Saadia Ahmad, Registered Social Worker, Psychotherapist

(She/Her pronouns)

Welcome! It takes a lot of courage to reach out for support.

My name is Saadia Ahmad and for over 20 years I have worked collaboratively with individuals who experience mental health and/or substance use issues to gain an improved sense of wellbeing and balance in their lives. Whether you have been in therapy at different points in your life or are considering therapy for the first time, I will help you to identify unhelpful patterns and learn more effective ways of coping. We all know that life can be hard and people can find themselves experiencing challenges including feeling stuck, difficulty managing relationships, difficulty regulating emotions, dealing with family conflict/issues, struggling with low self-worth, and being fearful of change. I will listen, support, and guide you through this process to help you achieve your specific goals.

Being flexible in my approach, I will use evidence-based modalities, such as:

• Motivational Interviewing
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
• Compassion-focused strategies
• Mindfulness
• Attachment-based models such as Emotion Focused Therapy

All of the therapy I provide is strength-based, nonjudgmental, and delivered within an Anti-Oppression Framework. I have a deep understanding of how our identities can impact the way we experience others and the world and, in turn, how others and the world see and treat us.

It is so important to make sure there is a good fit between you and your therapist as this can be such heavy work that requires trust. If you decide to let me help you through this meaningful process, I will provide you with the tools to move forward and create change.

I offer a 15-20 minute free consult which will allow you to discuss your needs and goals for therapy. You can reach me by calling 437-747-7753 or through email saadiaahmad18@rogers.com.  My rate is $150/hour for Individual sessions and $180 for Couples. I do offer a sliding scale.  

Looking forward to connecting with you.