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TYPES OF SESSIONS I OFFER

• Individual
• Family (mothers, daughters, sisters etc.)
• Group

LANGUAGES I SPEAK

• English
• Arabic

SOME OF THE ISSUES WE CAN EXPLORE TOGETHER

• Abuse: Addressing various forms of abuse, including emotional/verbal, financial, mental/psychological, abandonment/neglect, physical, sexual, and spiritual.
• Anger Management: Developing strategies to understand and manage anger effectively.
• Anxiety: Explores the roots of anxious thoughts and physical sensations while nurturing one's connection to their core qualities of self, fostering a sense of safety, groundedness, and ease.
• Attachment Issues: Understanding attachment styles and their impact on relationships.
• Body Image: Explores perception of one's body and self-image, nurturing a compassionate and loving relationship with oneself.
• Boundaries: Learning to set and maintain healthy boundaries in personal and professional relationships.
• Burnout: Recognizing and recovering from emotional, mental, and physical exhaustion.
• Chronic Illness/Pain: Managing the emotional and psychological aspects of living with chronic illness and/or pain.
• Confidence & Self-Esteem: Building self-confidence and enhancing self-worth.
• Conflict Management: Developing skills to navigate and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Cultural Expectations: Navigating conflicts between cultural norms and personal values or goals.
• Depression: Identifying symptoms and working towards recovery from depressive states.
• Disordered Eating: Addressing eating patterns that are causing distress and fostering a healthy relationship with food.
• Dissociation: Explores the causes of dissociative experiences, fostering awareness and helping to develop strategies for grounding, reconnection, and emotional regulation.
• Domestic Violence: Providing support and strategies for those affected by domestic violence.
• Faith and Spirituality: Strengthening your connection with Allah and navigating challenges in your spiritual journey.
• Family Conflict: Navigating and resolving conflicts within family dynamics.
• Fear, Uncertainty and Doubt: Addressing self-sabotaging thoughts and building trust in yourself, Allah's qadar, and His plan.
• Guilt, Shame, Self-Doubt: Addressing feelings of guilt, shame, and self-doubt to foster self-compassion.
• Identity Issues: Exploring and understanding one's personal, cultural, and Muslim identities and their intersections.
• Life Purpose & Direction: Finding meaning and direction in life, aligning with personal values and goals.
• Life Transitions: Adjusting to significant life changes, including separation or divorce.
• Loneliness & Isolation: Combating feelings of loneliness and fostering connections.
• Loss & Grief: Processing grief and finding ways to hold ourselves with compassion through loss.
• Marriage: Enhancing marital relationships and addressing marital challenges.
• Mother Wound: Navigating complexities and challenges in one's relationship with one's mother as a Muslimah
• Narcissism and Narcissistic Traits: Supports navigating relationships with narcissistic individuals through healthy boundaries, emotional and spiritual resilience, and restored agency.
• Nervous System Regulation: Supports the development of tools and practices to tend to the nervous system, promoting resilience, emotional stability, and a sense of safety within the body.
• Parenting: Supporting parents in navigating the complexities of raising children.
• Personal/Spiritual Growth: Encouraging personal development and spiritual enrichment.
• Polygyny: Addressing the unique challenges associated with polygynous relationships.
• Relationships: Improving interpersonal relationships and communication skills.
• Resilience Building & Self-Care: Developing resilience and implementing effective self-care practices.
• Self-Harm: Providing support and strategies to those engaging in self-harming behaviors.
• Sexual Issues: Addressing concerns such as sex addiction, sexual anxiety, sexual trauma, and shame around sex.
• Shame-Resilience Therapy: Explores feelings of shame related to religion, sinning, and self-worth, fostering self-compassion and a deeper understanding of oneself in relation to Allah.
• Stress: Explores the roots of stress, fostering deeper awareness and cultivating practices to transform how it is experienced and managed.
• Suicidal Thoughts: Offering support and intervention for individuals experiencing suicidal ideation.
• Time Management and Organization: Learning strategies to stay focused and feel more in control of your daily life.
• Trauma (PTSD & Complex PTSD): Healing from traumatic experiences and managing post-traumatic stress.
• Women's Issues: Exploring challenges unique to women's experiences.
• Work-Life Balance: Managing stress and finding fulfillment while juggling personal and professional responsibilities.

SOME OF THE THERAPEUTIC APPROACHES I USE

• Attachment-Based Therapy: Examines early attachment patterns to improve relational dynamics and emotional security.
• Client-Centred Therapy: Focuses on providing a safe, empathetic environment where clients feel valued and understood.
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT): Identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behavious to improve emotional well-being.
• Compassion-Focused Therapy: Encourages self-compassion to reduce shame and foster emotional resilience.
• Culturally-Sensitive Therapy: Tailors therapy to respect and incorporate the client's cultural background and values.
• Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT): Combines mindfulness and skills training to improve emotional regulation and distress tolerance.
• Eclectic Therapy: Adapts various therapeutic approaches to meet the unique needs of each client.
• Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT): Focuses on processing emotions and improving emotional connections, particularly in relationships.
• Expressive Arts Therapy: Uses creative arts like drawing, writing, and movement to facilitate self-expression and healing.
• Internal Family Systems (IFS): Explores inner parts of the self to resolve internal conflicts and promote harmony.
• Islamic Psychotherapy: Integrates Islamic teachings, values, and spirituality as a foundation for healing and growth.
• Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction: Uses mindfulness practices to reduce stress and increase present-moment awareness.
• Motivational Interviewing: Helps clients resolve ambivalence and find motivation to make meaningful changes.
• Narrative Therapy: Helps clients reshape their personal stories to foster empowerment and healing.
• Polyvagal Theory: Focuses on regulating the nervous system to manage trauma and improve emotional safety.
• Psychoeducation: Provides clients with knowledge and tools to better understand and manage their mental health.
• Relational Therapy: Strengthens interpersonal relationships and explores patterns in the client’s connections with others.
• Sensorimotor Psychotherapy: Integrates body awareness and physical sensations to process trauma and emotional experiences.
• Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT): Concentrates on setting and achieving goals by focusing on solutions rather than problems.
• Somatic Experiencing: Focuses on releasing stored trauma in the body and restoring a sense of safety.
• Strengths & Resource-Based Therapy: Highlights and builds on the client’s existing strengths and resources.
• Trauma-Informed & Trauma-Responsive Therapy: Provides a safe, supportive approach to working with trauma, focusing on empowerment and safety.

CORE VALUES

As a Muslim therapist, I care deeply about my sisters in Islam, and I believe that values are the foundation of my work; they are essential in creating a meaningful and transformative therapeutic experience. These values shape how I approach therapy, guide my interactions with clients, and strengthen my commitment to providing the highest quality care. By sharing my values with you, my hope is to create
transparency and establish a foundation of understanding and trust

I invite you to explore these values that define my practice and reflect my dedication to serving you with compassion, professionalism, and deep respect for your unique experiences as a Muslim woman. As always, if you have any questions or just want to connect, please reach out to me here.

Faith-Focused Approach: I prioritize using Islamic principles, teachings, and values as the foundation for my therapeutic work, fully recognizing the importance of Islam as the starting point for mental health and overall well-being.

Cultural Sensitivity: I respect and acknowledge the diverse cultural backgrounds and experiences of the sisters I serve within the global Muslim community, ensuring that therapy is culturally sensitive and tailored to each sister's needs.

Confidentiality: Respecting your privacy and maintaining your confidentiality is important to me. Adhering to the values of Islam and the ethical standards of my profession helps me create a safe and reassuring therapy space for you.

Compassion and Empathy: By cultivating compassion and empathy in our therapeutic relationship, I strive to hold a supportive and non-judgmental space, so you feel heard, understood, and validated.

Holistic Well-being: I recognize and honour the interconnectedness of the mind, body, and soul; I support your holistic well-being by addressing your emotional, psychological, and spiritual needs as a whole.

Collaboration and Empowerment: I practice collaborative therapy, encouraging you to actively participate in your own healing process. Together, we empower you to set concrete goals, make informed decisions, and develop the skills you need to navigate life's challenges with confidence.

Professional Competence: I strive to maintain the highest standards of professional competence by expanding my knowledge and skillsets through ongoing professional development training and activities.

Non-Discrimination and Inclusivity:  I am dedicated to providing therapy services to individuals from diverse backgrounds, regardless of race, ethnicity, age, or ability, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for all Muslim women and girls.

Community Engagement: I believe in community collaboration as a means of strengthening the mental health of Muslim communities. Consulting with Muslim professionals, organizations, and spiritual leaders helps me provide comprehensive care and resources to my clients.

THE STANDARDS OF PRACTICE I ADHERE TO

I am an Active member, in good standing, with the Ontario Expressive Arts Therapy Association (OEATA) which serves to uphold the highest of standards of competent and ethical practice in alignment with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO). As an Expressive Arts Therapist in training, I maintain ethical, professional and quality standards including, but not limited to, general professionalism and conduct, such as conflict-of-interest, confidentiality of client information, consent and record-keeping. I follow the code of ethics outlined by the College of Registered Psychotherapists, The Ontario Expressive Arts Therapy Association, and the ethical conduct summary outlined at The Create Institute. To ensure I continue to provide my clients with the highest quality of therapy, I am committed to ongoing professional development, training and certification. For further information about my standards of practice, please review my Informed Consent and the Code of Ethics.

THE PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE I HOLD

In accordance with the By-laws of the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario (CRPO), my therapeutic work is covered by the required professional liability insurance through my membership with the Ontario Expressive Arts Therapy Association (OEATA).