Amira Martin-Saltsman, LCSW-R (she/her)
Founder & CEO, MA Therapy, LLC
Professor, Columbia University School of Social Work
Clinical Supervisor
Welcome.
I’m Amira Martin-Saltsman, LCSW-R, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, clinical supervisor, professor at Columbia University School of Social Work, and the Founder and CEO of MA Therapy, LLC (Amira the Healing Space) — a mission-driven mental health organization established in 2011.
For more than two decades, my work has focused on expanding access to high-quality, culturally responsive mental health care while also training and mentoring the next generation of clinicians.
Today, my professional role spans clinical leadership, university partnerships, professional training, and organizational development across multiple institutions throughout New York State.
Leadership & Organizational Work
As CEO of MA Therapy, LLC, I oversee a growing team of clinicians and trainees who provide psychotherapy, wellness programming, and professional training across New York.
Our organization partners with universities, corporations, nonprofit organizations, and community institutions to expand access to mental health care and professional education.
Institutions we have worked with include:
• Columbia University School of Social Work
• SUNY Oneonta
• Alfred University
• Alfred State College
• Lehman College (CUNY)
• Barilla America, Inc.
• The Arthur Ashe Institute
• NY-ATSA
• The Tommy Foundation
• Multiple community-based organizations and educational institutions
Through these partnerships we provide:
• Individual and group psychotherapy
• Student mental health programming
• Professional workshops and trainings
• Clinical supervision and workforce development
• Organizational wellness initiatives
Work With SUNY Oneonta Students
Through our partnership with SUNY Oneonta, MA Therapy provides counseling services and mental health programming for students through Amira the Healing Space.
Students may work with licensed clinicians or participate in student support groups facilitated by graduate counseling trainees under clinical supervision.
Our goal is to create accessible, supportive, and culturally responsive mental health services that help students navigate the academic, emotional, and social challenges of college life.
Academic Work & Clinical Training
In addition to my leadership work, I serve as a Professor at Columbia University School of Social Work, where I teach and mentor future clinicians.
My academic work focuses on:
• clinical rigor in psychotherapy
• ethical leadership in mental health practice
• sustainability in the profession
• culturally responsive care
• developing strong clinical judgment in emerging therapists
Supporting the next generation of clinicians is an essential part of strengthening the mental health workforce.
Professional Trainings & Keynote Speaking
In addition to clinical leadership, I regularly provide keynote speaking, professional workshops, and training programs for universities, organizations, and community institutions.
Recent collaborations include:
SUNY Oneonta — February 2026
I served as a keynote speaker in collaboration with the CRJIE Department (Center for Racial Justice and Inclusive Excellence) alongside Dr. Van Havercome, focusing on mental health, community impact, and culturally responsive care in higher education.
SUNY Oneonta Counseling Center
In partnership with Allsun Ozyesil, LMHC, Director of the SUNY Oneonta Counseling Center, I have provided workshops supporting student mental health and emotional wellness.
Hartwick College
I have delivered workshops for Master of Social Work (MSW) students, supporting emerging social workers as they prepare to enter the profession with strong clinical skills and ethical foundations.
Training Topics
Training and keynote topics often include:
• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Trauma-informed care
• Clinical assessment and diagnosis
• Cultural responsiveness in mental health treatment
• Ethics and professional boundaries
• Burnout prevention for clinicians
• Clinical supervision and leadership development
• Anxiety, depression, and trauma treatment
• Risk assessment and crisis intervention
Programs may be delivered through:
• in-person workshops
• virtual training sessions
• professional development seminars
• keynote presentations
• conference presentations
Organizations interested in hosting a workshop or training are welcome to reach out.
Contact & Student Support
If you are a SUNY Oneonta student working with one of our clinicians or participating in a group and have:
• questions
• concerns
• feedback
• scheduling issues
• general comments about services
please feel free to reach out.
You may contact either myself or my assistant Karen Diaz.
Email:
[email protected]
Assistant (Karen Diaz):
[email protected]
Phone:
646-662-4049
You may call or leave a voicemail.
We welcome feedback and want to ensure students feel supported when accessing services through Amira the Healing Space.