Savita Mangar, LMHC, LMSW

Savita Mangar is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Licensed Master Social Worker with a mission to guide individuals toward harnessing their inherent healing potential in a meaningful and enduring manner. Her aim is to offer person-centered and strength-based services that cultivate equilibrium and empowerment. Drawing from a range of therapeutic philosophies and treatment methods, Savita actively collaborates with her clients, weaving evidence-based practices into a holistic framework. Serving as a guide, she believes in the diverse avenues of healing that lie within each individual.

Savita specializes in working with adolescents, recognizing the unique challenges they face in today's ever-changing world. The impact of the pandemic has reshaped their lives, leading to struggles in communication, social skills, and self-understanding. By focusing on self-humanization, Savita helps adolescents navigate the journey to self-acceptance.

As a woman of color and a first-generation American, Savita places significant importance on the multicultural dimension of healing. She understands the complexities of navigating a new society while honoring one's cultural heritage. Issues related to religion, interracial marriage, spirituality, and cultural customs can complicate this process. Savita's goal is to aid clients in finding a harmonious balance between their past and present, creating a life that resonates with their aspirations.

Savita's educational journey includes a Master's in Mental Health Counseling from Marist College and a Master's in Social Work from Adelphi University. Her experience spans community mental health, crisis intervention, and school-based counseling, with a consistent focus on children, adolescents, and emerging adults. At the heart of her practice is a commitment to helping individuals discover their inner resilience and embrace a holistic approach to well-being.