Nura Shadid

Hi! My name is Nura Shadid, (Noo-rah, she/her). I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works with adults who need support in managing anxiety, depression as well as overcoming relationship difficulties, identity and self-esteem concerns, and major life transitions. I also have a focus in Arab-American, Muslim and first generation mental health. I am a first generation Palestinian-Muslim, and that experience has shaped my view and understanding of the systems and structures that oppress the most marginalized of us. As an intersectional feminist, I am working towards unlearning the teachings of the patriarchy and white supremacy, and assisting people in identifying how these impact our daily lives.

I recieved my Bachelors of Social Work in 2013 from Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago, and went on to complete my Master of Social Work at Loyola in 2014. I have since worked in different capacities in mental health, ranging from residential programming, crisis intervention and eventually leading me to settle in outpatient.

Talking things out, challenging you and asking deep difficult questions, understanding and establishing boundaries that make sense to you and your values, learning to communicate, identify and express feelings and respectfully challenging your thinking patterns. You are the one in charge, and I am walking alongside to provide you with the support you need. One size does not fit all, however I use person centered, and narrative style orientations to navigate sessions.

I like to start the session off with your topic of choice, just because I am the professional, it does not mean I know more about you, well, than YOU. I want sessions to feel like two humans, connecting and creating change and understanding. Some sessions may be more light hearted and others may be more difficult and feel more heavy. Just know that therapy, and self-discovery is a process, and one that I am so honored to be a part of. I use humor often, and want to create a space that you feel safe and honored in. I want to ensure you feel comfortable in sessions, and can express your feelings and thoughts freely with no judgment.