Dr. Sanaz Toghraei is an experienced psychologist, family counselor, and relationship specialist based in Tehran, Iran. She offers a variety of therapeutic services, including couples therapy, premarital counseling, individual psychotherapy, and guidance through life’s emotional challenges.
Clinical Focus & Services
Dr. Toghraei specializes in:
Marriage and Family Counseling
Premarital and Post-Marital Counseling
Individual Psychotherapy for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, infidelity, grief, and more
Techniques and orientations she uses include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), systemic family therapy, Gottman-method couples therapy, and communication skills training
She is also the author of a book titled “Healthy & Constructive Dialogue Between Spouses”
Professional Affiliations & Reputation
Dr. Toghraei is recognized for her thoughtful, empathetic, and systematic approach to therapy. On the “Ravandarman” platform, she is listed as a top psychologist in Tehran, offering services in multiple domains of relationships and mental health.
Her profiles list her as a psychologist, family counselor, marriage therapist, and consultant for individual counseling.
Selected Research & Thought Leadership
Dr. Toghraei has contributed academically, for example as a co-author of the paper:
“The effectiveness of familiarity with existential concerns on the meaning of life and emotional self-regulation of women on the verge of divorce”
In this 2025 study, she and colleagues demonstrated that interventions to familiarize clients with existential themes (such as meaning, responsibility, freedom) can positively influence both meaning in life and emotional regulation among women nearing marital separation.
This research underscores her interest in deeper existential and emotional processes, beyond symptom-level psychotherapy.