Shamir Khan, Ph.D.

Shamir Khan, Ph.D. is a clinical psychologist based in New York City with extensive experience in treating adolescents, adults, couples, and families.12 He received his training at Columbia University, earning his MS, M.Phil., and Ph.D. in psychology between 2005 and 2006, followed by an internship and postdoctoral fellowship.1

Professional Experience

Dr. Khan has been running his private practice, Shamir A. Khan, Ph.D., P.C., since 2007.2 As an integrative psychologist, he employs various treatment modalities to match each client's unique needs and goals.23 His approach is flexible, offering both short-term and long-term treatment options.

Specializations and Focus Areas

Dr. Khan's practice has a particular focus on serving underrepresented populations in mental health services, including:

• BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) clients
• South Asians
• Muslims
• Asians
• Caribbean populations
• Immigrants
• Men of color2

Academic Involvement

In addition to his clinical work, Dr. Khan has been involved in academia:

• Served as an Adjunct Associate Professor of Psychology & Education at Teachers College, Columbia University from 2007 to 2021
• Taught core curriculum courses for Ph.D. candidates in Clinical and Counseling Psychology Programs2

Previous Experience

Dr. Khan's professional background includes various roles that have contributed to his expertise:

• Child Psychology Extern at St. John's University and New York University School of Medicine
• Graduate Research Assistant at NYU School of Medicine, focusing on traumatic bereavement related to the September 11th attacks
• Assistant Psychiatry Supervisor at Mount Sinai Medical Center, where he was involved in numerous clinical trials focusing on ADHD, Major Depressive Disorder, and other mental health conditions2

Dr. Shamir Khan is known for his integrative approach to therapy, working across the developmental lifespan and utilizing different therapeutic modalities to best serve his clients' needs.34