Walaa Taha

Counsellor, BA, MSc. Psyc

Walaa Taha holds a Master’s of Science in Counselling Psychology, and a Honours degree in Psychology from the University of Calgary (Canada). She also recently graduated with a diploma in Islamic Psychology from Cambridge Muslim College (UK). Currently, she is continuing her studies in Islamic Sciences through Ribaat Academic Institute and Pillars Seminary (USA). Walaa has worked extensively as a youth program leader and researcher, as well as a counsellor in both elementary and high schools. Walaa has also led initiatives such as mental health awareness workshops and youth halaqaat within her local community.

Overall, Walaa is deeply committed to contributing to the revival of Islamic healing traditions within Muslim communities. In her role as a counsellor, Walaa works with clients to help them navigate challenges that arise within their unique familial and cultural contexts. Walaa is especially interested in working with Muslim youth, couples, and families, to support them in cultivating strong Islamic identities and healthy relationships. This includes the (re)centering of one’s relationship with Allah as a core principle in addressing both individual, and collective well-being.

Services offered

• Youth & Teen Counselling

Therapeutic approaches

• Islamic Psychology
• ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)
• SFT (Solution Focussed Therapy)
• Narrative Therapy
• Gottman Method (Couples Therapy)

Outside the counselling room

Digital islamic-inspired art, All things nature and outdoorsy

Role

Counsellor, BA, MSc. Psyc

Languages

English

Focus areas

Marriage & RelationshipsYouth & TeensSpiritual & Faith Concerns