With a PhD in international relations from the University of Exeter in the UK, I have spent the past two decades helping vulnerable communities, including refugees; displaced persons; victims of discrimination and torture; and oppressed youth and women. My extensive work journey through international organizations, including the United Nations, provided me with the opportunity to, not only help individuals in different parts of the world, but also develop a profound passion to work closely with individuals who need help in having a better mental health. Currently, I am completing the practical training requirement for my Master’s of Social Work at the university of Wilfrid Laurier, focusing on various counselling and therapeutic strategies with a special focus on displacement-related trauma, and post-migration stressors, as well as race-based traumatic stress (RBTS). My passion to help, coupled with deep understanding and kindness, has firmed my commitment to collaborating with you to identify the best support methods and strategies.
Shaher Awawdeh PhD
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Counsellorcredential
Shaher Awawdeh PhDPhones:
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According to a study by the World Health Organization (WHO), refugee youth who have experienced oppression and violence in their home countries often face significant psychological challenges upon arriving in their host countries. These challenges can include symptoms of depression, anxiety, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) (WHO, 2018). To support these youth in their integration process, it is important to provide them with well-informed interventions, including psychotherapy, that can help them address both their previous experiences and ongoing challenges in their new environment.
As the global refugee and asylum seekers crisis continues to grow, it is becoming
increasingly important for those affected to be aware of the mental health resources available to
them. Seeking therapy can provide refugees and asylum seekers with the emotional support,
education, and guidance needed to cope with their traumatic experiences. For many, fleeing their
homes and leaving behind everything they had grown accustomed to, can be a traumatic
experience. Psychological issues that may arise from this experience include depression, anxiety,
stress, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Integration of refugees into Canadian society is a complex process requiring the surmounting of numerous obstacles, such as cultural, linguistic, economic, housing, and mental health barriers. These obstacles can contribute to refugees’ fear of integration and have a negative impact on their health. A comprehensive strategy addressing these obstacles is essential for successful integration.