About Dina Bdaiwi
Focus areas
Adolescent / Teen Issues
EMDR Therapy
BIPOC Mental Health Issues
LGBTQ+ Counseling
Disordered Eating
Women's Mental Health Issues
Clientele seen
Teenagers (13-17)
Groups
Young adults (18-24)
Individuals
Treatment approaches
Coaching
Eclectic
Culturally Sensitive
EMDR
Dialectical (DBT)
Feminist
Identity
Gender
FemaleSexuality
PansexualFaith
NonreligiousEthnicity
Hispanic or Latinx, Middle Eastern
Languages spoken
American Sign Language, Arabic
Getting to know Dina Bdaiwi
Dina Bdaiwi is a “Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist" and a "Registered Associate Professional Clinical Counselor” and is currently working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Their CA license number is 131442 (AMFT), 11149 (APCC) and their current employer is Cope House Collective
Dina Bdaiwi, she/her, is a dually registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. Dina has familiarity with American Sign Language, Arabic, and Spanish; and the cultures that come with being Deaf/Hard of Hearing, Arab, and Latinx. Dina is a queer, mixed, Arab and Latinx immigrant woman who grew up in Southern California.
Dina obtained her Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Social Behavior with a minor in Gender and Sexuality Studies from the University of California Irvine and worked at the LGBTQ+ Resource Center on campus, learning to provide education and resources regarding gender and sexuality. Dina earned her Master of Science in Counseling and Clinical Mental Health from California State University Fullerton and worked at the Asian Pacific American Resource Center as a Social Justice Student Advocate.
Dina currently works at two private practices Hella Good Therapy, a Queer run and led therapy group, and Cope House Collective, a South West Asian North African (SWANA) run and led group practice. Additionally, Dina runs subclinical support groups through Hero Journey Club for clients to play video games and discuss mental health topics.
What should a new client know about working with you?
Dina is EMDR trained through EMDR-HAP and provides EMDR assessments and sessions. Her emphasis is on body image, disordered eating, LGBTQ+, adolescents, third culture kids, and identity. Dina takes a relational-cultural, harm reductionist, HAES, and feminist+queer approach to therapy. Dina provides narrative therapy through a feminist lens, promoting introspection and self empowerment to reauthor life stories.
Dina is trained to provide ADHD and Autism assessments for adults and ADHD assessments for adolescents.
What is your typical process for working with clients?
Dina utilizes several modalities for therapy, including art, music, film, books, and poetry to promote self expression. As well as traditional talk therapy , EMDR trauma processing, and somatic therapy.
Dina Bdaiwi, APCC, MS is not in-network with any insurances
It’s common for mental health providers to be out-of-network. Many insurance plans offer out-of-network coverage, so you may get partially reimbursed. Learn more
Out-of-pocket fees and assistance
Initial session: $175 for 50 minutes
- Sliding scale: Offers lower out-of-pocket fees on an individual basis, typically based on your ability to pay
More information on payments and coverage
For folks interested in checking their insurance benefits, you will be put in contact with Julie, our office admin, who will support you.
Popular visit reasons
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Depression
Therapy
Women's Mental Health Issues
Young Adult Issues
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Anxiety
Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
Bipolar Disorder
Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- California State University, Fullerton, Master's in Clinical Counseling
- University of California, Irvine, (Bachelor's)
Professional memberships
- American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy, California Division
Intersectional organizations
- National Queer & Trans Therapists of Color Network
NPI number
1306403464
How soon can I make an appointment with Dina Bdaiwi?
Generally, Dina Bdaiwi has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Dina Bdaiwi's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.
Is Dina Bdaiwi accepting new patients?
Dina Bdaiwi generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Dina Bdaiwi's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.
Does Dina Bdaiwi accept my insurance?
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Can I make an appointment with Dina Bdaiwi online?
Yes, you can make an appointment online with Dina Bdaiwi using Zocdoc. It’s simple, secure, and free.
What practice does Dina Bdaiwi work with?
Dina Bdaiwi works with Hella Good Therapy.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dina Bdaiwi?
Dina Bdaiwi frequently sees patients for Anxiety, Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Bipolar Disorder, Depression, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Dina Bdaiwi on their profile.
What languages does Dina Bdaiwi speak?
Dina Bdaiwi speaks English, Spanish, Arabic, and American Sign Language.