Rana Salloum is a highly experienced counsellor and
educator with over 18 years of professional practice. Holding a Master’s in
Professional Counselling from Georgia State University and a Bachelor’s in
Education from the American University of Beirut, Rana’s expertise spans a
variety of therapeutic modalities and cultural perspectives, making her
approach uniquely holistic and internationally informed.
Throughout her career, Rana has worked across multiple
continents, including the US, Lebanon, and Australia, providing support to
diverse populations. In the United States, she was a Licensed Associate
Professional Counsellor in Georgia, where she gained valuable experience
working with individuals and groups. Upon returning to Lebanon, Rana became
actively involved in the Lebanese Psychological Association, deepening her
understanding of the cultural and social dynamics that influence mental health
in the region.
Rana is a passionate advocate for Eye Movement
Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), holding membership with EMDRA - EMDR
Australia. She is also a registered member of the Australian Counselling
Association. In addition to her clinical work, she has facilitated over 200
workshops for individuals, families, and professionals, adapting her style to
the specific needs of each audience.
A central tenet of Rana’s practice is her person-centered
therapy approach, which emphasizes understanding the unique experiences of each
client in a supportive, non-judgmental environment. As a trauma-trained counsellor, she works with clients to process emotional difficulties, navigate
life transitions, and heal from past experiences. Recognizing that some
challenges cannot be fully articulated with words alone, Rana incorporates creative
therapies, including art therapy and photography, to help clients express
themselves and find healing through self-exploration.
Rana’s multicultural background and fluency in English,
Arabic, and French enable her to connect with clients from various cultural and
linguistic backgrounds, tailoring her approach to suit their individual needs.
She believes strongly in the transformative power of creativity and art, both
of which she integrates into her therapeutic work to help clients access deeper
emotional insights.
With a career dedicated to empowering others to heal and
grow, Rana provides a compassionate and effective space for clients seeking
personal transformation. Whether clients are dealing with trauma, relationship
issues, or simply seeking personal development, Rana is committed to guiding
them on their journey toward healing, resilience, and self-discovery.
