Mariam is an NYU-educated Psychotherapist and UC Berkeley-trained Data Scientist with 10 years of experience at NYU and UNC Hospitals, leading teams of inpatient and outpatient therapists, dietitians, and nurses. Mariam has guided countless therapeutic interventions for adolescents and adults blending psychodynamic therapy with research-backed neurobiological and behavioral insights, and has led major systemic improvements to support vulnerable communities in more easily accessing the healthcare they need.
What can clients expect to take away from sessions with you?
“In every session, my goal is to ensure you feel seen and deeply understood. Sometimes, you might just feel off without really knowing why. Or, you might be unhappy but not sure what needs to change. At Classical Therapy, we'll work together to figure out what you're feeling, learn more about yourself, and make positive changes. It can feel overwhelming to find a therapist, but talking with one can actually help you feel more in control. Just like when you exercise for physical health, therapy is for your mental health. In our sessions, by feeling understood and comfortable discussing things you feel unsure about, you may gain a better sense of how you want to live and how you want your life to look. This process has helped my clients to better communicate with those important to them and make moves with empowered clarity. At Classical Therapy, we make sure our approach fits you personally, no matter your background or where you're coming from. If you’re curious about how this works, please schedule a free consultation - either at my office or for a quick phone chat, to see if this journey is right for you.”
Explain to clients what areas you feel are your biggest strengths.
My role in the therapy session is to be your co-pilot. Your time in therapy is just that - YOUR time. Every moment counts, and I will not waste it by lecturing you. Instead, what I will do is interject a lot of questions as you share your stream of consciousness so that we can dive deep. The goal here is that we’ll uncover and rewrite some underlying narratives that are deeply shaping your experiences at an unconscious level. Layered within this, as we discuss more sensitive and challenging topics that activate your nervous system, I weave in research-backed, trauma-informed therapeutic techniques to help you process and release traumatic responses you may be stuck in. By weaving classical and modern techniques in this way, I have had the immeasurable joy of watching my clients evolve beyond their old habits and open new doors, better able to navigate and remain present in their day-to-day lives.