Accredited Mental Health Social Worker / Expert In Complexity / Psychotherapist / Pregnancy and Parenting Attachment Consultant | Cultural and Linguistically Diverse Training Facilitator

Zakiyyah has journeyed alongside some of the most vulnerable members of the global community over the last 20 years; women and their families who had been victims and survivors of domestic and family violence, prostitution, alcohol and drug related problems, rape, abuse, refugees and asylum seekers, those who had experienced FGM, those afflicted with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and also those who had been pregnant, birthed and parented in some of the most difficult situations imaginable.

Zakiyyah’s passions are studying and living within a social justice framework. This has led to her obtaining a wide range of experience and qualifications which enhance her holistic practice.

Zakiyyah has spoken at many conferences including the World Association for Infant Mental Health Conference, Helen Mayo House, CAPEA – Child and Parenting Educators of Australia and the Australian Breastfeeding Association. From a holistic foundation Zakiyyah utilises an eclectic mix of Focused Practice Strategies to meet each clients individual needs.

I am a Mental Health Clinician. It has become a great passion of mine to work alongside clients to help them identify their own values, qualities and strengths. I also believe in assisting clients through a strengths based perspective to acknowledge their own history and the part it plays within their journey. I provide a space for clients that is safe and judgement free, where they are able to explore said journey and decide the path they would like to take towards their future.

I have a Bachelors of Social Work, with practical experience in anxiety, depression, trauma, stress management and emotional regulation. I have worked with both young people and adults, specializing within Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities to encourage social connections and identify complex needs to support the wellbeing of clients.

Assisting clients to build confidence within themselves to achieve their goals at a pace they are comfortable with is my no. 1 goal, and it’s a pleasure to be there for all the steppingstones they may face along the way. Feel free to get in contact for any further questions!