Dr. Ami Shah

Hello, I’m Dr. Shah! The goal in therapy is to become the best version of yourself. My clinical specialties include working with adult and older adult clients with anxiety, depression, acute and chronic pain, trauma, grief and loss, anger and stress management, relationship stress, and caregiver distress (including caregivers of loved ones with TBI, dementia). Additionally, I am passionate about exploring and treating unique stressors associated with late-life to promote positive aging.

Within our larger South Asian community, my goal is to both raise awareness to and reduce stigma associated with seeking psychotherapy, and explore the emotional challenges faced by many South Asians attempting to balance Western and Eastern philosophies of living and the impact on physical and emotional wellbeing.  As we each learn to adapt to cultural globalization moderated by social media and the like, it is becoming increasingly important for us to stay connected with our loved ones while learning to preserve each of our individual identities, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.

Please email me if you are interested in scheduling a 15-minute complimentary phone/video consultation.

**Telehealth guidelines note –I am a New York State licensed psychologist and provide teletherapy (video sessions) at this time.  As per NY state board for telehealth practice, regardless of your state of residence, as long as sessions take place while you are physically located in NY state, that is acceptable.   If you have any questions, please email me. I look forward to hearing from you! 

**Pre-Surgical Psychology Evaluation for Pain Treatment – I am accepting new clients in need of a pre-surgical psychology evaluation for pain treatment and am in-network with original Medicare and NY Worker’s Compensation.