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Therapy Session

About Us

Who We Are

Compassionate Care. Meaningful Growth.

Azhar Waheed MSW, LSW, LCSW (she/her/her is the founder and executive director of Turning Minds Counseling Professional Association. Azhar provides Virtual therapy sessions and is licensed in the state of Pennsylvania and Delaware. Azhar has 18+ years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and families. Specifically, she works with adults with Borderline Personality Disorder, Bipolar Disorder, Shame, Trauma, Low Self-esteem, Anxiety, Depression, Relationship Issues and adolescents struggling with PTSD, Major Depressive Disorder, Generalized Anxiety Disorder and ADHD. Currently she provides individual, family, and couples counseling. Lastly, she offers supervision to both staff and therapists outside of this agency seeking their LCSW.

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Therapist

Deara Shaw, MSW

Azhar Waheed MSW, LSW, LCSW

Founder and Executive director

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Dear Shaw has dedicated her life to supporting individuals of all ages. Deara graduated from Chestnut Hill University with a Bachelor degree in Psychology. She completed her masters program at West Chester University and received her Master of Social Work. She is currently working towards licensure. Deara has experience working with individuals with mental health and developmental disabilities. She has experience leading large teams and is a Director of a mental health clinic.

A Supportive Approach to Mental Wellness

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