Nakisha Saunders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (929) 345-3096

My ideal clients are adolescents, young adults, and adults navigating life transitions, stress, emotional challenges, relationship concerns, and personal growth. Many come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure of how to move forward. I provide a warm, supportive, and nonjudgmental space where clients can build self-awareness, strengthen coping skills, and develop practical tools to manage challenges. Together, we work collaboratively toward meaningful growth, emotional balance, and lasting change.
I specialize in supporting adolescents, young adults, and adults with emotional regulation, stress management, life transitions, relationship challenges, and personal growth. I offer a supportive, collaborative space to build coping skills, gain insight, and create meaningful change.
Life can feel overwhelming when navigating stress, emotional challenges, relationship concerns, or major life changes. I support clients with building coping skills, improving emotional wellness, and working toward meaningful personal growth. If you feel ready to begin therapy, I invite you to reach out.
Call or Email Nakisha Saunders now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 345-3096
Let's Connect (929) 345-3096

Finances
Insurance
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- BlueShield of Northeastern New York
- Carelon Behavioral Health
- Cigna and Evernorth
- Highmark
- Humana
- Optum
- Oscar Health
- Oxford
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
Nakisha Saunders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (929) 345-3096
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 091560 Nakisha Saunders
- In Practice for 11 years
Education and Years In Practice
Nakisha Saunders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 345-3096
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Behavioral Issues
- Child
- Coping Skills
- Depression
- Education and Learning Disabilities
- Emotional Disturbance
- Family Conflict
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Oppositional Defiance (ODD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Nakisha Saunders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (929) 345-3096
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
Communities
Gay Allied ,
Lesbian Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Single Parent
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Family Systems
- Motivational Interviewing
- Person-Centered
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Nakisha Saunders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (929) 345-3096
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Nakisha Saunders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SIFI
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 345-3096