Being a Psychosocial Counselor at DANESH Organization, an implementing partner of UNHCR, I play a pivotal role in providing psychosocial support within the Protection Services project for Afghan refugees. My responsibilities span three key components: Child Protection (CP), Gender-Based Violence (GBV) prevention and response, and Community-Based Protection (CBP). I work closely with caseworkers who refer individuals requiring psychosocial support, conducting detailed assessments and providing tailored therapeutic interventions based on their needs.
In addition to individual case management, I facilitate thematic sessions, including Knowledge Improvement Programs (KIPs), Life Skills-Based Education (LSBE) for school and out-of-school children, and Empowerment and Accountability Programs (EMAP). I organize and lead community-focused events such as MHPSS camps, 16 Days of Activism, Refugee Day, and Women’s Day, delivering awareness sessions to Outreach Volunteers (OVs), Community Committees (CCs), and the broader refugee community. Furthermore, I support internal organizational well-being by providing counseling services to staff, ensuring a holistic approach to mental health and psychosocial support. My role emphasizes collaboration, capacity-building, and fostering resilience among refugees and organizational teams.

As a Child Psychologist at Beaconhouse Newlands, Multan, from August 2023 to January 2024, I provided psychological support and therapeutic interventions to children with neurodevelopmental conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Down syndrome, and other neurological challenges. My responsibilities included conducting psychological assessments, designing individualized therapeutic programs, and implementing evidence-based interventions to enhance learning, manage behavior, and support emotional well-being. I collaborated with teachers, parents, and stakeholders to create an inclusive environment, developed behavior modification plans, and monitored progress to ensure goal attainment. By fostering effective communication and offering guidance to families and educators, I successfully contributed to the personal growth and development of the children, improving their learning outcomes and social adaptability.

At AL-NASR Drug Rehabilitation Center, I worked with individuals experiencing substance use disorders and co-occurring psychological challenges. My role involved conducting counseling sessions, applying therapeutic interventions, and supporting clients in their recovery journey. I also planned and conducted a research assessment that formed the basis for my clinical psychology research titled "The Relationship Between Trauma Exposure, Coping Mechanisms, and Treatment Outcomes in Individuals with Substance Use Disorder." This research enhanced my understanding of the interplay between trauma and addiction recovery. My work included creating structured treatment plans, fostering coping skills, and collaborating with clients to achieve positive treatment outcomes.