Shamshad Ahmed, LPC, GA | Psychotherapist

About Shamshad Ahmed

Focus areas

Adolescent / Teen Issues

Behavioral Problems

Divorce Counseling

Anger Management

Bereavement / Grief Counseling

Relationship Struggles

Anxiety

Coping Mechanism Development

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Families

Adults (25-64)

Couples

Treatment approaches

Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)

Cognitive Processing (CPT)

Attachment-based

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Family Systems

Identity

Gender

Female

Faith

Muslim

Ethnicity

Asian

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Shamshad Ahmed

I am excited to introduce myself as a therapist. I work as a clinician serving my clients and catering to their needs. I do have an unconditional positive regard for all my clients, regardless of the diversity they come from. Duty is my priority. My approach My approach to care is empathic listening, nonjudgmental, and providing a safe space. The client is the expert, and I pay attention to the narratives. My focus The focus is here and now. Feelings, emotions, and thought processes in the moment. I encourage my client to trust me and help him/her establish the trust. I demonstrate trust and transparency by self-disclosure when it is required. My communication style My communication style is two-way. I listen and process the message sent by my client before I respond to it. My journey to mental healthcare I am an Indian by birth, raised by two parents who gave their Best. I graduated with a Master's in Psychology and worked in a college teaching undergraduate and graduate students for sixteen years. I also had a private practice. I came to the United States to pursue my dream of getting my Doctorate in Counseling. I graduated from NC State and was later hired by Marywood University in Pennsylvania, and worked for thirteen years. I was training and teaching Master/s and Doctoral students and simultaneously conducting research and presenting my work at regional, State, National, and International Conferences. I have also published my research in reputed journals. My goals for you My treatment goal is 'empowerment'. Helping each client recognize their inner strengths and receive the tools I provide him/her. My orientation is eclectic: Solution Focus, Cognitive Behavior, Strategic, and Systemic. My first session with you The first meeting with my client is like a 'meet and greet' or getting to know each other. Making sure my client is feeling safe to talk and share his/her narrative.

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Popular visit reasons

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Parenting Counseling

Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD)

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Therapy

Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Depression

Divorce Counseling

Parenting Counseling

Education and background

Practice names

Rula Health - Georgia

Education and training

North Carolina State University, PhD in Counselor Education

NPI number

1174974174

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What practice does Shamshad Ahmed work with?

Shamshad Ahmed works with Rula Health - Georgia.

What are common reasons for patients to see Shamshad Ahmed?

Shamshad Ahmed frequently sees patients for Attention-Deficit / Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Therapy. You can see other visit reasons for Shamshad Ahmed on their profile.