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By empathizing with the unique circumstances of marginalized communities – the team at We Rise Therapy & Wellness empower you by providing a safe place to heal holistically.

Samia Qadri, M.Ed, M.S, LAC (she, her)

“The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us but those who win battles we know nothing about.”

Hello! I’m so happy you’re here.  I received my B.S. in Psychology and M.Ed Higher Education as well as M.S. Clinical Mental Health, currently I am a Doctoral student.  

I am a National Certified Counselor, LAC, and I have integrated cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, EMDR, and trauma-informed care practices into my work.  In my post-graduate training, I have supervised clinicians in training and instructed graduate-level courses. I have continued to advance my clinical training during my Ph.D. studies. 

I believe therapy requires balance. I will assist you in processing past events that inform your current struggles. At the same time, I will support you in learning new skills to live a more aware and present life. I use a collaborative approach in which you are the expert in your experiences. My clients would describe me as down-to-earth, sincere, and appreciative of humor.

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Self Care Rituals
  • Travel (I’ve visited over 20 countries)
  • Running (half marathons and strength training)
  • Playing tug with my puppy
  • Non-sleep deep rest (term by Andrew Huberman)
  • Audiobooks
MY STYLE

My approach to therapy is informed by a multicultural lens that acknowledges how our stories are shaped by social influences, including our families, cultural and religious communities, and other social systems. I aim to provide a safe space for women of color by considering global perspectives and challenging oppressive systems. I am also inclusive of women of color with intersecting minority identities, such as those who are LGBTQ+ and Muslim

Inspirational Books

Come As You Are
The Untethered Soul
The Power of Now
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Therapy focus/specialties:

  • Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

  • Perinatal Mental Health

Credentials and certifications
  • LAC
SERVICES I OFFER

Telehealth individual therapy, groups, seminars and workshops