Commack Consultation Center

For over 45 years, Commack Consultation Center (CCC) has provided the highest caliber of professional services to the Long Island community. As a key referral source for pediatric, family, and internal medicine practices, schools, hospitals, and the wider mental health community, we are dedicated to providing a range of psychological, psychotherapy, and counseling services for children, adults, couples, and families.

Our Services

At CCC, we provide the full range of psychological services, including:

• Anxiety and depression counseling
• ADHD treatment for children and adults
• Consulting and treatment for conduct and behavioral disorders
• Addiction counseling
• Eating disorder treatment
• Personality disorder therapy
• Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) treatment
• Relationship and family therapy
• Group therapy
• LGBTQ+ clinical supervision
• Educational seminars
• Evaluation

Our Therapists

Our team of licensed psychologists and social workers has extensive training and experience in various therapeutic approaches, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, and humanistic psychology. Our therapists are dedicated to providing individualized care and have expertise in treating a wide range of mental health issues.

Steven H. Padnick, Ph. D., Founder and Director

As the founder and director of CCC, Dr. Padnick has a comprehensive understanding of the mental health field, with extensive experience as a research psychologist, clinical consultant, and therapist. He received his doctorate in psychology from the University of New York and has received extensive post-doctoral training in modern psychoanalysis.

Christine Machlica, LCSW-R, Associate Director

Christine Machlica, LCSW-R, is an experienced clinical social worker who has a Master's degree in social work from Adelphi University. She has extensive post-graduate training in family therapy, anxiety disorders, and modern psychoanalysis.

Our Therapists

Our team of experienced therapists includes Mercedes Altshul, LCSW-R, Diana Anklow-Bass, LCSW, and Judith Charnet, Ph. D. Each therapist has received extensive training and has expertise in various therapeutic approaches.

Commitment to Patient Care

At CCC, we are committed to providing the highest level of patient care. We believe that every individual deserves a personalized approach to mental health treatment, and we strive to create a safe, supportive environment for all of our patients.

Contact Us

Please feel free to contact us to learn more about our services and how we can help you or your loved ones.