Bina Bakhtiar is a compassionate Clinical Social Worker and Therapist who understands that hardships can sometimes feel overwhelmingly painful and difficult to manage. Whether the struggles arise in marriage, family relationships, parenting, or the everyday challenges of life, they can leave individuals feeling hopeless and helpless. Bina believes that these uncomfortable emotions serve as a crucial opportunity for deeper self-exploration, allowing individuals to understand what has transpired, their role in it, and their reactions. In her therapeutic practice, she guides clients toward uncovering their inner wisdom to promote healing and growth. With deep, open, and compassionate listening, Bina stands alongside her clients, offering guidance, insight, and perspective. Her holistic and personalized approach recognizes that each individual carries a unique journey laden with struggles. In her collaborative therapeutic process, clients are invited to be open and curious, receiving essential support, perspective, and tools for growth. Through Strive Counseling, Bina ensures that every client feels heard, accepted, and honored for who they are, addressing key issues such as relationship challenges, pregnancy, postpartum, and infertility with her extensive knowledge in various therapeutic modalities including Mindfulness-Based practices, Trauma Focused methods, and more.