Abira Siddiqui
Social Worker, Somatic Psychotherapist
Noor Therapies and Breathwork
Coburg, VIC 3058
In Person + Telehealth
Philosophy & Vision
I offer a warm, grounded space where individuals can slow down, feel supported, and begin to reconnect with themselves. My work centres on building safety, trust, and genuine connection, allowing clients to explore their experiences at a pace that feels right for them.
I work with adults and young people navigating trauma, emotional overwhelm, identity, and complex life experiences. Sessions are collaborative and attuned, creating space for reflection, skill-building, and deeper exploration—without pressure or expectation.
Identity & Values
I bring both professional training and lived experience into my work. As a queer South Asian who has grown up between Australia and New Zealand, I understands the layered and complex realities of navigating identity, culture, and belonging. I have extensively engaged in my own journey with somatic therapies to support my nervous system.
Background
I have previously worked in many fields such as disability, education, and community work prior to beginning her private practice. I predominantly worked as a behaviour support practitioner. This involved working with complex trauma, disability and systematic support. My past and current career has allowed me to develop strong therapeutic skills to work with a variety of complexity and trauma.
Services
Therapy & Counselling
A supportive space to process trauma, navigate emotions, and explore identity and life experiences.
Somatic & Body-Based Therapy
Gentle, body-focused approaches that support regulation, awareness, and reconnection with internal cues.
Breathwork & Mindfulness
Practices that support grounding, emotional regulation, and creating a sense of calm and stability within the body. Sessions for breathwork may be accessed on a 1:1 or small group basis.
Quality Provision
I have a strong focus on supporting individuals from POC and CALD communities, and those who may have felt unseen or misunderstood in traditional therapeutic spaces.
My services are tailored for each individual and I work with the individuals life and story to support healing. I understand that healing is not linear and can take time and patience.
Areas of Interest
Accreditations
- Bachelor of Arts - 2015 - University of Melbourne
- Graduate Diploma of Psychology - 2023 - Monash University
- Masters of Social Work - 2021 - University of Melbourne
- Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapy Certificate Pro - 2026 - Embody Lab
- Brainspotting - 2026 - Brainspotting Trainings Inc
Modalities
Brainspotting - CBT - DBT - Holistic - Inner Child - MBSR - Meditation - Mindfulness - Motivational Interviewing - Schema Therapy - Somatic Psychotherapy - Strengths-Based - Systems Theory - Trauma-Informed
Therapy Approach
My approach is trauma-informed, relational, and holistic. I integrate modalities such as Schema Therapy, Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Brainspotting, Somatic Therapies, Breathwork, and Mindfulness practices. My somatic work takes influence from Hakomi, Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Somatic Experiencing. I understands that every individual has unique processes and needs, therefore, a mixture of approaches may support clients through their journey
Professional Associations
- Australian Association of Social Workers
Practice Locations
85 Bell Street
Coburg VIC 3058
Fraser Rise VIC 3336
Appointments
Wednesday's and Fridays 9 am - 5 pm
On rare occasions I am able to accommodate other days and times. Reach out to see if this is possible.
Fees & Insurance
Free 15 minute consultation is offered to determine if we are the right fit.
Low cost therapy available ranging from 100-150 dollars
Languages
English
Hindi
Payment Options
Bank Transfer
Contact Abira
Please contact me to book a 15 minute free initial consult