Welcome - let me start by congratulating you on taking the difficult step of seeking help in dealing with your current issue(s). Whether your concerns are related to your own functioning, relationships, or professional issues, let me assure you that I will work closely with you to develop appropriate goals that we can then work on together. The initial step toward change is often difficult but if you are ready to take that step, then know that I will be here with you to offer support and empower you.
Let me share some background information about me so that you have a better understanding of the type of therapy service I provide. I am a California-licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with more than 15 years of experience, and I also have candidate standing in my clinical psychology PhD program; I have worked extensively with children, adults, and families in a variety of settings and have assisted clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, childhood disorders, and parenting problems. I am trained in PCIT, CBT, and completed my year-long doctoral internship with Rogers Memorial Hospital in Wisconsin specializing in treatment of OCD via ERP in residential, inpatient, and outpatient settings.
While I primarily approach therapy from a Cognitive Behavioral perspective, focusing on challenging thoughts and changing behaviors, I do so with a strong focus on my clients’ individual needs, and consider their individual issues with respect, sensitivity, and compassion. I want you to have an active role and feel supported in session regardless of the modality used, so that you may reach your goals in improving your functioning in personal and/or professional settings.
I always enjoy helping clients achieve success in their goals and hope this path that you are starting for the first time or returning to is as successful as possible for you; thank you for considering me to be a part of your journey.
Additional areas of focus: Addictions, LGBT, Relationship issues, Trauma and abuse, Grief, Eating disorders, Sleeping disorders, Anger management, Self esteem, Career difficulties, Bipolar disorder, Coping with life changes, Compassion fatigue, ADHD, Hoarding, Mood disorders , Multicultural Concerns, Obsessions, Compulsions, and OCD, Phobias, Process addiction (porn, exercise, gambling), Social anxiety and phobia, Trichotillomania
Clinical approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
CA LMFT 42738
These quotes represent just a few of the many positive reviews that we have received for Shahzad Chaudhry. We don't pay anyone to provide their review and they are all made voluntarily. Some people's experience receiving therapy with BetterHelp might be different.
I received counselling from Shahzad when I was going through a difficult time in my life; he really helped me to address my ways of thinking and reframe things. Speaking to him really allowed me to cope
Written on Sep 02, 2020 after therapy with Shahzad for 1 year and 3 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, relationship issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
I've gone on a long journey with Shahzad, and I'm incredibly grateful for his help.
Written on Aug 23, 2020 after therapy with Shahzad for 1 year and 6 months on issues concerning stress, anxiety, coaching, and adhd
I've really enjoyed talking with Shahzad so far. I'm looking forward to more time talking and working with him.
Written on Jun 17, 2020 after therapy with Shahzad for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, and self esteem
Shahzad Chaudhry is able to read and understand my statements without misinterpretation. I find this to be a great relief each time I receive a message from him as I never have to be afraid of what he will send me next, given my existing traumas and anxieties from other healthcare professionals and members of authority. Shahzad allows me to feel safe without the need to explain myself other than to share additional thoughts because he genuinely hears and acknowledges what I say as real, as well as with clarity. I feel that I can continue to progress because I never, ever have to go back to explain something again, like I have done three times in this review.
Written on Jun 15, 2020 after therapy with Shahzad for 2 weeks on issues concerning stress, anxiety, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, eating disorders, sleeping disorders, self esteem, and adhd
I have only had the pleasure of communicating with Shahzad for a few months but it has felt amazing to have someone like him care and reach out the way he does. Talking with him is mentally liberating and empowering.
Written on May 27, 2020 after therapy with Shahzad for 2 months on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, addictions, intimacy-related issues, self esteem, and coping with life changes
He is a great counselor and he has been very helpful to me I am having a great experience with this app.
Written on May 11, 2020 after therapy with Shahzad for 2 weeks on issues concerning depression, stress, anxiety, relationship issues, family conflicts, trauma and abuse, grief, and anger management