Danielle Zito

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Danielle ZitoDanielle Zito, Psy.D. is a licensed Clinical Psychologist. She graduated from the Clinical Psychology Doctoral Program at Long Island University Post campus and has worked in home and outpatient settings providing individual and group psychotherapy, evaluations, and consultation to individuals and their families across Long Island. Dr. Zito specializes in high-functioning Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), anxiety disorders, particularly panic disorder and phobias, stress management, and weight management. Dr. Zito uses an evidence-based approach that integrates Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA), and other empirically validated treatments. In addition to training at LIU Post, she has extensive experience in school and university settings and as an in-home behavioral consultant for Developmental Disabilities Institute (DDI). She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Stony Brook University, where she fulfilled therapeutic, evaluative, and supervisory roles at the Krasner Psychological Center, Mind-Body Clinical Research Center, and Bariatric and Metabolic Weight Loss Center. Her postdoctoral training was completed at the ASPIRE Center for Learning and Development in Melville, NY, where she specialized in diagnosing and treating individuals on the high-functioning end of the Autism spectrum. While she services all ages, Dr. Zito also has a specialization in young adults, particularly those dealing with issues relating to a transition from youth to adulthood. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Zito has participated in the development of treatment protocols, written several articles, and presented at conferences across Long Island. In her free time, she enjoys singing, acting, and spending time with her friends and family.

Profile
Gender: Female
License: License State: New York, License No.: 022425
Education:

BA
Psychology
Muhlenberg College
2011

MS
Psychology
LIU Post
2014

PsyD
Clinical Psychology
LIU Post
2016

Affiliations:

Asperger Syndrome and High Functioning Autism Association (AHA)
www.ahany.org

American Psychological Association (APA)
www.apa.org

Suffolk County Psychological Association (SCPA)
www.suffolkpsych.org

New York State Psychological Association
www.nyspa.org

Experience years: 7 Years
Languages Spoken: English
Business Name: Danielle Zito, Psy.D.
Accepted Insurance:

Other

Hours:
Mon. 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Tue. 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Wed. 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Thu. 11:00 AM - 08:00 PM
Fri. 11:00 AM - 06:00 PM
Sat. Closed
Sun. Closed
Specialties
Age Group Specialization: Children, Adolescents, Young Adults, Adults
Issues and Disorders:

ADHD, Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Autism/PDD, Developmental Disabilities, Health & Wellness, Learning Disabilities, LGBTQ Issues, Life Transitions, Parenting Issues, Phobias, Stress, Obesity/Weight Loss, Tourette's Disorder

Treatment Methods:

Behavioral, Behavioral Medicine, Cognitive/Behavioral, Evaluation/Diagnostic, Psycho-Educational

Sexual Orientation Specialization:

Heterosexual, Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual

Gender Identity Specialization:

Male, Female, Transgender, Gender-queer/non-conforming

Contact Information
Address:
358 Veterans Memorial Hwy Ste 12, Commack, New York 11725

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