Areas of focus:
Children (3-11 years)
Teens
Trauma
Anxiety
Depression,
Crisis intervention
Identity development
Multicultural and immigrant experiences
Self-esteem
Rates:
$145/session
Alizay Sajjad MSW, LSWAIC
I am a trauma-informed mental health professional with experience in crisis intervention, emergency department social work, and culturally responsive care. I received my Master of Social Work from Columbia University and have worked extensively with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, burnout, identity development, and major life transitions.
As a Pakistani American hijabi woman, my work is deeply informed by my understanding of multicultural identities, intergenerational experiences, and the importance of representation within mental health spaces. I am especially passionate about supporting BIPOC communities, Muslim clients, women, healthcare workers, and young adults navigating cultural and interpersonal stressors.
My therapeutic approach is integrative, drawing from strengths-based, person-centered, and trauma-informed modalities with an emphasis on empowerment, resilience, and authenticity.
Outside of my professional work, I am passionate about creative writing, art, fashion, and cultural studies, and I enjoy exploring the intersections of identity, storytelling, and healing. I value mindfulness, spirituality, and spending time with family and community.
Education and Training:
Masters: Columbia University Masters of Social Work w/a clinical focus
Bachelors: University of Washington Bachelors in Sociology, Art and Information Systems