Hufsa Ahmad, LCSW
(she/her/hers)
About Me
I am a 2nd-generation, Pakistani-American, Muslim woman who specializes in trauma, severe mental health and substance use disorders, and acculturation challenges. Originally, I was a scientist, so I use both empathy and analytical skills to help others. I have won several awards for my work and appearances in news outlets. Also, I have a great sense of humor!
Education & Experience
Over 12 years of clinical work with severe mental health and substance use disorders. I have certification in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and clinical expertise in: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, and Narrative Therapy. Populations of focus: healthcare professionals, South Asian, Middle-eastern, and Muslim.
Professional & Volunteer Affiliations
National Alliance on Mental Illness
Specialty Area
- Addictions
- Alcohol/Substance Abuse
- Anxiety/Panic Attacks
- Bipolar Disorder
- Chronic Illness/Medical Issues
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Personality Disorders
- Phobias
- Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
- Psychotic Disorders
- Race, Culture, Ethnicity Issues
- Schizophrenia
- Spirituality
- Stress Management
- Suicide Risk
- Traumatic Incident
Population Served
- Adults
- BIPOC
- Community Mental Health Center
- Group
- Immigrants
- LGBTQ+
- Residential Treatment Facility
- Seniors
- Underserved
Language
- English
Insurance
- Aetna
- BlueCross BlueShield
- Cigna
- Kaiser Permanente
Carelon, Quest, United Healthcare Medicare Advantage, Curative, Decent, MHN, Optum
