Zarmeen Mughal

Professional Focus and Approach

Zarmeen’s therapeutic approach blends relational connection with evidence-based frameworks, including attached-based therapy, trauma-informed therapy, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and mindfulness-based strategies in ways that feel grounded and accessible. Sessions are collaborative and thoughtfully tailored to each client’s strengths and goals. She strives to create a therapeutic space that feels safe, predictable, culturally responsive, and affirming.

Specializations

Zarmeen specializes in supporting children, youth, and young adults through emotional challenges, life transitions, and identity development. She provides trauma-informed therapy and attachment-based family support, helping clients and caregivers strengthen connection and build practical emotion regulation skills. Her work focuses on managing anxiety and stress, processing trauma, and developing lasting coping strategies. Zarmeen offers anti-oppressive, intersectional care that creates a safe space to explore identity, foster self-esteem, and build resilience — supporting families at home, at school, and through broader life transitions.

Education and Experience

Zarmeen holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the University of Waterloo and a Master of Social Work from Wilfrid Laurier University. She is a Registered Social Worker (RSW) in good standing with the Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Services Workers (OCSWSSW). She has experience supporting children and families across community, clinical, and day-treatment settings. Zarmeen continues to advance her clinical expertise through specialized training in trauma-informed and attachment-based care, including the ARC Framework, EFFT, CBT-informed interventions, and crisis support.