Individual therapy may be helpful when you are seeking a private space and time to process thoughts, emotions, challenges, or difficulties, with an objective non-judgmental listener who is psychologically-informed and can guide you through this process. Individual therapy may be short term or long term, depending on the needs of the patient, and sessions take place on a weekly basis for 50 minutes per session.

Couples therapy offers a chance to strengthen bonds, foster increased intimacy, improve communication, and foster greater understanding and empathy between partners. Couples therapy may be short term or long term, depending on the needs of the couple, and sessions take place on a weekly basis for 50 minutes per session.

Group therapy provides a space to engage with others facing similar challenges with opportunities to exchange valuable insights and collaborate in addressing shared issues with the guidance of a mental health professional. To ensure the well-being of group members, essential guidelines like confidentiality and mutual respect are openly discussed and agreed upon by all participants. Those interested in joining the group will have an initial brief meeting with Dr. Diab to ensure that the type of group is a suitable fit for your needs.

Psychological assessments (also known as psychological testing or psychological evaluations) involves the administration of a variety of tests which can provide valuable information on one’s emotional, behavioral, and cognitive functioning. This information can lead to a more accurate diagnosis and help to guide treatment intervention and goals. Comprehensive psychological testing may typically take a few hours, often divided across multiple days, with the selection of specific tests and assessments tailored to individual needs.

Dr. Diab offers clinical supervision to professionals specializing in individual, couples, and group therapy for adolescents and adults. Clinical supervision provides a confidential space for clinicians to process clinical cases that they are currently working with. Supervision can also be helpful for further developing skills in ethical practice, case conceptualizations, therapeutic intervention, and receiving constructive feedback on ongoing progress. Dr. Diab’s supervision style is supportive and collaborative, and she follows a psychodynamic approach to supervision.

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