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Trauma-Informed Therapy in Mesa, Arizona

At Therapy by Humma, I provide compassionate, trauma-informed therapy for individuals, adolescents, couples, and families in Mesa, Arizona, and the surrounding East Valley. As a South Asian (Desi) and Muslim therapist, I bring cultural understanding to conversations about relationships, identity, trauma, and intergenerational experiences. My approach is collaborative, culturally responsive, and focused on healing and resilience, with faith-integrated counseling available for clients who wish to incorporate their beliefs into therapy.

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Living with a Mission and Purpose

Black-and-white professional portrait of Humma Arshad, licensed associate marriage and family therapist, wearing a hijab.

My Mission

My mission is to provide trauma-informed therapy that helps individuals, couples, and families navigate life's challenges, strengthen relationships, and develop meaningful paths toward healing. My work includes marriage and family therapy, trauma recovery, anger management, adolescent mental health, and faith-integrated counseling when requested. I am also EMDR-trained and incorporate this approach when clinically appropriate to help clients process distressing experiences and move forward.

Therapy That Goes Beyond the Surface

I take a direct, collaborative, and engaged approach to therapy. I don't believe in simply sitting back and listening without helping you understand what's happening beneath the surface. Together, we identify recurring patterns, explore how past experiences influence the present, and develop practical strategies for meaningful change. I may offer reflection exercises or homework between sessions because I believe the work we do in therapy should carry into everyday life. My approach is trauma-informed, culturally responsive, and tailored to your individual needs.

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Hope and Healing with Therapy By Humma

Individual Counseling

Personalized support for anxiety, depression, PTSD/trauma, self-harm, life transitions, relationship concerns, and emotional well-being. Focused on developing coping skills, healing, and lasting personal growth.

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Couples Counseling

Individual Counseling

Work together to improve communication, rebuild trust, strengthen emotional connection, and navigate relationship challenges in a supportive, goal-focused environment. Suitable for dating, engaged, married, or long-term partners.

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Family Counseling

Individual Counseling

Adolescent Therapy

Strengthen family relationships, improve communication, resolve conflicts, and foster healthier connections in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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Adolescent Therapy

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy

Adolescent Therapy

Support for teens facing anxiety, depression, behavioral challenges, life transitions, self-esteem concerns, and family or school-related stress. Focused on building resilience, coping skills, and emotional growth.

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Spiritual Counseling

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy

Support for faith-related concerns, spiritual growth, religious trauma, identity questions, and life purpose. Informed by advanced graduate training in Islamic studies and open to clients of all faith traditions and worldviews.

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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) Therapy

EMDR is an evidence-based approach that helps individuals process traumatic experiences, reduce emotional distress, and build healthier responses to difficult memories. Effective for PTSD, anxiety, phobias, and other trauma-related concerns.

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BIPOC, immigrant and multicultural experiences

Culturally responsive therapy for BIPOC, immigrant, first-generation, and multicultural individuals navigating identity, intergenerational trauma, family expectations, discrimination, and cultural differences. I provide trauma-informed counseling in Arizona that respects your background, values, and lived experiences.

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Social Media & Digital Mental Health

Therapy for adolescents, adults, and families navigating cyberbullying, doxxing, online harassment, social media anxiety, and unhealthy digital habits. Drawing on clinical training and firsthand experience with online communities, I help clients understand how social media affects mental health, relationships, and identity.

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Grief Counseling

Addiction Treatment

Find support and guidance in processing grief and loss, and learn how to cope with difficult emotions.

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Addiction Treatment

Evidence-based support for individuals struggling with substance use, addictive behaviors, cravings, relapse prevention, and recovery. Focused on building coping skills, addressing underlying issues, and creating sustainable change.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Please reach me at therapybyhumma@gmail.com if you cannot find an answer to your question. Give me up to 48 hours to get back to you.

Who can benefit from therapy at Therapy By Humma?

Therapy can benefit anyone who is struggling with a mental health challenge or looking to improve their overall emotional well-being. I work with clients of all ages and backgrounds.

What can I expect in my first therapy session?

In your first therapy session, I will discuss your reasons for seeking therapy and your treatment goals. I will also talk about your medical history and any current symptoms you may be experiencing.

How often should I attend therapy?

The frequency of therapy sessions will depend on your individual needs and goals. Many clients attend therapy once a week, while others may attend less frequently. I will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan.

How Much a Session Cost?

Individual therapy services start at $120. A 90-minute session costs $240. I accept Aetna, Cigna, Banner, and Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS) insurance plans. I also accept cash pay. At this time, there is no sliding scale.

Therapy By Humma

Therapy By Humma

Trauma-Informed Therapy in Mesa, Arizona