Rida

Miss Rida Ali

Therapist /Counselor (Qualifying)

“If you’re reading this, you’re probably carrying more than you let people see — maybe stress, maybe old wounds, maybe habits you’re trying to change but don’t know how. My work is to sit with you in those places without judgment, without rushing you, and without pretending your experiences don’t matter. I help people who have lived through difficult or confusing childhood experiences, who struggle with emotional regulation, identity, or the weight of expectations. I also work with individuals and families impacted by substance use, helping them understand the “why” behind the behavior, not just the behavior itself. use a trauma-informed, relational approach that focuses on understanding your story, your patterns, and the ways you learned to cope. Together, we explore healthier ways of being, rebuild emotional safety, and move toward a life that feels more aligned and less overwhelming. If we work together, you can expect someone who listens closely, challenges gently, respects your pace, and believes in your capacity to grow.”

About Me

I am a mental health practitioner who works at the intersection of trauma, addiction, and community wellbeing. My approach is warm, collaborative, and deeply human. People often describe working with me as feeling grounded, understood, and gently challenged in the moments where growth becomes possible. In my work with individuals struggling with substance use, emotional regulation, or the aftermath of difficult life experiences, I focus on creating a space where clients feel safe enough to be honest and hopeful enough to change. I draw from trauma-informed care, psychoeducation, and creative modalities to meet people exactly where they are. I am particularly passionate about supporting adolescents and adults who have experienced neglect, identity conflicts, or chronic stress, and helping families understand the roots of addiction with empathy rather than shame.

Approach

Sessions move at a practical, attentive pace, blending listening with clear, collaborative steps that help you make sense of what’s happening. I see people in Lahore and online, working in English or Hindi/Urdu, and we shape each meeting to fit your life and access. We track patterns, practice simple grounding and emotional regulation in-session, and usually agree on small experiments or reflections between meetings to test what changes. Those juggling intense stress, relationship strain or recovery challenges often find this steady, hands-on rhythm useful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Addiction Counselling

    Counselling specifically focused on substance use or behavioural addictions, addressing the psychological drivers and patterns of dependence.

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  • Adolescent Therapy

    Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.

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  • Counselling

    A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Trauma Counselling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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Works With:

  • All ages
  • Adolescents
  • Communities
  • Couples
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • ADHD / Attention Difficulties

    A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • LGBTQI+ Support

    The unique psychological experiences of LGBTQI+ individuals, including identity exploration, coming out, discrimination, minority stress, and relationship dynamics.

  • Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

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  • Self-Esteem

    A person's overall sense of their own worth and value. When chronically low, it can drive self-doubt, avoidance, and difficulty in relationships.

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  • Self-Care

    Deliberate actions taken to maintain or improve one's own mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

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  • Self-Harm

    The deliberate act of hurting oneself, such as cutting or burning, as a way to cope with overwhelming emotional pain or distress.

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  • Suicidal Thoughts

    Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.

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  • Trauma

    The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.

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Professional Title:

  • Therapist /Counselor (Qualifying)

    A therapist or counselor completing supervised clinical training toward full qualification.

Credentials

Qualifications

Diploma in Modern Applied Psychology (DiMAP)

Achology Insitute

Year: 2024

Certificate in Humanistic Integrative Counselling

CPPD

Year: 2025

Diploma in Humanistic Integrative counselling

CPPD

Year: 2025

Service Areas

Online

In-person & Online

Lahore, Punjab

Pakistan