Kanwal Akhtar
Islamic parenting coach for Muslim mothers of autistic children
| Hourly rate range | $90 to $135 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | |
| Works with | Parents and Women |
| Also coaches | Spiritual coach and Life coach |
| Sessions | Online |
| Credentials | Board-certified in Internal Medicine; Islamic life coach |
Dr. Kanwal Akhtar is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician and Islamic life coach. Kanwal helps Muslim mothers raise independent, emotionally healthy autistic children. Kanwal's work starts with the mother. Kanwal teaches moms to calm their own nervous system so the home feels safe for the child. Kanwal blends neuroscience, psychology and faith in Allah into one parenting framework. Kanwal also speaks and teaches to mothers around the world.
What Kanwal helps with
Kanwal works with mothers who feel stuck in survival mode while raising autistic children. Kanwal helps them build calm at home and support their child's independence.
- Calming your own nervous system before your child's
- Replacing constant worry with confident leadership
- Responding to your child with wisdom instead of fear
- Repairing conflict without harming connection
- Building emotional safety so a child grows more independent
- Parenting with an Islamic framework
- Working through disagreements with a spouse as a team
Who Kanwal works with
Kanwal works with Muslim mothers of autistic children. Some have a child who was just diagnosed. Others have handled autism for years. Kanwal's clients often feel worn down by appointments, therapies and worry about their child's future.
How Kanwal works
Kanwal starts with the parent, not the child's behavior. Kanwal teaches mothers to regulate their own nervous system so the home feels safe, steady and connected. Kanwal's method uses an Islamic framework that combines neuroscience, psychology and a relationship with Allah. Kanwal also runs a free live webinar called Survival to Thriving.
Background and qualifications
Kanwal is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician. Kanwal is also an Islamic life coach, speaker and educator. Kanwal spent years studying medicine, psychology, trauma, neuroscience, coaching and Islamic spirituality. Today Kanwal teaches Muslim mothers around the world how to build homes with emotional safety and connection so their autistic children can grow toward independence.
Kanwal Akhtar pricing
Programs and services
- Free live webinar: Survival to Thriving
- Coaching for Muslim mothers
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The CoachVouch take
Kanwal is a board-certified Internal Medicine physician who coaches Muslim mothers of autistic children through an Islamic framework.
Best for Muslim mothers of autistic children who want a calmer home and a more independent child.
Common questions
How much does Kanwal Akhtar charge?
Coaching with Kanwal runs $90 to $135 an hour. Message Kanwal from this page for an exact quote.
What does Kanwal Akhtar help with?
Kanwal Akhtar helps with calming your own nervous system before your child's, replacing constant worry with confident leadership, responding to your child with wisdom instead of fear and repairing conflict without harming connection.
Does Kanwal Akhtar coach online?
Sessions are online.
Is Kanwal Akhtar certified?
Kanwal Akhtar lists: Board-certified in Internal Medicine; Islamic life coach.
Does Kanwal work with mothers of newly diagnosed children?
Yes. Kanwal works with mothers whose child was recently diagnosed and with those who have handled autism for years.
Is Kanwal's coaching based on Islamic teaching?
Yes. Kanwal uses an Islamic framework that combines neuroscience, psychology and a relationship with Allah.
How do I contact Kanwal Akhtar?
Send Kanwal a message from this page. It's free and takes a minute.
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