Irsah Shahzad
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
2 Endorsed
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Do you feel overwhelmed by your thoughts, emotions, or life in general? Maybe you’re carrying anxiety, sadness, or painful experiences that feel hard to manage on your own. Many people come to therapy when they feel stuck, exhausted, or unsure how to move forward—but still hopeful that things can get better.
My approach as a therapist is grounded in empathy, respect, and the belief that healing happens through connection, safety, and understanding. I provide culturally sensitive care that honors each person’s identity, background, and lived experience, including individuals from BIPOC communities.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem challenges, and emotional distress. My goal is to provide a calm, supportive space where you can slow things down, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what you’re going through.
Therapy can feel intimidating at first, especially when you’re already feeling overwhelmed. I aim to make the process feel as safe, supportive, and approachable as possible so you don’t have to navigate it alone. Together, we work toward building stability, clarity, and a greater sense of emotional balance in your life.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
Payment Methods
Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- 1199SEIU
- Aetna
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Group Health Incorporated (GHI)
- MagnaCare
- Northwell Direct
- NYCEPPO
- NYSHIP | NY State Empire Plan
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
- Out of Network
Irsah Shahzad
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (631) 810-4182
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 122760-01 Irsah Shahzad
- In Practice for 3 years
- Attended Attended Stony Brook University, Master's in Social Work, Graduated 2022
Education and Years In Practice
Irsah Shahzad
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (631) 810-4182
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Coping Skills
- Depression
Expertise
- Codependency
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Suicidal Ideation
- Trauma and PTSD
Irsah Shahzad
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (631) 810-4182
2 Endorsements
Group Practice
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
South Asian
I also speak
Hindi ,
Urdu
Religion
Muslim
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples
Ethnicity
Hispanic and Latino ,
South Asian
I also speak
Hindi ,
Urdu
Religion
Muslim
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Person-Centered
- Positive Psychology
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Irsah Shahzad
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (631) 810-4182