Sasha Samaranayake
she/her
About
Sasha
Hi i'm Sasha! In my work I prioritize building strong therapeutic rapport and fostering a trusting alliance with each client. My clinical style is client-centered, rooted in compassionate and empathetic care tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs. I utilize an integrative approach, drawing from a variety of evidence-based modalities depending on what is most effective and supportive for the client. It's important to me to create a safe, collaborative space where clients feel understood, empowered, and supported in their growth and healing.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time outdoors in nature and exploring new movement-based activities. I value health and wellness and love staying active, traveling, cooking new recipes, baking, reading, music, comedy, creating art, and learning about different cultures. I also enjoy discovering new foods and find joy in volunteering and staying connected to my community.
Sasha
treats clients with
Stress
Depression
Anxiety
Cultural or Racial Identity
Childhood Challenges
Grief and Loss
Weight Management
Anger
Body Dysmorphic Disorder
Borderline Personality Disorder
Relationship Difficulties
Sex/Intimacy
Trauma and PTSD
Communities
Sasha
specializes in
Religion
Spirituality
Women's Issues
Men's Issues
Immigrants/Refugees
Approaches
Sasha
can use
Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral (DBT)
Mindfulness
Motivational Interviewing
Narrative Therapy
Psychodynamic
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Social Phobia
Sasha
education and experience
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Harmony Place
- Therapist at Optimum Performance Institute
- Intern at Haven Hills
- Intern at Kaiser Behavioral Health Unit
- Master's in Social Work from California State University, Northridge
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from California State University, Northridge
Sasha
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