What patients are saying
Overall rating
5.00
Average wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
“Varsha is very patient and receptive and easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her for anyone who feels intimidating starting therapy for the first time or returning after a break. ”
TALess than 6 months ago
About Varsha Pahwa
Focus areas
Anxiety
Life Transition
Stress Management
Anxiety Disorder
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Counseling
Depression
Relationship Struggles
Clientele seen
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Adults (25-64)
Seniors (65+)
Treatment approaches
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Dialectical (DBT)
Brainspotting
Emotionally Focused
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Exposure Response Prevention
Identity
Gender
FemaleLanguages spoken
English
Getting to know Varsha Pahwa
Varsha Pahwa, LMHC, is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with over five years of experience providing evidence-based psychotherapy to individuals, adolescents, and families. She began her career in community mental-health and acute-care hospital settings, where she treated severe mood and thought disorders and developed strong skills in crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.
Varsha earned her M.S. in Mental Health Counseling from Queens College (CUNY) and has since worked as both a frontline clinician and a Functional Family Therapy (FFT) Supervisor, supporting therapists serving vulnerable youth and families throughout New York City. Her clinical training includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). She also incorporates mindfulness-based and strengths-focused approaches to support anxiety, depression, anger management, OCD, sleep difficulties, occupational burnout, and maternal mental-health concerns.
Varsha is committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive therapeutic environment. She believes therapy is most effective when it is collaborative and tailored to the individual. By blending structured skill-building with thoughtful exploration, she helps clients develop sustainable coping strategies, increase self-awareness, and make meaningful, lasting changes. Varsha currently provides secure telehealth services to clients in New York and New Jersey.
What should a new client know about working with you?
From the first interaction, clients can expect a collaborative, transparent, and supportive therapeutic relationship. Varsha balances warmth with direct feedback and encourages clients to take an active role in goal-setting and treatment planning.
Sessions may integrate CBT strategies for thought-reframing and behavioral change, DBT skills such as mindfulness and distress tolerance, and motivational interviewing to support readiness for change. Experiential tools—such as guided breathing, brief mindfulness practices, or between-session exercises—may also be incorporated when helpful. Treatment is always tailored to each client’s cultural background, strengths, and learning style. Varsha regularly checks in on progress and satisfaction with therapy to ensure the approach remains aligned with the client’s goals.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Treatment begins with a comprehensive assessment during the first one to two sessions, focusing on personal history, current concerns, and therapy goals. Together, Varsha and the client develop a clear treatment plan with specific, measurable objectives.
Most clients meet weekly via a secure telehealth platform, though frequency may be adjusted as needed. Sessions typically include a brief check-in, focused therapeutic work using evidence-based interventions, skills practice or reflection, and a summary with take-home strategies. Progress is monitored through ongoing feedback, standardized measures when appropriate, and regular goal reviews. As therapy progresses, Varsha works collaboratively with clients to reinforce gains, address emerging challenges, and develop a maintenance plan to support long-term well-being.
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Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $150 for 60 minutes
Ongoing session: $150 for 60 minutes
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- Queens College, City University of New York, Master's in Mental Health Counseling
NPI number
1336800911
Patient reviews
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Overall rating
5.00
Wait time
5.00
Bedside manner
5.00
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Varsha is very patient and receptive and easy to talk to. I would highly recommend her for anyone who feels intimidating starting therapy for the first time or returning after a break.
Less than 6 months agoTA
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What practice does Varsha Pahwa work with?
Varsha Pahwa works with The Non-Therapy Company Ltd..
What are common reasons for patients to see Varsha Pahwa?
Varsha Pahwa 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 Varsha Pahwa on their profile.
What languages does Varsha Pahwa speak?
Varsha Pahwa speaks English.
How do patients rate Varsha Pahwa in reviews?
1 patients have reviewed Varsha Pahwa. The overall rating for this doctor is 5/5. They have a 5/5 rating for bedside manner and a 5/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.