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Therapist in Forest Hills, New York Michelle Merindino, Therapist

Gender Identity: Female (She/Her)

Ages Served: 18-74

Appointments: In-office and Online

Manages Medications: No, provides therapy only

Accepts Insurance: Yes - View accepted plans

Michelle Merindino, Therapist

Michelle Merindino, MS, LMHC

Specializes In:

Anxiety
Depression/feeling down
Panic attacks
Self-esteem
Sexual trauma
Stress management
Trauma & PTSD
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Michelle Merindino, LMHC Michelle Merindino is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York who has been practicing since 2017. She has a BA in Psychology from St. Francis College and an MS in Mental Health Counseling from Long Island University, Brooklyn Campus. Michelle guides clients in processing and achieving insight into emotions, in order to break unhealthy patterns. She helps them improve functioning both internally, and externally across their interpersonal interactions and daily experiences. Using a client-centered and trauma-informed approach, Michelle strives to create a safe, warm, and comfortable space to ensure her clients feel fully supported and seen through the therapy process. Outside of work, Michelle loves to keep active, whether that is going for a hike, going to the gym, or exploring new travel destinations. She also stays connected to nature, including camping, and spending time with her pets.

Types of Care & Ages Served

Areas of Focus

Individual Therapy

Get help addressing challenges and improve well-being with a clinician's guidance.

  • Anxiety
  • Depression/feeling down
  • Panic attacks
  • Self-esteem
  • Sexual trauma
  • Stress management
  • Trauma & PTSD
  • Aging
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Body image
  • Career & relationships (mid-life)
  • Career & work issues
  • Detachment/disconnection
  • Dissociative disorders
  • Domestic violence & abuse
  • Early adulthood: Independent living or relationships
  • Early adulthood: Starting college or career
  • Emotional abuse
  • Empty nesters
  • Family conflict
  • Focus, concentration & memory
  • General relationship issues
  • Intense mood changes
  • Marital stress or divorce
  • Menopause & perimenopause
  • Other women's health concerns
  • Parenthood
  • PMS & PMDD
  • Premarital counseling
  • Retirement
  • Social skills & communication

Languages

  • English

Education

  • Long Island University Brooklyn Campus

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Please call us at 929-346-7176 to schedule an appointment with Michelle Merindino.

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