Meritain Health Therapists in Jackson Heights, NY

Dr. Juan B. Peña, PhD, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Online Only
You're thoughtful and resilient, and you've worked hard for what you have. From the outside, you're the one others depend on — the one who's had to manage different worlds to get where you are. But underneath, there are old hurts and patterns that weigh you down. Maybe it's anxiety or depression you can't shake. Maybe it's a voice that says you're not good enough. Maybe it's relationship patterns you want to change. You don't have to carry it alone. Together, we'll work on healing those old hurts so you can stop just coping and start becoming who you really are.
You're thoughtful and resilient, and you've worked hard for what you have. From the outside, you're the one others depend on — the one who's had to manage different worlds to get where you are. But underneath, there are old hurts and patterns that weigh you down. Maybe it's anxiety or depression you can't shake. Maybe it's a voice that says you're not good enough. Maybe it's relationship patterns you want to change. You don't have to carry it alone. Together, we'll work on healing those old hurts so you can stop just coping and start becoming who you really are.
(718) 550-4392 View (718) 550-4392
Lorenzo Pachon Parrado
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
4 Endorsed
Online Only
I am a bilingual Latinx clinician. I help neurodivergent people experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, social skills and relationship challenges, sensory sensitivities, & emotional dysregulation feel more grounded & move through life with more ease. As a fellow neurodivergent person (I was diagnosed with Autism in my early 30's), I get it! For many of us, the journey of self-discovery is not straightforward. Learning how to support your unique brain/body/nervous system is a life-changing process, & I would be happy to support you in that journey.
I am a bilingual Latinx clinician. I help neurodivergent people experiencing anxiety, depression, burnout, social skills and relationship challenges, sensory sensitivities, & emotional dysregulation feel more grounded & move through life with more ease. As a fellow neurodivergent person (I was diagnosed with Autism in my early 30's), I get it! For many of us, the journey of self-discovery is not straightforward. Learning how to support your unique brain/body/nervous system is a life-changing process, & I would be happy to support you in that journey.
(929) 661-8576 View (929) 661-8576
Minds Together, LCSW PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CDBT, SIFI
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Minds Together, LCSW P.C. is a private group practice. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient. Minds Together, LCSW P.C. offers a range of unique services in a safe and nonjudgmental setting for any one seeking therapy where their privacy and comfort is our number one priority. Locations: Astoria, Jackson Heights, and Forest Hills.
Minds Together, LCSW P.C. is a private group practice. Our mission is to improve our community one individual at a time through our culturally diverse and motivated clinicians with the hope that every person seeking treatment with us feels safe, empowered and most important treated as an individual and not as a patient. Minds Together, LCSW P.C. offers a range of unique services in a safe and nonjudgmental setting for any one seeking therapy where their privacy and comfort is our number one priority. Locations: Astoria, Jackson Heights, and Forest Hills.
(929) 205-5342 View (929) 205-5342
Amrita Richards
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MHC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
As a lifelong advocate for mental health in a culture that often dismisses its importance, I have channeled my passion into creating a compassionate and culturally responsive counseling experience. In a world that can often feel isolating, I’m here to ensure that you are seen, heard, and supported on your journey toward healing. I have dedicated my work to serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. I recognize the unique challenges that come with bridging different worlds, and I am committed to offering a safe, empathetic space where you can address your mental health needs without fear of judgment.
As a lifelong advocate for mental health in a culture that often dismisses its importance, I have channeled my passion into creating a compassionate and culturally responsive counseling experience. In a world that can often feel isolating, I’m here to ensure that you are seen, heard, and supported on your journey toward healing. I have dedicated my work to serving individuals from diverse backgrounds. I recognize the unique challenges that come with bridging different worlds, and I am committed to offering a safe, empathetic space where you can address your mental health needs without fear of judgment.
(929) 930-6056 View (929) 930-6056
Petra Margita Gelbart
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
I work with clients of all ages whose therapy goals may include improving general mental health, forming healthy attachments and relationships, or minimizing the effects of anxiety and trauma. When it comes to therapy, one size fits one. Some people benefit from a sustained dive into their past, their relationships, or their place in society. Others are more interested in finding solutions to personal problems in the present. For many clients, using music in the therapeutic process allows them to fast-track and optimize the emotional work they need to do before they can make meaningful changes in their lives.
I work with clients of all ages whose therapy goals may include improving general mental health, forming healthy attachments and relationships, or minimizing the effects of anxiety and trauma. When it comes to therapy, one size fits one. Some people benefit from a sustained dive into their past, their relationships, or their place in society. Others are more interested in finding solutions to personal problems in the present. For many clients, using music in the therapeutic process allows them to fast-track and optimize the emotional work they need to do before they can make meaningful changes in their lives.
(347) 868-6796 View (347) 868-6796
Drusilla White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Life can become so focused on getting through each day that your own needs, emotions, and well-being are pushed aside. Balancing responsibilities, supporting others, and managing ongoing stress can leave you feeling drained, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Therapy provides an opportunity to slow down, gain clarity, and reconnect with yourself. Together, we can identify patterns that may be holding you back, develop healthier ways of coping, and create lasting changes that support emotional well-being, self-understanding, and personal growth.
Life can become so focused on getting through each day that your own needs, emotions, and well-being are pushed aside. Balancing responsibilities, supporting others, and managing ongoing stress can leave you feeling drained, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. Therapy provides an opportunity to slow down, gain clarity, and reconnect with yourself. Together, we can identify patterns that may be holding you back, develop healthier ways of coping, and create lasting changes that support emotional well-being, self-understanding, and personal growth.
(917) 352-3625 View (917) 352-3625
La'Nya Johnson
Verified Verified
Online Only
La’nya earned her Master’s degree in January 2025 and has three years of experience providing counseling. La'Nya has worked with adults ranging from ages 19 to 70 across diverse backgrounds, supporting both men and women navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
La’nya earned her Master’s degree in January 2025 and has three years of experience providing counseling. La'Nya has worked with adults ranging from ages 19 to 70 across diverse backgrounds, supporting both men and women navigating substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia.
(516) 979-8180 View (516) 979-8180
Megan Van Vort
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Megan earned her Master’s degree from SUNY Albany in December 2025 and has counseling experience gained through her graduate internship. Megan has worked with adults and seniors in individual therapy settings, supporting clients with a range of emotional and psychological needs. Megan completed her training at a community mental health clinic, specifically the Albany Medical Center Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic, where she developed experience working in an outpatient setting.
Megan earned her Master’s degree from SUNY Albany in December 2025 and has counseling experience gained through her graduate internship. Megan has worked with adults and seniors in individual therapy settings, supporting clients with a range of emotional and psychological needs. Megan completed her training at a community mental health clinic, specifically the Albany Medical Center Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic, where she developed experience working in an outpatient setting.
(516) 604-2531 View (516) 604-2531
Natacha Moten
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Online Only
Natacha holds a Master of Social Work from Syracuse University, specializing in child development and family systems. She has over 20 years of experience providing therapeutic support to adults and families in schools, group homes, and foster care settings. Her integrated approach combines psychoeducation, mindfulness, spirituality, CBT, motivational interviewing, and client centered therapies.
Natacha holds a Master of Social Work from Syracuse University, specializing in child development and family systems. She has over 20 years of experience providing therapeutic support to adults and families in schools, group homes, and foster care settings. Her integrated approach combines psychoeducation, mindfulness, spirituality, CBT, motivational interviewing, and client centered therapies.
(518) 989-5851 View (518) 989-5851
Analise Polinsky
Verified Verified
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Analise earned her Master’s degree from West Virginia University in 2024 and brings a strong clinical foundation along with a genuine passion for supporting others. Analise has experience working with children, teens, adults, and geriatric populations, giving her insight into the unique challenges that arise across different stages of life. Analise had worked in a variety of settings, including a nursing home, homeless shelter, and early intervention programs. These experiences have strengthened her ability to connect with diverse populations and thoughtfully address a wide range of social, emotional, and developmental needs.
Analise earned her Master’s degree from West Virginia University in 2024 and brings a strong clinical foundation along with a genuine passion for supporting others. Analise has experience working with children, teens, adults, and geriatric populations, giving her insight into the unique challenges that arise across different stages of life. Analise had worked in a variety of settings, including a nursing home, homeless shelter, and early intervention programs. These experiences have strengthened her ability to connect with diverse populations and thoughtfully address a wide range of social, emotional, and developmental needs.
(516) 973-5082 View (516) 973-5082
Lexi Cacace
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Online Only
Lexi earned her Master’s degree from CUNY College of Staten Island in January 2026. Lexi has been providing counseling services for several years and primarily worked with adults in a private practice setting, supporting individuals navigating mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and related challenges. Lexi's training includes experience in both private practice and a hospital setting, giving her a well-rounded clinical perspective.
Lexi earned her Master’s degree from CUNY College of Staten Island in January 2026. Lexi has been providing counseling services for several years and primarily worked with adults in a private practice setting, supporting individuals navigating mood disorders, personality disorders, life transitions, and related challenges. Lexi's training includes experience in both private practice and a hospital setting, giving her a well-rounded clinical perspective.
(516) 585-3586 View (516) 585-3586
Kayla Allbright
Counselor, LMHC-D
Jackson Heights, NY 11372
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology. org! Kayla earned her Master of Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University in 2022. She completed her clinical internships in the Outpatient Behavioral Health Services Department at Mercy Hospital, as well as in private practice settings, where she gained experience working with diverse client populations.
Book an appointment online through our website www.nassaupsychology. org! Kayla earned her Master of Mental Health Counseling from Hofstra University in 2022. She completed her clinical internships in the Outpatient Behavioral Health Services Department at Mercy Hospital, as well as in private practice settings, where she gained experience working with diverse client populations.
(516) 514-3606 View (516) 514-3606
Nghi Phan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
If you struggle with inner conflict, relationships, or feel lost about your life path or purpose, there may be deeper roots. Anxiety, depression, relational issues, feeling pressure to conform to outer expectations and neglect your Self, all can stem from past trauma and conditioning. Complex trauma, familial or systemic, can lead to persisting internalized guilt, shame, self-abandonment, stress, confusion, resentment or hopelessness. No one is doomed to stay stuck in this difficult loop. Healing is possible and can illuminate a path to more self-acceptance, authenticity, and better relationships with others and especially yourself.
If you struggle with inner conflict, relationships, or feel lost about your life path or purpose, there may be deeper roots. Anxiety, depression, relational issues, feeling pressure to conform to outer expectations and neglect your Self, all can stem from past trauma and conditioning. Complex trauma, familial or systemic, can lead to persisting internalized guilt, shame, self-abandonment, stress, confusion, resentment or hopelessness. No one is doomed to stay stuck in this difficult loop. Healing is possible and can illuminate a path to more self-acceptance, authenticity, and better relationships with others and especially yourself.
(607) 400-8526 View (607) 400-8526
Christine Cheung
Counselor, LMHC-D
Online Only
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-D) practicing in New York. I work with diverse adults with various presenting issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have experience treating clients with issues relating to perfectionism, identity and self-esteem, and burnout. I also specialize in navigating complex trauma, relationship and family conflicts, and immigrant and first-generation multicultural issues. I utilize an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral theories to form individualized treatment plans.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC-D) practicing in New York. I work with diverse adults with various presenting issues including depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and life transitions. I have experience treating clients with issues relating to perfectionism, identity and self-esteem, and burnout. I also specialize in navigating complex trauma, relationship and family conflicts, and immigrant and first-generation multicultural issues. I utilize an integrative approach, drawing from psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral theories to form individualized treatment plans.
(332) 263-3016 View (332) 263-3016
Aubrey Archer
Counselor, LMHC-D
Online Only
Aubrey earned his master’s degree from New York University in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness in May 2020 and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Hampton University in May 2018. He previously worked at New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) where he provided counseling and therapeutic services to a diverse clientele. At NYPCC, he conducted both in-person and remote sessions to adults with anxiety and depressive disorders.
Aubrey earned his master’s degree from New York University in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness in May 2020 and a bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Hampton University in May 2018. He previously worked at New York Psychotherapy and Counseling Center (NYPCC) where he provided counseling and therapeutic services to a diverse clientele. At NYPCC, he conducted both in-person and remote sessions to adults with anxiety and depressive disorders.
(516) 715-2560 View (516) 715-2560
Ryan Orlan
Pre-Licensed Professional
Online Only
Ryan earned his Master’s degree in Counseling from Long Island University. He works with children, adolescents, adults, and families, including neurodivergent individuals and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Ryan supports clients navigating anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, academic challenges, behavioral concerns, grief, and substance use, providing compassionate, developmentally informed care across the lifespan.
Ryan earned his Master’s degree in Counseling from Long Island University. He works with children, adolescents, adults, and families, including neurodivergent individuals and members of the LGBTQ+ community. Ryan supports clients navigating anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, academic challenges, behavioral concerns, grief, and substance use, providing compassionate, developmentally informed care across the lifespan.
(516) 265-7699 View (516) 265-7699
Klara Choi
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the deep and often overwhelming challenges of trauma, anxiety, and depression. My passion is supporting people as they heal from emotional wounds and rediscover a sense of safety, balance, and self-worth. I bring experience working with those affected by trauma, mood disorders, and emotional dysregulation, using an integrative approach that combines trauma-informed care, internal family systems (IFS), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), somatic therapy, mindfulness, and brain based tools.
I specialize in helping individuals navigate the deep and often overwhelming challenges of trauma, anxiety, and depression. My passion is supporting people as they heal from emotional wounds and rediscover a sense of safety, balance, and self-worth. I bring experience working with those affected by trauma, mood disorders, and emotional dysregulation, using an integrative approach that combines trauma-informed care, internal family systems (IFS), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), somatic therapy, mindfulness, and brain based tools.
(929) 640-3475 View (929) 640-3475
Graham Fine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
7 Endorsed
Online Only
I am in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Wellfleet, and Meritain Health, and I offer a sliding scale for self-pay clients when needed.
I believe strongly in the importance of the therapist-client relationship and work diligently to create a bond that enables honesty, vulnerability, and the confidence to seek lasting and meaningful change. In my work, I find that making discoveries about the stories we tell ourselves and the patterns we find ourselves in can be very empowering. Becoming curious about yourself, how your past has shaped you, and what you might do now to positively impact your future can seed healing, growth, and transformation.
I am in-network with Aetna, Cigna, Wellfleet, and Meritain Health, and I offer a sliding scale for self-pay clients when needed.
I believe strongly in the importance of the therapist-client relationship and work diligently to create a bond that enables honesty, vulnerability, and the confidence to seek lasting and meaningful change. In my work, I find that making discoveries about the stories we tell ourselves and the patterns we find ourselves in can be very empowering. Becoming curious about yourself, how your past has shaped you, and what you might do now to positively impact your future can seed healing, growth, and transformation.
(929) 357-2211 View (929) 357-2211
Sydney Navarro-Paci
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Online Only
Sydney Navarro-Paci earned her Master’s degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in January 2024. During her training and professional experience with the Global Psychiatric Epidemiology Group and in private practice settings, she has provided counseling to adults and couples across a range of clinical concerns. Sydney utilizes an integrative, person-centered and evidence-based approach tailored to each client’s needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions.
Sydney Navarro-Paci earned her Master’s degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in January 2024. During her training and professional experience with the Global Psychiatric Epidemiology Group and in private practice settings, she has provided counseling to adults and couples across a range of clinical concerns. Sydney utilizes an integrative, person-centered and evidence-based approach tailored to each client’s needs, drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), psychodynamic therapy, and mindfulness-based interventions.
(516) 271-1014 View (516) 271-1014
Mirla Utkin
Verified Verified
Online Only
The people I work with are often going through a lot — big transitions, heavy emotions, or situations that feel like more than anyone should have to handle on their own. Maybe they’re trying to rebuild stability, find some peace, or just make life feel a little less overwhelming day to day. Many are juggling mental health challenges, family stress, or the weight of past experiences while still trying to show up for themselves and the people they care about. What they really want is to feel seen, supported, and more in control of their lives again.
The people I work with are often going through a lot — big transitions, heavy emotions, or situations that feel like more than anyone should have to handle on their own. Maybe they’re trying to rebuild stability, find some peace, or just make life feel a little less overwhelming day to day. Many are juggling mental health challenges, family stress, or the weight of past experiences while still trying to show up for themselves and the people they care about. What they really want is to feel seen, supported, and more in control of their lives again.
(347) 657-3648 View (347) 657-3648

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