Female Therapists in Port Jefferson, NY
Stacy Ann Pennington Bartholomew
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
1 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
When we connect, we boost our mood and increase our ability to manage our emotions. Partnering with a supportive therapist is the first step. With a supportive connection, you can discover your unmet needs and embrace your vulnerability with courage. Meeting what scares us the most is our greatest potential for reclaiming our power. When we are the empowered hero of our story, we can make positive changes for ourselves - or find the courage to let go of what we can not change.
When we connect, we boost our mood and increase our ability to manage our emotions. Partnering with a supportive therapist is the first step. With a supportive connection, you can discover your unmet needs and embrace your vulnerability with courage. Meeting what scares us the most is our greatest potential for reclaiming our power. When we are the empowered hero of our story, we can make positive changes for ourselves - or find the courage to let go of what we can not change.
Are you a woman who feels like you're constantly running on empty? You’re juggling everything—kids, partner, work, home—and still feeling like you’re falling short. The anxiety, the overwhelm, the snapping at your partner or children... it’s not who you want to be. But no matter how hard you try, you feel stuck in a cycle of burnout, guilt, and emotional exhaustion. You wonder how all the other women are holding it together—because most days, you feel like you're failing.
Are you a woman who feels like you're constantly running on empty? You’re juggling everything—kids, partner, work, home—and still feeling like you’re falling short. The anxiety, the overwhelm, the snapping at your partner or children... it’s not who you want to be. But no matter how hard you try, you feel stuck in a cycle of burnout, guilt, and emotional exhaustion. You wonder how all the other women are holding it together—because most days, you feel like you're failing.
Are you a parent of a child who’s been labeled “different” and you’re unsure what comes next? A teen overwhelmed by big emotions or social confusion? Or a young adult who’s neurodiverse and struggling to find your place? You want clarity, support, and a path forward that actually fits you or your child. My practice specializes in helping individuals and families who feel stuck, misunderstood, or uncertain finally understand what’s going on and begin to thrive.
Are you a parent of a child who’s been labeled “different” and you’re unsure what comes next? A teen overwhelmed by big emotions or social confusion? Or a young adult who’s neurodiverse and struggling to find your place? You want clarity, support, and a path forward that actually fits you or your child. My practice specializes in helping individuals and families who feel stuck, misunderstood, or uncertain finally understand what’s going on and begin to thrive.
Are you stuck? Would you like to get your life back? If you recognize that your personal, professional, social or academic functioning is affected by overwhelming feelings of anxiety depression, fear or anger specifically caused by a particular loss (death, disability, divorce or break-up, pet, job, etc) I can help! I help people who are overwhelmed with grief become unstuck and get their lives back!
Are you stuck? Would you like to get your life back? If you recognize that your personal, professional, social or academic functioning is affected by overwhelming feelings of anxiety depression, fear or anger specifically caused by a particular loss (death, disability, divorce or break-up, pet, job, etc) I can help! I help people who are overwhelmed with grief become unstuck and get their lives back!
I am a licensed clinical social worker PhD, LCSWR psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, grief, & family addiction. I specialize in woman/relationship issues. I utilize a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Psychoanalysis. I have a genuine passion for helping others. We can work together to identify issues, improve self awareness, & implement coping mechanisms to help make life more manageable. Let us focus on the positive changes necessary for you to live your best life. I am currently offering Telehealth
I am a licensed clinical social worker PhD, LCSWR psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, grief, & family addiction. I specialize in woman/relationship issues. I utilize a variety of therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy & Psychoanalysis. I have a genuine passion for helping others. We can work together to identify issues, improve self awareness, & implement coping mechanisms to help make life more manageable. Let us focus on the positive changes necessary for you to live your best life. I am currently offering Telehealth
Are you or your loved ones feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of life? Do you often feel anxious or depressed juggling a career, children, parenting, marriage and all of the responsibilities that come with that? It sounds like it's time to start taking care of YOU! I am a Licensed Social Worker, and children, adolescents and families have been the focus of my practice. I provide a safe environment for children and their families to work through life's challenges and achieve your goals. Call me for a free phone consultation!
Are you or your loved ones feeling overwhelmed by the pressures of life? Do you often feel anxious or depressed juggling a career, children, parenting, marriage and all of the responsibilities that come with that? It sounds like it's time to start taking care of YOU! I am a Licensed Social Worker, and children, adolescents and families have been the focus of my practice. I provide a safe environment for children and their families to work through life's challenges and achieve your goals. Call me for a free phone consultation!
Hi, I'm Sam and I'm so glad you're here! Taking the step to begin therapy is not always easy, and I would be honored to work alongside you. I believe in creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and supported. I am here to meet you where you are at and help you to identify and work toward your goals.
Hi, I'm Sam and I'm so glad you're here! Taking the step to begin therapy is not always easy, and I would be honored to work alongside you. I believe in creating a safe, warm, and nonjudgmental environment where you feel heard and supported. I am here to meet you where you are at and help you to identify and work toward your goals.
Nancy L Cerullo, LCSW-R, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
2 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Reaching out for help can be scary. I aim to make that process a smooth one with support and encouragement. I am a Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience as a therapist. My clients come to me with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, illness in themselves or a loved one, and much more. What I see time and time again that they have in common is a feeling of powerlessness. Whether it be over their symptoms, their family members, relationships and even themselves. I help them to understand themselves and their circumstances more fully.
Reaching out for help can be scary. I aim to make that process a smooth one with support and encouragement. I am a Clinical Social Worker with 30 years of experience as a therapist. My clients come to me with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, illness in themselves or a loved one, and much more. What I see time and time again that they have in common is a feeling of powerlessness. Whether it be over their symptoms, their family members, relationships and even themselves. I help them to understand themselves and their circumstances more fully.
You knew having a baby was going to be hard, but things still didn't go according to plan. You didn't have the birth experience you had always hoped for, and now you're up all night googling to make sure you're doing all the right things to keep your baby safe, and managing your families differing ideas of that safety. You want the very best for your new family but being a mom isn't everything you had hoped. I can help you learn new ways to be the best mom possible. Let's work together to create the family life you've always wanted, raising happy, healthy children, despite continually difficult times.
You knew having a baby was going to be hard, but things still didn't go according to plan. You didn't have the birth experience you had always hoped for, and now you're up all night googling to make sure you're doing all the right things to keep your baby safe, and managing your families differing ideas of that safety. You want the very best for your new family but being a mom isn't everything you had hoped. I can help you learn new ways to be the best mom possible. Let's work together to create the family life you've always wanted, raising happy, healthy children, despite continually difficult times.
If you're feeling stuck in life or in a relationship, or you're looking for a non-judgmental space to address your triggers, past traumas or darkest wounds, we will work together to address those so that you feel seen and heard. If you're in a multiracial relationship, or feel torn between two cultures and don't know how to navigate the often confusing paths, I can help you navigate. I know healing can be challenging but the rewards are truly worth it. Many of us tend to numb or distract ourselves but there are healthy ways to find solace and comfort. Let's explore these options together and create a safe space where you can grow.
If you're feeling stuck in life or in a relationship, or you're looking for a non-judgmental space to address your triggers, past traumas or darkest wounds, we will work together to address those so that you feel seen and heard. If you're in a multiracial relationship, or feel torn between two cultures and don't know how to navigate the often confusing paths, I can help you navigate. I know healing can be challenging but the rewards are truly worth it. Many of us tend to numb or distract ourselves but there are healthy ways to find solace and comfort. Let's explore these options together and create a safe space where you can grow.
Are you a teen or adult overwhelmed by anxiety, OCD, or big emotions you can’t seem to get a handle on? Do social exhaustion, masking, sensory overload, or lifelong patterns make you wonder whether autism or ADHD may be part of your story? Are you struggling with identity, sexuality, relationships, or executive functioning—especially during major transitions like college or independence? You want clarity, relief, and a clinician who understands complex developmental and mental health concerns. I help people untangle these experiences and build the insight and skills needed to feel grounded, understood, and capable.
Are you a teen or adult overwhelmed by anxiety, OCD, or big emotions you can’t seem to get a handle on? Do social exhaustion, masking, sensory overload, or lifelong patterns make you wonder whether autism or ADHD may be part of your story? Are you struggling with identity, sexuality, relationships, or executive functioning—especially during major transitions like college or independence? You want clarity, relief, and a clinician who understands complex developmental and mental health concerns. I help people untangle these experiences and build the insight and skills needed to feel grounded, understood, and capable.
Welcome! I’m a licensed therapist committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for healing and growth. I work with children, young adults, older adults, individuals navigating addiction, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Whether you're experiencing a life transition, exploring your identity, healing from trauma, or managing emotional challenges, I’m here to support you.
Welcome! I’m a licensed therapist committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and affirming space for healing and growth. I work with children, young adults, older adults, individuals navigating addiction, people of color, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Whether you're experiencing a life transition, exploring your identity, healing from trauma, or managing emotional challenges, I’m here to support you.
Therapy isn’t about “fixing” yourself—it’s about gaining the confidence and skills to heal. We all have the power to shape our lives for the better, and therapy can be a great place to start.
I’m Chelsea, a Licensed Master Social Worker with a deep passion for supporting individuals on their unique journeys. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful growth. By meeting clients where they are, I create a safe and welcoming space for healing.
Therapy isn’t about “fixing” yourself—it’s about gaining the confidence and skills to heal. We all have the power to shape our lives for the better, and therapy can be a great place to start.
I’m Chelsea, a Licensed Master Social Worker with a deep passion for supporting individuals on their unique journeys. I believe that building a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation of meaningful growth. By meeting clients where they are, I create a safe and welcoming space for healing.
I believe in every client’s capacity for growth. In my work I have been privileged and humbled by the honesty and willingness of my clients to trust themselves, me, and the process. I have witnessed great pain, immeasurable courage, and inspiring change.
I believe in every client’s capacity for growth. In my work I have been privileged and humbled by the honesty and willingness of my clients to trust themselves, me, and the process. I have witnessed great pain, immeasurable courage, and inspiring change.
Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported—especially when navigating life’s toughest moments. With a compassionate and person-centered approach, I provide a space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences without judgment. Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking change, our work together will be guided by your goals and unique needs. Our work won’t just be about coping—it will be about healing and growth.
Everyone deserves to feel seen, heard, and supported—especially when navigating life’s toughest moments. With a compassionate and person-centered approach, I provide a space where you can feel safe to explore your experiences without judgment. Whether you're overwhelmed, stuck, or seeking change, our work together will be guided by your goals and unique needs. Our work won’t just be about coping—it will be about healing and growth.
Most of my clients are mothers who are carrying the invisible mental load for their families. If you're feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, disconnected or anxious we can work together on reducing these feelings. I am an empathetic listener who uses cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to work collaboratively with my clients to achieve their goals.
Most of my clients are mothers who are carrying the invisible mental load for their families. If you're feeling stressed out, overwhelmed, disconnected or anxious we can work together on reducing these feelings. I am an empathetic listener who uses cognitive behavioral techniques and motivational interviewing to work collaboratively with my clients to achieve their goals.
I believe that therapy is a sacred space—one where healing, reflection, and transformation unfold at your pace. As a licensed mental health counselor in New York and Connecticut with nearly 15 years of experience, I’ve supported individuals through grief, anxiety, life transitions, and identity shifts. My approach is warm, relational, and grounded in an existential-humanistic perspective. I see each person as the expert of their own life, and I tailor therapy to honor your values, experiences, and goals. Whether you're navigating loss, rediscovering your purpose, or simply seeking clarity, I’m here to walk alongside you with compass
I believe that therapy is a sacred space—one where healing, reflection, and transformation unfold at your pace. As a licensed mental health counselor in New York and Connecticut with nearly 15 years of experience, I’ve supported individuals through grief, anxiety, life transitions, and identity shifts. My approach is warm, relational, and grounded in an existential-humanistic perspective. I see each person as the expert of their own life, and I tailor therapy to honor your values, experiences, and goals. Whether you're navigating loss, rediscovering your purpose, or simply seeking clarity, I’m here to walk alongside you with compass
I am a highly trained clinical psychologist - I work to guide you to solutions for your problems as efficiently and effectively as possible. I customize therapy to best suit my clients by drawing from a variety of cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness techniques. Using these modalities, I provide highly individualized action plans based on collaborative participation in treatment goals to enable my clients to find the best paths to growth, healing, and happiness. I offer services to individuals, couples, and families, for a range of mental health, personal, and professional issues. Please inquire for teletherapy sessions.
I am a highly trained clinical psychologist - I work to guide you to solutions for your problems as efficiently and effectively as possible. I customize therapy to best suit my clients by drawing from a variety of cognitive behavioral strategies and mindfulness techniques. Using these modalities, I provide highly individualized action plans based on collaborative participation in treatment goals to enable my clients to find the best paths to growth, healing, and happiness. I offer services to individuals, couples, and families, for a range of mental health, personal, and professional issues. Please inquire for teletherapy sessions.
You deserve a life of happiness, abundance, and peace! Many people see therapy as that one-sided conversation laying on that stereotypical couch we see in movies. Therapy doesn't have to be a painful or intimidating thing! My goal is to help you be the version of you that YOU want. You are capable of achieving whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process and experiencing yourself in new ways.
You deserve a life of happiness, abundance, and peace! Many people see therapy as that one-sided conversation laying on that stereotypical couch we see in movies. Therapy doesn't have to be a painful or intimidating thing! My goal is to help you be the version of you that YOU want. You are capable of achieving whatever solutions and life changes you are looking for while enjoying the process and experiencing yourself in new ways.
I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to offer a space where you feel genuinely safe, seen, heard, and supported. As an LMSW, I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, stress, overwhelming thoughts and more using evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you—building coping skills, strengthening self-understanding, and creating meaningful change in your life. You don’t have to carry everything on your own. I welcome and encourage you to reach out when you’re ready!
I understand that reaching out for support can feel overwhelming, and my goal is to offer a space where you feel genuinely safe, seen, heard, and supported. As an LMSW, I specialize in helping individuals navigate anxiety, stress, overwhelming thoughts and more using evidence-based approaches tailored to your unique needs. Together, we’ll work at a pace that feels right for you—building coping skills, strengthening self-understanding, and creating meaningful change in your life. You don’t have to carry everything on your own. I welcome and encourage you to reach out when you’re ready!
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- Mount Sinai
- Port Jefferson Station
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- Selden
- Setauket
- Sound Beach
- South Setauket
- Stony Brook
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.