- CBT techniques
- Mindfulness practice
- Solution-focused work
About Rabaya
Rabaya Rahman is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) in New York with eight years of experience. She works with adults on stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family concerns, and anger. Sessions focus on practical steps people can use right away to manage intense feelings and navigate life changes.
Her approach centers on respectful, client-centered conversations. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and habits and to test small behavior changes. Solution-focused techniques help set short-term goals and build momentum.
Mindfulness practices are used to notice emotions without getting swept up by them. Motivational Interviewing supports people who are unsure about change, especially around substance use or other addictive patterns. Sessions tend to be interactive and goal-oriented rather than lengthy lectures.
Rabaya describes therapy as a collaborative process. She helps clients map out manageable steps and practices to try between sessions. Progress is tracked through clear, observable changes rather than abstract ideas.
She also attends to background issues like attachment, family of origin, blended family strain, caregiver stress, codependency, communication and control problems, guilt, and immigration-related stress. Those topics are woven into practical planning and skills practice rather than theoretical discussion.
Approaches that translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and working from the client's priorities. It helps when the main need is to be understood and to set realistic next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and breaks them into manageable tasks to practice between sessions. It is useful for anger tied to unhelpful thinking patterns and for testing new responses.Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with the client to choose methods that match their goals and comfort level. That means trying techniques, checking what helps, and adjusting plans together rather than prescribing a single method from the start.
The biography did not list specific session formats, so confirm which online options are offered before booking. Many people find virtual sessions easier to fit into a busy day, support consistent follow-up, and allow for quick check-ins when stress or anger spikes. Telephone sessions can be a shorter check-in with lower bandwidth, while video sessions allow for face-to-face interaction and skill practice. Ask about the available formats and how sessions can be scheduled to fit daily life.
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Experience
8+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does she help with?
She supports adults dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, grief, addictions, relationship and family issues, and anger.
What is her general therapy style?
Her style is client-centered and collaborative with a focus on practical steps and short-term goals.
How much experience does she have?
She has eight years of clinical experience working with a range of adult concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) licensed in New York and practices from that location.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats; confirm current session options before booking.
How are fees handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.