Naheim Rida
Welcome! As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker holding a Master’s from the University of Michigan, I help individuals and couples navigate life’s transitions, overcome challenges, and build meaningful lives. My approach is holistic and tailored to you. I believe true healing engages the mind, body, and spirit. Together, we will draw on guided imagery, practical mental strategies, somatic interventions, and mindfulness to help you regulate your nervous system, honor your personal story, and build lasting emotional resilience. Therapy is a collaborative process built on safety and trust. I offer a warm, calm, and grounded space where you can focus on your personal growth at your own pace. Whether you are managing stress, processing trauma, or strengthening relationships, I am here to support you.
First session
Our first session is designed to be a gentle, grounding entry into our work together. We will focus on building a calm, present connection and creating a space where you can share whatever feels comfortable. We will spend time discussing what brings you to therapy, what true transformation looks like for you, and how we can best support your unique path in mental health. We will assess other factors (such as family history to general social connections) and explore some initial grounding techniques to help you feel centered before leaving the session. Think of this first meeting as focused on building safety, trust, and clarity for our journey forward.
Strengths
I bridge the gap between mind and body, using holistic awareness to help you process emotions effectively. By blending creative problem-solving with flexible strategies, I encourage self-expression and help you discover new ways to navigate life’s challenges. Inclusive care is central to my work. Having supported clients across diverse cultures, backgrounds, and life paths, I aim to provide a safe, welcoming environment where you feel fully understood and respected as we work together.
Ideal clients
My ideal client is an adult who may be feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, carrying some trauma or loss, or navigating significant life changes, and who longs for a deeper connection with themselves. Even if you feel stuck in your thoughts or disconnected from yourself, a part of you is still ready for real healing. You are looking for concrete strategies to navigate daily challenges, a calm space to unpack heavy emotions, or a clear path toward feeling more grounded.
Treatment methods
Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
We explore how your thoughts shape your feelings and choices. Working together, we’ll reframe unhelpful thinking, tackle challenges, and try out new behaviors to help you ease anxiety, boost your mood, and feel stronger from within.
Acceptance and commitment (ACT)
Instead of getting stuck in difficult thoughts and feelings, we view them as temporary. We’ll work together to define your values and turn them into real-life actions, so you can build a meaningful life through any challenge.
Mind-body approach
We use simple breathing exercises, gentle imagery, somatic approaches, and mindfulness to create a calm, restorative space. These practices help quiet your mind, soothe your nervous system, and bring a sense of peace and clarity to your life.
Location
Virtual sessions