Healing with Wafa
Healing with Wafa
"Your Safe Space To Unburden, Heal & Grow."

Healing Begins In A Safe Space.

Professional counselling and trauma-informed therapy for individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, grief, abuse, stress, depression, and emotional overwhelm.

Online Sessions Worldwide Confidential & Safe Trauma-Informed Support
Wafa Sheikh - Counselling Psychologist
2000+
Therapy Sessions Conducted
About Your Therapist

Meet Wafa Sheikh

"Most people arrive carrying things they've never said aloud to anyone. That's exactly where we begin."

Wafa Sheikh is a trauma-informed counselling psychologist with a Master's in Counselling Psychology and a BSc in Clinical Psychology — and over 2,000 therapy sessions of lived, frontline experience behind her.

She has worked in deeply complex spaces: alongside social workers, lawyers, and police assistance teams, supporting survivors of domestic violence, emotional and sexual abuse, and POCSO-related cases. This isn't just clinical knowledge — it's a practitioner who has sat with real people through real pain, and found the way through with them.

What sets Wafa apart is her ability to be both things at once — clinically rigorous and genuinely warm. Clients describe her presence as "soft and strong at once." She draws from CBT, REBT, EMDR, Person-Centred Therapy, and an eclectic approach, tailoring every session to the person in front of her — not a diagnosis, not a protocol.

She works with individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, burnout, abuse recovery, and the quiet emotional weight that comes with motherhood. Clients from across India, the GCC, the UK, and the US trust her with the parts of themselves they've shown no one else.

MA Counselling Psychology
BSc Clinical Psychology
EMDR Practitioner
REBT Practitioner
CBT Practitioner
Person-Centred Therapy
Eclectic Approach
Trauma-Informed Therapist
Trauma Recovery Anxiety & Depression PTSD & EMDR Domestic Violence Emotional Abuse Stress & Burnout Support for Mothers Personal Growth Grief & Loss
What I Help With

Therapy & Support Services

Each service is delivered with full trauma-informed care, deep empathy, and a personalised approach to your unique journey.

Trauma Therapy

Safe, evidence-based support for processing traumatic experiences and building a path toward inner restoration and strength.

For Mothers

Support for Mothers

While you spend your days caring deeply for your child's world, you deserve a space that gently cares for you. A compassionate, non-judgmental space to process the emotional weight of motherhood — exhaustion, identity shifts, anxiety, loss of self, and the quiet struggles rarely spoken aloud.

Anxiety Counselling

Compassionate guidance to understand anxiety patterns, develop grounding tools, and restore a sense of calm and balance.

Depression Support

Gentle, non-judgmental guidance to help you reconnect with purpose, rediscover meaning, and find light within.

Domestic Violence Recovery

Trauma-informed support for survivors, focusing on safety, empowerment, and rebuilding a sense of self-worth.

Emotional Abuse Recovery

Recognising, processing, and reclaiming your life after emotional manipulation, gaslighting, and psychological harm.

Sexual Abuse Trauma Support

Sensitive, confidential care for survivors navigating the complex emotional aftermath of sexual trauma.

Stress & Burnout Therapy

Compassionate strategies to manage chronic stress, recover from burnout, and restore your energy and vitality.

PTSD Recovery

Evidence-based EMDR and trauma-informed approaches to process post-traumatic stress and reduce its emotional impact.

Personal Growth Therapy

Supportive therapy to deepen self-understanding, clarify your values, and live a more intentional, fulfilling life.

What Clients Say

Words From Those Who've Been Here

Shared with full consent and anonymity, in honour of each person's privacy and courage.

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★★★★★

I reached out to Wafa during one of the most difficult years of my life — adjusting to motherhood in a new country, far from family. She understood things I hadn't even said out loud yet. For the first time in a long time, I didn't feel alone in what I was carrying. She gave me a space where I could just be — without performance, without guilt.

M
Mother of two · Anonymous
Dubai, UAE
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★★★★★

I was sceptical about online therapy at first — I didn't think it could feel as real. But within the first session I felt genuinely held. Wafa has a rare ability to make you feel completely safe, seen, and never judged. I've worked through things I'd been carrying for over a decade. I'm grateful every single week.

R
Anonymous Client
Houston, Texas, USA
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★★★★★

As a mother dealing with postpartum anxiety, I felt like everyone expected me to be happy — but I was drowning. Wafa was the first person who didn't minimise what I was going through. She helped me understand that asking for support doesn't make me a bad mother. It makes me a human one. I'm a better mum because of this work.

S
New Mother · Anonymous
Abu Dhabi, UAE
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★★★★★

I came with years of unprocessed trauma from an abusive relationship. Wafa never rushed me, never made me feel like a case to be solved — she made me feel like a person worth understanding. The EMDR sessions were transformative in a way I didn't expect. I feel lighter than I have in years. Genuinely life-changing work.

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Anonymous Client
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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★★★★★

Three kids under five, a full-time job, and a marriage I was quietly losing myself in. I didn't have a name for it — I just knew something felt wrong. Wafa helped me find the words for what I was carrying, and more importantly, helped me see that I mattered too. Not just as a mother, not just as a wife — as a whole person. That shift has changed everything.

L
Mother of three · Anonymous
New York, USA

"The only step that matters is the first one."

How I Work With You

My Therapeutic Approach

Drawing from multiple evidence-based frameworks, I create a truly personalised therapeutic experience shaped around your needs.

01

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)

Together we explore the connection between your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours — identifying unhelpful patterns and replacing them with healthier, more empowering ones.

02

REBT — Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy

Gently challenging irrational beliefs that may be holding you back, and developing more balanced, compassionate perspectives toward yourself and others.

03

EMDR Therapy

Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing — a powerful, scientifically-supported method for processing traumatic memories and reducing their emotional charge.

04

Person-Centred Therapy

At the heart of everything I do. You are the expert of your own life. My role is to provide unconditional positive regard, deep empathy, and a non-judgmental presence.

05

Grief Counselling

Compassionate, unhurried support through loss — whether the loss of a loved one, a relationship, an identity, or a life chapter — at whatever pace feels right for you.

06

Eclectic Approach

Because no two people are the same. I thoughtfully blend techniques from multiple therapeutic traditions to create the most effective, personalised support for your goals.

Investment In Your Wellbeing

Session Pricing

Clear, transparent pricing for online sessions. Fully confidential, available worldwide, 45–60 minutes each.

Single Session
$200
USD per session
  • 45–60 Minute Session
  • Online Worldwide
  • Fully Confidential
  • Trauma-Informed
Enquire via WhatsApp
45–60 min · Secure payment
3 Sessions Package
$500
USD · Save $100
  • 3 × 45–60 Min Sessions
  • Online Worldwide
  • Fully Confidential
  • Flexible Scheduling
Enquire via WhatsApp
45–60 min · Secure payment
All sessions are fully confidential · Secure payment · Available worldwide
Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you may want to know before beginning your journey toward wellbeing.

Yes, absolutely. Everything shared in our sessions remains strictly confidential. Your privacy and sense of safety are fundamental to the therapeutic relationship. Confidentiality is only limited in rare circumstances involving immediate risk to life, as required by professional ethics and legal standards.
Yes. All sessions are conducted online via secure video call, making therapy accessible to clients across the globe. We will find a time that works for your schedule and time zone — wherever you are in the world.
Each session is 45–60 minutes, providing sufficient time to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a calm and unhurried space, while maintaining focus on your goals and emotional wellbeing.
I work with individuals experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression, PTSD, domestic violence, emotional abuse, sexual abuse trauma, stress, burnout, grief, and those seeking personal growth and emotional wellness. If you are unsure, please reach out — I am always happy to have an initial conversation.
This varies for each person. Many clients begin noticing positive progress within 6–8 sessions depending on their concerns, goals, and emotional wellbeing journey. Therapy is not linear — we work at your pace and review progress together regularly.
Absolutely. Supporting trauma survivors is one of my core specialisms. My entire practice is trauma-informed — your safety, agency, and emotional readiness guide every step. You will never be pushed beyond what you are comfortable with. Recovery is possible, and you deserve care.
Reach Out

Begin Your Journey Today

Take the first step. Reach out via the form or WhatsApp — there is no pressure, only a warm and safe welcome.

Send a Message

All enquiries are responded to with care and warmth, within 24 hours. You are welcome to reach out via email or WhatsApp — whichever feels most comfortable.

Sessions
Online Worldwide · All Time Zones
📍 Online Sessions Available Globally

Important: If you are facing a mental health emergency or are in immediate danger, please contact local emergency services or a crisis support helpline immediately. This website does not provide emergency crisis intervention. The information provided here is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute medical or psychological advice.

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