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Dr. Peter Kanaris, PHD

Dr. Peter Kanaris, PHD

Clinical Psychology

Dr. Peter Kanaris, PHD is a clinical psychologist in Smithtown, NY. He is affiliated with medical facilities Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital. He is accepting new patients.

Kanaris Psychological Services, PC

496 Smithtown Byp Ste 304 Smithtown, NY 11787

Make an Appointment

(631) 979-2640

Care Philosophy

"My focus is in working with people to overcome Sex and Relationship  challenges affecting their lives."

- Dr. Peter Kanaris, PHD

At a Glance

  • Practices at Top Hospital
    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ • See hospitals
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About Me

care philosophy

My focus is in working with people to overcome Sex and Relationship  challenges affecting their lives.

biography

Dr. Kanaris is a Distinguished Fellow of the NY State Psychological Association. He is a Diplomate of Sex Therapy Certified by the American Association of Sex Education, Counseling and Therapy and also a certified Supervisor of Sex Therapy. 

  • Clinical Psychology

  • Psychology

  • Adult Development & Aging Psychology

  • Cognitive & Behavioral Psychology

  • Albert Ellis Institute

    Internship Hospital

  • Hofstra University

    Medical School

  • Brooklyn College

    Undergraduate School

Focus on Depression

Locations

Kanaris Psychological Services, PC

Kanaris Psychological Services PC496 Smithtown Byp Ste 304 Smithtown, NY 11787
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Affiliated Hospitals

  • North Shore University Hospital

    300 Community Dr
    Manhasset, NY 11030
    Recipient of 19
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2022)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback

  • Long Island Jewish Medical Center

    270 05 76 Ave
    New Hyde Park, NY 11040
    Recipient of 14
    hospital awards

    Patient Safety Excellence Award™ (2025, 2024)

    Top in the nation for providing excellence in patient safety by preventing infections, medical errors, and other preventable complications

    View all awards

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    83%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% lower than the national average

    75%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    1% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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