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Jafar Bakhshaie

Psychologist
5 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Family therapy

Great to meet you!

If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, stuck, or worn down by stress, trauma, relationships, or health concerns, therapy can help you find a clearer path forward. I’m a licensed psychologist who works with adults, with clinical and academic experience at Massachusetts General Hospital and Harvard Medical School. My style is warm, practical, and evidence-based, while always tailored to you as a person.

My approach to therapy

My approach is active, collaborative, and practical. I draw from CBT, ACT, mindfulness-based approaches, CPT, and motivational interviewing to help you understand patterns, develop effective coping skills, and make meaningful changes. I won’t simply sit back and listen—we’ll work together toward goals that matter to you, at a pace that feels comfortable and sustainable.

What you can expect from me

Our first session is a chance for you to feel understood and decide whether we’re a good fit. We’ll talk about what brings you to therapy, what has and hasn’t helped, and what you would like to change. By the end, we’ll identify your priorities and begin developing a clear, realistic plan for moving forward.

About me

  • I identify as
    Other Racial or Ethnic Background, Man
  • My style is
    Open Minded, Solution Oriented, Affirming

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    5 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at University of Houston, University Park
  • License type
    CP (Clinical Psychologist) (Massachusetts)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, LGBTQIA+, Stress management, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Substance use / addiction, ADD/ADHD, OCD, Sleep disorder, Family issues, Anger management, Panic disorders, Cultural & ethnic issues, End of life care, Grief or loss, Physical health issues, Men's issues, Trauma, Chronic conditions
  • Therapy methods
    Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Problem-Solving Therapy (PST), Behavior Management, Unified Protocol (UP), Exposure Response Prevention, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Behavioral, Motivational Interviewing, Behavioral Activation (BA), Positive Psychology, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy, Cognitive Processing (CPT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Family therapy
  • Ages served
    Seniors, Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Farsi