Dr. Manahil Riaz is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor and the founder of Riaz Counseling in Houston, Texas. She brings expertise in parenting, relationship dynamics, and trauma care. In addition to her clinical work, Dr. Riaz is an educator who partners with several Houston-based universities to mentor future therapists pursuing their master’s degrees. Dr. Riaz is passionate about breaking down the stigma around mental health and fostering open and meaningful conversations. Her advocacy for mental health services has earned her recognition on platforms like the Huffington Post, KPRC and KHOU-11 in Houston, and the Amanda Sapp Morning Show. Outside of her professional life, she is a parent to two daughters and enjoys reading, exercising, and baking.