Meet Our Team

Dedicated guidance for every journey.

Awareness Paradigm brings together coaches and specialists who support emotional well-being, parenting, faith-aligned growth, trauma healing, special education needs, and personal transformation.

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Senior Certified Professional Coach | Life & Executive Coach

Samia Saeed

As a mother of three and a passionate life coach, Samia’s journey in coaching was sparked by her desire to facilitate meaningful change in people’s lives. With years of experience living and learning across diverse cultures, she is devoted to guiding individuals through a transformative journey of self-awareness and purposeful action.

Background and Qualifications

Samia Saeed holds a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Studies from the University of Karachi and is a Senior Certified Professional Coach from Coach Transformation Academy in Dubai. Her training includes certifications in Holistic Homeschooling and the Islamic Montessori System, along with specialized training in Personal Effectiveness through COPE. Based in Abu Dhabi, Samia brings experience in life and executive coaching, focusing on relationship management, parenting, personal growth, leadership, and career development.

Coaching Specializations

  • Life coaching for relationships, parenting, teenage interactions, personal growth, health and time management, anger and stress management, conflict resolution, communication, and positive discipline.
  • Executive and business coaching for leadership, performance enhancement, career growth, team management, and navigating corporate culture.

Coaching Philosophy

Samia adopts a structured, empathetic approach emphasizing a mindset shift from unawareness to awareness. She helps clients uncover and develop their innate strengths through a supportive, reflective, and goal-oriented process designed for sustainable personal and professional growth.

Success Stories

Clients working with Samia have reported improvements in self-awareness, relationships, and professional development, with many highlighting increased confidence and stronger communication skills.

Services Offered

  • One-on-one coaching sessions with flexible scheduling for in-person and virtual sessions.
  • Group coaching sessions for collaborative learning and growth.
  • Interactive workshops and training sessions to develop essential skills.

Muslim Life Coach | Psychological First-Aid Provider

Aysha Ahmad

Driven by a desire to empower others through the lens of Islamic values, Aysha’s journey into life coaching began with a passion for helping individuals build meaningful lives. As a mother herself, she understands the intricacies of Islamic parenting and the emotional challenges faced by today’s Muslim families.

Background and Qualifications

Aysha Ahmad holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Management and has extensive training in life coaching, child psychology, Islamic parenting, and positive parenting. She is also a certified psychological first aider, committed to continuous learning, and is currently pursuing Islamic studies. With experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, she blends professional insight with a compassionate approach.

Coaching Specializations

  • Islamic parenting: guiding parents in nurturing children’s Islamic values with warmth and understanding.
  • Emotional well-being: helping individuals manage anger, stress, and sadness using Islamic principles and practical techniques.
  • Women’s empowerment: building self-worth and resilience, especially in challenging family situations.
  • Marriage and relationships: supporting couples and individuals through relational struggles.
  • Childbirth and motherhood: supporting expectant mothers and new mothers through early parenthood.

Coaching Philosophy and Approach

Aysha’s coaching is rooted in Islamic principles and holistic well-being. Her approach combines practical psychological tools with Islamic values, focusing on the inner self to bring meaningful and lasting change. Through a solution-focused approach, she helps clients find clarity, purpose, peace, and practical next steps.

Success Stories and Testimonials

Clients have found calm, purpose, and practical emotional tools through Aysha’s sessions. Parents in her workshops report feeling better equipped to raise children with strong values, gratitude, and self-discipline. Feedback often reflects relief, confidence, and renewed strength.

Services Offered

  • One-on-one coaching tailored to individual challenges and goals.
  • Group sessions for emotional well-being and parenting support.
  • Adult workshops on Islamic parenting and emotional well-being.
  • Kids workshops with interactive and engaging topics.

Contact Information

Emails: aysha.ahmed89@gmail.com and conscious.i.tarbiyah@gmail.com

Islamic Life Coach | Trauma, Emotional & Spiritual Coaching

Maria Ashraf

Maria Ashraf’s passion for coaching and holistic wellness was born out of her personal journey of self-discovery and healing. With a strong foundation in psychology and a commitment to faith-based growth, her mission is to empower individuals, particularly women, by integrating spirituality with self-improvement.

Background and Qualifications

Maria has an MSc in Applied Psychology and is pursuing an Aalimah course. Her certifications and training include Islamic Life Coaching, Trauma Tool Box Training through San Luis Obispo County Department of Social Services, Behavior Therapy Program from Life Solutions, Clinical Psychology Certification from Happy Life Psychological Services in Islamabad, Pathways to Wholeness with Gabor Maté and Betsy Polatin, and other certifications related to mental, emotional, and psychological well-being.

Coaching Specializations

  • Islamic life coaching that integrates Islamic principles with psychological practices.
  • Trauma-informed, faith-based support for emotional healing.
  • Emotional and spiritual coaching to build resilience, balance, and inner peace.
  • Holistic wellness focused on the mental, emotional, and spiritual health of women.

Courses Offered

The Art of Self-Improvement course equips participants with tools for goal-setting, self-esteem enhancement, habit formation, understanding personality types, and improving communication skills. With a faith-based perspective, the course inspires self-awareness and purposeful living.

Participant Feedback Highlights

  • Attendees found value in goal-setting and personality understanding.
  • Participants requested deeper exploration of communication styles and core beliefs around self-esteem.
  • Many reported renewed motivation and a commitment to leading purpose-driven lives.

Coaching Philosophy

Maria combines Islamic teachings with psychological frameworks to offer individualized, compassionate support. Her holistic approach aims to bring balance and alignment between personal growth and spiritual values.

Success Stories and Testimonials

  • Clients describe her sessions as beneficial, practical, and deeply validating.
  • Clients report feeling listened to, relaxed, and able to implement valuable insights.
  • Her clients frequently note positive shifts in mental and emotional well-being.

Services Offered

  • One-on-one coaching tailored to individual objectives.
  • Workshops and group sessions focused on trauma healing, mental health, and holistic wellness.
  • The Art of Self-Improvement course for personal and spiritual development.

Special Educator & Autism Advocate

Hani Abdul Shakoor

Hani’s work is shaped by her personal struggle to find the right path for her own daughter, who was diagnosed with autism at age two and a half. After a long search and study, she found practical ways to support her child and now helps other parents start early when they notice even minimal developmental delays.

Background and Qualifications

Hani holds a Master in the art of special education and has training as an Applied Behavior Analysis technician, certification in autism, certification as an international behavior technician, and PGCSNE in special needs education.

Coaching Specializations

  • Autism, ADHD, behavioral issues, and developmental delays.
  • Dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, intellectual disabilities, speech delays, and anxiety.

Coaching Philosophy or Approach

Hani’s approach is grounded in Applied Behavioral Analysis.

Success Stories or Testimonials

Client outcomes and feedback.

Services Offered

  • One-on-one coaching.
  • Group sessions.
  • Workshops for parents and families.

Islamic Life Coach | Parenting Specialist

Raima Hassan

Raima’s journey into coaching began after she became a mother and realized the importance of personal growth and self-healing. This pivotal experience ignited her passion for helping others navigate the complexities of parenting and raising happy, well-rounded children.

Background and Qualifications

Raima Hasan holds a Master of Science in Economics from Quaid-i-Azam University. Her certifications include Parenting and Homeschooling training from Ummah Homeschooling, specialized training as an Anokhay Parent through the Parents Empowerment Programme in Pakistan, and Islamic Life Coaching from Leaders Academy.

Coaching Specializations

  • Islamic life coaching with a primary focus on parenting.
  • Guidance for parents to nurture and educate children in alignment with Islamic principles.
  • Effective parenting strategies for family balance and growth.

Coaching Philosophy

Raima offers one-on-one coaching sessions that integrate psychological insights with Islamic paradigms. Her approach helps clients understand parenting dynamics, find balance and purpose, and raise children in a nurturing and spiritually enriching environment.

Success Stories

Clients have reported improvements in parenting skills and family dynamics, including increased confidence, stronger parent-child relationships, and a greater sense of fulfillment in their roles as caregivers.

Services Offered

  • One-on-one coaching sessions personalized to individual needs.
  • Parenting course designed to equip parents with essential skills and knowledge.

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