- Stress and anxiety
- Family of origin
- CBT and DBT methods
About Yasaman
Yasaman Sherbaf is an LPC - Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia with three years of clinical experience. She works with adults facing stress, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction concerns, and family of origin issues. She also supports people handling grief, low self-esteem, anger, career transitions, and challenges related to ADHD and bipolar conditions.
Her approach centers on clear, practical conversation. She uses Client-Centered techniques to listen and reflect, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to identify unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills for emotion regulation. Sessions are direct and focused on small, usable changes rather than lengthy theory talks.
Sherbaf pays attention to how family patterns shape current relationships and daily choices. She helps people notice repeating roles and expectations they learned growing up, and then looks at manageable steps to change those patterns. Work may include practicing communication, setting boundaries, or reducing harmful coping behaviors.
She brings multicultural awareness to sessions and offers work in English and Spanish. The aim is practical problem-solving, such as reducing anxiety symptoms, addressing substance use concerns, or improving intimacy-related issues. Her method mixes talking, skill practice, and goal-setting.
Clients can expect collaborative planning in the first sessions and concrete homework between meetings when useful. The focus is on steady progress toward clearer thinking, better coping skills, and healthier relationship habits.
How her approaches fit into online work
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and reflecting. The therapist follows the client’s lead, helping people clarify what matters and decide next steps. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) targets thought patterns and behaviors with practical exercises to reduce anxiety, manage mood, and change unhelpful habits. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) provides specific skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and improving communication in stressful moments.Finding the right approach is part of the work together. The therapist and client review goals, try methods, and adjust plans based on what helps most. That collaborative process means techniques may be mixed so the work fits the individual’s needs and preferences.
Session formats are not listed in the biography, so confirm current options before booking. Many people choose online sessions because they can fit therapy into a workday, avoid travel time, or select shorter check-ins when needed. Online work can make it easier to practice skills between meetings and to bring real-life situations into discussion during sessions.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does she address?
She works with stress, anxiety, relationships, addictions, self-esteem, grief, anger, and family of origin issues among other concerns.
What is her therapeutic style?
The approach is conversational and practical, using Client-Centered listening alongside CBT and DBT skills to create actionable steps.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Where is she based and licensed?
She is licensed as an LPC in Virginia and practices from that state.
Which languages are supported?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She does accept international clients; confirm time zone and scheduling when booking.
How are sessions priced?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What steps do I take to begin?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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