Neelma Zafar

Therapist

Offers Online Sessions

LCSW

Female

Hi, my name is Neelma Zafar. The stigma in many cultures around mental health can be debilitating. I believe that no matter what background you are coming from, your mental and emotional health should be made as much of a priority as your physical health. Taking the first step and asking for help can be intimidating, but I meet my clients where they are and get to know them and their strengths. My approach is trauma-focused and evidence-based therapy and I believe in empowering my clients.
I am trained in EMDR, DBT and CBT. Currently, I am working with sexually abused and sexually problematic children. I do family therapy sessions. I immigrated from Pakistan and I know personally what "trauma" is. I volunteered with refugees and worked with them on their mental health issues. I know Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi languages. I volunteer at the food pantry and daily bread soup kitchen and strongly believe in giving back to the community. I am hear to listen to my clients in a judgement-free zone in order to help them grow as a person and move past trauma.

Who might be a good fit for Neelma ?

Neelma Zafar may be well-suited to individuals who value trauma-focused and evidence-based therapy in managing the effects of past trauma and emotional challenges. Her approach integrates culturally sensitive care and family therapy, supporting clients from diverse backgrounds as they work toward healing and personal growth.

More About Neelma Zafar

Practice/Network Information

Neelma Zafar is featured on Psych Hub through our partnership with Grow Therapy.

Top Specialties

Anger Management Anxiety Child or Adolescent Mental Health Depression Family Conflict Grief Mood Disorders Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Parenting Peer Relationships Racism School Issues Self Esteem Sexual Abuse Suicidal Ideation Trauma and PTSD

Available In

Illinois

Treatment Methods

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Family Therapy

Ages Treated

School Age (6-12) Teen (13-17) Young Adult (18-39)

Identifies As

Muslim

Person of Color (POC)

Languages Spoken

English

License Information

LCSW

Insurance and Fees

Insurance or Payments Accepted

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Aetna All Savers AvMed Blue Cross Blue Shield Cigna EAP Evernorth Golden Rule Harvard Pilgrim Humana Optum Oscar Self Pay Surest (formerly Bind) Tufts United Health Care

Self-Pay Rate

$100 / Session

FAQs

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