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Licensed clinical social worker recordNew York

Sahra Robinson

Sahra Robinson, LCSW

New York

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Anxiety and Depression

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Credentials
LCSW
Licensed in New York
LCSW, licence 074680
NPI
1467707810
Experience
24 years
Languages
English
Location
New York

These details come from information Sahra supplied to BetterHelp. A licence can be checked with the social work board of the state that issued it, and an NPI with the national registry.

AAbout

  • Stress and anxiety
  • Self esteem
  • Motivation work

About Sahra

Sahra Robinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensed in New York with 24 years of professional experience. She focuses on stress, anxiety, anger management, motivation, self-esteem and confidence, and works with people dealing with depression and related concerns.

Her approach is straightforward. She encourages open conversation about thoughts and feelings. Sessions are practical and aimed at making daily life easier to manage. She pays attention to relationships, work pressures, and the specific problems that cause someone to seek help.

Sahra draws on a mix of methods to suit the person sitting across from her. She uses client-centered techniques to follow what matters most to the client. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helps tackle thinking patterns that feed anxiety and low mood. Mindfulness practices are used to build tolerance for difficult feelings.

She also brings motivational interviewing to conversations about change and psychodynamic ideas to look at past patterns that affect present behavior. Those tools are used where they fit the person's goals and pace. The emphasis is on clear, manageable steps rather than abstract theory.

Sahra supports people through a range of life events from grief and relationship concerns to parenting stress, addiction issues, chronic illness, and career transitions. The work tends to be collaborative and focused on what will help someone feel more able to cope day to day.

BHow sessions work

How Sahra uses evidence-based approaches online

Sahra often uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help identify and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is practical and works well for anxiety, depression, panic, and many stress-related concerns. It usually includes homework and short exercises to try between sessions.

She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, which means sessions follow the client's priorities and pace. This approach focuses on listening, clarifying what matters, and supporting decisions about next steps. Mindfulness Therapy is used to build skills for sitting with strong emotions and reducing reactivity in daily life.

Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. Sahra will collaborate with the client to decide which methods fit their goals and comfort level. She adapts strategies as progress is made and as new issues arise.

The specific session formats offered with Sahra are not listed here. Please confirm current online session options before booking. Online work can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, reduce travel time, and make it possible to work around work and family commitments.

CAreas of focus

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesAnger managementSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused Therapy

Experience

24+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

DQuestions

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does she address?

Sahra works with stress, anxiety, anger, self-esteem, depression, addictions, trauma and abuse, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping difficulties, parenting and career concerns, ADHD, and other life changes.

What is her general therapeutic style?

She uses a client-centered style that focuses on what matters to the person. She combines practical approaches like CBT and mindfulness with motivational interviewing and psychodynamic ideas as needed.

How much experience does she have?

She has 24 years of professional experience working in clinical settings and with individual clients.

Is she licensed and where does she practice?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker - LCSW - licensed in New York and practices in that state.

Which languages are supported in sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can people outside the United States work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment handled?

Cost varies with location and services. Sessions use a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What are the first steps to begin?

Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session to get started.

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