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Best Clinical Social Workers in North Bay Shore, NY (2026)

481 clinical social workers ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in North Bay Shore: Edwards Kenneth, RP Score 73/100; 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

  2. 30

    Most-reviewed: Sunrise Counseling Center, 207 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 481 ranked; ranked #30.

Rankings can't be bought. Psychologists can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

481 North Bay Shore clinical social workers are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 179 open Saturdays and 92 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 481 rated practices.

Top 10 clinical social workers in North Bay Shore at a glance

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

Top 10 clinical social workers in North Bay Shore at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Edwards Kenneth735.0★ (4)West Islip, 4 mi away—Overall
2Lori R. Muscara, LMSW724.3★ (4)West Babylon, 5 mi away——
3Neil H. Goldstein, LCSW723.9★ (7)Wantagh, 13 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
4Myrna M. Chiesa, LCSW715.0★ (4)Ronkonkoma, 8 mi away——
5Jeanne G. Halpern-Lewis, LCSW715.0★ (7)Smithtown, 10 mi away——
6Augustyn Constance713.6★ (5)Bay Shore, 1 mi awaySun · Evenings—
7Kenneth G. Lent, LCSW673.7★ (6)Coram, 17 mi away——
8Mosaic Mind Psychotherapy LCSW PC675.0★ (6)Bay Shore, 1 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
9Journey's Path Counseling, LCSW, PC665.0★ (10)Babylon, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Leslie Spivak PhD - Couple & Individual Counselor & Psychotherapist663.0★ (3)Babylon, 4 mi awayEvenings—

The 481 best clinical social workers in North Bay Shore, ranked

Ordered by RP Score, a 0–100 score from eight published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

Ranked by the RP Score from public listing data, not by treatment outcomes; Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank.

  1. Ranked #1 in North Bay Shore

    #1 Edwards Kenneth

    Based in West Islip, 4 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    500 Montauk Hwy # M, West Islip, NY 11795
    View profile for Edwards Kenneth(631) 766-6014

  2. #2 Lori R. Muscara, LMSW

    Based in West Babylon, 5 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #2 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    580 Sunrise Hwy, West Babylon, NY 11704
    View profile for Lori R. Muscara, LMSW

  3. #3 Neil H. Goldstein, LCSW

    Based in Wantagh, 13 mi away

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.9★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 12 AM–12 AM
    Address
    3420 Jerusalem Ave, Wantagh, NY 11793
    View profile for Neil H. Goldstein, LCSW(516) 567-7395

  4. #4 Myrna M. Chiesa, LCSW

    Based in Ronkonkoma, 8 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #4 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Address
    485 Easton St, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
    View profile for Myrna M. Chiesa, LCSW(631) 585-7858

  6. #6 Augustyn Constance

    Based in Bay Shore, 1 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.6★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri–Sat closed · Sun 10 AM–9 PM
    Address
    1766 Sunrise Hwy, Bay Shore, NY 11706
    View profile for Augustyn Constance(631) 665-8685

  7. #7 Kenneth G. Lent, LCSW

    Based in Coram, 17 mi away

    67/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    6 Roosevelt Ave, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
    View profile for Kenneth G. Lent, LCSW(631) 474-1533

  10. #10 Leslie Spivak PhD - Couple & Individual Counselor & Psychotherapist

    Based in Babylon, 4 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 12 PM–8 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    60 Fire Island Ave #103, Babylon, NY 11702
    View profile for Leslie Spivak PhD - Couple & Individual Counselor & Psychotherapist

  11. #11 Hilary S. Parente, LCSW

    Based in Patchogue, 14 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue–Wed 8 AM–5 PM · Thu closed · Fri–Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    475 E Main St, Patchogue, NY 11772
    View profile for Hilary S. Parente, LCSW(631) 357-1460

  13. #13 Dynamic Counseling LCSW PC

    Based in Commack, 7 mi away

    66/100RP Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–9 PM
    Address
    354 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ste 5, Commack, NY 11725
    View profile for Dynamic Counseling LCSW PC(631) 600-3216

  16. #16 Diana Dow, LMSW

    Based in Ronkonkoma, 7 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon closed · Tue 9 AM–7 PM · Wed closed · Thu 9 AM–7 PM · Fri–Sun closed
    Address
    1050 Old Nichols Rd, Islandia, NY 11749
    View profile for Diana Dow, LMSW(631) 316-8227

  17. #17 William Conrad, LCSW Counseling

    Based in Levittown, 14 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.8★ from 92 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Counselor”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 4.8★ from 92 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    67 Prairie Ln, Levittown, NY 11756
    View profile for William Conrad, LCSW Counseling

  18. #18 Joanna Britt, LCSW

    Based in Glen Cove, 21 mi away

    65/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Address
    50 Glen St, Glen Cove, NY 11542
    View profile for Joanna Britt, LCSW(516) 841-8354

  21. #21 Squillance Allison

    Based in Great Neck, 25 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #21 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    7 Bond St, Great Neck, NY 11021
    View profile for Squillance Allison(516) 773-3835

  22. #22 Roberto Toledo, LCSW

    Based in Central Islip, 6 mi away

    64/100RP Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    253 Feller Dr, Central Islip, NY 11722
    View profile for Roberto Toledo, LCSW(631) 334-4299

  23. #23 Denise M. Zartler, MA, LCSW

    Based in Saint James, 11 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and specialty focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 2 PM–9 PM · Sat 2 PM–7 PM · Sun 1 PM–5 PM
    Address
    872 Middle Country Rd, St James, NY 11780
    View profile for Denise M. Zartler, MA, LCSW(631) 672-6141

  25. #25 Michael Ash, LCSW & Associates

    Based in Shirley, 21 mi away

    63/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Social worker”, 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews.

    Based on 7 of 8 factors; recency not yet collected.

    • 3.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 7 AM–10 PM · Wed–Fri 7 AM–11 AM · Sat 7 AM–10 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1273 William Floyd Pkwy Ste 100, Shirley, NY 11967
    View profile for Michael Ash, LCSW & Associates(646) 480-6011

Clinical social workers ranked #26 to #50

#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in RP Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 481 ranked clinical social workers here; the rest are on their profiles.

clinical social workers in North Bay Shore, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26The Nest, A Practice of Alicia Italiano, LCSW635.0★ (20)15 mi
27Unleashed Potential Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC635.0★ (13)13 mi
28Indigo Dove, LCSW Therapy Wellness, P.C.635.0★ (28)16 mi
29Vivian J. Ostrov, LCSW635.0★ (3)27 mi
30Sunrise Counseling Center634.4★ (207)4 mi
31Luann Quackenbush, LCSW635.0★ (3)8 mi
32Claire M. Weinberg, LCSW623.7★ (3)7 mi
33Jessica Tufo, LCSW PLLC - Resilient Lotus Counseling625.0★ (5)9 mi
34Martha A. Turner, LMSW625.0★ (20)34 mi
35Solutions Counseling LCSW PLLC624.5★ (8)7 mi
36Nashon Clark, LCSW623.5★ (8)9 mi
37Jasmine Trangucci, LCSW624.6★ (39)38 mi
38South Shore Counseling LCSW PLLC625.0★ (6)8 mi
39Jennifer A. Ufko, LCSW614.6★ (9)7 mi
40Great South Bay Therapy LCSW, PC -Counseling Services in Sayville, NY615.0★ (8)9 mi
41Margarita E Cruz LCSW-R615.0★ (3)30 mi
42Heather Kramer LCSW, P.C.615.0★ (3)6 mi
43Erica Zeller, Licensed Clinical Social Work, PLLC613.0★ (4)9 mi
44Marina Mac Fie Lcsw614.0★ (4)30 mi
45Diane Burgrave, LCSW613.0★ (3)30 mi
46Eric Neithardt, LCSW PLLC615.0★ (4)9 mi
47Scott Forsmith, LCSW-R614.9★ (40)5 mi
48Changing Seasons Counseling LCSW pllc614.3★ (4)16 mi
49Waves Psychotherapy Group LCSW PC614.6★ (9)11 mi
50Beth A. Estergomy, LCSW615.0★ (4)13 mi

Also serving North Bay Shore

20 more clinical social workers within 40 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked clinical social workers serving North Bay Shore
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
Cheryl Hecht LCSW PLLC5.0★ (2)9 mi
Christina Mcvicar, Counselor5.0★ (2)9 mi
Cindy Floyd5.0★ (2)10 mi
Great South Bay Therapy LCSW PC - Counseling Services in West Islip, NY5.0★ (2)2 mi
Healthwise Counseling LCSW, PLLC5.0★ (2)11 mi
Jennifer Plunkett Skibins, LCSW5.0★ (2)12 mi
John Callahan, LCSW5.0★ (2)8 mi
Jurmann Peter J5.0★ (2)9 mi
Maureen Vollaro, LCSW5.0★ (2)9 mi
Meghan McLeod, LCSW5.0★ (2)1 mi
Melanie Stettner, Counselor5.0★ (2)9 mi
North Shore Behavioral Health3.0★ (2)9 mi
Pamela Trifaro, LCSW, PLLC3.0★ (2)8 mi
Pathway Counseling, LCSW, PC5.0★ (2)2 mi
Person Psychotherapy, Sarah J. Person, LCSW-R5.0★ (2)10 mi
Russo Fred4.5★ (2)10 mi
Serenity Therapy & Wellness5.0★ (2)4 mi
Shelby Saks LCSW-R (Psychotherapist)5.0★ (2)10 mi
Sunshine Therapy LCSW PC5.0★ (2)9 mi
Victoria Roger, LCSW5.0★ (2)12 mi

How we ranked North Bay Shore clinical social workers

We scored 481 North Bay Shore clinical social workers on eight factors, weighted as shown. A practice is ranked when its specialty is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.

Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Sponsored businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

RP Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn North Bay Shore data
Reputation25%Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back itMeasured
Review volume5%Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed practice on the listMeasured
Recency5%Share of Google reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, and round-the-clock or same-day availabilityMeasured
Specialty focus25%How clearly the practice does this specialty (its Google category and name)Measured
Proximity15%Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it isMeasured
Claimed profile10%The practice has claimed its Ranked Psychologists profile (free or paid earn the same)Measured
Partnered5%The practice links to Ranked Psychologists from its own website with our badge, checked periodicallyMeasured

How to choose a clinical social worker

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure clinical social work is a regular part of their work, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check the license with the state social work board or provincial college that issued it.
  4. Ask about fees, insurance and the cancellation policy before the first session. In the US, if you are uninsured or paying yourself, you can ask for a good faith estimate of expected charges.
  5. Check practical fit: in-person or online sessions, evening times, and how soon they have an opening.
  6. After a few sessions, ask yourself whether you feel heard. Changing to a different provider is common and fine.

Questions to ask a clinical social worker

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How much of your work is clinical social work?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • What do you charge per session, and do you take my insurance or provide a superbill?
  • Do you offer online sessions?
  • What is your cancellation policy?
  • What do you keep confidential, and when would you have to share information?

Terms explained

PhD / PsyD
Doctoral degrees in psychology. A PhD usually has a stronger research focus, a PsyD a stronger clinical focus; both can lead to a psychologist license.
Licensed psychologist
A person licensed by a state or provincial psychology board to practice psychology. The title is protected by law.
Psychological associate
In some states and provinces, a master’s-level practitioner licensed or registered by the psychology board, often with supervision requirements.
LPC / LMHC / LCPC
US licenses for professional or mental health counselors (the name differs by state). They provide counseling and therapy.
LCSW
Licensed clinical social worker: a master’s-level social worker licensed to provide therapy.
LMFT
Licensed marriage and family therapist: licensed to treat individuals, couples and families with a focus on relationships.
RP / RCC
Registered psychotherapist (Ontario) and registered clinical counsellor (British Columbia): Canadian titles for licensed therapy providers.
PSYPACT
An interstate agreement that lets psychologists licensed in a member state provide telepsychology to clients in other member states once they hold the required authorization.
Telehealth
Sessions held by secure video or phone instead of in person. The provider generally needs to be licensed where the client is located.
CBT
Cognitive behavioral therapy: a structured talk therapy that works on the links between thoughts, feelings and behavior.
DBT
Dialectical behavior therapy: a form of CBT that teaches skills for managing intense emotions and relationships.
ERP
Exposure and response prevention: a form of CBT used for OCD.

Clinical social workers in North Bay Shore: frequently asked questions

Who is the best clinical social worker in North Bay Shore?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked clinical social worker in North Bay Shore, NY is Edwards Kenneth with an RP Score of 73/100. It has 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews. Lori R. Muscara, LMSW (#2) and Neil H. Goldstein, LCSW (#3) follow. We ranked 481 clinical social workers on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many clinical social workers are there in North Bay Shore?

RankedPsychologists ranks 481 clinical social workers serving North Bay Shore, NY. Another 20 within 40 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.

What should I do if I need help right now?

In crisis or thinking about suicide? Call or text 988 (US and Canada), any time. In an emergency, call 911. This site cannot help in an emergency.

Which clinical social workers in North Bay Shore work on weekends?

179 of 481 ranked clinical social workers post Saturday hours and 92 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Neil H. Goldstein, LCSW (#3), Mosaic Mind Psychotherapy LCSW PC (#8) and Journey's Path Counseling, LCSW, PC (#9). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do North Bay Shore clinical social workers have?

The median Google rating among 481 rated clinical social workers in North Bay Shore is 5.0★, with a median of 7 reviews. Sunrise Counseling Center has the most, 207 reviews, and ranks #30. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank clinical social workers?

Each clinical social worker gets a 0–100 RP Score from eight published factors, led by reputation (25%), specialty focus (25%), proximity (15%) and availability (10%). A practice with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only practices with a confirmed specialty and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Do clinical social workers outside North Bay Shore count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 40 mi of the North Bay Shore city center, our service radius for clinical social workers. Each listing shows where the practice is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 15% of the RP Score, so a nearby practice gets a small edge.

Can clinical social workers pay to rank higher on RankedPsychologists?

No. The RP Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured practices may appear above the list, labelled Sponsored and showing their honest rank.

How are clinical social workers in North Bay Shore ranked?

Each practice gets an RP Score from 0 to 100 from 8 published factors, including its Google rating, how clearly it focuses on clinical social work and how close it is. Sponsored placements are shown separately and never change rank. The score does not measure treatment outcomes.

Can a social worker provide therapy?

Yes, when licensed for it. In the US a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW, or LICSW in some states) holds a master’s degree in social work, has completed supervised clinical practice and passed a licensing exam. In Canada, registered social workers are regulated by provincial colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns as counselors and psychologists.

Can I see a clinical social worker online?

Often, yes. Licensing generally follows where you are during the session, so the provider needs to be licensed or authorized there. In the US, psychologists in PSYPACT member states can offer telepsychology to clients in other member states; counselors and social workers have their own rules. In Canada, ask whether the provider is registered in your province.

What if I need help right now?

Do not wait for a consultation. Call or text 988 (US and Canada) if you are in crisis or thinking about suicide, at any time. In an emergency, call 911.

Update log for North Bay Shore

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 481 clinical social workers serving North Bay Shore.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.

More clinical social workers and North Bay Shore pages