Hanesha Persaud, MA, MHC-LP(She/Her/Hers)

Hanesha Persaud is a deeply compassionate mental health counselor who prioritizes building a foundation of trust, respect, and authenticity. Hanesha fosters a non-judgemental space in every session that honors each individual’s unique experiences, identities, and emotions. She listens not just to words, but to what is unsaid—the pauses, the tension, the subtle shifts in expression. With deep empathy and unwavering respect, she works to understand and to ask the kind of questions that lead inward, toward insight, clarity, and change. Grounded in both knowledge and intuition, Hanesha draws from evidence-based tools, but never forgets the deeply human side of her work. She creates a space where vulnerability is safe, where shame begins to dissolve, and where transformation is made possible.

As a mental health counselor who utilizes an integrative approach, Hanesha believes that each person’s journey is unique—and healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. She draws from a range of evidence-based modalities, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), psychodynamic insight, and person-centered techniques, tailoring her work to fit your needs, your goals, and your pace. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship struggles, self-esteem challenges, or simply feeling stuck, Hanesha strives to create a warm, collaborative space where you feel safe, supported, and empowered. Her goal is to meet you wherever you are and walk beside you with curiosity, compassion, and respect.

Hanesha earned her Master of Arts in Applied Behavioral Psychology from St. Francis College and her Certificate of Advanced Study in Mental Health Counseling from Alfred University.