Nahshira McKay

Hi, I’m Nahshira McKay, LCSW with more than 10 years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I received my Master of Social Work from Rutgers University and have supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, identity concerns, emotional regulation difficulties, and major life transitions. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with people from diverse backgrounds and learned that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. I enjoy helping clients make sense of what they’re experiencing, identify what they need, and move toward the life they want.

Therapy doesn’t have to feel uncomfortable or overwhelming. I bring an energetic, genuine, and down-to-earth style to my work while making sure clients feel respected and understood. We’ll work together to understand what’s getting in the way, build on the strengths you already have, and develop realistic tools you can use outside of session. I use approaches such as CBT and DBT, but I believe the most effective therapy is one that is adapted to the person sitting in front of me.

The first session is about getting comfortable, learning what brings you to therapy, and beginning to understand what you would like to be different. I’ll ask questions about your current concerns, experiences, relationships, and goals, while giving you room to share what feels important to you. You don’t need to have everything figured out before you walk through the door. We’ll use our conversation to start identifying where support may be most helpful and what direction you’d like your therapy to take.