Saliha Qadir
LPC
Telehealth Available
specialties
Get to know Saliha
Saliha Qadir specializes in working with women and couples facing challenges such as premarital and marital issues, intimacy struggles, modern dating, interfaith relationships, sexual concerns, and infidelity recovery.
She also helps adults struggling with identity, generational trauma, and enculturation, with a particular focus on South Asian and first-generation communities. Saliha is passionate about supporting clients through life transitions, helping them heal from depression, anxiety, trauma, and abuse. She speaks both English and Urdu.
Saliha’s approach to therapy centers on creating a safe, empathetic, and nonjudgmental space where clients feel heard and empowered. She believes in her clients’ ability to navigate life’s challenges and works alongside them to uncover their strengths and create meaningful change. Saliha deeply admires her clients’ resilience and is dedicated to helping them balance cultural expectations with authenticity in their personal journeys.
Saliha earned her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Cleveland State University and her Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. She has more than seven years of experience in the mental health field, including extensive work with individuals navigating complex relationships and cultural identities.
Born and raised in a South Asian Muslim household, Saliha is passionate about normalizing therapy and dispelling stigma around mental health in BIPOC communities. While she loves her roots, she understands firsthand the challenges of finding balance between tradition and individuality. Outside of her work, she enjoys exploring her city, trying new recipes, and spending time with loved ones.
