Rida Qadri(She/Her/Hers)

Rida Qadri began her academic career at the University of Houston, earning a Bachelor of Business Administration in Management Information Systems in 2016. She initially worked at Ernst & Young in IT Audit but soon realized her true passion lay in medicine. Pursuing that calling, she completed her Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies at Sullivan University in Louisville, Kentucky, in 2021. Since 2022, Rida has been practicing in Behavioral Health at MAVA, where she brings a broad and well-rounded understanding of psychiatry to her patient care.

Rida Qadri is deeply committed to patient education, particularly when it comes to the safety and proper use of psychotropic medications. She enjoys providing practical strategies to help patients manage anxiety and depression and believes in empowering individuals to take an active role in their mental health journey. Her care approach is centered on fostering trust and collaboration within the provider-patient relationship, which she views as essential to achieving lasting outcomes.

Moreover, she values cultural sensitivity and diversity in her practice. She is attentive to the unique backgrounds and needs of her patients and ensures that every individual feels seen, heard, and respected. Her compassionate and inclusive approach allows her to connect with patients from all walks of life, creating a safe and supportive environment for healing.