Sahar Younai, Psy.D.

Sahar Younai, Psy.D.
Psychology Post-Doctoral Fellow

Dr. Younai graduated from Hofstra University for her doctorate and also holds a Master's degree in Clinical Rehabilitation Neuropsychology from Touro College. She is passionate about successfully applying therapeutic principles to enhance mental health and the quality of life. She has a strong background in research and evidence-based approaches and believes in the strength of both individual and community support. Dr. Younai utilizes a holistic, collaborative approach drawing from the disciplines of cognitive psychology, neuroscience, and positive psychology. She has worked in Schools, Colleges, Rehabilitation Facilities, and Community Mental Health Care Centers to help clients of all ages empower themselves to live their best possible life. Dr. Younai specializes in ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression, Health-Related Concerns and Sleep Disturbances. As a Licensed School Psychologist, Dr. Younai is skilled in providing practical and easy to understand psycho-educational assessments to support IEP and 504 accommodations.

Specialties

Psychological Assessment & Testing for ADHD, Depression, Anxiety, IQ & Learning Disabilities.
Neurofeedback
ADHD Counseling and Intervention
Autism Spectrum Counseling and Intervention
Social Skills Training
Anxiety
Depression
Sleep Disturbances
Health-related concerns

Education

Doctor of Psychology
- Hofstra University, NY
Masters in Rehabilitation Neuropsychology
- Touro College, NY
Bachelor of Science, Psychobiology
- UCLA, California

Certifications

Limited Permit Psychologist
- Permit. P14344
Certified School Psychologist

Research

Younai, S (2017) Parent attitudes toward inclusive education and social participation. Publisher, Hofstra University.
Younai, S. and Garder, N (2015) The positive effects of social participation on quality of life in adults with Alzheimer's Disease. Publisher, Hofstra University.
Chopra I., Van Herle, A., Korenman, S., Viosca, S, and Younai, S (1995) Use of sodium ipodate in management of hyperthyroidism in subacute thyroiditis. The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism. 80 (7) 2178-2180 Affiliations

Affiliations

Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies
Autism Speaks

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Wavelengths Psychology

4770 Sunrise Highway, Ste 105, Massapequa Park, NY 11762 /100 Hicksville Road, Ste 203, Massapequa, NY 11758/520 Franklin Avenue, Ste L-18C, Garden City, NY 11530

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