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Samreen Ahmed

Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW

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Palos Heights, IL 60463
If you’ve been living in survival mode for so long that feeling "okay" feels unfamiliar, you're in the right place. I work with adults, first-generation, and BIPOC women navigating anxiety, trauma, grief, and life transitions. As a South Asian Muslim woman, I understand the weight of balancing deep family loyalty alongside your own well-being. Whether your mind never slows down or you're exhausted from holding it all together, you don't have to carry it alone. Together, we’ll help your nervous system untangle stress so you can finally exhale.
I offer warm, somatic, and trauma-informed online therapy tailored to your whole story. Specializing in anxiety, nervous system regulation, grief, and cultural expectations, I integrate body-focused tools so you don't just "talk about" stress, but actually feel calmer. Here, your culture, faith, and identity are honored without judgment.
You don't have to wait until you're completely burned out to deserve support. You deserve a space where your mind and body can finally feel safe, steady, and at home again. When you're ready to step out of survival mode and reconnect with who you are, it would be an honor to walk alongside you on that path. Let's connect.
Call or Samreen Ahmed now for a free 15 minute consultation - (708) 809-2756

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palos Heights, IL 60463

(708) 809-2756

Mindful Healing Counseling

Chicago, IL 60652

My website
I offer virtual appointments to clients in Chicago and Illinois. I'm available weekdays for daytime & evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Women's Issues 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 
Let's Connect (708) 809-2756
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW

My Practice at a Glance

Available online only

Palos Heights, IL 60463

(708) 809-2756

Mindful Healing Counseling

Chicago, IL 60652

My website
I offer virtual appointments to clients in Chicago and Illinois. I'm available weekdays for daytime & evenings.
I specialize in Anxiety, Trauma and PTSD and Women's Issues 
$175 Per Session, I accept insurance 
Individual one-on-one therapy 

Finances

Fees

  • Individual Sessions $175
  • Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible

Payment Methods

American Express, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross
  • Blue Shield
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Out of Network
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I am in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Aetna insurance, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 809-2756
"
I am in-network with Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO and Aetna insurance, but I can also provide a superbill for my out-of-network clients to help with reimbursement. Please reach out with any questions, we're happy to work with you to keep therapy affordable.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 809-2756

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Illinois / 150.105205 Samreen Ahmed
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 11 years
  • Attended University of Chicago, MSW
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I've had the privilege of supporting adults, and teens through challenges like anxiety, depression, and trauma. I've also walked alongside individuals and families during times of loss and grief, offering care and support as a chaplain intern. I'm licensed in IL.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 809-2756
"
I've had the privilege of supporting adults, and teens through challenges like anxiety, depression, and trauma. I've also walked alongside individuals and families during times of loss and grief, offering care and support as a chaplain intern. I'm licensed in IL.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 809-2756

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Anxiety
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Women's Issues

Expertise

  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • LGBTQ+
  • Life Transitions
  • Racial Identity
  • Relationship Issues
  • Stress
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I provide a cultural sanctuary for South Asian and Muslim individuals navigating the invisible labor of being 'the first' and the weight of family expectations. You shouldn't have to translate your faith, your culture, or your identity to be understood. Together, we'll move at a safe pace to calm your nervous system, process messy life transitions, and find a grounded peace that honors you.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 809-2756
"
I provide a cultural sanctuary for South Asian and Muslim individuals navigating the invisible labor of being 'the first' and the weight of family expectations. You shouldn't have to translate your faith, your culture, or your identity to be understood. Together, we'll move at a safe pace to calm your nervous system, process messy life transitions, and find a grounded peace that honors you.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call or for a free 15 minute consultation now - (708) 809-2756


Client Focus

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Black and African American

Religion

Muslim

Age

Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals

Communities

Bisexual Allied
Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied

Ethnicity

Asian
Black and African American

Religion

Muslim

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
  • Integrative
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Multicultural
  • Narrative
  • Person-Centered
  • Positive Psychology
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
  • Trauma Focused
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Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 809-2756
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. or (708) 809-2756

Location

Primary Location

Palos Heights, IL 60463

(708) 809-2756

Additional Location

Mindful Healing Counseling

Chicago, IL 60652

(708) 809-2756
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I offer virtual appointments to clients in Chicago and Illinois. I'm available weekdays for daytime & evenings.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 809-2756
"
I offer virtual appointments to clients in Chicago and Illinois. I'm available weekdays for daytime & evenings.
Photo of Samreen Ahmed, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Samreen Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Call for a free consultation now - (708) 809-2756