Sanaz Askari, MD

Psychiatrist, Psychotherapist

Psychiatrist

Psychotherapist

  • Specialized in Psychiatry from Iran University of Medical Sciences
  • Member of the Iranian Psychiatric Association
  • Member of the Iranian Psychotherapy Association
  • Psychiatry research fellowship In University of Arizona

Adult psychodynamic Counseling

Consultation for psychiatric diagnosis and evaluation of appropriate treatment plans

I believe that every individual deserves a safe, empathetic space to explore their
thoughts, emotions, and challenges. As a psychiatrist and psychotherapist, my role is to
listen deeply, support personal growth, and provide guidance through evidence-based
treatment. My approach combines compassion with scientific knowledge, empowering
clients to make meaningful and lasting changes in their lives.
Publications

Specialized in Psychiatry from Iran University of Medical Sciences

Member of the Iranian Psychiatric Association

Member of the Iranian Psychotherapy Association

Psychiatry research fellowship In University of Arizona

Askari S, Mokhtari S, Shariat SV, et al. Memantine Augmentation of Sertraline in
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: A Randomized Clinical Trial. BMC Psychiatry. 2022.

Eissazade N, Shalbafan M, Askari S, et al. Impact of COVID-19 on Iranian Psychiatric
Trainees’ Well-being and Education. Academic Psychiatry. 2022.

Shokrani M, Askari S, et al. Agomelatine Augmentation of Sertraline in OCD. BMC
Psychiatry. 2023.

Alipour-Kivi A, Eissazade N, Askari S, et al. Drug Holidays and Sexual Dysfunction in
SSRIs. BMC Psychiatry. 2024.

Hashmi N, Noorani M, Askari S, et al. AI and Telehealth in Psychodermatology. J
Cosmetic Dermatology. 2023.

Lalegani E, Eissazade N, Askari S, et al. Drug Holidays for Women with SSRI-Induced
Sexual Dysfunction. Brain Sciences. 2023.