Dr. Sahar Khoshakhlagh.
My Story
Dr. Sahar Khoshakhlagh (Dr. K or Dr. Sahar) established her New York City practice in 2010, bringing over 15 years of healthcare management experience to her therapeutic work. With academic credentials in Psychology and Applied Psychology, complemented by a Doctorate in Couples and Family Therapy, she offers comprehensive expertise to her diverse clientele.
Dr. Sahar specializes in guiding clients through complex emotional landscapes. She helps them navigate anger that often stems from frustration or perceived injustice, manage stress from overwhelming demands, and address anxiety characterized by persistent worry. Her practice extends to supporting those experiencing depressive states marked by profound sadness and loss, working through trust issues born from betrayal or vulnerability, and tackling intimacy concerns by fostering improved communication and healthier connections.
Her therapeutic approach integrates several evidence-based methodologies, thoughtfully customized for each client:
- Attachment Theory to illuminate relationship patterns
- Relationship Enhancement strategies to strengthen interpersonal bonds
- Mindfulness practices to cultivate present-moment awareness
- Narrative Therapy to help clients reexamine their life stories and author new, empowering narratives
Dr. Sahar’s contributions to Trauma-Informed Care have earned significant recognition, including an Honorary Citation from State Senator Kevin Parker and a Certificate of Recognition from the NYPD's Crisis Intervention Program. Senator Parker has commended her dedicated work in transforming trauma perceptions and empowering individuals within their communities.
Beyond individual counseling, Dr. Sahar excels in working with couples and families. She employs a systemic perspective, viewing relationships as interconnected networks where each person's wellbeing contributes to the collective health of the unit. In sessions, she facilitates exploration of relationship dynamics, helping clients understand how individual stories interweave to create the larger family narrative.
Dr. Sahar’s methodology is both diverse and evidence-grounded, blending various therapeutic techniques to create a distinctive path forward for each individual, couple, and family she serves. This personalized approach ensures that therapy resonates with your unique circumstances, addressing your specific needs and goals with warmth, insight, and professional expertise.
Prestigious Recognitions
- Honorary Citation from Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams
- Acknowledgment from State Senator Kevin Parker
- Acknowledgment from former Mayor Bill de Blasio
- Acknowledgment from the NYPD's Crisis Intervention Program
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Years of Experience
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Prestigious Recognitions
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Clients Helped
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My approaches
That Supports Your Journey
Attachment Theory
Attachment Theory explores how early relationship patterns shape our emotional bonds. Therapy focuses on building secure connections by healing past wounds and fostering trust and resilience.
Attachment-Based Therapy
Attachment-Based Therapy focuses on nurturing secure emotional bonds by understanding how early experiences influence current relationships. It supports healing through trust, emotional attunement, and meaningful connection.
Bowenian Therapy
Bowenian Therapy helps individuals find balance between autonomy and connection within their family system. It promotes insight, emotional regulation, and healthier multigenerational relationships.
Cognitive Restructuring
Cognitive Restructuring is a core technique in cognitive-behavioral therapy that helps individuals shift unhelpful thought patterns to reduce distress and promote healthier emotional and behavioral responses.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
EFT is a structured approach to strengthening emotional bonds by identifying negative cycles, fostering secure attachment, and enhancing emotional responsiveness in relationships.
Existential Therapy
Existential Therapy invites clients to explore life’s deeper questions—meaning, choice, and mortality—to foster authenticity, self-awareness, and empowered decision-making.
Jungian Psychology
Rooted in depth psychology, Jungian Therapy focuses on personal transformation through dream work, symbolism, and integrating all parts of the self to foster wholeness and meaning.
Psychodynamic Therapy
Psychodynamic Therapy delves into unconscious processes and early experiences to uncover the roots of emotional struggles, foster insight, and promote lasting change in relationships and self-understanding.
Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT)
REBT is a solution-focused approach that helps individuals challenge irrational beliefs, think more logically, and cultivate emotional resilience through self-acceptance and healthy coping strategies.
Relationship Enhancement Therapy
This therapy strengthens partnerships by enhancing communication, empathy, and emotional connection—helping couples build healthier, more resilient relationships.
Solution-Focused Therapy
Solution-Focused Therapy emphasizes strengths, resources, and future goals—empowering clients to create change through practical, achievable steps.
Systems Therapy
Systems Therapy examines how individuals function within their relational networks—focusing on interaction patterns, communication, and collaborative change to improve overall system health.
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