Aisha Ahmed

I am very passionate about mental health which is why I am studying a Masters in Counselling. I know how scary mental health struggles can be, so it is my aim to raise awareness, reduce the stigma and also give back to those who are struggling. There is a need for this in the Muslim community, but Muslims often feel like they cannot speak about these issues and need a safe space to be able to do so. I am an ameteur writer who has been using writing as a form of channeling my emotions for many years, but have recently taken more time to refine these pieces in order to shed light on important topics and share these with others. I know that poetry can be very powerful, and often people feel less alone when they can relate to someone's words.