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Saila Akhtar, LMHC

Licensed LMHC for trauma and families
  • Trauma informed care
  • Family and relationship support
  • Anxiety and mood focus

About Saila Akhtar

Saila Akhtar is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC) with professional licensure in New York and Florida. She brings eight years of clinical experience working with at-risk children and their families, supporting people facing depression, anxiety, relationship strain, parenting difficulties, career obstacles, OCD, ADHD, substance use concerns, and family conflict. She has also worked with many individuals who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse.

Her counseling style is interactive and collaborative, centered on establishing strong rapport and creating a respectful, sensitive, and compassionate environment for open dialogue. She draws on cognitive-behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic ideas, and person-centered principles to shape individualized conversations and treatment plans. Each plan is tailored to the unique needs and goals of the person seeking support.

Saila emphasizes the courage it takes to seek help and approaches work as a partnership with those ready to explore change. She provides therapeutic guidance and coaching designed to help clients move toward their aims while honoring their pace and preferences.

Areas of Expertise

Primary Focus

Stress, AnxietyAddictionsFamily conflictsTrauma and abuseSelf esteem

Also Specializes In

Relationship issuesGriefIntimacy-related issuesParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderDepressionCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional Focus Areas

AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAging and geriatric issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsDivorce and separationDomestic violenceDrug and alcohol addictionEating and food-related issuesFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesImpulsivityIntellectual disabilityIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMoney and financial issuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-harmSelf-loveSex addictionSexual assault and abuseSexualitySocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic Approach

Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Existential Therapy Jungian Therapy Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy

Frequently Asked Questions

How much experience does Saila Akhtar have?

Saila Akhtar has 8 years of professional experience.

Is Saila Akhtar a licensed therapist?

Yes. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC). License details: FL LMHC MH18925, NY LMHC 008338.

In which languages does Saila Akhtar provide therapy?

Saila Akhtar provides therapy in English.

Where is Saila Akhtar located?

She is located in Florida.

How can I work with Saila Akhtar as my therapist?

Clients can work with Saila Akhtar through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.

Does Saila Akhtar work with international clients?

Saila Akhtar does not currently work with international clients.

How much does therapy with Saila Akhtar cost?

The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.

How can I get started with therapy?

Getting started with therapy is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with a therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule a first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.

Could Remote Counseling Be a Good Fit?

Many people consider whether remote counseling can make a meaningful difference in their lives. For many common concerns - including stress, anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or navigating life transitions - online therapy is comparable to traditional in-person sessions and can be an effective way to access support.

One major benefit is flexibility. Clients can connect with therapists in the format that fits their routines and comfort level - by video call, phone session, live chat, or in-app messaging. This flexibility helps therapy fit into busy schedules and varying life circumstances.

All participating therapists are licensed professionals, and clients may choose a different therapist at any time if they need a better fit. For many people, online therapy offers a practical, accessible option for working toward personal goals with professional guidance.

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