Roomana Pervaiz
Lahore
Summary
Experienced psychologist specializing in psychological assessment, student counseling, and individualized treatment planning. Ability to use technology to improve educational outcomes and lead counseling initiatives to enhance student wellbeing.
Overview
3
3
Languages
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Psychology Lecturer
Higher Education Department, Punjab, Pakistan
Lahore, Punjab
01.2022 - Current
- Instructed intermediate and undergraduate psychology courses, supervising student research to enhance academic development.
- Established and currently manage Student Counseling and Wellbeing Centre, fostering a supportive environment for student mental health.
- Provided psychological counseling and wellbeing support to students, promoting their academic and personal success.
- Selected as Subject Specialist (Psychology) by the Academic Operations Wing, HED, Punjab, for quality assurance in teaching across colleges.
Psychologist
Special Protection Unit, Punjab Police
Lahore, Punjab
06.2021 - 01.2022
- Conducted and validated psychological assessments with standardized psychometric instruments, including MMPI and NEO-PI, to inform clinical insights.
- Prepared comprehensive psychological evaluation reports that guided recruitment and personnel decisions.
Clinical Counselor Intern
DBS Telecounseling Centre, National University of Science and Technology
Islamabad, ICT, Pakistan
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Conducted online psychological assessments and counseling for clients experiencing anxiety, stress, depression, and adjustment difficulties.
- Provided assessment and diagnosis of mental health issues to clients.
- Performed intake interviews with new clients by obtaining background information and presenting concerns.
- Developed individualized case formulations and treatment plans.
- Delivered CBT, Positive Psychology, and Person-Centred interventions.
- Implemented strategies that promote positive behavior change among clients including goal setting activities.
- Engaged in supervision from a licensed clinician on a regular basis for feedback on clinical interventions used during sessions.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss case progress and coordinate services with other providers.
Clinical Observer
Armed Forces Institute of Mental Health
Rawalpindi
10.2017 - 11.2017
- Observed patient interactions during therapy sessions to enhance understanding of mental health practices.
- Completed full and partial assessments and standardized tests to evaluate patient conditions and responses.
Education
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
National University of Science And Technology
Islamabad, Pakistan04-2022
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
International Islamic University Islamabad
Islamabad, Pakistan01-2018
Skills
- Psychological assessment
- Individualized treatment planning
- Cognitive behavioral therapy
- Student counseling
- Curriculum design
- Online teaching
- Student research guidance
- Quantitative research
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Urdu
Proficient (C2)
C2
Punjabi
Proficient (C2)
C2
Certification
- Psychologist Licence- Allied Health Professionals Council - AHPC (Govt. Of Pakistan)
- Trauma-Informed Therapy Certificate – Trauma Release and Wellness Centre, Karachi, Pakistan (2026)
- Trauma-Informed Coaching Certificate – The Centre for Healing, Australia 2025
- International Certification in Clinical Hypnotherapy (100 Hours) – National Guild of Hypnotherapists 2017
- Psychological First Aid – Johns Hopkins University, Coursera 2020
- Positive Psychology – University of Pennsylvania 2020
- Supporting children with difficulties in Reading and Writing, University of London, 2020
Accomplishments
- Pakistan-Scottish Scholarship for Women
Global Undergraduate Exchange Program (USEFP)
Merit Scholarship (BS Psychology)
Timeline
Psychology Lecturer
Higher Education Department, Punjab, Pakistan
01.2022 - Current
Psychologist
Special Protection Unit, Punjab Police
06.2021 - 01.2022
Clinical Counselor Intern
DBS Telecounseling Centre, National University of Science and Technology
01.2021 - 06.2021
Clinical Observer
Armed Forces Institute of Mental Health
10.2017 - 11.2017
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
National University of Science And Technology
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
International Islamic University Islamabad