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Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
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Steven Merino

Counselor, LMHC

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70 E Sunrise Highway, Suite 500, Valley Stream, NY 11581
Managed by SOL Mental Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Let's Connect (516) 961-3780
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Managed by SOL Mental Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.
Steven Merino is a dedicated and compassionate mental health counselor with more than 10 years of experience in the field of counseling and social work. He holds a master’s degree in forensic Mental Health Counseling from John Jay College of Criminal Justice and is a licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York. Throughout his career, Steven has worked with a diverse range of clients, including individuals struggling with anxiety, personality disorders, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and relationship issues.
He is trained in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), trauma-informed care, exposure therapy, employing a variety of evidence-based techniques to support his clients in achieving their mental health goals.
Steven is known for his empathetic and client-centered approach, creating a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings without judgment. He believes in the power of the therapeutic relationship as a catalyst for personal growth and healing.
Take the first step to help. Call or Steven Merino now - (516) 961-3780

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

SOL Mental Health

70 E Sunrise Highway

Suite 500

Valley Stream, NY 11581 map

(516) 961-3780
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Stress 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (516) 961-3780
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Managed by SOL Mental Health. Your call or email may go to a representative.

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

SOL Mental Health

70 E Sunrise Highway

Suite 500

Valley Stream, NY 11581 map

(516) 961-3780
My website
I specialize in Anxiety, Depression and Stress 
I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Carelon Behavioral Health
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Humana
  • MagnaCare
  • MultiPlan
  • Oscar Health
  • Oxford
  • TRICARE
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (516) 961-3780
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. or (516) 961-3780

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 014800 Steven Merino
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Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (516) 961-3780
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. or (516) 961-3780

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Depression
  • Stress

Expertise

  • ADHD
  • Anger Management
  • Chronic Pain
  • Grief
  • Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
  • Personality Disorders
  • Trauma and PTSD
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (516) 961-3780
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Do these issues align with your needs? or (516) 961-3780

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

I also speak

Spanish

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
  • Play Therapy
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (516) 961-3780
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (516) 961-3780

Location

Primary Location

SOL Mental Health

70 E Sunrise Highway

Suite 500

Valley Stream, NY 11581

(516) 961-3780

Nearby Areas

Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (516) 961-3780
Photo of Steven Merino, Counselor, LMHC
Steven Merino
Counselor, LMHC
Take the first step to help. Call now - (516) 961-3780