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Rehana Rafiq
Registered Social Worker
Anxiety & Stress Depression Mood Disorders Trauma Discrimination & islamophobia
Experience
41+ years
Speaks
English, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi
Nur Ambreen Ihsanullah
Transformational Therapist, Healer and Soul Guide
Relationship Issues Grief and Loss Spirituality Childhood Trauma Mental health & trauma therapy
Experience
31+ years
Speaks
Punjabi, English, Hindi, Urdu
Ferzana Jamani
Registered Therapeutic Counsellor & Educator
Anxiety & Stress Depression Grief and Loss Anger Management Mood Disorders
Experience
28+ years
Speaks
English, Gujarati
Sam Ezzatilord
Ph.D., FSMB, MA, RCC, CCC – Registered Clinical Counsellor & Canadian Certified Counsellor
Anxiety & Stress Depression Family counseling Career and Work-Related Issues PTSD
Experience
25+ years
Speaks
English, Persian
Sahar Talaat Elbassiony
Trauma-informed Integrative Body Psychotherapist
Relationship Issues Family counseling Self-Esteem Personal Development Trauma
Experience
24+ years
Speaks
English, Arabic
Enas Mashal
Clinical Psychologist
Anxiety & Stress Depression Divorce or Separation Panic Disorder Trauma
Experience
21+ years
Speaks
Arabic, English
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64 USD /session
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96 USD /session
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144 USD /session
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220 USD /session
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80 USD /session
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- 2-3 years of experience therapists
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120 USD /session
Billed amount 120 USD
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Who are the best Muslim therapists in Chicago?
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How do I find a Muslim therapist in Chicago?
Shifa Therapy helps you find and connect with a Muslim therapist in Chicago. Explore a diverse list of licensed, certified, and experienced male and female Muslim therapists on Shifa Therapy. Use helpful filters to choose your desired therapist, book your session, and consult online.
What is Shifa Therapy?
Shifa Therapy connects Muslims with licensed therapists, psychologists, and counselors through online therapy and counseling sessions.
How does Shifa Therapy work?
Shifa Therapy allows you to choose a licensed therapist, book an online session, and receive professional support from the comfort of your home.
How much does therapy at Shifa Therapy cost?
Shifa Therapy offers flexible and affordable plans, with sessions starting as low as USD 64.
Is Shifa Therapy secure?
Shifa Therapy s a 100% private and confidential platform you can trust for secure online therapy sessions.
Who can use Shifa Therapy?
Shifa Therapy is for all Muslims seeking mental health support online, offering therapy for individuals and couples of all ages and genders.
Are all therapists at Shifa Therapy licensed and qualified?
Yes, all therapists at Shifa Therapy are licensed and qualified professionals, ensuring you receive expert mental health support.
Do you allow session cancellations?
Yes, session cancellations are allowed if certain conditions are met. Please review our cancellation policy for details.
Do you allow refunds?
Yes, refunds are provided under certain conditions. Please check our refund policy for details.
Find the right Muslim therapist in Chicago
Chicago and the surrounding metropolitan area are home to one of the largest Muslim communities in the United States, with estimates ranging from roughly 300,000 to 500,000 Muslims across the region. This means Muslims make up approximately 11% to 18% of Chicago’s total population, making the city one of the most significant Muslim population centers in the country.
From Devon Avenue to the southwest suburbs, generations of Muslims have built families, businesses, mosques, and community spaces across the city. Yet despite this strong presence, many Muslims in Chicago still struggle to find mental health support that truly understands their faith, values, and lived experience.
For many, the hesitation isn’t about therapy itself. It’s about who they’ll be sitting across from. Concerns about being misunderstood, judged, or having to justify Islamic beliefs often delay people from getting help when they need it most.
Shifa Therapy exists to remove that barrier. We connect Muslims in Chicago with licensed Muslim therapists, psychologists, and counselors who understand both mental health and Islamic values.
A large Muslim community. A real need for faith-aligned care.
The Chicago metropolitan area is home to hundreds of thousands of Muslims, making it one of the largest Muslim populations in the country. With such a diverse community, immigrants, second-generation Muslims, converts, students, professionals, and families, mental health needs are wide-ranging.
Yet research and community reports consistently show that Muslims are less likely to seek professional mental health support, often due to stigma, lack of culturally competent providers, or fear that therapy will conflict with faith.
This gap leaves many people trying to cope alone.
Shifa Therapy helps bridge that gap by offering therapy that respects Islamic beliefs while remaining clinically sound and professionally grounded.
Licensed Muslim therapists serving Chicago residents
Shifa Therapy works with trusted male and female Muslim therapists who are licensed to support clients in Chicago, Illinois. All sessions are conducted online, allowing Chicago residents to access care without long travel times or schedule disruptions.
Our therapists work with individuals, couples, and families, offering a private and confidential space for reflection, healing, and growth. Care is informed by psychological training while remaining sensitive to Islamic ethics, spirituality, and cultural context.
Support areas include:
- Emotional stress, anxiety, and low mood.
- Relationship and marital concerns.
- Family and intergenerational challenges.
- Life transitions, identity questions, and burnout.
- Coping skills grounded in self-awareness and faith.
- Guidance that respects Islamic values without judgment.
This is therapy where you don’t have to translate your faith before being understood.
Why online therapy works
Chicago life can be demanding. Long commutes, unpredictable weather, work pressure, and family responsibilities often leave little room for self-care. Online therapy removes many of the practical barriers that prevent people from starting.
With Shifa Therapy, Chicago residents can attend secure, private sessions from home, without sacrificing quality or confidentiality. Online care allows flexibility while maintaining professional standards, making it easier to stay consistent with therapy even during busy seasons of life.
Muslim population in Chicago
Chicago is home to a thriving Muslim community, with over 300,000 Muslims residing across the city and nearby suburbs. The community includes diverse ethnic backgrounds such as South Asians, Arabs, African Americans, and immigrants from Eastern Europe and Africa.
Chicago Muslims are actively involved in civic life, cultural programs, and interfaith initiatives, creating a supportive environment for those seeking faith-sensitive mental health care.
Neighborhoods and areas with large Muslim communities
Muslims in Chicago are concentrated in neighborhoods like Bridgeport, Uptown, Devon Avenue, and parts of South and West Side communities. Suburbs like Skokie, Oak Brook, and Naperville also have significant Muslim populations.
These areas are known for their halal markets, Islamic centers, community events, and culturally rich businesses, making them ideal hubs for connecting with therapists who understand both faith and culture.
Mosques and Islamic centers in Chicago
Chicago has numerous mosques and Islamic centers providing spiritual guidance, educational programs, and social support. Some key institutions include:
- Islamic Center of Chicago (Near West Side): One of the largest and oldest mosques in the Midwest, offering prayer services, community programs, and counseling.
- Masjid Al-Faatir (Uptown): Provides daily prayers, youth programs, and family support services.
- Devon Avenue Mosques (Edgewater & Rogers Park): Central to South Asian and Middle Eastern Muslim communities with educational and social outreach.
- ISNA Chicago (Skokie): Headquarters for the Islamic Society of North America, hosting events, classes, and interfaith initiatives.
- Masjid Al-Taqwa (South Side): Active in local community support and youth engagement programs.
These centers often host programs related to mental wellness, cultural integration, and faith-sensitive guidance, creating opportunities for therapy to be culturally aligned.
Muslim schools and educational institutions
Chicago offers several Islamic schools that integrate academic learning with religious and cultural education. Examples include:
- Iqra Academy (Skokie): Provides Qur’an memorization, Islamic studies, and academic excellence.
- Darul Uloom Chicago (Bridgeview): Focused on traditional Islamic scholarship and youth development.
- Universal School of Chicago (Uptown): Offers a balanced curriculum of academics and Islamic education.
- Al-Falah Academy (Skokie & West suburbs): Supports family engagement and character-building alongside formal schooling.
Therapy for children and teens from these schools is often tailored to help navigate academic, social, and religious challenges.
Landmarks and culturally significant areas
Several Chicago neighborhoods and landmarks are central to Muslim life and culture:
- Devon Avenue (Edgewater & Rogers Park): Famous for halal restaurants, Middle Eastern and South Asian shops, and cultural events.
- Bridgeport (South Side): Growing Muslim community with mosques and community centers.
- Uptown Neighborhood: Home to mosques, youth programs, and culturally diverse businesses.
- Skokie & Oak Brook Suburbs: Suburban hubs with schools, Islamic centers, and cultural associations.
Mental health challenges Muslims in Chicago often face
Muslims in Chicago experience many of the same pressures as other city residents, but often with additional layers tied to culture, faith, and community expectations.
Common concerns include:
- Chronic stress related to work, finances, and family responsibilities.
- Anxiety linked to performance pressure or uncertainty.
- Emotional exhaustion or feeling disconnected.
- Marital and relationship strain.
- Grief, migration-related loss, or separation from family.
- Balancing Islamic values with modern urban life.
- Faith-related guilt, doubt, or internal conflict.
- Experiences of discrimination or Islamophobia.
Connecting with Islamic therapists in Chicago
Many residents want to work with professionals who are aware of faith and cultural nuances. Shifa Therapy can help you find Islamic therapists in Chicago who bring understanding of religion, culture, and daily life challenges into therapy sessions.
How Shifa Therapy can help
People seek therapy for different reasons. Some are in distress. Others simply want clarity, balance, or healthier ways to cope. Shifa Therapy offers care that supports:
- Emotional regulation and stress management.
- Healthier communication and relationships.
- Processing grief and life changes.
- Building resilience and coping skills.
- Exploring identity and values in a faith-aligned way.
Seeking help is not a failure of iman. It is an act of responsibility toward your mental and emotional well-being.
Muslim therapist in Chicago for faith-sensitive care
If you are looking for a Muslim therapist in Chicago, Shifa Therapy connects you with licensed professionals who understand both your mental health needs and Islamic values. Our therapists provide a safe, confidential space where you can speak openly without having to explain your faith or cultural background.
Language and culture-aware therapy
Shifa Therapy also supports South Asian Muslim communities in Chicago. If you are looking for Pakistani therapists in Chicago or Urdu speaking therapists in Chicago, we have professionals who speak this language and understand the unique family, cultural, and faith-related dynamics that can affect mental health.
Couples and family support
Couples in neighborhoods like Edgewater, IL, can access couples counseling in Edgewater, IL through Shifa Therapy. Our therapists provide guidance that respects both cultural expectations and Islamic values, helping partners communicate better and navigate life challenges together.
Begin your path to peace and understanding
If you’re looking for a Muslim therapist in Chicago, Shifa Therapy offers a space where your emotional struggles and spiritual values are both respected.
You can book a session online or message us on WhatsApp at +1 226 828 9306 to begin. Our licensed Muslim therapists serving Chicago provide confidential, faith-aligned online care designed around your needs.
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