Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ronkonkoma, NY
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Abby Leefer, LCSW-R - Perspectives Counseling of LI
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
Life can be messy, unpredictable, and overwhelming—and it’s normal to feel unsure about what to do sometimes. Our therapists have been there, and understand what it’s like to navigate life’s ups and downs. We use humanistic, client-centered approaches alongside evidence-based practices, to focus on you as a whole person, listen without judgment, and work together to help you find clarity and understand your life better, while offering support and practical guidance.
22 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ronkonkoma, NY
Online in Ronkonkoma, NY
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Carmen Ceballos
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW-R
Our practice specializes in supporting working women who feel overwhelmed, burned out, and stuck in cycles of overthinking and self-doubt. We help clients navigate anxiety, work-life balance challenges, and imposter syndrome by using evidence-based approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Our approach is warm, collaborative, and tailored to each individual—focused on helping you slow down, set boundaries, and feel more in control without sacrificing your goals. Whether you’re managing career demands, emotional exhaustion, or constant mental pressure, we provide a space where you can reset, rebuild, and move forward with clarity and confidence.
22 Years Experience
Online in Ronkonkoma, NY (Online Only)
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Alexis Smith
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
What makes my practice unique is the way I integrate evidence-based care with a deeply collaborative, person-centered approach. I believe meaningful change happens when clients feel safe enough to be fully themselves, understood without judgment, and supported in a way that honors their autonomy, values, and lived experience.
I work from a place of curiosity, respect, and cultural sensitivity. I always meeting clients where they are and moving at a pace that feels safe and sustainable. Rather than applying a one-size-fits-all model, I tailor therapy using various modalities to fit each person’s needs, goals, and emotional experiences.
Clients often come to me feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or unsure how to navigate what they are going through. My role is not to “fix” you, but to help you better understand yourself, your patterns, and your emotional world so that you can begin responding to life with more clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
I also prioritize accessibility and convenience by offering fully virtual therapy, allowing you to access care from the comfort and privacy of your own space. With flexible scheduling, therapy can be integrated into your life in a way that feels realistic and supportive rather than overwhelming.
If you are looking for a therapeutic space where you can slow down, feel understood, and begin creating meaningful change that aligns with who you are and what matters to you, I would be honored to work with you.
2 Years Experience
Online in Ronkonkoma, NY (Online Only)
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Angie Yemma
Therapist, LCAT, BCDMT
From the outside, it may look like you’re doing everything right. You work hard, care deeply, show up for others, and hold yourself to high standards. You notice the details, strive to do your best, and rarely settle for “good enough.” These qualities can be powerful strengths—but they can also leave you exhausted when the pressure to get it right starts taking over.
Maybe you overthink decisions, replay conversations, worry about disappointing people, or constantly wonder if you’re doing enough. Maybe you’ve accomplished a lot but still feel like you should be doing more.
If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and there’s nothing wrong with you.
I specialize in working with perfectionist and high-achieving teens and young adults who are navigating anxiety, self-doubt, overthinking, people-pleasing, academic pressure, and the expectations they place on themselves. I don’t believe perfectionism is something you need to get rid of. I see it as a superpower.
Therapy is an opportunity to understand your perfectionism, recognize the strengths underneath it, and learn how to use those strengths in ways that support the life you actually want. Together, we’ll build self-trust, confidence, flexibility, and self-compassion—without asking you to become less ambitious or care less.
As a therapist and dance/movement therapist, I believe your body has important information that your mind may be overlooking. My approach is warm, collaborative, creative, and practical, combining talk therapy with mindfulness and body-based techniques.
Therapy with me isn’t about becoming a different person. It’s about feeling more comfortable being the person you already are.
You don’t have to choose between being successful and feeling good. You can keep your drive, your high standards, and the parts of perfectionism that make you who you are—while creating more space for confidence, connection, flexibility, and joy.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near Ronkonkoma, NY
Online in Ronkonkoma, NY
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Colette Pauta
Counselor/Therapist
If you're looking for someone who will truly listen and help you feel heard and seen, my goal is to offer a space where you don't have to filter or perform. I take a warm, relational, and collaborative approach to therapy, meeting you where you're at with curiosity and care. I believe that humor has a place in healing, and when used thoughtfully, it can make difficult conversations feel less intimidating and more human. My work is trauma-informed and grounded in understanding how your experiences, relationships, and environment shape the challenging you're facing. Together, we'll explore patterns, build insight, and develop practical tools that feel relevant to your everyday life. Therapy with me is not about having all the answers, it's about creating space to slow down, reflect, and move forward with greater clarity and self-trust. Whether you're thinking about therapy for the first time, or have been in the counseling space before, I welcome the opportunity to get to know who you are at your core.
1 Years Experience
Online in Ronkonkoma, NY (Online Only)
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Steven Merino
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
My approach is collaborative and tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. I understand that it takes courage to seek a more fulfilling and meaningful life, and I honor that bravery. Whether you're navigating challenges or working toward personal growth, I’m here to support and empower you every step of the way. Together, we’ll create a safe space where you can explore, heal, and move forward with confidence
2 Years Experience
Online in Ronkonkoma, NY (Online Only)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ronkonkoma, NY Statistics
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) therapists in Ronkonkoma, NY average 12 years of experience and charge around $197 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Anxiety or Fears (90%), Depression (73%), and Trauma and PTSD (63%).
Average years in practice
12 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$197
Accept insurance
50%
Offer sliding scale
48%
Gender ID
| 60% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 6% |
Non-Binary |
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| 2% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 60% |
Online Only |
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| 40% |
In Person and Online |
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Top Specialties
| 90% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 73% | Depression |
| 63% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 58% | Stress |
| 50% | Social Anxiety |
| 49% | Loss or Grief |
| 44% | ADHD |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 78% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 46% | Senior |
| 26% | Children |
Client Focus
| 56% | Women |
| 49% | LGBTQ+ |
| 40% | Men |
| 29% | Hispanic / Latino |
| 25% | Black / African American |