Therapists in Bay Shore, NY
Susan Marie Horvatits
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NYSCPS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative and culturally sensitive, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
The most integral aspect of counseling is coming from a person centered, peer and trauma informed focus that is collaborative and culturally sensitive, meaning, providing you with the autonomy and agency to decide what coping skills, care, and approach is best suited for you. Working as a team is imperative in order for each session to feel like a conversation and not something purely clinical. Providing you with resources you need and desire, along with actively listening, being empathic, and present, creates the ideal atmosphere for healing. It is my honor and privilege to be of assistance to you.
Do you struggle with every day stress, anxiety, or OCD? Do you experience episodes of depression or low self-esteem? Is it difficult to control your impulses? Could you benefit from assertiveness training? Are you struggling to make time to practice self-care? Are you looking to set goals and change your life, but don't know where to get started? If the answer is yes to any of these then I can help!
Do you struggle with every day stress, anxiety, or OCD? Do you experience episodes of depression or low self-esteem? Is it difficult to control your impulses? Could you benefit from assertiveness training? Are you struggling to make time to practice self-care? Are you looking to set goals and change your life, but don't know where to get started? If the answer is yes to any of these then I can help!
Loseca Austral
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSEd
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
I believe you are courageous & self-honoring for exploring therapy. Examining life challenges to unearth your truth is transformative. If you're ready to release stagnant patterns, perceptions, & thinking errors, while practicing new strategies to reach your highest potential, you're in the right place. With over 18 years of experience working with a trauma-informed lens, I help my clients strengthen their resilience & self confidence, while reclaiming their power to create a joy-filled life. My aim is always to treat my patients holistically: mind, body, spirit, & sex.
I believe you are courageous & self-honoring for exploring therapy. Examining life challenges to unearth your truth is transformative. If you're ready to release stagnant patterns, perceptions, & thinking errors, while practicing new strategies to reach your highest potential, you're in the right place. With over 18 years of experience working with a trauma-informed lens, I help my clients strengthen their resilience & self confidence, while reclaiming their power to create a joy-filled life. My aim is always to treat my patients holistically: mind, body, spirit, & sex.
Throughout my years of clinical experience, I have worked with child, adolescent, and adult populations. I have worked in school, hospital and private practice settings which has led to an expertise in crisis intervention, learning/emotional disorders, risk assessment, interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and other pertinent issues of adolescence and adulthood. I utilize my training in DBT and CBT to teach essential skills to the client to help navigate difficult feelings, experiences, and relationships. Through this work together, one learns how to manage difficulties in a warm and nonjudgmental environment.
Throughout my years of clinical experience, I have worked with child, adolescent, and adult populations. I have worked in school, hospital and private practice settings which has led to an expertise in crisis intervention, learning/emotional disorders, risk assessment, interpersonal difficulties, depression, anxiety, and other pertinent issues of adolescence and adulthood. I utilize my training in DBT and CBT to teach essential skills to the client to help navigate difficult feelings, experiences, and relationships. Through this work together, one learns how to manage difficulties in a warm and nonjudgmental environment.
Sunshine Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Sunshine Counseling is a private psychology practice that offers mental health services to individuals experiencing various symptoms and issues. Our practitioners often use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help our clients learn to identify destructive thought patterns that negatively influence their behavior.
Sunshine Counseling is a private psychology practice that offers mental health services to individuals experiencing various symptoms and issues. Our practitioners often use a variety of therapeutic approaches to help our clients learn to identify destructive thought patterns that negatively influence their behavior.
Have you ever heard phrases like, the present is where all the gifts and beauty in life are and thought, that sounds amazing but how do I obtain the ability to live my life this way? Our societal structures cultivate enormous amounts of stress and pressure. This effects many people causing them to feel anxious, overwhelmed, unhappy, conflicts in relationships and detachment with who they truly are and often the goals and happiness they want to obtain.
Have you ever heard phrases like, the present is where all the gifts and beauty in life are and thought, that sounds amazing but how do I obtain the ability to live my life this way? Our societal structures cultivate enormous amounts of stress and pressure. This effects many people causing them to feel anxious, overwhelmed, unhappy, conflicts in relationships and detachment with who they truly are and often the goals and happiness they want to obtain.
Your Therapist, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
Kudos to you! It takes such strength to acknowledge and respond to your needs and therapy is an incredibly effective way of gaining insight to promote self growth and achieve happiness. Our behaviors and day to day interactions with the world and the people in it, as well as how we feel about it, are based on a series of different parts; our thoughts, our experiences and our life events. My aim is to help you navigate difficult events, repair unhealthy interactions and get to the root of the issue; reframing unproductive thoughts and negative experiences so it is no longer hindering and you can become a better you.
Kudos to you! It takes such strength to acknowledge and respond to your needs and therapy is an incredibly effective way of gaining insight to promote self growth and achieve happiness. Our behaviors and day to day interactions with the world and the people in it, as well as how we feel about it, are based on a series of different parts; our thoughts, our experiences and our life events. My aim is to help you navigate difficult events, repair unhealthy interactions and get to the root of the issue; reframing unproductive thoughts and negative experiences so it is no longer hindering and you can become a better you.
Helen Perez-Boyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
My focus is helping individuals recover and discover pathways to understanding, loving, and emotionally-attuned communication. We will talk about strategies to cope with difficult feelings such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The main goal is to develop a structure of online counseling, that works best for you. We will work together to create a therapeutic alliance that is specific to your needs, which can heal and transform your relationship with yourself, in and out of therapy.
My focus is helping individuals recover and discover pathways to understanding, loving, and emotionally-attuned communication. We will talk about strategies to cope with difficult feelings such as stress, anxiety, and depression. The main goal is to develop a structure of online counseling, that works best for you. We will work together to create a therapeutic alliance that is specific to your needs, which can heal and transform your relationship with yourself, in and out of therapy.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I have been in the field of mental health for over 10 years and provide ongoing individual, couples and family counseling.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I have been in the field of mental health for over 10 years and provide ongoing individual, couples and family counseling.
Justin Errol Dantzler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
Justin works with adults and teens offering individual counseling via telehealth. Have the past few years been mentally challenging for you? Have you been mentally impacted by the pandemic? Justin Dantzler provides supports and strategies to help you address concerns for more balanced living. Justin comes with over 17 years of non-profit experience and over 9 years of counseling experience. Justin has worked as a Director for a state-funded agency working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Justin has provided support and counseling to at-risk and underprivileged youth, conducted mentoring groups.
Justin works with adults and teens offering individual counseling via telehealth. Have the past few years been mentally challenging for you? Have you been mentally impacted by the pandemic? Justin Dantzler provides supports and strategies to help you address concerns for more balanced living. Justin comes with over 17 years of non-profit experience and over 9 years of counseling experience. Justin has worked as a Director for a state-funded agency working with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Justin has provided support and counseling to at-risk and underprivileged youth, conducted mentoring groups.
As your therapist, I create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere to bring comfort in expressing your thoughts and feelings. Gaining a deeper understanding of oneself in a positive environment promotes growth, change and emotional well being. My aim is to hold space for all the parts of your inner world, and to collaboratively reflect on the thoughts, behaviors and beliefs that no longer serve you. As a trauma informed clinician, our sessions will explore how past experiences have shaped the way you view life, including the habits and behaviors that you feel are holding you back. Together we can explore ways to heal.
As your therapist, I create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere to bring comfort in expressing your thoughts and feelings. Gaining a deeper understanding of oneself in a positive environment promotes growth, change and emotional well being. My aim is to hold space for all the parts of your inner world, and to collaboratively reflect on the thoughts, behaviors and beliefs that no longer serve you. As a trauma informed clinician, our sessions will explore how past experiences have shaped the way you view life, including the habits and behaviors that you feel are holding you back. Together we can explore ways to heal.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
There are difficult topics you want to discuss with your partner but don’t know how. In fact, after tonight's fight, you're sitting in a separate room stewing about how they misunderstood and invalidated everything you said. It’s been difficult to set boundaries with one another. Past traumas have arisen and the memory of them is affecting your intimacy. Communication between the two of you has been a constant struggle. Even simple conversations are becoming strained battles. You long to find a way to resolve these things, but fear that the gap between you and your partner is growing larger by the day.
There are difficult topics you want to discuss with your partner but don’t know how. In fact, after tonight's fight, you're sitting in a separate room stewing about how they misunderstood and invalidated everything you said. It’s been difficult to set boundaries with one another. Past traumas have arisen and the memory of them is affecting your intimacy. Communication between the two of you has been a constant struggle. Even simple conversations are becoming strained battles. You long to find a way to resolve these things, but fear that the gap between you and your partner is growing larger by the day.
Meghan Mcleod LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Not accepting new clients
Intrusive thoughts, negative thinking, fear. Anxiety, pressure, control. If this sounds like you, it can sometimes feel like things will never get better. It can. You can manage intrusive thoughts. You can live without fear. Life can be better. Together we can reduce some of that pressure, and relinquish some of the control. We can work together to help change negative thinking and ease your anxiety.
Intrusive thoughts, negative thinking, fear. Anxiety, pressure, control. If this sounds like you, it can sometimes feel like things will never get better. It can. You can manage intrusive thoughts. You can live without fear. Life can be better. Together we can reduce some of that pressure, and relinquish some of the control. We can work together to help change negative thinking and ease your anxiety.
Ki-Jana Benain
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
Deciding to embark on the journey of therapy is a courageous step. I believe in the power of collaboration, where together we can gain a deeper understanding of your needs and goals, always with cultural and social sensitivity in mind. I am committed to providing a consistent, reliable, and structured environment where we can explore anxieties and conflicts that may be affecting you. Through our therapeutic alliance, we will work on developing adaptive coping strategies to promote your mental wellness. I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you!
Deciding to embark on the journey of therapy is a courageous step. I believe in the power of collaboration, where together we can gain a deeper understanding of your needs and goals, always with cultural and social sensitivity in mind. I am committed to providing a consistent, reliable, and structured environment where we can explore anxieties and conflicts that may be affecting you. Through our therapeutic alliance, we will work on developing adaptive coping strategies to promote your mental wellness. I look forward to the opportunity to collaborate with you!
I’m passionate about helping individuals from all walks of life feel truly seen, heard, and understood. With years of experience living in diverse environments, I bring a deep cultural sensitivity to my work. As a bilingual therapist in English and Mandarin, I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where you can openly share your story, knowing that I will listen with care and without judgment. My goal is to see and learn about your unique experiences and support you in finding the healing and growth you deserve. My therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to meet your needs.
I’m passionate about helping individuals from all walks of life feel truly seen, heard, and understood. With years of experience living in diverse environments, I bring a deep cultural sensitivity to my work. As a bilingual therapist in English and Mandarin, I strive to create a safe, compassionate space where you can openly share your story, knowing that I will listen with care and without judgment. My goal is to see and learn about your unique experiences and support you in finding the healing and growth you deserve. My therapeutic approach is integrative and tailored to meet your needs.
Carmen Rose Morello
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, MST
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
I was born and raised in NYC, which lends itself to creating a rich sense of culture and expression. I enjoy Broadway shows, plays, knitting, animals and family. Daily mindfulness practices allow for clearer thinking and rationalization of an often chaotic world. I am in my 4th year of social work practice, but have been working alongside social service workers since I began volunteering at the age of 11. I worked in numerous fields of mental health that provided me with diverse experiences I utilize to be of best service to all people.
I was born and raised in NYC, which lends itself to creating a rich sense of culture and expression. I enjoy Broadway shows, plays, knitting, animals and family. Daily mindfulness practices allow for clearer thinking and rationalization of an often chaotic world. I am in my 4th year of social work practice, but have been working alongside social service workers since I began volunteering at the age of 11. I worked in numerous fields of mental health that provided me with diverse experiences I utilize to be of best service to all people.
Shinelle Ramkissoon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
Are you going through a difficult time? Do you feel alone with the weight of your symptoms? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that can help you navigate through these uncertain times. In my experience over the years, I have worked with adults, young adults and adolescents who are dealing with Anxiety, Depression, relationship issues and a history of trauma.
Are you going through a difficult time? Do you feel alone with the weight of your symptoms? I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that can help you navigate through these uncertain times. In my experience over the years, I have worked with adults, young adults and adolescents who are dealing with Anxiety, Depression, relationship issues and a history of trauma.
I provide a caring and welcoming environment for my clients, while offering a sense of warmth and empathy. Each session is focused on the key elements of self expression and healthy forms of communication. Clients are free to explore their emotions and learn how to use coping strategies to improve their quality of life. Creating a positive therapeutic bond with my clients allows me to work effectively with clients when exploring barriers that stand in their way of reaching their goals and full potential.
I provide a caring and welcoming environment for my clients, while offering a sense of warmth and empathy. Each session is focused on the key elements of self expression and healthy forms of communication. Clients are free to explore their emotions and learn how to use coping strategies to improve their quality of life. Creating a positive therapeutic bond with my clients allows me to work effectively with clients when exploring barriers that stand in their way of reaching their goals and full potential.
Sha Biddix
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Bay Shore, NY 11706 (Online Only)
Talking about your depression, grief, trauma, and loss can seem overwhelming, but I believe you have the strength to process these difficult feelings and work towards feeling like your self again.
Talking about your depression, grief, trauma, and loss can seem overwhelming, but I believe you have the strength to process these difficult feelings and work towards feeling like your self again.
Hello and welcome! I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience in treating a wide array of Mental Health Disorders in various outpatient settings. I have over 10 years of experience in treating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, intrusive thoughts and obsessive compulsive behaviors in adults ages 18 and over. I utilize evidence based practices and customize them to treat the specific needs of my clients.
Hello and welcome! I am a New York State Licensed Mental Health Counselor with experience in treating a wide array of Mental Health Disorders in various outpatient settings. I have over 10 years of experience in treating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, intrusive thoughts and obsessive compulsive behaviors in adults ages 18 and over. I utilize evidence based practices and customize them to treat the specific needs of my clients.
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How does your Therapist compare?
Number of Therapists in Bay Shore, NY
90+
Average cost per session
$125
Therapists in Bay Shore, NY who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
86% | Depression |
83% | Self Esteem |
76% | Coping Skills |
74% | Relationship Issues |
69% | Stress |
61% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
11 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
91% | Aetna |
89% | Cigna and Evernorth |
79% | Oxford |
How Therapists in Bay Shore, NY see their clients
60% | In Person and Online | |
40% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
87% | Female | |
13% | Male |
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How can I find a therapist in Bay Shore?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
The Psychology Today directory lists providers who offer legitimate mental health services to the public, including psychologists, psychiatrists, social workers, and counselors.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Many have been licensed by the country or state where they practice; providers whose license or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Some clinicians or organizations provide services for which their state or country does not offer licenses, such as pastoral counseling. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counselor?
Therapists, psychologists, and counselors are all licensed mental health professionals. In the US, psychologists have earned a doctoral degree. The terms “therapist” and “counselor” are used somewhat interchangeably, but generally therapists offer longer-term, mental health care, while counselors offer shorter-term care that may focus on one domain, such as marriage, career, or academic challenges.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
Clients should consider factors such as insurance coverage and their primary reason(s) for seeking therapy to determine the type of professional best suited to their needs. Someone struggling with mental health challenges such as depression or anxiety, for example, may wish to seek out a clinical psychologist or therapist, while someone navigating career obstacles or marital upheaval may benefit from seeing a counselor who can offer short-term, targeted support.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in the United States could cost between $100 and $200 or more. If you have insurance, the expense of mental health care is typically lower, but it varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your zip code.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship. Therapists in the United States are bound by the regulations set out by the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), which aims to protect sensitive health information. With very few exceptions, a therapist will only discuss their client with others when the client has given their written permission. The instances in which a therapist would be required to disclose personal information are: if a client poses a danger to themselves or others, if the therapist suspects the abuse of a child or an elderly or otherwise dependent adult, or if they are legally forced to by court order. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed with a client before their first session.