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Sahra Robinson

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Sahra Robinson, LCSW

New York

LCSW in New York - anxiety and depression

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  • CBT methods
  • Mindfulness tools
  • Client-centered

About Sahra

Sahra Robinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York with 24 years of professional experience. She helps people who are dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression. Sahra emphasizes straightforward work that addresses what is causing day-to-day strain.

She focuses on practical conversations about thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Sessions tend to identify patterns that increase worry or low mood, then test small changes to see what helps. The work includes talking through recent problems and practicing new responses in real situations.

Sahra draws on cognitive behavioral techniques to notice and shift unhelpful thoughts. She also uses client-centered methods that concentrate on the person’s priorities and strengths. Mindfulness strategies and motivational interviewing may appear when the goal is to increase focus or sustain change.

Her practice supports people facing a wide range of concerns. These include relationship and intimacy-related issues, grief, trauma and abuse, addictions, sleeping and eating difficulties, parenting challenges, and career or life-change transitions. She also works with issues such as chronic illness or pain, caregiver stress, blended family tensions, and postpartum depression.

Sahra aims for clear, practical steps rather than abstract talk. New clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule a first session to begin. People should confirm current session options before booking.

How her approaches translate to online sessions

She commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thought patterns and test small behavior changes that reduce anxiety or low mood. CBT sessions are often structured and goal-focused, which can work well across different formats.

She also uses client-centered methods that prioritize what the person wants to work on and build on existing strengths. Mindfulness techniques are offered to help with attention, sleep, or stress regulation and usually involve short exercises or practice between meetings.

Finding the right approach is part of the work. Sahra collaborates with each person to decide which methods fit their priorities, goals, and day-to-day routine. That choice can evolve as progress is tracked and new problems arise.

The site notes current session formats when available, so confirm the options before booking. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy schedule, allow shorter check-ins when needed, reduce travel time, and let people join from wherever they have quieter surroundings. Ask about the session formats offered when you schedule your first appointment.

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

Additional focus areas

Therapeutic approaches

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

Experience

24+ years

Listed in

New York

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does she work with most often?

She works with stress, anxiety, anger, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, and depression, plus related issues such as relationship concerns, grief, trauma and addictions.

How does she use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?

She uses CBT techniques to help people notice unhelpful thoughts and try different, practical responses to reduce distress and improve daily functioning.

What is her professional background?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 24 years of professional experience working with a range of emotional and behavioral concerns.

Where is she licensed to practice?

She holds an LCSW license in New York and works from that state.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Does she work with clients outside the United States?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are sessions priced?

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

How do I begin working with her?

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

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