A multilingual psychotherapy practice serving individuals, couples, families, and groups across five states. We meet you with empathy, cultural responsiveness, and a flexible payment model designed to keep care accessible.
Licensed in California, New Jersey, New York, Texas & Pennsylvania
Our psychotherapy practice offers compassionate mental health care, focusing on individual experiences and the broader societal influences that shape them. We emphasize a therapeutic alliance to help clients learn from past experiences, gain awareness of the present, and foster a safer future. Specializing in anxiety, relationship issues, and depression, we offer individual, couples, family, and group counseling, adapting our approach to meet each client's unique needs.
We understand that everyone's path is filled with unique challenges. Our approach is rooted in empathy and respect for your individual journey. Our therapists provide a safe and nurturing space where you can express yourself without judgment — supporting you in learning from the past, becoming more aware of the present, and building a positive future. With flexible payment options and acceptance of various insurance plans, we strive to make our services accessible to all.
Generalized anxiety, panic, social anxiety, and stress-related concerns.
Couples therapy, family dynamics, attachment, and communication.
Mood disorders, grief, life transitions, and persistent low mood.
Acculturation, asylum support, racial trauma, and culturally responsive care.
Beyond ongoing therapy, our licensed clinicians provide focused evaluations and documentation with clear, upfront pricing.
The pre-surgical psychological clearance most weight-loss programs and insurers require — clinical interview, brief screening, and a surgeon-ready written report.
Standard: $250 one-time + 3 sessions billed to insurance | $450 flat self-pay
Plus: $350 one-time + 3 sessions billed | $600 flat self-pay, adds surgical-program coordination
A 60–90 minute clinical interview reviews your weight and medical history, eating patterns, mental health, readiness for surgery, and includes brief screening. The clinician then prepares a written report for your surgical team.
With insurance, there is a one-time fee of $250 for Standard or $350 for Plus, plus three sessions billed to your insurance. Self-pay is $450 for Standard or $600 for Plus.
Many programs and insurers accept evaluations by a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, but requirements vary by surgical program.
A housing-compliant ESA letter supporting reasonable accommodation under the Fair Housing Act — issued after a genuine clinical assessment, never automatically.
ESA Letter: $200 flat, one-time fee | annual renewal recommended
It documents that an emotional support animal is part of your care and supports reasonable-accommodation requests in housing, including buildings with pet restrictions.
After a 30–60 minute assessment, the letter can be issued within 24 hours when clinically appropriate.
Housing providers often expect recent documentation, so annual renewal is recommended.
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Legal and social policy scholar focused on immigration and mental health. PhD student at NYU with a Master's from Columbia. Conducts psychological evaluations and provides psychotherapy for individuals facing immigration challenges.
Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Master's from Columbia. 20 years of experience supporting immigrants facing acculturation and racial trauma. Leads TCCNY's Jamaica Family Wellness Center.
South Asian therapist specializing in child and adolescent psychotherapy, with expertise in relational dynamics, couple's therapy, and multi-generational trauma.
Originally from Shanghai. Specializes in young adults navigating perfectionism, identity, self-esteem, anxiety, and relationships. Offers therapy in English and Mandarin.
Empathetic, non-judgmental approach skilled in individual and group therapy. Specializes in mental illness and substance abuse using evidence-based, culturally sensitive methods.
Healing circle facilitator blending theology, spirituality, and mindfulness. Master of Divinity from Union Theological Seminary. Advocates for LGBTQIA and marginalized communities.
Strong background in community organization and human services. Care coordinator and case manager supervisor with a decade of experience. Pursuing MSW, expected Spring 2025.
Seasoned psychotherapist and hospital chaplain dedicated to supporting LGBTQ individuals facing mental health and religious trauma. 15+ years of trauma-informed practice.
MSW from the Silberman School of Social Work. Specializes in culturally competent care, work-life balance, relationships, conflict resolution, and crisis intervention.
17+ years of nonprofit leadership with community organizing across NYC, DC, Baltimore, and West Africa. Specializes in healing from trauma, particularly for women and African immigrants.
Board-certified internist dedicated to mental health and culturally sensitive care. Supports immigrants with health challenges, including N-648 medical disability waivers.
Bachelor's in Psychology, specializing in psychological evaluations for immigration-related cases. Leads community outreach initiatives to promote mental health awareness.
Mental health therapist specializing in parents and caregivers of neurodiverse individuals. Yeshiva University graduate. Directs Resolveera consultancy.
LMSW with clinical experience treating anxiety, trauma, mood, psychotic, and personality disorders in community mental health. Works with adults, couples, and teens navigating anxiety, trauma, relationships, and identity crises. Built on eight prior years counseling individuals, children, and families across preventative programs, high schools, colleges, and domestic violence services. She draws on CBT, mindfulness, supportive, and strengths-based approaches. As a Bangladeshi first-generation daughter, she understands the intersection of Western, South Asian, and Muslim cultures, and the stigma that can accompany seeking support. Provides a warm, affirming space for BIPOC, Muslim, and South Asian clients.
Load moreTrauma-informed, evidence-based psychological evaluations for Asylum, VAWA, U/T-Visas, and Extreme Hardship waivers. Bilingual in Haitian Creole. Expedited services available.
20+ years of experience in Child and Family Welfare. Helps individuals seek independence while in the childcare welfare system through effective coping strategies.
20+ years in behavioral and mental health. MSW specializing in marriage and family therapy, mental health counseling, substance abuse treatment, and domestic violence intervention.
Admin of Capacity and Psych Evaluation Services with 15+ years in healthcare. Provides billing and administrative support, ensuring seamless coordination between clients, therapists, and attorneys.
We accept most major insurance plans and offer a sliding-scale cash option. International payment methods available for clients in Bangladesh.
Our payment structure adjusts to your annual income for fair, accessible care.
Bariatric Psychological Evaluation: Standard $250 one-time + 3 sessions billed to insurance, or $450 flat self-pay. Plus $350 one-time + 3 sessions billed, or $600 flat self-pay.
ESA Letter: $200 flat, one-time fee. Annual renewal recommended.
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