Welcome to Amira The Healing Space
MA Therapy, LLC
At Amira The Healing Space, we believe that mental health care should feel supportive, accessible, and grounded in real understanding. Our practice is committed to providing high-quality, culturally responsive, bias-free psychotherapy to college students, young adults, and adults across New York State.
For many people, the years of emerging adulthood and early career development can be both exciting and overwhelming. Academic pressure, identity exploration, career decisions, relationship changes, and increasing responsibilities can all create emotional strain. Our work is centered on helping individuals navigate these experiences with greater clarity, resilience, and confidence.
We provide individual counseling and supportive services for clients navigating:
• Anxiety and stress
• Depression and emotional overwhelm
• Trauma and past experiences
• ADHD and attention-related challenges
• Academic pressure and burnout
• Relationship and communication concerns
• Identity development and life transitions
We also provide general support and other specialized therapy.
Our clinical approach blends evidence-based therapeutic methods with practical skill-building, ensuring that clients leave sessions not only feeling heard and supported, but also equipped with strategies they can apply in their everyday lives.
Our Team
Amira The Healing Space is proud to bring together a diverse team of thoughtful clinicians who are dedicated to supporting the emotional well-being of our clients.
Our clinical and leadership team includes:
Clinicians
Bukola Olode, LMSW— Clinician
Erin Samples, LMSW — Clinician
Franchel Mendoza, LMSW — Clinician
Gina Schwarz, LCSW — Clinician
Hetha Lawrence, MHC Intern — Clinician
Maria Bentley, MHC-LP — Clinician
Maya Mallory, LMSW — Clinician
Narisia Henry-Benjamin, MHC Intern — Clinician
Rachel Fraade, LCSW — Clinician
Samantha Hamilton, LMSW — Clinician
Schmika Risher, LMSW — Clinician
Stephanie Baez, LMSW — Clinician
Susana Torres, LMSW— Clinician
Treashon Stanley, LMSW— Clinician
Clinical Leaders & Trainers
Akosua Cobb, LCSW — Clinical Supervisor
Sa'uda Dunlap, LCSW — Clinical Supervisor & Clinical Trainer
Sumathy Applewhite, LCSW — Clinical Supervisor & Clinical Trainer
Zoe Reyes, LMSW — Clinical Trainer
Administrators
Amira Martin-Saltsman, LCSW-R — Founder & Clinical Director (email [email protected])
Karen Diaz — Practice Administrator (email [email protected])
Together, our team works collaboratively to ensure clients receive care that is thoughtful, ethical, and grounded in strong clinical practice.
Inclusive and Culturally Responsive Care
We are proud to offer bilingual and culturally responsive services, helping ensure that individuals from diverse backgrounds feel respected, understood, and supported throughout their care.
Our clinicians work with people from many different cultural, racial, and professional backgrounds. We believe that effective therapy acknowledges the full context of a person’s experiences, identity, and environment.
At Amira The Healing Space, we are committed to bias-free psychotherapy, where every individual is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect.
Accessible, Flexible Support
To increase accessibility and flexibility, most sessions are conducted virtually, allowing students, working professionals, and individuals across New York State to connect with care that fits their schedule and location.
While our primary focus is supporting college students and emerging adults, we also work with adolescents and adults seeking thoughtful, structured therapy to navigate personal and professional challenges.
Our Mission
Our Mission:
"We promote community healing through inclusive psychotherapy and empower healers for lasting positive mental health impact."
Contact
If you have questions, comments, feedback, or concerns about services provided through Amira The Healing Space, you are welcome to reach out.
Email: Amira Martin-Saltsman (CEO) at [email protected]
Email : Karen Diaz (Practice Administrator) at [email protected]
Phone: 646-662-4049
You may call or leave a voicemail.
We are honored to support your journey.