Theodore

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 23 mi away • New York, NY


“I am passionate about working collaboratively with clients and families, to help them achieve their goals, and maximize their overall quality of life.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Grief or loss, Relationship issues
Empowering, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Kelda Nelson

Kelda Nelson

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • New York, NY


I’ve been honored to be providing Creative Arts Therapy within New York State for over 16 years. Collaboratively creating a reliable and insightful therapeutic realm where you feel safe to explore, process and self reflect is a primary part of my practice. Honing into your ever complexities with purpose and analytical connectedness is key to my therapeutic approach.

ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, Family issues
Creative, Inquisitive, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Richard Karelis

Richard Karelis

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • Mount Sinai, NY


“I help them first to understand their problems more fully so as to facilitate the changes they are seeking.”
Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, End of life care, Family issues
Affirming, Empowering, Inquisitive
Accepts 7 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Abigail Oot

Abigail Oot

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • New York, NY


“I'm warm, down-to-earth, and relatable, and I bring my personality and a sense of humor into the room.”
Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues, Relationship issues
Affirming, Energetic, Participatory
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Lindsay Harris

Lindsay Harris

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • Patchogue, NY


“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
Amy Crumly

Amy Crumly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • New York, NY


“I provide a professional, warm, and genuine atmosphere with the goal of maintaining a healthy lifestyle with enhanced coping skills.”
Anxiety, Cultural & ethnic issues, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Physical health issues
Holistic, Humorous, Warm
Accepts 11 insurance carriers
Lesley Stoller

Lesley Stoller

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • New York, NY


“I strive for my client to feel understood and empowered. These responses involve both introspection and action.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Creative, Empowering, Warm
Accepts 4 insurance carriers
Dr. Michele Price

Dr. Michele Price

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Stony Brook, NY


“I am trained in cognitive-behavioral strategies, and skilled at creating a warm, non-judgmental, and safe environment for you to talk about personal and upsetting situations and feelings.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Grief or loss, Panic disorders
Open-minded, Solution-oriented, Warm
Accepts 9 insurance carriers
Dr. Melissa "Kate" McIntosh

Dr. Melissa "Kate" McIntosh

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • Brooklyn, NY


“I'm a licensed clinical psychologist and creative arts therapist drawn to working with people who live, love, and process the world deeply—especially those in creative fields or on creative paths.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Eating disorders, End of life care
Creative, Humorous, Inquisitive
Accepts 2 insurance carriers

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Mare Rulapaugh

Mare Rulapaugh

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


“I firmly believe that you are the expert on your experience, not the other way around, and I offer a collaborative approach towards change.”
ADD/ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Affirming, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Dr. John Nikkah

Dr. John Nikkah

Psychologist

Virtual & in-person • 25 mi away • New York, NY


Hello — I’m Dr. Nikkah, a licensed clinical psychologist based in New York City with over 20 years of experience helping individuals, couples, and families navigate interpersonal relationships and personal conflicts. I specialize in working with clients who are experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues or life transitions. My therapeutic style is eclectic, as I have training in a multitude of therapeutic modalities, e.g. CBT, psychodynamic therapy, solution focused etc. to best match your specific needs.

ADD/ADHD, Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Panic disorders
Direct, Open-minded, Solution-oriented
Accepts 1 insurance carrier

Offers free consultationsView profile and book
Leaman Westly

Leaman Westly

Therapist

Virtual & in-person • 26 mi away • New York, NY


Life begins when you know who you are. But the path to self-knowledge can be fraught and hard to find. “Be yourself,” “create yourself,” “find yourself”–these are some of the injunctions that might waylay any earnest seeker. When we learn to sit with the uncomfortable parts of self–the parts that make us want to crawl out of our skin–revelation can occur.

Talk therapy can be a place to learn how to be interested in ourselves and in our past. When we learn to love ourselves the way we wish to be loved, our relationships can flourish. We can deepen our genuine interest in others. When it works, psychotherapy can inspire incredible capacity and resolve to bend towards the future and embrace change.

Anger management, Anxiety, Depression, Family issues, Identity issues
Direct, Holistic, Warm
Accepts 1 insurance carrier
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About our therapists located within 20 miles of Wantagh, NY

Number of therapists within 20 miles of Wantagh, NY
There are over 157 therapists in Wantagh, NY accepting new patients.
157+
Average years in practice
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11 years
Top specialties offered
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  • 97%Anxiety
  • 95%Depression
  • 85%Stress management
  • 81%Relationship issues
  • 78%Family issues
Insurances accepted
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  • 96%Aetna
  • 84%Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield New York
  • 81%Cigna
  • 71%Carelon Behavioral Health
  • 64%Oxford
Languages spoken
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  • 96%English
  • 12%Spanish
  • 3%Haitian Creole
  • 3%Russian
  • 3%French
How they see their clients
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  • 98%In-person or online
  • 2%In-person only
Provider gender
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  • 79%Woman
  • 21%Man
License types
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  • 34%Licensed Clinical Social Worker
  • 29%Licensed Mental Health Counselor
  • 17%Clinical Psychologist
  • 12%Nurse Practitioner
  • 4%Licensed Marriage/Family Therapist
Treatment approaches
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  • 100%Individual therapy
  • 33%Family therapy
  • 26%Child or adolescent therapy
  • 23%Couples therapy

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Searching for therapists in Wantagh starts with finding someone whose training matches what you want support with. You may be looking for help with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, grief, work stress, or life transitions. As you compare therapists, look for specialties and approaches that fit your needs, such as cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, trauma-informed care, or experience with couples and families. A therapist’s profile can help you understand what they focus on and what sessions may be like.

In a smaller Long Island community like Wantagh, local in-person options may be more limited than in larger nearby areas. Virtual appointments can expand your search across Nassau County and New York, while in-person care may be a good fit if you prefer an office close to home, work, or school. When narrowing your options, consider appointment availability, whether a therapist is accepting new clients, and whether they offer a free phone consultation. Reading bios before booking can help you compare communication style, areas of focus, and session structure.

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