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Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
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Grace Polanco

LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t (she, her)

Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Bay Shore, NY 11706
Let's Connect (516) 271-1433
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As your therapist, I create a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere to bring comfort in expressing your thoughts and feelings. Gaining a deeper understanding of oneself in a positive environment promotes growth, change and emotional well being. My aim is to hold space for all the parts of your inner world, and to collaboratively reflect on thoughts, behaviors and beliefs that no longer serve you. As a culturally-sensitive and trauma informed clinician, sessions will explore how past experiences have shaped your life, and to gain understanding on habits and behaviors that you feel are holding you back. Together we can explore ways to heal.
I specialize in working with individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, emotion/mood dysregulation, low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, eating disorders, and addictions. I integrate a variety of therapeutic approaches, techniques and practical tools based on your individual needs to help you feel empowered in your healing journey.
Life can be challenging at times. Counseling is a great way to work with a professional on managing your stresses and learning ways to cope. My aim is to empower you, provide you with useful tools for success, and ultimately assist you in gaining a deeper understanding of yourself. I am accepting new clients for tele-therapy sessions daytime & evening appts.
Call or Grace Polanco now for a free 15 minute consultation - (516) 271-1433

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bay Shore, NY 11706

(516) 271-1433
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Bay Shore, NY 11706

(516) 271-1433
I specialize in Depression, Anxiety and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
  • Pay by ACH Bank transfer, American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Mastercard, Paypal, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • BlueShield of Northeastern New York
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Fidelis
  • Highmark BCBS of Western New York
  • MagnaCare
  • Northwell
  • Optum
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
  • Out of Network
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Insurance determines if sessions are covered & what will be your out of pocket fee. If I'm not in your network we can discuss sliding scale
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
"
Insurance determines if sessions are covered & what will be your out of pocket fee. If I'm not in your network we can discuss sliding scale
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 012819 Grace Polanco
  • Attended Long Island University, Graduated 2019
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • Addiction
  • Alcohol Use
  • Anger Management
  • Behavioral Issues
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body Positivity
  • Borderline Personality (BPD)
  • Coping Skills
  • Drug Abuse
  • Eating Disorders
  • first/second generation immigrants
  • Life Transitions
  • Peer Relationships
  • Personality Disorders
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Sex Therapy
  • Stress
  • Substance Use
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues
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As a trauma informed clinician, I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, etc in response to difficult life experiences or traumatic events. During sessions, we will explore any recurrent difficulties within navigating daily life, along with intentional reflection on past experiences and how it relates to these daily challenges.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
"
As a trauma informed clinician, I work with clients who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, etc in response to difficult life experiences or traumatic events. During sessions, we will explore any recurrent difficulties within navigating daily life, along with intentional reflection on past experiences and how it relates to these daily challenges.
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t

2 Endorsements

Mary Mercandetti
Mary Mercandetti
Clinical Social Work/TherapistLCSW
Grace is a skilled therapist who demonstrates a high level of empathy for her patients. Her compassionate curiosity is a strength that she exhibits both in her professional life as well as her personal life.

Client Focus

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Age

Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Queer Allied

Ethnicity

Hispanic and Latino

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Eclectic
  • Existential
  • Gestalt
  • Humanistic
  • Person-Centered
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t

Location

Primary Location

Bay Shore, NY 11706

(516) 271-1433
Call for a free consultation now - (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Call for a free consultation now - (516) 271-1433
Photo of Grace Polanco, LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t
Grace Polanco
LMHC, NCC, CASAC-t