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Khadeeja Mirza

Khadeeja Mirza, LCSW

Therapist in California

Compassionate therapist for stronger self-esteem

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9 years of experience listed

LCSW professional credentials

English languages

  • Practical coping skills
  • Trauma-aware support
  • Goal focused work

About Khadeeja

Khadeeja Mirza is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of experience helping people facing stress, anxiety, relationship struggles, trauma and abuse, depression, and low self-esteem. She offers a calm, nonjudgmental presence and works with people who want more confidence and clearer direction in life. Her style is warm and straightforward, aimed at practical steps that can be used between sessions.

Khadeeja builds a collaborative space where clients can talk through feelings and try out new ways of coping. She listens for patterns in thinking and behavior, then suggests small experiments to test different responses. Sessions often focus on managing emotion, improving communication, and rebuilding a sense of agency after hard experiences.

Her clinical toolbox includes cognitive behavioral techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts, motivational interviewing to boost readiness for change, and trauma-focused practices to address past harm. She also draws on psychodynamic ideas to notice long-standing patterns and solution-focused strategies to set clear, achievable goals.

Clients describe practical takeaways from sessions, such as new ways to handle triggers, clearer boundaries, or steps toward career and life goals. The work blends short-term problem-solving with attention to deeper themes that affect self-worth and relationships.

Khadeeja practices in California and conducts sessions in English. She respects each person's pace and helps people shape therapy to fit their daily life and commitments.

How Khadeeja’s approaches translate to online therapy

Khadeeja uses cognitive behavioral techniques to help people spot and change thought patterns that fuel anxiety and low self-esteem. That approach focuses on clear exercises and homework you can practice between sessions to build new habits.

She also uses motivational interviewing to help people find their own reasons for change and increase commitment to goals. This method is a conversational way to clarify values and build momentum one step at a time.

Choosing the right approach is part of the work. Khadeeja will collaborate with each person to decide which methods fit their needs, goals, and preferences. She checks in as treatment progresses and adjusts focus as needed.

Confirm current session options before booking so you know what formats are offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit appointments into a busy day, reduce travel time, and keep sessions brief when a shorter check-in is more helpful. It also allows consistent work on coping skills and goal steps even when life feels crowded.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseSelf esteemDepression

Also works with

AddictionsFamily conflictsParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoachingCompassion fatigue

Additional focus areas

Adoption and foster careAvoidant personalityCodependencyCommunication problemsControl issuesDrug and alcohol addictionFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHIV / AIDSImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeMood disordersMulticultural concernsPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressSelf-loveSexual assault and abuseWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Motivational InterviewingPsychodynamic TherapySolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

9+ years

Credentials

California

Languages

English

Frequently asked questions

What concerns does Khadeeja commonly address?

She supports people with stress, anxiety, relationship challenges, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem issues, addictions, parenting and career questions.

How would you describe her therapy style?

Her approach is collaborative and compassionate with a focus on practical steps. Sessions blend empathy with concrete strategies you can try between meetings.

What is her professional background?

She is a licensed clinical social worker with nine years of professional experience working with a range of life and mental health concerns.

Where is she licensed and practicing?

She holds a California LCSW license and practices in California.

Which languages are supported for sessions?

Sessions are offered in English.

Can international clients work with her?

She does not accept international clients at this time.

How are fees and payment handled?

Costs vary by location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.

How do I begin working with her?

Click the continue button on this profile, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to the therapist's availability.

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