Dr. Halima Al-Khattab

I’m Dr. Halima Al‐Khattab, a board‐certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with six years of clinical experience and over a decade of combined clinical, research, and community mental health work. I hold a PhD in Clinical Nursing Science from Indiana University and completed postdoctoral training at Case Western Reserve University, where my research focused on mental health in culturally diverse and underserved communities.

I work with adolescents and adults experiencing depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, relationship challenges, anger and impulse concerns, and stress. I also have extensive experience supporting women, families, and individuals navigating cultural or faith‐related stressors. My work is grounded in compassion, cultural humility, and a deep belief that people heal best when they feel understood, respected, and empowered.

In my practice, I offer psychotherapy and, when appropriate, medication management as part of a thoughtful, collaborative treatment plan.

My approach is warm, inquisitive, and holistic. I take time to understand the full context of your emotional, cultural, and relational world so we can make sense of what you’re experiencing together. I integrate evidence‐based treatment modalities—including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma‐Focused CBT, Mindfulness‐Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Strength‐Based Therapy, Parent‐Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Structural Family Therapy—to tailor care to your needs.

I see therapy as a partnership. I bring clinical expertise, curiosity, and a culturally responsive lens; you bring your lived experience, strengths, and goals. Together, we build a path toward clarity, relief, and meaningful change.

In our first session, you can expect a welcoming, judgment‐free space where you can share your story at your own pace. I’ll ask thoughtful questions to understand your symptoms, history, strengths, and goals. We’ll talk about what’s been most challenging for you and what you hope to gain from therapy.

By the end of the session, you’ll have a clearer sense of the direction we can take together—whether that includes therapy alone or therapy with medication support when appropriate. My goal is for you to leave feeling heard, grounded, and hopeful about the next steps.