Arab and Middle Eastern Therapists in Charlotte, NC
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. As a Clinical Social Worker and Spiritual Counselor, my mission is to support you in reconnecting with your authentic self by nurturing the whole person: mind, body, spirit, and heart. I believe meaningful, lasting change occurs when healing and growth are approached holistically rather than in fragments. In a world that often encourages constant busyness, disconnection, and pushing through, I offer a different path. Through one-on-one virtual sessions, I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can slow down, reflect deeply, and move forward with clarity, balance, and intention.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. As a Clinical Social Worker and Spiritual Counselor, my mission is to support you in reconnecting with your authentic self by nurturing the whole person: mind, body, spirit, and heart. I believe meaningful, lasting change occurs when healing and growth are approached holistically rather than in fragments. In a world that often encourages constant busyness, disconnection, and pushing through, I offer a different path. Through one-on-one virtual sessions, I provide a safe, compassionate space where you can slow down, reflect deeply, and move forward with clarity, balance, and intention.
Shane Marshall
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA, MA, NCC
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28269
My clinical interests include substance use, anxiety/depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), identity development, career counseling, Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) folks, and families.
I believe most issues stem from miscommunication. My approach, rooted in Satir Systemic Therapy, explores how our systems—within and around us—shape us. Integrating CBT, DBT, and IFS, I help you build skills, honor your feelings without judgment, and understand yourself as a product of your environment.
My clinical interests include substance use, anxiety/depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), identity development, career counseling, Middle Eastern and North African (MENA) folks, and families.
I believe most issues stem from miscommunication. My approach, rooted in Satir Systemic Therapy, explores how our systems—within and around us—shape us. Integrating CBT, DBT, and IFS, I help you build skills, honor your feelings without judgment, and understand yourself as a product of your environment.
As a First-Generation Arab American, I am particularly passionate about supporting First-Generation and Arab Americans, providing an affirming space where culturally diverse lived experiences are understood and honored.
If you feel stuck in overthinking or cultural tension, I can help. I blend CBT to reframe unhelpful thoughts with IFS to foster compassion for the different parts of your identity. By also integrating DBT and Gestalt, I offer a personalized, affirming space to help you break old patterns and feel truly seen.
As a First-Generation Arab American, I am particularly passionate about supporting First-Generation and Arab Americans, providing an affirming space where culturally diverse lived experiences are understood and honored.
If you feel stuck in overthinking or cultural tension, I can help. I blend CBT to reframe unhelpful thoughts with IFS to foster compassion for the different parts of your identity. By also integrating DBT and Gestalt, I offer a personalized, affirming space to help you break old patterns and feel truly seen.
Seima Samuels
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My mission is to offer you a secure and nurturing environment to gracefully navigate life's transitions. Throughout your therapeutic journey, we'll collaborate to pinpoint the most effective tools and strategies tailored to your unique needs. This collaborative process empowers you to reach your goals and embrace a brighter future.
My mission is to offer you a secure and nurturing environment to gracefully navigate life's transitions. Throughout your therapeutic journey, we'll collaborate to pinpoint the most effective tools and strategies tailored to your unique needs. This collaborative process empowers you to reach your goals and embrace a brighter future.
Couples and individuals often talk to me when they realize something needs to change. Maybe you’ve been running from overwhelming feelings—grief, fear, anger, shame—and you’re starting to sense they need to be listened to. Maybe you’ve been chasing connection for a long time but only seem to get further from it. Or maybe you’re ready to stop hiding parts of yourself from the people you love, and you want to show up more fully. Whether you come alone or as partners, we can create a space to untangle the painful patterns that keep repeating in your relationships, including the one you have with yourself.
Couples and individuals often talk to me when they realize something needs to change. Maybe you’ve been running from overwhelming feelings—grief, fear, anger, shame—and you’re starting to sense they need to be listened to. Maybe you’ve been chasing connection for a long time but only seem to get further from it. Or maybe you’re ready to stop hiding parts of yourself from the people you love, and you want to show up more fully. Whether you come alone or as partners, we can create a space to untangle the painful patterns that keep repeating in your relationships, including the one you have with yourself.
Are you searching for a way to feel better, to feel connected to yourself? Maybe you are longing to love and accept yourself, to feel secure within yourself? You might realize that work, relationships, or food is not fulfilling enough. Dealing with ongoing family issues, sadness from loss, comparing yourself to your friends, and always putting yourself last might be overwhelming. Maybe you hope to make peace with your past traumas and be able to move forward freely. Are you drawn toward the mind-body-soul healing approach and ready to get to the root of your trauma and pain? Do you live in CA, NC, or NY?
Are you searching for a way to feel better, to feel connected to yourself? Maybe you are longing to love and accept yourself, to feel secure within yourself? You might realize that work, relationships, or food is not fulfilling enough. Dealing with ongoing family issues, sadness from loss, comparing yourself to your friends, and always putting yourself last might be overwhelming. Maybe you hope to make peace with your past traumas and be able to move forward freely. Are you drawn toward the mind-body-soul healing approach and ready to get to the root of your trauma and pain? Do you live in CA, NC, or NY?
I am a licensed professional counselor in the State of Virginia. My goal as a counselor is to empower clients to mindfully change their lives in a positive manner by focusing on recovery and welfare, and promoting healthy personal growth. Throughout my counseling experience, I have worked with a variety of issues, including marital and family dynamics issues, blended families, parenting and co-parenting issues, with a concentration on cultural influences, in a wide age range, starting from early childhood to late adulthood. I have also helped individuals with mood disorders, adjustment challenges, and chemical dependency problems.
I am a licensed professional counselor in the State of Virginia. My goal as a counselor is to empower clients to mindfully change their lives in a positive manner by focusing on recovery and welfare, and promoting healthy personal growth. Throughout my counseling experience, I have worked with a variety of issues, including marital and family dynamics issues, blended families, parenting and co-parenting issues, with a concentration on cultural influences, in a wide age range, starting from early childhood to late adulthood. I have also helped individuals with mood disorders, adjustment challenges, and chemical dependency problems.
Sometimes unexpected things or events happen to us that can make our happiness feel out of our grasp. Things like life & family transitions, chronic physical or mental illness, autoimmune disorders, romantic and familial relationships, trauma, abuse, cyber/social media related anxiety, disabilities or depression can lead you to feeling extremely overwhelmed and as if your life is out of control. This may cause you to feel trapped, alone, unsafe, or stuck in a dark chapter of your life that sometimes feels unbearable or unending. I am here to help you turn the page and progress to a new chapter of your story without judgment.
Sometimes unexpected things or events happen to us that can make our happiness feel out of our grasp. Things like life & family transitions, chronic physical or mental illness, autoimmune disorders, romantic and familial relationships, trauma, abuse, cyber/social media related anxiety, disabilities or depression can lead you to feeling extremely overwhelmed and as if your life is out of control. This may cause you to feel trapped, alone, unsafe, or stuck in a dark chapter of your life that sometimes feels unbearable or unending. I am here to help you turn the page and progress to a new chapter of your story without judgment.
I'm an Arab immigrant therapist who works with adults who are exhausted by how much they hold.
You did what you were supposed to do. You worked hard & showed up, but somewhere between meeting everyone else's expectations & carrying what you never asked to carry, you lost the thread back to yourself. You're not sleeping well, you 2nd guess yourself; you're not sure if it's depression, anxiety, trauma, or just the weight of living between two worlds. Probably all of it. Maybe you're 1st or 2nd gen, SWANA, or Latinx carrying what your family couldn't name & what your community doesn't talk about. You're grieving quietly, fighting perfectionistic tendencies, while still trying to get through the week.
I'm an Arab immigrant therapist who works with adults who are exhausted by how much they hold.
You did what you were supposed to do. You worked hard & showed up, but somewhere between meeting everyone else's expectations & carrying what you never asked to carry, you lost the thread back to yourself. You're not sleeping well, you 2nd guess yourself; you're not sure if it's depression, anxiety, trauma, or just the weight of living between two worlds. Probably all of it. Maybe you're 1st or 2nd gen, SWANA, or Latinx carrying what your family couldn't name & what your community doesn't talk about. You're grieving quietly, fighting perfectionistic tendencies, while still trying to get through the week.
Distracted? Feeling overwhelmed by "the basics?" Wish you could just focus? ADHD is real. The challenges it brings can be difficult to navigate, especially when other people don’t understand what ADHD really is. I know because I have ADHD. My expertise isn’t just from a textbook or clinical experience—it’s from my life, too. Whether you received your diagnosis years ago or just last week, or you wonder if you might have ADHD, I am here to assist you on your journey.
Distracted? Feeling overwhelmed by "the basics?" Wish you could just focus? ADHD is real. The challenges it brings can be difficult to navigate, especially when other people don’t understand what ADHD really is. I know because I have ADHD. My expertise isn’t just from a textbook or clinical experience—it’s from my life, too. Whether you received your diagnosis years ago or just last week, or you wonder if you might have ADHD, I am here to assist you on your journey.
On the outside you seem fine, but inside your emotions feel loud, heavy, and misunderstood. Maybe you hold back out of fear of judgment, conflict, or feeling “too much.” You deserve a space where your feelings make sense, where you can unpack without shame and learn to communicate with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Together, we’ll strengthen the relationships that matter most—especially the one you have with yourself. I draw from Gottman Method Therapy with couples and EMDR to help process trauma, deepen insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.
On the outside you seem fine, but inside your emotions feel loud, heavy, and misunderstood. Maybe you hold back out of fear of judgment, conflict, or feeling “too much.” You deserve a space where your feelings make sense, where you can unpack without shame and learn to communicate with clarity, confidence, and compassion. Together, we’ll strengthen the relationships that matter most—especially the one you have with yourself. I draw from Gottman Method Therapy with couples and EMDR to help process trauma, deepen insight, and create meaningful, lasting change.
Accepting New Patients; Tele-Health; We take most major insurances... We provide one-on-one compassionate, whole-person care and longitudinal clinical alliances for persons struggling with weight gain. We aim for precision targeting of root causes of obesity, and provide a comprehensive medical + psychosocial diagnostic and treatment plan, with Harvard Medical School trained clinical advice, and evidence-based scientific interventions, and a personalized treatment plan, as we honor your full dignity and accompany you in solidarity, care, and partnership through your weight loss journey with us.
Accepting New Patients; Tele-Health; We take most major insurances... We provide one-on-one compassionate, whole-person care and longitudinal clinical alliances for persons struggling with weight gain. We aim for precision targeting of root causes of obesity, and provide a comprehensive medical + psychosocial diagnostic and treatment plan, with Harvard Medical School trained clinical advice, and evidence-based scientific interventions, and a personalized treatment plan, as we honor your full dignity and accompany you in solidarity, care, and partnership through your weight loss journey with us.
You know that feeling when you're doing all the "right" things, but something still feels... off?
Maybe you're successful on paper but unfulfilled in your soul. Or you're standing at a crossroads—relationship, career, purpose—knowing the old path no longer fits, but unsure what comes next. Perhaps you're tired of playing small, dimming your light, or living by rules that were never really yours.
If you're here, you're probably ready for something different. Not just coping strategies or surface fixes—but real transformation. The kind that ripples through every area of your life.
You know that feeling when you're doing all the "right" things, but something still feels... off?
Maybe you're successful on paper but unfulfilled in your soul. Or you're standing at a crossroads—relationship, career, purpose—knowing the old path no longer fits, but unsure what comes next. Perhaps you're tired of playing small, dimming your light, or living by rules that were never really yours.
If you're here, you're probably ready for something different. Not just coping strategies or surface fixes—but real transformation. The kind that ripples through every area of your life.
Congratulations on taking the first step. If you are having feelings of anxiety, depression or dealing with any stress-related situations and believe that it is time to learn positive strategies for a mentally healthier lifestyle then you have come to the right place. I offer client-focused and supportive environment that will allow us to work together to address these challenges and live a more purposeful life.
Congratulations on taking the first step. If you are having feelings of anxiety, depression or dealing with any stress-related situations and believe that it is time to learn positive strategies for a mentally healthier lifestyle then you have come to the right place. I offer client-focused and supportive environment that will allow us to work together to address these challenges and live a more purposeful life.
My experience ranges from providing services to individuals, couples, and families coming from different walks of life and backgrounds that come into session with an array of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life changes, family/relationship concerns and trauma. Understanding that everyone has different needs and concerns, my goal is to provide a culturally informed focus that empowers my clients. As a second-generation Muslim-American, I fully understands the importance of providing a safe and comfortable space for members of my community seeking wellness and mental health resources.
My experience ranges from providing services to individuals, couples, and families coming from different walks of life and backgrounds that come into session with an array of concerns, including anxiety, depression, life changes, family/relationship concerns and trauma. Understanding that everyone has different needs and concerns, my goal is to provide a culturally informed focus that empowers my clients. As a second-generation Muslim-American, I fully understands the importance of providing a safe and comfortable space for members of my community seeking wellness and mental health resources.
I believe in the undeniable worthiness of every person and the resilience of the human spirit. The losses, stressors, and suffering we face can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. At times, we may not fully understand what we are carrying or grieving, but we can feel its weight. Therapy offers a space to make sense of these experiences and begin reconnecting with yourself, others, and a sense of meaning. I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, oppression, and questions of identity and purpose.
I believe in the undeniable worthiness of every person and the resilience of the human spirit. The losses, stressors, and suffering we face can leave us feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or unsure of how to move forward. At times, we may not fully understand what we are carrying or grieving, but we can feel its weight. Therapy offers a space to make sense of these experiences and begin reconnecting with yourself, others, and a sense of meaning. I work with individuals navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional overwhelm, oppression, and questions of identity and purpose.
Hi, I’m Jenna, Founder and Owner of Crescent Moon Wellness!
Do you struggle with loneliness and confusion after a significant loss? Grief can affect all aspects of our lives. Do you feel overwhelmed with a big life transition? We all need stability, guidance, and community to make it through the ups and downs of life. Do you struggle with your confidence and self-worth? Now more than ever, folks of all ages are feeling lost and exhausted, seeking the guidance necessary to manage life with more confidence and clarity. I believe that with the right evidenced based interventions and techniques, change is possible.
Hi, I’m Jenna, Founder and Owner of Crescent Moon Wellness!
Do you struggle with loneliness and confusion after a significant loss? Grief can affect all aspects of our lives. Do you feel overwhelmed with a big life transition? We all need stability, guidance, and community to make it through the ups and downs of life. Do you struggle with your confidence and self-worth? Now more than ever, folks of all ages are feeling lost and exhausted, seeking the guidance necessary to manage life with more confidence and clarity. I believe that with the right evidenced based interventions and techniques, change is possible.
Falling in love is easy; staying in love once you find it can be the difficult part. Let me help you create the relationship you desire. Relationships built on a solid foundation of trust, communication, compassion, bonding, & empathy require work & intention, but you don't have to navigate the road alone. I can help you along this journey. I'm a relationship expert and use research-based approaches such as Gottman, P.A.I.R.S. Essentials, C-CBT for PTSD, etc. However, I am not an expert on your life; therefore, the methods I use can be adaptive so that you can create interventions that are meaningful and fit your life.
Falling in love is easy; staying in love once you find it can be the difficult part. Let me help you create the relationship you desire. Relationships built on a solid foundation of trust, communication, compassion, bonding, & empathy require work & intention, but you don't have to navigate the road alone. I can help you along this journey. I'm a relationship expert and use research-based approaches such as Gottman, P.A.I.R.S. Essentials, C-CBT for PTSD, etc. However, I am not an expert on your life; therefore, the methods I use can be adaptive so that you can create interventions that are meaningful and fit your life.
You’ve worked hard to build the career and life you have today. To others, you look accomplished, capable, and dependable. But on the inside, you’re completely drained – emotionally and physically exhausted from life’s demands. The pressure to always perform has left you stuck in cycles of over-functioning, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. Everyone counts on you, but you feel increasingly disconnected from yourself – unsure of who you are outside of work, responsibilities, and the never-ending daily grind. You’re tired of just pushing through and surviving. You want to get back in touch with what YOU want and need from this life.
You’ve worked hard to build the career and life you have today. To others, you look accomplished, capable, and dependable. But on the inside, you’re completely drained – emotionally and physically exhausted from life’s demands. The pressure to always perform has left you stuck in cycles of over-functioning, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. Everyone counts on you, but you feel increasingly disconnected from yourself – unsure of who you are outside of work, responsibilities, and the never-ending daily grind. You’re tired of just pushing through and surviving. You want to get back in touch with what YOU want and need from this life.
Farid Awad at Catalyst Counseling & Consulting
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, DMin, MDiv, MA, LCMHC, LMFTS
Online Only
I received my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and completed my Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University Theological Seminary. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT).
I served on active duty as an Army Chaplain, where I provided pastoral counseling for Soldiers and their Family members dealing with marital conflict, posttraumatic stress disorder, moral injuries, anxiety, depression, and numerous life stressors. I continue to serve as a Chaplain in the NC Army NG.
I received my Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and completed my Doctorate of Ministry in Pastoral Counseling from Liberty University Theological Seminary. I am currently a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC), National Certified Counselor (NCC), and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Supervisor (LMFT).
I served on active duty as an Army Chaplain, where I provided pastoral counseling for Soldiers and their Family members dealing with marital conflict, posttraumatic stress disorder, moral injuries, anxiety, depression, and numerous life stressors. I continue to serve as a Chaplain in the NC Army NG.
