Muslim Counselling in South London, London

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Moeez Siddiqui
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
South London, London SW7
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?
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Robina Kausar
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW8
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 I help to navigate your experiences at your pace. Currently, I have in person appointments available on Saturdays in Manchester, and remote 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 I help to navigate your experiences at your pace. Currently, I have in person appointments available on Saturdays in Manchester, and remote sessions weekday evenings.
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Therapy & Me
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW7
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.
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Ja'far Railton
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
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.
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Dr Saleem Jeewa
Psychiatrist, MBBS
Verified Verified
South London, London SW18
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.
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Dr Naureen Whittinger
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
South London, London SE1
Therapy provides a chance to learn, grow and thrive. You may wish to discover ways to manage life's challenges, explore patterns in your relationships that don’t serve you well, or consider how you might find connection or healing within the chaos of life. Bringing my dual training in Clinical Psychology and Systemic Family Therapy and over twenty-years experience working in mental health care and research, I will invite you to think with me about journeying beyond any challenges or barriers you've faced. We will develop new understandings of your situation so you can feel confident in your personal strengths and resources.
Therapy provides a chance to learn, grow and thrive. You may wish to discover ways to manage life's challenges, explore patterns in your relationships that don’t serve you well, or consider how you might find connection or healing within the chaos of life. Bringing my dual training in Clinical Psychology and Systemic Family Therapy and over twenty-years experience working in mental health care and research, I will invite you to think with me about journeying beyond any challenges or barriers you've faced. We will develop new understandings of your situation so you can feel confident in your personal strengths and resources.
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Sabina Begum-Hossain
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW16
Did you find the covid-19 situation challenging? Have you still not recovered from the effects of it? Have you experienced a loss or social isolation? Have you experienced relationship breakdowns, loss of job or income, bereavement, isolation from friends and family or had a major change? Do you just need to talk to someone so you can process all that has happened, to gte support and find some solutions? Then counselling and psychotherapy can provide this for you. Please get in touch.
Did you find the covid-19 situation challenging? Have you still not recovered from the effects of it? Have you experienced a loss or social isolation? Have you experienced relationship breakdowns, loss of job or income, bereavement, isolation from friends and family or had a major change? Do you just need to talk to someone so you can process all that has happened, to gte support and find some solutions? Then counselling and psychotherapy can provide this for you. Please get in touch.
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Faizah Malik
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW6  (Online Only)
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. I offer therapy to everyone because we all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
My clients appreciate my holistic approach to mental health. Their goal is usually to find their authentic selves, to become more self aware and to thrive and find joy and purpose, not just survive and settle for a life that is not working for them. I offer therapy to everyone because we all want to be seen, heard and understood and that is often at the very heart of Healing.
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Dr Amna Salman
Psychologist, HCPC - Forensic Psych.
Verified Verified
South London, London SE10  (Online Only)
Life is a beautiful challenge. We all face adversity in life, whether this manifests as mental or physical illness, trauma, or difficulty coping with day to day experiences. Therapy is not just about treatment or addressing mental illness, it is a tool that we can all use to develop a better understanding of ourselves and our individual lived experience, and to reconnect with the joy in our lives. Therapy can help us identify thinking and behaviour patterns, address past and present traumas, cope with everyday fears and anxieties, and learn ways to better relate to and understand ourselves, our environments, and other people.
Life is a beautiful challenge. We all face adversity in life, whether this manifests as mental or physical illness, trauma, or difficulty coping with day to day experiences. Therapy is not just about treatment or addressing mental illness, it is a tool that we can all use to develop a better understanding of ourselves and our individual lived experience, and to reconnect with the joy in our lives. Therapy can help us identify thinking and behaviour patterns, address past and present traumas, cope with everyday fears and anxieties, and learn ways to better relate to and understand ourselves, our environments, and other people.
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Fiyaz Mughal Obe
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South London, London SW7
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
Feeling anxious, stressed or panicky? You may be searching for counselling or something associated with anxiety & conditions such as prolonged stress, panic attacks, phobias or obsessions and compulsions related to Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Your search may be out of curiosity or it may be because you are looking for some help and assistance in managing these issues. You do not have to 'feel alone' in going through these issues and I specialise in these areas and we can work through them together, so that you can feel 'more in control' and build a sense of greater self-confidence, autonomy & personal resilience.
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Dr Amber Qureshi
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW19  (Online Only)
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of unhappiness and stress? Are you feeling trapped in patterns you can't seem to escape? Do you crave a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences? I want to help you in a way that feels accessible and comfortable for you. I am a Clinical Psychologist, CBT therapist and trauma focused therapist. I have helped clients navigate various mental health challenges, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger management, stress, and relationship difficulties.
Do you find yourself caught in a cycle of unhappiness and stress? Are you feeling trapped in patterns you can't seem to escape? Do you crave a deeper understanding of yourself and your experiences? I want to help you in a way that feels accessible and comfortable for you. I am a Clinical Psychologist, CBT therapist and trauma focused therapist. I have helped clients navigate various mental health challenges, including anxiety, low mood, trauma, anger management, stress, and relationship difficulties.
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Naila Shah
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW4
I offer a safe and empathic space where you can feel at ease to be yourself and feel truly heard, to be able to explore any difficult thoughts and emotions you may be experiencing. My aim is to help facilitate and to develop greater self awareness in order to promote personal growth in a supportive environment. I have had experience of working with a diverse range of client groups with presenting issues around anxiety, depression, low mood, self-esteem, loss, identity, cultural difference, family and relationships issues.
I offer a safe and empathic space where you can feel at ease to be yourself and feel truly heard, to be able to explore any difficult thoughts and emotions you may be experiencing. My aim is to help facilitate and to develop greater self awareness in order to promote personal growth in a supportive environment. I have had experience of working with a diverse range of client groups with presenting issues around anxiety, depression, low mood, self-esteem, loss, identity, cultural difference, family and relationships issues.
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Dr Barrah Manan Zaafer
Psychotherapist, MBBS
Verified Verified
South London, London SW18  (Online Only)
A healing mind is a peaceful mind. That's what Peaceful Mind is all about. My name is Dr. Barrah Manan Zaafer, I am a Senior Member of ACCPH. As a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with a Medical degree, I bring a unique blend of medical expertise and therapeutic skills to my practice. With a deep understanding of both the biological and psychological aspects of human health, I offer holistic and personalised approaches to support my clients in their journey towards mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. My background allows me to integrate medical knowledge into therapy sessions to address care for both the client's mind and body.
A healing mind is a peaceful mind. That's what Peaceful Mind is all about. My name is Dr. Barrah Manan Zaafer, I am a Senior Member of ACCPH. As a Counsellor and Psychotherapist with a Medical degree, I bring a unique blend of medical expertise and therapeutic skills to my practice. With a deep understanding of both the biological and psychological aspects of human health, I offer holistic and personalised approaches to support my clients in their journey towards mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. My background allows me to integrate medical knowledge into therapy sessions to address care for both the client's mind and body.
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Selma Zaki
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP
Verified Verified
South London, London SW8  (Online Only)
I am a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds and identities. My areas of specialization include treating anxiety, depression, and trauma—whether individual, collective, or intergenerational. I also help individuals navigate life transitions, cultural and immigration-related challenges, systemic oppression, existential concerns, and relationship difficulties. My approach is primarily grounded in psychodynamic therapy, and I integrate other evidence-based modalities to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with extensive experience working with adults from diverse backgrounds and identities. My areas of specialization include treating anxiety, depression, and trauma—whether individual, collective, or intergenerational. I also help individuals navigate life transitions, cultural and immigration-related challenges, systemic oppression, existential concerns, and relationship difficulties. My approach is primarily grounded in psychodynamic therapy, and I integrate other evidence-based modalities to tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
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Amanda Webster
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
South London, London SE3
Amanda has a natural connection with children and young adults, some of whom are on the autism spectrum and has been working for 3 years with various levels of severity of different autistic levels - she also has working with clients with ADHD, helping them with anxieties, Executive dysfunction and Emotional Regulation - she was diagnosed last year so gets it - Amanda works with the LGBTQAI+ community and specialises in helping those through transition. a fully trained hypnotherapist who uses hypnosis if and when a client wants to try it - we have great success with combined therapies- www.ajwebstertherapies.co.uk
Amanda has a natural connection with children and young adults, some of whom are on the autism spectrum and has been working for 3 years with various levels of severity of different autistic levels - she also has working with clients with ADHD, helping them with anxieties, Executive dysfunction and Emotional Regulation - she was diagnosed last year so gets it - Amanda works with the LGBTQAI+ community and specialises in helping those through transition. a fully trained hypnotherapist who uses hypnosis if and when a client wants to try it - we have great success with combined therapies- www.ajwebstertherapies.co.uk
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Michaele Nagac
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SW2
How are you at the moment? Is everything becoming too much ? Do you struggle with everyday life and having difficulty in making sense of what is going on? Stress, anxiety, feeling low, depression, experiencing relationship issues, work burnout or going through life transitions including health concerns can be overwhelming. Through exploring your life challenges together in counselling you can learn a meaningful and different perspective and develop self-awareness. This will enable you to empower yourself and make personal and positive changes in your life.
How are you at the moment? Is everything becoming too much ? Do you struggle with everyday life and having difficulty in making sense of what is going on? Stress, anxiety, feeling low, depression, experiencing relationship issues, work burnout or going through life transitions including health concerns can be overwhelming. Through exploring your life challenges together in counselling you can learn a meaningful and different perspective and develop self-awareness. This will enable you to empower yourself and make personal and positive changes in your life.
020 4538 0463 View 020 4538 0463
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Angela K Bagum
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
South London, London SE4
Hello I'm Angela, a Mental Health Professional with over 20 years experience in the NHS supporting infants, children, adolescents and adults in their emotional wellbeing and mental health thus working with a broad range of presentations. I am also a HCPC Registered Art Psychotherapist and Jungian Analyst in training. You may have varied reasons for accessing therapy at this moment in time, working together through a relational process my role is to assist you in making sense of the experiences in your life as to support growth, development and change.
Hello I'm Angela, a Mental Health Professional with over 20 years experience in the NHS supporting infants, children, adolescents and adults in their emotional wellbeing and mental health thus working with a broad range of presentations. I am also a HCPC Registered Art Psychotherapist and Jungian Analyst in training. You may have varied reasons for accessing therapy at this moment in time, working together through a relational process my role is to assist you in making sense of the experiences in your life as to support growth, development and change.
020 4538 2606 View 020 4538 2606
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Azeezat Adeola Aboderin
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South London, London SE8  (Online Only)
I work with clients to rediscover and develop their autonomy so they can create more self compassion in their every day lives.
I work with clients to rediscover and develop their autonomy so they can create more self compassion in their every day lives.
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Hemla Inman (Marriage I Relationships I Anxiety I Diversity )
Counsellor, BACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
South London, London SE20
Away from 16 Sept to 30 Sept 2024. First sessions booked in first 2 weeks of October carry 5% discount - Welcome! My clients often look for shifts in their lives: less anxiety, more confidence, boundaries , self-compassion, understanding of their relationships and patterns of relating. During sessions, I provide an honest, gentle, and direct approach in a confidential space where you can be yourself. My style is adaptive and always non-judgmental, warm, and sitting alongside you with empathy to explore your emotions, thoughts, behaviour patterns and any physical responses you may be experiencing.
Away from 16 Sept to 30 Sept 2024. First sessions booked in first 2 weeks of October carry 5% discount - Welcome! My clients often look for shifts in their lives: less anxiety, more confidence, boundaries , self-compassion, understanding of their relationships and patterns of relating. During sessions, I provide an honest, gentle, and direct approach in a confidential space where you can be yourself. My style is adaptive and always non-judgmental, warm, and sitting alongside you with empathy to explore your emotions, thoughts, behaviour patterns and any physical responses you may be experiencing.
020 3984 9026 View 020 3984 9026
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Maryam Essa Alkhulaifi
Counsellor, MA, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
South London, London SW4
I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties, and I love working with children, teens, families and couples. I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting you to be the author of your own life. I further believe the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity and collaboration that feels safe and supportive. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviours, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and end-of-life/ terminal diagnosis related challenges.
I believe everyone should have a safe and healing place to work through life's difficulties, and I love working with children, teens, families and couples. I work from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting you to be the author of your own life. I further believe the therapeutic relationship should be one of authenticity and collaboration that feels safe and supportive. I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, disruptive behaviours, relationship challenges, self-esteem, and end-of-life/ terminal diagnosis related challenges.
020 3835 3896 View 020 3835 3896
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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.