- Relationship concerns
- Self-esteem struggles
- ACT and CBT methods
About Mariam
Dr. Mariam Sophia Faris is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 026905) with 10 years of clinical experience. She works with adults on relationship and intimacy concerns, low self-esteem, stress and anxiety, and coping with major life changes. Sessions are offered in English and Spanish. She also focuses on issues such as abandonment, attachment problems, codependency, commitment struggles, and aspects of kink and alternative sex culture.
Her style is practical and person-centered. She listens for what matters most to each person and uses that as the starting point. Conversations aim to clarify patterns that cause pain and to try small, manageable shifts. Therapy mixes talking, skill practice, and reflection rather than abstract theory.
Dr. Faris draws from several approaches to suit different needs. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people notice what they value and take committed action. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors that keep problems going. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) addresses how emotions shape close relationships.
She prioritizes clear goals and real-world changes. For someone feeling directionless after a job change, breakup, or health challenge, sessions focus on practical steps. For intimacy or communication problems, she works on patterns and concrete interaction skills.
Dr. Faris describes clients as the experts on their lives and treats therapy as a collaborative effort. Cost varies with location and uses a subscription that can be canceled at any time. To begin, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session through the online options button.
How therapy approaches shape online sessions
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps people clarify what matters to them and practice small actions that align with those values. It is useful for people wrestling with meaning, motivation, or ongoing anxiety.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on how thoughts and behaviors influence feelings. It often involves identifying unhelpful thinking patterns and trying new behaviors to reduce stress and improve mood.
Finding the right approach is part of the work. The therapist will collaborate with each person to choose methods that fit their goals, needs, and preferences. That may mean combining ACT, CBT, or emotionally focused techniques depending on the problem being addressed.
Session formats are not specified in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy week, shorten check-ins when time is limited, or avoid travel for meetings. Many people find that remote sessions let them work on real-life situations around work, relationships, or recovery without rearranging their whole day. Licensed professionals can adapt exercises and skills practice for a remote setting, and the therapist will outline practical steps for how sessions will run when you schedule.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she help with?
She works with relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include abandonment, attachment issues, codependency, and relationship communication problems.
How does she approach feeling stuck or directionless?
Her approach is practical and person-centered, combining talk, skill practice, and reflection to identify patterns and try small, manageable changes. She involves clients in deciding priorities and next steps.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 10 years of clinical experience working with adults on stress, anxiety, relationships, and related concerns.
What are her credentials and location?
She is a New York psychologist listed as NY Psychologist 026905 and practices from New York.
Which languages are supported in sessions?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions billed and what do they cost?
Cost varies with location, and sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Use the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
Online talk therapy is not emergency care. If you are in danger, use the crisis numbers.