When Life in Queens Feels Too Much: Find a Real Psychologist New York Right Here in Forest Hills
We Offer Assessment, Analysis, and Answers
We know that feeling. Forest Hills is beautiful—all those Tudor homes and trees around the Gardens. But even here, where it looks all calm and suburban, life in New York is busy. Queens Boulevard is loud, the E and F trains are flying by, and sometimes, the rush of Rego Park or Kew Gardens spills right over. It’s hard to find a quiet space for your own thoughts.
That’s why our office at 114-20 Queens Blvd is here. We are your trusted, local Psychologist New York. We are easy to get to, right near the subway (75th Ave stop is super close!), but once you step inside, the city noise just fades away. We’re a place where the people of Forest Hills, Rego Park, and Kew Gardens can come for real, professional mental health help. We get the unique mix of city speed and neighborhood pressure you deal with every day. We are one of the best therapists in New York.
We don’t just talk about problems. We help you figure out exactly what the issue is, using smart, proven ways. Our goal is simple: to give you clear answers and real tools to make things better. Like finding the quickest route on Queens Boulevard, we help you find the straightest path to feeling good again. Our team includes doctoral level experts with a phd or psyd who hold the necessary license to practice here in NY.
Understanding Neuropsychological Services in Queens
A neuropsychologist is a specialist who studies how your brain affects the way you think, feel, and behave. In a fast-paced city like New York, it’s easy for stress, injuries, or developmental differences to interfere with memory, focus, or problem-solving. Neuropsychological services go beyond standard therapy—they provide a detailed look at how your brain works and why certain challenges might be happening. Our Forest Hills office offers personalized assessments to pinpoint the source of cognitive or emotional difficulties, giving you a roadmap for effective treatment. Whether it’s for a child struggling in school, an adult recovering from a head injury, or anyone needing clarity about their cognitive functioning, these services provide real answers, not guesswork.
Stop Guessing: Neuropsychological Testing for Clarity
Have you been saying, “My focus is shot,” or “I can’t remember things like I used to?” That’s a huge worry, especially with so much information coming at you here in NYC. You might be experiencing a lot of distress.
Neuropsychological Testing gives you the whole story. It’s like a super detailed check-up for how your brain manages attention, memory, and problem-solving. We look for hidden reasons why things feel tough.
- Maybe you’re a student at Forest Hills High School struggling to keep up. This psychological testing can show if a mild head injury or another issue is making things hard.
- We make this testing easy to understand. We use simple language when we explain the results. We want every client to feel clear about their situation.
- The Big Deal: We get to the root of your Memory Issues, not just the symptoms. This is the first step before any therapy starts.
Finally, a Name for the Feeling: Psychological and Psychiatric Testing
It’s exhausting to feel sad, worried, or just off all the time. Sometimes people just say “I have anxiety” or “I’m depressed,” but they don’t have a real diagnosis.
Our Psychological and Psychiatric Testing is how we find the right name for what you’re feeling. We use proven, scientific tools, not just a quick chat. This helps us see if you have Depression, serious Anxiety, or maybe even Bipolar Disorder. You might be dealing with generalized anxiety or sudden panic attacks. We can also check for OCD.
- This is key for figuring out if you need talk therapy from a Psychotherapist or maybe help from a Psychiatrist with medication. Our clinical team is here for you.
- Why Test? Because people with Anxiety need different help than people with Bipolar Disorder. Getting the right name for the problem means getting the right kind of help and starting effective therapeutic work.
Our Services
When School is Too Hard: Psycho-Educational Testing
We see so many parents from the Forest Hills area stressed about their kid’s grades. They ask, “Why is reading so hard for my smart kid?” or “Why can’t my child sit still for five minutes?” This is common for teens and younger kids in New York City.
Psycho-Educational Testing answers those questions clearly. We look at everything: how your child thinks, learns, and pays attention.
- This testing finds things like a Learning Disability, which makes reading or math a struggle.
- We can tell if it’s ADD and ADHD, which means they have trouble with focus and sitting still. This often looks like Behavior Problems in class or at home.
- We also check for Developmental Delays or Speech / Language Delays and Problems.
- Our Deliverable: You get a report full of clear steps you can give to their school—like PS 101 or JHS 190—to make sure your child gets the help they need to succeed. Our staff, including the clinician, performs this thorough evaluation.
TESTING FOR ADULTS AND CHILDREN
Customized Neuropsychological Evaluations and Assessments
At Comprehend the Mind, we tailor evaluations and assessments to the specific needs of our patients. Once testing is completed, rather than providing a simple statement of our findings, our team provides detailed reporting and actionable recommendations.
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Getting a Diagnosis for Autism Testing
If you’re a parent with concerns about your child’s social skills or if they seem stuck on certain routines, you might be thinking about Autism.
Autism Testing is a very careful, kind process we do for kids and adults. We take the time to look at the whole person.
- A clear diagnosis of Autism means you can stop worrying and start getting support.
- This diagnosis opens the door for other specialists, like a Psychosocial therapist, who can help with social and life skills. Our therapist team is ready.
Clear Answers for Important Decisions
We also do special evaluations that help people and businesses make big decisions.
- Psychiatric Fitness-for-Duty Evaluations Practice: If a job is stressful, like first responders or security work, an employer might need to know if a person is ready for that pressure. We do fair, objective checks. We are a trusted provider in NY.
- Forensic Psychology Practice: When there are legal questions—like in family court or about a person’s ability to be part of a lawsuit—we provide unbiased, expert opinions based on our deep knowledge of psychology. We bring clinical facts to the court.
- Medical Clearance: Need surgery or a big medical procedure? The doctor wants to make sure you are mentally ready for it. We do that check to give you peace of mind.
Local Help for Every Kind of Problem
We offer more than just testing. We offer real, supportive Mental health service right here on Queens Boulevard. You don’t have to go all the way into Manhattan or even travel to New Jersey for expert help.
We offer various types of counseling, including specialized services for a couple dealing with relational issues and navigating tricky life transitions. We focus on building self-esteem and finding better ways of coping.
- Stress and Trauma: If you’ve been through something terrible and are now dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), or deep personal trauma, we know how to help you find calm and safety again through short-term goals.
- Feeling Stuck: We work with Psychomotor therapist approaches too, helping you connect your mind and body when you feel frozen or jumpy. Our therapist can help with managing chronic illness too.
- We have a skilled Psychiatrist and several Psychotherapist resources to make sure you get the right blend of talk therapy and medical support for any issue, big or small. We are committed to your overall wellness. Our team of mental health professionals can provide mental health counseling.
- We offer specialized group therapy sessions for shared support and skills building.
We are a reputable provider of mental health counseling. We are one of the best psychotherapists located outside of SoHo. Call us to ask about our insurance policy and how your health insurance or insurance company can help cover costs. We are located in the 11375 zip code.
When you see the high-rise apartments and the busy corner of Queens Blvd and 114th Street, know that we are here. We are the Psychologist New York that understands the Queens life. We are ready to help you feel better and get clear answers. We even have staff who can speak Mandarin.
Call us today. Let’s start finding the right path forward.
Dr. Sanam Hafeez
ABOUT US
We’re Known for Making a Difference
Comprehend the Mind founder Dr. Sanam Hafeez works hand in hand with our team of skilled clinicians and staff in our Forest Hills, Queens office. An esteemed authority in her field, Dr. Hafeez is frequently called upon by national media outlets to provide insight and analysis in the fields of neuropsychology, neurodiversity, and emerging issues in mental health.
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Comprehend The Mind-Comprehensive Consultation Psychological Services
Address : 114-20 Queens Blvd Cs2, Forest Hills, NY 11375, United States
Phone number : +1 718-441-0166