Arabic Counselling in Wollstonecraft, NSW

My name is Hany, and I am deeply committed to fostering a safe, understanding, and empathetic space for all my clients, who seek understanding and growth amidst challenges such as anxiety, life transitions, or relationship issues. They desire a safe space to explore their feelings, understand their behaviors, and develop coping strategies to achieve emotional well-being, improve relationships, and find balance.

I am a licensed counsellor with over 10 years of experience. I understand the challenges faced by the Arabic community regarding mental health and aims to provide a safe space, tailored support, and sensitive guidance to individuals seeking help.

I have over 15 years experience as a multi-cultural counsellor. I offer therapy in English, Arabic and French. I support at-risk youth, displaced families, and those facing relationship problems. I work with mood disorders and different types of trauma, created by bullying and domestic violence. I offer a client-centred and multicultural approach in therapy. I emphasise accepting the uniqueness of each individual while also working with the intricate impact of culture on self- awareness, development and overall well-being.

Cheryn is a Clinical Psychologist. Cheryn’s qualifications are a Bachelor of Social Science (Psychology) and a Master of Clinical Psychology. Cheryn loves her work and is a very dedicated, warm and engaging therapist, with a keen sense of the privilege and responsibility that her role involves. She enjoys accompanying her clients on their path through difficulty and grounds her work in an attuned and genuine understanding of her clients and their needs. ​ Cheryn has an affinity working with people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and her experience has enabled her to become resourceful in adapting therapies.

Seyyed Saeed Behckam ֎ Master of Clinical Psychology ֎ Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC) ֎ Member of American Psychological Association (APA) ֎ Member of Canadian Counselling And Psychotherapy Association (CCPA) Σ Treatment and counseling regarding: Depression - Sex therapy - Immigration - Couple therapy and sexual dysfunctions- Childhood traumas - Anxiety - Obsession - life journey- Social traumas - Family relations - Relationship problems with teenage children - Drug use - Sexual abuse- Stress and diseases - ADHD-Traumatic relationships - I also work with lawyers' clients of family court

Life’s not always the best to us, but we can always make something good out of life - and sometimes all we need to achieve that is a little extra assistance. It is my commitment to help you discover and fulfil your true potential.

Our team of highly skilled psychologists are bilingual and / or multilingual . Our practice is also located in multiple locations and telehealth for easier accessibility for clients.

If you are feeling a lack of direction in your life at the moment, I can support you to find greater clarity, direction and peace of mind. I work alongside you in an empowering way so that you leave with strategies, resources and the tools tailored to you that you can apply straight away to your life. My hope is that you leave my counselling sessions with the tools to take back your life. Gain more empowerment and control in your life and overcoming negative thoughts and discover strategies to overcome negative thoughts. Counselling can help you; • Reduce overwhelm • improve sleep & increased positivity • improve wellbeing • Gain

Harry is an integrative Psychotherapist & Counsellor with a passion for mental health and wellbeing. He draws on a range of therapeutic modalities which he tailors to individual needs. Harry meets clients with a warm and empathic presence and understands every person’s story is unique. He has an interest in early attachment trauma and its impact on the nervous system and adult relationships. Harry believes in peoples innate potential to grow from adversity and transform their lives - he is passionate about helping clients engage in this process.

Leonie has lived in the local area her whole life and has been practicing in Matraville for over 20 years. Leonie holds a Masters Degree in Psychology from Sydney University, is AHPRA, NDIS and SIRA accredited. Through her career Leonie has assisted patients of virtually every cultural background and believes the diversity of her patients has led to her skill and strength as a practitioner.

I strive to ensure my clients feel heard, understood and respected, regardless of their situation, past or concern. Taking a positive psychology and humanistic approach, I fundamentally believe that every person has a unique strength and I strive to maximise and build upon that strength. I focus on the person as a whole and want to help people be the best version of themselves. Moving away from a deficit focus, I use strengths-based approaches with my clients. I aim to continuously provide clients with respect, a collaborative approach to working on goals, with compassion and authenticity.

Expertise in treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience in the counselling field. I have specialised in marriage counselling, family therapy, anxiety and depression and teenage counselling. I have also had a lot of experience with issues arising within families in the Islamic community. I have chosen to focus on women’s mindfulness, specifically because Islam emphasises the value of a woman and the importance of them being treated with respect, not being taken advantage of due to the vulnerability. Islam also conveys the rights of women, supporting them in seeking counselling in a time of need..

Robby is a Clinical Psychologist with many years of experience in both community mental health and private practice. Her areas of expertise and interest are anxiety, depression, trauma, pain management and relationships. She is an eclectic therapist and draws on a number of therapeutic approaches including cognitive behavioural therapy, Positive Psychology and Mindfulness based strategies. She believes the biggest vehicle for change is the therapeutic relationship and works on creating a connection and safety to work on therapeutic goals.

I am an experienced counsellor with over 8 years of experience supporting teenagers right through to adults. I work with people experiencing difficulties in the areas of depression, anxiety, grief and loss, trauma, parenting, relationships and workplace issues. I am bilingual and work within a cultural sensitive framework.

Do you feel stressed, overwhelmed or anxious? Do you want to understand the impact of cultural influences on your mental health? Have you been left misunderstood and alone in your struggle with yourself? Do you want to be supported to understand yourself better and reach your full potential? I can help you learn positive coping skills and mechanisms. I can help you increase your confidence, and self-esteem and improve your relationship with yourself and others. If this is what you want, and you are ready to invest in yourself and your well-being, enquire within to start your healing journey.

I offer a human service. I hold space for my clients, so that they can share and tell their story with the guarantee of safety. Together, we look at the things in their life that are no longer serving them, or holding them back from living the life they imagined. Unhelpful patterns, relationships, processes, may all be holding people back from crafting the life that they want to live.

Life’s not always good to us, but we can always make something good out of life - and sometimes all we need to achieve that is a little extra guidance. It is my mission to help you discover and fulfil your true potential.

El-afraa is a registered Counsellor and Psychotherapist with postgraduate training. Drawing from a wealth of experience and expertise, El-afraa offers an integrative therapeutic approach tailored specifically to your unique needs and circumstances. She combines cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Interpersonal therapy (PIT), Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) as well as mindfulness and attachment theory.