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Poonam Dharni

Therapist(she, her, hers)
21 years of experience
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Hello there! I have been a therapist for over 20 years. I am a licensed clinical social worker and completed my education at Columbia University in New York City. My experience includes working primarily in outpatient mental health providing longterm treatment to clients ranging from children and adolescents to the elderly population. I've also worked in the medical, criminal justice, and educational settings where I've advocated for the mental health needs of individuals and families.

My approach to therapy

I serve clients from diverse backgrounds with various mental health needs including but not limited to depression, anxiety, grief, stress-management, and relationship challenges. My treatment approach is rooted in psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and solution-focused modalities.

What you can expect from me

I provide a supportive experience for clients to feel safe and comfortable to explore and process their thoughts and feelings without judgment. I believe in empowering clients toward developing insight into their mental health needs, and support them in building coping skills to improve their functioning and overall well-being.

About me

  • I identify as
    South Asian, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Empowering, Warm

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    21 years of experience
  • Training
    MSW (Master of Social Work) at Columbia University
  • License type
    LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker) (New York)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Cigna, Highmark BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, Highmark BlueShield of Northeastern New York, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Cultural & ethnic issues, Relationship issues
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Anger management, Identity issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Psychodynamic, Strength-Based, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavior Modification, Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Positive Psychology
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    Punjabi