MEET THE team

Samiyah Zawawi
Co-founder, Registered Psychotherapist
My practice is trauma-informed, and incorporates various techniques from Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Attachment-based techniques. In addition, my work experience with youth has provided the opportunity of incorporating creative mediums in session which include expressive art.
In person and virtual services provided.
Education & CERTIFICATIONS:
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Master’s in Educational Counselling - University of Ottawa
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Registered Psychotherapist
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Canadian Certified Counsellor
LANGUAGE
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English
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Spanish
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Arabic

Wala’a Farahat
Co-founder, Registered Psychotherapist
My approach is holistic, trauma-informed, and incorporates Somatic Experiencing, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Narrative Therapy. I also draw from various therapeutic techniques to ensure my services are client centered and tailored to your needs. I am passionate about play therapy and the power of play, and am a member of the Canadian Association for Play Therapy.
In person and virtual services provided.
Education & CERTIFICATIONS:
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Master’s in Counselling and Spirituality - Saint Paul University
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Registered Psychotherapist
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3 Level training with the Canadian Association for Play Therapy
LANGUAGE
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English
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Arabic

Amana Halawa
Qualifying Registered Psychotherapist
My approach incorporates various techniques from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy and Emotion-Focused Therapy. Additionally, my education and work experience has well positioned me to provide spiritually oriented therapy. I have a passion for working with clients from all walks of life, I prioritize cultivating a space for my clients to feel heard and understood throughout their therapeutic journey.
Only virtual services provided.
Education & CERTIFICATIONS:
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Master’s in Counselling Psychology
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Counselling from an Islamic Theoretical Orientation
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Continuing education certificates in Traditionally Islamically Intergraded Psychotherapy
LANGUAGE
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English
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French

Getrude Adiele
Registered Social Worker
My approach to treatment necessitates therapeutic alliance, which encourages the mutual development of therapy goals. I use the family systems theory as a grounding modality based on the premise that most adult challenges are deeply rooted in childhood experiences. I recognize that no one approach is ideal for every Individual. Therefore, I draw from different clinical modalities like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, Person-centered approach, and biopsychosocial approach trauma-focused therapy. I have amassed training and experience in trauma, abuse, and addiction. I have experience working with BIPOC families and communities, facilitating family reunification.
Only virtual services provided.
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Education & CERTIFICATIONS:
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Master's in Clinical Social work
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Registered Social worker with CASW, OCSWSSW and ACSW
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Certified training on Grief, Trauma and Strengthening families together
LANGUAGE
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English
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Igbo

Nadeen almubarak
Registered Psychotherapist
I approach psychotherapy from a collaborative point of view, with a focus on establishing a strong and transparent relationship with my clients, using different modalities, including Narrative Therapy, Trauma-informed Therapy, and Attachment-based techniques. I am committed to supporting clients in exploring and creating new narratives for their stories, ones that fit more closely with their goals in life.
In person and virtual services provided.
Education & CERTIFICATIONS:
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Master’s in Counselling Psychology -University of Ottawa
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Registered Psychotherapist
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Certified in ASIST (Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training)
LANGUAGE
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English
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Arabic

Ayaan islam
Administrative Assistant
I am starting my first year of the BSc Biomedical Science program at the University of Ottawa this fall. I am very excited to be working with Rubiks Counselling Services as I will have the opportunity to support the delivery of mental health services in my community. I am passionate about ending the stigma around mental health and providing accessible mental health services to individuals from diverse backgrounds. In my free time I enjoy finding new places to eat, working out and spending time with my friends and family.
Education & CERTIFICATIONS:
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Ontario Secondary School Diploma 2021
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Ontario Scholar & Silver Medal Recipient
LANGUAGE
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English
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French