Therapist profile
Dr. Uma Subbiah, OH Psychologist P.5530, IL Psychologist 071007510
Dr. Uma Subbiah - Psychologist for mood and family concerns
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- CBT approaches
- Mindfulness skills
- Motivational interviewing
About Uma
Dr. Uma Subbiah is an Ohio psychologist with 22 years of clinical experience. She lists work with stress, anxiety, relationship concerns, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, depression, addictions, LGBT issues, family and parenting concerns, grief, intimacy-related issues, eating and sleeping problems, anger, self-esteem, career questions, ADHD, and related difficulties.
She uses a straightforward, client-focused style in sessions. She aims to build a working relationship and to help people set clear goals. She draws on practical tools and conversations rather than abstract theories. Sessions are paced to fit what each person brings in that day.
Her background includes long-term clinical practice across mood and trauma concerns. She commonly uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Client-Centered approaches to address thinking patterns, behaviors, and everyday problems. Mindfulness techniques and Motivational Interviewing are part of the mix when someone needs help with coping skills or change planning.
Dr. Subbiah emphasizes collaboration. She works with people to identify manageable steps and to track progress. Conversations often include skill practice, problem solving, and attention to how patterns play out at home or at work.
Her experience covers trauma-related issues and mood disorders alongside practical parenting and family stress. People seeking help for grief, relationship strain, or difficulty concentrating and sleeping may find sessions focused on actionable strategies and steady support.
Sessions are conducted in English and governed by the professional licensure listed. Prospective clients should confirm current session options before booking and follow the site's process to schedule an initial meeting.
How sessions work
How evidence-based approaches translate to online sessions
Client-Centered Therapy focuses on listening and on the relationship between therapist and person. It helps when someone needs space to talk through relationship strain, parenting stress, or feelings of low self-worth. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) looks at thoughts and behaviors and gives concrete exercises to change unhelpful patterns. CBT is often used for anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and mood regulation.Mindfulness Therapy teaches attention and grounding practices to reduce reactivity and improve sleep and focus. These exercises are short and can be practiced between sessions to handle everyday stress. The therapist will work with each person to decide which approaches to use, and that decision is collaborative. She asks about goals, daily routines, and what has helped or not helped in the past before proposing a plan.
The original biography does not list specific online session formats. Confirm available session types and scheduling options before you book. In general, online sessions can make it easier to fit therapy into busy family lives, allow a shorter check-in when time is tight, and let people use audio-only options when video is difficult. Licensed professionals can adapt CBT and mindfulness exercises for remote work so that practical skill practice continues between meetings.
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Experience
22+ years
Listed in
Ohio, Illinois
Languages
English
Questions
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What kinds of issues does she help with?
She works with stress, anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, bipolar disorder, addictions, parenting and family concerns, and related problems such as sleep and eating issues.
How would you describe her therapeutic style?
She uses a practical, client-centered style focused on setting goals, practicing skills, and addressing patterns that affect daily life.
How many years has she been practicing?
She has 22 years of clinical experience working with mood, trauma, and behavioral concerns.
What are her credentials and where is she located?
She is listed as OH Psychologist P.5530 and IL Psychologist 071007510 and practices from Ohio.
Does she offer sessions in other languages or to international clients?
Sessions are offered in English. She does not accept international clients.
What session formats are available?
The original biography does not specify session formats. Please confirm current session options before booking.
How is payment handled and what does it cost?
Costs vary with location and sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
How do I begin working with her?
Select the See online therapy options button, complete the short matching questionnaire, and schedule a first session.
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