Ahmad Ali
Clinical Psychologist
Karachi,SD
Summary
Clinical Psychologist with robust background in Clinical Psychology. Provided therapeutic interventions and designed treatment plans that effectively improved client outcomes. Demonstrated skills in psychological assessment and evidence-based therapies.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Clinical Psychologist/Wellness Counselor
Institute of Business Administration Karachi (IBA)
08.2021 - Current
- Working as a Senior Wellness Counselor/Clinical Psychologist at Institute of Business Administration Karachi a renounced University in Pakistan.
- Formulate comprehensive psychodiagnostic reports integrating clinical observations, testing data, and case history.
- Develop and document individualized treatment plans based on evidence-based frameworks and clinical judgment.
- Provide individual and group psychotherapy using integrative, evidence-based modalities (e.g., CBT, DBT, ACT, interpersonal therapy).
- Psychological intake sessions, assessment, diagnosis and referral
- Conducting training workshops and peer support program
- Assisted in creating new protocol for screening, intervention and relapse prevention of drug addiction
- Serve as a consultant in disciplinary, academic, or administrative cases, offering psychological evaluations and recommendations when required.
- Plan and lead preventive mental health initiatives, including campaigns, seminars, and wellness workshops.
- Support the development of university-wide mental health policies and initiatives, in partnership with key stakeholders.
- Maintain accurate, secure, and confidential clinical records, including progress notes and case summaries.
- Design and implement mental health programs and policies aligned with university values and psychological best practices.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress, adhering to strict confidentiality policies while ensuring continuity of care across providers.
Clinical Psychologist/student counselor
SZABIST University Clifton Main Campus, Karachi
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Served as a Senior Clinical Psychologist and student counselor at SZABIST (Shaheed Zulfiqar Ali Bhutto Institute of science and Technology, Karachi)
- Developed comprehensive treatment plans for clients, resulting in improved mental health and wellbeing.
- Led group therapy sessions for diverse populations, fostering a supportive environment for growth and wellbeing.
- Consulted with community organizations to develop mental health programs tailored to local needs, increasing accessibility of services.
- Conducted thorough psychological assessments to accurately diagnose disorders and inform appropriate interventions.
- Educated family members about psychiatric disorders and their impact on individuals'' emotional well-being, fostering greater understanding among support systems.
Clinical Psychologist
APHA school of special Education Karachi
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Conducted psychological assessments for adults and children to help address variety of mental health issues and conducted psychological assessments.
- Led group therapy sessions for diverse populations, fostering a supportive environment for growth.
- Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems.
Clinical Psychologist
Institute of Behavioral psychology, DHA Karachi
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Clinical interview, intake, assessment and therapy
- Provided psychotherapy incorporating cognitive-behavioral, client-centered and play-therapy to treat wide range of psychological problems in patients.
- Psychological assessment
- Screening brief intervention and referral for treatment
- Individual and Group Counseling
- Conducting lectures and workshops for community
Clinical Psychologist (M.Phil.)
Institute of clinical Psychology, Karachi
01.2017 - 02.2021
Trainee Psychologist/ Observership
Aga Khan University Hospital, Department of Psychiatry
10.2015
Counselor
Amman Foundation Karachi
06.2015
Education
M.PHIL - Clinical Psychology
Institute of Clinical Psychology, Karachi
01.2019
BS(HONS) - Psychology
University of Peshawar
01.2015
HSSC - pre-medical
Govt. Degree College Chitral
01.2011
SSC - science group
Pamir public school Garam Chashma
01.2008
Skills
Psychological assessment
Affiliations
- American Psychological Association (International Affiliate Status)
- World Federation Against Drug
- United Nation office Of Drug and Crime
- Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association
- International Association for Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Allied Professions
- World Psychiatric Association
Training
- Leading Mental Health and representing my Institute of Business Administration Karachi Higher Education System Strengthening Activity (HESSA) Project aims at providing technical assistance to several Pakistani Universities through University of Utah, USA, in three broad areas: (1) leadership development and institutional governance; (2) faculty development, research, curriculum modernization, and entrepreneurship; and (3) students’ support services
- Global Mental Health Trainer- Aga Khan Health Board for Pakistan
- Group analytic psychotherapy- Institute of Group Analysis, UK
- National Master Trainer Universal Prevention Curriculum of UNODC (United Nation of Drug and Crime) TOTs
- Training on Universal Prevention Curriculum (Coordinators Series)
- Supervised counselling and psychotherapy sessions mental health and substance use problems.
- Supervised psychological assessment of patients with mental health and substance use problems.
- Conducted Workshop for staff and faculties in SZABIST “Stress Management in Workplace”
- Conducted Workshop for staff and faculties in SZABIST “Communication skills”
- One day session was conducted regarding Suicide prevention at SZABIST on October 1st, 2019
- One day session was conducted on Drug addiction and its prevention at SZABIST on September 2019
- Session on Stress management and was done at SZABIST on August 2019
- One day Free Mental health camp was conducted regarding identification of mental health issues and approach at Paraebeg Gramchashma Chitral on April 2018
- Session was conducted on “Prevention of Drug Addiction” in Chital Gramchashama on 2018
- Sessions was conducted on “Stress management and Suicide prevention” on Al-Nasir Public school Chitral.
- Conducted training on Parenting styles and family conflicts in APHA School Karachi
Field of Interest:
- Psychology
- Psychotherapies
- Psychological Assessment
- Counseling
- Research
- Administration
Personal Statement:
Ability may take you to the top, but it requires character to remain there.
Additional Courses Continuing Education of “American Psychological Association”
- The Risk of Social Isolation
- Best Practices for an Online World (Web Based)
- How Psychologists Can Bring Their Expertise to End-of-Life Care
- New Paths for People With Prolonged Grief Disorder
- Psychologists' Roles in Helping to Treat Opioid-Use Disorders and Prevent Overdoses
- APA Offers New Guidance for Treating Depression
- Treating Bipolar Disorder in Kids and Teens
- Better Relationships with Patients Lead to Better Outcomes
- Depression During Pregnancy is an Often-Overlooked Opportunity to Intervene Early
- What Are the Benefits of Mindfulness?
- Complementary and Alternative Medicine
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES:
Playing Football, cricket, table tennis and volleyball.
References
Available when needed
Timeline
Clinical Psychologist/Wellness Counselor
Institute of Business Administration Karachi (IBA)
08.2021 - Current
Clinical Psychologist/student counselor
SZABIST University Clifton Main Campus, Karachi
03.2019 - 08.2021
Clinical Psychologist
Institute of Behavioral psychology, DHA Karachi
01.2017 - 01.2018
Clinical Psychologist (M.Phil.)
Institute of clinical Psychology, Karachi
01.2017 - 02.2021
Clinical Psychologist
APHA school of special Education Karachi
01.2016 - 01.2018
Trainee Psychologist/ Observership
Aga Khan University Hospital, Department of Psychiatry
10.2015
Counselor
Amman Foundation Karachi
06.2015
BS(HONS) - Psychology
University of Peshawar
HSSC - pre-medical
Govt. Degree College Chitral
SSC - science group
Pamir public school Garam Chashma
M.PHIL - Clinical Psychology
Institute of Clinical Psychology, Karachi
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