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About Rebel Therapies

A Team of Screen Addiction Specialists Helping You Build Healthier Digital Habits

Our Mission at Rebel Therapies

At Rebel Therapies, our mission is to tackle the challenges of our digital world by encouraging healthier, more mindful use of technology.

We focus on reducing the harmful effects of screen overuse, digital addiction and the emotional strain of being constantly online. Children are especially at risk, facing problems like shorter attention spans, poor sleep and rising anxiety. That’s why we work to raise awareness and provide practical strategies that help families build healthier, more balanced digital habits.

Our team of counsellors, mentors, therapists and parents work together to encourage a healthier, more respectful relationship with technology. We believe that empathy, education and shared experience can build resilience and help restore real human connection in our digital world.

Our Vision

We strive to create a world where:

– Technology enhances rather than disrupts our well-being.
– Children grow up with healthy digital habits.
– Families feel more connected and present.
– Individuals feel empowered to live more balanced, fulfilling lives, on and offline.

We are committed to supporting current and future generations in building a healthier digital future for all.

How Can We Help You Fight Screen Addiction?

At Rebel Therapies, we offer a range of supportive services to help individuals and families overcome screen addiction and develop healthier relationships with technology.

Our offerings include in-depth programmes like the 5-part Combat Screen Harm & Addiction course, shorter awareness-boosting sessions, one-to-one therapy and coaching, as well as mentoring, workshops, and masterclasses designed for parents, caregivers, educators, and anyone looking to reduce the impact of digital overuse and create a more balanced, connected lifestyle.

What truly sets us apart is the strength and credibility of our multidisciplinary team. At Rebel Therapies, you’ll be supported by a compassionate group of professionals who are not only passionate advocates for digital well-being but also highly qualified and fully vetted.

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Who Are Rebel Therapies?

Rebel Therapies was founded in 2017 after our founder, Munur Shah, experienced the emotional toll of screen addiction within his own family. Overwhelmed by constant digital distractions, Munur felt disconnected, drained, and unfulfilled, until he realised the same patterns were affecting his children.

Determined to make a change, he spent years researching the root causes of screen addiction and the ways technology influences our thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. What began as a personal journey grew into a powerful mission: to help others break free from the grip of intrusive tech and reclaim a more present, balanced life.

Today, Munur leads a dedicated team of counsellors, therapists, mentors, and parents who share his passion. The team includes certified executive coaches, psychotherapists, EFT practitioners and hypnotherapists who hold accreditations from respected professional bodies, such as the Association for Coaching, the Coaching Academy and the National Council for Hypnotherapy (NCH). We are proud to have team members who have received Master NLP Practitioner status, an elite level of training involving year-long study and mentorship.

Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, educator, or professional, our services are designed to help you reduce the impact of digital overuse and foster a more balanced, mindful, and connected lifestyle. With Rebel Therapies, you’re in the hands of experienced, empathetic experts who are deeply committed to making a lasting difference.

“Combat Screen Addiction taught me to build a better relationship with my children regarding how we talk to each other about their social media and gaming habit, and how we can all make informed choices about what we do online.”

Amy Robins, mum of 2 teenage girls

Meet Our Specialist Team

At Rebel Therapies, our strength lies in the diversity of our experience and the depth of our compassion. Each member of our team brings not only professional qualifications and accreditations but also a profound personal commitment to transforming lives affected by screen addiction and emotional overwhelm.

Munur Shah

Founder | Executive Coach | Screen Addiction Specialist | Author | Speaker

Screen addiction specialist, mentor, author and speaker, helping families address the emotional and behavioural effects of tech overuse.

Petra Salva OBE

Strategic Intervention Coach | NLP Practitioner | Youth and Community Expert

Award-winning youth and community leader, qualified coach, and strategic advisor on homelessness and social issues.

Shabazz Nelson

Psychotherapeutic Practitioner | Accredited Coach | Behavioural Change Specialist

Behavioural change specialist with over 20 years’ experience helping clients build resilience and confidence.

Richard Bell

Addiction Recovery Coach | NLP Practitioner | Mentor

Executive coach and mentor with a background in tech entrepreneurship and career development.

Melanie Shah

Integrative Therapist | EFT, NLP and Hypnotherapy Specialist | Life Coach

Integrative therapist using EFT, NLP, hypnotherapy, and coaching to support mental health and personal growth.

Martin Watson

Psychoanalyst

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Is Screen Overuse Taking a Toll on Your Family Life?

Published in November 2024, Screen Addict: Parenting Success Stories That Will Change Your Life by Munur Shah blends powerful real-life narratives with in-depth research to explore the root causes, consequences, and practical strategies for tackling screen, mobile phone and gaming addiction.

This insightful guide equips parents, caregivers, teachers, and guardians with actionable tools to start fostering healthier tech habits and reconnect meaningfully, starting today.

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Rebel Therapies in the Media:

Radio Harrow Interview | Munur Shah | Screen Time Advocate

Tim is joined in the studio by Munur Shah, who is working passionately to educate parents and young people about the dangers of excessive screen time and the pitfalls of social media - identifying the "Bad Actors" who are endangering our children.

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Munur Shah

After facing the emotional impact of screen addiction within his own family, Munur embarked on a deeply personal and professional mission to understand and combat the forces driving digital overuse. This journey led to the founding of Rebel Therapies in 2017.

Munur is an executive coach who has received his master NLP practitioner accreditation, a rigorous year-long training programme equipping him with training in advanced language patterns, behavioural modelling, and integration techniques. He is also a member of both the Association for Coaching and the Academy of Coaching and Training. His coaching and mentoring style is known for its depth, clarity, and powerful results.

Munur’s lived experience, combined with years of intensive study, empowers him to develop breakthrough strategies for families struggling with screen dependency. He is the author of Screen Addict: Parenting Success Stories That Will Change Your Life, a powerful guide for those seeking to restore balance and connection in a digitally distracted world. Widely recognised across Harrow, North London and Hertfordshire, Munur has delivered impactful talks to schools, borough councils, including Barnet Council, and prestigious institutions such as the University of Oxford and Christ Church College.

Petra Salva OBE

Petra Salva began her career in youth and community work after graduating with a BA Hons in Community and Youth Studies in Lancaster. Since then, she has accumulated 30 years’ experience working with young people and adults. Petra is best known for her work and contribution working in the third sector in the UK and abroad, specifically leading and designing projects within homeless charities and influencing the Government, local authorities, and the London Mayor’s Office around national and local rough sleeping strategies. She also has significant experience in leadership roles and managing large-scale change.

She has been at the forefront of developing services that directly support some of the most destitute people in our society, and in 2019 she was awarded an OBE for her years of contribution and impact in this field.

Petra is passionate about helping people and organisations to grow and develop their skills and aspirations. She is a qualified coach and mentor with many years of experience in delivering training and working one-to-one or in groups. Petra is an Accredited Executive Coach, Accredited NLP Practitioner, and is also a Master NLP accreditation.

Shabazz Nelson

Shabazz has spent over 20 years supporting clients through transformative behavioural change. As a qualified psychotherapeutic practitioner and Accredited NLP Practitioner, he brings a depth of insight into the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural patterns that drive digital dependency.

With an empathetic yet strategic style, Shabazz supports both adults and young people to overcome anxiety, addiction, self-esteem issues, and emotional trauma. His coaching is grounded in psychotherapy principles, making him an exceptional guide for clients who need both depth and direction.

Shabazz is deeply committed to using his expertise to help others achieve personal resilience and growth.

Richard Bell

Richard brings a unique blend of professional insight and lived experience to his work as an addiction coach. With a background in tech entrepreneurship and personal recovery, Richard has an intimate understanding of the behavioural traps and dopamine cycles that underpin digital and screen-based addictions.

As an NLP Practitioner, his work is future-focused and results-driven, helping clients rewrite their inner narratives and reclaim a life of purpose and connection. Richard works one-to-one with individuals, particularly supporting young adults and professionals navigating addiction, anxiety, and life transitions.

If you’re ready to break free from screen addiction and take back control of your time, emotions, and energy, our team is here to guide you every step of the way.

 

Melanie Shah

Melanie is a deeply intuitive and accomplished therapist who combines Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), NLP, hypnotherapy and life coaching to address the unconscious roots of anxiety, trauma, and behavioural patterns. Her approach is both scientific and soulful, blending ancient healing with modern psychology.

With degrees in both Psychology and Finance, and an Accredited Certified EFT Practitioner through EFTi, Melanie also holds diplomas in Hypnotherapy, NLP and Life Coaching from the Optimal Health Clinic in London. Melanie is also a member of the Association of Hypnotherapy and is in the process of completing her Enhanced DBS.

Her sessions, described by clients as “gentle but powerful,” focus on unlocking stuck emotions and building deep emotional resilience. Melanie’s work is a cornerstone of our one-to-one therapeutic services at Rebel Therapies.

Martin Watson

Martin is an experienced accredited psychodynamic psychotherapist with many years of working with and helping adults. Martin believes in creating a safe space and a trusting relationship can help us think and explore together the reasons you might be looking for help and counselling. He has worked with many ranges of anxiety, depression, trauma, and loss. He has a gentle, sensitive approach and would welcome meeting you to see if he can help you too.

Martin is a fully qualified psychodynamic psychotherapist accredited with the BPC (British Psychoanalytic Council). He offers individual therapy to adults and young people. He is also a registered member of the BACP (MBACP).

He has been offering individual therapy and counselling for many years in both private practise and within organisations. He is currently working with the Counselling Foundation and has previously worked at Mind in Barnet for many years. Martin also worked as part of the Grief Encounter adult bereavement counselling team.