Miriam Varghese, PsyD
Many of us move through life feeling disconnected and alone. We long for connection but often hold back from fully being seen. Change can feel risky, so we cling to what's familiar, even when it no longer serves us. Over time, this avoidance can leave us feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed. If you are fed up with how things are going in your life, I got you! Many of my clients feel stuck or unsure of who they are beyond the roles they've learned to play. As your therapist, I work hard to know you, and I take great care in helping you explore and reimagine aspects of yourself that have been shaped by your personal history.
I work with adults navigating family dynamics, relationships, identity, and cultural expectations. I recognize the power and importance of this work, and I understand that deep and lasting change takes time. I won't rush you to a goal before you're ready, and I'll hold space for your process without judgment, pressure, or impatience.
I'll encourage you, support you, and, most importantly, empower you to consider "leaning" into change, which I often describe as "dipping toes in the water." So come as you are, and together we'll figure out where to dip in!
Specialties
Anxiety Bias and Discrimination College adjustment Cultural Adjustment Depression Existential Challenges / Crises Family Conflict Gender Identity Grief and Loss Identity Development Infertility Life Transitions Parenting Perfectionism Race Based Trauma Racial Identity Relationship Issues Religion or Spirituality Self-esteem Sexual Health Sexuality Sexual Orientation Social Anxiety Social Isolation Stress Stress from Academics Trauma & PTSDInsurance & Payment
In-Network Insurance Plans
Paperwork:
I can provide you with paperwork for reimbursement from your insurance company if you are seeking out-of-network sessions.
Rates
| First session | $360 |
| Ongoing sessions | $180 |
Practice Hours
| Monday | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Tuesday | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Wednesday | 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
| Thursday | 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. |
| Friday | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. |
| Saturday | -- |
| Sunday | -- |
Treatment Approaches
Attachment-based Client-Centered / Rogerian Therapy (CCT) Compassion Focused Culturally Sensitive Emotion-focused therapy Experiential Therapy Insight Therapy Integrative Multicultural Person-Centered Psychodynamic Relational Strength-Based SupportiveModalities
IndividualsAge Groups
Young Adults (18-25) Adults (26-64)Communities
First-Gen Immigrants International LGBQ+ People of ColorMeeting Options
Qualifications
- Years in Practice: 14
- License(s): NY-022333-01
More About Me
- Languages Spoken: English
- Race(s): Asian or Asian American
- Gender(s): Woman