Speaker Bio

Corporate / Conference Bio (100-120 words)

For corporate events, conference programs, and non-clinical audiences

Hanouf Alahmari, MA, LMFT, is a bilingual speaker, educator, and licensed psychotherapist known for making the science of human behavior practical, relatable, and immediately applicable. With over 12 years of experience and more than 84 programs delivered across 20+ countries, she speaks on trauma, emotional safety, relational wellbeing, and workplace mental health to organizational, professional, and general audiences. Hanouf holds dual licensure in California and Saudi Arabia and delivers in both Arabic and English, bringing a rare cross-cultural perspective to every stage. She is the Founder of True Self Practice, a Los Angeles-based mental health practice, and a CAMFT-Approved Continuing Education Provider.

Short Bio (50-75 words)

For programs, social media posts, or introductions

Hanouf Alahmari, MA, LMFT, is a bilingual (Arabic/English) trauma therapist licensed in California and Saudi Arabia. She specializes in culturally responsive, evidence-based care for trauma, attachment, and relational healing using EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). Hanouf is the Founder of True Self Practice, a Lead Instructor & Clinical Trainer, Clinical Supervisor, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training™, supporting MENA and Muslim communities through psychotherapy, professional education, and community outreach.

Medium Bio (100-150 words)

Hanouf Alahmari, MA, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and a Licensed Senior Specialist in Clinical Psychology in Saudi Arabia. She provides bilingual psychotherapy in Arabic and English, helping individuals, couples, and families heal from trauma, attachment wounds, and relational distress. Her clinical approach integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment theory, and relational neuroscience within a culturally responsive, evidence-based framework. Hanouf is the Founder of True Self Practice, a Lead Instructor & Clinical Trainer, Clinical Supervisor, EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training™, and a CAMFT-Approved Continuing Education Provider. She delivers continuing education that translates complex psychological science into practical, real-world learning experiences for clinicians, organizations, and the public. With more than 12 years of clinical and educational experience, her work focuses on trauma, attachment, emotional safety, and healthy relationships, with a particular emphasis on MENA and Muslim communities.

Expanded Bio (200-250 words)

For detailed event descriptions or formal introductions

Hanouf Alahmari, MA, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and a Licensed Senior Specialist in Clinical Psychology in Saudi Arabia. She specializes in trauma-informed, culturally responsive care, supporting individuals, couples, and families in healing from trauma, attachment wounds, and relational challenges. Her clinical approach integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment theory, and relational neuroscience to promote emotional resilience and healthier relationships.

As the Founder of True Self Practice in Los Angeles, Hanouf provides bilingual psychotherapy in Arabic and English to MENA and Muslim communities. She also serves as a Lead Instructor & Clinical Trainer, Clinical Supervisor, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training™, mentoring therapists and delivering continuing education that bridges research with practical application. She is also a CAMFT-Approved Continuing Education Provider, offering trainings that meet CE requirements for licensed clinicians.

Drawing on her experience practicing across California and Saudi Arabia, Hanouf brings a nuanced understanding of the relational, cultural, and systemic factors that shape emotional wellbeing in Arab and Muslim communities. She is known for translating complex psychological science into engaging, practical learning experiences that help audiences better understand trauma, attachment, emotional safety, and relationship patterns.

With more than 12 years of clinical and educational experience, Hanouf has delivered over 84 workshops, masterclasses, and professional trainings, reaching more than 6,500 participants across the GCC and beyond. She is recognized for combining scientific rigor with warmth and cultural responsiveness, making evidence-based psychology accessible to clinicians, organizations, and the communities she serves.

Full Bio (250-300 words)

For formal proposals, conference brochures, or press features

Hanouf Alahmari, MA, LMFT, is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California and a Licensed Senior Specialist in Clinical Psychology in Saudi Arabia. She provides bilingual psychotherapy in Arabic and English and specializes in helping individuals, couples, and families heal from trauma, attachment wounds, and relational distress. Her clinical approach integrates EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), attachment theory, and relational neuroscience within a culturally responsive, trauma-informed framework.

Hanouf is the Founder of True Self Practice, a psychotherapy practice serving MENA and Muslim communities, and a Lead Instructor & Clinical Trainer, Clinical Supervisor, and EMDRIA Approved Consultant-in-Training™. In these roles, she mentors clinicians, develops professional training programs, and delivers continuing education that translates complex psychological science into practical, real-world learning experiences. She is a CAMFT-Approved Continuing Education Provider, enabling her trainings to meet continuing education requirements for licensed clinicians.

Practicing across California and Saudi Arabia has given Hanouf a nuanced understanding of the relational, cultural, and systemic factors that influence emotional wellbeing in Arab and Muslim communities. Her work bridges clinical expertise with public education, helping individuals, professionals, and organizations better understand trauma, attachment, emotional safety, and healthy relationships while honoring the cultural contexts in which healing takes place.

With more than 12 years of clinical and educational experience, Hanouf has delivered over 84 workshops, masterclasses, and professional trainings, reaching more than 6,500 participants across the GCC and beyond. She is widely recognized for translating research into engaging, practical learning experiences that audiences can immediately apply in their personal lives, professional roles, and clinical practice. Her work continues to advance trauma-informed, culturally responsive mental health education for clinicians and communities across the MENA region and beyond.