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Best Therapists And Counselors in Ronkonkoma, NY (2026)

274 therapists and counselors ranked by RP ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →

The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Ronkonkoma: Dr. Mary T. Marino, Ph.D. Christian Counseling Psychology, RP Score 76/100; 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews.

  2. 14

    Most-reviewed: Sunrise Counseling Center, 207 Google reviews at 4.4★, the most of 274 ranked; ranked #14.

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

274 Ronkonkoma therapists and counselors are ranked here by RP Score, from eight published factors. 128 open Saturdays and 67 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 274 rated practices.

Top 10 therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma 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 therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma at a glance
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Dr. Mary T. Marino, Ph.D. Christian Counseling Psychology765.0★ (30)Holbrook, 2 mi away—Overall
2Phoenix Within Mental Health Counseling745.0★ (29)Dix Hills, 3 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
3Jacqueline Lomando734.8★ (45)Smithtown, 5 mi away——
4Unleashed Potential Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC725.0★ (13)Farmingville, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Community Counseling Services723.3★ (19)RonkonkomaSat · Evenings—
6JWB Wellness Therapy & Counseling Long Island New York - Therapist Long Island714.0★ (4)RonkonkomaSat · Evenings—
7Denise M. Zartler, MA, LCSW715.0★ (12)Saint James, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
8Cheryl Buscaglia714.4★ (7)Bohemia, 3 mi away——
9Paniccia Psychotherapy & Counseling of Long Island - Therapist Long Island NY Suffolk County714.6★ (9)Bohemia, 4 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
10Suffolk Family Therapy714.6★ (22)Bohemia, 5 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—

The 274 best therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma, 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 Ronkonkoma

    Based in Holbrook, 2 mi away

    76/100RP Score

    Ranked #1 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews
    Address
    Medical and Professional Center, 233 Union Ave Ste 205, Holbrook, NY 11741
  2. Based in Smithtown, 5 mi away

    73/100RP Score

    Ranked #3 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 45 Google reviews
    Address
    267 E Main St, Smithtown, NY 11787
  3. Based in Ronkonkoma

    72/100RP Score

    Ranked #5 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 19 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 8:30 AM–9 PM · Fri 8:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    3281 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ste E14, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
  4. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #6 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sat 9 AM–8 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    33 Comac Loop Ste 1B2, Ronkonkoma, NY 11779
  5. Based in Saint James, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #7 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews.

    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
  6. Based in Bohemia, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #8 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
    Address
    80 Orville Dr #100, Bohemia, NY 11716
  7. 71/100RP Score

    Ranked #9 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–4 PM
    Address
    1777 Veterans Memorial Hwy Suite 6, Islandia, NY 11749
  8. Based in Bohemia, 5 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #10 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 22 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 10:30 AM–9 PM · Thu 10 AM–9 PM · Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–2 PM
    Address
    4109 Sunrise Hwy, Bohemia, NY 11716
  9. Based in Stony Brook, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #11 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    215 Hallock Rd #1A, Stony Brook, NY 11790
  10. Based in East Meadow, 3 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #12 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–12 PM
  11. Based in East Islip, 7 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #14 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.4★ from 207 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.4★ from 207 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–3 PM
    Address
    107 W Main St, East Islip, NY 11730
  12. Based in Centereach, 6 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #15 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun 7 AM–1 PM
    Address
    13 Technology Dr, Setauket- East Setauket, NY 11733
  13. Based in Hauppauge, 4 mi away

    71/100RP Score

    Ranked #16 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Psychotherapist”, 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.8★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    94 Steven Pl W, Hauppauge, NY 11788
  14. Based in Holbrook, 2 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #17 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.6★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 9 AM–9:30 PM · Tue 9 AM–9 PM · Wed 9 AM–9:30 PM · Thu–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–1 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1022 Main St, Holbrook, NY 11741
  15. Based in Lake Grove, 4 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #18 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    2233 Nesconset Hwy, Lake Grove, NY 11755
  16. Based in Bay Shore, 5 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #19 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Counselor”, 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 7 AM–8:30 PM
    Address
    8 Idle Hour Blvd, Oakdale, NY 11769
  17. Based in Holbrook, 3 mi away

    70/100RP Score

    Ranked #20 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.0★ from 6 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon 10 AM–8 PM · Tue 12 PM–8 PM · Wed closed · Thu 10 AM–3 PM · Fri closed · Sat 8 AM–1 PM · Sun 7:30 AM–1 PM
    Address
    20 Peachtree Ct #100, Holbrook, NY 11741
  18. 69/100RP Score

    Ranked #23 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Marriage or relationship counselor”, 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews.

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

    • 5.0★ from 72 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1239 N Country Rd, Stony Brook, NY 11790
  19. Based in Bohemia, 2 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #24 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health service”, 3.3★ from 9 Google reviews.

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

    • 3.3★ from 9 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1650 Sycamore Ave #39, Bohemia, NY 11716
  20. Based in Patchogue, 6 mi away

    69/100RP Score

    Ranked #25 because of specialty focus and its Google rating: listed on Google as “Mental health clinic”, 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews.

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

    • 4.7★ from 14 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–9 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun 9 AM–1 PM
    Address
    120 E Main St STE 5 & 8, Patchogue, NY 11772

Therapists and counselors 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 274 ranked therapists and counselors here; the rest are on their profiles.

therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma, ranks 26 to 50
RankBusinessRP ScoreGoogle ratingDistance
26Transformations Counseling Group LCSW PLLC693.8★ (19)6 mi
27New Beginnings Associates Inc694.3★ (18)4 mi
28Wholistic Counseling PC695.0★ (7)6 mi
29Louis Samaritano Biblical Counseling695.0★ (18)5 mi
30Roberto Toledo, LCSW694.4★ (5)5 mi
31Castle Counseling LCSW, P.C.694.0★ (4)5 mi
32Sisufit PLLC695.0★ (3)5 mi
33Perceptions Counseling694.8★ (19)4 mi
34South Shore Mental Health Counseling Services, P.C.684.6★ (11)7 mi
35Balanced Living Mental Health Counseling PLLC685.0★ (10)5 mi
36Metropolitan Psychiatric Care685.0★ (5)3 mi
37Turning Point Marriage and Family Therapy, P.C.684.2★ (5)6 mi
38Eric Neithardt, LCSW PLLC685.0★ (4)4 mi
39Jessica Tufo, LCSW PLLC - Resilient Lotus Counseling685.0★ (5)6 mi
40Anger Management U684.5★ (8)4 mi
41Lightpath Counseling Group685.0★ (27)9 mi
42Erica Zeller, Licensed Clinical Social Work, PLLC683.0★ (4)5 mi
43Mindful Care Psychiatry and Therapy684.6★ (145)8 mi
44Dynamic Counseling LCSW PC685.0★ (13)8 mi
45Mind Over Matter Psychiatry674.1★ (13)10 mi
46North Star Mental Health Counseling Services674.0★ (31)8 mi
47Jamie Ross, LMFT, PLLC675.0★ (6)5 mi
48Peace of Mind Mental Health Counseling, PC675.0★ (8)5 mi
49Shore 2 Shore Psychiatry672.6★ (22)In Ronkonkoma
50Pathways Within - Wisdom and Wellness Collaborative674.0★ (12)5 mi

Also serving Ronkonkoma

20 more therapists and counselors within 15 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a specialty we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.

Unranked therapists and counselors serving Ronkonkoma
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A and J Behavioral Health1.0★ (2)2 mi
Central Nassau Guidance3.0★ (2)1 mi
Cheryl Hecht LCSW PLLC5.0★ (2)3 mi
Contemplative Counseling & Psychotherapy5.0★ (2)5 mi
David Zerella, LCSW5.0★ (2)4 mi
Diana Dow, LMSW5.0★ (4)In Ronkonkoma
Frank G. Dowling, MD5.0★ (1)In Ronkonkoma
John Callahan, LCSW5.0★ (2)5 mi
Julie Azzu, MSWIn Ronkonkoma
Just 4 You Family Support Services, LLC3.0★ (2)3 mi
Kristin A. Fiumefreddo, MAIn Ronkonkoma
Li Nero PsychologyIn Ronkonkoma
Lisa Brandi LCSW PLLC4.5★ (2)4 mi
Live Well Counseling NY5.0★ (2)3 mi
Marta Laurette, LCSW-R5.0★ (2)3 mi
Maureen Vollaro, LCSW5.0★ (2)3 mi
North Shore Behavioral Health3.0★ (2)4 mi
North Star Mental Health Counseling ServicesIn Ronkonkoma
Person Psychotherapy, Sarah J. Person, LCSW-R5.0★ (2)1 mi
Robert N. Greenberg, PHDIn Ronkonkoma

How we ranked Ronkonkoma therapists and counselors

We scored 274 Ronkonkoma therapists and counselors 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 Ronkonkoma 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 therapist

  1. Check the license with the state or provincial board that issued it; most boards publish a free online lookup.
  2. Make sure they regularly work with clients who have your concern, and ask what approach they use and why.
  3. Check which license they hold (for example LPC, LCSW, LMFT or RP) and look it up with the board or 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 therapist

  • Are you accepting new clients, and how soon could I start?
  • Which license do you hold, and in which state or province?
  • How often do you work with concerns like mine?
  • 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.

Therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma: frequently asked questions

Who is the best therapist in Ronkonkoma?

By RP Score, the highest-ranked therapist in Ronkonkoma, NY is Dr. Mary T. Marino, Ph.D. Christian Counseling Psychology with an RP Score of 76/100. It has 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews. Phoenix Within Mental Health Counseling (#2) and Jacqueline Lomando (#3) follow. We ranked 274 therapists and counselors on eight factors, last updated November 9, 2026.

How many therapists and counselors are there in Ronkonkoma?

RankedPsychologists ranks 274 therapists and counselors serving Ronkonkoma, NY. 4 of them are based in Ronkonkoma; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 15 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 therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma work on weekends?

128 of 274 ranked therapists and counselors post Saturday hours and 67 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Phoenix Within Mental Health Counseling (#2), Unleashed Potential Psychotherapy LCSW PLLC (#4) and Community Counseling Services (#5). Posted hours are office hours; many practices also offer evening or online sessions by appointment.

What Google rating do Ronkonkoma therapists and counselors have?

The median Google rating among 274 rated therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma is 4.7★, with a median of 8 reviews. Sunrise Counseling Center has the most, 207 reviews, and ranks #14. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does RankedPsychologists rank therapists and counselors?

Each therapist 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 therapists and counselors outside Ronkonkoma count in this ranking?

Yes, if they are within 15 mi of the Ronkonkoma city center, our service radius for therapists and counselors. 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 therapists and counselors 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 therapists and counselors in Ronkonkoma ranked?

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

Is a licensed counselor the same as a psychologist?

No. Licensed professional counselors, clinical social workers, marriage and family therapists and, in Ontario, registered psychotherapists hold their own licenses and answer to their own boards or colleges. They provide talk therapy for many of the same concerns; formal psychological testing is usually done by a psychologist.

Can I see a therapist 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 Ronkonkoma

  1. November 2026: RP Scores recalculated for 274 therapists and counselors serving Ronkonkoma.
  2. November 2026: 2 duplicate listings merged.