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I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in New York state with approximately twenty years of experience in working with multicultural individuals dealing with wide range of challenges. I am passionate about helping others become the best version of who they are meant to be.
I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families focusing on mending relationships, stress, anxiety, depression, parenting issues, women's issues, and life coaching. I believe every individual is unique, so I tailor my person-centered approach from a variety of modalities; including, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Holistic approach. I like to focus more on the present and help you be able to move forward to a better, happier and healthier life.
I have extensive experience with working with individuals of all different ethnicities, and cultural backgrounds. Coming from a multicultural background I pay special attention to the cultural context. I am especially passionate about working with clients from culturally diverse backgrounds, and providing linguistically sensitive, culturally appropriate, and multicultural focused treatments tailored to your background and presenting concerns.
I am strong believer in positive thinking. With lots of empathy and dash of humor, I can help you overcome anything!
Additional areas of focus:Addictions, Intimacy-related issues, Eating disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Blended Family Issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Commitment Issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Coping with Natural or Human-Caused Disaster, Dependent Personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic Violence, Drug and Alcohol Addiction, Eating and Food-Related Issues, Emptiness, Family of Origin Issues, Family Problems, Fatherhood Issues, Fertility Issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Immigration Issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Men's issues, Midlife crisis, Money and financial issues, Multicultural Concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Postpartum Depression, Pregnancy and childbirth, Prejudice and Discrimination, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD), Self-love, Sex Addiction, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young Adult Issues
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
She has allowed me the comfort to go at my own pace on my journey. I appreciate what she has done for me so far and to come!
Written on Mar 20, 2024 after therapy with Mahiboob for 6 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
She is very awesome, even as my first time and how I was recommended with a therapist. I had doubts in the beginning but she broke the ice and made everything very comfortable! Highly recommend her
Written on Jan 27, 2024 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Great work, I enjoy working with her
Written on Dec 14, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 10 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and coaching
Best therapist
Written on Oct 28, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coaching, and adhd
Great therapist
Written on Sep 08, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
My therapist is very considerate and patient and helps me to articulate my feelings in a constructive way. She is very sincere and always follow up on my progress. I have made tremendous progress since I have been doing therapy with her.
Written on Aug 21, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 10 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes
Extremely nice, compassionate and caring individual. We will seek her expertise when needed.
Written on May 31, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning relationship issues
Mahiboob is an amazing therapist! This was my first time doing therapy and I genuinely loved every minute of it. When I started, I was extremely anxious about my relationships and my job. Weekly sessions with Mahiboob definitely made my life easier. She pointed out the thinking patterns I was caught in and gave me amazing techniques to help ground myself and ways to change my thinking. By the end of my sessions, it felt like I was talking to a friend rather than a therapist. I'm grateful to have met and worked with Mahiboob on my mental health!
Written on May 18, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months
I know that this is my therapist but she has made me feel so comfortable in such a short time that I feel like I'm talking to my best friend; without the judgment and constructive ways to work thru my dilemmas. Mahiboob has allowed me to let down my hair and feel free about discussing my personal concerns.
Written on May 01, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and career difficulties
I feel strongly about finding a therapist that understands the complexity of the upbringing a person of color. I felt connected to Mahiboob in that way. She understands the social/familial pressure I experience and has been sympathetic to my internal struggles but at the same time she provides clarity and need-to-hear insight when needed. I’ve enjoyed working with her!
Written on Apr 02, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
I've been seeing Mahiboob for four months now and my life feels significantly more sorted. I was going through a very rough patch with my relationship and career and she helped me immensely in navigating my feelings, my relationships and life decisions. Mahiboob is very professional and has great insights as a neutral observer to my story. I'd highly recommend her.
Written on Mar 22, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, and self esteem
Mahiboob is friendly and very easy to talk to. During our sessions I felt comfortable to share what was on my mind (even if it didn't directly relate to struggles and difficulties). She offered helpful tips and notes that challenged me to step out of my comfort zone a little and work on making improvements in my life. I appreciated my time with her!
Written on Mar 21, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, career difficulties, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
So far we have a good relationship and she has been helping me.
Written on Mar 21, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Prior to signing up with BetterHelp, my anxiety had gotten so bad that it actually landed me in the hospital (I went in with severe chest pains, and they determined that it was basically an anxiety attack manifesting as (what felt like) a heart attack). I am happy to report that after 2 months of working with Mahiboob every week (even when I had covid, thank goodness for virtual sessions!), I feel like I've made a ton of progress from where I started to where I am now. Mahiboob has been warm, friendly and consistent with her approach, and I very much look forward to our session each week. She has given me several coping methods to help manage my anxiety, and while I don't practice every single one every day, I do try to incorporate at least 1-2 each day if I can. More importantly, I am much more aware in the moment when I start spiraling and am able to catch myself and immediately begin implementing the techniques that Mahiboob has taught me to help manage my anxiety. I've talked about needing to go to therapy for a long time, and I'm so thankful that I finally did this for myself and that BetterHelp connected me with Mahiboob!
Written on Mar 20, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and family conflicts
I just finished my first 4 sessions with Mahiboob and she's been a pleasure to speak with each time and now that I've gotten to talk with her over time, she's definitely helped me get on track with some personal goals and things that I've been seeking since I'd done therapy last. I'm looking forward to continuing sessions with her!
Written on Mar 16, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and self esteem
Mahiboob is literally the best. She is so understanding kind and tells it how it is when you need to hear certain things. She is patient and insightful. I have worked with her through several of my relationship and depressive moments and she has helped tremendously. I will continue to see her as long as I can. 10/10 would recommend
Written on Mar 15, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
I just started my therapy and I have met my therapist. she’s so right, I know her money I cannot be more happy. It doesn’t feel like I’m in therapy. It feels like a best friend listening to me by telling me the right way how to do things and how to go about my feelings, my emotions, my weakness, she knows exactly how to get me to come down. How can I look in a better day and a better future and what I’m looking forward for I am so happy that I met her and I am so grateful that we are compatible to be in therapy together and I love my therapist. I will recommend her 100% to anybody she’s willing to listen to you and she’s very detail on her stuff and her job , I like her so much and I’m very grateful
Written on Mar 01, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Since I've started BetterHelp with Mahiboob, my life has completely changed for the better! She's such a genuine person to speak with and very caring - also was very flexible to work with. Literally can't thank her enough with all the help and guidance she's given me.
Written on Feb 15, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 5 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mahiboob is warm and friendly, yet is direct enough to help you focus clearly on the issues affecting you. She is very helpful in getting you to explore all of the different aspects of your situation, which is good for finding perspective.
Written on Feb 06, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning addictions, lgbt, relationship issues, family conflicts, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She is a great coach and therapist. She is very patient, kind and understanding. She provides a practical and easy to implement solutions to daily life problems. She shares insightful lessons to learn and implement to make everyday life better!
Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, anger management, and compassion fatigue
Mahiboob helped me through a stressful time in my life. She was very respectful and considerate of my lifestyle which helped me open up.
Written on Jan 23, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, and parenting issues
Mahiboob offers great suggestions for many different problems. She is very helpful.
Written on Jan 13, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, self esteem, and career difficulties
This is my first time doing therapy and I've been working with Mahiboob for the past 5 months or so and it's been a great experience so far. Going into therapy I did not know what to expect and was somewhat intimidated by the whole process, but immediately she made me feel comfortable. Being a second generation immigrant it was important that I found a therapist who could empathize with the cultural differences between generations to help me navigate through some family issues I've been putting off for some time. She has helped change my perspective when approaching any issues that arise in my life now and brought greater awareness to some of these deeper underlying issues that have been ailing me in adulthood. Although it's already been 5 months I feel like we are just scratching the surface, but overall she has helped make this typically uncomfortable process of growth more tolerable and gives me confidence that I can continue to make positive changes if I continue to do the work both in and outside of therapy. If you have any of the issues listed in her bio I highly recommend working with her she is an excellent therapist and a great investment for your own mental health.
Written on Jan 11, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
She is very kind and supportive. She have so much patience to listen and understand her patient. She is so friendly and emphasize with your situation where you can talk and share with her with open minded.
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and career difficulties
Mahiboob is very experienced and has helped me with a variety of issues. She is a great listener and offers great advice. Couldn’t be happier to have found her :)
Written on Jan 03, 2023 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 months on issues concerning addictions, relationship issues, and sleeping disorders
Mahiboob is a therapist that compels clients to take on an optimistic outlook on life. She helped me greatly during a break up with a significant other and helped improve the way I cope with social anxiety. She is a great resource to use for people who want to stop worrying about what other people think of them, and for people who want to learn how to be happy on their own.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, grief, self esteem, coping with life changes, and adhd
My experience with Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan has been great. I'm so happy I found her on this platform. I felt very comfortable with her right from the start. Alot of my issues are related to family, so I was important to me to have a therapist who also understood my cultural background. I've had therpay before, but Mehiboob makes me look forward to our sessions not only because its helped me move forward with the issues I was grappling with but because I also felt better no matter how bad my day was. My sessions always end with a smile on my face.
She also makes sure that we are on track with my personal growth and makes sure that we are in alignment when it comes to appointment and homework for the upcoming session.
I would highly recommend Mahiboob as that she has helped me regain clarity in my goals and in getting myself better mentally.
Written on Dec 16, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, eating disorders, and coaching
Throughout the course of my sessions I was able to improve my problems with Procrastination and work on issues I had socially
Written on Dec 15, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, self esteem, and adhd
I have been working with Mahiboob for a few months now and she has been very kind and helpful. Her patience, sense of humor, and wisdom have been very important in my personal growth. The way she listens and asks questions to make me think or consider things help me dive deeper into the challenges I am facing and her quick and never-ending ideas for how to move through the challenges help with long-term support. Her laughter, relaxed self, and nonjudgmental ways make her easy to talk to and be honest with.
Written on Dec 14, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, and adhd
She is easy to talk to, and gives me positive solutions
Written on Dec 11, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I came here struggling with a relationship ending and Mahiboob provided an open ear, gentle encouragement and good advice to help me understand where I was at and how to move forward. She's approachable and kind in her support and I'll be reaching out if I'm ever stuck on a hard situation again.
Written on Nov 30, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
She was lovely and comforting.
Written on Nov 29, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 4 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Glad I was able to be matched with someone who speaks my love language Tough Love lol. All jokes aside very understanding and helpful I've been dealing with some family /mental health issues and just trying to be happier. I definitely feel better and plan to continue . highly recommend
Written on Nov 14, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning relationship issues, family conflicts, coping with life changes, compassion fatigue, and adhd
Very profesional, good listener. I cannot express enough how important therapy has been for me. It really helped me go through a very dark chapter in the most recent years of my life. Highly recommend Ms Syed-Vardhan
Written on Oct 27, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, family conflicts, sleeping disorders, coping with life changes, and adhd
Mahiboob is my first therapist on Betterhelp. I think of myself as a tangled knot, and after every session she unwinds me and I return to a piece of string.
She has offered me so much insight into my family and marriage needs. She offers advice, anecdotes and methods that have worked well for me. She listens patiently with no judgement.
Being of Asian descent, she is able to relate to certain culture practices and traditions that I have as well.
Written on Oct 19, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and intimacy-related issues
She’s terrific
Written on Oct 18, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Mahiboob helped me sort out some difficulties I was having in a helpful and kind manner. The insight she had made a big difference and motivated me to make the changes I needed to feel better. Highly recommend working with this practitioner!
Written on Oct 11, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, family conflicts, and coping with life changes
Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan has helped me for the last 2 months. As a person who has done therapy on and off, and have gone through several therapists, Mahiboob sets herself apart by discussing my issues with me with a caring sensitivity, humor and affability.
She also makes sure that we are on track with my personal growth and makes sure that we are in alignment when it comes to appointment and homework for the upcoming session.
I would highly recommend Mahiboob as that she has helped me regain clarity in my goals and in getting myself better mentally.
Written on Sep 23, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, relationship issues, and self esteem
This is my first time with BetterHelp and Mahiboob has been absolutely wonderful! I came in with a checklist of things I've wanted to tackle and we have started the process of working through things one by one. The way she helps me is so relatable yet also she doesn't hesitate to tell me what I need to hear! Mahiboob is a great listener and takes good care to understand the issues I face as well beforehand to offer the best advice to move forward! She's great, I adore her!
Written on Sep 20, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, and intimacy-related issues
I’m so glad I ran into Mahiboob. She is a great listener and is good at pointing at things and making you realise some things about the situation you are going through.
I would highly recommend her.
Written on Sep 15, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Mahiboon is very professional and has lots of experience with this field. She makes you feel very comfortable to talk about your concerns. She has more problem solving approach and has helped me through my difficulties. I would highly recommend her to anyone who is going to mental trauma or any difficulties in their life.
Written on Sep 06, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and family conflicts
Mahiboob has a calming demeanor that helps to create an easy space to share about yourself . Her assistance of setting positive weekly goals is greatly appreciated.
Written on Sep 03, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, anger management, and adhd
I feel super comfortable sharing with Mahiboob. She is really personable and easy to get along with, it doesn’t feel like you’re speaking to a stranger. It’s the first time I haven’t been on edge going to a therapist/ coach. Would absolutely recommend.
Written on Aug 30, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
Mahiboob really listens to your concerns and gives you personal advice based on her experience. It really makes you feel as if she understands you completely and that you are not alone. She really interacts with you. She is an admirable therapist which you can look up to! I really recommend her.
Written on Aug 25, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, and self esteem
Mahiboob is really supportive and compassionate person. she makes me feel good about myself and actively listens to my concern even. The way she talks with me makes me feel like I can relax and be myself not only with her but also around others.
Written on Aug 23, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and self esteem
Mahiboob has been really supportive and understanding and patient. Set good goals. I would recommend her.
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, self esteem, coping with life changes, and compassion fatigue
With a combination of insight, patience and humour, Mahiboob guided me through the coaching process.
Within two sessions, I was clearer and knew which steps I needed to take to move forward. She is easy to talk to, is an excellent listener and above all is non-judgemental.
Working with Mahiboob as my life coach has certainly exceeded my expectations.
Written on Aug 15, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
She is very nice and a very good listener. She tries to listen everything and than give you her expertise. Her expertises Really help me out .I strongly recommend to give her a chance
Written on Jul 27, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, and relationship issues
Mahiboob understands. I think she’s wonderful and has helped me so much. I’m deeply grateful. It’s a lifeline.
Written on Jul 18, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning family conflicts
I am Grateful to have Mahiboob as my therapist. In just four sessions she has helped me gain clarity on how achieve my short term goals. This is helping me overcome my self doubt and limiting beliefs which often hold me back. She is very caring and down to earth. I believe with her help I will work through my self sabotaging behavior which will enable me to live a fuller happier life.
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, compassion fatigue, and adhd
I had tried another therapist on BetterHelp before, but it didn't work out. When I found Mahiboob's profile, I thought I would give the platform a second chance. I am glad I did because she is the right fit for me. Her understanding of Indian culture, active listening skills, and truly positive attitude help me feel deeply understood.
Mahiboob is an excellent coach. She is comprehensive, very caring and holistic. Her advice and strategies have helped me in the few short weeks of our time together. She's never rushed during a session, is extremely attentive and seeks to help across a huge variety of aspects of my life. Often I wonder how she can keep up with the complexity of certain emotions, events and relationships I bring up!
Written on Jul 12, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, eating disorders, and anger management
I have had two session with Mahiboob thus far and she has been such a great listener and easy to talk to. As a first generation Asian-American, I also very much appreciate the fact that she takes into account the cultural components I bring to our discussions. She has been reassuring, transparent, and insightful. I look forward to my future sessions with her
Written on Jul 07, 2022 after therapy with Mahiboob for 1 week on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, self esteem, and adhd
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