Mahrukh Ali

Dedicated and compassionate Psychologist and Behavior Therapist with over 2 years of hands-on clinical and rehabilitation experience working with special needs children, neurodevelopmental disorders, and young adults. Proven expertise across NGO, rehabilitation, and hospital settings in managing Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD, Down Syndrome, Intellectual Disabilities (ID), and Cerebral Palsy (CP). Adept at conducting informal psychological assessments, designing individualized behavior intervention plans, and delivering impactful parental counseling.

Seeking to leverage clinical skills in a professional clinical, school, or rehabilitation environment in Lahore.

Psychologist & Behaviour Therapist (Part-time) - LAP Women & Children Welfare Trust - Karachi, Pakistan

(2025-10 - 2026-04)

• Conducted informal psychological assessments for children and young adults aged 3–22 with neurodevelopmental challenges.
• Designed and implemented individualized behavior intervention plans tailored to each client's unique behavioral goals.
• Delivered structured parental counseling and psychoeducation sessions to support families in continuing care at home.
• Collaborated closely within a multidisciplinary rehabilitation team to monitor and document progress regularly.

Psychologist & Behaviour Therapist (Full-time) - Pakistan Down Syndrome Association (PDSA) - Karachi, Pakistan

(2025-01 - 2025-07)

• Provided comprehensive psychological services and behavioral support for individuals aged 3–26 with Down Syndrome, Autism, and ADHD.
• Applied structured, evidence-based behavioral strategies to successfully reduce challenging behaviors and build vital adaptive life skills.
• Maintained accurate clinical documentation, daily session notes, and comprehensive progress reports for caregivers.
• Delivered psychoeducation and behavioral guidance sessions to help family members effectively manage developmental challenges at home.

Clinical Internee – Psychiatry & Behavioural Sciences - DistrictHeadquarters(DHQ) Hospital - Faisalabad, Pakistan

(2022-05 - 2022-07)

• Completed a clinical internship under top psychiatrists and senior psychologists gaining exposure to hospital workflows.
• Assisted in initial patient assessments, detailed case formulations, and medical record documentation; work rated "GOOD".

Customer Service Representative (Full-time) - Homeland Enterprises - Karachi, Pakistan

(2021-05 - 2023-07)

• Managed daily client inquiries with high patience and conflict-resolution skills, ensuring maximum customer satisfaction.
• Enhanced client retention rates and built strong rapport through effective verbal communication and active listening.

BS (Hons) - Applied Psychology - GCUniversity, Faisalabad (2018 - 2022)