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Nasir Ahmed

Nasir Ahmed

LCSW

New York

Change through practical, strengths-based therapy

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At a glance

Credentials
LCSW
License
LCSW, New York / R077583-1
Experience
22 years
Languages
English, Bengali
Location
New York

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    • Motivational Interviewing
    • CBT and DBT methods
    • Bilingual English Bengali

    About Nasir

    Nasir Ahmed is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 22 years of experience. He speaks English and Bengali and helps people who are feeling stuck because of stress, anxiety, depression, relationship strain, trauma, addiction, anger, parenting challenges, or low self-esteem. He also has experience with bipolar mood concerns and obsessive-compulsive patterns.

    People often come to him after life changes, painful events, or when other efforts haven’t helped. He treats moments when daily life feels stalled as the place to begin practical work. Sessions focus on clear goals, small steps, and using a person’s strengths to move forward.

    His style is collaborative and direct. He listens, gives straightforward feedback, and helps people practice skills between meetings. Motivational Interviewing is one of the approaches he draws on to help people find internal reasons to change.

    Nasir also uses cognitive behavioral methods to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and dialectical behavior ideas to teach emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. When trauma is part of the story, he includes trauma-focused approaches and mindfulness techniques to ease symptoms and build coping options.

    He emphasizes creating a calm, accepting space where people can try new ways of thinking and acting. The work is practical and goal-oriented, with attention to everyday challenges like parenting, relationship conflict, and managing impulsivity. He welcomes conversations in English or Bengali and works with people in New York and beyond.

  2. How these approaches fit into online therapy

    Nasir draws on Motivational Interviewing to help people clarify their own reasons to change and build momentum. That approach uses open questions and reflection to bring out motivation and resolve mixed feelings about making changes.

    He also uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and patterns, then test new ways of thinking and behaving. CBT is useful for anxiety, depression, panic, and many everyday problems. Dialectical Behavior Therapy elements are used to teach emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness skills when emotions feel overwhelming.

    Finding the right approach is a team effort. He will work with each person to decide which methods match their goals, comfort level, and pace. Sessions often combine ideas from different approaches rather than sticking to a single method.

    The biography does not list specific session formats, so confirm options before booking. Online therapy can make it easier to fit sessions into a busy life, avoid travel, and have shorter check-ins when schedules are tight. It can also let people meet from another city when international arrangements make in-person visits impractical. Discuss format and scheduling when you set up your first appointment to find what works best.

  4. Areas of expertise

    Primary focus

    Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseDepression

    Also works with

    AddictionsParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemBipolar disorder

    Additional focus areas

    Domestic violenceFamily problemsImpulsivityIsolation / lonelinessMood disordersObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSocial anxiety and phobia

    Therapeutic approaches

    Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingTrauma-Focused Therapy

    Experience

    22+ years

    Listed in

    New York

    Languages

    English, Bengali

  5. Frequently asked questions

    What concerns does he address?

    He supports people dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, relationship and family strain, trauma and abuse, addictions, parenting challenges, anger, low self-esteem, and bipolar mood concerns.

    How would you describe his therapeutic approach?

    His style is collaborative and practical. He listens, gives feedback, and focuses on skills and small steps people can use between sessions.

    What kind of experience does he have?

    He has 22 years of clinical experience working with diverse clients and a wide range of concerns, including domestic violence, OCD, panic, and post-traumatic stress.

    What credentials and location are listed?

    He holds an LCSW credential and is licensed in New York.

    Which languages are offered and can international clients connect?

    Sessions are offered in English and Bengali, and he accepts international clients.

    What session formats are available?

    The original biography does not list specific session formats; please confirm current session options before booking.

    How is cost handled?

    Cost varies with location and therapist availability, and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

    How do I start a first session?

    Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability.

  6. Online talk therapy is not emergency or medical care. Stopping or cutting down alcohol or other drugs can be unsafe without medical advice. In immediate danger? Crisis numbers

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