Fakira Wahid, MA, NC | Psychotherapist

About Fakira Wahid

Focus areas

Anxiety

Mental Health Problem

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

Depression

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Social Anxiety

Insomnia

Panic Attack

Clientele seen

Young adults (18-24)

Individuals

Adults (25-64)

Seniors (65+)

Treatment approaches

Clinical Supervision and Licensed Supervisors

Culturally Sensitive

Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)

Emotionally Focused

Compassion Focused

Interpersonal

Identity

Gender

Female

Languages spoken

English

Getting to know Fakira Wahid

Fakira Wahid, LPC, is a Licensed Professional Counselor who brings a comprehensive, action-oriented approach to therapy, grounded in thousands of hours of clinical experience. She works with children, adolescents, and adults facing challenges such as anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem, behavioral concerns, substance use, and relationship issues. Fakira draws from evidence-based modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and systematic desensitization. She believes that meaningful change comes from consistent, measurable progress and tailors her treatment to support each client’s unique path forward. Fakira’s therapeutic style is direct, supportive, and results-focused. She values creating a space where clients feel safe, understood, and empowered to take concrete steps toward growth. Her experience spans individual, couples, family, and group counseling, and she is especially passionate about working with diverse populations including veterans, refugees, BIPOC communities, and individuals navigating trauma or chronic illness. Outside of her practice, Fakira enjoys cooking, home improvement projects, and spending quality time with her family. Brightside Health is a fully online mental health practice providing life-changing care for anxiety, depression, and related conditions through personalized Psychiatry and Therapy services available in all 50 states. Named the "best online psychiatry service" for 4 years in a row by publications including Forbes, Healthline, Yahoo, VeryWellMind, and Everyday Health. During your initial consultation, we will craft a personalized treatment plan and schedule follow-up appointments as needed.

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Popular visit reasons

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Psychosexual Evaluation

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit

Sleep Problems

Agoraphobia

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)

New Patient Visit

Pain Management Consultation

Education and background

Practice names

Brightside Health

Education and training

Liberty University, Master's in Professional Counseling

NPI number

1588284574

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Frequently asked questions

How soon can I make an appointment with Fakira Wahid?

Generally, Fakira Wahid has appointments available on Zocdoc within 1 week. You can see Fakira Wahid's earliest availability on Zocdoc and make an appointment online.

Is Fakira Wahid accepting new patients?

Fakira Wahid generally accepts new patients on Zocdoc. You can see Fakira Wahid's earliest availability on Zocdoc and schedule an appointment online.

Does Fakira Wahid accept my insurance?

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Can I make an appointment with Fakira Wahid online?

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What practice does Fakira Wahid work with?

Fakira Wahid works with Brightside Health.

What are common reasons for patients to see Fakira Wahid?

Fakira Wahid frequently sees patients for New Patient Visit, Pain Management Consultation, Psychotherapy, Psychotherapy Intake / Initial Visit, and Sleep Problems. You can see other visit reasons for Fakira Wahid on their profile.