Najwa Awad, LCSWC, PMHC

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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.

09/26/2025

Even the small everyday moments and the challenges we often take for granted are blessings that others may dream of. When we pause to appreciate them, weariness transforms into contentment and gratitude that nourishes the soul.

09/19/2025

Often attributed to Imam al-Ghazali, though its authenticity is uncertain, this quote reflects the tender truth of the soul’s struggle. Wrestling with the heart’s unrest is a beautifully painful part of being human, but the heart finds true peace only in surrender to Divine guidance.

09/12/2025

08/29/2025

Your rizq in all its forms has already been written. What is meant for you will come at the time that is best for you, inshaAllah.

08/22/2025

The older we get, the more the world imprints itself on our souls. One of the most rewarding journeys we take in life is the one that leads us back home to our hearts, to our faith, and to who we truly are.

08/15/2025

08/08/2025

When Allah takes something away, it is never without purpose, and never without replacing it with what’s better for you.

08/01/2025

It’s natural to seek fairness and to hold our relationships to high standards, but overlooking mistakes and shortcomings is part of healthy human connection. Without this understanding, a person may eventually end up with no relationships at all.

In long-term relationships, whether family, friendship, or marriage, there must be room for forgiveness, flexibility, and acceptance of human imperfection. This doesn’t mean being taken advantage of, ignoring boundaries, or becoming a doormat. It means recognizing the need for realistic expectations. Real human interactions rarely look like curated AI responses, theories in books, or whatever pop psychology is trending on social media.

The goal in relationships has never been perfection. It’s connection. And connection requires grace.

07/04/2025

SubhanAllah, we move through things we once longed for without pause, forgetting they were once heartfelt dua'as.

Picture from the children's book "A House is a House for Me" by Mary Ann Hoberman, illustrated by Betty Fraser.

Quote origin unknown.

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http://www.amanahcounseling.com/

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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.