Anika Banu (She/Her)

Accepting Clients

My goal as your therapist is to support and empower you to focus on your strengths in order to become the best version of yourself possible.

Licensed Mental Health Counselor in NY, NY

Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen

About My Clients

My goal as your therapist is to support and empower you to focus on your strengths in order to become the best version of yourself possible. I help my clients cope with the psychological and emotional difficulties that underlie our unhealthy thoughts and behaviors. I am multi-culturally trained to work with people from diverse backgrounds. I ensure that regardless of sex, race, orientation, each client is treated equally and with respect in a safe, welcoming environment.

My Background and Approach

I have experience working with children, teens and adults. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, work-related stress, and life transitions. I utilize evidence-based methods such as CBT, Person-Centered, and mindfulness-based solutions. My therapeutic approach is individualized for each client, based on your specific needs.I look forward to getting to know you and supporting you throughout your process.

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) Person-Centered (Rogerian)
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Coaching
  • Existential Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Solution Focused Brief Therapy
  • Person-Centered (Rogerian)
  • Music Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
ADHD Therapists Anxiety Depression
Other Issues
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Adoption Issues
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Attachment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorder
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Career Counseling
  • Child Issues
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Insomnia
  • Marriage Counseling
  • Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD)
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Self-Esteem
  • Systemic Oppression Therapy
  • Teen Issues
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Cigna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • United Healthcare
  • Excellus Blue Cross Blue Shield
I offer online counseling in the following states:
I have experience with the following
  • Atheism
  • Buddhism
  • Christianity
  • Hinduism
  • Islam
  • Sikhism
  • Interfaith
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 8 years of practice
  • Languages: English
  • Rate: $100 - 200/session

Reach out to Anika