Veda Girishkumar, MS, MA, NY | Psychotherapist

About Veda Girishkumar

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Seniors (65+)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Identity

Gender

Female

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English, Kannada

Getting to know Veda Girishkumar

Veda Girishkumar, MS, MA, MHC-LP, is a New York City-based psychotherapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults navigating anxiety, depression, OCD, life transitions, grief, interpersonal challenges, chronic illness, caregiving, and concerns related to overall health and wellness. She brings warmth, curiosity, and an individualized approach to therapy, creating a supportive space where clients can better understand themselves, navigate difficult experiences, and work toward meaningful change. Veda holds a Master’s in Counseling as well as a Master’s in Biomedical Sciences from Northwestern University. Her diverse educational and professional background spans mental health, biomedical sciences, gender and sexuality studies, and service with AmeriCorps’ National Health Corps. She has supported individuals across a variety of settings, including private practice, hospitals, and medical centers, as well as in her work as a mental health crisis counselor. Her background also gives her a unique perspective on the emotional complexities of health concerns, caregiving, career changes, and major life transitions. Veda’s integrative approach draws from psychodynamic, humanistic, and person-centered therapy while incorporating multicultural and feminist perspectives. She tailors treatment to each client’s individual needs, experiences, identities, and goals rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. She is particularly committed to culturally responsive and accessible mental health care and welcomes clients from diverse and intersecting backgrounds. Veda also enjoys working with artists and performers and offers bilingual therapy services in Kannada. Veda provides both in-person and telehealth services.

What should a new client know about working with you?

Veda’s integrative approach draws from psychodynamic, humanistic, and person-centered therapy while incorporating multicultural and feminist perspectives. She tailors treatment to each client’s individual needs, experiences, identities, and goals rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach. She is particularly committed to culturally responsive and accessible mental health care and welcomes clients from diverse and intersecting backgrounds. Veda also enjoys working with artists and performers and offers bilingual therapy services in Kannada.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Young Adult Issues

Agoraphobia

Depression

Hoarding Disorder

New Patient Visit

Office location

Veda Girishkumar, MS, MA also offers online video visits for patients

RAR Mental Health Counseling, PLLC

90 Broad St, 2nd Fl, New York, NY 10004

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Education and background

Practice names

RAR Mental Health Counseling, PLLC

Education and training

Northwestern University, Master's in Counseling
Northwestern University, Master's in Biomedical Sciences

NPI number

1881408375

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Frequently asked questions

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Is Veda Girishkumar accepting new patients?

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What practice does Veda Girishkumar work with?

Veda Girishkumar works with RAR Mental Health Counseling, PLLC.

Where is Veda Girishkumar's office located?

Veda Girishkumar has 2 office locations in New York, view full addresses on Veda Girishkumar's profile.

What are common reasons for patients to see Veda Girishkumar?

Veda Girishkumar frequently sees patients for Depression, New Patient Visit, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Veda Girishkumar on their profile.