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EDUCATIOn
Masters in Clinical Mental Health Counseling
University of the Cumberlands
Masters in ADVANCED Islamic Studies
(In progress)
The Islamic Seminary of America
About Anika
Anika believes that God is at the center of our existence, and healing requires aligning our hearts and minds toward God. While Anika specializes in working with the Muslim community and the unique challenges that they face living in the West such as cultural adjustment, systemic oppression, and religious trauma. She also enjoys working with diverse cultural populations and exploring their distinct identity and cultural heritage.
Many of Anika's clients have experienced complex traumas as a result of dysfunctional relationships with their parents, siblings, spouses, in-laws, children, and coworkers. Complex problems require complex solutions and a culturally-competent professional who understands the different aspects of a person and their environment.
In today's generation, it can be challenging to find a balance between traditional and modern cultural values, especially within the current sociopolitical climate. Oftentimes we are searching to feel understood, be emotionally supported, and feel seen and heard without having to worry about explaining everything.
Additionally, Anika has worked as a graphic designer for over 10 years serving Muslim businesses and organizations and incorporates traditional Islamic aesthetics to create modern forms of visual dawah.
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EXPERIENCE
2023+
LPC at the center for integrative psychiatry
Provided culturally-competent and Islamically-integrated counseling services for individuals, couples, and families.
2021-2022
LPC-A at The Impact Counselors
Provided culturally-competent counseling services for individuals, couples, and families.
2020-2021
Counseling Intern at the Irving Family Advocacy Center
Provided counseling services for victims of domestic violence, crime, and complex traumas in family, couple, and individual therapy settings.
2019
Intern at Stanford Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences’ Muslim Mental Health Lab
Worked with Dr. Rania Awaad collecting research material to create the first Muslim Mental Health Library.
2018
FoundeD Sukoon Circles
Founded Sukoon Circles, a with the aim to provide culturally-competent counseling services and increase mental health awareness within the Muslim community.