Muslim Therapists in 32750
The Bismillah Institute
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, NCC, QS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Longwood, FL 32750 (Online Only)
We offer an Award Winning Premarital Education course, individual and couples counseling, Naturopathic treatments, Educational Evaluation and Counseling for Children, Spiritual Care, & Social Work Services from a Fully Muslim Staff.
Feeling low in Iman? Suffering from sleeplessness, stress, sadness? Are your relationships suffering? We are here for you. Trusted elders in our communities are full of advice. But to achieve personal growth or marital success in the Western World? It requires your ability to learn and apply interpersonal skills that weave together strong faith and research-based fundamentals in our Western Battlegrounds. Make a confidential appointment today to learn how Islamic Principals and a real, licensed professional, will help you heal. Ask about free therapy for teens, college students, and more.
We offer an Award Winning Premarital Education course, individual and couples counseling, Naturopathic treatments, Educational Evaluation and Counseling for Children, Spiritual Care, & Social Work Services from a Fully Muslim Staff.
Feeling low in Iman? Suffering from sleeplessness, stress, sadness? Are your relationships suffering? We are here for you. Trusted elders in our communities are full of advice. But to achieve personal growth or marital success in the Western World? It requires your ability to learn and apply interpersonal skills that weave together strong faith and research-based fundamentals in our Western Battlegrounds. Make a confidential appointment today to learn how Islamic Principals and a real, licensed professional, will help you heal. Ask about free therapy for teens, college students, and more.
Tamara Makki
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Longwood, FL 32750
Hi, my name is Tamara and welcome to my counseling page! My counseling approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices tailored to each client's unique needs. I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to walk alongside them on their journey. I am originally from Beirut, Lebanon (I speak Arabic!) and my journey has been filled with valuable life experiences and insights that I believe can be beneficial in our therapeutic work together. Living in two different places has given me a unique perspective and an appreciation for different cultures.
Hi, my name is Tamara and welcome to my counseling page! My counseling approach is rooted in empathy, active listening, and evidence-based practices tailored to each client's unique needs. I believe that each person is the expert of their own life, and my role is to walk alongside them on their journey. I am originally from Beirut, Lebanon (I speak Arabic!) and my journey has been filled with valuable life experiences and insights that I believe can be beneficial in our therapeutic work together. Living in two different places has given me a unique perspective and an appreciation for different cultures.
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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.