Najwa Awad, LCSWC, PMHC

Najwa Awad, LCSWC, PMHC Psychotherapist, EMDR Provider, Author

Helping Muslims heal, grow and thrive after adversity.

Najwa is a psychotherapist, certified perinatal mental health specialist and organizational mental health consultant that has provided services to individuals and families in the Baltimore-Washington metropolitan area for over 15 years. She has a private practice that offers psychotherapy to women and children, and specializes in treating depression, anxiety, trauma and family conflict. Her experience in the field is diverse and includes providing services at group homes, Islamic schools, public schools and in the foster care system. In addition to giving regular workshops in the community, Najwa is also Fellow at the Yaqeen Institute for Islamic Research in which she authors publications on the intersectionality of Islam and mental health.

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Amanah Family Counseling offers a faith-based, trauma-informed space for emotional growth and resilience.

Aqsa, psychotherapy intern (Maryland only), provides compassionate, evidence-informed counseling for stress, anxiety, and depression. Her approach integrates faith, reflection, and practical coping strategies to help clients find balance and stability.

Rania, certified coach (available worldwide), offers personalized coaching for teens and young adults focused on building confidence, emotional insight, and purposeful decision-making rooted in values.

💻 Virtual sessions available
🤍 Reduced and accessible rates

At Amanah Family Counseling, healing begins with understanding and grows through intention and care.

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Reminders and dua’as to save for the days your heart needs reminding.

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Najwa Awad (LCSW-C) is a psychotherapist in private practice who is passionate about helping others heal, grow, and thrive after adversity. She has over a decade of experience providing counseling to children, adults, and families. Najwa also enjoys writing articles and giving workshops to destigmatize mental illness and address current mental health issues within the Muslim community.

Najwa is also fellow at the Yaqeen Institue for Islamic Research and a Steering Committee Member at UMMAH (United for Muslim Mental Advocacy & Health: A grassroots initiative to de-stigmatize mental illness and address the mental health needs of Muslim communities). Services are available in her Maryland office and online. Please visit www.amanahcounseling.com for more details.