What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.88
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.91
“I can’t recommend my Nusrat highly enough. In a surprisingly short time, she helped me reach a place that once felt completely out of reach. What seemed impossible before now feels not only achievable, but real and sustainable.
She has a rare ability to balance genuine warmth and deep understanding with practical, tactical strategies that actually work. Every session feels both supportive and productive. I feel heard, but also guided with clear tools I can apply in my everyday life.
If you’re looking for someone who truly gets it while also helping you make meaningful progress, she’s exactly that person.”
RKLess than 1 month ago
“I can’t recommend my Nusrat highly enough. In a surprisingly short time, she helped me reach a place that once felt completely out of reach. What seemed impossible before now feels not only achievable, but real and sustainable.
She has a rare ability to balance genuine warmth and deep understanding with practical, tactical strategies that actually work. Every session feels both supportive and productive. I feel heard, but also guided with clear tools I can apply in my everyday life.
If you’re looking for someone who truly gets it while also helping you make meaningful progress, she’s exactly that person.
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RKLess than 1 month ago
About Nusrat Siraj
Focus areas
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
Low Self Esteem
Adjustment Disorder
Domestic Violence
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Anxiety
Life Transition
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Motivational Interviewing
Culturally Sensitive
Person-Centered
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
StraightFaith
MuslimEthnicity
Asian
Languages spoken
Bengali, English
Getting to know Nusrat Siraj
If you’ve been through tough times—whether it’s dealing with trauma, struggling with anxiety or depression, feeling stuck in unhealthy relationship patterns, or having a hard time setting boundaries—you don’t have to face it alone. I’m here to support you. I work with caring, empathetic people who often carry guilt and self-blame in their relationships, helping them find balance, confidence, and a sense of peace. Together, we’ll explore your emotions, heal past wounds, and develop healthy coping skills to navigate life’s challenges. We’ll work on recognizing your triggers and understanding their effects, empowering you to respond with calmness, composure, and self-compassion. Let’s rediscover your inner strength, build healthier relationships, and create a life filled with joy and fulfillment. I hold a Master’s in Mental Health Counseling from the University at Albany, which equips me with the knowledge and skills to guide you through this journey.
What should a new client know about working with you?
In therapy with me, you can expect a strong therapeutic relationship built on trust and openness. I create a supportive environment where you can freely explore your concerns. Together, we'll set clear goals to address challenges like anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions. Many clients notice improvements in their emotional well-being after about 6-7 sessions. We'll collaborate on implementing strategies and gaining insights that lead to positive changes in your life.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
As a licensed therapist with years of professional experience, I have developed a strong conviction that every individual possesses the intrinsic ability to determine what is best for them.
Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I empower clients to reshape negative thoughts and behaviors, providing effective coping skills for depression, anxiety, and stress. I offer Culturally Sensitive Therapy, tailoring approaches to honor each client's cultural identity, and enhancing therapeutic outcomes. With Trauma-Informed Care, I create a safe environment for healing from PTSD and ASD, guiding clients toward empowerment and recovery sensitively and effectively.
My ultimate goal is to empower my clients to discover their strengths, acknowledge their legacy, and overcome their limitations, utilizing a range of therapy techniques that are tailored to their individual needs.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $200 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 45 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
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I appreciate your patience in completing these steps. Each one helps set the foundation for a seamless and effective therapy experience. Thank you for taking this step toward your well-being and healing—I look forward to working with you.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- University at Albany, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1336688977
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.88
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
4.91
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I can’t recommend my Nusrat highly enough. In a surprisingly short time, she helped me reach a place that once felt completely out of reach. What seemed impossible before now feels not only achievable, but real and sustainable.
She has a rare ability to balance genuine warmth and deep understanding with practical, tactical strategies that actually work. Every session feels both supportive and productive. I feel heard, but also guided with clear tools I can apply in my everyday life.
If you’re looking for someone who truly gets it while also helping you make meaningful progress, she’s exactly that person.
Less than 1 month agoRK
I can’t recommend my Nusrat highly enough. In a surprisingly short time, she helped me reach a place that once felt completely out of reach. What seemed impossible before now feels not only achievable, but real and sustainable.
She has a rare ability to balance genuine warmth and deep understanding with practical, tactical strategies that actually work. Every session feels both supportive and productive. I feel heard, but also guided with clear tools I can apply in my everyday life.
If you’re looking for someone who truly gets it while also helping you make meaningful progress, she’s exactly that person.
Less than 1 month agoRK
Nusrat is amazing. Incredibly kind, thoughtful, and impactful. I feel seen, supported, and actually understood in our sessions. 10/10 recommend!
Less than 3 months agoIM
Nusrat has helped me acquire the tools and mindset to navigate so many important aspects of my life as a South Asian woman navigating my mid / late 20s. Myself and even my loved ones have seen so much growth since I started my sessions with her. So happy came across Nusrat and would highly recommend!
Less than 6 months agoZN
I really liked working with Nusrat. She is very prompt, listens to my thoughts very carefully, and gives thoughtful answers. I really appreciated her knowledge balances with the nuances of my culture.
Less than 6 months agoSH
Nusrat has been amazing. She is a great listener, very understanding, and it was easy to establish a rapport with her. She has given me a plethora of tools tailored to my needs. She will give you therapy homework in the form of practicing the tools she presents. I found this very helpful as motivation for practicing the tools. I cannot recommend her enough.
Less than 1 year agoMD
Nursat is a great listener and is very curious to understand me / guide me to be more introspective. I appreciate the resources and takeaway activities she provides!
More than 1 year agoNS
Nusrat is insightful, patient and a great listener. She's someone who genuinely cares about creating realistic and positive results in my life.
More than 1 year agoFR
Nusrat was a great councelor for a first session
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Nusrat is an amazing mental health provider! I have been seeing her for over six months and I can truly see improvements in my mental health. I found her during a major life transition, and during our time together she has helped me improve my emotional regulation, develop healthy coping skills, and address my interpersonal relationships in a healthy manner.
As a second-generation South Asian American, I was specifically looking for a South Asian therapist. I wanted a mutual understanding of culture without needing to explain the background or intricacies or have my therapist "downplay" or negatively compare my culture to America's "independent and free" culture. Nusrat far exceeded my expectations. Coming from the same background, she can empathize and offer insightful discussions on South Asian culture. If you want a therapist with cultural competence (whether you are South Asian or not) I have no doubt Nusrat is a great option!
More than 1 year agoNS
I've learned so much from my sessions with Nusrat and would highly recommend her to anyone going through a challenging time. She is incredibly warm, welcoming, and creates a safe space where I feel heard and supported. Her guidance has made a meaningful difference in my life.
More than 1 year agoAV
I can’t be more grateful for finding Nusrat Siraj! Starting therapy can be difficult but she made it easy to return by consistently providing a safe place for vulnerability and self reflection. Never did think that I’d have an optimistic outlook on life or myself but through genuine care and understanding, she has helped me create a path to self love and happiness.
More than 1 year agoCG
Nusrat is incredibly kind and patient and talks to you with ease. I felt very relaxed and understood talking to her. She tries her best to ensure she has absorbed every facet of your situation before sharing her thoughts. As an immigrant, it helps a lot that I do not need to waste precious time explaining the unique nature of my problems to her; she approaches therapy from the exact
perspective I need.
More than 1 year agoIJ
Ms. Siraj is a great listener and offers very useful advice to me so I can better maintain my own work-life balance and support my wife with her work-life balance.
More than 1 year agoAR
Nusrat has been a wonderful counselor to work with. She listens carefully, is smart, and clearly a bright professional.
I was struggling with setting boundaries within my relationship, and felt like my needs weren’t met. By talking about these issues with Nusrat, I felt understood, she guided me in understanding how previous trauma was behind all of this, and we worked towards creating better coping and communication skills. I am way more satisfied with my relationship than I could have ever imagined, and I am so grateful for Nusrat’s help.
I wouldn’t hesitate to book your first appointment with her, she is fantastic!
More than 1 year agoSK
Nusrat is very attentive to client's needs and shows her genuine care and support. Nusrat is professional, culturally sensitive and compassionate. She develops personalized care for her clients and cultivates meaningful partnerships with clients on their healing journey.
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What practice does Nusrat Siraj work with?
Nusrat Siraj works with Empower Haven.
What are common reasons for patients to see Nusrat Siraj?
Nusrat Siraj frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Nusrat Siraj on their profile.
What languages does Nusrat Siraj speak?
Nusrat Siraj speaks English, Hindi, Urdu, and Bengali.
How do patients rate Nusrat Siraj in reviews?
25 patients have reviewed Nusrat Siraj. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.88/5. They have a 4.91/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.