Zubaida Khan

Dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with over seven years of progressive experience in clinical psychology, psychotherapy, psychological assessment, community mental health, psychosocial support, research, and mental health promotion. Experienced in working with children, adolescents, adults, women, families, refugees, and vulnerable populations across hospitals, clinics, NGOs, and community-based settings. Demonstrates strong expertise in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), psychological assessment, crisis intervention, suicide prevention, family psychoeducation, and evidence-based therapeutic interventions.

Skilled in delivering mental health awareness initiatives, capacity-building programs, psychosocial support services, research activities, and multidisciplinary collaboration while upholding the highest standards of professional ethics and confidentiality.

Clinical Psychologist - Karwan-e-Hayat Institute for Mental Health Care - Karachi

(2023-09 - 2026-05)

Clinical Responsibilities: Conducted psychological assessments, clinical interviews, and case formulations. Collected comprehensive patient histories through interviews and behavioral observations. Provided evidence-based psychotherapy and counseling services. Delivered individual, family, and supportive counseling interventions. Maintained confidential clinical records and psychological reports. Prepared case summaries, progress notes, and monthly reports.

Community Mental Health: Organized community mental health awareness campaigns. Conducted psychoeducation sessions in schools, colleges, hospitals, and community settings. Delivered workshops on stress management, emotional regulation, resilience, and psychological wellbeing. Contributed to stigma reduction initiatives related to mental illness.

Refugee Mental Health: Provided psychological counseling and psychosocial support to Afghan refugees. Conducted trauma-informed interventions. Supported vulnerable individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, grief, and adjustment difficulties.

Capacity

Building & Youth Development: Conducted career counseling sessions. Facilitated youth empowerment programs. Delivered life skills educa

Community Mental Health Officer - IRD Global Pakistan

(2021-10 - 2023-01)

• Implemented community-based mental health projects in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa.
• Conducted mental health screening and psychosocial assessments.
• Provided psychological counseling services.
• Supported operations of the IRD Mental Health Helpline.
• Conducted community outreach and awareness campaigns.
• Assisted with referral services.
• Prepared weekly and monthly reports.
• Maintained patient records and documentation.

Mental Health Officer - IRD Global Pakistan

(2020-02 - 2021-04)

• Screened patients using PHQ-4, PHQ-9, GAD-7, and Quality of Life (QoL) assessment tools.
• Conducted patient interviews and psychological assessments.
• Collected detailed psychosocial histories.
• Provided counseling for depression, anxiety, stress, and emotional difficulties.
• Conducted awareness sessions and psychoeducation activities.
• Participated in weekly supervision meetings and peer-learning sessions.
• Maintained manual and electronic patient databases.
• Performed online data entry and reporting.
• Coordinated referrals to psychiatrists and other healthcare professionals.

Clinical Psychologist - WolG Clinic

(2018-01 - 2020-01)

• Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments.
• Performed intake interviews and behavioral observations.
• Developed individualized treatment plans.
• Provided psychotherapy and counseling services.
• Conducted family counseling sessions.
• Prepared psychological reports.
• Maintained confidential patient records.
• Worked collaboratively with psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams.

Community Outreach Volunteer - Karwan-e-Hayat Institute for Mental Health Care

• Conducted community awareness sessions.
• Assisted in mental health outreach activities.
• Supported psychoeducation programs.

Volunteer - Seha Medical Center

• Assisted healthcare professionals in patient support services.
• Participated in community health activities.

Doctor of Clinical Psychology - Clinical Psychology - University of Karachi

Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology - University of Karachi (2017 - 2020)

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology Major - Khatoon-e-Pakistan Government College for Women, University of Karachi (2012 - 2015)