Samruddhi (Sam) Prabhudesai

Therapist, MHC-LP

Locations: New York (Virtual)

Insurance: Aetna, Cigna, Allied Benefit Systems – Aetna, Self-Pay (Out of Pocket)

Languages: English, Hindi, Marathi

Availability: Has a waitlist, join the waitlist here.

Out-of-network rate: $150 per session (sliding scale pricing on a case-by-case basis)

Book a free 15 minute consultation, please email: samp@stridespsychotherapy.com

Sam is a compassionate and skilled mental health counselor with three years of experience providing individual therapy and five years working with groups. She has worked with clients across the lifespan, from young children to older adults, helping them navigate challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, substance-related issues, and life transitions. Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), she also integrates mindfulness techniques to support emotional well-being. Additionally, as a Level 1 Gottman Method couples' therapist, she helps partners strengthen communication, rebuild trust, and deepen emotional connections.

With a deep commitment to multicultural counseling, Sam creates an inclusive, affirming space where clients of all backgrounds feel valued and understood. She takes an eclectic and individualized approach, tailoring treatment plans to each client's unique needs. Her therapeutic style incorporates elements of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Motivational Interviewing, and Mentalization-Based Treatment, ensuring a well-rounded and personalized experience. Whether working with children as young as six, adolescents navigating identity and self-esteem challenges, or adults seeking fulfillment and balance, Sam fosters an environment of warmth, safety, and growth.

"The upkeep of one's mental health is of the utmost importance, and being a therapist isn't a job; it's a calling that excites and motivates me to go above and beyond with clients. My sessions are not just clinical interactions but warm conversations held in a safe space. Unyielding support, empathy, connectedness, and peace are at the core of this space. During our first session, we will discuss your experiences and which issue(s) you would like help with. We then look to curate a treatment plan with short- and long-term goals that we mutually work upon."