Understanding before changing.
For me, psychotherapy is a space for developing a deeper understanding of human experience; within the context of relationships, emotions, patterns of thought, and the realities of everyday life. My approach is empathic, evidence-informed, and integrative, focusing not on predetermined solutions, but on understanding what is meaningful and helpful for each individual.
Get in TouchMy Philosophy
I don’t see psychotherapy as an attempt to “fix” people. To me, therapy is a shared journey of understanding — understanding how our experiences, relationships, family, culture, emotions, body, and the ways we have learned to navigate the world over time have shaped who we are today. Many of the patterns of thought, emotion, and behaviour that cause us distress today once made sense in the circumstances in which they developed. They may have helped us protect ourselves, cope with difficult situations, or meet important needs. The question is not whether these patterns were “wrong,” but whether they still serve us in the same way today. Rather than trying to replace “wrong” thoughts with “right” ones, therapy begins with curiosity. We explore how certain patterns came to be, what purpose they may have served, and whether they continue to be helpful in your life now. I also don’t see emotions such as anxiety, sadness, anger, or shame simply as problems to be eliminated. They often carry information: they may draw our attention to unmet needs, overlooked boundaries, unresolved conflicts, or parts of our lives that require greater care and attention. My aim is not to provide ready-made answers, but to create a space in which you can develop a deeper understanding of yourself, your relationships, and your life story; become more flexible in responding to life’s challenges; and discover new possibilities for thinking, feeling, and acting. Change, in this sense, is not about moving towards a predetermined version of what it means to be “better,” but about finding ways of living that are more consistent with your own needs, values, and sense of self. In my therapeutic work, I draw on insights from psychotherapy, cognitive science, and neuroscience. More important than any particular theory or technique, however, is my belief that every person has a unique story — and that therapy should take shape around that story. Lasting change often begins when, instead of judging ourselves, we start to understand ourselves.
MY APPROACH
In my therapeutic work, I combine a systemic perspective with ideas and methods from different psychotherapeutic approaches and current scientific research. Rather than following a fixed model, I aim to shape therapy around each person’s individual needs, experiences, and circumstances.
We understand your experience within the context of your life, looking at relationships, family, environment, and patterns of interaction that may contribute to how you feel and how difficulties are maintained.
We explore past experiences, emotional and relational patterns, and processes that may operate outside conscious awareness but continue to influence how you feel, relate, and make choices today.
You are seen first and foremost as a unique person — with your own experiences, values, strengths, and capacity for growth. The therapeutic relationship is grounded in empathy, respect, and acceptance.
We explore how thoughts, emotions, and behaviours influence one another and identify patterns that may no longer be serving you. Together, we develop new and practical ways of responding to difficult situations.
Psychological experience does not take place in our thoughts alone. We also attend to emotions, bodily sensations, arousal, and regulation, recognising the interplay between mind and body as an important part of therapy.
This integrative approach allows therapy to take shape not around a predetermined model, but around you and what you need at this particular point in your life.
THERAPEUTIC FOCUS
I work with a broad range of psychological concerns and life challenges, including:
Worry, overthinking, panic attacks, and feeling tense or constantly on edge
Low mood, reduced motivation and energy, sadness, and loss of interest or pleasure
Relationship difficulties, trust, boundaries, couple and family conflicts, and recurring relational patterns
Chronic stress, exhaustion, and feeling overwhelmed by work or life
Coping with loss, grieving, and adjusting to a changed reality
Alcohol or substance use, gambling, and other addictive behaviours that have become difficult to control
Self-esteem and self-criticism, migration, changes in work or relationships, and adjusting to new phases of life
Understanding yourself and your patterns more deeply, making more conscious choices, and creating a more meaningful and fulfilling life
Sessions available in-person in Tehran or online.
Confidentiality and respect for your privacy are fundamental to every session.
Focused time for conversation, understanding, and change.
If you have questions about psychotherapy, my approach, or whether this way of working might be right for you, please feel free to ask. I’ll be happy to help you get a clearer sense of what to expect from therapy.
Ask a QuestionWhether you’d like to schedule a session or simply have a question, you’re welcome to reach out.
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