School Services Practicum Student

Minnetonka School District

Naz provides school-based individual therapy for children, drawing on her background in Early Childhood Education and her experience working within the Minnetonka School District. She also holds a Minnesota educator license. With a Master’s degree in Communication and ongoing training as a Clinical Mental Health Therapist, Naz blends the art of dialogue with the science of healing to create spaces where stories are heard, understood, and transformed—helping individuals find clarity and connection. She is passionate about fostering warm, supportive, and non-judgmental environments and takes a holistic approach to therapy. Naz loves classical music concerts, fine art, travelling and trying new restaurants.

Therapeutic Modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, Adlerian Therapy, Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Attachment-Focused Therapy.

Specialties: Children (ages 0–12), Life Adjustments and Transitions, Self-Esteem, Social-Emotional Learning, Acculturation Psychology, Autism Spectrum, Communication Challenges, Anxiety, OCD, Eating Disorders, and Body Image Concerns

Certifications/Trainings: Accredited CBT Coach Practitioner, Addiction Counseling, LEGO®-Based Play Therapy, and Psychological First Aid