Shahirah is psychologist who believes therapy works best when it’s authentic. Bringing her own lived experience as a late-diagnosed neurodivergent clinician, she offers a relatable, “real-talk” approach to mental health. Whether she’s working with children and youth 6yrs+ or adults, Shahirah provides neuroaffirming, trauma-informed care. She creates a collaborative space where clients—and their families—can process life’s complexities and build genuine resilience.
A Safe Space for Diverse Identities
Social justice isn’t just a buzzword for Shahirah; it’s the heartbeat of her practice. She is deeply committed to providing inclusive mental health support.
She specialises in working with:
· BIPOC communities.
· LGBTQIA+ and gender-diverse individuals.
· Neurodivergent folk looking for a neuroaffirming therapeutic experience.
Clinical Areas of Interest
Shahirah provides evidence-based support across a broad range of presentations, including:
· Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ADHD and Autism support.
· Trauma & Stress: Specialised care for PTSD and stressor-related disorders.
· Anxiety & Depression: Managing mood disorders with a client-centred lens.
· Eating Disorders: Support for body image concerns and CBT-E interventions.
· Interpersonal Dynamics: Navigating family and relationship challenges.
Evidence-Based Therapeutic Approaches
No two brains are the same, which is why Shahirah utilises an eclectic and flexible toolkit. She tailors every session to the individual, drawing from:
· Schema Therapy (ST)
· Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
· Enhanced Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT-E)
· Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
· Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
· Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
· Eye Movement Desensitisation & Reprocessing (EMDR)
· Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT)
Commitment to Growth
Shahirah views herself as a lifelong learner. By engaging in constant professional development and clinical supervision, she ensures her clients benefit from the most current, evidence-based psychological practices available.
