Shanjida Hoq, M.S. Ed., MHC, Mental Health Counselor in Forest Hills, NY

Shanjida Hoq (she/her)

M.S. Ed., MHC
Accepting Clients

I am a pre-licensed mental health counselor, under supervision by LMHC-D, LPC, ACS

Mental Health Counselor in Forest Hills, NY
Supervised by Adiasha Richards-Thornhill, LMHC-D, LPC, ACS

Services
  • Individual
  • Family
  • Child
  • Adolescent/Teen
  • Group

About My Clients

I am a mental health counselor specializing in working with people who speak বাংলা from all ages, including children on the autism spectrum, adults with special abilities, individuals who identify as BIPOC, and LGBTQiA+ I have 10+ years experience as a school counselor, autism therapist, psychiatric volunteer, admin assistant, & summer camp counselor. I understand that life can become overwhelming in stressful times, along with deep-rooted trauma. My work here is to support your healing process

My Background and Approach

I have accumulated 10 years of professional knowledge from school, home, & hospital settings working with children and families providing ABA therapy. I provide client-centered therapy with an AEDP framework, then utilize specific therapeutic interventions as I see fit. With unconditional positive regard, active listening skills, and being mindful of the present, you will notice feelings and memories that are coming up for you in the moment. We will process each emotion, simplifying it into steps; with one session and breath at a time. During our first session, I will get to know you and your reason for seeking services. We will create treatment objectives together, then work on your goals with each session. My former clients have expressed that they experienced significant progress over the course of our extensive time working together. Our goal thereafter is to maintain peace for self.

My Personal Beliefs and Interests

I attend Bengali Mental Health Movement events and workshops led by Tazin Bano, LCSW I work with a culturally-responsive approach with multicultural folks, with great understanding and knowledge of the African-American experience. I provide gender-affirming care for individuals identifying as LGBTQiA+

Techniques I Use

Specialties
Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) Person-Centered (Rogerian) Somatic Therapy: Body-Based Healing for Emotional Trauma
Other Techniques
  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Anger Management Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Attachment Theory
  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
  • Culturally Sensitive Therapy
  • Dance / Movement Therapy
  • Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Family Systems
  • Gestalt Therapy
  • Holistic Therapy
  • Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT)
  • Motivational Interviewing
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Play Therapy
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Trauma Therapy
  • Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP)
  • Music Therapy
  • Reality Therapy

Issues I Treat

Specialties
Autism Spectrum Disorder Child Issues Grief or Loss
Other Issues
  • Abuse
  • Addiction
  • ADHD Therapists
  • Aging Concerns
  • Alzheimer's
  • Anger Issues
  • Anxiety
  • Body Image Issues
  • Burnout
  • Cancer
  • Career Counseling
  • Depression
  • Historical/ Intergenerational Trauma
  • Infertility
  • Intellectual Disability
  • Learning Disorders
  • LGBTQ-Friendly Therapists
  • Parenting
  • Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Racial Identity
  • Self-Esteem
  • Sexual Abuse or Assault
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Women's Issues
Insurance Plans Accepted
  • Aetna
  • Cigna
  • Optum
  • TRICARE
  • United Behavioral Health (UBH)
  • Oxford Health Plan
  • Healthfirst
  • MagnaCare
  • MetroPlus
  • Evernorth
  • UMR - United Medical Resources
  • Oscar Health
  • 1199 SEIU
I have experience with the following
  • Islam
  • Multifaith

At A Glance

  • Experience: 14 years of practice
  • Rate: $170 - 250/session

Info

Email Shanjida
118-35 Queens Blvd
Forest Hills, NY 11375

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