Resilient Gaza Community Response Initiative
معلش تحزن. الحياة بتصير احسن
We Provide Education & Healing Circles for Muslim Communities with Licensed Therapists
Emerge Stronger is devoted to fortifying mental health support within Muslim communities through community wellness & guidance. This targeted program is meticulously designed for religious leaders with the intention of deepening their insight into psycho-social issues that are particularly prevalent among Muslims in America, with a special focus on addressing the mental health consequences stemming from the Gaza Genocide.
Our program encompasses:
- Healing Circles for Muslim Communities: Conducted both online and in-person, these sessions serve as a dedicated space for Muslim individuals to gather, share their stories, and engage in a collective healing process.
- Educational Workshops, Seminars, and Events for Religious Leaders: We provide a carefully selected range of educational experiences aimed at empowering religious leaders with the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively confront mental health issues within their communities, with content tailored to the unique needs of Muslims.
- Gaza-Specific Trauma Training: Our comprehensive 6-8 hour individual training sessions are specifically designed to equip participants with the ability to adeptly navigate the intricate psycho-social challenges faced by American Muslims, especially those directly affected by the trauma resulting from the Gaza genocide.
This detailed program is developed with understanding of the significant impact of trauma, grief, & related mental health issues on individuals and communities, particularly within the Muslim population. Our aim is to cultivate understanding, resilience, and healing for Muslims in their day to day life, and those impacted by the dire situation in Gaza. We’re committed to promoting a well-informed and empathetic response. Join us in our commitment to assisting Muslim communities in overcoming these challenging times with dignity and comprehensive support.
Meet Your Counselors, Educators & Mental Health Aids
Hiba Khan, LMSW, LCDC
Hiba Khan, LMSW, LCDC, and co-founder of Conscience Conduit & Emerge Stronger, leads Balanced Humility with expertise in trauma and addiction. Her clinical acumen, compassion, and commitment to inclusivity are reshaping behavioral health care. Hiba is renowned for her ability to handle complex cases through evidence-based interventions and crisis management, promoting healing and stability. Fluent in multiple languages, including Urdu (Hindi), she advocates for diversity and ensures that individuals from all backgrounds feel understood and valued. Specializing in therapies such as Exposure Therapies, ACT, and Dialectical Behavior Skills training, Hiba provides personalized care focused on trauma healing and recovery. Her dedication to patient well-being and creating supportive environments for marginalized groups highlights her significant impact on the advancement of behavioral health.
Services & Resources
Does Your Community Need Support?
We Offer Specialty Trauma Support, Counseling Services & Education
Let Us Set Up a Licensed Counselor Led Support Group
Recognizing the diverse needs within our communities, we are eager to establish specialty healing circles and education, tailored to specific circumstances or locations. If you’re seeking specialized support for sufferings caused by conflict or wish for a group to be set up in your area for this or similar instances, we invite you to apply. Our aim is to create environments conducive to healing, molded by the specific needs and experiences of those we serve. Applications open to those we serve.
Apply for a Speciality Support Group HERE
Additional Muslim Specific Resources
M.A.P.S. Muslim Association for Psychological Services
MAPS, founded by three counselors, aims to bridge the mental health gap in the Muslim community by providing access to licensed Muslim counselors in DFW, enhancing cultural competency in local organizations, and offering peer support and professional development for Muslim counselors through education and training. Click to learn more at mapsnetwork.org
Texas Domestic Shelters
DomesticShelters.org makes it simple to find the services and resources that victims and survivors of domestic violence need. We provide the largest searchable database of programs and shelters in the U.S. and Canada and an extensive library of resources. DomesticShelters.org strives to be the catalyst that those experiencing abuse need to for positive change. Click to learn more at domesticshelters.org/help/tx
Safa Institute Austin Texas
The Safa Institute, initiated by members of the Nueces Mosque in Austin, TX, was established to support young Muslims who struggle to access mental health services. With a commitment to assisting our Muslim brothers and sisters, our mission is to enhance the connection between young adult Muslims and mental health providers in Austin. We achieve this through comprehensive research on community needs, educating therapists and professionals with our insights, developing services tailored for Muslims seeking assistance, and providing financial support for therapy to those in need. Our efforts are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment where mental well-being is accessible to all within our community. Click to learn more at safainstitute.org
Texas Muslim Womens Foundation
Founded in 2005, the Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation empowers and supports women and families through culturally-sensitive, trauma-informed, and holistic programs aimed at promoting peace and well-being in diverse communities, with a special understanding of Muslim family needs, yet inclusive of all, regardless of age, race, religion, gender, or orientation. Click to learn more at tmwf.org
The Impact Counselors
The Impact Counselors expertly address challenges unique to dual-identity individuals, including pressures and stigmas. We navigate family attachment traumas, manage depression and anxiety in multicultural settings, assist with career decisions, offer grief counseling, tackle social media-driven insecurities, and support those facing substance use issues. Fluent in English, Spanish, Arabic, Urdu, Punjabi, Hindi, Pashto, and Dari, our team provides culturally sensitive care to diverse backgrounds, ensuring tailored, compassionate support. Click to learn more at theimpactcounselors.com