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Nafisah Clay, LMHC

Stress, Anxiety Relationships Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes
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About me

I am a licensed mental health counselor with over 16 years of experience. I like to approach therapy with an individualized lens; tailored to meet the needs of my client. My style includes respect, empowerment and solution exploration. I have experience working with clients with a diverse range of concerns such as symptom management, relationship concerns, self-confidence, life transitions, grief, career concerns, grief and exploration of life goals. My style includes respect, empowerment and solution exploration. I have been trained in a range of modalities inclusive of motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy and strength-based therapy.

Your decision to explore therapy to help you navigate change, difficult feelings and/or behaviors can be the first step in embracing more overall wellness and life satisfaction. If you are ready to take the step, I am here to support you in your journey.

I look forward to working alongside you!

Professional experience

16 yrs in practice
Stress, Anxiety Relationships Self esteem, Motivation Depression Coping with life changes

Additional areas of focus: Family conflicts, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Intimacy-related issues, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Abandonment, Aging and geriatric issues, Attachment issues, Avoidant personality, Blended family issues, Body image, Caregiver issues and stress, Codependency, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Divorce and separation, Emptiness, Family of origin issues, Family problems, Fatherhood issues, Forgiveness, Guilt and shame, Impulsivity, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Jealousy, Life purpose, Men's issues, Money and financial issues, Mood disorders, Multicultural concerns, Panic disorder and panic attacks, Post-traumatic stress, Self-love, Sexuality, Social anxiety and phobia, Women's issues, Workplace issues, Young adult issues

Clinical approaches: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy

Services offered

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License information

NY LMHC 005694

Reviews

These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Nafisah Clay. 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.

Nafisha takes time to explore my own understanding of my issues. She cultivates a welcoming therapeutic experience which eases the natural worries that come with vulnerability.

Written on Jun 11, 2025 after therapy with Nafisah for 1 month on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, relationship issues, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, anger management, and coping with life changes

I’m not always in the best headspace going into therapy, but Nafisah meets me right where I am. She’s structured but not rigid, super attentive, and just gets it. I feel heard, not judged. She helps me untangle what’s weighing on me in a way that feels manageable. I leave each session breathing easier, feeling like myself again. I’m still figuring things out, but with her, it doesn’t feel so heavy.

Written on Mar 30, 2025 after therapy with Nafisah for 3 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, coping with life changes, coaching, and compassion fatigue

A true gem, and an overall stellar and through therapist. 5 stars, and highly recommend Dr Clay, your needs will be met, and you will feel seen and heard as well as given all necessary tools to tackle what's to come.

Written on Feb 24, 2025 after therapy with Nafisah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, family conflicts, grief, parenting issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Literal perfection.

Written on Mar 24, 2023 after therapy with Nafisah for 11 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, trauma and abuse, and anger management

Nafisah was a wonderful therapist. I wish I could’ve continued my treatment with her, but unfortunately, BetterHelp has commodified something as important as mental health. If you’re on this service and you can afford to keep it going, I strongly recommend you stick with her.

Written on May 12, 2022 after therapy with Nafisah for 4 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, career difficulties, and coping with life changes

Great listener. Makes you feel comfortable almost like talking to a friend.

Written on Apr 19, 2022 after therapy with Nafisah for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, intimacy-related issues, parenting issues, self esteem, and compassion fatigue