Program

ASPIRE Counselling

Affordable, Culturally Responsive Counselling — Here When You’re Ready.

Our counsellors are familiar with Muslim cultures and values. We offer affordable, compassionate mental health support in a space that feels safe, respectful and easy to start.

Connect With a CounsellorCall 1-866-248-3868
ASPIRE Counselling
Phone1-866-248-3868 WhatsApp289-406-0102 Emailcounselling@muslimfoodbank.com

Meet Our Counsellors

A team of registered, licensed counsellors offering support in many languages.

Ihab Darwiche

Ihab Darwiche

MACP, CCC, RP-Q · English, Arabic, Spanish

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Negar Dean

Negar Dean

MACP, RP, EMDR-trained · English, Farsi, Urdu, Hindi

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Areas of Support

Common reasons people reach out — though no concern is too small.

  • Trauma, anxiety, depression and eating concerns
  • Stress, anger and emotional overwhelm
  • Migration and newcomer experiences
  • Identity and family-of-origin struggles
  • Addictions and coping habits
  • Healthy boundaries and communication
  • Grief, loss and major life changes
  • Relationships, couples and family conflict
  • Surviving abuse, violence and trauma
  • Children and youth support

What to Expect

Sessions are shaped around you. They may include talking through your concerns, learning practical stress-management tools, communication support, mindfulness techniques, trauma-informed care and solution-focused approaches.

Modalities Used

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT)
  • Internal Family Systems
  • Life Skills Coaching
  • Mindfulness
  • Narrative Therapy
  • Person-Centred Therapy
  • Solution-Focused Therapy
  • Somatic Approaches

Affordability & Payment Options

We offer flexible counselling options so cost doesn’t get in the way of getting support. Reduced rates, subsidized options, sliding-scale fees and free sessions are available for those who qualify.

Extended health benefits are accepted, though direct billing is not currently offered. If cost is a barrier, tell us — we will work with you to find a way forward.

Frequently Asked Questions

No referral is required — simply write “no referral” on the registration form.

Yes. Many of our clients are first-timers, and we guide you throughout the process.

Contact our team to explore your options — there’s no commitment to get started.

Yes, though we do not currently offer direct billing.

English, Arabic, Kurdish, Farsi, Dari and Spanish, with others available upon request.

Our approach is inclusive and client-centred, and we respect all beliefs, cultures and backgrounds.

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How to Get Started

Reach out and a member of our team will guide you from here — with care, confidentiality and no judgment.

1-866-248-3868 counselling@muslimfoodbank.com
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