RAWDA TOMOUM
MS Clinical Psychology | Registered Clinical Counsellor | Canadian Certified Counsellor
A designation of
BC Association of
Clinical Counsellors
Hi there! I am so glad and proud of you for being here because it means it's been difficult for you lately, but you're still putting on a fight! Even if it feels scary or just too hard, or if you had a not-so-pleasant experience with therapy before, together, we will make sure this is a great step for you.
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I work with adults who may be struggling with depression, anxiety & trauma, and I can help you, too. You can wake up without feeling numb & empty, and you can stop worrying about what could go wrong. You'll go about your day without being triggered by past traumas and actually have something to look forward to and enjoy.
I also help immigrants bridge the cultural gap & feel home away from home. Being from the Middle East myself gives me a strong understanding of the experience as well as of that particular cultural background. I have also lived in so many culturally-diverse communities, which has exposed me to different backgrounds and enabled me to practice from a culturally-competent lens. ​​​
I help couples stuck in fighting, withdrawal & disconnection, who feel alone, unheard & misunderstood in their relationship no matter what they do to make it work. The good news is that it's not an "innate" thing. There are skills you can actually develop and learn. Using Gottman Method, I teach you what it takes to feel emotionally safe, understood & connected in the relationship.
TLDR: I help couples bring back harmony, safety, and stability to their relationship instead of chaos, hostility, and discord. I also help individuals find hope, purpose and inner peace, and I can help you see a future with genuine smiles. I have experience working with people navigating the challenges of immigration and cross-cultural identity. And if you don't even know what you need, I'll help you figure it out so that you can feel and do better! I offer you a warm, direct approach blended with autonomy & humor. So book your free consultation now & let's get started!
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* I speak fluent Arabic, and I can offer my services in Arabic.
Here's what to expect when you work with me ..
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
MY SERVICES
From day one, I strive to create a comfortable environment in which my clients can feel at ease. There are several ways of working with me, including virtual and in-person options. Take a look at the services I provide, and feel free to reach out with any questions.
Aka Education & Training
Professional Associations & Registration
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Registered Clinical Counsellor (#19642)​ (BC Association of Clinical Counsellors)
Trainings & Certifications
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Level 3 Trained in Gottman Method for Couples Therapy (The Gottman Institute)
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Treating Affairs & Trauma (The Gottman Institute)
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Couples & Addiction Recovery (The Gottman Institute)
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Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (Evergreen Certifications)
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CoOcurring Psychiatric & Substance Use Disorders (UT Health San Antonio)
Modality/Approach
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Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
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Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
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Motivational Interviewing (MI)
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Gottman Method for Couples Therapy
THE TECHNICAL STUFF
OUT OF THE OFFICE
I have lived in Egypt, Dubai, and Texas before I made my final stop here in British Columbia.
I'm a mother of two, a former teacher, and a former athlete. I have a massive multi-cultural circle of friends from Egypt, USA, Mexico, France, Japan, Kuwait, and India.
I enjoy reading, and I love traveling.
This is me in Strasbourg, France!
