Therapist profile
Yasaman Sherbaf, LPC
Virginia
Licensed counselor - Anger and relationships
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- CredentialsLPC
- LicenseLPC, Virginia / 0701013049
- NPI1902676877
- Experience3 years
- LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
- LocationVirginia
About
- CBT techniques
- DBT skills
- Mindfulness practice
About Yasaman
Yasaman Sherbaf is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) practicing in Virginia with three years of experience. She works with adults dealing with stress, anxiety, anger, and addiction-related concerns. She also helps people facing relationship and family issues, grief, trauma, and struggles with self-esteem.
Yasaman uses straightforward, evidence-informed approaches to help people manage intense feelings and improve daily functioning. Sessions often involve talking through what triggers anger or anxiety, identifying patterns, and testing small, practical changes outside of sessions. She draws from client-centered methods to keep the conversation focused on the person's priorities.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is part of her work when clients want to notice and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors. Dialectical Behavior Therapy skills are used for emotional regulation and coping when strong emotions make it hard to problem solve. Mindfulness-based techniques are offered to build present-moment awareness and reduce reactivity.
She also considers life context, including family of origin issues, communication difficulties, and cultural background. Yasaman speaks English and Spanish, so she can hold sessions in either language. Her work includes support for people navigating career changes, compassion fatigue, ADHD, and issues like codependency or substance use.
Her approach is collaborative and practical. She supports people in setting clear goals and trying manageable steps between sessions. To start, people complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule an initial meeting to see if the fit feels right.
How sessions work
How her approaches translate to online work
Yasaman commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy in sessions. CBT focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing new behavior patterns, which helps with anger linked to automatic thoughts and workplace stress. DBT offers specific skills for managing intense emotions, distress tolerance, and improving communication when anger feels overwhelming.She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy to keep sessions focused on the person's priorities and to guide goal setting. That approach helps when someone is unsure what to tackle first or wants a collaborative way to try different strategies. The therapist and client decide together which methods to emphasize based on goals and what works in practice.
Confirm the session formats available before booking, as format details are not specified here. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy week, allow shorter check-ins when needed, and remove travel time so people can use a lunch break or evening slot more easily. If someone prefers certain session rhythms or practical arrangements, those preferences are discussed at the first meeting to find a workable plan.
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Experience
3+ years
Listed in
Virginia
Languages
English, Spanish
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of problems does she address related to anger?
She works with anger that shows up as snapping at loved ones, workplace frustration, built-up resentment, and anger alongside trauma or substance use.
What is her general therapy style?
She uses a collaborative, client-centered style that focuses on clear goals. Sessions mix conversation with practical exercises to try between meetings.
How much experience does she have?
She has three years of clinical experience as a Licensed Professional Counselor in Virginia.
What credential does she hold and where is she based?
She is an LPC licensed in Virginia and practices from that state.
Can I work with her if I don’t speak English?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Does she work with international clients?
She accepts international clients; confirm any regional or licensing questions before booking.
How are sessions scheduled and paid for?
Cost varies with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What should I do to get started?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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