Nadia Islam

Nadia Islam is a compassionate clinical social worker and therapist with a Ph.D. and LCSW. She understands the unique experiences of individuals who are part of the first or second generation of Americans within their families. Nadia recognizes how acculturation may lead to complex choices regarding work and love, often resulting in feelings of guilt or shame. Such emotions can transform into anger, anxiety, and depression. Nadia's commitment to her clients is evident in her approach, as she collaborates with them in her group psychotherapy practice, where empathy meets expertise. She fully grasps how difficult it can be to find a therapist who not only shares similar backgrounds but also understands the nuances of navigating life between different cultures and religions. Utilizing evidence-informed strategies, Nadia works diligently to address interpersonal conflict, burnout, and trauma in her practice. She partners with clients to identify and tackle the challenges that keep them awake at night, nurturing a mantra of progress over perfection. Nadia firmly believes that every problem has a solution, which starts by recognizing which challenges belong to the individual to resolve.