IACC Sakeena Services
Sakeena Services is NOT an emergency crisis service. For urgent issues, please call 911.
Sakeena Services is currently only able to provide services for community members residing within the state of Texas.
IACC Sakeena Services
Those seeking assistance please call 1-833-SAKEENA (1-833-725-3362) to schedule a counseling session.
- One of the Sakeena Services counselors will contact you back to schedule counseling. Please allow at least 48 hours of contact time.
- Counselor will determine if counseling is needed and will determine the number of sessions that may be needed.
- Counseling services are free of charge for up to the first 3 sessions.
Mission Statement
IACC Sakeena Services is dedicated to providing services in response to the social needs of the Muslim communities of Northern Dallas. Sakeena Services works with other IACC committees, Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation (TMWF), Muslim Community Center for Human Services (MCCHS), American Muslim Women Physicians Association (AMWPA), and other organizations to secure help for community members seeking assistance in domestic issues.
Points to note regarding counseling sessions:
- Counselor will determine if counseling is needed and will determine the number of sessions that may be needed.
- Initial Intake Session will be 1 hour.
- Follow-up sessions will be 45 minutes.
- Sakeena Services will allow 3 free sessions (maximum) per client. Number of sessions needed will be at the counselor’s discretion.
- If clients need more than 3 sessions, then Sakeena Services will charge the following co-pay fees:
- $40 per each extra session for individual counseling sessions.
- $60 per session for couples’ counseling sessions.
- Co-pay fees must be paid prior to the scheduled counseling session.
- Clients are required to give advance notice if they want to cancel a session.
- If clients do not show up for an appointment or show up late, no appointment will be given for next 30 days.
Services
The Sakeena Services Program provides counseling for the following:
- Religious/Spiritual Counseling
- Pre-Marital Counseling
- Marital issues
- Domestic issues
- Depression
- Stress Management
- Parenting Challenges
- Youth/Teen Issues
- Addictions
- Bullying
Pre-Marital Counseling:
We have 2 options available:
- An 8 hour course approved by the state of Texas ($300)
- A 3-4 hour course that addresses each couple’s needs specifically ($150)
Please note that both partners of the nikah need to be within the state of Texas. We prefer to do these sessions in person at the masjid, but we can accommodate virtual sessions if needed.
8-Hour Course Essentials:
- Duration: 8 hours (can be split into 1–2 days or multiple sessions)
- Format: Psychoeducation, discussions, role‑plays, and couple exercises
- Instructor: Licensed mental health professional. clergy, marriage educator, or certified facilitator
- Course topics: Islamic foundations of marriage; Communication & respect skills; Conflict management; Building shared values (finances, intimacy, parenting); Faith integration & family action plan
- Couples receive a certificate of completion valid for 1 year, waiving the 72‑hour waiting period and reducing the marriage license fee
3-4 Hour Course Essentials:
- Duration: 3-4 hours
- Format: Discussion and topics will address individual couple needs
- Instructor: Licensed mental health professional. clergy, marriage educator, or certified facilitator
- Cannot present to the county to get any waivers or discounts
- Topics discussed: Healthy Communication Skills; Conflict Management Strategies; Roles/Expectations; Future Vision and Goals
Help Line
For those seeking assistance: 1-833-725-3362
Please call 911 if you are in a life threatening situation.
To reach the mobile crisis unit for Collin County Click Here
Local Resources
Texas Muslim Women’s Foundation Visit website
Mission: To empower, promote and support Muslim Women and families through educational outreach, charitable and social services in the DFW area.
Muslim Community Center for Human Services Visit Website
Resources: Al Shifa Clinic, Eye Clinic, Dental Clinic, Help Line, Roshni (domestic violence), Outreach and Refugee Resettlement
Assistance Center-Collin County Visit Website
Serves the residents of Collin County by providing emergency food, shelter, clothing, medicine, and access to medical and social services.
Market Street Free Antibiotics and Prenatal Vitamins Visit Website
Application for Aged and Disabled Form H1200-EZ Apply Here
Volunteer Should you need any assistance or if you would like to contribute your time to the Social Services committee, please contact us at ssc@planomasjid.org. We are currently seeking certified counselors and therapists from our community.
Please note that all information submitted to the SSC is kept private and confidential.
