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Available both in-person and online
117 West 72nd Street Suite 5E New York, NY 10023
Each person is shaped by a unique constellation of identities and life experiences. I’m a Bangladeshi American Muslim from New York with passions that include mental health advocacy, music, books, and Dungeons & Dragons. My professional background spans community education, university counseling center, and private practice—all of which have shaped my approach to therapy. These diverse experiences allow me to offer a personalized and compassionate style of care. Join me in exploring your own unique combination of experiences, and in deepening your connection to yourself and those around you!
My approach centers on understanding the complexities of your intersectional identity through open, grounded conversations. I’ve supported individuals dealing with grief, anxiety, depression, academic stress, family dynamics, and personal relationship challenges.
I collaborate with you to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, supportive, and free of judgment. Looking forward to working with you!
Call or Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist now for a free 15 minute consultation - (929) 456-5463

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

In person Space

117 West 72nd Street

Suite 5E

New York, NY 10023 map

(929) 456-5463

Queens Village, NY 11428

Website
Have virtual openings for Mondays & Thursdays for NY & NJ residents! Can offer adjusted fee or support OON insurance usage for session rate.
I specialize in Grief, Depression and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Therapy doesn't have to be intimidating. I offer a supportive space to explore what you're going through—at your own pace.
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Let's Connect (929) 456-5463
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA

Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

In person Space

117 West 72nd Street

Suite 5E

New York, NY 10023 map

(929) 456-5463

Queens Village, NY 11428

Website
Have virtual openings for Mondays & Thursdays for NY & NJ residents! Can offer adjusted fee or support OON insurance usage for session rate.
I specialize in Grief, Depression and Life Transitions 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Therapy doesn't have to be intimidating. I offer a supportive space to explore what you're going through—at your own pace.
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Anthem
  • Out of Network
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Aetna & Anthem BC/BS for NY residents via Headway. If you are out of network and qualify for benefits, you can have up to 80 percent of your session costs reimbursed which I can assist you with by sending Super Bills to your insurance. Adjusted fee session slots available to expand access to care!
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463
"
Aetna & Anthem BC/BS for NY residents via Headway. If you are out of network and qualify for benefits, you can have up to 80 percent of your session costs reimbursed which I can assist you with by sending Super Bills to your insurance. Adjusted fee session slots available to expand access to care!
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463

Qualifications

    Mental Health Counselor: Sanjidah Chowdhury

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of New York / 015254 Sanjidah Chowdhury
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • Attended Teachers College, Columbia University, Ed.M/MA, Graduated 2022
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: New Jersey State Board 37PC01250600 / 2026
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I have over 5 years of experience supporting my community and working with young professionals and adults. I'm licensed in NY & NJ.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463
"
I have over 5 years of experience supporting my community and working with young professionals and adults. I'm licensed in NY & NJ.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Grief
  • Depression
  • Life Transitions

Expertise

  • Anxiety
  • Coping Skills
  • Family Conflict
  • Peer Relationships
  • Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • School Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Self-Harming
  • Spirituality
  • Stress
  • Women's Issues
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I often work with clients who are going through/processing life transitions and grief. Additionally, provide space to explore any and all kinds of relationships. During initial sessions, we will start the journey of how we want to collaborate which will allow us create focus areas and plans to approach issues as well as curiosities.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463
"
I often work with clients who are going through/processing life transitions and grief. Additionally, provide space to explore any and all kinds of relationships. During initial sessions, we will start the journey of how we want to collaborate which will allow us create focus areas and plans to approach issues as well as curiosities.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463

8 Endorsements

Siena Vaccara
Siena Vaccara
CounselorLMHCEdMMALPC
Sanjidah is organized, understanding, and brings authentic reassurance into the counseling space. Equipped with experience in holding individuals through grief - Sanjidah offers adaptive support methods that foster resilience.
Sahana Sriram
Sahana Sriram
Licensed Mental Health CounselorLMHCLPCMAMEd
Sanjidah is a kind and relational therapist who truly listens. As a colleague, I've seen how thoughtfully and caringly she speaks about her clients. She is deeply intentional and empathetic, always motivated to provide the highest quality of care
Charles Henry Lovett
Charles Henry Lovett
LMHC-LPMAEdM
Sanjidah is warm, profound, and caring counselor, skilled at incorporating creativity, profundity, and compassion into their work with clients. Highly recommend!
Brianna Halasa
Brianna Halasa
Licensed Professional Clinical CounselorLMHCLPCC
Sanjidah is an incredibly caring and passionate therapist. She creates a safe and empathetic environment for clients to feel seen and acknowledged. Knowing that they are supported allows clients to step into their vulnerability to make lasting change.
Michael Cruz
Michael Cruz
CounselorLMHC
Sanjidah is not only a close colleague but a leader in the mental health space. She seamlessly blends in her identities and experiences to create a truly authentic healing space for her clients. She welcomes and encourages all to find their best self.
Siji Varghese NP in Psychiatry
Siji Varghese NP in Psychiatry
Psychiatric Nurse PractitionerPMHNPBC
Sanjidah is a kind and warm person. She is also a good listener. I would highly recommend her as a therapist for anyone looking for therapy!
Kim Jaso
Kim Jaso
CounselorLMHC
I've had the privilege of knowing Sanjidah as a colleague and have always been impressed by her calm, curious, and thoughtful approach to therapy. She offers a safe space to help clients feel truly understood in their unique identities and experiences.
Anna Marie Fennell
Anna Marie Fennell
Mental Health CounselorLMHC-DMA
Sanjidah is a culturally-competent, warm, and sincerely thoughtful and honest therapist. Anyone looking for someone that understands grief, family dynamics, or trauma is in good hands with her.

Client Focus

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Arab
South Asian

Religion

Muslim

Age

Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Gay Allied
Lesbian Allied
Non-Binary Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Transgender Allied

Ethnicity

Arab
South Asian

Religion

Muslim

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Emotionally Focused
  • Feminist
  • Interpersonal
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Psychodynamic
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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In our first session, we'll explore what brings you to therapy and what style might work best. Then moving forward, we will adapt to be responsive to growth and new objectives. I often approach my understanding through a Relational Multicultural Psychodynamic lens, incorporating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to support specific skill building.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463
"
In our first session, we'll explore what brings you to therapy and what style might work best. Then moving forward, we will adapt to be responsive to growth and new objectives. I often approach my understanding through a Relational Multicultural Psychodynamic lens, incorporating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques to support specific skill building.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (929) 456-5463

Location

Primary Location

In person Space

117 West 72nd Street

Suite 5E

New York, NY 10023

(929) 456-5463

Additional Location

Queens Village, NY 11428

(929) 456-5463
"
Have virtual openings for Mondays & Thursdays for NY & NJ residents! Can offer adjusted fee or support OON insurance usage for session rate.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 456-5463
"
Have virtual openings for Mondays & Thursdays for NY & NJ residents! Can offer adjusted fee or support OON insurance usage for session rate.
Photo of Sanjidah Chowdhury - Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist, Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Sanjidah: South Asian, Muslim, NY & NJ Therapist
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC-D, LPC, EdM/MA
Call for a free consultation now - (929) 456-5463