Female Therapists in Massapequa, NY

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Athena Faranda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
We all face times in our lives that feel overwhelming and perhaps even devastating. Regardless of age, gender, status - we all suffer and we should not have to face it alone. We are designed for connection and therapy is the intentional bringing together of one and other for the purpose of being validated and understood. In and through this unique togetherness healing happens. I specialize in children, teens, adults, and parents. I have extensive experience with grief.
We all face times in our lives that feel overwhelming and perhaps even devastating. Regardless of age, gender, status - we all suffer and we should not have to face it alone. We are designed for connection and therapy is the intentional bringing together of one and other for the purpose of being validated and understood. In and through this unique togetherness healing happens. I specialize in children, teens, adults, and parents. I have extensive experience with grief.
(516) 908-6093 View (516) 908-6093
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Victoria Roger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
You are deserving of the life you’ve always dreamed of. You are capable of being happy. Break free from limiting beliefs, negative thought patterns, and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Learn the skills necessary to navigate life with more peace and harmony. Are you struggling with a close relationship? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, overworked or unfulfilled? Are you looking for more joy or balance in your life? I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are burnt out, struggling with symptoms of anxiety and depression, or are navigating a challenging life transition/relationship/career.
You are deserving of the life you’ve always dreamed of. You are capable of being happy. Break free from limiting beliefs, negative thought patterns, and symptoms of anxiety and depression. Learn the skills necessary to navigate life with more peace and harmony. Are you struggling with a close relationship? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, overworked or unfulfilled? Are you looking for more joy or balance in your life? I specialize in working with individuals and couples who are burnt out, struggling with symptoms of anxiety and depression, or are navigating a challenging life transition/relationship/career.
(516) 689-8260 View (516) 689-8260
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Julia Takats
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW, CASAC
1 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
Everyone struggles to find a therapist that they feel connected to. I am a compassionate and motivated LMSW and CASAC who provides a safe welcoming therapeutic environment where clients can focus on healing.
Everyone struggles to find a therapist that they feel connected to. I am a compassionate and motivated LMSW and CASAC who provides a safe welcoming therapeutic environment where clients can focus on healing.
(516) 518-8021 x722 View (516) 518-8021 x722
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Melissa Ciccarello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Admitting that you need help is not a sign of weakness, but actually the first step needed to invite meaningful change into your life. In therapy with me, you can be your authentic self. There is no one to impress or appease because therapy is for you and only you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist helping New Yorkers for over 11 years and I am committed to confronting your difficulties with you. In my current practice, I specialize in providing therapy for adults suffering from depression, anxiety disorders, and difficulties with relationships and life transitions.
Admitting that you need help is not a sign of weakness, but actually the first step needed to invite meaningful change into your life. In therapy with me, you can be your authentic self. There is no one to impress or appease because therapy is for you and only you. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and psychotherapist helping New Yorkers for over 11 years and I am committed to confronting your difficulties with you. In my current practice, I specialize in providing therapy for adults suffering from depression, anxiety disorders, and difficulties with relationships and life transitions.
(929) 209-4127 View (929) 209-4127
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Marialeen Martorella
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, BCD
Massapequa, NY 11758
If you’ve made it here it’s likely your life and relationships are not offering you all they are meant to. Perhaps you feel stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed. Maybe you’re struggling with a lIfe that doesn’t feel purposeful or a relationship in which you don’t feel honored or understood. For many, our unresolved past pains and disappointments cause chronic heartache and confusion. Making your way out of this entails embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Honoring your truest self is an essential piece in reaching your potential, having rich intimate relationships and experiencing the joy, purpose & passion of being fully alive.
If you’ve made it here it’s likely your life and relationships are not offering you all they are meant to. Perhaps you feel stuck, disconnected, overwhelmed. Maybe you’re struggling with a lIfe that doesn’t feel purposeful or a relationship in which you don’t feel honored or understood. For many, our unresolved past pains and disappointments cause chronic heartache and confusion. Making your way out of this entails embarking on a journey of self-discovery. Honoring your truest self is an essential piece in reaching your potential, having rich intimate relationships and experiencing the joy, purpose & passion of being fully alive.
(917) 979-8751 View (917) 979-8751
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Karen A Aldrich
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, MS Ed
2 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
Waitlist for new clients
We can sometimes be overwhelmed and feel lost. As a licensed mental health counselor, I provide a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. With a deep understanding of various therapeutic methods, I strive to help you navigate through life's challenges and develop effective coping strategies tailored to your unique needs. My passion lies in empowering you to achieve personal growth and self-discovery. Through active listening and empathy, I aim to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust.
We can sometimes be overwhelmed and feel lost. As a licensed mental health counselor, I provide a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences. With a deep understanding of various therapeutic methods, I strive to help you navigate through life's challenges and develop effective coping strategies tailored to your unique needs. My passion lies in empowering you to achieve personal growth and self-discovery. Through active listening and empathy, I aim to create a therapeutic relationship built on trust.
(631) 614-6936 View (631) 614-6936
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Bethanie Milford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I provide neurodivergent-informed evaluations and therapy that are trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and gender-affirming—focused on autism, ADHD, and co-occurring diagnoses. Telehealth services are available for adolescents and adults in NY, NJ, and FL. Insurance and payment plans are accepted.
I provide neurodivergent-informed evaluations and therapy that are trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and gender-affirming—focused on autism, ADHD, and co-occurring diagnoses. Telehealth services are available for adolescents and adults in NY, NJ, and FL. Insurance and payment plans are accepted.
(917) 994-9674 View (917) 994-9674
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Julia Monfoletto
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Online Only
Welcome! My name is Julia Monfoletto. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with over 10 years of experience providing therapy for adults in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. My experience lies in addressing depression, anxiety, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, and family challenges. People seek therapy with me to help understand and cope with their emotional experiences, so they can feel greater agency and fulfillment in their lives.
Welcome! My name is Julia Monfoletto. I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, with over 10 years of experience providing therapy for adults in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings. My experience lies in addressing depression, anxiety, postpartum mood and anxiety disorders, and family challenges. People seek therapy with me to help understand and cope with their emotional experiences, so they can feel greater agency and fulfillment in their lives.
(516) 210-4501 View (516) 210-4501
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Amanda Weisbrot
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
I am dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma and finally break family patterns of dysfunction. Through my work, I offer a space where clients feel truly seen. Drawing from years of experience, I guide individuals to reclaim their strength and rewrite their stories.
I am dedicated to helping individuals heal from trauma and finally break family patterns of dysfunction. Through my work, I offer a space where clients feel truly seen. Drawing from years of experience, I guide individuals to reclaim their strength and rewrite their stories.
(516) 212-0912 View (516) 212-0912
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Brooke Williams
Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
Ever wonder why you end up falling into the same patterns of behavior over and over? Why you battle the same worries again and again? Why you are stuck in the same discontent? I believe I can help you find the answers to these questions, and finally break the cycle.
Ever wonder why you end up falling into the same patterns of behavior over and over? Why you battle the same worries again and again? Why you are stuck in the same discontent? I believe I can help you find the answers to these questions, and finally break the cycle.
(516) 412-6844 View (516) 412-6844
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Kelly Ann Mallon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Massapequa, NY 11758
It is a gift to get to share my knowledge as a professional to help my clients reveal their own inner wisdom, authenticity, and magic as they rediscover their own power. This approach deeply resonates with the kind of safe, light-hearted, and cathartic space I provide. The healing journey is one that takes immense courage to travel and I feel honored to be part of such a monumental process for those ready to take the leap!
It is a gift to get to share my knowledge as a professional to help my clients reveal their own inner wisdom, authenticity, and magic as they rediscover their own power. This approach deeply resonates with the kind of safe, light-hearted, and cathartic space I provide. The healing journey is one that takes immense courage to travel and I feel honored to be part of such a monumental process for those ready to take the leap!
(516) 604-5730 View (516) 604-5730
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Carly Sandstrom
Counselor, MS, LMHC
1 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
Are you someone who has been feeling "stuck" and unclear how to move forward? Do you struggle with managing your emotions and experiences in life? Whether you have experience with counseling or are seeking treatment for the first time, I'm here to support you on your journey - whatever it may look like. Do you struggle with anxiety in daily life? Low mood? Do you feel as if your past experiences have imprinted you in a negative way? Do these struggles affect your interpersonal relationships and self-esteem? If so, know you are not alone.
Are you someone who has been feeling "stuck" and unclear how to move forward? Do you struggle with managing your emotions and experiences in life? Whether you have experience with counseling or are seeking treatment for the first time, I'm here to support you on your journey - whatever it may look like. Do you struggle with anxiety in daily life? Low mood? Do you feel as if your past experiences have imprinted you in a negative way? Do these struggles affect your interpersonal relationships and self-esteem? If so, know you are not alone.
(516) 350-8978 View (516) 350-8978
Danielle Ryan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT-LP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Relationships don’t fall apart overnight , they slowly drift, strain, and fracture under unspoken needs, life transitions, resentment, fear, and exhaustion. I work with couples who don’t want surface-level fixes, but instead want to understand what’s really happening beneath the conflict and decide together what comes next. In addition to couples work, I support women and men navigating divorce, breakups, or the aftermath of long-term relationships. This phase often brings grief, identity loss, anger, and uncertainty all at once. Therapy becomes a place to process the loss and reconnect with yourself.
Relationships don’t fall apart overnight , they slowly drift, strain, and fracture under unspoken needs, life transitions, resentment, fear, and exhaustion. I work with couples who don’t want surface-level fixes, but instead want to understand what’s really happening beneath the conflict and decide together what comes next. In addition to couples work, I support women and men navigating divorce, breakups, or the aftermath of long-term relationships. This phase often brings grief, identity loss, anger, and uncertainty all at once. Therapy becomes a place to process the loss and reconnect with yourself.
(516) 774-3948 View (516) 774-3948
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DiBiase Counseling LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Massapequa, NY 11758
DiBiase Counseling is a group practice comprised of two therapists: Nicole DiBiase, LCSW (Owner/Clinician) and Sydney Dreyfus MHC-LP (Clinician). We are committed to building positive therapeutic relationships with each of our clients. We work to understand each client using a supportive, non-judgmental and collaborative approach.
DiBiase Counseling is a group practice comprised of two therapists: Nicole DiBiase, LCSW (Owner/Clinician) and Sydney Dreyfus MHC-LP (Clinician). We are committed to building positive therapeutic relationships with each of our clients. We work to understand each client using a supportive, non-judgmental and collaborative approach.
(516) 614-4009 View (516) 614-4009
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Elise Fabregas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Massapequa, NY 11758
At every stage, life has its challenges. Allowing the voice of worry to be in the driver’s seat is not working for you. There is a way to navigate life better, and feel empowered no matter what is on your plate. I know, easier said than done. It’s just a matter of creating a new path. I can help you find it!
At every stage, life has its challenges. Allowing the voice of worry to be in the driver’s seat is not working for you. There is a way to navigate life better, and feel empowered no matter what is on your plate. I know, easier said than done. It’s just a matter of creating a new path. I can help you find it!
(516) 882-3741 View (516) 882-3741
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Loretta Pittelli Cioffi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Massapequa, NY 11758
I’m pleased with much gratitude to be of service to a community invested in the optimal mental health services. After over 30+ years I’ve engaged with many adults ,adolescents, couples and families seeking to deepen their connections and /or resolve family fractures/ older patterns of communication that are no longer serving them (nor their highest good)
I’m pleased with much gratitude to be of service to a community invested in the optimal mental health services. After over 30+ years I’ve engaged with many adults ,adolescents, couples and families seeking to deepen their connections and /or resolve family fractures/ older patterns of communication that are no longer serving them (nor their highest good)
(516) 788-8574 View (516) 788-8574
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Elizabeth Law
Counselor, LMHC
3 Endorsed
Online Only
Serving individuals in the mental heath field is familiar and comfortable. I understand how difficult it can get at times, being too in your head and your own worst enemy. Together we can set goals, identify useful coping tools, and look at life from a new perspective. Let's create a foundation to thrive by challenging and exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
Serving individuals in the mental heath field is familiar and comfortable. I understand how difficult it can get at times, being too in your head and your own worst enemy. Together we can set goals, identify useful coping tools, and look at life from a new perspective. Let's create a foundation to thrive by challenging and exploring your thoughts, emotions, and behaviors.
(516) 604-5288 View (516) 604-5288
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Dena Cardillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Massapequa, NY 11758
Do you experience depression and anxiety? Maybe you’ve experienced trauma and don’t know where to turn for help coping with memories and daily reminders of what happened to you? Maybe you struggle with disordered eating? Do you want to heal your relationship with food?
Do you experience depression and anxiety? Maybe you’ve experienced trauma and don’t know where to turn for help coping with memories and daily reminders of what happened to you? Maybe you struggle with disordered eating? Do you want to heal your relationship with food?
(516) 789-2468 View (516) 789-2468
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Ryann Anne Martin
Counselor, LMHC, CRC
Online Only
As a mental health counselor, I believe that every person holds the strength and insight needed to heal and grow. My role is to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, clarify your emotions, and move toward the life you want to live.
As a mental health counselor, I believe that every person holds the strength and insight needed to heal and grow. My role is to provide a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where you can explore your experiences, clarify your emotions, and move toward the life you want to live.
(516) 347-7785 View (516) 347-7785
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Sherise McLean-Daly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello! I am a LCSW with several years of experience working with adolescents and adults in the community. I use a trauma-informed lens to help clients overcome past trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and navigate everyday life. I provide an integrative approach to therapy, which allows each client’s experience to be specific to their journey. I want my clients to know they can work through their past and recognize its impact on everyday life and learn to build new skills and tools to carve out better daily living experiences.
Hello! I am a LCSW with several years of experience working with adolescents and adults in the community. I use a trauma-informed lens to help clients overcome past trauma, manage anxiety and depression, and navigate everyday life. I provide an integrative approach to therapy, which allows each client’s experience to be specific to their journey. I want my clients to know they can work through their past and recognize its impact on everyday life and learn to build new skills and tools to carve out better daily living experiences.
(516) 604-5752 View (516) 604-5752

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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.

Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.

Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.

How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.