Purnima Sahgal

About Us

Our unique life experiences influence how we relate to ourselves, and others. This is the lived lens through which we approach problems. We all have latent capabilities and skills to overcome challenges, but may find it hard to access them. It can be very helpful to speak with an objective person to gain insight and a better understanding of oneself. I work from an empowerment model, with a compassionate approach. I endeavor to build a therapeutic relationship founded on equality, trust and safety to achieve mutually agreed upon goals. , I am a trauma-informed psychotherapist specializing in PTSD, anxiety, depression, substance use, relationship issues and acculturation challenges. I have worked with survivors of domestic violence, abuse and neglect. My training included placements at the Department of Children and Families and the Victims of Violence Program at Cambridge Health Alliance. , Besides private practice, I provide therapy at a university counseling center. I also offer psychotherapy to adolescents, adults, couples and families at a community mental health clinic. I welcome cultural diversity. In my practice I am innately curious about, and keenly attuned to, unique cultural factors that affect my clients’ lives and their therapy.