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Maria Siddiqui

Maria Siddiqui

BIPOC Identifying

ATR-BC, LPCC, NCC

Gender Identity: female

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Short Biography

I am a licensed psychotherapist and board-certified art therapist offering trauma-informed, depth-oriented therapy for individuals navigating stress, identity, relational wounds, and life transitions. My work integrates neuroscience, relational therapy, EMDR-informed approaches, and creative expression to support meaningful, lasting change. I work with adults from diverse cultural and spiritual backgrounds, with a particular sensitivity to identity, family systems, and intergenerational experiences.

Therapy Philosophy

I believe healing is not about fixing what is “wrong,” but understanding what has been shaped through experience. My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and culturally attuned, honoring both the nervous system and the deeper meaning behind emotional patterns. I integrate structured clinical approaches with reflective and creative processes, allowing therapy to move beyond surface-level coping into deeper awareness, regulation, and transformation. Therapy is collaborative, paced, and grounded in respect for each person’s internal wisdom.

Special Training & Certifications

Board-Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC) Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) National Certified Counselor (NCC) Board-Approved Clinical Supervisor (MN) EMDR-trained therapist (working toward certification) Specialized training in trauma-informed, relational, and culturally responsive care, including integration of identity, family systems, and intergenerational trauma.

Clinical Focus / Specialties

Generalized anxiety Trauma Dissociative Disorders Anxiety Social anxiety Panic attacks Obsessive thoughts Compulsive behaviors (OCD) Depression Persistent sadness or low motivation Mood swings Seasonal depression Post-traumatic stress (PTSD) Complex trauma (C-PTSD) Childhood abuse or neglect Sexual trauma Medical trauma Relationship conflict Communication difficulties Family conflict Parenting stress Low self-esteem Self-criticism Perfectionism People-pleasing Assertiveness difficulties Stress & Life Adjustment Chronic stress Burnout Work-related stress Academic stress Major life transitions Relocation or adjustment difficulties Grief & Loss Anger management Difficulty regulating emotions Feeling stuck Loss of meaning or direction Personal growth

Therapist Methodology

Solution-Focused Therapy Attachment-Based Therapy Relational Therapy Person-Centered Therapy Existential Therapy Trauma-Informed Therapy EMDR Somatic Experiencing Mindfulness-Based Therapy Strengths-Based Therapy Art Therapy Expressive Arts Therapy Integrative Therapy Eclectic Therapy Humanistic Motivational Interviewing Anchored Relational Therapy

Core Values

Social Justice & Equity Values
Anti-racist Racial equity-focused Culturally responsive Class-conscious / economic justice Immigrant and refugee-affirming Anti-oppressive practice Community care-oriented Decolonial / decolonizing approach
Identity, Community & Belonging Values
LGBTQIA+ affirming Gender-expansive aware BIPOC-affirming Neurodiversity-affirming Fat liberation-oriented Faith-affirming / spiritually inclusive Secular-affirming Interfaith respectful Family-diverse (poly / ENM / chosen family-affirming) Centering marginalized voices Multicultural sensitivity Community resilience-focused Cultural identity exploration Affirming mixed-race / multiracial experiences Affirming intersectional identities
Relational & Healing Philosophy Values
Trauma-informed Strengths-based Client-centered Collaborative Compassion-focused Empowerment-based Nonjudgmental Authentic and transparent Boundaried compassion Radical acceptance Centering safety and trust Relational and attachment-oriented Emotions as information Empowerment through connection Dignity and respect Co-created healing relationship
Mind & Body Spirit & Holistic Healing Values
Somatic / body-based awareness Mindfulness-oriented Holistic / integrative healing Creative expression in therapy Movement or art-informed Connection between personal and systemic healing Soul-centered / transpersonal lens Embodied empowerment Grounded presence
Practice Ethics & Professional Integrity Values
Equity over perfection Accountability and integrity Client autonomy Cultural humility over competence Informed consent emphasis Ethical activism Transparency in process Professional collaboration Centering client dignity Ongoing education commitment Non-hierarchical relationship Anti-carceral and anti-pathologizing lens Restorative justice-informed Accessibility as ethical practice Therapist as co-learner

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Practice Information

  • Experience: 7 years
  • Availability: Online Sessions Only
  • Languages: English, Hindi, Urdu, Sindhi
  • Session Cost: $175 – $250
  • Accepts Insurance: No
  • Populations Served: 18+,Parents,Young Adults,BIPOC clients,Immigrant and First Generation

Credentials

  • License:
    License verification pending or self-certified

Office & Contact Info