About Rashmi Umarji
Focus areas
Anxiety
Burnout
Life Transition
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Depression
Relationship Struggles
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Families
Adults (25-64)
Couples
Seniors (65+)
Groups
Treatment approaches
Art Therapy
Cognitive Processing (CPT)
Attachment-based
Compassion Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Culturally Sensitive
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
QueerEthnicity
Asian
Languages spoken
English
Getting to know Rashmi Umarji
I am a psychotherapist with a background as a yoga teacher, licensed esthetician, and artist, and I view social work as a natural extension of my long-standing commitment to mental health advocacy, self-care, and embodied well-being. My work is rooted in the belief that joy, contentment, and ease are not luxuries, but states of being that historically and presently disenfranchised communities deserve consistent access to.
As a first-generation South Asian American, I am especially committed to working with other South Asians and expanding access to culturally attuned mental health care. My approach is informed by psychodynamic and cognitive-behavioral frameworks, while drawing eclectically from feminist theory, queer scholarship, indigenous wisdom, humanism, and somatic-based practices. I bring creativity, sensitivity, body-based awareness, neurodivergence, and a queer, multicultural lens into the therapeutic space to support meaningful, sustainable healing.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Working with me means entering a therapeutic relationship that centers safety, curiosity, and your innate capacity for growth. I bring my full presence into sessions—my creativity, attentiveness, and respect for the sacredness of witnessing your inner world. Therapy is not about fixing or pathologizing you; it’s about creating the conditions for your gifts to emerge and your authentic self to take up more space in your life.
I am especially attuned to the experiences of women and femme-identified individuals, LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC communities, first-generation individuals, and those navigating chronic illness, burnout, identity exploration, and life transitions. I believe that the strength of our work together lies in the trust we build, the rapport we cultivate, and our shared commitment to your healing and expansion.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Our work typically begins with developing a strong therapeutic foundation—getting to know your history, relationships, values, and what feels most present for you now. Early sessions focus on building trust, clarifying goals, and understanding patterns that may be contributing to distress or disconnection.
As therapy continues, I take an eclectic and collaborative approach, often integrating parts work and Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic awareness, mindfulness, and psychodynamic exploration. When appropriate or desired, I invite creative expression into the process, including narrative work, art-based techniques, meditation, and movement.
A core value guiding my work is a decolonial perspective, which means remaining deeply committed to ongoing (un)learning, self-reflection, and accountability around identity, power, and privilege. Therapy is paced with care and flexibility, regularly checking in to ensure that our work continues to feel supportive, meaningful, and aligned with your evolving needs.
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Rashmi Umarji, LMSW has +24 in-network plans.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Ongoing session: $125-250 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
- Files your insurance claim: You pay the session fee upfront and the provider files the claim for you, so you can get reimbursed directly without worrying about the paperwork
- Charges post-reimbursement amount: This provider will only charge you for the amount you pay after you get reimbursed from your insurance plan, so you don’t need to pay the session fee upfront
Office location
Rashmi Umarji, LMSW also offers online video visits for patients
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Yeshiva University, Master's in Clinical Social Work
NPI number
1457223208
How soon can I make an appointment with Rashmi Umarji?
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Is Rashmi Umarji accepting new patients?
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What practice does Rashmi Umarji work with?
Rashmi Umarji works with Sunflower Psychotherapy.
Where is Rashmi Umarji's office located?
Rashmi Umarji has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Rashmi Umarji's profile.
What are common reasons for patients to see Rashmi Umarji?
Rashmi Umarji frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Rashmi Umarji on their profile.
What languages does Rashmi Umarji speak?
Rashmi Umarji speaks English.