Shriyam Dhakal

Maybe you've been carrying anxiety that won't quiet down, grief that catches you off guard, or the quiet strain of a health change that's reshaping your days. I'm Shriyam, a licensed clinical social worker who works with adults and seniors navigating exactly that: anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, and the emotional weight that comes with chronic health conditions. I bring a master's in social work from NYU and years of direct experience to every session, but mostly I bring my full attention to you.

My approach to therapy is holistic and shaped around you, not a script. In our work together, I draw on cognitive behavioral therapy to help you notice and loosen the grip

of thoughts that feel like facts, mindfulness techniques to settle your nervous system in the moment, and solution focused strategies so each session leaves you with something real to use. Whether what brought you here is anxiety, depression, grief, a relationship that feels stuck, or the toll of managing a chronic illness, we will meet it directly and build a plan that actually fits your life.

If this is your first time in therapy, it is normal to feel nervous, you do not need to have the right words ready. Our first session is simply a conversation: I will ask what has been hardest lately and what you are hoping changes, and we will go at whatever pace feels right for you. From there, expect a collaborative, empathetic space where you are genuinely heard. Most clients leave sessions with practical coping tools, a clearer sense of what is driving their anxiety or low mood, and a steadier, more hopeful

outlook that builds week over week. I am here to be your ally in that process, for as long as you need.