Mena Soliman

I became a therapist because I enjoy helping others, especially when individuals are living in discomfort. I watched distant family members struggle with mental disorders, believing that therapy was taboo, resisting help when it was provided or judging those who did seek help. As an act of rebellion, I became the first therapist in my family!

I have family members who have struggled with OCD. Very limited resources were available to help them. I didn't realize some had OCD until I received OCD/ERP training.

Anxiety, depression, and adjustment disorders. At the beginning of my career I primarily worked with college students, and most of their diagnoses stemmed from life transitions and stress caused by their environment. Periods of heightened stress can increase anxiety and OCD symptoms. In fact, OCD nurtures itself from the anxiety and discomfort it subjects individuals to. Learning how to sit with anxiety and discomfort is how we can fight OCD.

At times, it gets tougher before it gets easier, and that is completely normal! There is no rush to your process. We develop your goals and treatment plans together as a team.

This is an open space and judgment-free zone. I hope you find it easy to be honest with me so I can help you to the best of my ability. Let me know if you're uncomfortable or afraid, and we can find ways to combat the fear together.