Muneerah Uqdah

Experienced LCSW using practical therapy methods

LCSW California

Experience: 14 years in practice
Focus areas: Stress, Anxiety, Trauma and abuse, Self esteem
Approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Languages: English

About Muneerah

Muneerah Uqdah is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with 14 years of experience supporting clients across varied clinical settings.

Background and approach

She earned a Master of Social Work from the University of Southern California and has provided individual and family counseling in community mental health agencies, juvenile justice settings, independent practice, and community health centers.

Her background reflects long-term engagement with people facing stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, grief, parenting challenges, relationship and family concerns, career stresses, mood differences such as bipolar, attention issues like ADHD, and difficulties with self-esteem and anger. Her practice emphasizes a collaborative, client-centered style that helps people set and meet goals while building insight and new skills.

Muneerah draws on evidence-informed methods including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) alongside trauma-focused and skills-based strategies to address emotional distress and practical life challenges. She frames the first appointment as a starting point for change and aims to create a respectful, nonjudgmental space where clients can explore concerns and develop tools for coping and growth.

Online Therapy and Evidence-Informed Approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is used to identify and change unhelpful thoughts and behaviors; it is often applied to problems like anxiety, depression, stress, and difficulty managing everyday challenges. CBT sessions typically involve goal-setting, skill practice, and strategies for coping with symptoms and life stressors.

Trauma-focused techniques adapt CBT principles to address the effects of trauma and abuse by combining safety planning, gradual processing of traumatic memories, and skills for emotional regulation. These approaches aim to reduce trauma-related distress while strengthening coping resources.

Finding the right therapeutic approach is part of the work and will be determined collaboratively. The therapist will discuss goals, preferences, and needs to tailor methods and pacing so treatment fits each person's situation and comfort level.

Online therapy offers flexibility through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging, making it easier to fit sessions into busy schedules and to continue care from different locations within California. These formats support consistent access to licensed professionals and allow clients to choose the style of interaction that best matches their needs and daily life.

Frequently asked questions

What types of concerns does this clinician address?

She works with a broad range of issues including stress, anxiety, trauma and abuse, depression, self-esteem struggles, grief, parenting and relationship difficulties, career stress, bipolar disorder, and ADHD.

What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?

The clinician uses a collaborative, client-centered style that emphasizes setting goals, building insight, and developing practical skills. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is among the approaches applied to help change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns.

How much clinical experience does the therapist have?

The therapist has 14 years of experience working in a variety of settings including community mental health, juvenile justice, independent practice, and community health centers.

What credentials and location information are available?

She is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the credential CA LCSW 66426 and practices in California.

Which languages are available for therapy sessions?

Sessions are conducted in English only and the therapist is not accepting international clients at this time.

What session formats are offered?

Clients can schedule video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging depending on their preference and availability.

How is cost handled for ongoing sessions?

Cost varies by location and therapist availability, and sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.

What steps are required to begin working together?

To start, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule a session according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, Anxiety Trauma and abuse Self esteem Depression Coping with life changes

Also works with

Relationship issuesFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderADHD

Therapeutic approaches

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Experience

14+ years

Licensed

California

Languages

English