Aaiza Chaudhry

Through my training and ongoing education, I stay up-to-date on the latest research and techniques in the field of therapy. I have experience using various evidence-based therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Gestalt therapy, and exposure therapy. I will use techniques to challenge and restructure your thinking patterns, emphasize skills training such as mindfulness and distress tolerance, and engage you in role-playing, empty chair work, and guided visualization to gain insight into your behaviors and resolve internal conflicts. Using exposure therapy, I will slowly and cautiously expose you to situations, memories, or triggers causing distress. We will gradually desensitize your behaviors and reduce avoidance behaviors to help you regain a sense of safety and control. Our sessions will allow for self-reflection, introspection, and the opportunity to reframe unhelpful beliefs, ultimately enhancing your overall wellbeing.

My personal beliefs are deeply rooted in principles of empowerment, empathy, and respect for the uniqueness and inherent worth of every individual. I hold a firm conviction everyone has the capacity for growth and positive change, regardless of their circumstances or beliefs. My values align closely with the NASW Code of Ethics, which emphasizes the importance of promoting self-determination and client autonomy. As a therapist, I strive to empower and support clients in finding their own solutions, making choices that align with their personal values, and fostering a sense of agency in their lives. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship, where clients are active participants in setting goals, discovering insights, and developing effective coping strategies. By providing guidance, validation, and non-judgmental support, I work to ignite a sense of hope within clients as they are on their path of personal growth and transformation.