- Relationship concerns
- Self-esteem work
- Family of origin issues
About Mariam
Dr. Mariam Sophia Faris is a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 026905) with ten years of clinical experience. She works with relationship and intimacy concerns, self-esteem struggles, stress and anxiety, and helping people cope with life changes. She speaks English and Spanish and is based in New York.
She helps people look at how early family patterns still shape their choices and feelings today. That can mean talking through family of origin issues, attachment concerns, or patterns such as codependency and communication problems. Sessions are conversational and practical, focused on small changes that add up over time.
Her approach draws on a mix of methods. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to spot unhelpful thoughts and try different responses. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps clarify values and commit to actions that matter. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) tools are used when emotion regulation and relationship patterns are central.
Dr. Faris emphasizes collaboration. She treats each person as the expert on their life and works alongside them to map problems and test new ways of coping. Typical sessions include talking, behavior experiments, and specific skills practice.
People who come to her often want clearer boundaries, better communication, or relief from anxiety tied to old family roles. To begin, she asks about current concerns, what has been tried so far, and what practical changes are realistic in daily life.
Therapeutic approaches and working online
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasizes clarifying what matters to you and taking committed actions even when difficult thoughts or feelings appear. It can help people stuck by old family roles choose different behaviors that reflect their values. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) focuses on identifying unhelpful thought patterns and trying new, practical behaviors to reduce anxiety and improve mood. It is useful for stress, worry, and changing automatic reactions that come from early learning. Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) centers on recognizing and working with strong emotions in relationships and within oneself to build clearer emotional responses.Choosing an approach is a collaborative part of the work. The therapist will discuss goals, try methods in session, and adjust based on what helps most. Decisions about which techniques to use come from shared planning, observed results, and your preferences.
Confirm current session formats before booking since the biography does not list specific online or in-person options. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time. If video is not preferred, some clients opt for audio-only check-ins to reduce bandwidth or to keep sessions concise. Discuss format options when arranging your first appointment so practical needs and goals are considered.
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Experience
10+ years
Listed in
New York
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with relationship and intimacy issues, self-esteem, stress, anxiety, and coping with life changes. Additional focuses include family of origin issues, attachment concerns, codependency, and communication problems.
What is her therapeutic style like?
Her style is collaborative and practical. Sessions combine talk, skills practice, and small behavioral experiments to test new ways of handling problems.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has ten years of clinical experience working with adults on relationship and emotional concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is licensed as a New York psychologist (NY Psychologist 026905) and practices out of New York.
Which languages are offered 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 and costs handled?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Confirm specific pricing details when you choose a plan.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the See online therapy options button, completing a short matching questionnaire, and scheduling a first session.
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