Myriam Ahmad, M.A., is a doctoral student at Long Island University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Business Administration from Rutgers University. Myriam joins Manhattan Psychology Group (MPG) to further her advanced clinical training in specialized areas, including neuropsychological testing and evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
With a warm, client-centered approach, Myriam is dedicated to providing personalized care and support to children, adolescents, and adults. Her clinical experience spans a range of presenting concerns, including executive functioning challenges, anxiety disorders, and obsessive-compulsive (OCD) and related concerns.
Her holistic therapeutic approach emphasizes collaborative planning and the integration of empirically-based interventions. Specifically, she utilizes CBT techniques such as Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) and Parent Management Training (PMT) for anxiety and OCD-related presentations. She also incorporates ACT and DBT-informed skills, focusing on self-as-context, values clarification, distress tolerance, and mindfulness practice.
Myriam is committed to creating a safe and warm therapeutic environment, prioritizing support for clients to achieve meaningful, long-term psychological growth and healing. Her professional interests center on fostering client insight into personal strengths, establishing positive, lasting change, and providing resources for continuous success.
