Mujahid Ahmed

Locations

Telehealth
North Adelaide
Glenelg

Client Age Groups

Families
Couples
Adults
Adolescents/Youth 16-25

Currently available for new bookings

Independent Consultant – Registered Psychologist
ABN 17 676 085 831

Mujahid is available for both Business and After Hour including Weekend appointments.

Mujahid practices at both our North Adelaide and Glenelg Rooms:

Day	Time	Appointment Type	Location
Mon	10:00am-6:00pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	North Adelaide
Tues	10:00am-6:00pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	North Adelaide
Weds	9:30am-3pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	Glenelg
Thurs	9:30am-3pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	Glenelg
Fri	10:00am-7:00pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	North Adelaide
Sat	9:00am-2:00pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	North Adelaide
Sun	11:00am-4:00pm	Telehealth/face-to-face	Glenelg

Please contact the Practice on (08) 8361 7008 to confirm his current availability.

Hi, I’m Mujahid, and I believe that counselling is a partnership—a shared journey that fosters meaningful, positive changes in your life. My goal is not just to guide you
through challenges but to help you build the strength and resilience needed to face whatever comes next. By the end of our journey, when the world tries to push you, I
want to help you get to a place where you can look it dead in the eye and say, “No, YOU move.”

Life doesn’t follow a script, and at times it can feel like everything is stacked against you. That’s why I draw on the philosophy of “me against the world”—a mindset that
recognises how overwhelming challenges can be but also honours your inner strength and capacity to persevere. This doesn’t mean facing struggles alone;
instead, it’s about developing the resilience and clarity to stand strong, with me in your corner, guiding and supporting you through life’s battles.
I believe we are all experts in our own lives, and I value the unique perspectives and experiences that each person brings to therapy. Counselling is a two-way street
where we can learn from each other, working together to uncover your strengths, explore possibilities, and reauthor your narrative. You are not defined by your
struggles or your past; you are so much more than your story. Together, we’ll challenge limiting beliefs, find new perspectives, and rewrite your narrative as your
comeback story.

Therapy isn’t just about overcoming difficulties; it’s a space for self-discovery, building emotional strength, enhancing relationships, and achieving personal goals.
Together, we’ll ensure that you’re not just surviving but thriving—ready to meet life’s challenges head-on, against the world, but never alone.
Research shows that the strength of the therapeutic relationship is one of the most important predictors of recovery. That’s why I’m committed to creating a safe,
person-centred space where you feel understood, valued, and supported. Therapy isn’t only for when life feels overwhelming; it can also help you stay grounded,
resilient, and prepared to navigate life’s highs and lows.

My adaptable and outcome-focused approach ensures that progress is made in a way that feels authentic and sustainable. Together, we’ll explore who you are,
identify what’s holding you back, and develop strategies to break through barriers and find clarity. My clients often tell me they appreciate my ability to balance warmth,
compassion, and a touch of humour with the gentle challenge needed to create lasting change.

Therapeutic Approach

I adopt an integrative and flexible approach to therapy, combining evidence-based
practices with insights from lived experience. My practice draws upon:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (TF-CBT)
- Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
- Motivational Interviewing (MI)
- Solution-Focused Therapy (SFT)
- Mindfulness-Based Therapies
- Family Systems Therapy
- Trauma-Informed Approaches
- Cross-Cultural Therapy
- Person-Centred Therapy
- Post-Milan Family and Couples Therapy
- Narrative Therapy

Qualifications and Memberships

Qualifications

2005: Bachelor of Science (Psychology and Immunology), The University of
Adelaide
2009: Certificate IV in Workplace Assessment and Training, Tabor College
2010: Master of Social Development, The University of New South Wales
(UNSW)
2019: Graduate Diploma in Psychological Science, Australian College of
Applied Psychology (ACAP)
2021: Graduate Diploma of Psychology (Advanced), Monash University

Memberships

Australian Psychological Society (APS)
Australian Association of Family Therapy (AAFT)
Parent Hope Project- Family and Systems Clinician
The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

Special Areas of Interest

With over 19 years of experience, I provide tailored support to diverse clients. My areas of interest include:

Mental Health and Wellbeing

Addressing depression, anxiety, stress, burnout, resilience-building, grief, and identity exploration, including gender and sexuality.

Trauma

Expertise in Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), complex trauma, and vicarious trauma using trauma-informed, evidence-based practices.

Relationships and Family Dynamics

Parenting support, family therapy, conflict resolution, and relationship counselling with a focus on fostering effective communication and emotional connection.

Cultural and Linguistic Diversity

Supporting trauma survivors, refugees, and clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds with culturally sensitive interventions.

Motivational Interviewing and Performance

Helping clients clarify goals, enhance decision-making, overcome ambivalence, and achieve personal and professional growth.

Targeted Support Areas

Academic Stress
Providing coaching on study skills, stress management, time management, and burnout prevention, with a focus on building resilience, improving focus, and maintaining balance.

Eating Disorders
Supporting recovery from disordered eating and body image challenges through nutritional counselling integration, emotional regulation, and fostering self-acceptance.

LGBTQ+ Support
Affirmative therapy for identity exploration, coming out, and relationship counselling, celebrating individuality and nurturing inclusive, affirming connections.

Performance Anxiety
Offering support to individuals facing performance anxiety in various settings, including public speaking, exams, sports, and work-related tasks. This includes techniques for managing nervousness, improving self-confidence, reducing pressure, and enhancing focus and relaxation through cognitive-behavioural strategies and mindfulness practices.

Refugees and Resettlement
Providing culturally sensitive support to refugees and migrants navigating the challenges of resettlement, including trauma recovery, cultural adjustment, identity exploration, and rebuilding social connections. This includes trauma-informed care, practical coping strategies, and advocacy to facilitate successful integration into new communities while honouring cultural identities.

Professional Experience

With a career spanning diverse roles in health, disability, refugee, and social services across Australia, Nauru, Mexico, and Papua New Guinea, I bring a broad and deep expertise in supporting individuals and communities facing complex challenges. This experience has enriched my understanding of varied cultural contexts and the unique needs of different populations. Key areas include:

Mental Health and Counselling: Delivering therapeutic interventions for individuals, families, and communities, with expertise in complex trauma, mental health disorders, and navigating interpersonal difficulties.

Cross-Cultural Counselling: Developing and delivering culturally appropriate interventions for refugee and migrant populations.

Leadership and Training: Leading multidisciplinary teams, mentoring professionals, and delivering training in trauma-informed care and mental health first aid.

Coaching and Mentorship: Providing guidance and support to professionals and individuals in their personal and professional growth, focusing on skill development, goal achievement, and resilience.

Program Development and Advocacy: Designing tailored interventions, creating case plans, and advocating for systemic improvements to enhance service accessibility.

This varied experience allows me to approach each client with empathy, cultural
sensitivity, and an adaptable, evidence-based methodology to foster growth and
resilience.

Languages

English
Arabic
Spanish (Intermediate)

Fee Schedule

Please Note: Initial session is usually 80 Minutes and we book 2 subsequent 50 Minute sessions initially 2 weeks apart to ensure that there is continuity of access to practitioner. This can be changed/ negotiated differently during the initial session. The duration of the initial assessment session and the scheduling of the following sessions can be tailored to meet the specific needs of the client and may be negotiated either prior to or during the initial appointment.

Initial, Couples or Family Sessions (80 minutes):

Business Hours (9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday): $350.00

After Hours (Before 9:00am and after 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, All day Saturdays & Sundays): $400

Medicare Rebates of $96.65, can be applied if you are under a Mental Health Care Plan referred by your GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician, leaving a gap fee applicable of BH $253.35 – AH $303.35

Individual and Subsequent Sessions (50 minutes):

Business Hours (9:00am – 5:00pm, Monday to Friday): $250

- After Hours (Before 9:00am and after 5:00pm, Monday to Friday, All day Saturdays & Sundays): $290.00

Medicare Rebates of $96.65, can be applied if you are under a Mental Health Care Plan referred by your GP, Psychiatrist or Paediatrician, leaving a gap fee applicable of BH $153.65 – AH $193.35

NDIS Self Managed are as above and Plan managed as per the NDIS Pricing guidelines. Mujahid does not see NDIS Agency Managed clients.

50 minute sessions are the standard length for subsequent individual sessions unless otherwise negotiated. (Note that the sessions are actually 60 minutes but 50 minutes face to face and 10 minutes preparation and closure)

For full details of payment types and different payment processes for after hour appointments, Telehealth appointments, private health, and NDIS referrals, please visit our Fees and Payments page.

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