Counselors near Plainview, NY
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Biography: I am licensed in New York with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, lgbtq+ related issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!



Biography: I am licensed in New York with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence, depression and couples counseling. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.



Biography: I am a licensed psychologist in New York with over 20 years of professional work experience in the field of school psychology and education. I have experience in helping clients with behavior issues, parenting issues, relationship issues, anxiety and depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. My therapy style is warm and patient. I believe in treating everyone with respect and dignity. My therapeutic approach is primarily cognitive behavioral and client centered. Together, we will develop goals and a plan that meets your individual needs. I am a bilingual Latina. I speak English and Spanish. I understand that individuals function within a greater environment where cultural and linguistic backgrounds play a role. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey. I look forward to beginning our work together!



Biography: I am a bilingual (English/Spanish speaking) licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am a warm, empathic, kind hearted Licensed Mental Health Counselor with great listening skills and I love the work that I do. Serving others brings me fulfillment and gives me a sense of meaning and purpose. I received my Masters Degree at Nyack College in N.Y. and I have been practicing for five years. I am fluent in English and Spanish and can also provide Christian Counseling. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy flowing from a Psychodynamic perspective to help address irrational core beliefs stemming from the past, as well as Behavioral Therapy to teach interpersonal skills, Solution Focused, Problem Solving Therapy to help clarify what the root of the issue might be, Motivational Interviewing techniques to help arrive to a decision that clients choose. You have taken the first step towards improving the quality of your life. Feel free to reach out to me as soon as you are ready. I would love to help you achieve your goals. I also work with victims of interpersonal violence aka domestic violence and help with healing from Narcissistic personality disorder abuse.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 13 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: My name is Danny El Hassan (M.Ed., M.A.), and I am an LMHC in New York State. I use an integrative approach to treatment including psychodynamic, cognitive-behavioral, person-centered, existential, and multicultural approaches to help adults and older adults with a variety of issues including anxiety and depression. I also have clinical knowledge of abnormal psychology, mood disturbances, and self harming behavior. I take a strength based approach to the work, and I work with patients for short-term therapy and for longer-term therapy. I focus on unconscious factors to help patients increase self-awareness and insight. I have experience working with older adults, and I have been published as an author in the Journal of Homosexuality for my contributions to a project on the experiences of LGBT elders. I also have experience researching micro-aggressions experienced by people with disabilities. I have previously worked in Tele-Health and as a phone counselor, including with individuals in crisis. I have found that there are numerous benefits to Tele-Health for patients, including accessibility and convenience.

Biography: I am licensed in New York State as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW -R) with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, & parenting issues. I have worked with domestic violence perpetrators and victims as well as children and family systems with trauma and conflict. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: Therapy is a safe space for you to be unapologetically you. Whatever brings you here, welcome. I promise to provide a safe environment of empathy and advocacy in helping you recognize your own power. My approach is a collaborative and mindful experience meant to join you on your self-exploration journey. I believe we are all impacted by the world and people around us. Let me help you make sense of overwhelming problems, recognize negative cycles, and help you find your agency to change. I have a specific interest in working with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, stress, relationship struggles, school, and individuals with racial identity and racial trauma.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 3 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, bipolar disorder, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed clinical professional in city of New York with 29 + years of experience. I am a Psychoanalyst/Psychotherapist with a demonstrated history of working in the mental health care industry. Skilled in Psychoanalysis/Psychotherapy, with Individuals, Couples, Adults family and Children. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psycho-Oncology, Group Therapy, Family Therapy, Clinical Supervision, and Dual Diagnosis. I am focused in psychoanalysis from Institute for Psychoanalytic Training and Research. But can work in other modalities as well. I am also a LCSW "R". I look forward to helping you have a better future and present.

Biography: I am licensed therapist in New York with over five years of professional work experience. My work started in a psychoanalytic clinic and from there I started my own practice called Mental Hygiene, which focuses more on present moment, automatic thinking that causes negative reactions and beliefs, similar to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. My style is more casual with an occasional sense of humor. I believe that we are all going through small or big shifts and talking through them honestly is a great habit to build. With that said, I'm compassionate and like to give direction and homework between sessions, usually in the form of writing or mindfulness practices. Also, I don't skip over positive moments that happen as those are just as important to train our brain on in terms of communicating them. My experience with clients generally focuses on stress and anxiety through small or big shifts whether it's relationship issues, motivation, self esteem / confidence, or career difficulties. We are all in the process of scripting our narrative and many times we end up in black or white thinking that leaves us feeling stuck. I'm here to raise the light up to that and encourage thinking about the spectrum between the extremes and to verbalize it, while making sure we keep an eye on the positive things that are happening in your life. It shall be a fun journey if we do it together, fully committed!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 7 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, motivation, self esteem and confidence, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 25 years of professional work experience. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 11 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & career difficulties. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 27 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions, anger management, career difficulties, & coping with life changes. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. I operate from several treatment including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution Focused Therapy and Rational-Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT). I Received my Masters Degree in Clinical Counseling and chose to obtain an additional specialty in Sexual Orientation. I am able to work with individuals and couples/relationships both LGBTQ and Straight as well as monogamous and ethically Poly-formed relationships for a wide range of emotional and behavioral concerns. I am currently in Private Practice after an extensive career in non-profit, agency, and hospital settings. I endorse the the philosophies of holism and recovery when I approach mental wellness. Philosophically I believe that people are not defined by their mental illness or diagnosis and I work hard to help those I work with find the freedom they seek to have the life they want. I have experience working with individuals who suffer from depression, Anxiety and phobias, addiction/substance abuse, bipolar disorders, schizophrenia and other psychotic disorders, trauma, personality disorders, recovering from infidelity, sexual functioning concerns (all gender identifications) as well as those considering gender reassignment surgery.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 18 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am a therapist licensed in New York with over 10 years of experience working with clients in a variety of settings. I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, adjusting to changes in life circumstances, relationship issues, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. I believe in providing the best personalized quality of care to each individual client as they heal, grow, and learn in a safe and nonjudgmental environment. My approach combines Cognitive-Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral, humanistic, and psychodynamic therapies. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and I am here to support and empower you through these steps toward positive change. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 25 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, self-esteem, family conflicts, & coping with grief, loss and health issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Hello, I'm a Licensed Mental Health Clinician who lives in Buffalo NY. I have worked over thirty year with the co-occurring population. I also have a multitude of experience in care coordination, as an independently living skills trainer for clients with TBI, transitional case manager, and I have been a care giver since 2000. Throughout my adulthood, my job descriptions have all involve caring for individuals with mental health disorders, substance use disorders, traumatic brain injury and other disabilities. I have experience working with individuals who suffer from Major Depression Disorder, Obsessional Compulsive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Bi-Polar Disorder, Border Line Personality Disorder, Life Stressors, Grief and Loss, Emotional and Physical Trauma. I understand that reaching out for help via telehealth or in person can be a scary thing, but I want to assure you that it can be one of the best decisions you have made in regards to your self-help. It's my belief that we as people need someone to talk to but more importantly, linking with a clinician can create in depth conversations, a sense of being heard, no judgement, confidentiality/ one on one conversations, help in implementing and managing positive coping skills, while engaging in solution focused therapy. My counseling style is interactive, dedicated and warm. I am a personable counselor who believes in respect, expressing different levels of empathy, understanding and compassion. I am straight forward, forthcoming and believe its import to put in the work for successful outcomes. It's my belief that it takes courage to reach out in hopes to have a fulfilling and happy life. I want you to know that I'm here to support and empower you in this journey. I look forward to working with you. Specialties: Major Depression Disorders Generalized Anxiety Disorders Grief and Loss Obsessional Compulsive Disorders Trauma and Abuse Stress and Anxiety Management Experience In: Mood Disorders, Bipolar Disorders, Control Concerns, Grief and Loss, Family Issues and Concerns, Communication Issues, Anger Management, Self-esteem, Multicultural Concerns, Women Issues and Post Traumatic Stress, Career Concerns, Sex Dysfunctions (Hypo-active Sexual Desire Disorder & Male Orgasmic Disorder related to substance use. Clinical approaches: Person Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Focused Therapy (TFT), Solution Focused Therapy (SFT), Family Systems. Licensing: LMHC # 010624 (Expires:7/2023)

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 36 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, career difficulties, & executive and professional coaching. I also have experience working with compassion fatigue. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 6 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Hello! I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in New York, dedicated to supporting individuals through their unique challenges. With a focus on adjustment, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, family conflict, ADHD, trauma, and various forms of abuse, I approach each client with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I believe in tailoring our conversations and treatment plans to meet your specific needs, ensuring that you feel heard and understood throughout the process. Taking the first step toward a more fulfilling and happier life requires courage, and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Together, we can navigate your journey toward healing and personal growth. I speak two languages, Tagalog and English.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 10 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & trauma and abuse. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 8 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in Connecticut with 12 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I also have experience working with executive and professional coaching. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: "The Journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step." Taking the first step to sign up for therapy takes courage and it shows that part of you is in search for a better way of life! Before you start the journey it's important to get to know the person who will help be the flashlight to guide you on your way. Currently, I am a mother of 3 and licensed clinical social worker with 8 years of professional work experience in various settings. Prior to becoming a social worker, I worked as a certified addictions counselor supporting families and individuals with substance use disorder. Although that is my specialty, I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, mental health diagnosis, trauma and abuse, & motivation, self esteem, and confidence. Therapy is not one size fits all. I look forward to putting the pieces of your very own life puzzle together with you. Hopefully, we will be able to build trust in the process.

Biography: I am a licensed mental health counselor at NY with 10 years of experiences. The issues that I work with adults and children are depression, anxiety, anger issue, relationship difficulties, self-esteem, trauma. life stressors and transitions, family conflict, personality disorder, etc. I use Psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, and client-centered therapy.

Biography: I am licensed therapist in New York with 7 years of professional work experience, including residential treatment, acute inpatient care, and private practice. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, parenting issues, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression, self-harm, personality disorders, bipolar, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, suicidality, skill development, anger management, obsessive compulsion, identity development, body dysmorphia, eating disorders, mindfulness, and grounding techniques. I have experience working with individuals, family counseling, couples counseling, and group therapy. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Good day and allow me to introduce myself. My name is Michael H. Feldler, I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, a trained individual, family, group, trauma, and addiction specialist. I have over thirty-four years of experience working with children, adults, and family's in a variety of settings. In addition to my clinical training, I have worked for the past fourteen years as an instructor and supervisor to students on both an undergraduate and graduate level in a college based mental health training clinic. I am skilled in psychodynamic, client-centered, REBT, CBT, DBT, inter-relational, motivational, and family modalities. I believe in the importance of listening to what is being said, recognizing the relevance of motivation towards healing, and providing a safe and secure space to relate both thoughts and feelings. I am a trained group therapist, skilled in teaching as well as conducting sessions for individuals with trauma, addiction, and identified as a sex offender. Often times what brings you into treatment or therapy is just the tip of the iceberg and with exploration we can work on both the direct causes as well as the underlying measures towards health and personal growth. The essence of life is to feel complete, reduce loneliness, and isolation, and ultimately minimize those influences that prevent us from being "the person(s) we want to be." I look forward to hearing from you, establishing a positive and secure relationship and working on what brings you to a helping environment.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, parenting issues, & depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with over 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & career difficulties. I also have specialties working with clients who have difficulty focusing due to executive functioning issues, as well life transition issues for young adults as well as older individuals ending their work careers. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: My name is Kiernan Hamilton, and I am a licensed clinical social worker, with the R psychotherapy designation for the state of New York. I have been in this field of work since 2006, starting off working with families with youth that had behaviors which put them at risk for placement outside of the home. I then worked in community mental health dealing with issues such as depression, anxiety, severe mental illness, trauma, and family issues. I also supervised new social workers to develop their own practice. From there, I did program development for our local hospice care, as well as grief counseling and social work roles. Most recently, I have grown as a private practitioner. I work with primarily teens and adults on issues related to relationship and family issues, trauma, grief, depression, anxiety, and stress management. I ONLY DO LIVE MESSAGING/CHAT SESSIONS

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with lgbtq+ related issues, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I also have experience working with coping with grief and loss. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 15 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with coping with addictions and other issues that may impact you. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 23 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, & anger management. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in Ohio with 9 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: Hello! My name is Lenny, and it is my thought that nobody gets anywhere alone; so I am happy you are here. I have been working in the mental health field for about four years in community-based and group-focused services. I also have my own personal experiences as a consumer of the mental health industry. What this means is that I will not look at you as a diagnosis, or a cluster of symptoms, but as a human being. A central foundation of mine lies with self-determination; I believe each person knows what is best for him or herself, even in the hardest of times when we feel lost. I have worked with a diversity of people, and they probably taught me more than I taught them so I try to start at a place of openness, because I want you to be able to bring your whole self into the counseling session. I am a white, gay man which means there are a lot of things I have not experienced, however, I hope we can work to create a space comfortable enough to talk about experiences that you want to open up about. Our goals, values and tools stem from the communities we are involved in, whether they be spiritual, race, sexuality, gender, disability, and so on. None of us have all the answers, but I am willing to learn with you so that we can use everything at our disposal. I use a variety of approaches in my counseling including: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, to name a few (one thing I have learned is that people really like to abbreviate stuff). On top of these approaches, I work to incorporate humor and a multicultural focus into my work. Whatever work we do together, will be a partnership and it will be an honor to get to know you.

Biography: Hello! My name is Kelly Fisher, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in upstate New York and I have been providing therapy for over 10 years. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and parenting problems. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. My counseling style is meeting my clients where they are in their lives with a warm and supportive approach. I am a firm believer that every individual is an expert in their own life and posses the skills necessary to attain the best version of themselves. It takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. Thank you for trusting me in your journey to healing. I look forward to working with you.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 22 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with grief and loss, & parenting issues. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York and New Jersey with an array of 30+ years of professional work experience. I've facilitated groups at halfway houses, worked in numerous crisis centers and hospitals, advocated and counseled people who have been survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, worked with TBI clients, etc. All of these work endeavors were to seek answers on how best to help people. It is also for this reason that I'm eternally learning new evidence-based approaches to therapy. I hold certifications in trauma, ADHD, nutrition and mental health, grief, integrative sex therapy, DBT, as well as extensive knowledge in anxiety, depression, mood disorders, etc. On a national level, I train other professionals on sexual trauma. All of this education is designed to give you as many tools as possible to help you achieve your goals and alleviate your symptoms starting with the first session. I have learned that around 80% of the strategies I've learned will work for you and about 20% will be unique to you. We'll figure your recipe out together. Life can be wonderful, and I want you living your best life instead of in therapy with me once a week. Of course, we will go at a pace that works for you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 40 years of professional work experience. I have a lot of experience in helping clients with relationship issues, intimacy related issues, I also have experience working with mid-life crisis. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York as a Psychologist. I believe in treating everyone with respect and compassion. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life style and to take the first steps towards a change. My primary therapeutic modalities are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Positive Psychology, and Psychodynamic approaches. I am here to support & empower you on your journey of emotional and psychological wellness. ~ Dr. Nena

Biography: I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York. My experience comes from providing direct mental health counseling for children, teens, and young adults with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, low self-esteem, assertiveness, boundary setting, and emotional intelligence. My experience is varied across multiple settings. I have provided individual, family, and group therapy in school settings, college counseling centers, church and community settings, and private practice. I have learned that we are greater than the sum of our parts; and that the things we have gone through do not define us. When put together, those things make us the unique individuals that we are. We all come from different backgrounds with specific hardship that has shaped us into the person that we are today. I will strive to treat the therapeutic relationship and you with honor, respect, compassion, and warmth. My therapeutic approach is eclectic. I draw my influence from Rogerian (Person-Centered) Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I believe that the client is the expert of their lives and my role in the therapeutic relationship is the provide a safe space for honest self-exploration. However, my top priority is to meet you where you are and work collaboratively to meet your goals. Whether you are working towards enlightenment or to improve functioning, I will tailor your treatment to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes a lot of strength and courage to work towards a more fulfilling and happier life. If you are ready to take the step, I am here to support and empower you.

Biography: I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with more than 10 years of professional work experience. I believe that you are the expert of your story. My eclectic approach with elements of CBT, REBT and psychodynamic therapy focuses on empowering you to utilize your own unique strengths to manage and address challenges that stand in the way of your goals and aspirations. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, family conflicts, parenting issues, and general mental health counseling. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialogue and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 28 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with addictions, relationship issues, & trauma and abuse. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in Florida and New York with 10+ years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, motivation, self esteem, confidence, coping with life changes, & concentration, memory. I also have experience working with focus (adhd). I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. It takes courage to seek out a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. I am here to support & empower you in that journey.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, coping with grief and loss, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: Hello There! My name is Katie... Thank you for taking to time to take a look at my profile. First of all congrats to you for reaching out for some guidance. It may sound cliche', but asking for help can truly be one of the most difficult parts of the healing process. I am a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC). I've been providing counseling, training, teaching, and coaching in the Western New York region for over 20 years. Though I have worked with children, families, and individuals in a variety of different settings, my approach is always the same. No judgment, a complete empathic approach, and genuine regard for who it is I am working with. I have been privileged to work with individuals from all walks of life struggling with challenges ranging from trauma, grief, life transitions, as well as managing long term mental health diagnoses. I consider it to be an honor to stand by one's side and help them untangle their thoughts and emotions as they continue on life's journey. I hope to share that journey with you...

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 20 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression among many others. I have had the honor and privledge of helping various populations cope with the challenges of life transitions. I believe every client is the expert of their story with many strengths to overcoming challenges. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, coping with grief, coping with loss, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & depression. I also have experience working with coping with life changes. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 4 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, confidence, & bipolar disorder. I also have experience working with depression. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in New York and California with 10 years of professional work experience. As a licensed psychologist and a yoga instructor, I see the healing journey for all of us as holistic, fresh, and full of growing and healing possibilities for both our mind and body. I truly believe in everyone's full potential to create a healthy, happy, and fulfilling life, despite hardships and struggles. In fact, often it is the hardships and struggles that motivate us to get in touch with our strengths to overcome and thrive to live life to the fullest. I would like to have the honor to work with you in discovering ways to create life that is peaceful, meaningful, and joyful for you. My approach is a blend of cognitive behavioral, humanistic, and mind-body integrative interventions with your unique needs and style at the center of my work. I hope to get to work with you on your journey. If you are ready to take that step, I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: Hi! If you are exploring Better Help, it is likely that you are struggling with something significant in your life. Finding the right person to help you through these challenges is very important. I am committed to creating a supportive, compassionate, non-judgmental environment where you can express your thoughts, feelings, fears and difficulties at a comfortable pace. I believe that empathy and understanding are paramount in building a good working relationship, which in turns helps people feel more hopeful and confident in their ability to make the changes needed to improve their lives. I want to provide some information about me in order to help you decide if my experience and style is the right match for you. I am a clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience. I received an undergraduate degree in Psychology at Connecticut College, graduate degree in Social Work at Adelphi University (NY), and did post-graduate work at the Center of Modern Psychoanalysis (NY). I have been providing therapy in private practice, community mental health centers and agencies, I was Director of Social Work at a large social Services Agency where I managed therapy programs, supervised staff and supervised therapists in training. I also taught for many years in the graduate Departments of Social Work and Mental Health Counseling at Long Island University (NY), where my main teaching focus was on clinical training, supervision, diagnosis and treatment. I have experience in working with adults and senior adults with a wide array of issues including anxiety, stress, depression, sadness, mood disorders, personality disorders, social anxiety, frustration, self-esteem, life transitions, peer relationships, parenting, pre-marital preparation, marital and/or family conflict, divorce/separation adjustment, occupational and/or educational difficulties, caregiving, chronic illness, grief, and adjusting to the aging process. In 2020, I offered a series of webinars on COVID related stress and techniques to help minimize the anxiety. I'm trained in multiple therapy approaches so that I am better able to work in a flexible way and can more effectively meet your needs. I can interact with you in whatever manner you are most comfortable. I find it helpful to participate in video sessions so that we can get to know each other better. But I am also available to you via phone and text if that is more comfortable for you. I generally check messages here a few times a day, Monday-Sunday and respond as quickly as I can, most often within 24 hours. I look forward to hearing from you!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, abuse, motivation, self esteem, & confidence. I also have experience working with depression. I believe that you are the expert of your story and that you have many strengths that will assist you in overcoming things that challenge you. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am a licensed clinical social worker in New York State whose counseling services have centered around helping individuals, couples and family members alleviate depression, anxiety, and relationship challenges. I have worked with people of all ages, with a special focus on adults and older adults. Other practice concentrations have included Grief Counseling, Life Changes, Self Esteem, Confidence Building and Autism Spectrum Disorders. I have worked with clients with ADHD, OCD, Adjustment Disorders, and Agoraphobia. My approach is flexible and supports clients in defining their own goals. I believe in providing a caring, compassionate, and warm approach to discussions, centered around client needs. I am well versed in several therapeutic techniques that utilize concepts from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered Focus, and Strength's Perspective Therapy. My treatment approach is defined by a client's identified needs and goals and remains open and nonjudgmental throughout the alliance. Reaching out for support when you are going through a difficult time takes strength and determination. Your courage should be met with respect and great caring. I look forward to working with you!

Biography: Hello and welcome! I am a licensed mental health counselor based in New York State. I have been providing counseling in a variety of settings (outpatient community mental health clinic, inpatient psychiatric hospital, and home based family services) for the past 22 years. Don't struggle alone- I am here to help. It is a courageous thing to ask for help, and I am ready to stand by you as you walk through life's challenges. I employ a wide range of counseling styles, but my main focus is making sure you feel supported and empowered. I will work collaboratively with you as you face concerns such as depression, anxiety, life transitions such as divorce or empty nest, eating disorders, and trauma. I look very forward to working with you!

Biography: I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Florida with 5 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and addictions. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!

Biography: I am licensed in New York with 30 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, trauma and abuse, motivation, self esteem, and confidence, & depression. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to seeking a more fulfilling and happier life takes courage. I am here to support you in that process.

Biography: I am licensed in the state of New York and am in the transformation business; transforming relationships and careers. I take a 360-degree assessment of the issues in play, then work with the client to mentally and strategically craft a plan of resolution. As a Counseling Psychologist, I help clients debunk past debris to seamlessly invite the gifts of the present and as a Strategist, I help individuals and corporate entities identify blind spots and craft new plans for success. My 30 years of experience in both the corporate sector and the therapeutic realm, I am considered the psychologist and strategist of choice for both personal and professional development. My multi-faceted training has provided wide-ranging opportunities as a Counseling Psychologist, Performance Strategist, Business Mentor, Author, Speaker and Expert Panelist. I provide personalized coaching for both individuals and corporate entities to lay the groundwork for next level positioning. I leverage my knowledge in neuropsychology with more than 25 years in the corporate sector to facilitate personal and professional development. I believe that every relationship embodies an element of psychology. Integral to that is understanding the oneness of self the vertical relationship (mind, body, and spirit) as it is key to the success of horizontal relationships relationships with others, personal and corporate. I'm looking forward to working with you. How might I help?

Biography: I am an individual, family and marriage counselor licensed in New York with over 25 years of experience working as a psychotherapist and life coach. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and I don't believe in stigmatizing labels. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, humanistic, psychodynamic and rational-emotive counseling. I will tailor our dialog and treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. It takes courage to seek for a more fulfilling and happier life and to take the first steps towards a change. If you are ready to take that step I am here to support and empower you. I look forward to working with you!

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Learn more about Counselors and how to choose the right one for you
A counselor provides support and guidance to individuals, couples, families, and groups. Counselors work in a variety of settings to help people work through or overcome their personal, social and psychological challenges. A counselor who offers primarily mental and behavioral health counseling may be known as a mental health counselor or therapist. Guidance counselors help people with their educational and career goals.
The practice of counseling varies depending on the counselor’s specialty, setting and patient. In general, a counselor may:
- Provide individual, group, family, and couples/marriage counseling
- Provide school and career planning guidance
- Advocate for patients and certain populations, such as abused women, children, and the disabled, to help them overcome institutional and social barriers
- Perform risk assessments and personality tests
- Evaluate and develop counseling plans for their patients, re-evaluating and modifying these plans as needed
- Provide coping skills and therapeutic techniques to patients, such as breathing techniques, talk therapy, and the use of visual imagery
- Collaborate, refer, and consult with other professionals, such as teachers, psychologists, social workers, and psychiatrists
- Involuntarily commits patients in emergency situations
Many different types of healthcare professionals can practice counseling, including licensed counselors, social workers, marriage and family therapists, and psychologists. Counselors may also be known by the following names: therapist, psychotherapist, psychoanalyst, and guidance counselor.
There are 2971 specialists practicing Counseling in Plainview, NY with an overall average rating of 4.3 stars. There are 7 hospitals near Plainview, NY with affiliated Counseling specialists, including North Shore University Hospital, Brightside Medical-Alabama and Claxton-Hepburn Medical Center.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I find a top-rated Counselor in Plainview, NY?
How can I find a top-rated Counselor in Plainview, NY?
Healthgrades gives you the tools and information you need to find high-quality care, including top-rated Counselors in Plainview, NY. You can filter your search results to a specific Rating threshold, or go to “Top Rated” to quickly view Counselors with our highest patient ratings.
Every Healthgrades profile includes information about the factors that matter most when choosing care, including a Counselor's education, board certification, and experience. You can even see which specific conditions a doctor treats most often.
Healthgrades also spotlights high-quality healthcare professionals by identifying them as “Healthgrades Choice.” This badge indicates that a physician has above average experience, good patient ratings, no healthcare sanctions, and affiliations with quality hospitals.
Finally, you can read reviews and ratings from verified patients about their experiences with a doctor.
Together, all of these factors provide a comprehensive picture of Counselors in Plainview, NY so you can make an informed, confident decision about the care you receive.
How can I share my experience after visiting a Counselor through Healthgrades?
How can I share my experience after visiting a Counselor through Healthgrades?
Patient ratings and reviews are an important tool in helping other people like yourself make informed healthcare choices. If you read patient reviews as part of your decision-making process, you can pay it forward by sharing your own experience with a Counselor.
After your visit, you can visit your Counselor's profile and go to “Leave a Review.” From here you will be required to provide a star rating from 1 to 5 to reflect how likely you are to recommend that doctor. You can also leave an optional text review about your experience.
You will be required to submit your email address so Healthgrades can confirm your review, and you must verify that you received treatment from the physician and agree to Healthgrades terms and conditions.
How can I find a Counselor in Plainview, NY who speaks a specific language other than English?
How can I find a Counselor in Plainview, NY who speaks a specific language other than English?
Finding a Counselor in Plainview, NY with whom you can communicate effectively is an essential part of finding quality care. You can go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results and scroll to “Language.” From there, you narrow your search to physicians who speak your selected language(s).
Healthgrades lets you filter by more than 100 languages, including Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Hindu, Urdu, Tagalog, and American Sign Language.
How can I find Counselors within a specific distance from my location?
How can I find Counselors within a specific distance from my location?
Go to “Distance” on your Healthgrades search results page and select the distance range you would be willing to travel for your visit, such as 1 miles, 5 miles, 10 miles, 25 miles, 50 miles, 100 miles, or nationwide.
You can also go to “Top Rated” to quickly view a list of 4-star and above-rated Counselors within 10 miles of your selected location.
Keep in mind: The right specialist for you may not be among the ones closest to you, and it may be worth expanding your search to find the highest-quality care.
How can I search for Counselors in Plainview, NY specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
How can I search for Counselors in Plainview, NY specializing in a specific sub-specialty or niche area?
After your initial specialty search, Healthgrades allows you to narrow your search to specific conditions or practicing areas within that specialty.
On your Healthgrades search results page, go to “Practice Area.” From here you can select specific conditions or subspecialties that more directly reflect the type of care you need.
How can I find Counselors in Plainview, NY with availability that aligns with my schedule?
How can I find Counselors in Plainview, NY with availability that aligns with my schedule?
You can filter your Healthgrades search results based on appointment availability, including options such as same-day, tomorrow, or within 2 weeks. Under “All Filters,” scroll to “Availability” and select the appointment timeframe you need.
You can also contact a Counselor's office directly to ask about appointment availability, including same-day availability or unexpected cancellations that may have opened up new appointments in your desired timeframe.
How can I locate Counselors in Plainview, NY affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
How can I locate Counselors in Plainview, NY affiliated with a specific facility or hospital?
Finding a Counselor in Plainview, NY with affiliations at high-quality hospitals is key to a successful treatment outcome. Healthgrades lets you filter your search to doctors who have admitting privileges at the hospital(s) you prefer.
Go to “All Filters” on your Healthgrades search results, then scroll to “Affiliated Facility.” From here you can select one or more preferred hospitals to narrow your search to specialists with affiliations at those facilities.
How can I find Counselors in Plainview, NY who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
How can I find Counselors in Plainview, NY who offer LGBTQ+ affirming care on Healthgrades?
Finding a Counselor in Plainview, NY who affirms your identity is an essential part of a successful healthcare partnership. For people who identify as LGBTQ+, you can filter your Healthgrades search results to physicians who designate themselves as LGBTQ+ affirming.
Go to “All Filters” in your search results, then scroll down and select “LGBTQ+ affirming.”
Is it possible to filter Counselors in Plainview, NY based on their age on Healthgrades?
Is it possible to filter Counselors in Plainview, NY based on their age on Healthgrades?
Some people feel more comfortable seeing a Counselor in a specific age range. You can filter your Healthgrades search results by going to “All Filters,” and then scrolling down to “Healthcare Professional’s Age.” From here, you can select age ranges from under 40, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, or over 70 years old.
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY stay connected with their patients between appointments?
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY stay connected with their patients between appointments?
A Counselor's office in Plainview, NY may offer a variety of resources for patients who need care or medical advice between appointments. These may include an answering service, nurse or physician assistant helpline, or text support through a patient portal.
When scheduling your appointment, or during your visit, ask your Counselor's office about available care options between scheduled appointments.
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY approach patient education and empowerment during appointments?
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY approach patient education and empowerment during appointments?
Each Counselor has their approach to educating and empowering patients. As a patient, you should feel comfortable asking questions and have confidence in your understanding of the answers. A strong partnership with your Counselor helps you work together to find a treatment plan that's right for you, which improves the likelihood of a successful outcome.
Patient ratings and reviews can be particularly helpful in learning about a doctor's communication style. By reading about other people's experiences with a Counselor, you can get a sense of how that specialist approaches patient education and empowerment to decide if they're a fit for you.
Can I request electronic prescriptions or medication refills from Counselors in Plainview, NY for convenience?
Can I request electronic prescriptions or medication refills from Counselors in Plainview, NY for convenience?
Many medical practices provide electronic prescriptions or medication refills as a quick, convenient way for you to receive your medications. Ask your doctor's office about whether they provide electronic prescriptions or refills, and check with your health insurance provider about prescription services they may offer.
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings?
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY facilitate seamless transitions of care for patients transitioning between healthcare settings?
If you need to change healthcare settings, such as being discharged from the hospital to a rehabilitation center or transitioning to home care, your team of healthcare professionals will work together to ensure continuity of care. They will communicate your medical records, history, and any other important information to the next care team so everyone can be equipped to provide high-quality care.
It is also important that you understand and feel confident about each step of your care. Don't hesitate to ask questions, and offer honest communication with your healthcare professionals so they can tailor your treatment to your needs.
Can I access remote monitoring or telehealth services provided by Counselors in Plainview, NY for ongoing care management?
Can I access remote monitoring or telehealth services provided by Counselors in Plainview, NY for ongoing care management?
Your Counselor may recommend that you use new technologies called Remote Patient Monitoring (RPM) to monitor your condition or symptoms between appointments. This may include tracking factors such as your weight, heart rate, blood oxygen level, blood pressure, temperature, or glucose levels. RPM devices can provide real-time updates to your physician or care team so they can keep track of trends or determine if you need more immediate care.
During your appointment, ask your Counselor about the potential use of RPM and the possible benefits for your individual treatment plan.
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY address patient feedback and quality improvement initiatives to enhance their practice?
How do Counselors in Plainview, NY address patient feedback and quality improvement initiatives to enhance their practice?
Patient feedback is an important and helpful factor for Counselors as they work to improve and maintain the quality of their practice. Ratings and comments from patients can provide guidance for office staff, process efficiencies, and physician communication. Healthgrades also publishes hospital quality data and awards the top facilities in the nation as America's Best Hospitals. These data-driven reports help specialists choose affiliations with high-quality hospitals that offer a higher rate of successful outcomes.
What role do Counselors in Plainview, NY play in addressing public health challenges and epidemics affecting the local community?
What role do Counselors in Plainview, NY play in addressing public health challenges and epidemics affecting the local community?
As physicians offering first-hand care to patients, Counselors have a unique perspective and influence on public health. Routine screenings for diseases or conditions can help prevent more complicated care down the line, reducing the risk of healthcare-associated infection for patients. By counseling patients on preventive lifestyle habits, such as routine exercise and nutrition, doctors can lower the risk of chronic conditions in the population and ease the demand for critical care. Local physicians may also participate in community health programs or offer volunteer care, which helps increase access to healthcare for those who may not otherwise receive it. Through these types of initiatives and others like them, specialists can contribute to their community's overall public health.
What support resources are available for caregivers of patients receiving care from Counselors in Plainview, NY?
What support resources are available for caregivers of patients receiving care from Counselors in Plainview, NY?
Acting as a caregiver for a loved one can be a stressful and often emotional role. Caregiver burnout is common, and the challenges of caring for someone with a serious condition may be overwhelming. Fortunately, help is available.
Your Counselor's office in Plainview, NY may be able to provide information about local support groups for caregivers, or there are several online communities you can access. Local respite services can provide quality, short-term care for your loved one and allow you to take needed time for yourself.
Caregivers of veterans enrolled in the Veterans Affairs health system can receive support through the VA, including legal and financial planning services. If your loved one has a disability and already receives Medicaid, your City may allow you to become a paid caregiver. Contact your state's Medicaid office for more information.
What measures do Counselors in Plainview, NY take to address patients' financial concerns or facilitate access to affordable healthcare services?
What measures do Counselors in Plainview, NY take to address patients' financial concerns or facilitate access to affordable healthcare services?
Your Counselor's office can provide information about financial assistance, which may be referred to as charity care. Some doctor's offices also offer payment plans that allow you to pay your bill over a certain period of time.
If you need to receive care at a hospital, you may qualify for financial assistance through that hospital. If you receive care at a non-profit hospital, you must be offered financial assistance if you cannot afford to pay. If you participate in a government program, such as Medicaid or Medicare, those programs' websites can offer guidance about coverage for the care you need.
Your hospital may also have a patient advocate on staff who can help guide you through your coverage or your financial assistance options. You can also find your own guide through the Patient Advocate Foundation.
How can patients effectively advocate for themselves during appointments with Counselors in Plainview, NY?
How can patients effectively advocate for themselves during appointments with Counselors in Plainview, NY?
It is important to remember that you are a partner with your Counselor as you find the right treatment plan for you. You have a voice in your healthcare decisions, and it is important to communicate your goals and preferences clearly to get the highest quality of care.
Ways to advocate for yourself during appointments include: preparing questions in advance to ask your doctor, bringing someone with you to listen and take notes, asking your Counselor to clarify when you do not understand something, and being honest when you have concerns.
If you are unsure about a recommended treatment, tell your doctor you want to seek a second opinion. A quality Counselor will not take offense at this; rather, a good doctor wants to get as much information as possible to make the right treatment choice. If your Counselor does question your interest in a second opinion, it may be a sign that another Counselor may be a better fit for you.