Maha Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
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Let's Connect (516) 928-4897
Have you been feeling unmotivated, numb, or lost on your next step in life? Do you feel unheard by those around you and just want to be seen? This space is meant for you to not only be heard, but to overcome, heal, grow and thrive.
With the multiple hats we juggle as caregivers and employees, the feeling of overwhelm can be inevitable. Whether you’re an overthinker, a parent, going through a recent loss, or adjusting to a new phase in your life, I’m here to walk alongside you through the journey. With nearly 10 years of experience, I've worked with diverse individuals to overcome major life stressors and rediscover their strengths.
I strive to be a warm, consistent presence for you to lean back on. My approach is genuine and compassionate, with a lighthearted dash of humor to liven our work together.
My focus is in supporting pregnant/postpartum women and parents navigating parenthood. Building a family is not easy and often takes a toll on our energy.
Through my experience surviving postpartum anxiety leading me to specialize in perinatal mental health, I'm prepared to support you and your growing family.
You deserve a space designed just for your wellbeing. With 2025 nearly behind us as a challenging year for so many, let’s start fresh this 2026 and prioritize YOU. Message me to begin your journey!
Call or Email Maha Akhtar now for a free 15 minute consultation - (516) 928-4897
Let's Connect (516) 928-4897
Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
Mastercard, Paypal, Visa, ZelleInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- Quest Behavioral Health
- United Healthcare Optum
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- Out of Network
Maha Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 928-4897
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 089938 Maha Akhtar
- In Practice for 10 years
- Attended Silberman School of Social Work at Hunter College, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2016
- Certificate from Awaken Consulting Services Brainspotting Phase 1 Training / 2025
- Certificate from Postpartum Support International Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care / 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Maha Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 928-4897
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Parenting
- Anxiety
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Behavioral Issues
- Career Counseling
- Chronic Illness
- Chronic Pain
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Divorce
- Hoarding
- Infertility
- Life Coaching
- Life Transitions
- Marital and Premarital
- Mood Disorders
- Racial Identity
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Sleep or Insomnia
- Spirituality
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Maha Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 928-4897
Client Focus
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Black and African American
I also speak
Spanish ,
Urdu
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Age
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Single Parent
Ethnicity
Asian ,
Black and African American
I also speak
Spanish ,
Urdu
Religion
Secular and Non-Religious
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Brainspotting
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Strength-Based
Maha Akhtar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (516) 928-4897