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Eastside Counselling, Amira Shahin
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Melbourne, VIC 3000
Amira is a mental health counsellor and a certified trauma professional. Amira also specialised in two advanced majors - Child Development and Parenting Skills, and Relationship Counselling and Conflict Resolution. Her goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and relaxed environment for children, adolescents, and young adults aged 6-25 to explore and overcome the challenges they face. Amira has a deep passion for assisting children who are affected by autism and she is dedicated to supporting clients who are eligible for coverage under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and their plans.
Amira is a mental health counsellor and a certified trauma professional. Amira also specialised in two advanced majors - Child Development and Parenting Skills, and Relationship Counselling and Conflict Resolution. Her goal is to create a safe, welcoming, and relaxed environment for children, adolescents, and young adults aged 6-25 to explore and overcome the challenges they face. Amira has a deep passion for assisting children who are affected by autism and she is dedicated to supporting clients who are eligible for coverage under the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) and their plans.
Susmita Anis
Counsellor, MSc, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Mount Waverley, VIC 3149
I am a strength-based, person-centred counsellor who facilitates individuals’ wellbeing through a holistic approach by liaising with external stakeholders as needed. I am also experienced in responding to critical incidents that pose risk to any individual. I enjoy working with culturally diverse individuals from different ethnical backgrounds regardless of their age or sex. I am very enthusiastic about making valuable contributions to the community to enable individuals confident enough to live more potential and happier lives.
I am a strength-based, person-centred counsellor who facilitates individuals’ wellbeing through a holistic approach by liaising with external stakeholders as needed. I am also experienced in responding to critical incidents that pose risk to any individual. I enjoy working with culturally diverse individuals from different ethnical backgrounds regardless of their age or sex. I am very enthusiastic about making valuable contributions to the community to enable individuals confident enough to live more potential and happier lives.
Rasha Jones
Counsellor
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brunswick, VIC 3056
I'm a youth and adult complex trauma informed counsellor. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the issues impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give clients the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
I'm a youth and adult complex trauma informed counsellor. I practice with a person-centred focus, understanding that every individuals experience is unique and their path to self-actualisation lies in their own self-determination. I aim to provide a safe space to empower clients to feel able to address their therapeutic goals, emotional distress, and unpack the issues impacting their lives. I practice with a strong focus on psycho-education, in hopes to give clients the tools to deepen their understanding of themselves so that they can take control of their lives and actualise.
Online Therapists
Pier Support Services Pty Ltd
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Kennington, VIC 3550
I like to work with the individual to work towards their goals and aspirations with a person-centred approach.
I like to work with the individual to work towards their goals and aspirations with a person-centred approach.
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.