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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
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Arooj Ashraf

Islamabad,Pakistan

Summary

Experienced Child/Adolescent Psychologist with 6 years of expertise in behavior therapy, IEP consultancy, play therapy, and addressing learning disabilities, anxiety, and trauma issues. Known for reliability, energy, and resourcefulness, dedicated to providing compassionate and ethical support for patients' healing journeys. Offers guidance and support training to parents of differently-abled children, fostering collaboration and holistic care. Specializes in counseling for adolescents and developing personality concerns therapies, aiming to address a broad spectrum of mental health needs in children and adolescents. Committed to contributing to their well-being through a comprehensive and compassionate therapeutic approach.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Clinical Child and Adolescents Psychologist/Snr Le

Shifa Tameer-e-milat University
Islamabad, Pakistan
09.2022 - Current

Educating students in management principles and coordinating activities between students and faculty, while as a clinical psychologist, specialize in providing therapy and interventions for children and adolescents


  • Facilitated partnerships with hospitals and organizations, formalizing MOU agreements and securing clinical placements for number of students across BSCP, MSCP, and PMDCP programs.
  • Supported graduating students in obtaining employment opportunities within school settings and clinics through extensive networking.
  • Supervised clinical internship for MSCP, BSCP and PMDCP and research projects for BSCP students, resulting in significant contributions to the field of clinical psychology
  • Contributed to the establishment of Shifa Psychological Services Clinic, overseeing official documentation and playing a pivotal role in its foundation.

Academic/ Behavior Interventionist

Headstart- Kuri campus
Islamabad, Pakistan
10.2020 - 06.2022


  • Developed individualized behavior plans and academic strategies for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Conduct Disorder.
  • Utilized Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques in counseling sessions to support positive behavior changes in children and adolescents.
  • Collaborated with families, school staff, and community resources to create a supportive and consistent environment for client.
  • Conducted assessments, progress monitoring, and data collection to track improvements and make necessary adjustments to interventions.

Behavior Therapist

The Bridge School
Islamabad, Pakistan
04.2019 - 05.2020
  • Collaborated with supervisor Saba Mohsin to provide specialized clinical psychology services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disabilities, and conduct disorders.
  • Implemented behavior therapy techniques to support clients in managing challenging behaviors and developing positive coping strategies.
  • Conducted assessments, developed behavior intervention plans, and monitored progress to promote social, emotional, and behavioral growth in clients.


Co-Therapist

Center for Psychological Rehabilitation
Islamabad, Pakistan
09.2018 - 02.2019
  • Worked closely with Dr. Uzma Masroor to gain expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy techniques.

Behavior Therapist

The Bridge School
Islamabad, Pakistan
04.2019 - 05.2020
  • Collaborated with supervisor Saba Mohsin to provide specialized clinical psychology services to clients with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Pervasive Developmental Disorder, Cerebral Palsy, Intellectual Disabilities, and conduct disorders.
  • Implemented behavior therapy techniques to support clients in managing challenging behaviors and developing positive coping strategies.
  • Conducted assessments, developed behavior intervention plans, and monitored progress to promote social, emotional, and behavioral growth in clients.

Education

Master of Clinial Philosophy -

Foundation University
Islamabad
09.2019 - 01.2022

MSc in Psychology -

International Islamic University
09.2016 - 02.2018

BSc in Psychology -

Punjab University
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
09.2013 - 02.2015

High School -

Pakistan International School
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
05.2010 - 05.2012

Skills

  • Computer Proficiency
  • Networking
  • Communication
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Teamwork
  • Self-management
  • Stress management
  • Work ethics

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE

KRL Hospital , Islamabad- Pakistan  Aug 2017 - Sep 2017

Department of Psychiatry

Completed 6 months Clinical training at KRL hospital, under the supervision of psychologist and Psychiatrist gain the experience and knowledge of psychotherapeutic techniques and medicine

o Volunteer for EEG’S and ECT

o Coordinated with rehabilitation center for rehab patients

o Quality work with autistics ID


Fast University - Islamabad, Pakistan  Jan 2018 - Mar 2018

Placement office

o Served as a counselor under the supervision of placement department

o Applied psychotherapeutic techniques such as CBT and eidetic therapy on multiple students facing career related or personal issues

o Applied different interviews and psychometric Testing on students.

Research and Publications

Battling Through the Norms of Pakistani Society: Mothers’ Apprehension Regarding Puberty of Their Daughters with Autism Spectrum Disorder


Authored an article in Volume 38, Issue 4 of the Pakistan Journal of Psychological Association (https://doi.org/10.33824/PJPR.2023.38.4.32)


Research Profile:

ORCID: 0000-0002-8482-5741 (Link to profile: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-8482-5741)


PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIPS

  • Pakistan Psychological Association, Pakistan.
  • Registered Behavior Technician-BACB, USA.
  • Eidetic Therapy- Ireland
  • Play Therapy-India

Timeline

Clinical Child and Adolescents Psychologist/Snr Le

Shifa Tameer-e-milat University
09.2022 - Current

Academic/ Behavior Interventionist

Headstart- Kuri campus
10.2020 - 06.2022

Master of Clinial Philosophy -

Foundation University
09.2019 - 01.2022

Behavior Therapist

The Bridge School
04.2019 - 05.2020

Behavior Therapist

The Bridge School
04.2019 - 05.2020

Co-Therapist

Center for Psychological Rehabilitation
09.2018 - 02.2019

MSc in Psychology -

International Islamic University
09.2016 - 02.2018

BSc in Psychology -

Punjab University
09.2013 - 02.2015

High School -

Pakistan International School
05.2010 - 05.2012
Arooj Ashraf