Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

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165 North Village Avenue, 132, Rockville Centre, NY 11570

(516) 963-1799

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Dakota graduated with her master's degree in mental health counseling at Adelphi University in May 2025. She desires to help individuals who suffer from anxiety, behavioral issues, depression, family conflict, trauma, parenting, self-esteem, and stress. She utilizes a holistic approach, incorporating therapies such as play therapy, CBT, psychodynamic, and mindfulness techniques to help her clients achieve their goals.

Dakota is passionate about helping others by creating an empathetic space where they feel heard, understood, and supported. Her goal is to work collaboratively with her clients to develop a comfortable treatment plan that is unique to each client.

Take the first step to help. Call or Email Dakota McDonald now - (516) 963-1799

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nassau Psychology PC

165 North Village Avenue

132

Rockville Centre, NY 11570 map

(516) 963-1799

My website

I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Let's Connect (516) 963-1799

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Nassau Psychology PC

165 North Village Avenue

132

Rockville Centre, NY 11570 map

(516) 963-1799

My website

I accept insurance

Individual one-on-one therapy

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

Aetna
Cigna and Evernorth
Fidelis
HealthFirst
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
MetroPlus Health Plan
Optum
Oscar Health
Oxford
Private Pay
United Medical Resources (UMR)
UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (516) 963-1799

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (516) 963-1799

Qualifications

Verified by Psychology Today Supervised by Mary Silverman (New York / 096105 ) Dakota McDonald

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (516) 963-1799

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (516) 963-1799

Specialties and Expertise

Expertise

ADHD
Anger Management
Anxiety
Behavioral Issues
Bipolar Disorder
Child
Codependency
Coping Skills
Depression
Family Conflict
Grief
Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
Peer Relationships
School Issues
Self Esteem
Stress

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (516) 963-1799

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (516) 963-1799

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Age

Children (6 to 10) ,

Preteen ,

Teen ,

Adults ,

Elders (65+)

Participants

Individuals

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
Play Therapy
Psychodynamic

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (516) 963-1799

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (516) 963-1799

Groups

RVC Kids Coping Skills Group

Hosted by

Dakota McDonald

Therapeutic group focusing on the development of coping skills for children 7-9 years old. An intake evaluation is required with a parent/guardian present prior to attending the group to meet the group leaders. (Most insurances accepted) * Please note, clients are not required to be attending individual therapy at Nassau Psychology, PC in order to participate in group therapy at our practice. Please call/text 516-350-8564 or email info@nassaupsychology.org for more information.

Expertise

ADHD

Anxiety

Peer Relationships

Types of Therapy

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Session Cost

$50+

Group Meets

Every other Wed 5 P.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

165 North Village Avenue

Suite 132

Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Email Dakota McDonald about this group or call - (516) 963-1799

RVC Middle School Boys Coping Skills Group

Hosted by

Dakota McDonald

Therapeutic group designed for boys ages 10–12, focusing on building and strengthening coping skills to support a smooth transition into middle school and promote success throughout. . (Most insurance accepted) * Please note, clients are not required to be attending individual therapy at Nassau Psychology, P.C. in order to participate in group therapy at our practice. A one time intake evaluation is required prior to being admitted into group therapy to ensure we are a good fit for the client's needs and to meet the group leader.

Group Meets

Every other Wed 5 P.M. - 6 P.M.

Location

Nassau Psychology

165 North Village Avenue

Rockville Centre, NY 11570

Email Dakota McDonald about this group or call - (516) 963-1799

Location

Primary Location

Nassau Psychology PC

165 North Village Avenue

132

Rockville Centre, NY 11570

(516) 963-1799

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My website

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Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Take the first step to help. Call now - (516) 963-1799

Dakota McDonald

Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC- LP

Take the first step to help. Call now - (516) 963-1799

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