Therapists for Teens and Adolescents in Farmingville, NY

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Rachel A Roger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Farmingville, NY 11738
Waitlist for new clients
I like to think that I am in the business of mental WELLness. No matter where you are in your life, it is my calling to help you express what you need, and my passion to find ways to help you achieve it!
I like to think that I am in the business of mental WELLness. No matter where you are in your life, it is my calling to help you express what you need, and my passion to find ways to help you achieve it!
(631) 201-5263 View (631) 201-5263
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Jane Teitel-Negrin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Farmingville, NY 11738
Our growth brings positive change! Today you are one step closer to a new you as you reach out for support and guidance with the realization that something isn't working effectively in your relationship with yourself and others. In a safe, caring and respectful environment I work with individuals, couples, and families toward creating more fulfilling lives. When we seek compassionate professional help at difficult times in our lives we are valuing ourselves and our relationships so that we can get what we need and deserve.
Our growth brings positive change! Today you are one step closer to a new you as you reach out for support and guidance with the realization that something isn't working effectively in your relationship with yourself and others. In a safe, caring and respectful environment I work with individuals, couples, and families toward creating more fulfilling lives. When we seek compassionate professional help at difficult times in our lives we are valuing ourselves and our relationships so that we can get what we need and deserve.
(631) 938-7284 View (631) 938-7284
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Empower Me Mental Health Counseling
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, low self esteem, interpersonal conflicts, difficult life transitions, perinatal and postpartum issues, and many other challenges.
Is your teen being bullied, experiencing low self-esteem, or unmotivated? Are you overwhelmed by the transition into adulthood? Conflicts with family members, friends, or your partner? Anxiety and panic attacks? Feeling like you aren't good enough? Comparing yourself to others? Struggling with pregnancy,being a new parent or a traumatic birth experience?
I work with adolescents and adults who are struggling with anxiety, stress, low self esteem, interpersonal conflicts, difficult life transitions, perinatal and postpartum issues, and many other challenges.
Is your teen being bullied, experiencing low self-esteem, or unmotivated? Are you overwhelmed by the transition into adulthood? Conflicts with family members, friends, or your partner? Anxiety and panic attacks? Feeling like you aren't good enough? Comparing yourself to others? Struggling with pregnancy,being a new parent or a traumatic birth experience?
(631) 295-4571 View (631) 295-4571
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Christian Kraidman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
Life can start to feel heavy when anxiety, stress, or low mood begin to take up too much space. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions. Sometimes people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or not quite like themselves anymore. Other times they’re facing changes in relationships, work, or identity and want a place to sort things out.
Life can start to feel heavy when anxiety, stress, or low mood begin to take up too much space. I work with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, and difficult life transitions. Sometimes people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, burned out, or not quite like themselves anymore. Other times they’re facing changes in relationships, work, or identity and want a place to sort things out.
(631) 866-0288 View (631) 866-0288
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Nick Garbarini
Pre-Licensed Professional, CRPA-P
Farmingville, NY 11738
As a CRPA-P my main goal is to compassionately empower others to either embark on or re-engage into their recovery journey from addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. As a person in long term recovery from such disorders and also a family member of loved ones struggling with the same conditions, I am uniquely positioned to connect with people who are sometimes thought of as unreachable. I employ my years of experience on both ends of the spectrum to help people let go of old ideas and enthusiastically participate in their own lives.
As a CRPA-P my main goal is to compassionately empower others to either embark on or re-engage into their recovery journey from addiction and co-occurring mental health disorders. As a person in long term recovery from such disorders and also a family member of loved ones struggling with the same conditions, I am uniquely positioned to connect with people who are sometimes thought of as unreachable. I employ my years of experience on both ends of the spectrum to help people let go of old ideas and enthusiastically participate in their own lives.
(631) 859-7485 View (631) 859-7485
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Esther W Ekanem
Counselor, LMHC-D, CASAC, NCC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Reaching out to a therapist is the first step in understanding and seeing your life through a different lens, and discovering ways to make positive changes in your life. My focus is to provide counseling that leads to healing, growth and healthy changes in your life in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment. I am passionate about helping you develop effective coping skills; overcome transitions and challenges; and develop positive thinking.
Reaching out to a therapist is the first step in understanding and seeing your life through a different lens, and discovering ways to make positive changes in your life. My focus is to provide counseling that leads to healing, growth and healthy changes in your life in a nonjudgmental and supportive environment. I am passionate about helping you develop effective coping skills; overcome transitions and challenges; and develop positive thinking.
(631) 739-5980 View (631) 739-5980
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Lisa Newsom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Farmingville, NY 11738
You do not have to carry this alone. Life can feel overwhelming. You might be navigating intense anxiety, depression, or strained relationships. Major transitions and past trauma often leave you feeling exhausted, isolated, and stuck. Therapy offers a safe space to slow down. Together, we will look beneath the surface to understand your pain and begin your healing journey.
You do not have to carry this alone. Life can feel overwhelming. You might be navigating intense anxiety, depression, or strained relationships. Major transitions and past trauma often leave you feeling exhausted, isolated, and stuck. Therapy offers a safe space to slow down. Together, we will look beneath the surface to understand your pain and begin your healing journey.
(631) 614-5389 View (631) 614-5389
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Jacqueline Porcelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Therapy is more than a place to talk — it’s a space to pause, breathe, and gently untangle the experiences that have shaped you. I see each person as inherently resilient, even when life feels overwhelming. Within a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, we can begin to make sense of what’s been heavy, reconnect with your strengths, and create room for meaningful change.
Therapy is more than a place to talk — it’s a space to pause, breathe, and gently untangle the experiences that have shaped you. I see each person as inherently resilient, even when life feels overwhelming. Within a supportive and nonjudgmental environment, we can begin to make sense of what’s been heavy, reconnect with your strengths, and create room for meaningful change.
(631) 430-5381 View (631) 430-5381
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Lori Thompson-Maranda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP
Serves Area
I believe there is strength to be found in our weaknesses, love to be found through our pain, and light after our darkest days. The pain of healing comes with the self-awareness that otherwise may be over looked. When it becomes more painful to stay in our past then it is scary to step out of it is when the journey begins. I walk beside my clients, not in-front or behind. I remain steady and follow their lead. I provide the safety and hope that everyone needs to face their pain, to feel their pain, and to keep going anyway.
I believe there is strength to be found in our weaknesses, love to be found through our pain, and light after our darkest days. The pain of healing comes with the self-awareness that otherwise may be over looked. When it becomes more painful to stay in our past then it is scary to step out of it is when the journey begins. I walk beside my clients, not in-front or behind. I remain steady and follow their lead. I provide the safety and hope that everyone needs to face their pain, to feel their pain, and to keep going anyway.
(631) 257-3766 View (631) 257-3766
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Kristie Roccoforte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
I practice psychotherapy from a relational lens; I believe meaningful change happens within a genuine, engaged relationship. I show up as myself in sessions: attentive, authentic, and human—because therapy doesn’t need to feel overly formal to be effective. There’s room here for both laughter and tears, and often they show up in the same session!
I practice psychotherapy from a relational lens; I believe meaningful change happens within a genuine, engaged relationship. I show up as myself in sessions: attentive, authentic, and human—because therapy doesn’t need to feel overly formal to be effective. There’s room here for both laughter and tears, and often they show up in the same session!
(631) 202-0573 View (631) 202-0573
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James Anthony Duffy
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I have 10 years of experience supporting pre- teens, teens, young adults, and parents in navigating their daily "up's and down's" as a school counselor-turned-mental health clinician.
Hi! It’s great that you are exploring support- and you are not alone- at times, we all struggle to function at our best. While there is no 'magic fix', we all could use help during life's tougher times. To have therapy is to have somebody on your side who listens to and understands your challenges to offer trusted, unbiased support- a person to ‘team up’ with to plan the steps that overcome your troubles. In challenging times it’s easy to distract ourselves instead of dealing with the problems that keep us stuck in unhappy places. Unfortunately, before long they resurface in times, places, and ways we don't expect/recognize.
I have 10 years of experience supporting pre- teens, teens, young adults, and parents in navigating their daily "up's and down's" as a school counselor-turned-mental health clinician.
Hi! It’s great that you are exploring support- and you are not alone- at times, we all struggle to function at our best. While there is no 'magic fix', we all could use help during life's tougher times. To have therapy is to have somebody on your side who listens to and understands your challenges to offer trusted, unbiased support- a person to ‘team up’ with to plan the steps that overcome your troubles. In challenging times it’s easy to distract ourselves instead of dealing with the problems that keep us stuck in unhappy places. Unfortunately, before long they resurface in times, places, and ways we don't expect/recognize.
(631) 772-0865 View (631) 772-0865
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Alex Roth
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LCAT
Serves Area
Are you noticing patterns in your life that feel difficult to break? If anxiety, trauma, or fear has been interfering with your ability to feel grounded, I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered as they work toward growth and healing.Together we explore the patterns that may be contributing to distress while developing clear, measurable strategies that help you feel more confident, regulated, and capable in daily life. For your convenience immediate therapy appointments are now available.
Are you noticing patterns in your life that feel difficult to break? If anxiety, trauma, or fear has been interfering with your ability to feel grounded, I strive to provide a safe and supportive environment where clients feel understood and empowered as they work toward growth and healing.Together we explore the patterns that may be contributing to distress while developing clear, measurable strategies that help you feel more confident, regulated, and capable in daily life. For your convenience immediate therapy appointments are now available.
(929) 470-3505 View (929) 470-3505
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Teresa Horton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I am Teresa Horton, LCSW, Columbia University graduate. I discovered the field of social through my sister's chronic illness as a child. The hospital social worker who worked with my sister and family opened my eyes to the compassion that is needed in caring for and connecting to families undergoing unanticipated difficulties. As a child, I knew I wanted to help others with processing difficult life experiences.
I am Teresa Horton, LCSW, Columbia University graduate. I discovered the field of social through my sister's chronic illness as a child. The hospital social worker who worked with my sister and family opened my eyes to the compassion that is needed in caring for and connecting to families undergoing unanticipated difficulties. As a child, I knew I wanted to help others with processing difficult life experiences.
(914) 350-3312 View (914) 350-3312
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David Becerra
Psychologist, PsyD
1 Endorsed
Online Only
The last few years have challenged all of us in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Many people have had to stay strong and keep going—only to realize later how much the stress, loss, and uncertainty have taken a toll. I created my telehealth private practice to offer a safe, accessible space for healing and support. I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, and I’m especially passionate about working with members of tthe LGBTQ+ community. As a queer-affirming therapist, my goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment, without having to explain or defend your identity
The last few years have challenged all of us in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Many people have had to stay strong and keep going—only to realize later how much the stress, loss, and uncertainty have taken a toll. I created my telehealth private practice to offer a safe, accessible space for healing and support. I specialize in helping individuals navigate trauma, anxiety, and PTSD, and I’m especially passionate about working with members of tthe LGBTQ+ community. As a queer-affirming therapist, my goal is to create a space where you can show up exactly as you are—without judgment, without having to explain or defend your identity
(332) 237-6025 View (332) 237-6025
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Alyssa Knott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four years of professional experience in the therapeutic setting. Additionally, I have worked in a variety of environments, such as schools, shelters and hospitals. This has provided me with the opportunity to understand individuals with a multitude backgrounds. Areas of speciality include those with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, trauma and major life transitions.
I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with four years of professional experience in the therapeutic setting. Additionally, I have worked in a variety of environments, such as schools, shelters and hospitals. This has provided me with the opportunity to understand individuals with a multitude backgrounds. Areas of speciality include those with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, trauma and major life transitions.
(631) 623-9307 View (631) 623-9307

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Raquel Ortiz
Pre-Licensed Professional, B.S.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I work primarily with adolescents and adults navigating life transitions, stress, anxiety, identity development, and trauma.
In our work together, I aim to support you in recognizing patterns that no longer serve you, strengthening your sense of self, and developing healthier, more sustainable ways of coping with life’s challenges. My role is to meet you where you are—without judgment—and to work alongside you as you gain insight into your inner world, better understand yourself.
I work primarily with adolescents and adults navigating life transitions, stress, anxiety, identity development, and trauma.
In our work together, I aim to support you in recognizing patterns that no longer serve you, strengthening your sense of self, and developing healthier, more sustainable ways of coping with life’s challenges. My role is to meet you where you are—without judgment—and to work alongside you as you gain insight into your inner world, better understand yourself.
(646) 450-3064 View (646) 450-3064
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Breanna Zariello
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Are you or your child struggling with mental wellbeing, anxiety, social situations, anger or emotions and feelings in general? Life can take a toll on all of us, but there are ways to help! Therapy is a warm and empathetic place where you can help yourself to increase your emotion regulation skills, self esteem and confidence level! I aim to help you increase your mental toolbox to help in all different situations life may throw at you.
Are you or your child struggling with mental wellbeing, anxiety, social situations, anger or emotions and feelings in general? Life can take a toll on all of us, but there are ways to help! Therapy is a warm and empathetic place where you can help yourself to increase your emotion regulation skills, self esteem and confidence level! I aim to help you increase your mental toolbox to help in all different situations life may throw at you.
(516) 814-9380 View (516) 814-9380
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Peace of Mind Psychological Services, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD
4 Endorsed
West Islip, NY 11795
As Aaron Beck, father of Cognitive Therapy states, "It is not bad things happening to us, but it is our interpretation of them that makes all the difference." Therapy will allow you to feel heard and understood in a safe environment, so that you can gain insight and the tools to learn how to cope with various challenges. A individualized treatment plan will help you understand why you are experiencing difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, etc. If you are ready to STOP being the passenger in this journey called life and get in the driver's seat, call Dr.Gawrych today. Email dr.amygawrych@peaceofmindpsych.com
As Aaron Beck, father of Cognitive Therapy states, "It is not bad things happening to us, but it is our interpretation of them that makes all the difference." Therapy will allow you to feel heard and understood in a safe environment, so that you can gain insight and the tools to learn how to cope with various challenges. A individualized treatment plan will help you understand why you are experiencing difficulties, such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, etc. If you are ready to STOP being the passenger in this journey called life and get in the driver's seat, call Dr.Gawrych today. Email dr.amygawrych@peaceofmindpsych.com
(631) 309-2498 View (631) 309-2498
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Linda A. Butelli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Sayville, NY 11782
My goal as a therapist is to help individuals recognize and break free from unhealthy relationship patterns rooted in people-pleasing, control, and self-neglect. My approach emphasizes building self-awareness, fostering healthy boundaries, and developing a stronger sense of self-worth. By exploring early attachments, family dynamics, and learned behaviors, I guide clients in understanding the roots of their behaviors and support them in creating healthier, more balanced connections.
My goal as a therapist is to help individuals recognize and break free from unhealthy relationship patterns rooted in people-pleasing, control, and self-neglect. My approach emphasizes building self-awareness, fostering healthy boundaries, and developing a stronger sense of self-worth. By exploring early attachments, family dynamics, and learned behaviors, I guide clients in understanding the roots of their behaviors and support them in creating healthier, more balanced connections.
(631) 919-7711 View (631) 919-7711
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Bridget Mary Folks-Fitzgerald
Psychologist, PsyD, RYT
West Sayville, NY 11796
I collaborate with patients struggling with stressors of life to find peace & success. Tailoring treatment to each person to devise goals.
I collaborate with patients struggling with stressors of life to find peace & success. Tailoring treatment to each person to devise goals.
(631) 206-5191 View (631) 206-5191

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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.