Zahia Almajali, M.S.W., LMHP-S

Zahia (she/her) is a therapist at Cook Counseling Center who values authenticity, curiosity, and connection in the counseling process. She takes a trauma-informed, person-centered approach and often integrates CBT, DBT, ACT, and somatic techniques to help students build awareness, develop coping skills, and move toward healing. Zahia is especially passionate about supporting BIPOC and first-generation college students, as well as individuals exploring intersecting identities, trauma, women’s issues, or suicidal ideation.

Before joining Cook Counseling Center, Zahia earned her undergraduate degree in Psychology from James Madison University and her Master of Social Work from Radford University. She has provided mental health care in schools, community programs, and hospital settings, experiences that shaped her belief in the importance of culturally responsive and accessible support. Outside of work, Zahia enjoys spending time with her family, dancing, traveling, trying new foods, crime TV, and staying active through weightlifting, yoga, and hiking. She also remains engaged in and committed to community advocacy and social justice efforts.