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Dr. Uma Subbiah

Compassionate psychologist using practical strategies

OH Psychologist P.5530, IL Psychologist 071007510 Ohio

Experience
22 years in practice
Focus areas
Stress, Anxiety, Relationship, Trauma and abuse
Approaches
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Client-Centered Therapy
Languages
English
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About Uma

Dr. Uma Subbiah is a clinical psychologist with more than two decades of experience helping people address a broad range of concerns such as anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorders, addictions, relationship and intimacy issues, grief, and challenges with sleep and eating.

Background and approach

Based in Ohio, she combines evidence-informed methods with an attuned, compassionate stance to tailor work to each person’s priorities and life circumstances. Her practice blends cognitive behavioral strategies with client-centered and mindfulness-informed techniques, along with solution-focused and motivational interviewing elements when helpful.

Dr. Subbiah emphasizes collaboration and respects each client’s unique temperament and goals when choosing interventions.

She also addresses issues like body image, codependency, communication problems, domestic violence, immigration-related stress, isolation, and career or life-purpose concerns. With licenses in Ohio (OH Psychologist P.5530) and Illinois (IL Psychologist 071007510) and 22 years of clinical work, she offers flexible session formats to fit varying needs.

Dr. Subbiah invites those seeking practical coping tools and thoughtful therapeutic support to begin a process aimed at clearer perspective, better symptom management, and more intentional daily functioning.

Practical therapeutic approaches for online care

Dr. Subbiah frequently uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which focuses on identifying and changing unhelpful thought and behavior patterns to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, and mood problems. She also draws on Client-Centered Therapy, emphasizing an empathetic, nonjudgmental relationship that helps clients explore values and personal goals. Mindfulness Therapy is another approach she integrates, teaching present-moment awareness and stress-reduction skills useful for trauma responses, sleep difficulties, and emotional regulation.

Finding the best fit is a collaborative process; the therapist will work with each person to determine which combination of strategies aligns with their needs, preferences, and treatment goals. That exploratory phase often guides whether to emphasize cognitive skills, reflective exploration, or mindfulness practices as therapy progresses.

Online sessions are offered through video calls, phone, live chat, or text-based messaging to increase accessibility and flexibility for people balancing work, family, or other commitments. These options allow ongoing skills practice, timely check-ins, and adaptable scheduling so clients can engage in care in ways that suit their everyday life.

Frequently asked questions

What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She works with many issues including stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, addictions, relationship and intimacy concerns, grief, eating and sleeping problems, parenting and career challenges, and ADHD.
What is the therapist's general approach in sessions?
The approach is collaborative and client-centered, mixing cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness practices, solution-focused strategies, and motivational interviewing to match the client's goals and personality.
How much professional experience does the therapist have?
She brings 22 years of clinical experience working with diverse concerns including mood disorders, trauma-related problems, and substance-related issues.
Which credentials and location apply to this clinician?
She is licensed as an Ohio psychologist (OH Psychologist P.5530) and an Illinois psychologist (IL Psychologist 071007510) and practices out of Ohio.
In what languages can sessions be held and are international clients accepted?
Sessions are conducted in English, and she is not accepting international clients at this time.
What session formats are available for working together?
Available formats include video calls, phone sessions, live chat, and text-based messaging to accommodate different preferences and schedules.
How are fees and payment structured for sessions?
Cost varies by location and therapist availability; sessions are provided through a subscription model that can be canceled at any time.
What steps are needed to begin therapy?
To get started, select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions according to therapist availability.

Areas of expertise

Primary focus

Stress, AnxietyRelationship issuesTrauma and abuseBipolar disorderDepression

Also works with

AddictionsLGBTFamily conflictsGriefIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesAnger managementSelf esteemCareer difficultiesCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD

Additional focus areas

Body imageCodependencyCommunication problemsCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDomestic violenceFamily problemsImmigration issuesIsolation / lonelinessLife purposeVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMood disordersMulticultural concernsPanic disorder and panic attacksPost-traumatic stressSeasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Sexual assault and abuseSocial anxiety and phobiaWomen's issuesWorkplace issues

Therapeutic approaches

Client-Centered TherapyCognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)Mindfulness TherapyMotivational InterviewingSolution-Focused TherapyTrauma-Focused Therapy

Experience

22+ years

Licensed

Ohio, Illinois

Languages

English