Niveen Soliman, PhD, LLC

My approach is guided by the need to find solutions to problems you are experiencing, while finding a sense of balance. Therapy can be a challenging endeavor to begin. The focus on self-exploration can be a task that is both painful and rewarding. Your treatment can focus on goals such as improving low self-esteem, decreasing anxious thoughts, finding direction, working through loss, preparing for transitions, coping with difficult emotions, low motivation, negative self-image, improving executive functioning skills, and is designed to meet your specific goals. In collaborating with you to explore past experiences, current struggles, and future desires, I aim to come alongside you in your journey to not only cope, but thrive in your relationships and situations. I use psychodynamic theory, cognitive behavioral interventions, and have an interpersonal approach to my clinical practice. Thriving involves becoming aware of your needs, moving in a direction that gets those needs met, and learning ways to effectively communicate them to others in your life. I also have a special interest in helping anxious parents enjoy the parent-child relationship and gain a sense of fulfillment by exploring early relationship experiences. By creating a warm and collaborative relationship that is trusting, free of judgment, and respects the entire person, I find myself privileged to be a part of the process towards helping you improve your life. Background & Training I earned my doctoral degree in Clinical Psychology from Fuller Graduate School of Psychology. During the course of my training, I gained expertise in working with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, grief, life transitions, parenting, relationships, motivation, self-esteem, and finding fulfillment. My specialized graduate training has also equipped me with the ability to integrate faith, spirituality, and mental health together when desired by my clients. I also respect, integrate, and desire to learn about the cultural background of my clients in a manner that respects your values and preferences. My research and clinical experience treating individuals has spanned a variety of settings including The National Institute of Mental Health, Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, UMBC, community mental health centers, and group practice.