Dr. Amjed Abojedi
Supervising Psychotherapist, PhD, RP
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Specialties
Children, Teens, Adults
Languages
English and Arabic
Biography
Amjed Abojedi PhD RP is a bilingual clinical consultant, psychotherapist, and researcher with profound expertise in child and family dynamics. He has extensive experience in child protection interventions, working closely with social agencies to develop comprehensive plans for child welfare and protection. Dr. Abojedi completed APT and CACPT-certified training in play therapy at the Rocky Mountain Play Therapy Institute in Canada.
As a Canadian Certified Counselor and play-based psychotherapy practitioner, he has dedicated his career to helping children exposed to prolonged trauma, unstable living conditions, violence, and bullying. With 18 years of progressive experience in psychotherapy and mental health, Dr. Abojedi has cultivated a culturally sensitive approach to psychological intervention.
His work with displaced refugees incorporates diverse CBT and CPT strategies, such as reframing, psychoeducation, solution-focused therapy, cognitive modeling and restructuring, emotional processing, and stress inoculation. He also employs emotional regulation strategies to assist refugees in managing anxiety, depression, and PTSD symptoms.
Through his work, he has helped refugees develop healthier coping strategies, build resilience, and gain the confidence to thrive in their communities.
“Strength is not measured by speed, but by the depth of one's roots.”
Why the Olive Tree?
The olive tree has been a symbol of peace, wisdom, resilience, and renewal since ancient times.
It grows slowly, with deep roots that anchor it through changing seasons, while bearing fruit that nourishes others.
I strive to offer that same sense of steadiness by helping people reconnect with their inner resources, recognize the strengths they already carry, and nurture growth that can endure through difficult seasons.