Muslim Counselling in London
As a black, Muslim woman that has worked with clients from different backgrounds, I know what it can be like to hold visible identities and appreciate how these can be in harmony or conflict with invisible aspects of ourselves, as well as contribute to feelings of difference.
Maybe you feel as though you are negotiating between intersecting parts of yourself such as your mind, body, heart and soul and you’re finding it difficult to find a balance that feels sincere to you. Perhaps this back and forth is affecting how you behave with your family, friends or partner and you’re finding it difficult to cope. You want to live a life where you can integrate more aspects of yourself and feel more whole, to hear and trust yourself, without fear of feeling shame, feeling seen or even feeling truly known by those who matter most to you.
As a black, Muslim woman that has worked with clients from different backgrounds, I know what it can be like to hold visible identities and appreciate how these can be in harmony or conflict with invisible aspects of ourselves, as well as contribute to feelings of difference.
Maybe you feel as though you are negotiating between intersecting parts of yourself such as your mind, body, heart and soul and you’re finding it difficult to find a balance that feels sincere to you. Perhaps this back and forth is affecting how you behave with your family, friends or partner and you’re finding it difficult to cope. You want to live a life where you can integrate more aspects of yourself and feel more whole, to hear and trust yourself, without fear of feeling shame, feeling seen or even feeling truly known by those who matter most to you.
I’m here to start your healing journey with you. This is your safe space, where you can explore the pain and trauma that you’ve held with you for however long. I can imagine the thought of sharing this with somebody new is daunting and maybe even scary for some .. but that’s okay. Trust the process and allow yourself to be in this journey together. For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
I’m here to start your healing journey with you. This is your safe space, where you can explore the pain and trauma that you’ve held with you for however long. I can imagine the thought of sharing this with somebody new is daunting and maybe even scary for some .. but that’s okay. Trust the process and allow yourself to be in this journey together. For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
Hello , and thank you for visiting my profile. As a second-generation Muslim psychotherapist with a deep understanding of intercultural dynamics, I specialise in working with Muslim and South Asian clients. While our backgrounds vary, there's often a shared journey shaped by family, religion, and community expectations. Anxiety, depression, low mood and life's challenges affect us all, yet cultural nuances can influence how we perceive and address them. In cross-cultural psychotherapy, I honor the significance of race, ethnicity, religion, and culture, fostering a safe space for healing.
Hello , and thank you for visiting my profile. As a second-generation Muslim psychotherapist with a deep understanding of intercultural dynamics, I specialise in working with Muslim and South Asian clients. While our backgrounds vary, there's often a shared journey shaped by family, religion, and community expectations. Anxiety, depression, low mood and life's challenges affect us all, yet cultural nuances can influence how we perceive and address them. In cross-cultural psychotherapy, I honor the significance of race, ethnicity, religion, and culture, fostering a safe space for healing.
Being a British-Pakistani Muslim who’s lived around the world, I have a unique perspective on various issues.
Hi, I'm Moeez, a qualified integrative therapist. In this fast-moving, uncertain, and precarious time period, there can be many responsibilities and problems we have to shoulder. Are you suffering from stress? Always worrying? Has your mood been consistently low recently? Not sure what your purpose in life is? Are there difficulties in your relationships? Have you not been able to process past trauma? Experiencing discrimination? Struggling with identity? Do you want clarity and awareness in how to get better?
Being a British-Pakistani Muslim who’s lived around the world, I have a unique perspective on various issues.
Hi, I'm Moeez, a qualified integrative therapist. In this fast-moving, uncertain, and precarious time period, there can be many responsibilities and problems we have to shoulder. Are you suffering from stress? Always worrying? Has your mood been consistently low recently? Not sure what your purpose in life is? Are there difficulties in your relationships? Have you not been able to process past trauma? Experiencing discrimination? Struggling with identity? Do you want clarity and awareness in how to get better?
I understand the challenges of cultural dynamics and being Muslim in the 21st Century.
Are you looking for an experienced Muslim therapist? One who understands your unique needs as a Muslim? You are in the right place. With over a decade of dedicated service in the field of psychology and counselling, My role is to support you through your struggles. I aim to help you to develop healthier strategies to better cope, manage and overcome your issues.
I understand the challenges of cultural dynamics and being Muslim in the 21st Century.
Are you looking for an experienced Muslim therapist? One who understands your unique needs as a Muslim? You are in the right place. With over a decade of dedicated service in the field of psychology and counselling, My role is to support you through your struggles. I aim to help you to develop healthier strategies to better cope, manage and overcome your issues.
If you are Asian, black and/or Muslim, sessions may include looking at faith, culture and family dynamics.
Hi! I'm Robina and I am here to provide a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Whether you wish to process current / historical events, grow as an individual, or talk about cultural or faith specific issues, I look forward to hearing from you. If you have received a late diagnosis for Autistism, AuDHD or ADHD, I can support you with processing your experiences. You are the expert of yourself, and sessions will be at your pace. Please note, I only have in person sessions available on Saturdays, and limited sessions weekday evenings.
If you are Asian, black and/or Muslim, sessions may include looking at faith, culture and family dynamics.
Hi! I'm Robina and I am here to provide a supportive space where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. Whether you wish to process current / historical events, grow as an individual, or talk about cultural or faith specific issues, I look forward to hearing from you. If you have received a late diagnosis for Autistism, AuDHD or ADHD, I can support you with processing your experiences. You are the expert of yourself, and sessions will be at your pace. Please note, I only have in person sessions available on Saturdays, and limited sessions weekday evenings.
Anowra Zahid Hussain
Psychologist, MRes, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
London E1 (Online Only)
I am a Psychologist trained in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Cognitive processing therapy (CPT), STAIRS with a background of working with children, youth, and women. As a Muslim woman I believe on an empathetic and non-judgemental attitude is the key where a client can explore his/her inner world for making a positive change. I am flexible in my approach to work with my clients with a positive attitude. Small goals can lead to bigger goals. I help my clients setting up the right goals for themselves. change can begin from inside as well as outside. I work with my clients to make them aware of their potential and strengths
I am a Psychologist trained in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), Cognitive processing therapy (CPT), STAIRS with a background of working with children, youth, and women. As a Muslim woman I believe on an empathetic and non-judgemental attitude is the key where a client can explore his/her inner world for making a positive change. I am flexible in my approach to work with my clients with a positive attitude. Small goals can lead to bigger goals. I help my clients setting up the right goals for themselves. change can begin from inside as well as outside. I work with my clients to make them aware of their potential and strengths
Hello, I am a Muslim Counsellor and Registered BACP Member experienced in working across diverse cultural backgrounds. I understand that life can sometimes be challenging, with its setbacks, traumas, losses, and failings, our life experiences can impact us in several ways. As a Relational counsellor, I provide a safe, and confidential space, where your experiences, thoughts and feelings can be voiced, heard and explored enabling you to make sense of your experiences. A warm, welcoming and non-judgemental approach will enable you to reflect on the difficulties you are experiencing and empower you to explore these at depth.
Hello, I am a Muslim Counsellor and Registered BACP Member experienced in working across diverse cultural backgrounds. I understand that life can sometimes be challenging, with its setbacks, traumas, losses, and failings, our life experiences can impact us in several ways. As a Relational counsellor, I provide a safe, and confidential space, where your experiences, thoughts and feelings can be voiced, heard and explored enabling you to make sense of your experiences. A warm, welcoming and non-judgemental approach will enable you to reflect on the difficulties you are experiencing and empower you to explore these at depth.
I am a Muslim revert (since 1993) who embraces intercultural awareness, with experience of living and working abroad in the Middle East for many years.
As an intercultural psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I am interested in all aspects of your life - both inner and outer. I think it's important to consider your cultural identity and how that influences your experience of living in a wider society that may not fully embody your beliefs and values. Our engagement with others, from an early age, creates internal templates that determine our perceptions and outlook. In therapy, a safe space is created for you to examine your internal world and the dynamics of your interaction with others.
I am a Muslim revert (since 1993) who embraces intercultural awareness, with experience of living and working abroad in the Middle East for many years.
As an intercultural psychoanalytic psychotherapist, I am interested in all aspects of your life - both inner and outer. I think it's important to consider your cultural identity and how that influences your experience of living in a wider society that may not fully embody your beliefs and values. Our engagement with others, from an early age, creates internal templates that determine our perceptions and outlook. In therapy, a safe space is created for you to examine your internal world and the dynamics of your interaction with others.
Hi, I’m Husna, a psycho-spiritual Muslim counsellor offering individual face to face counselling near Angel, London. I work in a heart-focused, trauma informed way to help people overcome and understand personal life experiences (past or present) to reduce and or improve symptoms of common and complex mental health needs. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, feeling distressed, or want to understand past experiences or trauma which may be affecting you at present, I hope that I will be able to give you the space to explore what may be going on, to release what is no longer needed, and hopefully feel lighter.
Hi, I’m Husna, a psycho-spiritual Muslim counsellor offering individual face to face counselling near Angel, London. I work in a heart-focused, trauma informed way to help people overcome and understand personal life experiences (past or present) to reduce and or improve symptoms of common and complex mental health needs. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, feeling distressed, or want to understand past experiences or trauma which may be affecting you at present, I hope that I will be able to give you the space to explore what may be going on, to release what is no longer needed, and hopefully feel lighter.
Mustafa Omer
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
London NW10 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
As a highly skilled and specialist Psychotherapist, I have a deep passion for helping individuals overcome the challenges they face and achieve their personal goals. With years of experience in the field, I possess a wealth of experience and expertise in various therapeutic approaches, which I use to develop tailored treatment plans that address the unique needs of each client.
For my Muslim clients, I may combine elements of an Islamic model for therapy which solidifies the therapeutic relationship.
As a highly skilled and specialist Psychotherapist, I have a deep passion for helping individuals overcome the challenges they face and achieve their personal goals. With years of experience in the field, I possess a wealth of experience and expertise in various therapeutic approaches, which I use to develop tailored treatment plans that address the unique needs of each client.
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Hello and welcome. I'm Nawal, and I'm here to be a part of your journey towards healing, self-discovery and growth. As a dedicated counsellor, I offer a compassionate and integrative approach to therapy, drawing upon various modalities to meet your unique needs and goals. Whether you're struggling with past traumas, seeking to improve your mental health, or simply looking for support during a challenging time, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for exploration and healing. My goal is to empower you to tap into your inner strengths and resources, helping you navigate life's challenges with resilience and authenticity.
Hello and welcome. I'm Nawal, and I'm here to be a part of your journey towards healing, self-discovery and growth. As a dedicated counsellor, I offer a compassionate and integrative approach to therapy, drawing upon various modalities to meet your unique needs and goals. Whether you're struggling with past traumas, seeking to improve your mental health, or simply looking for support during a challenging time, I am here to provide a safe and supportive space for exploration and healing. My goal is to empower you to tap into your inner strengths and resources, helping you navigate life's challenges with resilience and authenticity.
I am a professionally qualified therapist and registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their ethical framework for good practice to ensure that I work to the best interest of my clients. I work with adults and young people from all background with different past life experiences and psychological difficulties . There are many different reasons why you may be seeking therapy – you might be feeling stuck, misunderstood, judged or facing challenge from past life experiences that is preventing you to move forward in the way you would like.
I am a professionally qualified therapist and registered member of British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP) and adhere to their ethical framework for good practice to ensure that I work to the best interest of my clients. I work with adults and young people from all background with different past life experiences and psychological difficulties . There are many different reasons why you may be seeking therapy – you might be feeling stuck, misunderstood, judged or facing challenge from past life experiences that is preventing you to move forward in the way you would like.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a number of modalities of counselling & CBT to support my clients. Acceptance without judgement and offering a safe and confidential space for my clients is at the core of my practice. I have helped clients from all backgrounds to manage; low mood, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. I work with both individual and couples therapy clients ( Accredited- Tavistock Relationships). I support clients facing relationship difficulties and those looking for help with loss / bereavement. I bring culturally sensitive awareness to all my work including the impact of identity, race & faith.
As an integrative counsellor, I draw on a number of modalities of counselling & CBT to support my clients. Acceptance without judgement and offering a safe and confidential space for my clients is at the core of my practice. I have helped clients from all backgrounds to manage; low mood, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. I work with both individual and couples therapy clients ( Accredited- Tavistock Relationships). I support clients facing relationship difficulties and those looking for help with loss / bereavement. I bring culturally sensitive awareness to all my work including the impact of identity, race & faith.
I am a consultant psychiatrist in medical psychotherapy, with several years experience offering psychotherapy in specialist services across the NHS. I offer once weekly psychodynamic and more intensive psychoanalytic therapy & mentalisation based treatment (MBT). I also provide clinical supervision.
I am a consultant psychiatrist in medical psychotherapy, with several years experience offering psychotherapy in specialist services across the NHS. I offer once weekly psychodynamic and more intensive psychoanalytic therapy & mentalisation based treatment (MBT). I also provide clinical supervision.
I am an Integrative Humanistic Therapist. I work with the understanding of intersectional complexities, neurodiversity and GSRD (gender, sexual, and relationship diversity). We explore all aspects of your lived experience to understand your current state of being. I utilise a trauma informed lens, as well as aim to re-establish connection with the body. Having lived in South Asia, the Middle East, America, France and now the UK, I am able to understand and acknowledge the social and cultural uniqueness of each person.
I am an Integrative Humanistic Therapist. I work with the understanding of intersectional complexities, neurodiversity and GSRD (gender, sexual, and relationship diversity). We explore all aspects of your lived experience to understand your current state of being. I utilise a trauma informed lens, as well as aim to re-establish connection with the body. Having lived in South Asia, the Middle East, America, France and now the UK, I am able to understand and acknowledge the social and cultural uniqueness of each person.
My name is Rumena and I am so glad you have taken the first step towards enhancing your wellbeing. Life is full of transitions, hardships, ups and down and there will be times where you feel lost, empty or just stuck in a rut. Sometimes the distress, pain and isolation caused by life’s challenges can feel too unbearable to face alone, or the journey to your destination too long or even unreachable. Therapy is a gift to yourself to help you overcome life's challenges on your journey of self-exploration and healing so you can be your best and most authentic self. I can be your companion on that journey.
My name is Rumena and I am so glad you have taken the first step towards enhancing your wellbeing. Life is full of transitions, hardships, ups and down and there will be times where you feel lost, empty or just stuck in a rut. Sometimes the distress, pain and isolation caused by life’s challenges can feel too unbearable to face alone, or the journey to your destination too long or even unreachable. Therapy is a gift to yourself to help you overcome life's challenges on your journey of self-exploration and healing so you can be your best and most authentic self. I can be your companion on that journey.
I am an integrative and humanistic psychotherapist who believes in providing compassionate and personalized care to each of my clients. I understand that each person has a unique set of experiences and challenges, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I am an integrative and humanistic psychotherapist who believes in providing compassionate and personalized care to each of my clients. I understand that each person has a unique set of experiences and challenges, and I strive to create a safe and non-judgmental space where they can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors.
I am an integrative Psychotherapist who uses various methods and theories from a range of modalities to tailor my style to the individual's needs. I feel that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy and that each client must be worked with, in an individual manner. I am influenced by Person-Centred and Psychodynamic concepts in my work, as I like to get to the root cause of what is pertinent for the client at present, whilst always remembering that ‘the client is an expert in their own lives’.
I am an integrative Psychotherapist who uses various methods and theories from a range of modalities to tailor my style to the individual's needs. I feel that there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy and that each client must be worked with, in an individual manner. I am influenced by Person-Centred and Psychodynamic concepts in my work, as I like to get to the root cause of what is pertinent for the client at present, whilst always remembering that ‘the client is an expert in their own lives’.
Hey, I’m Farkhunda and I am a qualified and registered Person-Centred counsellor. Having been a client myself, I am familiar with the processes of seeking therapy and how difficult it can be. At Brain Fog Therapy, I aim to make the process as easy as it can be for you to reduce the unnecessary stress that can often come with finding a therapist.
Hey, I’m Farkhunda and I am a qualified and registered Person-Centred counsellor. Having been a client myself, I am familiar with the processes of seeking therapy and how difficult it can be. At Brain Fog Therapy, I aim to make the process as easy as it can be for you to reduce the unnecessary stress that can often come with finding a therapist.
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Muslim Counsellors
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
A culturally sensitive therapist will be respectful of faith, race, sexual orientation, gender, age, disabilities, or anything that is relevant to an individual’s reasons for seeking therapy. This mental health practitioner will therefore be able to recognize the role of faith in a client’s life, and they can appreciate the cultural values and beliefs of others. Cultural sensitivity on the part of the therapist may enhance the possibility of a strong therapeutic bond, even if the clinician does not have an extensive understanding of a client’s background before therapy begins.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience with Muslim clients?
It is best to ask directly whether a therapist has worked with Muslim clients, and if so, the extent to which cultural or religious principles factored into their work together. You can also ask whether a therapist who is familiar with Islamic practices, values, and beliefs incorporates them into their professional work, and if so, how. If the therapist does not have a sufficient knowledge base, they may well know and can refer you to someone who has such experience.
What if the therapist does not have my exact background?
It is not necessary for a therapist to share one’s exact religious background for therapy to be successful. A qualified and culturally sensitive therapist will appreciate diversity within the Muslim community as well as diversity overall, and will have a sense of how religious and cultural issues can contribute to mental health. In addition, a good therapist would be willing to learn from their clients.
How do I recognise an effective Muslim therapist?
Like all therapists, a Muslim therapist who is effective will have the requisite training and expertise in evidence-based techniques, as well as the ability to connect with you on a personal level. An effective Muslim therapist may also demonstrate a clear understanding of your cultural background and faith. A therapist with such cultural sensitivity will set the stage for a strong therapeutic alliance.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of the Muslim faith?
The directory of Muslim therapists includes mental health providers who have shared their cultural background in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist with a similar background. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. When the number of therapists identified as Muslim is limited, the directory will also show therapists with extensive experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.