- 22 years experience
- English and Bengali
- New York based LCSW
About Nasir
Nasir Ahmed is a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) based in New York who speaks English and Bengali. He brings 22 years of practice to people facing stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family concerns, parenting challenges, anger, trauma and abuse, and addictions. He also addresses mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive issues, panic, isolation, and domestic violence concerns.
He aims for a practical, hands-on approach. Sessions focus on building new skills, shifting unhelpful thoughts, and trying different strategies until something works. He emphasizes collaboration and invites people to shape the work based on their goals and pace.
During sessions he listens and offers clear feedback and support. He works to help people feel heard and accepted while also helping them practice tools for managing strong emotions and impulsive reactions. He encourages simple, doable steps between meetings so progress can be measured.
Nasir uses a mix of therapies depending on the problem. He draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to change patterns of thinking and behavior, dialectical skills to manage intense emotions, and trauma-focused methods when past events affect daily life. Mindfulness and motivational interviewing are also part of his toolbox for strengthening coping and motivation.
People who want to begin are invited to complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule sessions through the Start Therapy button. He works with clients from varied cultural and linguistic backgrounds and welcomes conversations in English or Bengali to make therapy more accessible.
How chosen therapies can work online
CBT, or cognitive behavioral therapy, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavioral changes to reduce anxiety, depression, and mood symptoms. It gives concrete exercises and homework to practice between sessions.DBT, dialectical behavior therapy, teaches skills for tolerating distress, managing intense emotions, and improving interpersonal effectiveness. It is useful when impulsivity, anger, or frequent emotional spikes interfere with daily life.
Trauma-focused therapy helps people address the impact of past events on current feelings and behavior, using structured techniques to reduce the hold of traumatic memories and symptoms.
Choosing the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will talk with each person about their goals, needs, and what methods feel like the best fit, and then tailor the plan together. This is a collaborative process that may blend techniques over time.
Confirm the exact session formats before booking; the biography does not list specific formats. Online work can make it easier to fit appointments into busy days, allow shorter check-ins when schedules demand, and reduce travel time. Therapists can also adapt exercises to use during or between sessions so therapy fits everyday life and responsibilities.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Bengali
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does he help with?
Nasir supports people with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family issues, parenting struggles, trauma and abuse, addictions, anger, self-esteem, and bipolar-related concerns. He also works with problems like obsessive-compulsive symptoms, panic attacks, social anxiety, isolation, and domestic violence matters.
What is his therapeutic style like?
He uses a collaborative, proactive style that focuses on practical skills and clear feedback. Sessions aim to make people feel heard while trying concrete strategies they can use between meetings.
How much experience does he have?
He has 22 years of clinical experience working with people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds on a wide range of concerns.
Where is he based and what are his credentials?
He practices in New York and holds an LCSW credential listed as NY LCSW.
Which languages are offered during sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Bengali to accommodate bilingual clients.
Can international clients work with him?
He accepts international clients, so people located outside the United States can inquire about working together.
How are fees and payment handled?
Costs vary with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time. Exact fees are provided during the sign-up and matching process.
What are the first steps to begin therapy?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.