Behjat Sedighi

In the heart of Portland, Oregon, a compassionate beacon shines for individuals and families navigating the challenges of life with special needs. With over 16 years of experience in counseling and therapy, Behjat Sedighi offers a sanctuary for those battling anxiety, depression, loneliness, or feeling overwhelmed by life's hurdles. As the famous poet Rumi once said, "The wound is the place where the light enters you," an ethos that Sedighi embodies in her practice.

Understanding that each client is unique, Sedighi infuses an eclectic approach into her therapy sessions. She seamlessly blends trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Family Systems Theory, and Person-Centered Therapy to tailor her support to the individual needs of her clients. Her expertise is particularly valuable for children, adolescents, and families who have encountered trauma, providing them with the tools and techniques to overcome PTSD, depression, anxiety, and ADHD.

Among her specialties, Sedighi is certified in Collaborative Problem Solving (CPS), an evidence-based framework that emphasizes the philosophy "Kids do well if they can." This approach, developed by Dr. Stuart Ablon, is especially relevant for the special needs community, as it focuses on helping children and their families to navigate and solve problems collaboratively and with empathy.

Accessibility and understanding are at the core of Sedighi's services, which is reflected in her multilingual abilities, fluent in English, Farsi, and Kurdish, broadening her reach to serve a more diverse population. Recognizing the power of connection and support, she invites potential clients to reach out and discuss their individual situations, signaling a commitment to personalized care from the very first interaction.

For those in the Portland area seeking a supportive and skilled therapist, Behjat Sedighi's practice offers a ray of hope, illuminating paths to emotional healing and psychological wellbeing for members of the special needs community and beyond.