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Headway connects West Islip residents with Cigna-covered therapy and medication support, offering flexible scheduling with providers available as soon as next day. Many patients save significantly on sessions through insurance coordination.
Ready to shed the weight of stress, uncover your true self?Look no further than Damise Vaughn, a therapist who blends compassionate guidance with a touch of lightheartedness to create a space for genuine healing and transformation.
Damise is different from your typical therapist. Forget stuffy offices and endless talking. Her approach is engaging, insightful, and tailored specifically to you. Damise will be your partner in exploration.
I’m a psychiatric nurse practitioner providing telehealth medication management for adults across New York. I specialize in treating ADHD, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, and stress-related concerns.
My approach is structured, evidence-based, and focused on measurable improvement. We work together to clarify what’s driving your symptoms and create a clear, practical treatment plan. When medication is appropriate, I aim for options that are effective, well-tolerated, and sustainable long-term.
I primarily work with adults seeking focused, collaborative psychiatric care via telehealth.
What I Treat Most Often
- ADHD (attention, focus, executive functioning concerns)
- Anxiety and panic
- Depression
- Mood instability
- OCD
- Burnout and stress
- Sleep concerns
I provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and ongoing medication management through secure telehealth appointments for adults in New York.
I earned both my Bachelor of Social Work and Master of Social Work Degrees from Adelphi University in Garden City, New York. I am licensed in the state of New York. I am a dedicated professional with a passion for working with individuals, couples, and families.
My approach is collaborative, creative, and grounded in body awareness and compassion. I’m a licensed, board‐certified Art Therapist with training in somatic and sex therapy. My work is culturally responsive and affirming, especially of LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC identities. I’m passionate about helping people heal from shame, body disconnection, and identity‐related challenges, and about supporting couples navigating differences in desire and intimacy. My background in art therapy shapes sessions that often weave creativity, expression, and the body as pathways toward healing. I hope that therapy can offer you a deeper sense of belonging. You can learn more about my practice at natalieafranco.com.
Board-certified Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) and Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-BC) Specializes in comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, medication management, and evidence-based psychotherapy for patients across the lifespan. Dedicated to providing compassionate, trauma-informed, and holistic care in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
"You can't stop the waves, but you can learn how to surf" is a Jon Kabat-Zinn quote relevant to these challenging times. I'm a seasoned mental health counselor with experience in supporting individuals to find creative solutions for anxiety and depression, as well as relationship issues and family dynamics. I will provide a safe environment to help facilitate positive changes in your life. I have a specialization in life transitions, and working with people pleasers and stuck creatives.
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