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Sinem Akay-Sullivan

Therapist
15 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Family issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy

Great to meet you!

I have been practicing with clients from all ages and backgrounds for over 15 years. I have a doctoral degree in counseling from the University of North Texas. I work with a variety of issues such as anxiety, depression, social problems, trauma, postpartum issues, and neurodiversity related challenges.

My approach to therapy

My first step in therapy is to get to know my clients and providing a safe and nonjudgmental environment for them. I respect every life style, belief system, and ways of being, and I make sure that my clients to feel this in my sessions as well.

I have a hands-on approach in working with all age groups which includes helping them to learn new strategies to deal with challenges in their lives. I also provide them with space and time to freely discuss their challenges.

In addition to working with a variety of issues, I am specialized in trauma work. I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR.

What you can expect from me

When I create my treatment plans for clients, I have open discussions with them about what they would like to accomplish in therapy.

About me

  • I identify as
    Caucasian, Woman
  • My style is
    Inquisitive, Warm, Empowering

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    15 years of experience
  • Training
    PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) at University of North Texas
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (Texas)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna

Cost

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Family issues, Trauma, PTSD
  • More specialties
    Depression, OCD, Stress management, Grief or loss, Maternal mental health, Relationship issues
  • Therapy methods
    Trauma Focused CBT, Play, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Cognitive Processing (CPT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
  • Care types
    Individual therapy, Child or adolescent therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Seniors, Adults
  • Languages
    English, Turkish