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Hira Sajjad

Clinical Psychologist
Karachi, Sindh

Summary

Talented Clinical Neuropsychologist with record of success in addressing needs of children with developmental disorders and counseling adults regarding anxiety and stress management. Skilled in diagnostic testing and assessment, treatment planning and habilitation. Focused on helping patients manage conditions for optimal functioning.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Clinical Neuropsychologist

Liaquat National Hospital
07.2023 - Current
  • Performed comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of each patient as basis for advanced treatment planning.
  • Conducted interviews with family members and other knowledgeable persons to learn patient history and symptoms.
  • Helped patients dealing with Anxiety, Stress and Cognitive issues.
  • Administered tests and questionnaires concerning psychological aspects of mood, behavior and personality.
  • Provided counseling services to college students facing a variety of challenges, including academic stress, relationship issues, career concerns, and mental health difficulties.
  • Educated clients about their diagnosis, prognosis, and available treatments options through one-on-one counseling sessions.
  • Performed psychometric testing to monitor patient progress, adjusting treatment plans as needed based on observed results.
  • Conducted individual and group therapy, behavioral interventions and intervention with families as part of interdisciplinary team treatment approach.
  • Assessed attention, memory and reasoning cognitive functions.
  • Completed comprehensive assessments relevant to patient's presenting concerns and treatment goals.

Art Therapy Intern

Able Healthcare
02.2018 - 04.2018
  • Observed patients during sessions to assess progress and track data.
  • Visited schools for children with developmental challenges to provide individual and group therapy.
  • Handled 30 individual children with Autism and created detailed art therapy plans.


Research Assistant Intern

Abbott
12.2015 - 02.2016
  • Selected research tools and methods to access and analyze required data.
  • Collaborated with researchers to design and execute experiments.
  • Coded data in preparation for computer entry.
  • Completed research, compiled data, and assisted in timely reporting.
  • Compiled data in reports and other documents using Microsoft Excel and Word.

Education

Ph.D. - Psychology (in Progress)

University of Karachi
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
04.2001 -

M.Phil - Psychology

Univeristy of Karachi
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

University of Karachi
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Mass Communication, English Literature

DA Degree College For Women
Karachi, Sindh, Pakistan
04.2001 -

Skills

Behavioral Therapy with Children with Autism

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Certification

Practitioner of Art as Therapy

Timeline

Clinical Neuropsychologist

Liaquat National Hospital
07.2023 - Current

Art Therapy Intern

Able Healthcare
02.2018 - 04.2018

Practitioner of Art as Therapy

05-2016

Research Assistant Intern

Abbott
12.2015 - 02.2016

Ph.D. - Psychology (in Progress)

University of Karachi
04.2001 -

M.Phil - Psychology

Univeristy of Karachi
04.2001 -

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology

University of Karachi
04.2001 -

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Mass Communication, English Literature

DA Degree College For Women
04.2001 -

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