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Online therapist

Nadia Samhouri

Supportive counselor for parents and adults

Credentials
LPC
Experience
20 years
Licensed in
Michigan
Languages
English
Format
Online sessions

About Nadia

Nadia Samhouri helps parents and adults who are struggling with self-esteem, parenting challenges, and major life changes. She writes plainly and listens without judgment. Her approach aims to make everyday coping feel more manageable.

Nadia works from Michigan and brings two decades of counseling experience to each session. Nadia keeps sessions straightforward and practical. She uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps people identify unhelpful thoughts and try new behaviors.

She also draws on human-centered ideas to keep conversations warm and respectful.

Background and approach

Together with clients she breaks goals into small, doable steps so progress feels realistic. Many people come to her for support after postpartum shifts, for dealing with prejudice or multicultural stress, or when navigating young adult transitions. Nadia focuses on building self-love and steady routines that reduce worry and improve day-to-day functioning.

She helps people talk through feelings and practice small changes between sessions. Her style is open and light, aiming to reduce pressure while maintaining clear direction. Sessions mix conversation with evidence-based techniques and simple exercises to practice at home.

The emphasis is on practical tools that fit each person’s life. Nadia believes self-care is practical and necessary. She encourages clients to honor their needs and set achievable priorities.

For many, that starts with one steady step and continued attention to small wins.

How Nadia Uses CBT Online and What to Expect

Nadia uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help people notice thoughts that increase stress and try different actions instead. CBT sessions are practical and task-oriented, useful for self-esteem struggles, parenting challenges, postpartum adjustment, and coping with life changes.

She also brings a human-centered way of working that focuses on respect and collaboration. That approach keeps conversations warm and makes it easier to set realistic goals. Nadia will work together with each client to find the approach that fits their needs and preferences rather than imposing a single method.

Online therapy offers flexibility for busy schedules. Video calls allow face-to-face conversation from home, phone sessions provide a lower-tech option, and live chat or text-based messaging can suit people who prefer brief, ongoing check-ins. These formats make it easier to practice new skills between sessions and fit counseling into daily life.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

CBT looks at the link between what you think, how you feel, and what you do. You work on noticing unhelpful patterns and practising steadier responses. It suits online sessions well, because much of the work happens between appointments and can be talked through from anywhere.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does Nadia address?
She works with self-esteem issues, parenting concerns, and coping with life changes. Additional focus areas include postpartum depression, multicultural concerns, prejudice and discrimination, self-love, and young adult issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
Nadia keeps sessions open and light while staying goal-focused. She breaks goals into small steps and uses practical exercises to build new habits.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She brings 20 years of experience in counseling work. That background guides her practical, conversational approach.
What credentials and location are listed?
She holds the LPC credential, listed as MI LPC 6401010205, and practices from Michigan.
Which languages and international options are available?
Sessions are offered in English. She is not accepting international clients.
In what formats are sessions offered?
Therapy is available via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging. Multiple formats let clients pick what fits their routine.
How are costs handled for sessions?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What are the steps to begin working together?
Start by selecting the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and then schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

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Experience
20 years
Licensed
Michigan
Languages
English

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