Hey there, I’m Priya, Doctoral Intern. I’m excited to share a bit about myself and my approach to help you decide if we might be a good fit.
Priya Rajesh, MS
Supervised by Katie Fahrner, PhD
- Work best with: Kids, Teens, Adults, LGBTQ+ Community, BIPOC Community
- Manage Medications: Provides therapy and collaborates closely with our psychiatry team for medication management, available through internal referral if needed.
My therapeutic approach is primarily psychodynamic, relational, and CBT-informed. I believe that meaningful change begins with a strong therapeutic relationship, where patients feel safe, understood, and empowered to explore their experiences. I integrate psychodynamic and CBT-informed approaches to help patients gain insight into longstanding patterns, develop practical coping strategies, and create meaningful, lasting change. I tailor therapy to each patient’s unique experiences, strengths, and goals.
During our first session, we’ll spend time getting to know each other and exploring what brings you to therapy. I’ll ask about your current concerns, personal history, relationships, and life experiences to better understand your unique story and the goals you’d like to work toward. We’ll also discuss my therapeutic approach, answer any questions you may have, and determine together whether we’re a good fit for moving forward.
Many of my patients have shared that one of the most meaningful parts of therapy was having a space where they felt genuinely heard, understood, and accepted without judgment. They often describe feeling supported while also being gently challenged to build confidence, develop healthier patterns, and take meaningful steps toward their goals. By the end of treatment, many patients report feeling more emotionally stable, equipped with greater insight and coping skills, and empowered to pursue the relationships, careers, and personal goals that once felt out of reach.
Patients often tell me that they appreciate my genuine, collaborative approach to therapy. I often describe therapy as holding up a mirror, helping patients recognize patterns, strengths, and insights that are already within them. While I provide guidance, support, and gentle challenges along the way, I believe lasting change comes from empowering patients to discover their own answers and build confidence in themselves.
Credentials
Education
Master of Science
Personal Interests
I was born and raised in Oman, where I grew up surrounded by a rich mix of cultures and perspectives. I love socializing and bringing people together, whether it’s planning a get-together or introducing friends who I think will hit it off. I also love collecting magnets and have a habit of turning just about anything into a magnet. And lastly, I have an orange cat named Pringle, who definitely keeps life entertaining!
In-network
Insurance Accepted
- Blue Cross Blue Shield
- Employers Health Network
- Aetna
- Cigna/Evernorth
- Medicare
- Partners Direct Health
- Curative
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialities
In Children: Adjustment Difficulties, Grief and loss, Behavioral Challenges, Neurodivergence
In Adults: Depression, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, Complex Trauma, Individuals with Disabilities
Expertise
- Anxiety
- Borderline Personality
- Boundaries / Assertiveness
- Childhood Abuse or Neglect
- Chronic Illness
- Codependency
- Conflict with Friends
- Cultural Identity / Acculturation Stress
- Depression
- Divorce / Breakup
- Family Conflict
- Fear of Rejection
- Life Transitions
- Personal Growth
- Racial Identity
- Racial Trauma
- Self-Esteem / Negative Self-Talk
- Sexual Abuse
- Sexual Identity (LGBTQ)
- Shame
- Social Anxiety
- Social Isolation / Loneliness
- Stress / Burnout
- Trauma / PTSD
- Women's Issues
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
- Compassion Focused
- Culturally Sensitive
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)
- Humanistic
- Integrative
- Interpersonal
- Mindfulness-Based Interventions
- Multicultural
- Object Relations
- Person-Centered (Rogerian)
- Positive Psychology
- Psychodynamic
- Systems Approach
- Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Locations
Client Focus
- Age Groups Served: 5 - 65+
- Services Type: Individual Therapy, Child or Teen Therapy
- Languages Spoken: English, Hindi
