Mental Health Counselor - LP
Israa Nasir, MHC-LP
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Do you feel like you’re navigating life on someone else’s terms?

Maybe you’re facing a major life transition—starting or ending a relationship, moving to a new city, questioning your identity, or stepping outside of traditional life paths. You might feel pressure from cultural or family expectations, or struggle with the fear that making choices for yourself will mean disappointing others.

You deserve to live in alignment with your values, to experience relationships that feel fulfilling, and to express your authentic self without guilt or shame. Therapy can help you clarify what you want, strengthen your emotional resilience, and build the confidence to live life on your own terms.

Meet Israa Nasir, MHC-LP,
Mental Health Counselor - LP

I’m a psychotherapist based in New York, and my work focuses on supporting individuals who are navigating life transitions, identity challenges, and non-traditional lifestyles. Whether you’re questioning your gender or sexuality, exploring a childfree or ethically non-monogamous lifestyle, or processing the complexities of immigrant family dynamics, I provide a space for you to explore your experiences without judgment.

My work is grounded in the belief that emotional intelligence—understanding and regulating emotions, communicating effectively, and navigating relationships with clarity—is the key to a fulfilling life. Clients come to me when they’re ready to:

  • Navigate major life transitions with confidence (dating/marriage, relocation, identity exploration)
  • Understand and process cultural and familial expectations without guilt
  • Improve communication skills and emotional regulation
  • Explore and affirm non-traditional relationship dynamics and lifestyles
  • Develop a deeper connection to their authentic self

Therapy with me is collaborative and conversational. We’ll explore your thoughts, emotions, and beliefs while integrating practical strategies to help you feel more in control of your life.

Israa Nasir is a limited permit holder in mental health counseling under the supervision of Lucas Saiter with Manhattan Therapy, a partner of Clarity Health + Wellness.

Lauren Palumbo

Lauren is a licensed psychotherapist who enjoys working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life decisions. She empowers clients to reconnect with their inner strength so they can move forward with clarity and purpose.

License Info

License No. and State: Limited permit holder in mental health counseling under the supervision of Lucas Saiter, 18-P115331-02/New York

NPI: 1215615778

Education + Affiliations

Adelphi University

Masters in Counseling Psychology

Lauren Palumbo

Lauren is a licensed psychotherapist who enjoys working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life decisions. She empowers clients to reconnect with their inner strength so they can move forward with clarity and purpose.

University of Toronto

B.SC in Psychology

 

Lauren Palumbo

Lauren is a licensed psychotherapist who enjoys working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life decisions. She empowers clients to reconnect with their inner strength so they can move forward with clarity and purpose.

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Are you ready to grow and expand into the life you want?

MY THERAPY STYLE

I love witnessing those powerful aha moments—when clients shift from feeling stuck or overwhelmed to gaining clarity, confidence, and self-trust. It’s incredibly fulfilling to help people navigate their identities, relationships, and transitions in a way that feels true to them.

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, especially if you’re used to figuring things out on your own. But therapy isn’t about “fixing” you—it’s about giving yourself space to explore, process, and gain new perspectives. You don’t have to have all the answers; we’ll figure them out together at your own pace.

As someone from an immigrant background, I understand the tension between honoring your roots and forging your own path. I work from a culturally affirming lens, making space for all aspects of your identity—whether it’s your ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, or personal values. My goal is to create an environment where you feel seen, understood, and empowered to live in a way that feels authentic to you.

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Consultation

30 Minutes

Free

We’ll begin by discussing your needs and goals as we get to know each other.

Lauren Palumbo

Lauren is a licensed psychotherapist who enjoys working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life decisions. She empowers clients to reconnect with their inner strength so they can move forward with clarity and purpose.

Therapy Session

45-60 minutes

$200-225/hr

After our consultation, we’ll begin our work together to help you find clarity.

Lauren Palumbo

Lauren is a licensed psychotherapist who enjoys working with individuals navigating anxiety, depression, relationships, and major life decisions. She empowers clients to reconnect with their inner strength so they can move forward with clarity and purpose.

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