Nadia Souayed is an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma recovery and brain-based healing. She earned her Master’s degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University Los Angeles and is trained in EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
Nadia integrates neuroscience and attachment-informed principles to help adults understand how trauma impacts the brain, nervous system, and relational patterns. She works extensively with complex trauma, including experiences of sexual abuse, physical abuse, domestic violence, and attachment-related wounds. Her approach emphasizes nervous system regulation, emotional resilience, and addressing trauma at its root to support sustainable recovery.
Based in Los Angeles, Nadia provides telehealth services and delivers culturally responsive, individualized care within a safe and nonjudgmental therapeutic environment. Within Ocean Psychiatry: A Salma Health affiliated clinic, she collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure psychotherapy aligns with coordinated treatment plans and long-term stability.
Outside of her clinical work, Nadia finds inspiration in literature, the arts, and architecture, and prioritizes time with friends, fitness, and overall well-being.
Frequently asked questions
Is Salma Health right for me?
If you’re living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, or other mental health challenges and haven’t found the relief you deserve, Salma Health may be a good fit. Our approach combines advanced diagnostics, personalized treatment, and compassionate care to help you find what truly works for you. The first step is a comprehensive consultation with our team, we’ll help determine the best path forward together.
What does it mean that Ocean Psychiatry is a Salma Health affiliated clinic?
Ocean Psychiatry is in Fremont and part of the broader Salma Health network. For patients, that means you receive personalized, evidence-based care locally, while benefiting from shared clinical standards, coordinated treatment approaches, and access to advanced therapies core to Salma Health’s integrated brain health model.
Do you take insurance?
Yes. We accept most major insurance plans including: Cigna, Aetna, Blue Shield, Optum and a range of commercial providers. Our billing team will verify your benefits, review your coverage and explain any out-of-pocket costs before your visit. For any questions about insurance or payment, please contact our team directly at 510-451-2000
How do I know what therapies are right for me?
Every journey at Salma Health begins with a comprehensive evaluation led by our clinical team. Together, we’ll understand your symptoms, history, and goals, then design a personalized care plan that may include TMS, esketamine, talk therapy, or other evidence based treatments. No two care plans are alike; each is tailored to your unique needs.
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