Sabrina Ishrat, LPC (she/her)

Not unlike many within this field, my own experiences with mental health influenced my decision to become a therapist. Through my own struggles in my young life, I found a passion for hearing other people’s experiences and empowering others to identify and utilize their strengths in moments of hardship.

A couple of areas I specialize in navigating are:

  • Ideas of perfectionism

  • Developing self-compassion

  • Exploring one’s cultural identity

  • Coping with and understanding feeling “not good enough"

  • Overcoming the stress of living up to expectations (cultural, intrapersonal, societal, parental)

  • Setting boundaries

  • Overcoming generational and childhood trauma

  • Feeling torn between two or more cultures

  • Feelings of shame, worry, or guilt

I am an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist and I have a particular skill in working with people of color, first and second-generation immigrants, and folks new to therapy. Additionally, I deeply understand, honor, and respect the South Asian and Middle Eastern religions and cultures.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree — Psychology

  • Berry College

Master’s Degree — Mental Health Counseling

  • The University of Georgia

Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Georgia - LPC013309

I regularly attend workshops and online trainings in various mental health and counseling topics to maintain my professional licensure and to continue to grow as a therapist. As a professional in the mental health space working with diverse populations, I make sure that I remain teachable. Alongside attending trainings, I also facilitate Cultural Competency Trainings for clinicians and behavioral health professionals.

my approach

Choosing a therapist can be a daunting process. I am inspired by anyone who is willing to reach out in order to challenge and heal themselves. I believe safety and non-judgment are among the most important aspects of the therapeutic relationship. I am committed to supporting you as we explore your thoughts and feelings, looking closely at barriers that until now have limited your insights and clarity. I endeavor to bring warmth, awareness, and connection to my sessions. I co-create a unique healing experience with clients, often using humor and creativity to encourage mindfulness, self-compassion, and change. I believe firmly that healing is non-linear, and absolutely that it is possible.

 I tend to work from a strength-based and person-centered approach and I work from a blend of humanistic, relational, multicultural,  feminist, and psychodynamic lenses, which means I work to help clients gain a clearer insight into their lives, identities, and relationships while holding that each person is a unique, valuable being. We'll look at patterns that have shown up again and again in your life by gaining a deeper understanding of your emotions, thoughts, family dynamics, early-life experiences, and beliefs. Once we can see these patterns clearly is when we can begin to approach the change you'd like to see. We'll also focus on your relationships, values, culture, and autonomy. I borrow techniques from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Mindfulness-Based Self Compassion, and Motivational Interviewing. I also encourage the discussion of intersectional identity. If you're not sure what that means, let's talk about it! Once we establish your goals, we'll develop a treatment plan with what's best for you.

Through a collaborative, compassionate, and person-centered approach to psychotherapy, we will work on exploring and cultivating your most authentic self.