Dr. Naz has received her Bachelors of Science in Cognitive Psychology and Psychology of Social Behaviors from the University of California, Irvine. She has obtained her Masters in Clinical Psychology from California State University of Fullerton. She has received her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant University.
During her previous training as a doctorate student, Dr. Naz has worked with a diverse range of population suffering from addiction, relationship difficulties, depression, anxiety, and various mental health disorders. She has also worked as Marriage and Family Therapist providing individual, family, couple, and group therapy sessions.
As a clinician, Dr. Naz tries to have an open mind and open heart for understanding her clients. She believes therapy is a collaborative work and enjoys helping her clients live life to their fullest potential.
Short Term (Solution-focused, etc.)
Ideal for those who are coming in with a specific problem they’d like to address and gain clarity on. Typically, short term therapies are present focused and do not dive deep into your past.
Structured
Structured therapies are goal and progress oriented. Therapists may incorporate psychoeducation and a specific “curriculum.” In order to stay on track, therapists may provide worksheets and homework.
Insight-oriented (Psychodynamic, Existential, etc.)
Exploring the past and making connections to present issues can help clients gain insight. Getting to the root of the issue and finding deeper self-awareness can help with long-term change.
Non-directive (Humanistic, Person-centered, etc.)
Going with the flow and seeing where it leads.
Behavioral (CBT, DBT, etc.)
Focuses on changing potentially unhealthy or self-destructive behaviors by addressing problematic thought patterns and specific providing coping skills.
Trauma Focused (EMDR, TF-CBT, etc.)
Recognizing the connection between trauma experiences and your emotional and behavioral responses, trauma focused therapy seeks to help you heal from traumas.