- Short goal-oriented work
- Mindful cognitive tools
- Sleep and mood support
About Uma
Dr. Uma Subbiah is a clinical psychologist licensed in Ohio and Illinois who helps people with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep problems, and relationship concerns. She has 22 years of experience and works with a wide range of issues including trauma, mood disorders, addiction, and grief.
Her approach is warm and collaborative. She focuses on building a respectful relationship and on practical steps people can take between sessions. Sessions tend to center on what the person wants to change and on small, achievable goals.
She uses methods drawn from client-centered work, cognitive behavioral techniques, mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused strategies. That mix lets her tailor sessions to a person’s needs and preferences rather than following a single rigid plan.
People often come for help with sleep, coping after trauma, panic, low mood, and struggles with self-esteem or body image. She also supports those dealing with life changes, career stress, and compassion fatigue. The focus is on clear, manageable strategies that fit everyday life.
Dr. Subbiah holds the credential OH Psychologist P.5530 and IL Psychologist 071007510. She practices from Ohio and conducts work in English, and she does not accept international clients. To begin, prospective clients complete a short matching questionnaire and schedule according to availability.
How therapeutic approaches translate to online care
Client-centered work emphasizes listening and tailoring sessions to each person's needs. It focuses on building a trusting relationship, helping people say what matters most and choose the aims for therapy. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, or CBT, focuses on identifying unhelpful thoughts and testing small behavior changes to reduce anxiety, improve mood, and address sleep problems.Choosing the right approach is a joint process. The therapist will work with the client to match methods to their goals and preferences, and may combine practices as needed. That collaborative planning is revisited as progress is made so the care stays aligned with what the person finds most helpful.
If you are considering online work, confirm the session formats before booking so you know what is offered. Online therapy can make it easier to fit care into a busy day, allow shorter check-ins when helpful, and reduce travel time while keeping the same therapeutic methods. Licensed professionals can use these approaches to address sleep, anxiety, mood, and trauma-related concerns via the agreed session format, and the focus is on practical tools that translate to daily life.
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Experience
22+ years
Credentials
Ohio, Illinois
Languages
English
Frequently asked questions
What kinds of concerns does this therapist address?
She supports people coping with stress, anxiety, depression, sleep difficulties, trauma, addiction, relationship problems, and related issues such as grief and body image.
How would sessions feel and proceed?
Expect a respectful, collaborative style that focuses on goals you set. Sessions include discussion, practical exercises, and steps to try between meetings.
How much clinical experience does she have?
She has 22 years of experience working as a psychotherapist with a broad range of concerns including PTSD and mood disorders.
What are her credentials and where is she based?
She is listed as OH Psychologist P.5530 and IL Psychologist 071007510 and practices from Ohio.
Which languages are used in therapy sessions?
Sessions are offered in English.
Can people outside the United States work with her?
She does not accept international clients at this time.
How are sessions paid for and what does cost look like?
Cost varies with location and therapist availability; sessions use a subscription that can be canceled at any time.
What is the first step to begin working together?
Use the Start Therapy button, complete a short matching questionnaire, and schedule sessions based on the therapist's availability.