Anxiety
When your thoughts race and calm feels out of reach, you do not have to sit with it alone.
Counselling for women and teenagers
Muslim Teenager Counsellor & CBT Practitioner
A thoughtful space for women and teenage girls.
Faith-sensitive counselling for Muslim women and teenagers across the UK. Explore what’s on your mind in a respectful space, at a pace that feels right for you.
Confidential Compassionate Non-judgemental
Private & confidential
Online counselling available
If any of this feels familiar
Are you disappearing behind a smile?
Are you facing any of these?
Stress
The pressure of everyday responsibilities can quietly build up until everything feels heavy.
Relationship struggles
Family, marriage and friendship tensions can leave you feeling stretched and misunderstood.
Grief & bereavement
Loss looks different for everyone, and there is no right way or timeline for how you feel.
Low self-esteem
When you are hard on yourself, it can be difficult to see your own worth clearly.
Feeling unheard
Sometimes you simply need one place where your voice matters and you are truly listened to.
Family & Inheritance Matters
A supportive space to explore inheritance concerns, family rights and the feelings around them.
Marriage, Divorce & Separation
Compassionate support through marriage difficulties, separation, divorce and their emotional challenges.
Other Personal & Family Challenges
A place to talk through sensitive personal, family or life challenges not covered above.
A space to be understood
You’re not “overthinking”.
You may simply be
overwhelmed.
A mind that never rests, replaying every conversation, worrying about what others think, or feeling emotionally exhausted can be difficult to carry alone.
You deserve a safe space where you can talk,
be heard and understood.
Why choose MK Counselling
A Safe Space to Be Heard
Counselling for women and teenage girls, grounded in professional training and offered with warmth, care and understanding.
Confidential
Your conversations take place in a private and respectful environment.
Non-Judgemental
A space where you can speak openly without fear of criticism.
Compassionate
Support that recognises your individual experiences and circumstances.
Islamically Sensitive
Counselling informed by professional training alongside a deep background in Islamic education.
About Maryam
Meet Maryam
Maryam is a trained Counselling & CBT Practitioner who provides compassionate emotional support to women and teenage girls.
She holds an Alimah qualification and has over 20 years of experience teaching the Qur’an, Hadith and Islamic studies.
Her extensive background in Islamic education, combined with her counselling training, allows her to offer support that is both psychologically informed and sensitive to Islamic values.
Maryam aims to provide a safe, understanding and non-judgemental space where women and teenage girls can explore their emotions, navigate challenges and develop greater clarity, confidence and emotional wellbeing.
Alongside emotional and psychological support, Maryam offers a compassionate, faith-sensitive space for women and teenage girls to discuss personal struggles, family matters, marriage and separation, divorce, inheritance concerns, and questions about Islamic values in everyday life.
20+ YearsIslamic Education
Experience
Experience
CBTPractitioner
Professional Counselling
Training
Professional Counselling
Training
Women &
Teenage GirlsSpecialist Focus
Teenage GirlsSpecialist Focus
Counselling Support
How I Can Support You
Every person’s experience is different. Support is shaped around what you are going through, at a pace that feels right for you.
Anxiety & Stress
Support with overwhelming thoughts, worry and emotional pressure.
Relationships
Explore relationship challenges, communication and emotional patterns.
Grief & Bereavement
A compassionate space to process loss and difficult emotions.
Low Self-Esteem
Build greater self-awareness, confidence and self-understanding.
Emotional Overwhelm
Develop healthier ways of understanding and managing difficult emotions.
Teenage Girls
A safe, supportive environment for teenage girls navigating emotional and personal challenges.
A Gentle, Clear Process
How Counselling Works
There is no pressure and no rush. Here is what you can expect, step by step.
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01 Initial Conversation
We begin with an initial conversation to understand what has brought you to counselling and what you would like support with.
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02 Understanding Your Needs
Together, we explore your thoughts, emotions, experiences and patterns of thinking or behaviour.
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03 Agreeing on Goals
We identify what you would like to work towards and agree on realistic goals that are meaningful to you.
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04 Exploring & Developing New Strategies
Depending on your needs, sessions may include exploring different perspectives, relationship dynamics, healthier coping strategies and CBT-based tools where appropriate.
You don’t have to figure
everything out alone.
If you’re unsure whether counselling is right for you, you’re welcome to get in touch and ask any questions before you decide.
Get in touch
Reach Out for Support
We are here to listen and support you on your journey. Whether you are a teenage girl or a woman seeking clarity, our safe and professional environment is ready to help.
Answers to common questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is counselling suitable for?
Counselling can offer a supportive space for women and teenage girls who would like to talk through concerns, emotions or experiences. You are welcome to ask questions first to see whether the service feels right for you.
Do you offer counselling for teenage girls?
Yes. Counselling is available for teenage girls as well as women. Please get in touch to discuss what support may be suitable and how sessions can be arranged.
Do you offer online counselling?
Yes. Online counselling is available across the UK. You can ask about the format and practical details during a free 15-minute phone consultation.
Where are in-person sessions available?
In-person counselling is available in Glasgow. Get in touch to ask about the location and arranging a session.
How much does a session cost?
The first session is £35, and subsequent sessions are £45 per session. A free 15-minute phone consultation is also available before you decide whether to book.
How long is a counselling session?
Please get in touch to confirm session length when arranging your appointment. You can ask any practical questions during the free 15-minute phone consultation.
What happens during the first session?
The first session is a chance to talk about what has brought you to counselling and what you would like support with. You can share at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
Is counselling confidential?
Conversations are treated as private and handled with care. Maryam can explain confidentiality and any relevant limits before you begin, so you can make an informed choice.
Can I have a consultation before booking a session?
Yes. You can arrange a free 15-minute phone consultation to ask questions and find out more before deciding whether to book a session. There is no pressure to commit.
You deserve a space where you can be heard.
Taking the first step doesn’t mean you have to have everything figured out.