Muslim Therapists in Austin, TX
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or a mental health diagnosis that has made it hard to feel stable, safe, or like yourself? Whether you're an adult navigating PTSD and emotional upheaval or a parent watching your child struggle with behavioral challenges, the path to clarity can feel impossibly far away. You don't have to find your way there alone — and with the right support, it is closer than you think.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or a mental health diagnosis that has made it hard to feel stable, safe, or like yourself? Whether you're an adult navigating PTSD and emotional upheaval or a parent watching your child struggle with behavioral challenges, the path to clarity can feel impossibly far away. You don't have to find your way there alone — and with the right support, it is closer than you think.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or a mental health diagnosis that has made it hard to feel stable, safe, or like yourself? Whether you're an adult navigating PTSD and emotional upheaval or a parent watching your child struggle with behavioral challenges, the path to clarity can feel impossibly far away. You don't have to find your way there alone — and with the right support, it is closer than you think.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, grief, or a mental health diagnosis that has made it hard to feel stable, safe, or like yourself? Whether you're an adult navigating PTSD and emotional upheaval or a parent watching your child struggle with behavioral challenges, the path to clarity can feel impossibly far away. You don't have to find your way there alone — and with the right support, it is closer than you think.
Sometimes the people and places closest to our hearts are also where we feel the most strain. You might be finding it hard to connect with your partner, feeling caught between the culture you grew up in and the life you’re building now, or carrying the expectations of a large, close-knit family. For some, faith that once felt like home now brings up guilt or fear. Wherever you’re starting from, you’re welcome here just as you are.
Sometimes the people and places closest to our hearts are also where we feel the most strain. You might be finding it hard to connect with your partner, feeling caught between the culture you grew up in and the life you’re building now, or carrying the expectations of a large, close-knit family. For some, faith that once felt like home now brings up guilt or fear. Wherever you’re starting from, you’re welcome here just as you are.
Is the current state of the world wearing on you? Are you struggling to make sense of it all? It’s hard out there right now. Therapy can be a place for you to explore these feelings and find a means of coping through this hellscape. Let’s create a space for you to navigate through all this and work towards that light at the end of the tunnel. My goal is to assist you through all of this, as well as any other life experiences you may be having, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, intersectional struggles or self-esteem issues. I am especially sensitive to those impacted by LGBTQ experiences.
Is the current state of the world wearing on you? Are you struggling to make sense of it all? It’s hard out there right now. Therapy can be a place for you to explore these feelings and find a means of coping through this hellscape. Let’s create a space for you to navigate through all this and work towards that light at the end of the tunnel. My goal is to assist you through all of this, as well as any other life experiences you may be having, such as depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, intersectional struggles or self-esteem issues. I am especially sensitive to those impacted by LGBTQ experiences.
You were brought up to talk a certain way, live a certain way, look a certain way, and love a certain way. But deep down, you don't believe much of that anymore. So, you hide. You don't want to be a disappointment to your friends & family. The constant pushing down of your beliefs, thoughts, and feelings is killing you and getting harder and harder to keep from spilling onto every part of your life. I help people dig out from under the mess. To accept & celebrate all aspects of their identities and to improve their relationships both in and out.
You were brought up to talk a certain way, live a certain way, look a certain way, and love a certain way. But deep down, you don't believe much of that anymore. So, you hide. You don't want to be a disappointment to your friends & family. The constant pushing down of your beliefs, thoughts, and feelings is killing you and getting harder and harder to keep from spilling onto every part of your life. I help people dig out from under the mess. To accept & celebrate all aspects of their identities and to improve their relationships both in and out.
Humans are complicated beings, we are woven tapestries of our various identities and experiences. Therapy is a place where all aspects of yourself are welcome - fears, embarrassments, longings and resentments, as well as strengths and gifts. I care deeply about the unique journey each client travels. Through providing a safe, non judgmental space where clients can cry, laugh, vent, etc., I am driven to support clients in navigating systemic inequities that can profoundly affect mental health. I use a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach and enjoy bringing in aspects from all life phases.
Humans are complicated beings, we are woven tapestries of our various identities and experiences. Therapy is a place where all aspects of yourself are welcome - fears, embarrassments, longings and resentments, as well as strengths and gifts. I care deeply about the unique journey each client travels. Through providing a safe, non judgmental space where clients can cry, laugh, vent, etc., I am driven to support clients in navigating systemic inequities that can profoundly affect mental health. I use a culturally sensitive, trauma-informed approach and enjoy bringing in aspects from all life phases.
I am an immigrant, South Asian, Muslim, Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma, PTSD, grief, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
Carrying past trauma, loss, or deep-rooted emotional struggles can feel heavy and rarely stay in the past. These experiences live in your bodies and interfere with daily life, relationships, and sense of self. Maybe you have survived something that leaves you disconnected with yourself. Maybe you are carrying grief that others expect you to be “over,” or are navigating an identity misunderstood by those around you. If the weight of your past and the expectations of family, culture or society have you feeling stuck you have a space with me. I am a guide who will honor your unique experiences and empower you to work through the pain.
I am an immigrant, South Asian, Muslim, Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in trauma, PTSD, grief, and LGBTQIA+ affirming care.
Carrying past trauma, loss, or deep-rooted emotional struggles can feel heavy and rarely stay in the past. These experiences live in your bodies and interfere with daily life, relationships, and sense of self. Maybe you have survived something that leaves you disconnected with yourself. Maybe you are carrying grief that others expect you to be “over,” or are navigating an identity misunderstood by those around you. If the weight of your past and the expectations of family, culture or society have you feeling stuck you have a space with me. I am a guide who will honor your unique experiences and empower you to work through the pain.
For over a decade, I’ve helped individuals grow, heal, gain insight, and break free from unhelpful patterns. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, struggling in relationships, or carrying the weight of past trauma, I offer a supportive space to better understand, process, and work through life’s challenges. Stress from home, school, or work can feel isolating and, at times, hopeless—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Drawing from years of experience, I tailor my approach to fit your unique experiences, needs, and goals.
For over a decade, I’ve helped individuals grow, heal, gain insight, and break free from unhelpful patterns. If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, struggling in relationships, or carrying the weight of past trauma, I offer a supportive space to better understand, process, and work through life’s challenges. Stress from home, school, or work can feel isolating and, at times, hopeless—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Drawing from years of experience, I tailor my approach to fit your unique experiences, needs, and goals.
Are you feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, postpartum, or while facing fertility challenges? As an IVF and NICU parent, I know how it feels. I understand the constant worry, thoughts, grief over how things “should have” gone, and the struggle to find your sense of self in these intense, uncertain seasons of parenthood. You want relief from the relentless fear and mental load. You want to sleep, stop bracing for the worst, and feel confident caring for your baby—or navigating the journey toward one. Most of all, you want to feel like yourself again—grounded, capable, and present—so you can move forward with hope, strength and joy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed during pregnancy, postpartum, or while facing fertility challenges? As an IVF and NICU parent, I know how it feels. I understand the constant worry, thoughts, grief over how things “should have” gone, and the struggle to find your sense of self in these intense, uncertain seasons of parenthood. You want relief from the relentless fear and mental load. You want to sleep, stop bracing for the worst, and feel confident caring for your baby—or navigating the journey toward one. Most of all, you want to feel like yourself again—grounded, capable, and present—so you can move forward with hope, strength and joy.
You’ve always been the strong one the one who holds it all together, even when you’re unraveling inside. You carry the weight of expectations, culture, and family, and somewhere along the way, you stopped asking yourself what you need. You feel stuck between who you were told to be and who you’re becoming. You’re tired of people-pleasing, of shrinking, of pretending it’s fine. You’re not broken, you’re tired. And you’re ready for a space where you can finally breathe, be seen, and start choosing you.
You’ve always been the strong one the one who holds it all together, even when you’re unraveling inside. You carry the weight of expectations, culture, and family, and somewhere along the way, you stopped asking yourself what you need. You feel stuck between who you were told to be and who you’re becoming. You’re tired of people-pleasing, of shrinking, of pretending it’s fine. You’re not broken, you’re tired. And you’re ready for a space where you can finally breathe, be seen, and start choosing you.
As an Arab-Asian woman from a Muslim background, I know what it's like to hold more than one world at once, and I especially love working with people of color and anyone who cares about justice.
I blend DBT, ACT, trauma-focused CBT, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness through an anti-oppressive, social justice lens. Your identity, faith, and the systems you live in aren't side notes here. I completed doctoral coursework at GWU researching MENA communities, and I supervise associates and interns: deep expertise, delivered like a human.
As an Arab-Asian woman from a Muslim background, I know what it's like to hold more than one world at once, and I especially love working with people of color and anyone who cares about justice.
I blend DBT, ACT, trauma-focused CBT, emotion-focused therapy, and mindfulness through an anti-oppressive, social justice lens. Your identity, faith, and the systems you live in aren't side notes here. I completed doctoral coursework at GWU researching MENA communities, and I supervise associates and interns: deep expertise, delivered like a human.
You may be exhausted from holding everything together, balancing faith, family, work, or caring for others while quietly carrying your own pain and stress. You might be healing from trauma, burnout, infertility, grief, or the weight of expectations. Perhaps you’ve faced domestic abuse, divorce, cultural identity struggles, anxiety or depression. Or maybe you’re a therapist or caregiver needing space to rest and reflect. You’re seeking care to hold your story that feels safe and judgment-free, a place that honors your values and culture. You’re ready to breathe again, without the mask, and rediscover your serenity one step at a time.
You may be exhausted from holding everything together, balancing faith, family, work, or caring for others while quietly carrying your own pain and stress. You might be healing from trauma, burnout, infertility, grief, or the weight of expectations. Perhaps you’ve faced domestic abuse, divorce, cultural identity struggles, anxiety or depression. Or maybe you’re a therapist or caregiver needing space to rest and reflect. You’re seeking care to hold your story that feels safe and judgment-free, a place that honors your values and culture. You’re ready to breathe again, without the mask, and rediscover your serenity one step at a time.
Providing a safe and validating space for others is something I've always loved to do. This passion has lead me to becoming a Psychologist and providing therapy to clients for the last eleven years. I enjoy working with adults in various stage of life. I've appreciated working with clients on relationships, identity, and self-love. Being a South-Asian, I encourage individuals to explore their own cultural/ethnic/racial identity.
Providing a safe and validating space for others is something I've always loved to do. This passion has lead me to becoming a Psychologist and providing therapy to clients for the last eleven years. I enjoy working with adults in various stage of life. I've appreciated working with clients on relationships, identity, and self-love. Being a South-Asian, I encourage individuals to explore their own cultural/ethnic/racial identity.
You’re juggling a lot—expectations, emotions, relationships, identity—and somewhere along the way, you stopped feeling like yourself. My ideal client is someone who’s tired of holding everything in, tired of feeling overwhelmed, and ready to understand what’s underneath it all. You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, relationship stress, or family patterns you’re finally ready to break. At your core, you want peace, clarity, and a version of yourself that feels grounded and whole. You’re not looking for perfection—you’re looking for real growth.
You’re juggling a lot—expectations, emotions, relationships, identity—and somewhere along the way, you stopped feeling like yourself. My ideal client is someone who’s tired of holding everything in, tired of feeling overwhelmed, and ready to understand what’s underneath it all. You may be dealing with anxiety, burnout, people-pleasing, relationship stress, or family patterns you’re finally ready to break. At your core, you want peace, clarity, and a version of yourself that feels grounded and whole. You’re not looking for perfection—you’re looking for real growth.
You don’t have to carry it all alone! I strive to create a safe space for you to share your concerns, hopes, and goals.
I work with adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, career, relationships, addictions, compulsions, among other issues.
I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. The majority of my career has been in finance, where I have worked as a financial advisor.
I was born and raised in Texas and I have a deep understanding of various cultures and religions.
I enjoy sports, music, and spending time with loved ones.
You don’t have to carry it all alone! I strive to create a safe space for you to share your concerns, hopes, and goals.
I work with adult clients struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, career, relationships, addictions, compulsions, among other issues.
I received my Master of Science in Counseling from Southern Methodist University. The majority of my career has been in finance, where I have worked as a financial advisor.
I was born and raised in Texas and I have a deep understanding of various cultures and religions.
I enjoy sports, music, and spending time with loved ones.
Accepting new clients in Texas & New York! - Are you struggling with your identity, anxiety, or trauma? Do you need help coping with feeling overwhelmed, especially as a new or expecting mom? It can be really difficult juggling your mental health, your relationships, and your responsibilities. Acknowledging that you might need help is the first step, so I'm glad you're here. I understand how daunting it can be to reach out, and I hope you know how brave you are! If you're ready to make a change, or even if you're on the fence, I invite you to see if we're a good fit for one another. You don't have to deal with your struggles alone.
Accepting new clients in Texas & New York! - Are you struggling with your identity, anxiety, or trauma? Do you need help coping with feeling overwhelmed, especially as a new or expecting mom? It can be really difficult juggling your mental health, your relationships, and your responsibilities. Acknowledging that you might need help is the first step, so I'm glad you're here. I understand how daunting it can be to reach out, and I hope you know how brave you are! If you're ready to make a change, or even if you're on the fence, I invite you to see if we're a good fit for one another. You don't have to deal with your struggles alone.
The advanced Islamic training at TISA has helped me cultivate a level of thinking necessary to work with the next generation of Muslim Americans.
You may be the person everyone relies on, yet privately feel exhausted, resentful, anxious, or unsure of yourself. Many of my clients are navigating difficult family relationships, cultural or religious expectations, relationship patterns, identity, and major life transitions. I help clients understand what shaped them, trust their own reality, and develop healthier ways of relating without abandoning themselves or everything they value.
The advanced Islamic training at TISA has helped me cultivate a level of thinking necessary to work with the next generation of Muslim Americans.
You may be the person everyone relies on, yet privately feel exhausted, resentful, anxious, or unsure of yourself. Many of my clients are navigating difficult family relationships, cultural or religious expectations, relationship patterns, identity, and major life transitions. I help clients understand what shaped them, trust their own reality, and develop healthier ways of relating without abandoning themselves or everything they value.
Healing begins in the safety of compassionate relationships. I support women, teen girls, children, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, loneliness, grief & loss, life transitions, and parenting. Sometimes we lose touch with ourselves, those we love, and the world around us. Women may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer serve them. Children may struggle socially or with divorce, living in two homes, loyalty conflicts, or worries about hurting a parent. I offer a compassionate, neutral space to explore emotions, strengthen relationships, and discover new ways forward.
Healing begins in the safety of compassionate relationships. I support women, teen girls, children, and couples navigating anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, loneliness, grief & loss, life transitions, and parenting. Sometimes we lose touch with ourselves, those we love, and the world around us. Women may feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or caught in patterns that no longer serve them. Children may struggle socially or with divorce, living in two homes, loyalty conflicts, or worries about hurting a parent. I offer a compassionate, neutral space to explore emotions, strengthen relationships, and discover new ways forward.
Have you experienced a loss that's left you questioning who you are? Are you a mother feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggling to care for yourself while caring for everyone else? Maybe you're facing a major life transition - a new chapter that feels more disorienting than exciting? Or perhaps you're managing the invisible weight of (late diagnosed) ADHD while trying to hold everything together. You're not broken. You're human and there is help. You do not have to navigate this alone.
Have you experienced a loss that's left you questioning who you are? Are you a mother feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or struggling to care for yourself while caring for everyone else? Maybe you're facing a major life transition - a new chapter that feels more disorienting than exciting? Or perhaps you're managing the invisible weight of (late diagnosed) ADHD while trying to hold everything together. You're not broken. You're human and there is help. You do not have to navigate this alone.
You’re successful in many areas of life, but your relationships feel frustrating, confusing, or empty. Maybe you’re a high achiever who always puts others first and ends up drained. Maybe you survived trauma or narcissistic abuse, and the pain still echoes in your connections. Despite your efforts, you keep repeating the same patterns and you wonder, “Why can’t this change?” It’s not your fault. You can create relationships that feel safe, real, and fulfilling. I’m here to help you get there.
You’re successful in many areas of life, but your relationships feel frustrating, confusing, or empty. Maybe you’re a high achiever who always puts others first and ends up drained. Maybe you survived trauma or narcissistic abuse, and the pain still echoes in your connections. Despite your efforts, you keep repeating the same patterns and you wonder, “Why can’t this change?” It’s not your fault. You can create relationships that feel safe, real, and fulfilling. I’m here to help you get there.
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What can a Muslim therapist help with?
Muslim therapists can help you with the same range of mental health concerns that any qualified therapist can, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life transitions, relationship challenges, and family conflict. They can support you in developing coping skills, communication strategies, and improving self-esteem. If you are Muslim, seeing a therapist who personally identifies as Muslim may be especially helpful when your mental health concerns intersect with your faith, culture, or identity. Topics that may be especially relevant to discuss with a therapist who shares your background include navigating discrimination, family expectations, gender norms, marriage expectations, religious questioning, or feeling disconnected from your faith or community.
Why might faith context matter in therapy for Muslim clients?
A therapist who understands Islamic beliefs may be better able to recognize how spirituality and religious observance affect your life. In some cases, a therapist may directly incorporate faith into therapy, which may be described as Islamic counseling, and is used alongside other types of mental health support. A shared faith context may also strengthen the therapeutic alliance since you may find more trust with a therapist who understands your background. At the same time, you and your therapist do not need to share the same faith or cultural background to work together effectively. Many therapists who are not Muslim can still provide culturally responsive care if they approach your beliefs, practices, and experiences with respect and humility, rather than making assumptions or dismissing the role of faith or culture.
How can a Muslim therapist support couples counseling or family therapy?
A Muslim therapist can support couples counseling, family therapy, and marriage counseling for concerns such as communication challenges, conflict, parenting, intimacy, life transitions, and extended family stress. For example, Muslim marriage counseling may help a couple navigate disagreements about religious practices or managing expectations from extended family. For Muslim couples or families, therapy may include discussion of how Islamic values or community norms shape relationships. Therapy may be especially helpful when partners or family members have different expectations around marriage, gender roles, parenting, caregiving, or religious practice. Depending on your preferences, a Muslim therapist may incorporate faith-informed discussion alongside traditional therapy approaches, such as communication skills, emotional regulation strategies, and conflict-resolution techniques.
How might I inquire about a therapist's experience working with Muslim clients?
If faith or cultural background is important to you in therapy, it can be helpful to ask a prospective therapist whether they have experience working with Muslim clients. In initial conversations with potential therapists, you might ask questions such as, “Have you worked with Muslim clients before?” or “How do you approach conversations about faith in therapy?” If a specific branch or tradition of Islam is important to you, you may also ask whether they have experience with your specific community, such as Sunni, Shia, or another Muslim community. As sessions begin, it can be helpful to notice how the therapist responds to your concerns. A good therapist should respond with respect, curiosity, and cultural humility. If you feel dismissed, misunderstood, or find yourself having to explain your beliefs or cultural context constantly, it may be worth considering another therapist.
Who is included in Psychology Today's directory of Muslim therapists?
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.