Ms Zahra Kaneez, MSc

I provide evidence-based psychological assessment, counseling, and psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each client's unique needs, helping individuals understand their challenges, develop healthier coping strategies, and achieve meaningful personal growth. I work with clients experiencing: Anxiety disorders, panic attacks, and excessive worry, Depression and mood-related concerns, Trauma and post-traumatic stress, Obsessive-compulsive symptoms and intrusive thoughts, Stress management and burnout, Grief and loss, Low self-esteem and, confidence issues, Anger management and emotional regulation, Life transitions and adjustment difficulties, Relationship and interpersonal concerns. Couples and Marital Counseling I help couples improve communication, rebuild trust, resolve conflicts, establish healthy boundaries, strengthen emotional intimacy, and navigate challenges related to marriage, parenting, separation, or divorce. Psychological Assessment: Comprehensive psychological evaluations and psycho-diagnostic assessments are conducted to assist with diagnosis, treatment planning, educational needs, and clinical recommendations. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients identify and modify unhelpful thought patterns, regulate emotions, and develop practical coping skills that support long-term psychological well-being. Trauma-Informed Care: Therapy is delivered through a trauma-informed lens, ensuring a safe, respectful, and supportive environment where clients can process difficult experiences at their own pace. Family and Parenting Support, I provide guidance for families experiencing conflict, parenting challenges, adolescent behavioral concerns, and family relationship difficulties, promoting healthier communication and functioning. Treatment Planning and Psychoeducation: Each client receives an individualized treatment plan based on their presenting concerns and therapeutic goals. Psychoeducation is integrated throughout therapy to enhance understanding of mental health conditions and empower clients to actively participate in their recovery. Areas of Special Interest Anxiety and panic disorders Depression Trauma and complex trauma OCD and intrusive thoughts Marital and relationship difficulties Divorce and separation adjustment Family conflict and boundary setting Emotional regulation Stress and burnout Personal growth and resilience My goal is to provide a confidential, empathetic, and culturally sensitive therapeutic space where clients feel heard, supported, and empowered to create lasting positive change.