Valerie Gelo
Counselor, MA, LMHC-D (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
Kings Park, NY 11754
Waitlist for new clients
Let's Connect (855) 965-4425
Asking for help can be difficult, especially with the mental health stigma that surrounds us. The reality is that everyone is subjected to the unpredictable stressors of life, and it's normal to feel the weight of that. Whether you are mandated or voluntarily seeking assistance, I will be here for you every step of the way. My approach to treatment is non-judgmental and empathetic, as everyone deserves a chance to be the best version of themselves no matter what their history entails. It is my belief that people are not defined by a single moment or period in their life. What matters is here and now, so let's make positive changes!
While I utilize a variety of therapeutic interventions and techniques, I will initially use a biopsychosocial approach to carefully determine your areas of need so that I can best assist you. Building awareness and understanding the dynamic and complexity of these interactions is essential for developing a comprehensive, individualized treatment plan.
It takes courage to make the first step, and if you're reading this then you already have! Acknowledgement is necessary for positive change and growth, so you are ready to begin.
Take the first step to help. Call or Email Valerie Gelo now - (855) 965-4425
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $100
- Pay by American Express, Cash, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Insurance
- 1199SEIU
- Aetna
- Anthem
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Meritain Health
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Email me or call with questions - (855) 965-4425
Valerie Gelo
Counselor, MA, LMHC-D
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 010475 Valerie Gelo
- In Practice for 9 Years
- Membership with The Association for the Treatment of Sexual Abusers (ATSA)
- Certificate from Society for the Advancement of Actuarial Risk Need Assessment (SAARNA)
- Attended CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice, Masters Degree in Forensic Mental Health Counseling, Graduated 2016
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (855) 965-4425
Valerie Gelo
Counselor, MA, LMHC-D
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Forensic/Court-Ordered
- Sexual Issues
- Personality Disorders
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Asperger's Syndrome
- Autism
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Bisexual
- Borderline Personality (BPD)
- Chronic Pain
- Depression
- Developmental Disorders
- Dual Diagnosis
- Impulse Control Disorders
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Sex Therapy
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Addiction
- Substance Use
- Trauma and PTSD
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (855) 965-4425
Valerie Gelo
Counselor, MA, LMHC-D
2 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Group
Communities
Bisexual Allied ,
Gay Allied ,
Immuno-disorders ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Eclectic
- Forensic Psychology
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Sex Offender Treatment
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Email me or call with questions - (855) 965-4425
Valerie Gelo
Counselor, MA, LMHC-D
Groups
Adult Sex Offender Treatment Program
Designed to reduce the likelihood of reoffending by assisting adult sex offenders with identifying high risk factors and maladaptive behavioral cycles that result in sexual deviance. Open to individuals voluntarily seeking treatment for sexual issues and to individuals on probation, parole, or with pending legal charges.
Expertise
Men's Issues
Sexual Abuse
Sexual Addiction
Types of Therapy
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Age
Adults
Location
Kings Park, NY 11754
Email Valerie Gelo about this group or call - (855) 965-4425
Location
Additional Location
New York, NY 10011
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Valerie Gelo
Counselor, MA, LMHC-D