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Dr. Nafisa Sekandari

Psychologist
14 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, OCD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues
  • Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

Dr. Nafisa Sekandari, a holistic and integrative clinical psychologist with 15+ years of experience, specializes in anxiety-based disorders. Before earning her doctorate, she worked as a school psychologist for seven years. Originally from Afghanistan, she speaks Dari/Farsi and provides individual counseling to Afghan refugees, offering culturally sensitive care to support their mental health and well-being.

My approach to therapy

support both mental and physical health. By addressing the root causes of anxiety and stress—rather than just managing symptoms—she helps clients achieve lasting transformation. Her method combines psychological, behavioral, emotional, somatic, and lifestyle interventions for deep, sustainable healing.

What you can expect from me

Clients working with Dr. Nafisa Sekandari can expect to gain a deeper understanding of the root causes of their anxiety and stress while learning practical, evidence-based strategies to heal and regain control. Through a holistic approach, they will develop resilience, emotional balance, and sustainable habits that empower them to overcome challenges and achieve lasting mental and physical well-being.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Holistic, Empowering, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    14 years of experience
  • Training
    PsyD (Doctor of Psychology) at Alliant International University, BA (Bachelor of Arts) at Humboldt State University
  • License type
    Psychologist (Arizona)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, OCD, Cultural & ethnic issues, Women's issues
  • More specialties
    Depression, Sleep disorder, Stress management, Anger management, Panic disorders, Relationship issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Farsi