Rida
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
3 Endorsed
Ottawa, ON K2C
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You may look high-functioning on the outside but feel overwhelmed, self-critical, or emotionally exhausted on the inside. I support adults navigating perfectionism, neurodivergence, attachment wounds, and trauma, often rooted in early experiences that shaped how you relate to yourself and others. Many clients come to therapy feeling “too much” or “not enough” at the same time. My approach is trauma-informed, neurodivergence-affirming, and culturally inclusive, offering a gentle space to build emotional regulation, self-compassion, and safer connection at your own pace.
You can simply click the email option on my profile to share your interest in therapy and we can book a free 15 minute consultation and book an initial session to see how we can work together on your journey.
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $120
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
e-Transfer
Rida Riaz
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by Province of Ontario / 862530 Rida Riaz
- Attended Carleton University, Master of Social Work, Graduated 2025
- Degree/Diploma from University of Toronto BSc / 2021
Education and Years In Practice
Additional Credentials
Rida Riaz
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- ADHD
- Depression
Expertise
- ADHD/Neurodivergence
- Body Image
- Caregivers
- Chronic Illness
- Family Conflict
- Grief
- Life Transitions
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Perfectionism
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Trauma and PTSD
- Women's Issues
Rida Riaz
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Do these issues align with your needs? Email
3 Endorsements
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Communities
Non-Binary Allied ,
Queer Allied ,
Racial Justice Allied ,
Transgender Allied
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Multicultural
- Narrative
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Rida Riaz
Registered Social Worker, BSc, MSW, RSW
Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now.