Khizra Sheikh

Psychology graduate with practical experience in rehabilitation and psychiatric care settings. Skilled in psychoeducation, patient support, behavioral management, and interpersonal communication. Experienced in working with vulnerable populations through counseling assistance and mental health awareness activities. Passionate about promoting emotional wellbeing and committed to contributing to child protection, psychosocial support, and community mental health initiatives.

Counselor - Pak Recovery Center - Karachi

(2023-08 - 2024-07)

• Assisted in psychoeducational and counseling sessions for individuals recovering from substance use disorders.
• Provided emotional support and participated in patient engagement activities.
• Collaborated with senior staff in rehabilitation and recovery-oriented interventions.
• Observed behavioral patterns and contributed to supportive care planning.

Intern - Karwan-e-Hayat - Psychiatric Care & Rehabilitation Center

(2022-07 - 2022-09)

• Completed 80 clinical hours in psychiatric rehabilitation settings.
• Assisted in one-on-one counseling and psychoeducational sessions.
• Supported crisis intervention and behavioral management activities.
• Participated in patient care, therapeutic activities, and recovery-focused programs.
• Observed clinical practices and multidisciplinary teamwork in mental health care.

Bachelor's - Psychology - Muhammad Ali Jinnah University, Karachi (2019 - 2023)

Intermediate - Pre-Medical - Khursheed Girls College, Karachi (2018 - 2019)

Matriculation - Al-Manar Model School (2016 - 2017)