Arab and Middle Eastern Therapists in Raleigh, NC
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 work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship/marriage issues, substance use (addiction), trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, life transitions, etc.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families experiencing depression, anxiety, relationship/marriage issues, substance use (addiction), trauma, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), grief, life transitions, etc.
i believe in providing a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to get the support you deserve to live a better life. I completed my Bachelor of Science from Heidelberg College in Tiffin, Ohio and received her Master of Science School Counseling and Community Counseling from Ohio University. I received my licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina in 2013 and I have 20 years' experience working in a variety of helping roles supporting seniors, adults, children, families and couples. I have over ten years of experience working with children ages 5-11 as a school counselor.
i believe in providing a safe and nonjudgmental space for you to get the support you deserve to live a better life. I completed my Bachelor of Science from Heidelberg College in Tiffin, Ohio and received her Master of Science School Counseling and Community Counseling from Ohio University. I received my licensure as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in North Carolina in 2013 and I have 20 years' experience working in a variety of helping roles supporting seniors, adults, children, families and couples. I have over ten years of experience working with children ages 5-11 as a school counselor.
Hi, I am currently accepting new clients! Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. Rooted in empathy and compassion, my counseling approach is geared toward establishing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It's okay to ask for help, and I'm dedicated to ensuring that whoever walks through my door feels seen, heard, and supported on their path to personal well-being. If you're in search of a supportive environment to explore your emotions, please reach out!
Hi, I am currently accepting new clients! Navigating life's challenges can be overwhelming, but you don't have to face them alone. Rooted in empathy and compassion, my counseling approach is geared toward establishing a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It's okay to ask for help, and I'm dedicated to ensuring that whoever walks through my door feels seen, heard, and supported on their path to personal well-being. If you're in search of a supportive environment to explore your emotions, please reach out!
I’m especially passionate about working with Middle Eastern, Arab, and other marginalized individuals navigating identity, belonging, and sociopolitical stress.
Blending DBT, ACT, parts work, somatic approaches, and mindfulness, my goal is to help clients build emotional balance, confidence, and a deeper connection to themselves. I strive to create a space where you can bring your whole self — the parts that feel strong and capable, as well as the parts that feel uncertain, tired, or scared.
I’m especially passionate about working with Middle Eastern, Arab, and other marginalized individuals navigating identity, belonging, and sociopolitical stress.
Blending DBT, ACT, parts work, somatic approaches, and mindfulness, my goal is to help clients build emotional balance, confidence, and a deeper connection to themselves. I strive to create a space where you can bring your whole self — the parts that feel strong and capable, as well as the parts that feel uncertain, tired, or scared.
Now accepting TRICARE! You may care deeply about your partner or family yet feel caught in the same conflicts, misunderstandings, or distance. I work with couples, families, adults, teens, and children facing trauma, chronic illness, cultural or immigration-related stress, identity questions, and major life transitions. I also affirm polyamorous and other nontraditional relationships. Together, we look beneath the conflict, understand the patterns shaping your relationships, and build clearer communication, stronger trust, and more secure connection.
Now accepting TRICARE! You may care deeply about your partner or family yet feel caught in the same conflicts, misunderstandings, or distance. I work with couples, families, adults, teens, and children facing trauma, chronic illness, cultural or immigration-related stress, identity questions, and major life transitions. I also affirm polyamorous and other nontraditional relationships. Together, we look beneath the conflict, understand the patterns shaping your relationships, and build clearer communication, stronger trust, and more secure connection.
I am a licensed psychologist with extensive experience treating disordered eating and body image concerns, trauma, social anxiety, self-esteem issues, issues related to family of origin, relationship concerns, career concerns, and mood disorders. I meet my clients with curiosity, warmth, and openness, and will work to create a space where we can partner together in pursuit of your growth. I believe therapy works best when we harness your inner strength and agency through increased self-reflection, self-compassion, and positive coping.
I am a licensed psychologist with extensive experience treating disordered eating and body image concerns, trauma, social anxiety, self-esteem issues, issues related to family of origin, relationship concerns, career concerns, and mood disorders. I meet my clients with curiosity, warmth, and openness, and will work to create a space where we can partner together in pursuit of your growth. I believe therapy works best when we harness your inner strength and agency through increased self-reflection, self-compassion, and positive coping.
Are you struggling for mental clarity and inner peace? Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Life changes can be stressful, especially on a traumatized self. We all go through states of loneliness where we don't feel heard or understood by anyone. Please do not suffer alone and reach out. Together, we can connect in a safe and inclusive environment while considering your personal strengths. I am committed to working with adolescents and adults of diverse cultures to promote mental wellness and empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives in harmony with their cultural and spiritual identities.
Are you struggling for mental clarity and inner peace? Are you constantly feeling overwhelmed and stuck? Life changes can be stressful, especially on a traumatized self. We all go through states of loneliness where we don't feel heard or understood by anyone. Please do not suffer alone and reach out. Together, we can connect in a safe and inclusive environment while considering your personal strengths. I am committed to working with adolescents and adults of diverse cultures to promote mental wellness and empower individuals to lead fulfilling lives in harmony with their cultural and spiritual identities.
Hello! I enjoy supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults. I focus on differences in communication, emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety, social interactions, depression, school success, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with identity challenges and development. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of their past and present selves and explore what values they want to guide them moving forward. I love incorporating hands-on and experiential exercises into my work.
Hello! I enjoy supporting neurodivergent children, adolescents, and adults. I focus on differences in communication, emotional regulation, self-esteem, anxiety, social interactions, depression, school success, and life transitions. I also enjoy working with identity challenges and development. I strive to help my clients gain a better understanding of their past and present selves and explore what values they want to guide them moving forward. I love incorporating hands-on and experiential exercises into my work.
Samantha Zengbean
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHCA
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27615
I work with individuals, couples, and families, and my goal is to offer a space where you can simply be—without judgment, pressure, or needing to have everything figured out. I believe healing begins when people feel safe enough to be honest, heard, and emotionally connected. Whether you are navigating communication challenges, intimacy, sexual concerns, betrayal, and emotional distance or in need of affair recovery, I can come along side of you for support. I also support individuals working through anxiety, religious or spiritual trauma, identity questions, and life transitions. Wherever you are in your life, I will meet you.
I work with individuals, couples, and families, and my goal is to offer a space where you can simply be—without judgment, pressure, or needing to have everything figured out. I believe healing begins when people feel safe enough to be honest, heard, and emotionally connected. Whether you are navigating communication challenges, intimacy, sexual concerns, betrayal, and emotional distance or in need of affair recovery, I can come along side of you for support. I also support individuals working through anxiety, religious or spiritual trauma, identity questions, and life transitions. Wherever you are in your life, I will meet you.
Lifeologie Counseling Raleigh-Durham
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, LCMHC, LMFT, LCSW
Raleigh, NC 27609
We have clinicians ready to meet with you! When you reach out to us, we will respond! Several of our therapists have immediate openings. We believe that real healing happens in a space where you feel seen, heard, and genuinely understood. At Lifeologie Counseling, our therapists are not only experts in their fields, they’re real people who care deeply about your story. We take the time to get to know you, not just your symptoms, and we tailor our approach to fit your unique needs and goals. Therapy with us is not one-size-fits-all; it’s a personalized experience grounded in empathy, respect, and authenticity.
We have clinicians ready to meet with you! When you reach out to us, we will respond! Several of our therapists have immediate openings. We believe that real healing happens in a space where you feel seen, heard, and genuinely understood. At Lifeologie Counseling, our therapists are not only experts in their fields, they’re real people who care deeply about your story. We take the time to get to know you, not just your symptoms, and we tailor our approach to fit your unique needs and goals. Therapy with us is not one-size-fits-all; it’s a personalized experience grounded in empathy, respect, and authenticity.
My priority as a therapist is to show you what therapy can and should be: safe, curious, non-judgmental, and client-driven. You are the expert in your life, and I am here to listen, inquire, and sit with you as you embark on cultivating a deeper sense of identity and belonging within yourself and the world. My aim is to help you feel comfortable within the discomfort true vulnerability can so often bring. The root of my work lies in a deep seated passion for discovering the value and depth of joy–no matter what you are bringing to the table.
My priority as a therapist is to show you what therapy can and should be: safe, curious, non-judgmental, and client-driven. You are the expert in your life, and I am here to listen, inquire, and sit with you as you embark on cultivating a deeper sense of identity and belonging within yourself and the world. My aim is to help you feel comfortable within the discomfort true vulnerability can so often bring. The root of my work lies in a deep seated passion for discovering the value and depth of joy–no matter what you are bringing to the table.
Sometimes life can become shadowed by trauma, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, or family challenges. I work with adolescents, young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and culturally diverse communities to gently navigate these shadows through healing, helping relationship. Together, we’ll explore the stories that shape you, honor the experiences that have brought both struggle and strength, and uncover the light within — creating a path toward healing, clarity, empowerment, and hope.
Sometimes life can become shadowed by trauma, identity struggles, anxiety, depression, or family challenges. I work with adolescents, young adults, LGBTQIA+ clients, pregnant and postpartum people, and culturally diverse communities to gently navigate these shadows through healing, helping relationship. Together, we’ll explore the stories that shape you, honor the experiences that have brought both struggle and strength, and uncover the light within — creating a path toward healing, clarity, empowerment, and hope.
My name is Melodi, and I am a Clinical Licensed Social Worker (licensed in NY, MN, AL, ND, and NC) primarily based in North Carolina. I have worked with a broad spectrum of challenges, such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and struggling with various transition periods. I work with my clients to empower them and give them the tools they need to improve their coping responses, communication, and understand their behaviors and thought processes. My client's goals align with wanting to improve their lives and my goal is to provide the space that is safe, comfortable, and positive.
My name is Melodi, and I am a Clinical Licensed Social Worker (licensed in NY, MN, AL, ND, and NC) primarily based in North Carolina. I have worked with a broad spectrum of challenges, such as ADHD, Anxiety, Depression, OCD, and struggling with various transition periods. I work with my clients to empower them and give them the tools they need to improve their coping responses, communication, and understand their behaviors and thought processes. My client's goals align with wanting to improve their lives and my goal is to provide the space that is safe, comfortable, and positive.
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.
Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage, but you don’t have to carry life's challenges alone. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) in North Carolina, I provide 100% virtual, secure telehealth therapy from the comfort, safety, and convenience of your own space.
My practice is built on a person-centered foundation. I believe you are the true expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, offering a warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued.
Taking the first step toward therapy takes courage, but you don’t have to carry life's challenges alone. As a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate (LCMHCA) in North Carolina, I provide 100% virtual, secure telehealth therapy from the comfort, safety, and convenience of your own space.
My practice is built on a person-centered foundation. I believe you are the true expert on your own life. My role is to walk alongside you, offering a warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative environment where you feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued.
The people who tend to work with me are thoughtful and curious, often navigating grief, life transitions, identity shifts, or relationship strain. They may appear steady on the outside while feeling stretched thin inside. Many want space to slow down and understand themselves more fully, creating change that feels integrated and lasting.
For couples, my goal is to help each person gently uncover the patterns that create tension. Sessions focus on strengthening communication, and better understanding both your partner’s inner world and the larger ecosystem of your relationship.
The people who tend to work with me are thoughtful and curious, often navigating grief, life transitions, identity shifts, or relationship strain. They may appear steady on the outside while feeling stretched thin inside. Many want space to slow down and understand themselves more fully, creating change that feels integrated and lasting.
For couples, my goal is to help each person gently uncover the patterns that create tension. Sessions focus on strengthening communication, and better understanding both your partner’s inner world and the larger ecosystem of your relationship.
Life can feel overwhelming. You might be carrying past trauma, facing anxiety that will not ease, or navigating a lingering sadness. Maybe you are exploring how your identity has been shaped by culture, history, or generational pain—and you’re ready to reclaim your voice. Whatever brings you here, I want you to know: reaching out is a powerful first step.
As a therapist with over a decade of experience, I create a trauma-informed space where you feel seen and supported. Together, we will face the hard stuff while making room for healing, hope, and growth.
Life can feel overwhelming. You might be carrying past trauma, facing anxiety that will not ease, or navigating a lingering sadness. Maybe you are exploring how your identity has been shaped by culture, history, or generational pain—and you’re ready to reclaim your voice. Whatever brings you here, I want you to know: reaching out is a powerful first step.
As a therapist with over a decade of experience, I create a trauma-informed space where you feel seen and supported. Together, we will face the hard stuff while making room for healing, hope, and growth.
Arielle Karoub
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC
4 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Do you find yourself tying your self-worth to your achievements or performance? Many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, self-criticism, anxiety, and difficulty coping with mistakes or setbacks. I help individuals build self-confidence, develop healthier thought patterns, and strengthen effective coping skills to manage life's challenges. I believe therapy is most effective when it is personalized, so I take time to understand each client's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Together, we will develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
Do you find yourself tying your self-worth to your achievements or performance? Many of my clients struggle with perfectionism, self-criticism, anxiety, and difficulty coping with mistakes or setbacks. I help individuals build self-confidence, develop healthier thought patterns, and strengthen effective coping skills to manage life's challenges. I believe therapy is most effective when it is personalized, so I take time to understand each client's unique experiences, strengths, and goals. Together, we will develop a treatment plan tailored to your needs and work toward meaningful, lasting change.
You're constantly fighting those racing thoughts and questioning yourself. You notice your confidence is low which gets in the way of your relationships or responsibilities. You struggle with memories of the past or worries about the future. You wonder what others may be thinking about you or how to approach someone new to develop relationships. Your mind may be on an endless loop and intrusive thoughts may lead to feelings of fear. You find that you've lost pieces of yourself and don't fully know who you are or what you want. You realize that maybe it is time to seek help, maybe change is what you need. I'm here to help!
You're constantly fighting those racing thoughts and questioning yourself. You notice your confidence is low which gets in the way of your relationships or responsibilities. You struggle with memories of the past or worries about the future. You wonder what others may be thinking about you or how to approach someone new to develop relationships. Your mind may be on an endless loop and intrusive thoughts may lead to feelings of fear. You find that you've lost pieces of yourself and don't fully know who you are or what you want. You realize that maybe it is time to seek help, maybe change is what you need. I'm here to help!
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What can an Arab and Middle Eastern therapist help with?
An Arab and Middle Eastern therapist can support clients with a wide range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and major life transitions. However, what may make their approach unique is their ability to integrate an understanding of the cultural, family, and social factors that may be shaping your mental health concerns. If you identify with a Middle Eastern background, such as Arab, North African, Lebanese, Syrian, Iraqi, or Palestinian, working with a therapist who is familiar with values surrounding family loyalty, community expectations, religion, marriage, and caregiving responsibilities can help reduce the need to explain yourself in sessions and better support your healing in the context of your background.
How does cultural background influence the therapy experience?
A therapist who personally identifies as Arab or Middle Eastern may offer a deeper understanding of cultural norms, family dynamics, religious beliefs, migration experiences, and the stigma that may surround mental health in some communities. This shared cultural framework can make it easier to build trust and focus more directly on healing. It is also important to note that a therapist does not have to share your background to provide effective therapy. In some cases, finding a culturally competent therapist may be just as important as finding one who shares your background.
What role can language play in therapy?
Language plays a central role in how people process and express emotions. Even for individuals who are fluent in English, certain feelings, memories, or experiences may be easier to describe in the language they grew up speaking or thinking in, such as Arabic, Farsi, Hebrew, Kurdish, or Turkish. Clients may feel more comfortable expressing themselves without having to translate their thoughts, which can reduce the risk of losing meaning or nuance. For many Arab and Middle Eastern clients, language is also closely tied to family relationships. Being able to move between English and your native language in therapy can help reflect real-life dynamics, such as communicating with family members in one language and navigating work or school in another. This flexibility to move between languages in sessions can make therapy feel more natural and relevant to daily life.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience with Arab and Middle Eastern clients?
If cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Arab and Middle Eastern clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask whether they have worked with concerns related to cultural identity, immigration, family expectations, intergenerational conflict, discrimination, or stigma around mental health. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A strong therapeutic alliance does not necessarily require a therapist to share your background, but they should respond to your concerns with respect and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your background constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Arab and Middle Eastern therapists?
The directory of Arab and Middle Eastern therapists includes professionals who have shared their ethnicity in their profiles. Psychology Today uses this information to assist clients in finding a therapist who can provide a cultural match. However, not all therapists choose to disclose their ethnicity in their profiles, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. When the number of therapists who have personally identified as Arab or Middle Eastern is limited, the directory may also show therapists with experience working with clients from relevant backgrounds.