About Shaheda

Shaheda Ferdose is a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker who works with both children and adults, supporting individuals navigating anxiety, trauma, and life stressors. She brings a calm, thoughtful presence to therapy and values creating a space where clients feel safe, supported, and understood.

Shaheda’s approach is CBT-informed and focused on helping clients build practical coping skills, emotional awareness, and resilience. When working with children, she integrates play-based and creative interventions to support expression and engagement in ways that feel natural and developmentally appropriate.

She is committed to fostering a warm, collaborative, and nonjudgmental environment for individuals and families. Shaheda believes therapy should feel approachable and grounding, and she strives to meet clients where they are while honoring their lived experiences, identities, and cultural contexts.

Works Best With

  • Children and adults experiencing anxiety, stress, or emotional overwhelm

  • Individuals processing trauma or difficult life experiences

  • Children who benefit from play-based or creative approaches to expression

  • Clients seeking practical coping skills in a supportive, culturally responsive space

  • Individuals and families who value a therapist who leads with patience, warmth, and collaboration

Languages Spoken
English, Bangla, Hindi


Insurances Accepted

Aetna

ASR

Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Complete Medicaid

HAP

Meridian Medicaid

McLaren Medicaid

Priority Health

United Health Care Medicaid

Private Pay Rate

$195- Intake session | $150 Psychotherapy

Sliding Scale Available*