Dr. Niloo Dardashti, known as Dr. D to her clients, has been a practicing psychologist for roughly 20 years. She began her studies at the age of 16, when she took a Jungian Dream Interpretation Course and realized her life’s path: to understand and help the human condition. While earning her Bachelor’s at NYU, she studied various forms of Buddhism and further discovered her passion for combining Eastern and Western philosophies. Two years later, Dr. D earned her master’s degree followed by her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Long Island University, where she trained in CBT, DBT, Mindfulness-Based CBT, Psychodynamic Therapy, and Couples & Family Therapy. Her dissertation focused on the intersection of spirituality and psychotherapy. 

After earning her doctorate, Dr. D further delved into diverse mental health treatments including diet/nutrition, targeted amino acid therapy, biochemistry testing, anti-aging strategies, and the use of various nutraceuticals for mental wellness. She established her practice in NYC, Manhattan Psychology Group, which she co-owns with her partner, and subsequently sold the practice in 2024. At MPG and nationwide, Dr. D has helped hundreds of adults – integrating her extensive studies to offer a fresh, accelerated, and solution-oriented approach to change and conflict resolution. Today, Dr. D continues to provide focused coaching and awareness-based interventions to help clients achieve their goals in months, rather than years.

Beyond the therapy room, Dr. D produced a documentary titled Into the Twilight Haze, exploring the pop-culture phenomenon of the Twilight books and films. While the documentary focuses on the cross generational fascination with the Twilight Saga, it also explores many classic challenges and dilemmas commonly faced in long-term relationships.

Following the film, Dr. D authored a coffee table book, Fifty Shades of Women’s Desires, which addresses various relationship issues highlighted in the documentary.

As an educator, Dr. D has conducted workshops for clinicians focused on Integraive Mental Health principles regarding sleep, anxiety, and mood. The seminar was then compiled into an accessible online manual, called Holistic Mental Health & Wellness. 

Her most distinctive trait is her unfiltered, direct approach. She is driven by a profound desire to empower others to express their truths and help relationships flourish – both at home, and in the workplace.

Dr. D frequently shares her insights with the media on topics such as relationships, work-life balance, stress management, and workplace harmony.  Media queres can be sent here.