Shakeela is a graduate social work intern who works with children, adolescents, young adults, and adults. She earned her undergraduate degree in psychology from Towson University and is currently completing her final year of the Master of Social Work program at the University of Maryland, Baltimore. Throughout her clinical experience, Shakeela has worked with individuals and groups navigating anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, mood-related concerns, and other mental health challenges.

Shakeela believes that healing begins with building a strong, respectful, and safe therapeutic relationship. She values creating a collaborative space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported as they work toward their personal goals. Shakeela is committed to providing culturally responsive care and recognizes the importance of honoring the identities, experiences, values, and backgrounds that each client brings into the therapeutic space.

She is especially passionate about supporting clients as they navigate trauma, depression, anxiety, identity exploration, relationship concerns, and life transitions. Shakeela approaches therapy through a culturally responsive lens and works collaboratively with clients to tailor treatment to their individual identities, values, needs, and goals. Her therapeutic approach is primarily grounded in evidence-based practices, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and psychodynamic therapy.