Therapist profile
Nahia Soto
Practical, compassionate therapy for life changes
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- English and Spanish
- Client-centered care
- Focus on coping
About Nahia
She focuses on common struggles like self-esteem, motivation, grief, anger, and relationship concerns. She also supports people coping with trauma and abuse, immigration-related stress, body image, and the pressures of young adulthood. Nahia tailors conversations and plans to each person’s situation rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach.
Nahia blends a few different approaches to fit what each person needs. She uses client-centered listening to follow a person's priorities, cognitive behavioral tools to shift unhelpful thinking, and mindfulness practices to calm strong emotions. She also draws on motivational interviewing and narrative methods to help people find purpose and rebuild confidence.
With five years of experience as an LCSW (Licensed Clinical Social Worker), she brings practical skills and a compassionate attitude. Sessions focus on clear goals, small experiments to try between meetings, and honest conversation about progress.
To begin, a short matching questionnaire and scheduling step are used so people can connect when it fits their life. Nahia encourages steady, realistic steps and will work collaboratively to adjust the plan as needs change.
Approaches that translate to online support
Client-centered therapy focuses on following a person's lead and listening carefully to what matters most. It helps clarify priorities and build a plan around a person's values and day-to-day life.Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, breaks down how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and teaches practical skills to shift unhelpful patterns. It is often useful for anxiety, depression, and stress that gets in the way of daily functioning.
Mindfulness therapy offers simple attention and breathing practices to reduce reactivity and manage strong emotions. These practices pair well with other methods to steady mood and improve focus.
Finding the right mix of approaches is part of the work. The therapist partners with each person to decide what methods fit their goals and preferences. That collaborative process includes checking what helps and adjusting the plan as progress is made.
Confirm the current session options before booking so you know how appointments are delivered. Online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into a busy life by removing travel time and allowing quicker check-ins when needed. They also allow for tools like worksheets and short practices between meetings to reinforce what is learned in session.
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Experience
5+ years
Credentials
North Carolina
Languages
English, Spanish
Frequently asked questions
What concerns does Nahia commonly address?
Nahia works with stress, anxiety, depression, coping with life changes, grief, anger, relationship worries, trauma and abuse, and career concerns. She also supports issues like body image, postpartum depression, and multicultural stressors.
What is her therapeutic style like?
She practices client-centered listening and uses clear, practical tools. Expect a collaborative tone with goal-setting and skill practice between sessions.
How much experience does she have?
She has five years of professional experience working in clinical settings and community care. That background informs her practical, step-by-step approach.
What are her credentials and location?
She is an LCSW, which stands for Licensed Clinical Social Worker, licensed in North Carolina. Sessions are offered from a North Carolina practice base.
In which languages can sessions be held?
Sessions are offered in English and Spanish.
Can international clients work with her?
She is not currently accepting international clients. People within the therapist's licensed jurisdiction can use the service according to platform rules.
How does billing or cost work?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time. Exact pricing is provided during the matching and scheduling steps.
How do I start a therapy relationship?
Select the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule according to therapist availability. The questionnaire helps match goals and practical preferences.