| Occupation | Clinical Psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD Clinical Psychology — University of Karachi |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, Culturally Adapted Therapy |
| Registration | Pakistan Council of Psychologists (PCP #KHI-2345) |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Ayesha Malik — PCP-registered clinical psychologist and EMDRIA-certified EMDR therapist based in Karachi, Pakistan. She specializes in trauma, anxiety, and women's mental health. Dr. Malik is deeply committed to making trauma-informed care accessible in Pakistan, where mental health services remain scarce and stigma high.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| PTSD & complex trauma | EMDR, TF-CBT |
| Anxiety & panic | CBT, EMDR |
| Women's mental health | EMDR, Culturally Adapted Therapy |
| Domestic violence recovery | EMDR, TF-CBT |
| Depression | CBT, EMDR |
| Grief & loss | EMDR, CBT |
Dr. Malik's approach is compassionate, culturally grounded, and deeply respectful. She understands the particular sensitivities of working in Pakistan — where family honour, religious values, and community expectations shape the therapeutic conversation. She creates a space where clients can speak freely, knowing their cultural context is understood and honoured.
She offers in-person sessions in Clifton and telehealth across Pakistan.