Muslim Therapists in Rensselaer County, NY
Taking this step in pursuing therapy to honor yourself and your journey of personal growth is to be commended! You are the expert of your own lived experience and together we will create a personalized and transformative plan to place you on the path toward increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and change. Using trauma-informed therapy, I specialize in providing individual/group counseling to survivors of Gender-Based Violence. In addition I have experience working with at-risk adolescent and the LGBTQ population. As a first-generation immigrant and a woman of color, I am particularly interested in empowering all individuals.
Taking this step in pursuing therapy to honor yourself and your journey of personal growth is to be commended! You are the expert of your own lived experience and together we will create a personalized and transformative plan to place you on the path toward increased self-awareness, self-compassion, and change. Using trauma-informed therapy, I specialize in providing individual/group counseling to survivors of Gender-Based Violence. In addition I have experience working with at-risk adolescent and the LGBTQ population. As a first-generation immigrant and a woman of color, I am particularly interested in empowering all individuals.
Online Therapists
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Roksana Badruddoja. Family Constellation Therapy is a systemic psychospiritual therapeutic model that reveals the hidden intergenerational dynamics in a family/relationship/situation and the therapeutic approach works towards balancing/neutralizing/healing the system. Dr. Badruddoja has developed a distinctive interfaith/intercultural trauma liberation method—using family and national systems; phenomenology; existentialism; epigenetics and neuroplasticity; emotions; somatics; inner/outer childs; and genotraumagrams—known as Intergenerational Family Trauma Liberation Constellation or IF-TLC.
Thank you for reaching out to Dr. Roksana Badruddoja. Family Constellation Therapy is a systemic psychospiritual therapeutic model that reveals the hidden intergenerational dynamics in a family/relationship/situation and the therapeutic approach works towards balancing/neutralizing/healing the system. Dr. Badruddoja has developed a distinctive interfaith/intercultural trauma liberation method—using family and national systems; phenomenology; existentialism; epigenetics and neuroplasticity; emotions; somatics; inner/outer childs; and genotraumagrams—known as Intergenerational Family Trauma Liberation Constellation or IF-TLC.
Bilingual specialist in treating Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and trauma in all age groups, including those with ADHD and on the Autism Spectrum. Experienced in individual/couples therapy, utilizing approaches from Interpersonal, Rational Emotive, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, as well as Supportive Psychotherapy and Clinical Supervision.
Bilingual specialist in treating Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, and trauma in all age groups, including those with ADHD and on the Autism Spectrum. Experienced in individual/couples therapy, utilizing approaches from Interpersonal, Rational Emotive, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, as well as Supportive Psychotherapy and Clinical Supervision.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make positive changes in their life. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They seek a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insight into their behavior, and develop coping strategies. My ideal client values empathy, understanding, and guidance. They want to feel heard and validated, to deepen their self-understanding, and to learn practical skills to improve their mental health and well-being. Their goals are to reduce symptoms, improve relationships, and enhance their quality of life.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to make positive changes in their life. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties. They seek a safe and nonjudgmental space to explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insight into their behavior, and develop coping strategies. My ideal client values empathy, understanding, and guidance. They want to feel heard and validated, to deepen their self-understanding, and to learn practical skills to improve their mental health and well-being. Their goals are to reduce symptoms, improve relationships, and enhance their quality of life.
Linda Erman Creative Somatic Therapy For Trauma
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Paltz, NY 12561 (Online Only)
Life can be tough. Everyone faces battles and obstacles at some point. Whether you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or work pressure, it's important to know you’re not alone, and that help is within reach.
Life can be tough. Everyone faces battles and obstacles at some point. Whether you're struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or work pressure, it's important to know you’re not alone, and that help is within reach.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
Welcome! I am Olta Hoxha, a Baruch College graduate. I have a license in mental health counseling in the State of New York. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and take an integrative approach to meet the unique needs of my clients. I specialize in working with people who tend to shut down or are easily angered and looking for relief from daily life stress. I help my clients understand their triggers and learn new coping skills that will revitalize their healing and build inner strength.
Welcome! I am Olta Hoxha, a Baruch College graduate. I have a license in mental health counseling in the State of New York. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and take an integrative approach to meet the unique needs of my clients. I specialize in working with people who tend to shut down or are easily angered and looking for relief from daily life stress. I help my clients understand their triggers and learn new coping skills that will revitalize their healing and build inner strength.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
Hello! I'm Dr. Brian Freidenberg. In therapy, I place the therapeutic relationship above all else. The relationship is the vehicle for change. I believe that a good therapist listens well; is empathic; and provides a safe, empowering, and judgement-free environment. The client and I form a partnership to help the client navigate this great adventure called life. My primary areas of expertise are ADDICTIONS (e.g., substances, sex, video games, phone, social media), ANXIETY, CHILDHOOD and ADOLESCENCE, COLLEGE students, VETERANS, RELATIONSHIPS, TRAUMA, GROUPS, PSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS, and COGNITIVE BEHAVIORAL THERAPY.
Afifa Barone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Albany, NY 12205 (Online Only)
My approach is integrative and concentrates on assisting individuals to explore and challenge habits/thoughts/patterns which impact emotions, behaviors, relationships, sleep, work, energy, motivation, and goals. Work through the environmental, psychological, behavioral, interpersonal and situational contributors to wellness. Assist with Identifying negative or distorted thinking patterns that often lead to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Provide psycho-education on specific life problems that may increase depression and help patients understand how to solve or improve on those problems.
My approach is integrative and concentrates on assisting individuals to explore and challenge habits/thoughts/patterns which impact emotions, behaviors, relationships, sleep, work, energy, motivation, and goals. Work through the environmental, psychological, behavioral, interpersonal and situational contributors to wellness. Assist with Identifying negative or distorted thinking patterns that often lead to feelings of hopelessness and helplessness. Provide psycho-education on specific life problems that may increase depression and help patients understand how to solve or improve on those problems.
Elaf Z. Gassmalla
MSci, LMHC, CASAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gloversville, NY 12078 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed dealing with uncertainty? Anxious or Depressed? Are you coping with a major life transition? I have worked with individuals who struggle with co-occurring disorders; substance use diagnoses, depression, and anxiety. Along with crisis interventions. When working with other individuals I utilize my active listening skills, displaying compassion and empathy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed dealing with uncertainty? Anxious or Depressed? Are you coping with a major life transition? I have worked with individuals who struggle with co-occurring disorders; substance use diagnoses, depression, and anxiety. Along with crisis interventions. When working with other individuals I utilize my active listening skills, displaying compassion and empathy.
I’ve been a school psychologist since 1998 and specialize in working with families of students with special needs. I work with both adults and children with a variety of needs including depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and abuse. I understand we all have issues we are doing our best to manage. If you are ready to change the way you manage crises or long term issues in your life, and would like my nonjudgmental assistance in doing so, please reach out.
I’ve been a school psychologist since 1998 and specialize in working with families of students with special needs. I work with both adults and children with a variety of needs including depression, anxiety, autism, ADHD, and abuse. I understand we all have issues we are doing our best to manage. If you are ready to change the way you manage crises or long term issues in your life, and would like my nonjudgmental assistance in doing so, please reach out.
Shamima Akhter
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poughkeepsie, NY 12601 (Online Only)
You're slamming the alarm clock; it was another night of broken sleep. You're feeling drained and wishing for a moment of peace and happiness. You are constantly giving to others when you're running low and rarely have time for yourself. You feel pressures and stress piling up and weighing on your shoulders. You want to reach out for help but are scared of being vulnerable and a burden to others. At night when you lay down to sleep, the thoughts are racing and the worries return. All you want is understanding and support.
You're slamming the alarm clock; it was another night of broken sleep. You're feeling drained and wishing for a moment of peace and happiness. You are constantly giving to others when you're running low and rarely have time for yourself. You feel pressures and stress piling up and weighing on your shoulders. You want to reach out for help but are scared of being vulnerable and a burden to others. At night when you lay down to sleep, the thoughts are racing and the worries return. All you want is understanding and support.
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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.