License
California
Bio
Hi there! I’m Dina Bdaiwi~
I’m a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and an Associate Professional Clinical Counselor who’s passionate about decolonizing therapy and creating affirming spaces for the girls, gays, and theys.
I specialize in supporting folks navigating neurodivergence, body image concerns, and the impact of trauma. Whether you need a space to process heavy experiences or just want a therapist who understands the importance of memes and humor in healing, I'm here for it!
As a proud mix of Mexican and Syrian/Lebanese, I celebrate cultural diversity and bring a lens of intersectionality into therapy. Together, we’ll work to challenge patriarchy, diet culture, and white supremacy while building deeper self-connection.
My therapeutic toolkit includes:
EMDR & Brainspotting for processing difficult memories
Feminist therapy for empowering conversations
Art and mindfulness practices for grounding and balance
At the heart of my work is helping you feel safer in your body, connected with humanity, and empowered in your story.
Let’s connect! Schedule a free 15-minute consultation to see if the vibes feel right: https://www.helpsendtherapy.com/contact
Areas of focus
Trauma & Complex Trauma – including generational, racialized, and identity-based trauma
Neurodivergence – ADHD, autism, and affirming support for diverse ways of thinking and being
Body Image & Eating Concerns – healing from diet culture and practicing body liberation
Gender & Sexuality – affirming care for LGBTQIA+ communities, especially folks contending with religion/spirituality and Queer identities (for example: Queer Muslims practicing self acceptance, seeking community, and coming out to family)
Cultural Identity & Intersectionality – navigating bicultural/multicultural experiences and decolonizing selfhood
Anxiety, Depression, & Life Transitions – creating tools for regulation, grounding, and resilience as well as clarifying values; whether you are graduating, switching majors, beginning a new career, we can figure out moving forward together!
Relational Healing – strengthening connections with self, family, partners, and community
Liberation & Collective Healing – exploring ways to resist systems of oppression and reclaim joy
Cost of Services
$180-$225
I also accept CT Stream Funds (Changing Tides https://thechangingtides.org/ct-stream up to $150 per session, 10 sessions allotted, must apply and qualify for the fund)
Waitlist open for Sliding Scale, inquire.
Location
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Irvine, CA, USA