Mission & Vision
Aligned Holistics has changed throughout it’s journey. What started as a coaching services company dedicated to wellness has grown to a psychotherapy practice focused on trauma and resilience.
As leaders in effecting change it behooves us to practice what we teach. We credit our ability to embrace change as the driving force behind the high-quality services we provide. From coaching to therapy, we question when others accept. We research when others acquiesce. And most importantly, we love what we do. Personal development is not our work, it’s our mission.
Mental health is a right, not a privilege. Yet quality access is not granted to all. Systemic barriers should never prevent us from accessing the quality care we deserve. That’s why Amita devotes 30% of her practice to sliding scale clients.
Amita K. Patel
Amita K. Patel, LCSW, is a New York-based licensed psychotherapist & social worker specializing in trauma, resilience, and cognitive-behavioral interventions. Amita has been in the field of social services for over 10 years. She has held various leadership positions ranging from direct service to creating and implementing institutional programs and policies at healthcare and human rights organizations.
Amita holds a Master of Science Degree in Social Work (MSW) and Certificate in Advanced Clinical Practice from New York University’s Silver School of Social Work. She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker through the State of New York (License # 089897).
Amita has completed post-graduate trauma-focused training from EMDR Consulting in Eye Movement and Desensitization Therapy (Level 1 and Level 2) and instructor certification to teach Critical Incident Desensitization (CID) & Acute Traumatic Incident Processing (A-TIP) to healthcare professionals, therapists, and first responders.
She holds certifications in Trauma-Informed Yoga for Youth (Yoga Ed.); Mental Health First Aid (National Council for Behavioral Health); and Holistic Health Coaching (Institute for Integrative Nutrition).
In addition, Amita has contributed to the field of trauma therapy with her research and presentation of “The Relationship Between Resilience and Major Depressive Disorder Among Assaulted Women.”
Prior to her direct service practice, Amita provided programmatic and policy level support to healthcare and human rights nonprofit agencies. She holds an additional Masters of Science in Fundraising & Philanthropy from New York University.
I strive to provide a culturally sensitive environment where clients can explore their relationships, careers, and identity. Together we'll develop solutions to help you feel greater ease and fulfillment across every dimension of your life.
I’m the first to admit that I’m not the right therapist for everyone. If you’re looking for someone to endlessly agree with you, I’m probably not the right person. If, however, you’re ready to be challenged and willing to work just as hard as I am to achieve your goals, then we’re likely a good fit.
Drawing on principles from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Attachment Theory, Internal Family Systems Therapy, Mindfulness, Positive Psychology and coaching, we’ll partner to identify the thoughts and behaviors that get in your way. You’ll develop skills and tools that will help you now and in the future. Together, we’ll cultivate the innate abilities that make you uniquely you.
BACKGROUND
My career has focused on helping others to succeed at the individual, family, and institutional levels. My previous experience ranges from fundraising for human rights and health organizations, to wellness and career coaching, to providing crisis counseling and therapy for adults and teenagers. In addition to my clinical work with psychotherapy clients, I volunteer to help immigrant teens seek asylum, lead a time management course, and teach trauma-informed yoga. I enjoy playing with my dog, dancing, and spending time outdoors.
EDUCATION
Master of Social Work, New York University
Certificate in Advanced Clinical Practice, New York University
Master of Science in Fundraising & Philanthropy, New York University
LICENSURE & CERTIFICATIONS
LCSW, New York State
EMDR Trained (Level 1 & 2)
Certified in Trauma-Informed Yoga for Youth, Yoga Ed.
Certified in Therapeutic Crisis Intervention
Certified in Mental Health First Aid, National Council for Behavioral Health
Certified Holistic Health Coach, Institute of Integrative Nutrition
Certified Fundraising Executive, CFRE International
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
National Association of Social Workers
Clinical Social Work Association
The Clinician’s Collective
The relationship, or “fit,” between you and I is just as important as my expertise.
I can’t expect you to open up in session without knowing anything about me, it wouldn’t be fair.
So whether you’re looking to see if we’re a good fit, or simply cautiously curious.
Let’s get personal!
I’m not shy. Click below to learn more about me and why I became a therapist.