Najma Haja Alaudeen, AASW
Experienced therapist and AASW social worker
- 20 years experience
- Collaborative practical support
- Speaks English and Tamil
About Najma Haja Alaudeen
Najma Haja Alaudeen offers practical, person-focused therapy for adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, burnout, relationship strains, and self-esteem difficulties. She creates a calm, collaborative environment where people are treated as whole individuals rather than a collection of symptoms or labels. Najma emphasizes tailored support that fits each client’s life and goals rather than one-size-fits-all solutions.
When life feels overwhelming or motivation is low, Najma works alongside clients to develop clear, manageable strategies. She helps with managing persistent worry, mood shifts, executive function challenges related to ADHD, and the lingering effects of past experiences. In addition to clinical concerns, she offers guidance for everyday pressures such as parenting stress, workplace burnout, and relationship conflicts, focusing on coping tools that can be applied in daily routines.
Najma’s style is flexible and collaborative, combining practical techniques with compassionate support to help people take the next step toward change. She encourages beginning therapy before circumstances are perfect, believing that meaningful progress can start immediately. Najma holds the AASW credential - the Australian Association of Social Workers - reflecting her professional standing and commitment to social work principles.
When life feels overwhelming or motivation is low, Najma works alongside clients to develop clear, manageable strategies. She helps with managing persistent worry, mood shifts, executive function challenges related to ADHD, and the lingering effects of past experiences. In addition to clinical concerns, she offers guidance for everyday pressures such as parenting stress, workplace burnout, and relationship conflicts, focusing on coping tools that can be applied in daily routines.
Najma’s style is flexible and collaborative, combining practical techniques with compassionate support to help people take the next step toward change. She encourages beginning therapy before circumstances are perfect, believing that meaningful progress can start immediately. Najma holds the AASW credential - the Australian Association of Social Workers - reflecting her professional standing and commitment to social work principles.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsFamily conflictsGriefParenting issuesAnger managementCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAntisocial personalityAttachment issuesAvoidant personalityBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesDependent personalityDisruptive Mood Dysregulation Disorder (DMDD)DissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsFatherhood issuesForgivenessGuilt and shameImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMidlife crisisMood disordersMulticultural concernsNarcissismPanic disorder and panic attacksPersonality disordersPhobiasPostpartum depressionPost-traumatic stressPregnancy and childbirthPrejudice and discriminationSelf-loveSocial anxiety and phobiaTraumatic brain injuryWomen's issuesWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Gottman Method Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Psychodynamic Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy Internal Family Systems Systemic Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Najma Haja Alaudeen have?
Najma has 20 years of experience in clinical practice.
Is Najma Haja Alaudeen a licensed therapist?
Yes. Najma holds the AASW credential, which is the Australian Association of Social Workers.
In which languages does Najma Haja Alaudeen provide therapy?
Najma provides therapy in English and Tamil.
Where is Najma Haja Alaudeen located?
Najma is located in Australia.
How can I work with Najma Haja Alaudeen as my therapist?
You can work with Najma through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Najma Haja Alaudeen work with international clients?
Najma does not currently work with international clients.
How much does therapy with Najma Haja Alaudeen cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire to help match you with Najma. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic approaches and how they translate to online care
Najma draws from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment-Based Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to tailor work to each person’s needs. ACT focuses on clarifying personal values and building psychological flexibility - it supports people who feel stuck with worry, avoidance, or low motivation by helping them act in ways that matter despite difficult thoughts and feelings. Attachment-Based Therapy explores how early relational patterns influence current relationships and emotional responses - it can help those experiencing trust, intimacy, or abandonment concerns to develop more secure ways of connecting. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is a structured, practical approach that identifies unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns and teaches specific skills to manage anxiety, depression, and everyday stressors.Finding the best approach is a collaborative process. Najma works with each person to understand their goals, preferences, and life circumstances and will adapt methods over time so the work fits the individual rather than the other way around.
Online therapy with Najma is offered via video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging to provide flexibility and accessibility. These options make it easier to schedule sessions around work, family, or other commitments and allow therapy to continue when in-person meetings are not practical. Licensed professionals can use these formats to deliver the same therapeutic frameworks and practical tools Najma uses in her practice, helping clients make meaningful progress from locations that suit them.
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