Jaime Quizhpi graduated in 2019 from Queens College and obtained his degree in Mental Health counseling. He has worked with a diverse population in different areas when it comes to social services. Jaime has worked as a teacher, after-school counselor, and case manager, where he worked with children and families. Jaime continues to build his career in a not-for-profit agency where he assists adults with severe mental illness in obtaining resources and building their independency through evidence-based practices. His frame of work consists of empowering clients as individuals and assisting them to get where they want to be in life by utilizing cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), psychoanalytic therapy, and client center approaches. Jaime has worked with many adults and adolescents to manage trauma, stress, depression, mood disorders, anxiety, and panic.

Mira Vasjari (she/her) earned her Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Stevenson University in MD and a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling and Wellness from New York University. She is a licensed mental health counselor and supervisor at Awaken Wellness. Mira works with individuals, couples, and families in an open-minded and empathetic safe space. She is bilingual in English and Albanian. Mira works with a diverse clientele who struggle with anxiety, depression, life stressors, mood and personality disorders, anger, grief and bereavement, relationship issues, and work and career issues, including stress and burnout. She has experience working with the LGBTQIA+ community and immigration/first-generation. Mira has an integrative approach to therapy where she identifies and supports the needs of her clients. Her approach includes helping clients improve the relationship they have with themselves and others so that they can live an authentic life. She works collaboratively with the client to help them find peace, clarity, and balance while exploring strengths. Mira helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and behaviors while making space for a balanced life. She is passionate about supporting people in their journeys and very aware of the importance of culture/spirituality in being a big part of people’s identities. Mira wants her clients to leave the therapeutic space feeling empowered as they gain confidence and skills to live life to the fullest. She is affirmative of all genders, sexualities, and relationship structures. She also believes in continuous growth and plans to participate in seminars on multiculturalism, sexuality, and social justice issues for her personal/professional growth.

Fatima Cabrera (She/Her/Ella) completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from York College/ CUNY. She recently earned her Master's Degree in Counseling for Mental Health and Wellness from New York University. During Fatima's professional career, she has worked at different nonprofit organizations, unfolding different roles as; Health Coach, HIV prevention services, and Counselor working with domestic violence survivors. Fatima is currently working with individuals from multicultural backgrounds monolingual Spanish speakers, helping to resolve common areas of psychological/emotional instability and concerns such as; anxiety, depression, phobias, relationships, excessive anger, and trauma. Fatima provides a supportive and safe space for clients to guide individuals to a brighter, healthier, and more meaningful future.

Lisa Lozano Czulinski (She/Her) believes each individual has what it takes to overcome obstacles by accessing their inner wisdom and unique strengths. Her approach to counseling is integrative, meaning she draws from several different types of therapy to fit what is best for the client’s needs. Lisa holds sessions from a non-hierarchical and non-judgmental position while acknowledging the differences and limitations required in working with diverse populations.

Lisa’s sessions provide a nurturing and creative environment to identify and explore issues holistically and collaboratively. Her interventions operate from a person-centered, multicultural, trauma-informed, and gender-fair framework and utilize CBT, DBT, EFT, E-I, NT, IPSRT, MBCT, NT, SBT, and other Psychodynamic methods. Her specialties focus on concerns with Addiction, ADHD, Anxiety Disorders, Identity, OCD, Phobias, Relationships, Life Transitions & Grief, Mood Disorders, and Trauma. She currently offers Tele-therapy and seasonal Walk & Talk sessions and hopes to return to in-person soon.

Rashidah Daniels is a pre-licensed mental health counselor New York University graduate in 2022. She obtained her Master’s in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling.

Rashidah works with couples wanting to heal from infidelity, develop effective communication, learn how to fight fairly, and build a more genuine connection. She is passionate about being a listener, compassionate, and considering multi-cultural differences and how this informs us as individuals. When clients are ready, she likes to challenge them to become autonomous and empower them to continue their journey of discovering themselves.

Rashidah has years of experience working closely with caregivers of individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia and providing programming for individuals diagnosed with a neurodivergent diagnosis. Rashidah uses an eclectic therapeutic approach, including Person-Centered therapy, Multicultural Counseling, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, depending on the client’s needs. As a woman of color, she understands how important it is for individuals to have a safe space to express themselves. Rashidah is currently available for telehealth sessions.

I have experience working with individuals from multicultural backgrounds. In addition, I have worked with individuals who have newly arrived from the Caribbean in the U.S. who are trying to assimilate to Westernized culture. Furthermore, I have worked with individuals who have experienced Domestic Violence and their families.

Unique received her Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling from New York University. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and substance abuse. I use a Person-Center approach along with CBT to help clients improve their lives as a whole.

I am a Black woman who understands the experience of a person of color, a woman, a mother, and a partner so that I can bring my experience into the therapeutic process.

Javier Gomez Martinez is currently in his third year at Queens College and working towards earning a Master’s degree in Mental Health Counseling. He obtained his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology in 2017 from The City College of New York. He is a Yoga Alliance certified yoga instructor and integrates breathing techniques, mindfulness, and contemplative practices into his work. He has extensive experience in the complicated landscape that is health insurance and has helped many New Yorkers by linking them to a diverse base of resources available in NYC. As a member of the LGBT+ community, Javier’s passion is in helping disadvantaged individuals and other minorities seek and achieve their recovery goals through an integrative approach. He makes use of concepts and tools found in Person-Centered, CBT, Contemplative, and Existential therapies with an emphasis on using Stoic teachings for the attainment of a positive mental and emotional state. He sees the therapeutic relationship as a true partnership where the client and therapist can collaborate to formulate goals, identify skills, take action, and track progress. Javier is fluent in English and Spanish and can communicate with his clients in both languages.

Ashley Sauers graduated from New York University in 2021 and obtained her Master’s in Mental Health and Wellness Counseling. She has her Limited Permit in Mental Health and Wellness counseling and is working towards full licensure. She graduated from SUNY Old Westbury with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology in 2017. Ashley has worked with a diverse group of individuals such as children in the foster care system, adolescents struggling with behavioral issues, people of color, families, and individuals who struggle with anxiety.

Ashley believes every individual brings their own unique story and skills to therapy. She uses an integrative and collaborative approach based on CBT, Narrative Therapy, Play Therapy, and Mindfulness to holistically help clients overcome their struggles. Ashley’s experience as a teacher has led her to understand there are many different obstacles that children face each day, and it is important for them to be provided with a safe space to express themselves and cope with their traumas. Her current caseload consists of children and adolescents but she is open to working with more adult clients.