AHMAD BUTT

MA Mental Health Counseling, Boston College • Fulbright Scholar

Trauma-informed psychotherapy for deeper healing and lasting change.

Supporting individuals, couples, and families through life's emotional, relational, and psychological challenges.

Helping you reconnect with yourself, your relationships, and your capacity for healing.

About me

I believe therapy is not about fixing people, but about creating a space where healing becomes possible. Many of the ways we think, feel, and relate to others developed as adaptations to our life experiences.
My role is to offer a compassionate and collaborative space where people can reconnect with themselves, their relationships, and their capacity for meaningful, lasting change.

M.A Mental Health Counseling

Boston College

BSc. Honors

LUMS

Level 3 & 4 Certificate & Diploma

Counseling

Clinician Intern

Group Leader

EMDR Therapist

Fulbright Scholar
(2023-2025)

I earned my M.A. in Mental Health Counseling from Boston College as a Fulbright Scholar and have practiced in both Pakistan and the United States. My work has included individual, couples, family, and group therapy, adoption-informed mental health, intimate partner abuse education, and private practice.
Working across cultures, particularly within South Asian communities, has deepened my understanding of how culture, family, and relationships shape mental health, identity, and healing.

approach

No two people experience life in exactly the same way, so therapy shouldn’t follow a one-size-fits-all approach. I draw from different therapeutic frameworks depending on each person’s goals, experiences, strengths, and the pace that feels right for them.

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Some sessions may focus on working with emotions, different parts of the self, or longstanding relationship patterns. Others may involve processing traumatic experiences through EMDR or using imagery, writing, art, and other experiential approaches to support healing. My goal is to help you develop a more compassionate relationship with yourself and create meaningful, lasting change.

Frameworks I draw from:

Psychodynamic

Feminist

Internal Family Systems (IFS)

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Expressive Arts

Specialized Therapy:

Eye Movement Desensitization
and Reprocessing (EMDR)

Services

Individual Therapy

Couples Therapy

Family Therapy

Corporate Wellness & Training

Organizational Consulting

Who I work with?

I work with people experiencing:

Trauma, Complex Trauma (C-PTSD) & PTSD
Anxiety & stress
Relationship & family difficulties
Burnout
Self-esteem & self-worth
Emotional Dysregulation

Life transitions & identity
Childhood trauma & emotional wounds
Depression
Attachment & interpersonal patterns
Anger management
Grief & loss

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if therapy is right for me?

Therapy can be helpful if you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with anxiety or depression, experiencing relationship difficulties, living with the effects of trauma, or navigating a major life transition. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy.

Are online therapy sessions effective?

Research has consistently shown that online therapy can be as effective as in-person therapy for many concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties. Many clients also appreciate the convenience, privacy, and accessibility that online sessions provide.

What happens in the first therapy session?

Our first session is an opportunity to understand what has brought you to therapy and discuss your goals. It’s also a chance for you to ask questions and determine whether we’re a good fit for working together.

Do you work with clients from different cultural backgrounds?

Yes. I welcome clients from all backgrounds. Having lived and practiced in both Pakistan and the United States, I bring a cross-cultural perspective to therapy and have particular experience supporting South Asian individuals, couples, and families navigating identity, migration, family expectations, and life across cultures.

Do you work with trauma and complex trauma (C-PTSD)?

Yes. I work with individuals experiencing trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), PTSD, and the lasting effects of difficult childhood experiences. Depending on your needs and goals, therapy may integrate approaches such as EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), psychodynamic therapy, mindfulness, and other trauma-informed methods to support healing, emotional resilience, and healthier relationships.

Can therapy help with childhood trauma?

Yes. Childhood experiences can continue to influence how we relate to ourselves and others well into adulthood. Therapy provides a safe space to explore these experiences, understand their impact, and move toward healing and meaningful change.