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Meet Nida, a warm and caring therapist who understands how hard it can be to reach out, especially when you have been carrying so much on your own for a long time.
Nida works with people who feel anxious, overwhelmed, stuck, exhausted or disconnected from themselves. You don't need to explain everything perfectly or have it all figured out. She meets you right where you are, listens with care and without judgement, and moves at your pace.
Having grown up in Pakistan and now living in Canada, Nida understands what it means to live between two worlds of family, culture and faith. If faith matters to you, she will gladly hold it close in your work together. If it doesn't, that is okay too. You will be met just as you are.
In sessions, Nida helps you make space to breathe, understand yourself with kindness, and build the confidence, clarity and boundaries that protect your peace. This is especially meaningful if you find yourself constantly giving to others with little left for yourself. Together, you will take small, practical steps that help in everyday life, so change feels possible rather than overwhelming.
Her hope is simple: that you leave feeling a little lighter, more understood, more at home in yourself, and more hopeful about what your life can be.
Identifies negative thought patterns to improve emotions & behaviour
Skills-based therapy for emotional regulation and distress tolerance
Explores unconscious patterns and past experiences shaping behaviour
Evidence-based couples therapy building trust and lasting connection
Goal-oriented therapy focusing on solutions, not problems
Builds on personal strengths and resilience to overcome challenges
Reframes personal stories to separate identity from problems
Empathetic, non-directive therapy valuing individual growth
Targeted therapy processing trauma symptoms and restoring safety
Child · Individual · Family · Couples
Adolescents (ages 13-17) · Adults (ages 18-64)
Hindi · English · Urdu
Multicultural
Masters in Psychology — University of Karachi
Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy Association | 11254908 — Canada , British Columbia
Video · Audio · Chat
Whether navigating stress, anxiety, depression, or simply needing someone to talk to — find professional help and a place to express yourself openly.
Ability to change your therapist
100% private & secure sessions
Access to licensed therapists
Personalized care for your needs
Everything you need to know about the product and billing.
Nida Idress has 10+ years of experience in the field of Canadian Certified Counsellor.
Nida Idress speaks the following language(s):
Nida Idress charges USD 180 for a single session. With a pack this drops to USD 162 per session for 4, USD 153 for 8, USD 144 for 12 and USD 135 for 24.
Nida Idress is from Canada.
Shifa Therapy does not bill insurance directly. However, you can submit your receipt to your insurer for potential out-of-network reimbursement. Learn more about our insurance reimbursement process.
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Shifa Therapy connects Muslims with verified, faith-aligned, licensed therapists for online video sessions. Clients can choose preferences such as language, therapist gender, concerns, and availability, then book securely from anywhere. Care is grounded in evidence-based therapy while respecting Islamic values and cultural context. Pricing is transparent, and therapist availability varies by location and clinician credentials.