“Many of the questions you may have regarding life’s challenges can be found through a bit of self-exploration. The ability to heal requires awareness, mindfulness, and personal insight.”
Welcome!
I’m a firm believer that mental health is integral to managing the demands of everyday life. When you’re not feeling well, it becomes increasingly difficult to address stress and navigate daily challenges. Think about the times when focusing at work, studying for an exam, or communicating your needs felt overwhelming. My approach as a therapist is designed to address these difficulties by focusing on consistent problem-solving, exploration, and healing.
My work as a therapist entails consistent problem solving, reasoning, exploring, investigating, learning and healing. I provide compassionate, supportive, encouraging and challenging therapy that facilitates and promotes growth for the people who seek to improve the quality of their lives. Reflecting on one's actions, highlighting the importance of self-awareness and offering advisement on ways to improve the overall health of one's lifestyle are a few ways by which I aid individuals in achieving an enhanced experience of life.
Through these means, the ability to focus at work becomes a bit easier, studying for an exam is not such a harrowing feat and effectively expressing your needs feels like more of a natural practice. All the while, paying special attention to your improved health both mentally and physically.
Venishka’s Clinical Background
Service Locations
Online in New York and New Jersey
Insurance Accepted
Aetna (including PPO, HMO, and Aetna Student plans)
Wellfleet Student (NYU, School of Visual Arts, Sarah Lawrence College, etc.)
Out-Of-Network Benefits Reimbursement
Therapeutic Modalities
DIALECTICAL BEHAVIOR THERAPY (DBT)
EYE MOVEMENT DESENSITIZATION AND REPROCESSING (EMDR)
COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY (CBT)
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
Solution-Focused
Couples
Clinical Expertise
Depression
Mood-related disorders (e.g. Bipolar Disorder)
Personality Disorders
Chronic Illnesses
Sex and Intimacy Issues
Forensic and Legal Matters
Gender Dysphoria
ADHD
Psychotic Disorders
Dissociative Disorders
Addiction and Substance Misuse
Paraphilic Disorders
Impulse Control and Conduct Disorders
Racial Trauma
Client Focus
Adults
Forensic & Legal Involved
Education
Master of Arts in Forensic Mental Health Counseling, CUNY John Jay College of Criminal Justice
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology , CUNY Hunter CollegeCertifications and Training
Licensed Mental Health Counselor 009806-01
Trauma Informed Care
Transforming the "Living Legacy" of Trauma
Motivational Interviewing
Mindfulness Based Techniques
Promoting Treatment Engagement with Individuals Struggling with Behavioral Health Disorders
Screening and Interventions for Individuals with Substance Use Issues
Person Centered Planning in Behavioral Health
Providing Treatment to Individuals Diagnosed with Personality Disorders
EMDR Therapy Basic Training
Languages
English
Licenses
New York Licensed Mental Health Counselor
New Jersey (Telehealth) Licensed Mental Health Counselor
How Venishka Can Support You
Our work together is a partnership where your insights and experiences guide the therapeutic journey. I challenge and support you in ways that foster personal development, helping you uncover your strengths and make meaningful changes in your life. I am committed to addressing the impact of systemic inequalities and ensuring an inclusive therapeutic experience for all clients.
Influences: Carl Rogers, Marsha Linehan, William R. Miller, Gregory W. Lester
Venishka’s Approach
In our sessions, I strive to build a strong therapeutic alliance grounded in trust and collaboration. My approach is designed to support you in exploring your inner world, uncovering your strengths, and achieving meaningful change.
By working together, we will navigate life’s challenges and embrace a path toward greater well-being, all while honoring the unique aspects of your identity and experiences. I am committed to helping you improve both your mental and physical health, making everyday tasks and life transitions more manageable and fulfilling. By integrating a holistic and culturally attuned approach to therapy, I aim to support you in achieving a balanced and enriched life.
Rituals: setting reminders, drinking water, walking throughout my neighborhood, researching
Why Work With Venishka?
Each therapy plan is customized to your unique needs, recognizing that your experiences and goals are specific to you. I address both mental and physical aspects of well-being, ensuring a comprehensive approach to therapy. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel truly heard and understood.
As a woman of color, I bring a deep understanding of the complexities and challenges faced by BIPOC individuals. My approach is grounded in an anti-oppression and anti-racist framework, ensuring that your identity and experiences are respected and valued.
Our work together is a partnership where your insights and experiences guide the therapeutic journey. I challenge and support you in ways that foster personal development, helping you uncover your strengths and make meaningful changes in your life. I am committed to addressing the impact of systemic inequalities and ensuring an inclusive therapeutic experience for all clients.
Library: What’s Right With Me (Carlene Deroo & Carolyn Deroo), The Disease to Please (Harriet B Braiker), You Are The Best Thing (Tarana Burke & Brene Brown), What My Bones Know (Stephanie Foo), The Color of Hope: People of Color Mental Health Narriatives (Vanessa Hazzard & Irisha Picot), Waiting for an Echo (Christine Montross), The Weight of Air (Davis Poses), What Doesn’t Kill You (Tessa Miller)
About Venishka
Being a woman of color, I understand firsthand the nuanced experiences of navigating life as a BIPOC individual. My practice is informed by an anti-oppression and anti-racist lens, which acknowledges and addresses the systemic barriers and inequalities that impact mental health. I am dedicated to creating a therapeutic space that is inclusive and respectful of diverse identities and experiences, offering support that is both culturally sensitive and deeply empathetic.