Leila Saad
Intern | Pursuing their Master’s in Mental Health Counseling at Antioch University. In Supervision toward practicum hours.
Available in-person at Society Hill & Northern Liberties, and also via teletherapy.
Offering low-fee sliding scale appointments.
They are interested in Liberation Psychology, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, experiential, and somatic therapies. Leila is committed to collaborating with clients to create a strong therapeutic relationship that honors client autonomy and choice.
As a queer, neurodivergent, fat, and biracial person, Leila is experienced in navigating the complexities of identity and intends to create a therapeutic space where differences are honored.
We all have unique perspectives and ways of being in the world that can be difficult to navigate while managing day-to-day life. Leila is excited to explore how your past experiences, family, society, and institutional forces impact the way you live your life today.
Leila’s experience in community organizing has convinced them that connection is the most important healing factor in a person’s life. These experiences have strengthened their commitment to fostering empathy, understanding, and positive change in the lives of others.
After graduation, they intend to pursue licensure in Pennsylvania and serve their community.
Areas of Focus:
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- DBT
- Depression
- Emotion regulation
- Health At Every Size (HAES)
- LGBTQ
- Spectrum Disorders
- Trauma