Healthwise Counseling LCSW, PLLC is an affiliate of Advanced Family Medicine, a private medical practice committed to the provision of comprehensive and compassionate care to individuals and families. Advanced Family Medicine specializes in the following medical disciplines: Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Podiatry and Physiatry. Mazz launched Healthwise Counseling in early 2014, following more than
a decade of counseling experience in a variety of therapeutic settings including: foster care, primary and secondary education, outpatient mental health, and drug rehabilitation facilities. As a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Mr. Mazz provides exemplary therapy services for children, teens, adults, couples and families. He attained his Credentialed Alcoholism & Substance Abuse Counselor (CASAC-Master) certificate and conducts impartial DWI assessments for impaired drivers, in accordance with current NYS and OASAS standards. His specialty areas include anxiety, bereavement, substance abuse, stress management, anger management, substance use prevention, and support counseling services for adoption/parenting issues. in Psychology from Stony Brook University and Masters of Social Work (M.S.W.) degree from Adelphi University. Formal clinical training was completed at Peterson-Krag Center, focusing on a broad range of mental health conditions. He has worked closely with populations in therapeutic foster care, special education, and chemical dependence. Mazz utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy, taking from various therapeutic techniques including motivational interviewing (MI), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), family systems therapy, adaptive coping strategies, acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT), and relaxation techniques to enhance self-esteem, and restore healthy functioning. Experienced & trained in a variety of patient populations:
‣ Anxiety — Obsessive Compulsive, Panic, Post Traumatic Stress
‣ Bereavement — Loss & Coping Skills Development
‣ Depression — Disruptive Mood, Persistent Depression
‣ Alcohol & Substance Abuse Counseling
‣ Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
‣ Poor Behavioral Adjustments & Academic Functioning
‣ Special Education — Emotionally Disturbed, Learning Disabilities
‣ Trauma Victims — Physical, Emotional, and Sexual Abuse Victims
‣ Legal Offenders — Felony Drug Tx. Court, Probation, TASC, and STEP
Our facility features ample parking, is handicap accessible, and has an on-site bus stop for the N80 bus route. All patients can expect absolute and complete confidentiality which exceeds the minimum standards established by our Federal Government’s Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). In the event of a true medical emergency, immediately call 911 or proceed to your nearest Hospital or Emergency Room. HELP IS AVAILABLE: Contact me today for a FREE consultation! Christopher Mazz, LCSW, CASAC-Master, ACSW
Psychotherapist & Owner
Healthwise Counseling LCSW, PLLC
4230 Hempstead Tpke., Ste. 200, Bethpage, NY 11714
Email: info@healthwisecounseling.com
Phone: (631) 403-0813
We currently accept the following insurance:
- Affinity Health Plan
- Amida Care
- Anthem EAP
- Beacon Health Strategies
- Beech Street
- Empire BlueCross BlueShield
- CenterLight Health System
- Cigna
- MagnaCare
- Medicare
- MultiPlan
- PHCS
- Senior Whole Health
- Touchstone Health
- Out of Network Benefits
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