I'm Muhammad, a qualified and experienced counsellor dedicated to helping you navigate life’s challenges. I specialise in providing online counselling sessions tailored to your unique needs, ensuring you feel supported every step of the way.

My approach is rooted in compassion, understanding, and creating a space where you can share openly. With experience across diverse roles, I offer a culturally sensitive and client-focused perspective. 

To learn more about my qualifications, experiences, and counselling approach, simply scroll down. 

My Qualifications

• MA Integrative Counselling - Leeds Beckett University 

• BSc Psychology with Counselling - University of Huddersfield 

• Level 1 Islamic Psychology and Counselling - Al Balagh Academy

• Community Grief Training - Cruse Bereavement Care 

My academic journey has deepened my understanding of psychological principles and therapeutic practices, equipping me with the tools to help clients effectively. 

Counselling Experience

• Online Counselling with Talk Changes 

I currently deliver online counselling sessions at Talk Changes.

• In-Person Counselling at Platform 1, Huddersfield 

For the past two years, I have been counselling at Platform 1, providing support to clients from diverse backgrounds and addressing a range of issues. 

• Counselling Placement at HMP Leeds 

I completed a counselling placement at HMP Leeds, where I gained valuable experience working with individuals facing complex challenges within a secure environment

These experiences enable me to adapt my approach to meet the unique needs of every client. 

My Approach to Counselling 

Key Principles of My Counselling Approach

• Holistic and Integrative: Tailored to your needs, using a blend of therapeutic models.

• Culturally Aware: Respecting and honouring your cultural background and values.

• Religiously Sensitive: Honouring your spiritual beliefs and practices in the counselling process. 

• Client-Centred: Empowering you to lead the way in your healing process.

• Confidential and Non-Judgmental: Providing a safe, private space for open conversation.

Workshops

I’m passionate about merging Islamic teachings with mental health practices to help individuals find peace, solace, and resilience. 

My workshop, "Finding Solace in the Quran and Prophetic Tradition," provides practical insights on how the Quran and Prophetic wisdom can offer emotional strength, guidance, and comfort in challenging times. 

Delivered as both a one-off lecture and a series, this workshop empowers Muslims to connect their faith with mental well-being for lasting impact. 

Over the years, I have delivered this workshop both as a one-off lecture and as a series at various institutions and organisations, including:

• University of Huddersfield 

• Leeds Beckett University

• Mind (Mental Health Charity)

• The Muslim Lived Experience Network (MLXN) – You can view the workshop delivered for MLXN here

Community Engagement 

• Collaborative Initiatives: I partner with local organisations and faith communities to promote mental health awareness, using Islamic values of compassion, patience, and peace to foster emotional and spiritual resilience.

• Faith Advisor Role: As a Faith Advisor at the University of Huddersfield, I offer spiritual guidance to students, providing a faith-based approach to navigating life's challenges.

• Imam Role: As an Imam, I lead prayers, offer pastoral care, and deliver sermons, blending spiritual leadership with counselling to help individuals on their journey of personal growth.