About Lateefah Kamara

​Lateefah Kamara is a National Board Certified Mental Health Counselor and educator based in Westchester. Warm and passionate, she is dedicated to helping clients on their journey towards healing and growth.  She graduated with a B.A in Psychology from University of Rochester, received her M.S. Ed in School Counseling from Herbert Lehman College and her C.A.S in Mental Health Counseling from University at Buffalo. With extensive experience working with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, ADHD, substance use disorders, trauma, and more, she uses a variety of therapeutic interventions, to help clients minimize stress, improve self-talk, change negative thinking patterns, strengthen coping skills and a navigate a variety of other presenting challenges.  Lateefah believes that the client is the expert in their own lives and employs techniques to help clients maintain a positive relationship with self.  Furthermore, Lateefah's approach is personable and person-centered to ensure that clients feel comfortable, safe and supported throughout the counseling process.​