Sifat Ameen
Credentials:
PMHNP-BCEXPERIENCE:
5 yearsEMAIL:
hello@mindarapsych.comTreatment Approach
Sifat works with adults across a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, ADHD, and life transitions, and especially enjoys working with college students and young adults navigating school, work, and major life changes. Her approach is collaborative, practical, and individualized. She focuses on understanding the full picture, not just symptoms, but how things are affecting your day-to-day life.
She uses medication thoughtfully when appropriate, with ongoing reassessment, alongside brief supportive talk therapy and evidence-based modalities like cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and motivational interviewing. Beyond medication, she also draws on solution-focused brief therapy, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy, problem-solving therapy, and psychodynamic approaches to help you build coping skills and lasting stability.
You can expect a supportive, nonjudgmental space where you’re heard and never rushed. Sifat values clear communication and shared decision-making, so you always feel informed and involved in your care, with care that is consistent, responsive, and tailored to your needs as they evolve.
Professional Background
Sifat is a board-certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with five years of experience as a nurse practitioner and a Master of Science in Nursing from Hunter College.
Your first visit is a comprehensive evaluation where Sifat takes the time to understand your current symptoms, history, goals, and what matters most to you. From there, you’ll build a personalized treatment plan together. Care includes thoughtful medication management with ongoing reassessment, plus brief supportive talk therapy as needed. Session frequency varies based on your needs and where you are in treatment, and if you’re already working with a therapist, she’s happy to collaborate with them on the medication side.
Conditions Treated
- Depression
- Anxiety
- ADHD