Mental Health Practice – Invest in You Mental Health Counseling
Invest in You Mental Health Counseling is a mental health practice located at 3401 Merrick Road, Suite 3, Wantagh, NY 11793. The practice offers counseling and therapy services through a team of licensed mental health professionals carrying credentials across multiple licensing categories recognized in New York State, serving clients on Long Island and through telehealth.
Clinicians listed on the site include Melissa Alvino (LMHC-D, NCC, PMH-C), Nicola Hall (MA, MA, MHC-LP, CASAC-T), Jamie Bunsis (MA, MSEd-SE, MHC-LP), Julia Rossello (MA, MHC-LP), Maritza Rodriguez (LCSW), Marisa Colombi (LMHC), Liz Lassus (MS, LMHC-D, NCC), Rey Santos (MS, MA, MHC-LP), Christine Baijnath (MA, MHC-LP), Gurinder Kaur (MA, MHC-LP), Sarah Dougan (MA, MHC-LP), Shadrie Richardson (MS, MA, MHC-LP), Arshprit Kalhar (MA, MHC-LP), Shay Elster (BA, MS), Caroline Treacy (BA), and Anthony Jonhsen (BA). The team spans fully licensed counselors and a licensed clinical social worker alongside associate-level clinicians at various stages of New York licensure.
The practice specializes in therapy for self-esteem, counseling for anxiety, support for new mothers during the perinatal period, navigation of life transitions, and therapy for depression. Both in-person sessions at the Wantagh office and telehealth formats are available, providing flexibility in how clients access services based on their schedule and location. Office hours run Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., with Saturday appointments available by arrangement, giving clients access outside standard weekday windows.
Insurance is accepted at the practice, and clients are directed to verify their individual plan coverage directly with the office. Self-pay is also an option. Appointments may be scheduled online through the practice website or by phone at (516) 400-6242. Email contact is available at info@investinyoumentalhealth.com. The practice website notes that active participation and dedication on the part of the client are described as central to the counseling process, reflecting the collaborative framework the practice promotes. The year the practice was established is not stated in the available site content.