Serving Dallas-Fort Worth Community
Culturally-Informed Counseling for the Dallas Community
- No commitment
- Completely confidential
- Licensed Professional Counselor
- EMDR Trained
- Culturally Responsive
- 10+ Years Experience
Your Path to Wellness Starts Here
Supporting Young Minds: Therapy for Preteens and Teens
ADHD & Neurodivergent-affirming Therapy
ADHD & Autism-Informed CBT Specialist
CBT for ADHD, Autism & Executive Functioning
Evidence-Based, Strength-Focused
Neurodivergent Support
Specialized Therapy for Adults & Teens
Play Therapy
Play, Art & Parent-Child Therapy
"Supporting children's emotional healing through creative expression and strengthened parent-child connections."
Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)
Expressive Art & Parent-Child Relational Therapy
Trauma-Informed & Culturally Sensitive Care
Therapy for Adults: Reclaim Your Peace and Purpose
Anxiety & Stress
Find calm and regain control. Our anxiety therapy provides proven strategies to manage worry, panic attacks, and the overwhelming stress of daily life.
Trauma & PTSD
Heal from the past and reclaim your present. We offer specialized, trauma-informed care, including EMDR therapy, to help you process distressing experiences.
Pre-Marital & Couple Counseling
Reconnect with your partner and strengthen your bond. Whether you need premarital counseling or marriage therapy to navigate conflict.
Mood Disorders
Find stability through the highs and lows. We provide expert therapy for mood disorders, including bipolar disorder and depression.
Parenting Support
Become a more confident, connected parent. Our parenting classes and coaching offer practical tools for managing challenging behaviors.
We Work With Your Insurance
Your focus should be on healing, not on financial stress. We are in-network with most major insurance providers to make your treatments accessible and affordable:
The Alif Counseling Difference: Care That
Understands Your World
In a city as diverse as Dallas, you deserve a therapist who sees and respects every part of you. Our practice was founded on the principle that true healing happens when clinical excellence is combined with genuine cultural and spiritual understanding.
Culturally Responsive Care
We specialize in providing therapy that honors your unique background. For individuals from South Asian, Muslim, immigrant, and other minority communities, we offer a space where your cultural values are understood, not explained.
Evidence-Based Methods
Our care is grounded in proven, research-backed techniques like EMDR, the Gottman Method, and CBT to ensure you receive the most effective treatment.
Spiritually Integrated Therapy
For many, faith is a profound source of strength. Our client-led approach allows you to integrate your spiritual beliefs into your healing journey in a way that feels authentic and supportive to you.
A Safe, Non-Judgmental Space
Your story is safe here. We are committed to fostering a warm, empathetic, and strictly confidential environment where you can explore your challenges without fear of judgment.
Meet Asma Sheikh, MA, LPC
Asma Sheikh is a Licensed Professional Counselor and the founder of Alif Counseling Services. With over a decade of experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, she is passionate about empowering women, adolescents, and families from diverse backgrounds to navigate life’s challenges.
Asma is an EMDR-trained professional specializing in trauma, anxiety, and mood disorders. Her warm, collaborative, and client-centered approach is deeply rooted in her commitment to providing care that is not only effective but also culturally humble and filled with compassion.
Languages: English, Urdu, Hindi, Punjabi, and Siraiki.
Excellent therapy experience at Alif Counseling
Your Healing Journey is Just a Step Away
We know that starting therapy can feel daunting. We’ve made the process simple,
transparent, and pressure-free.
Schedule Your Free Consultation
Book a complimentary, 15-minute confidential phone or video call. This is a chance for you to ask questions and see if our approach is the right fit for you.
Your First Session
In our first meeting, we'll listen deeply to your story, understand your challenges, and collaboratively set meaningful goals for our work together.
Begin Your Path to Wellness
Through ongoing, supportive sessions, you'll gain insight, learn practical skills, and build the confidence to create lasting, positive change in your life.
You Don't Have to Navigate This Alone. A More Peaceful, Fulfilling Life is Possible.
Take the courageous first step today
- Completely confidential
- No pressure
- Available in multiple languages