Medicare Therapists in Saint James, NY
Looking for the right therapist can sometimes seem to be a daunting and overwhelming task. It is often difficult to find just the right fit. I am a New York State licensed psychologist as well as a retired New York State certified school psychologist. I have been in clinical practice in the St. James/ Smithtown area since 1996. I work with both adults and children who are coping with symptoms of anxiety and depression, often in response to challenging and stressful life events such as a traumatic loss or a difficult transition. I try to make therapy a warm and supportive experience.
Looking for the right therapist can sometimes seem to be a daunting and overwhelming task. It is often difficult to find just the right fit. I am a New York State licensed psychologist as well as a retired New York State certified school psychologist. I have been in clinical practice in the St. James/ Smithtown area since 1996. I work with both adults and children who are coping with symptoms of anxiety and depression, often in response to challenging and stressful life events such as a traumatic loss or a difficult transition. I try to make therapy a warm and supportive experience.
Margo Kinnicutt Goodman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Saint James, NY 11780
I am an LCSW-R with ten years experience working with a diverse clientele using an eclectic methodology..psychodynamic as well as cognitive, behavioral. I have a warm, sensitive approach to help you understand your own feelings better and articulate them clearly in order to help you overcome the obstacles holding you back in life. The goal is always to move gradually from Victimhood to Responsibility. I have had good success treating Depression, Anxiety, Couples, Children, Trauma. Chronic PTSD, Bereavement, Conflict Resolution, Anger Management.
I am an LCSW-R with ten years experience working with a diverse clientele using an eclectic methodology..psychodynamic as well as cognitive, behavioral. I have a warm, sensitive approach to help you understand your own feelings better and articulate them clearly in order to help you overcome the obstacles holding you back in life. The goal is always to move gradually from Victimhood to Responsibility. I have had good success treating Depression, Anxiety, Couples, Children, Trauma. Chronic PTSD, Bereavement, Conflict Resolution, Anger Management.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? Or do you have an adolescent that you are worried about? I know that making the first call or contact can create a great deal of anxiety. However, I make it easy to reach out. I love working with individuals, adolescents, and families, and have over 15 years of experience. I believe in a holistic approach to treatment and feel that the body/mind connection is very important. I look forward to working with you. Please call me with any questions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? Or do you have an adolescent that you are worried about? I know that making the first call or contact can create a great deal of anxiety. However, I make it easy to reach out. I love working with individuals, adolescents, and families, and have over 15 years of experience. I believe in a holistic approach to treatment and feel that the body/mind connection is very important. I look forward to working with you. Please call me with any questions.
Learn to treat yourself with the same kindness you so easily extend to others! You may have previously examined your childhood issues in therapy yet still struggle with your self-esteem. You may judge yourself harshly, placing your needs last. You may experience difficulties in relationships or dealing with painful transitions, or feel you have lost your sense of self. My nearly 20 years as a Clinician coupled with advanced training allows me to work with you on a meaningful and compassionate level you have not experienced previously. Learn to appreciate your sensitivities and vulnerabilities as strengths, not weaknesses.
Learn to treat yourself with the same kindness you so easily extend to others! You may have previously examined your childhood issues in therapy yet still struggle with your self-esteem. You may judge yourself harshly, placing your needs last. You may experience difficulties in relationships or dealing with painful transitions, or feel you have lost your sense of self. My nearly 20 years as a Clinician coupled with advanced training allows me to work with you on a meaningful and compassionate level you have not experienced previously. Learn to appreciate your sensitivities and vulnerabilities as strengths, not weaknesses.
Amy Sheridan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint James, NY 11780
“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going" (Shpancer, Ph.D.). Each of us is on a personal journey striving to be our best selves. Sometimes, these journeys can leave us feeling unequipped to navigate their rough terrain. For most, this is the human experience. While we can't escape the realities and emotions of this experience, we can certainly learn more effective ways to cope. We can find ways to be gentler, more loving, and kinder to ourselves so that we may share this with our loved ones and our community.
“Mental health is not a destination, but a process. It's about how you drive, not where you're going" (Shpancer, Ph.D.). Each of us is on a personal journey striving to be our best selves. Sometimes, these journeys can leave us feeling unequipped to navigate their rough terrain. For most, this is the human experience. While we can't escape the realities and emotions of this experience, we can certainly learn more effective ways to cope. We can find ways to be gentler, more loving, and kinder to ourselves so that we may share this with our loved ones and our community.
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Anxiety, depression, personal conflicts, and mental health challenges can cause significant distress. People often seek therapy to help find guidance and support in navigating these stressful waters. Through my use of CBT therapy, I want to work together to help you find ways to cope with life's uncertainty and reach a higher level of functioning. Life can be challenging, and together, we can find ways to promote a sense of wellness and satisfaction.
Anxiety, depression, personal conflicts, and mental health challenges can cause significant distress. People often seek therapy to help find guidance and support in navigating these stressful waters. Through my use of CBT therapy, I want to work together to help you find ways to cope with life's uncertainty and reach a higher level of functioning. Life can be challenging, and together, we can find ways to promote a sense of wellness and satisfaction.
Kathleen Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stony Brook, NY 11790 (Online Only)
I assist clients in finding increased presence, health and centeredness With 15 years experience facilitating therapy, I have learned that perspective and action can have huge impacts on our view of the world
I assist clients in finding increased presence, health and centeredness With 15 years experience facilitating therapy, I have learned that perspective and action can have huge impacts on our view of the world
Erica Whitehurst
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787 (Online Only)
Congratulations on taking the first step towards a more positive life as it takes a great deal of courage to begin your therapeutic journey. When taking that step, I strive to offer individuals a safe and empowering space in which we can work together to establish a therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe in disclosing your inner self which can lead towards healing and change.
Congratulations on taking the first step towards a more positive life as it takes a great deal of courage to begin your therapeutic journey. When taking that step, I strive to offer individuals a safe and empowering space in which we can work together to establish a therapeutic relationship where you can feel safe in disclosing your inner self which can lead towards healing and change.
I provide an open, supportive, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic environment for my clients. I am passionate about assisting clients in recognizing their strengths, building self-esteem and self-awareness, and learning skills to assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals and personal growth. I strongly believes that each individual has their own path to healing and is deserving of the support they need to be successful. Through a person-centered and strengths-based perspective, Alyssa incorporates integrative and evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy and more.
I provide an open, supportive, non-judgmental, and safe therapeutic environment for my clients. I am passionate about assisting clients in recognizing their strengths, building self-esteem and self-awareness, and learning skills to assist them in achieving their therapeutic goals and personal growth. I strongly believes that each individual has their own path to healing and is deserving of the support they need to be successful. Through a person-centered and strengths-based perspective, Alyssa incorporates integrative and evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), play therapy and more.
Catherine Rose Del Percio
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MA, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
During our sessions, you can expect a warm, supportive, and safe environment. My goal as a clinician is to create a space where my patients feel they can be vulnerable without judgment. I truly believe that committing to therapy has the potential to be the best decision someone can make for themselves.
During our sessions, you can expect a warm, supportive, and safe environment. My goal as a clinician is to create a space where my patients feel they can be vulnerable without judgment. I truly believe that committing to therapy has the potential to be the best decision someone can make for themselves.
Donna B Riley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lake Grove, NY 11755
My therapy perspective is as diverse as the community I serve. My work with individuals is geared toward strengthening their sense of self. I also facilitate peer support groups and small intimate therapeutic groups. My therapeutic model is a combination of Rogerian (person-centered therapy), and the Empowerment Approach (the connection between "social and economic justice" and "individual pain and suffering"). Family Systems Theory (connected to a living system); and Feminist Theory (gender and related concepts remain central to feminist social work theory). With this blend, the entire overarching concepts are framed.
My therapy perspective is as diverse as the community I serve. My work with individuals is geared toward strengthening their sense of self. I also facilitate peer support groups and small intimate therapeutic groups. My therapeutic model is a combination of Rogerian (person-centered therapy), and the Empowerment Approach (the connection between "social and economic justice" and "individual pain and suffering"). Family Systems Theory (connected to a living system); and Feminist Theory (gender and related concepts remain central to feminist social work theory). With this blend, the entire overarching concepts are framed.
People are occasionally presented with circumstances that tax their ability to effectively cope with life's challenges. A central aspect to helping clients is Ms. Regan's belief in the unique qualities and strengths of each person. In a warm and empathic environment these core strengths can be drawn out, amplified and enlisted to solve their problems and meet life challenges. The goal is to help people enhance understanding and develop new skills that create a sense of competence, balance and well being. This process provides the foundation for personal growth and positive change in one's life.
People are occasionally presented with circumstances that tax their ability to effectively cope with life's challenges. A central aspect to helping clients is Ms. Regan's belief in the unique qualities and strengths of each person. In a warm and empathic environment these core strengths can be drawn out, amplified and enlisted to solve their problems and meet life challenges. The goal is to help people enhance understanding and develop new skills that create a sense of competence, balance and well being. This process provides the foundation for personal growth and positive change in one's life.
Andrea Cooney
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stony Brook, NY 11790 (Online Only)
I am a collaborative and interactive therapist that utilizes a variety of CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques based on the individual client and their needs and goals. My approach emphasizes empathy, compassion, and understanding as no two individuals are the same. You are the writer of your own story, but together we can work on developing tools tailored to your specific needs.
I am a collaborative and interactive therapist that utilizes a variety of CBT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques based on the individual client and their needs and goals. My approach emphasizes empathy, compassion, and understanding as no two individuals are the same. You are the writer of your own story, but together we can work on developing tools tailored to your specific needs.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked for over 25 years with adults, couples, children and adolescents.I am a warm and caring professional who has continued with further post graduate training. I provide caring individual, couple and family psychotherapy services.Please feel free to contact me to discuss how we may work together for you, to achieve your life goals.Sliding scale and out of network are available.
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and have worked for over 25 years with adults, couples, children and adolescents.I am a warm and caring professional who has continued with further post graduate training. I provide caring individual, couple and family psychotherapy services.Please feel free to contact me to discuss how we may work together for you, to achieve your life goals.Sliding scale and out of network are available.
Alice Miriam Marjorie Woodson White, LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Stony Brook, NY 11790 (Online Only)
Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.
Restore your strength and resilience. Maximize your emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual ability. Affirm your inner greatness. Children, teens, adults, military veterans, their families, substance abusers, and the seriously and persistently mentally ill receive help. I am a certified Gottman Seven Principles of Marriage Program Educator, and a NYS Impaired Driver Assessment and Evaluation Provider. Receive the mature experience of a former preschool teacher, home school teacher, police detective, patrol supervisor, bereavement coordinator, college Psychology instructor, substance abuse counselor, and mental health therapist.
Long Island Elder Care & The Postive Connection
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Smithtown, NY 11787
Have feelings of anxiety and depression held you back from achieving goals? Do you feel anxious in social situations or have difficulty fitting in? Have you felt increasingly isolated during the pandemic? We can help! Call or email us today to set up an appointment with a licensed counselor. We accept most insurances with little to no out of pocket cost (based upon the individual's insurance plan and copay). Additionally we offer peer support groups. We are currently offering groups in self esteem, anger management, and depression. Call our office or email us to sign up or to find out fur
Have feelings of anxiety and depression held you back from achieving goals? Do you feel anxious in social situations or have difficulty fitting in? Have you felt increasingly isolated during the pandemic? We can help! Call or email us today to set up an appointment with a licensed counselor. We accept most insurances with little to no out of pocket cost (based upon the individual's insurance plan and copay). Additionally we offer peer support groups. We are currently offering groups in self esteem, anger management, and depression. Call our office or email us to sign up or to find out fur
Elaine Argueta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stony Brook, NY 11794
Waitlist for new clients
I would love to help you create the changes you are seeking and in turn find your authentic self. I am client centered and my approach is individualized to meet your personal needs and goals. I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all approach and together we can find and work on the issues that you feel are holding you back from having the life you want to be living.
I would love to help you create the changes you are seeking and in turn find your authentic self. I am client centered and my approach is individualized to meet your personal needs and goals. I feel that therapy is not a one size fits all approach and together we can find and work on the issues that you feel are holding you back from having the life you want to be living.
Christina Erhardt
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Stony Brook, NY 11790
Life can bring uncertainty and pain that we need help to navigate and heal from. Are you feeling unhappy or lost? Having relationship difficulties? Worried about the future? Have you endured great losses or hardships that are leaving you feeling confused, isolated or unlovable? You do not have to shoulder this alone. Maybe you want to feel fulfilled or joyful. Maybe you want to cultivate meaningful relationships. Maybe you want to grow in ways you never thought possible. I am passionate about helping people put the pieces of themselves back together in a way that leaves them feeling inspired and open to life's possibilities.
Life can bring uncertainty and pain that we need help to navigate and heal from. Are you feeling unhappy or lost? Having relationship difficulties? Worried about the future? Have you endured great losses or hardships that are leaving you feeling confused, isolated or unlovable? You do not have to shoulder this alone. Maybe you want to feel fulfilled or joyful. Maybe you want to cultivate meaningful relationships. Maybe you want to grow in ways you never thought possible. I am passionate about helping people put the pieces of themselves back together in a way that leaves them feeling inspired and open to life's possibilities.
I believe the most important aspect of therapy is the relationship you build with your therapist. A good therapeutic relationship is one in which you not only gain insight into your thoughts and behaviors, but you also feel accepted and supported as you work toward making positive changes in your life. My main goal as a therapist is to build a therapeutic alliance with each person I work with that is based on acceptance, trust and support, from which it is possible to reach a level of awareness that opens the door to life altering changes and transformations.
I believe the most important aspect of therapy is the relationship you build with your therapist. A good therapeutic relationship is one in which you not only gain insight into your thoughts and behaviors, but you also feel accepted and supported as you work toward making positive changes in your life. My main goal as a therapist is to build a therapeutic alliance with each person I work with that is based on acceptance, trust and support, from which it is possible to reach a level of awareness that opens the door to life altering changes and transformations.
Problems with your marriage? Wishing your relationship was different? Are you trying to make things better but disappointed that nothing has worked for very long? Or are you not yet in a committed relationship because you worry about whether you and your significant other are sufficiently compatible? You CAN LEARN to improve your relationship, to develop and maintain a feeling of connectedness, mutual respect, and passion.
As a psychologist with over 30 years of experience, I offer a safe place to explore your relationship and to develop a constructive, respectful means to resolve issues.
Problems with your marriage? Wishing your relationship was different? Are you trying to make things better but disappointed that nothing has worked for very long? Or are you not yet in a committed relationship because you worry about whether you and your significant other are sufficiently compatible? You CAN LEARN to improve your relationship, to develop and maintain a feeling of connectedness, mutual respect, and passion.
As a psychologist with over 30 years of experience, I offer a safe place to explore your relationship and to develop a constructive, respectful means to resolve issues.
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Medicare Therapists
Does insurance cover therapy, prescriptions and other behavioral health services?
In general, yes. Laws in the U.S. require insurers to cover essential behavioral health care at the same level as other health care services. Most health plans require a medical diagnosis and treatments that are evidence based and medically essential. This means that life coaching and alternative therapies are not covered, nor is therapy without a diagnosis. Call the number on the back or your insurance card or visit your insurance company's website to review your Summary of Benefits. If you have insurance through your employer, your Human Resources department may also be able to answer questions.
How much does therapy cost with insurance?
The cost of therapy depends on your region, how much training and experience your therapist has, and the type of treatment. The rate for talk therapy generally falls between $100 and $250. For a client seeing an in-network provider, the cost of therapy is often similar to the cost of other health care services. Clients pay co-pays and may need to satisfy a plan’s deductible before benefits kick in.
What is the difference between In-Network and Out-of-Network insurance coverage?
An in-network provider has contracted with an insurer to get paid directly for services, and to accept the insurer’s rate of compensation. Clients are responsible for deductibles and copays. If a therapist is out of network, that means that the client pays the therapist directly for services at the therapist’s regular fee. Out-of-Network providers often give clients a receipt so that they can file for partial reimbursement with their insurance company.
Is it difficult to find an In-Network therapist?
It is not unusual for therapists to limit the number of insurance patients in their practice, so it’s important to check in-network availability when you schedule your first appointment. In regions and times where therapy is in high demand it may take longer to get scheduled with an in-network therapist.
What is the difference between HMO and PPO insurance plans?
HMO health plans only cover in-network services, there is no reimbursement for out-of-network providers. PPO plans often cover both in- and out-of-network services, though the client may pay more for out-of-network services.
What is a Superbill?
A superbill is a receipt for therapy services. It provides all the information required by insurance companies to reimburse you for out-of-network services, including the diagnostic codes for your care, the amount paid, and the dates and duration of care.
Does insurance cover Online therapy?
Many therapists who shifted their practice to online therapy during the pandemic have kept that arrangement. And most insurers continue to cover telehealth services, with a few exceptions. Preventive care (such as an annual depression screening) is often required to be in-person to be covered, and some states require prescribers of controlled substances to see those patients in person.
Does insurance cover Group therapy?
Many insurance plans provide coverage for group therapy provided there is a medical diagnosis for group members, but there are some noteworthy exceptions. For example, Medicare does not always cover group therapy. Group therapy tends to cost less than individual therapy.
Does insurance cover Couples therapy?
Most insurance companies do not cover the cost of couples therapy because there is no medical diagnosis or medically necessary treatment. However, a few plans will offer a limited benefit, so it is still worth checking with your insurance company. Sometimes therapy is covered for a couple when one person has a diagnosis and another family member joins them for joint therapy, but it is considered therapy for the medical condition that includes a family member as a listener or helper, not couples counseling. Without insurance, most clients pay between $100-300 per 60-90 min session for couples therapy. Often clients can find classes or workshops that make it more affordable to work on their relationship. And some employers offer benefit plans that help defray the cost of couples therapy.
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy
Learn more about Insurance Coverage and Finding Affordable Therapy