Back to Search
VG

Valerie Gelo

Forensic Mental Health Counselor

mental health Farmingdale, NY First Light Psychological Services P.L.L.C.
j.doe@example.com linkedin.com/in/...
Reveal Contact Info
Overview
Level
Staff
Gender
Female
Connections
253
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 59,200 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the mental health specialty. Valerie Gelo is one of them.
  • 3,116 mental health professionals are based in NY (out of 90,317 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • Typical mental health compensation in NY: $45,000 – $113,000 (median $66,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of mental health professionals in NY: Sole Proprietor (152), Private Practice (114), Self-Employed (44).
  • 3% of mental health professionals in NY hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 83% of mental health professionals in NY have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed June 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
City University of New York-John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Master of Arts (M.A.)
St. Joseph's College
Bachelor of Arts - BA
St. Joseph's College
Bachelor of Arts - BA
St. Joseph's College Patchogue NY
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
St. Joseph's College
Bachelor of Arts - BA
Skills
Event Planning Psychology Microsoft Office Sociology Mental Health Research Forensic Psychology Windows Vista Apple Software Prevail Transcription Windows 7 Spss Criminal Justice Data Entry Mental Health Counseling
About First Light Psychological Services P.L.L.C.
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
1 to 19
Revenue
<$1M
Office Location
1111 Broadhollow Rd Ste 204, Farmingdale, NY
Professional Overview

Valerie Gelo is a Forensic Mental Health Counselor, currently affiliated with First Light Psychological Services P.L.L.C., based in Farmingdale, NY. As a mental health, Gelo contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Farmingdale, NY. Gelo holds academic credentials, including Master of Arts (M.A.) and Bachelor of Arts - BA, from City University of New York-John Jay College of Criminal Justice and St. Joseph's College. Core competencies include Event Planning, Psychology, Microsoft Office, Sociology, Mental Health. First Light Psychological Services P.L.L.C. operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 1 to 19 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit mental health professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to mental health specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Farmingdale, NY healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting mental health

Healthcare professionals with mental health expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via verified email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data verified against NPI and state licensing records.

Browse all mental health professionals →

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Valerie Gelo located?
Valerie Gelo is based in Farmingdale, NY. They are currently affiliated with First Light Psychological Services P.L.L.C..
What is Valerie Gelo's specialty?
Valerie Gelo specializes in mental health. Their current role is Forensic Mental Health Counselor.
Where does Valerie Gelo currently work?
Valerie Gelo currently works at First Light Psychological Services P.L.L.C..
What is Valerie Gelo's educational background?
Valerie Gelo attended City University of New York-John Jay College of Criminal Justice and St. Joseph's College.
How do I contact Valerie Gelo for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Valerie Gelo. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a mental health professional?
Recruiting mental health professionals typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for mental health professionals across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a mental health professional in NY?
mental health professionals in NY typically earn $45,000 to $113,000 annually, with a median of $66,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

Similar Professionals in NY

CT
Cathleen Traino
Lcsw-R
Syracuse, NY
AT
Alan T. Grieco Lmsw
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Brooklyn, NY
NC
Niccole Carrero
Mental Health Counselor
New York, NY
SB
Sonia Barrett
Professional Counselor
Queens County, NY
CF
Catherine Fischberg
Mental Health Counselor
New York, NY
KH
Kyana Hall-Toney
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Wyandanch, NY
JM
Jason Montagna
Mental Health Counselor
New York, NY
BG
Beverly Glass
Clinical Social Worker
Pittsford, NY