MAHAM RAJA
East Meadow,N.Y.
Summary
Dedicated Mental Health Counselor with several years of experience in delivering inpatient and outpatient services. Skilled in developing safe environments that foster trust and open communication. Knowledgeable in creating personalized treatment plans and enhancing community-based education initiatives to support patient well-being.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Counselor / Therapist
TherapyMyWay
Plainview, NY
10.2025 - 09.2026
- Provided individual psychotherapy to clients aged 7–65 presenting with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, personality-related concerns, interpersonal difficulties, and other behavioral and emotional concerns.
- Conducted in-person and telehealth psychotherapy sessions to improve client access to mental health support.
- Utilized evidence-informed interventions including CBT, DBT-informed techniques, psychodynamic psychotherapy, mindfulness, and emotion-regulation strategies.
- Developed individualized treatment plans, clinical goals, and progress documentation to guide effective treatment and facilitate discharge planning.
- Collaborated with parents, schools, and community providers to enhance treatment planning and ensure continuity of care.
- Provided couples counseling focused on communication, conflict resolution, emotional awareness, and relationship functioning.
- Engaged in clinical supervision sessions with Dr. Fred Holtz to enhance professional skills.
Intern
J.W. Dodd Middle School
Freeport
01.2022 - 01.2023
- During my training at Dodd, I gained insights into the needs of the diverse community. Collaborated with families and communities, engaged in professional development, and created parent training materials to support diverse student needs. Participated in restorative practices and manifestation hearings, supporting immigrant and non-English proficient individuals facing socio-emotional challenges. Provided one-on-one and group interventions, conducted assessments, and improved Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA) to enhance student achievement and academic rigor.
- Supported classroom teachers with lesson preparation and daily instructional materials.
- Assisted middle school students during classroom activities and supervised transitions.
- Organized student files, handouts, and office records for school staff.
Intern
Baldwin Middle School
Baldwin
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Coordinated efforts among faculty, administration, and parents to enhance student welfare.
- Supported teachers with classroom materials and daily lesson preparation at middle school
- Assisted students with assignments, questions, and hallway guidance throughout school day
Intern
New Hyde Memorial High School
Floral Park
09.2021 - 06.2022
- During internship at NHM (HS), provided individual counseling and conducted psychological and educational assessments within student support services. Led comprehensive psychoeducational evaluations and coordinated with teachers and parents to address learning and behavioral needs.
- Supported J.W. Dodd Middle School teachers with classroom preparation and daily materials
Extern
Winchester Community Mental Health Center
Winchester, Virginia
02.2021 - 05.2021
- Facilitated individual and group counseling sessions during training, personalizing support to meet diverse client needs.
- Evaluated clients of various ages and diagnostic profiles, focusing on internalizing disorders with affective symptoms and externalizing disorders like ADHD.
- Developed individualized treatment strategies combining art therapy, trauma-focused therapy, CBT, client-centered therapy, and psychodynamic methods to support addiction recovery, childhood trauma, and enhance overall well-being.
Extern
Psychological Services Long Island
Hicksville, NY
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Delivered individual therapeutic counseling during externship at PSLI under the guidance of Dr. Fred Holtz.
Managed telehealth and in-person sessions for adolescents and adults age 14+ facing depression, anxiety, panic attacks, and relationship issues.
Maintained secure, therapeutic environment that supported coping skill development and stronger daily functioning.
Trainee
South Oaks Hospital
, NY
10.2017 - 11.2018
- Conducted psychosocial assessments and developed comprehensive treatment plans under the guidance of a supervisor while supporting patient discharges and establishing communication with outpatient settings to facilitate smooth community transitions.
Intern
GLOBAL WELFARE ORGANIZATION
Lahore, Pakistan
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Participated in workshops, such as the 'Addiction Rehab Program,' under the supervision of Dr. Zafar Iqbal, and facilitated free counseling sessions to promote awareness.
Executive Member
BEACONHOUSE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY PLAN 9 ENTREPRENEURIAL SOCIETY
Lahore
01.2015 - 12.2015
- Contributed to the development of Pakistan's largest incubator and managed the society's social media, while coordinating meetings with organizations like Ted X.
Intern
OASIS TRUST SCHOOL OF AUTISM
Lahore
07.2013 - 08.2013
- Worked as an internee at OASIS Trust School of Autism, I had the opportunity to learn the various methodologies that are applied there to empower the learning ability of each child from learning how to administer Picture Exchange Communication System (PECS), to other treatment based educational (TEACH) guidelines and also Applied Behavioral Analysis (ABA).
Intern
SERVICES INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
Lahore
05.2013 - 06.2013
- Interned at Services Hospital, psychiatry department, for one month under supervision of Prof. Dr. Muhammad Nasar Sayeed, H.O.D of psychiatry and behavioral sciences; developed skills and techniques including occupational therapy fundamentals, CBT, EEG report writing, and history writing.
- Supported teachers with classroom activities at middle school campus.
Education
Doctoral - Derner School of PsyD Program
Adelphi University
Garden City01-2026
Masters - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Long Island University (CW. Post)
Brookville01-2018
Masters - Clinical Psychology
Beaconhouse National University
Lahore, Pakistan01-2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) -
University of Punjab
Lahore, Pakistan01-2012
Skills
Psychotherapy
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
Behavioral therapy
Crisis intervention
- Diagnostic evaluation
Treatment planning
Telehealth
Collaborative work
- Cultural competency
Personal Information
Title: Doctoral student of Derner School of PsyD. Program.
Achievements and Accomplishment's
Distinction Award for Outstanding Research in Thesis in Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Clinical and Counselling Psychology from Beaconhouse National University, Lahore, Pakistan., Distinguished Performance Award in Clinical mental health counselling from the Program of Clinical Mental Health Counseling, LIU POST University, NY., Division 16. Student Affiliates in School Psychology (SASP), Graduate SASP President, AU (2021-2023)
Timeline
Mental Health Counselor / Therapist
TherapyMyWay
10.2025 - 09.2026
Intern
J.W. Dodd Middle School
01.2022 - 01.2023
Intern
Baldwin Middle School
01.2022 - 01.2023
Intern
New Hyde Memorial High School
09.2021 - 06.2022
Extern
Winchester Community Mental Health Center
02.2021 - 05.2021
Extern
Psychological Services Long Island
08.2020 - 11.2020
Trainee
South Oaks Hospital
10.2017 - 11.2018
Intern
GLOBAL WELFARE ORGANIZATION
05.2016 - 07.2016
Executive Member
BEACONHOUSE NATIONAL UNIVERSITY PLAN 9 ENTREPRENEURIAL SOCIETY
01.2015 - 12.2015
Intern
OASIS TRUST SCHOOL OF AUTISM
07.2013 - 08.2013
Intern
SERVICES INSTITUTE OF MEDICAL SCIENCES
05.2013 - 06.2013
Doctoral - Derner School of PsyD Program
Adelphi University
Masters - Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Long Island University (CW. Post)
Masters - Clinical Psychology
Beaconhouse National University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A) -
University of Punjab