Dr. Sehrish Malik is committed to developing accessible and empowering resources for Muslim mothers to navigate life’s stressors and familial challenges.

Sehrish Malik completed her academic journey at York University, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Women’s Studies, a Master’s degree in Gender Studies, and graduate diplomas in Asian Studies and Comparative Literature. She later completed her PhD in Humanities, specializing in gender-based trauma, psychoanalysis, motherhood, and the processes of loss and mourning.

Most recently, Sehrish authored an article published by the American Psychological Association (APA). In this piece, she explores the intersection of maternal mental health, cultural responsiveness, and community-based care.

Drawing on this interdisciplinary academic foundation, she founded Maternal Minds in 2023 to create culturally responsive and accessible support for Muslim mothers. Alongside her professional and academic work, Sehrish embraces the joys and challenges of motherhood while raising two daughters. At Maternal Minds, she designs and facilitates programs aimed at helping mothers recognize their strengths, overcome obstacles, and reach their full potential.

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