About

Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with approximately 20 years of experience supporting multicultural individuals through a wide range of life challenges. She is committed to helping people grow into the best version of themselves, with care that is grounded, encouraging, and focused on meaningful forward movement.

Her work includes supporting individuals, couples, and families who are navigating relationship concerns, stress, anxiety, depression, parenting challenges, women’s issues, and life coaching goals. Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan takes a person-centered approach, tailoring therapy to each client’s needs and drawing from multiple methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and a holistic perspective. Her style emphasizes what is happening in the present and builds practical steps that can help clients move toward a happier, healthier direction.

With extensive experience working across ethnicities and cultural backgrounds, she pays close attention to cultural context and aims to offer linguistically sensitive, culturally appropriate care that fits each client’s background and concerns. She values optimism and progress, welcoming an understanding of the past without getting stuck there, and she brings empathy along with a dash of humor to support clients as they work toward the future they want.
Location:
New York, United States
Years Experience:
20
Gender:
Female
Languages Spoken:
English, Hindi, Urdu
Therapist of Color:
Yes
Communication Options:
Phone • Video • Live Chat • Messaging

Specialties

Primary area of focus:Stress, Anxiety, Relationship issues, Family conflicts, Self esteem, Depression
Other areas of experience: Addictions, LGBT, Trauma and abuse, Sleeping disorders, Parenting issues, Anger management, Career difficulties, Coping with life changes, Coaching, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Blended family issues, Body image, Commitment issues, Communication problems, Control issues, Dependent personality, Divorce and separation, Domestic violence, Eating and food-related issues, Family of origin issues, Fatherhood issues, Fertility issues, Forgiveness, Immigration issues, Infidelity, Isolation / loneliness, Life purpose, Midlife crisis, Multicultural concerns, Postpartum depression, Self-love, Sex addiction, Sexuality, Workplace issues, Young adult issues
Therapeutic approach:Client-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy

Credentials & Verification

  • Credentials: NY LMHC 001453
  • NPI Number: 1801526082
  • License: LMHC (New York)

Therapeutic Approaches That Translate Well to Online Care

Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan draws from approaches that can be practical and supportive in an online setting. In Client-Centered Therapy, the focus is on understanding the client’s experience with warmth and respect, creating space to clarify what matters most and what needs to change. This can be especially helpful when stress, relationship strain, or life transitions leave someone feeling stuck.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) emphasizes noticing patterns between thoughts, feelings, and actions, then practicing new ways of responding. It is often used to build coping tools for concerns like anxiety, low mood, and day-to-day overwhelm. Mindfulness Therapy adds skills for steadying attention and relating differently to intense emotions, which can be useful when navigating stress, burnout, or difficult moments that keep repeating.

Finding the right approach is part of the process. Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan works collaboratively with clients to shape sessions around their goals, preferences, and what feels most useful right now, adjusting over time as needs evolve.

Online therapy can make it easier to stay consistent with support. Clients can connect through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, offering flexibility for busy schedules, travel, and different communication styles.

How much experience does Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan have?

Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan has 20 years of experience providing therapy and support to clients with a wide range of concerns.

Is Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan a licensed therapist?

Yes. Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan is a licensed therapist and holds the credential LMHC (Licensed Mental Health Counselor). License: NY LMHC 001453.

In which languages does Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan provide therapy?

Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan provides therapy in English, Hindi, and Urdu.

Where is Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan located?

Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan is located in New York.

How can I work with Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan as my therapist?

You can work with Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging, depending on what works best for your needs and scheduling.

Does Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan work with international clients?

Yes. Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan works with international clients.

How much does therapy with Mahiboob Syed-Vardhan cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.