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Dr. Zakkiyyah Sally

Therapist
8 years of experience
  • Virtual
  • Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
  • Family therapy, Individual therapy

Great to meet you!

I have over 25 years of experience in the fields of education and counseling. I have worked as a teacher, school principal, and behavioral health counselor for children, adolescents, young adults, adults, couples, and families. I have earned a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership and a Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Additionally, I have a Doctorate Degree in Community Care and Counseling with a concentration in Traumatology.

My approach to therapy

I utilize the following evidence-based therapy approaches in counseling: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Family Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness.

What you can expect from me

I provide a safe and supportive therapy space where clients can explore thoughts, emotions, behaviors, and challenges. I work with clients by helping them to establish goals, reflect on their progress, gain clarity, and to develop strategies to achieve personal resilience.

About me

  • I identify as
    Black or African descent, Cisgender Woman
  • My style is
    Empowering, Affirming, Solution Oriented

Qualification and insurance

  • Years of experience
    8 years of experience
  • Training
    EdD (Doctor of Education) at Liberty University, MA (Master of Arts) at Liberty University
  • License type
    LPC (Licensed Professional Counselor) (New Jersey)
  • Licensed in
  • Insurance accepted
    Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna, Horizon Blue Cross and Blue Shield of New Jersey, Oscar, Oxford, Providence Health Plan, United Healthcare

Care details

  • Top specialties
    Anxiety, Depression, Stress management, Trauma
  • More specialties
    Family issues, Anger management, Grief or loss, Men's issues, Relationship issues, Women's issues, PTSD
  • Therapy methods
    Family Focused Therapy (FFT), Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Psychoeducational Family Therapy
  • Care types
    Family therapy, Individual therapy
  • Ages served
    Adolescents, Adults, Seniors, Children
  • Languages
    English
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