Zahra has lived experience of trauma, substance abuse and addiction to high performance. The child of an authoritarian father, Zahra’s family journeyed from Kuwait to Australia via Iran, a complex experience of displacement and disruption which affected her feelings of safety, identity and belonging. In her adult life she turned to drugs, alcohol and work in her search of a level of comfort, but also to the study of psychology. With a deep understanding of others facing similar challenges, Zahra is a now a psychologist specialising in trauma, addiction and mental health rehabilitation, working with clients at the levels of mind, body and spirit.
The Living Free show may involve discussion of topics such as suicide, mental illness, self-harm and family violence. Please practise self-care and care of others when listening.
The Living Free Crew
