Muslim Therapists in New Jersey
I also have a special interest in working with individuals who are Muslim or Balkan.
I'm passionate about helping clients of any age or gender learn how to break unhealthy habits, reduce their anxiety and depression, and also learn about themselves in the process of therapy.
I also have a special interest in working with individuals who are Muslim or Balkan.
I'm passionate about helping clients of any age or gender learn how to break unhealthy habits, reduce their anxiety and depression, and also learn about themselves in the process of therapy.
Sodah Minty
Psychologist
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I also offer consultations to mental health providers on the topic of Muslim intersectional identities.
I believe that the current framework of "mental illness" tells us that we are the problem. You are not the problem. While society encourages us to “fix” or “stop” painful emotional experiences, I hope to remove the expectation that we need “fixing” in order to thrive. I want to help you feel more connected, authentic and empowered in yourself and in your relationships. Together, we can incorporate and honor all of who you are (mind, body, spirit, community) and begin a healing journey that is centered on the foundation you want for your life and your future.
I also offer consultations to mental health providers on the topic of Muslim intersectional identities.
I believe that the current framework of "mental illness" tells us that we are the problem. You are not the problem. While society encourages us to “fix” or “stop” painful emotional experiences, I hope to remove the expectation that we need “fixing” in order to thrive. I want to help you feel more connected, authentic and empowered in yourself and in your relationships. Together, we can incorporate and honor all of who you are (mind, body, spirit, community) and begin a healing journey that is centered on the foundation you want for your life and your future.
I am a second-generation Pakistani Muslim raised in NJ. In my own healing journey, accessing mental health resources that were inclusive and culturally informed was challenging. My journey of healing has ignited a desire to provide trauma informed care using a culturally informed lens. Many of my clients have struggled with their own healing journey. Using a trauma focused lens, mindfulness and strength-based approach I am able to help clients navigate their challenges. I focus on fostering emotional processing and self-care so that my clients are able to embark on their own path to healing.
I am a second-generation Pakistani Muslim raised in NJ. In my own healing journey, accessing mental health resources that were inclusive and culturally informed was challenging. My journey of healing has ignited a desire to provide trauma informed care using a culturally informed lens. Many of my clients have struggled with their own healing journey. Using a trauma focused lens, mindfulness and strength-based approach I am able to help clients navigate their challenges. I focus on fostering emotional processing and self-care so that my clients are able to embark on their own path to healing.
Sania Siddiqui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Martinsville, NJ 08836 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation eldest Muslim- Pakistani daughter, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work, specifically parent-child, family and sibling relationships.
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation eldest Muslim- Pakistani daughter, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work, specifically parent-child, family and sibling relationships.
Ahmed Eid: Adults, Teens, and Couples
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
Jersey City, NJ 07306
I love to work with teens, young adults, and couples. My clients work with me on things like transitioning out of adolescence, exploring identity, handling academic and social issues, reducing anxiety, social phobia, depression, and managing ADHD, PTSD, and relationship issues. I also enjoy creating a safe space for clients coming from a Muslim background. With couples, I draw on Gottman Method techniques to increase emotional connection and communication. See if I am accepting new clients at the moment and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
I love to work with teens, young adults, and couples. My clients work with me on things like transitioning out of adolescence, exploring identity, handling academic and social issues, reducing anxiety, social phobia, depression, and managing ADHD, PTSD, and relationship issues. I also enjoy creating a safe space for clients coming from a Muslim background. With couples, I draw on Gottman Method techniques to increase emotional connection and communication. See if I am accepting new clients at the moment and book online at www.resolutioncc.com/team.
Going to therapy can be an uncomfortable experience and even scary at times and I can provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I recognize that everyone’s struggle is unique and no one is immune from hardship so they may need help managing life stressors and relationships. Sometimes these struggles can also turn into shame or not feeling good enough. As an Arab Muslim American, I can help clients through a cultural and faith-based lens tackle anxious or depressive feelings. My background and experience ensure I can provide comprehensive and culturally responsive mental health care to a diverse population.
Going to therapy can be an uncomfortable experience and even scary at times and I can provide a safe space to explore your thoughts and feelings. I recognize that everyone’s struggle is unique and no one is immune from hardship so they may need help managing life stressors and relationships. Sometimes these struggles can also turn into shame or not feeling good enough. As an Arab Muslim American, I can help clients through a cultural and faith-based lens tackle anxious or depressive feelings. My background and experience ensure I can provide comprehensive and culturally responsive mental health care to a diverse population.
Croy is a member of the Muslim Association of Psychological Services (MAPS) and the founder of the New Jersey chapter.
So often, it can be difficult to open up to a stranger. For many of us, placing our struggles in the hands of others can be an emotionally and sometimes physically demanding task. A safe space is needed, one without judgment or bias; a place to feel cared for, listened to, and supported. This is the space Croy strives to create.
Croy is a member of the Muslim Association of Psychological Services (MAPS) and the founder of the New Jersey chapter.
So often, it can be difficult to open up to a stranger. For many of us, placing our struggles in the hands of others can be an emotionally and sometimes physically demanding task. A safe space is needed, one without judgment or bias; a place to feel cared for, listened to, and supported. This is the space Croy strives to create.
I specialize providing therapy for women who are Arab/South Asian or people of various backgrounds. I am a first-generation Muslim Arab American, born and raised in NYC. In my early years and adulthood, accessing resources and services that felt inclusive and culturally sensitive was challenging. My own journey in healing has sparked a desire to provide culturally sensitive care to people from all walks of life.
I specialize providing therapy for women who are Arab/South Asian or people of various backgrounds. I am a first-generation Muslim Arab American, born and raised in NYC. In my early years and adulthood, accessing resources and services that felt inclusive and culturally sensitive was challenging. My own journey in healing has sparked a desire to provide culturally sensitive care to people from all walks of life.
Aisha Naseem
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Princeton, NJ 08540
As a South Asian Muslim woman, I am familiar with the concerns in our community about seeking therapy.
Are you struggling with challenges that seem insurmountable? Are they causing you to feel overwhelmed, hopeless and isolated? I seek to help you feel empowered and work towards healing by providing you with the tools and skills to enhance and improve your life. I believe the therapeutic process is collaborative and should provide an environment for you to explore and identify patterns of behavior, gain clarity and seek resolution. It is important for me to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to be able to share your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
As a South Asian Muslim woman, I am familiar with the concerns in our community about seeking therapy.
Are you struggling with challenges that seem insurmountable? Are they causing you to feel overwhelmed, hopeless and isolated? I seek to help you feel empowered and work towards healing by providing you with the tools and skills to enhance and improve your life. I believe the therapeutic process is collaborative and should provide an environment for you to explore and identify patterns of behavior, gain clarity and seek resolution. It is important for me to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to be able to share your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
As a South Asian Muslim women, providing culturally competent therapy is extremely important to me.
Are you struggling with challenges that seem insurmountable? Are they causing you to feel overwhelmed, hopeless and isolated? I seek to help you feel empowered and work towards healing by providing you with the tools and skills to enhance and improve your life. I believe the therapeutic process is collaborative and should provide an environment for you to explore and identify patterns of behavior, gain clarity and seek resolution. It is important for me to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to be able to share your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
As a South Asian Muslim women, providing culturally competent therapy is extremely important to me.
Are you struggling with challenges that seem insurmountable? Are they causing you to feel overwhelmed, hopeless and isolated? I seek to help you feel empowered and work towards healing by providing you with the tools and skills to enhance and improve your life. I believe the therapeutic process is collaborative and should provide an environment for you to explore and identify patterns of behavior, gain clarity and seek resolution. It is important for me to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you to be able to share your thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I am also inclusive of women of color with intersecting minority identities, such as those who are LGBTQ+ and Muslim.
The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us but those who win battles we know nothing about. I believe therapy requires balance. I will assist you in processing past events that inform your current struggles. At the same time, I will support you in learning new skills to live a more aware and present life. I use a collaborative approach in which you are the expert in your experiences.My approach to therapy is informed by a multicultural lens that acknowledges how our stories are shaped by social influences, including our families, cultural and religious communities, and other social systems.
I am also inclusive of women of color with intersecting minority identities, such as those who are LGBTQ+ and Muslim.
The strongest people are not those who show strength in front of us but those who win battles we know nothing about. I believe therapy requires balance. I will assist you in processing past events that inform your current struggles. At the same time, I will support you in learning new skills to live a more aware and present life. I use a collaborative approach in which you are the expert in your experiences.My approach to therapy is informed by a multicultural lens that acknowledges how our stories are shaped by social influences, including our families, cultural and religious communities, and other social systems.
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As a Mental Health Advocate, I give speeches all over the nation to reduce stigma around Mental Health and encourage people to seek professional counseling, rather than “just talking to a friend about it or not talk about their problems at all”. As a Pakistani, Muslim immigrant who came to America with no knowledge of mental health, I understand how the confusion of identities, societal pressure to fit in and cultural differences can create emotional turmoil. Being in the mental health field for over 7 years, has allowed me to evolve as a Mental Health public speaker, who helps those with anxiety, depression and suicidal ideations,
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Sabiha Anam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LSW
Verified Verified
Carteret, NJ 07008 (Online Only)
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation Muslim- Pakistani, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work.
In my work, I have always strived to help others. Being a therapist & helping others through counseling has truly become my passion. As a first generation Muslim- Pakistani, I have found hope and healing for my clients and for myself in therapy. I firmly believe with a help of a therapist, you can break cycles, and start new patterns. My job is to support you and provide a safe space so you can explore all feelings without judgment. I use a strengths based approach with all my clients. Relationships are a focus of my work.
Wardeh C Hattab
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jersey City, NJ 07305
I integrate specialized approaches in my work with folks who identify as Muslim, Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian.
It can feel daunting to begin therapy. You may know you are struggling with your relationships, work, or personal fulfillment yet it can feel difficult to seek help. In my practice, I will work with you in a safe space to explore and address the difficulties the prevent you from living a fulfilling life. I utilize eclectic approaches including psychodynamic, relational, existential, and attachment-based theories. You can learn more about my practice at www.hattabtherapy.com
I integrate specialized approaches in my work with folks who identify as Muslim, Middle Eastern, North African, and South Asian.
It can feel daunting to begin therapy. You may know you are struggling with your relationships, work, or personal fulfillment yet it can feel difficult to seek help. In my practice, I will work with you in a safe space to explore and address the difficulties the prevent you from living a fulfilling life. I utilize eclectic approaches including psychodynamic, relational, existential, and attachment-based theories. You can learn more about my practice at www.hattabtherapy.com
Fatima Habehh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hackensack, NJ 07601
As a practicing clinician, I am committed to helping my clients achieve their goals by providing them with individualized care and the tools necessary to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
As a practicing clinician, I am committed to helping my clients achieve their goals by providing them with individualized care and the tools necessary to overcome challenges and reach their full potential.
We all want to be genuinely seen, heard and understood. Whether the pain stems from the past, major life changes or simply feeling lost, therapy is a safe place to express your feelings without the fear of judgement. It is an amazing way to partner up and connect with someone who will support you. In these difficult times, it is important to find someone who can hold space for you to help untangle the web of confusion that may exist within. I aim to create a safe, warm and therapeutic atmosphere. You will be met with someone with a genuine desire to understand and who strongly believes that there is always hope.
We all want to be genuinely seen, heard and understood. Whether the pain stems from the past, major life changes or simply feeling lost, therapy is a safe place to express your feelings without the fear of judgement. It is an amazing way to partner up and connect with someone who will support you. In these difficult times, it is important to find someone who can hold space for you to help untangle the web of confusion that may exist within. I aim to create a safe, warm and therapeutic atmosphere. You will be met with someone with a genuine desire to understand and who strongly believes that there is always hope.
Asmaa Ahmed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highland Park, NJ 08904 (Online Only)
You may find yourself ruminating on the past, fixating on the future, succumbing to anxiety and depression, struggling to fortify healthy relationships. You may find yourself internalizing complex traumatic experiences or still coming to terms with who you are and how you see yourself in this world. Regardless of the issue at hand, I’m here to help.
You may find yourself ruminating on the past, fixating on the future, succumbing to anxiety and depression, struggling to fortify healthy relationships. You may find yourself internalizing complex traumatic experiences or still coming to terms with who you are and how you see yourself in this world. Regardless of the issue at hand, I’m here to help.
Shalin J. Bhatt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCADC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edgewater, NJ 07020 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome to Shifa Therapy LLC, a space for healing. I offer trauma-focused psychotherapy centering BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ folks in NJ. My goal as your therapist is for you to be seen and understood as you are. No code-switching necessary. Throughout the process, I will invite you with patience and compassion, going at your pace as you build new adaptations towards thriving. At times, we may draw upon the past to increase awareness, overcome unresolved issues, and regain a sense of feeling whole.
Welcome to Shifa Therapy LLC, a space for healing. I offer trauma-focused psychotherapy centering BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ folks in NJ. My goal as your therapist is for you to be seen and understood as you are. No code-switching necessary. Throughout the process, I will invite you with patience and compassion, going at your pace as you build new adaptations towards thriving. At times, we may draw upon the past to increase awareness, overcome unresolved issues, and regain a sense of feeling whole.
Leila Halwani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hillsborough, NJ 08844 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe empathy can change lives. My ideal client is someone who is looking to make a change in their lives and is ready to take the first step. I specialize in helping individuals and families break cycles of trauma, anxiety, and depression by getting curious about the systems they have been raised in and continue to live in. I have a particular interest in working with women throughout their life cycle, including young adulthood, adulthood, motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum.
I believe empathy can change lives. My ideal client is someone who is looking to make a change in their lives and is ready to take the first step. I specialize in helping individuals and families break cycles of trauma, anxiety, and depression by getting curious about the systems they have been raised in and continue to live in. I have a particular interest in working with women throughout their life cycle, including young adulthood, adulthood, motherhood, pregnancy, and postpartum.
Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, MCIS, LPC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Cranbury, NJ 08512 (Online Only)
’m Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman, a licensed counseling psychologist (LPC, LCADC) specializing in trauma and community psychology. I work with clients navigating complex trauma tied to cultural identity, generational struggles, or substance use. My clients seek a safe, compassionate space to reclaim resilience and strengthen connections. I provide culturally responsive care locally and globally, empowering individuals to heal, grow, and foster a sense of purpose and belonging within themselves and their communities through my New Jersey-based practice.
’m Dr. Shirin Zarqa-Lederman, a licensed counseling psychologist (LPC, LCADC) specializing in trauma and community psychology. I work with clients navigating complex trauma tied to cultural identity, generational struggles, or substance use. My clients seek a safe, compassionate space to reclaim resilience and strengthen connections. I provide culturally responsive care locally and globally, empowering individuals to heal, grow, and foster a sense of purpose and belonging within themselves and their communities through my New Jersey-based practice.
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Muslim Therapists
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 recognize 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.