Student Counselor / Psychologist

Mehak Zindagi

Student Counselor | Mental Health Facilitator | Clinical Psychology Practitioner | Youth Development & Well-being Advocate
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Mehak Zindagi
01 / Profile

About Me

Dedicated Student Counselor and Psychologist with academic and practical experience in clinical psychology, mental health awareness, student counseling, and psychosocial support. Skilled in conducting psychological assessments, administering screening tools including DASS-21, PHQ-9, and GAD-7, and delivering counseling services to students, adolescents, teachers, and caregivers.

Possesses hands-on experience through internships in psychiatry, neurology, and community mental health settings, with expertise in patient history taking, counseling techniques, mental health screenings, and awareness program implementation. Experienced in designing and conducting workshops on stress management, anger control, resilience building, and emotional well-being.

Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with educational institutions, healthcare organizations, and development sector organizations to promote mental health, early intervention, and supportive learning environments. Strong competencies in communication, coordination, administration, data management, and youth development initiatives, complemented by proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and community engagement activities.

02 / Expertise

Technical Skills

Clinical Psychology

  • Psychological Assessment 90%
  • DSM-5 Diagnostic Criteria 90%
  • Differential Diagnosis 90%
  • Patient History Taking 90%

Counseling & Mental Health

  • Counseling Techniques 90%
  • Mental Health Awareness Sessions 90%
  • Stress Management 90%
  • Anger Management 90%
  • Psychological Screening 90%
  • Psychological First Aid 90%
  • Suicide Prevention 90%

Student Support Services

  • Youth Counseling 90%
  • Career Guidance 90%
  • Classroom Counseling Sessions 90%
  • Teacher Counseling 90%
  • Parent Counseling 90%

Assessment Tools

  • Mental Health Screening Tools (DASS-21) 90%
  • PHQ-9 Administration 90%
  • GAD-7 Administration 90%

Research & Data Management

  • Data Collection 90%
  • Data Entry 90%
  • Research Data Management 90%
  • Progress Tracking 90%

Office Productivity

  • Microsoft Excel 90%
  • Microsoft Word 90%
  • Microsoft PowerPoint 90%
  • Report Preparation 90%

Training & Facilitation

  • Session Facilitation 90%
  • Workshop Management 90%
  • Mental Health Content Development 90%
  • Awareness Campaign Management 90%
03 / Offerings

Services Offered

Student Counseling Services

Provide individual and group counseling services to students for academic, emotional, behavioral, and personal development challenges.

Mental Health Awareness Programs

Design and conduct mental health awareness sessions for students, teachers, parents, and community members to promote psychological well-being.

Psychological Assessment & Screening

Conduct psychological screenings and assessments using standardized tools such as DASS-21, PHQ-9, and GAD-7 to identify mental health concerns.

Stress & Anger Management Training

Deliver training sessions and interventions focused on stress reduction, emotional regulation, resilience, and anger management techniques.

Career Guidance & Academic Counseling

Provide career counseling and academic guidance to help students identify strengths, make informed decisions, and achieve educational goals.

Teacher & Parent Counseling Support

Offer counseling and consultation services to teachers and parents to enhance student support systems and address psychosocial concerns.

Youth Development Programs

Plan and implement youth empowerment and life skills development programs aimed at building confidence, leadership, and social responsibility.

Psychological First Aid Services

Provide psychological first aid and immediate emotional support to individuals experiencing distress, trauma, or crisis situations.

Mental Health Training & Workshops

Facilitate workshops, seminars, and training sessions on mental health, resilience building, coping strategies, and psychosocial support.

Community Mental Health Outreach

Develop and implement community-based mental health initiatives, awareness campaigns, and psychosocial support activities.

Clinical Psychology Support Services

Assist in psychological evaluations, client history taking, case documentation, and supervised clinical interventions.

Research & Data Management Services

Provide support in research data collection, data entry, progress tracking, reporting, and management of psychosocial program information.
04 / History

Work Experience

A chronicle of my professional career, highlighting achievements, key responsibilities, and technologies deployed in industry settings.

Clinical Psychology Intern

Jan 2024 – Feb 2024
Fatima Hope and Psychological Centre
Successfully completed a four-week clinical psychology internship, gaining practical knowledge of DSM-5 diagnostic criteria, differential diagnosis, client history taking, and psychological assessment techniques.

Internship Trainee - Neurology & Psychiatry Department

Feb 2023 – Apr 2025
PIMS Hospital, Islamabad
Completed internship training in the Neurology and Psychiatry Department, gaining hands-on experience in patient history taking, understanding neurological and psychiatric disorders, and enhancing clinical and patient care skills.

Assistant Youth Development Officer

Apr 2023 – Feb 2024
SHAD Foundation (Youth Development Centre)
Managed daily operations of the Youth Development Center including fee collection, budgeting, administrative coordination, and progress monitoring through data management and reporting tools.

Student Counselor

Mar 2022 – Feb 2023
SHAD Foundation - Youth Development Centre
Provided counseling and mentorship to students, helping them identify strengths, set goals, develop coping strategies, and make informed personal and academic decisions.

Psychology Intern

Oct 2024 – Jan 2025
Aga Khan Health Service Pakistan (AKHSP)
Completed a four-month internship focusing on counseling techniques, administration of psychological assessment scales, mental health screenings, awareness content development, and supervised clinical practice.

Data Entry Assistant

Oct 2024 – Nov 2024
Aga Khan University
Performed research data entry and management activities through online systems, strengthening competencies in data collection, record management, and information handling.

Mental Health Facilitator

Oct 2024 – Oct 2025
Roshan Foundation
Conducting school-based sessions focused on emotional well-being, mental health awareness, and early intervention strategies for young children.

Psychologist

Feb 2025 – Nov 2025
Aga Khan Rural Support Programme (AKRSP)
Conducted mental health awareness sessions for adolescents and caregivers, delivering training on wellness, stress management, anger control, and psychosocial well-being through interactive interventions.

Student Counselor

Jul 2025 – Present
Aga Khan Education Service Pakistan (AKESP)
Provides counseling and psychosocial support to students, teachers, and parents through classroom sessions, individual counseling, career guidance, and mental health interventions to foster inclusive learning environments.
05 / Education

Education Credentials

SSC, Sciences

2015 – 2017
Aga Khan Higher Secondary School, Sherqilla

HSSC, Pre-Medical

2017 – 2019
Aga Khan Higher Secondary School, Sherqilla

Bachelor of Science in Psychology (4 Years)

2020 – 2024
COMSATS University Islamabad
06 / Soft Skills

Achievements

Successfully Completed Clinical Psychology Internship at Fatima Hope and Psychological Centre Completed Specialized Training in Neurology and Psychiatry at PIMS Hospital Conducted Mental Health Awareness and Early Intervention Sessions in Schools Provided Counseling and Psychosocial Support to Adolescents and Caregivers through AKRSP Administered Standardized Psychological Screening Tools Including DASS-21, PHQ-9, and GAD-7 Completed Training on WHO Mental Health GAP Action Programme (mhGAP) Earned Certification in Suicide Prevention from Wesleyan University via Coursera Facilitated Mental Health and Well-being Sessions for Students, Teachers, and Parents Contributed to Youth Development and Student Support Initiatives in Gilgit-Baltistan Developed Expertise in Psychological First Aid and Crisis Support Interventions
07 / Verification

Certifications

  • Suicide Prevention - An Online Non-Credit Course
    Coursera / Wesleyan University
  • Psychological First Aid: Essential Skills and Strategies
    The Psycholar
  • Training on Mental Health GAP Action Programme (mhGAP)
    Aga Khan Health Service Pakistan
  • Embrace, Enhance, and Empower: Protect Youth, Ensuring Safety
    National Institute of Psychology, Centre of Excellence, Quaid-i-Azam University
  • Workshop on Art of Parenting - Pilot Phase
    National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University
08 / Training

Registrations & Trainings

  • Suicide Prevention - An Online Non-Credit Course
    Coursera / Wesleyan University
  • Psychological First Aid: Essential Skills and Strategies
    The Psycholar
  • Mental Health GAP Action Programme (mhGAP)
    Aga Khan Health Service Pakistan
  • Embrace, Enhance, and Empower: Protect Youth, Ensuring Safety
    National Institute of Psychology, Centre of Excellence, Quaid-i-Azam University
  • Art of Parenting - Pilot Phase Workshop
    National Institute of Psychology, Quaid-i-Azam University
  • Clinical Psychology Internship Training
    Fatima Hope and Psychological Centre
  • Neurology and Psychiatry Internship Training
    PIMS Hospital, Islamabad
  • Counseling Techniques and Psychological Assessment Training
    Aga Khan Health Service Pakistan
09 / Portfolio

Flagship Projects

School Mental Health Awareness Program
Portfolio

School Mental Health Awareness...

Conducted mental health awareness sessions in schools focusing on emotional well-being, resilience building, and early i...

Student Counseling and Psychosocial Support Initiative
Portfolio

Student Counseling and Psychos...

Provided individual and group counseling services to students, teachers, and parents to promote mental health and create...

Adolescent Mental Wellness Program at AKRSP
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Adolescent Mental Wellness Pro...

Implemented mental health awareness sessions for adolescents and caregivers at AFS centres, focusing on wellness, stress...

Youth Development and Life Skills Program
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Youth Development and Life Ski...

Supported youth development initiatives by mentoring students, helping them identify strengths, set goals, and develop c...

Psychological Screening and Assessment Initiative
Portfolio

Psychological Screening and As...

Conducted psychological assessments and screenings using standardized tools including DASS-21, PHQ-9, and GAD-7 for iden...

Mental Health Facilitation Program with Roshan Foundation
Portfolio

Mental Health Facilitation Pro...

Designed and facilitated school-based interventions aimed at promoting mental health awareness and emotional well-being ...

Clinical Psychology Internship Project
Portfolio

Clinical Psychology Internship...

Participated in supervised clinical training involving DSM-5 diagnostic assessment, differential diagnosis, counseling t...

Research Data Management Project with Aga Khan University
Portfolio

Research Data Management Proje...

Supported research activities through online data entry, data collection, and information management processes, strength...

10 / Contributions

Platform Contributions

Promotion of Mental Health Awareness in Educational Institutions

Conducted awareness sessions and educational interventions to promote emotional well-being and mental health literacy among students, teachers, and parents.

Student Counseling and Psychosocial Support

Provided counseling services and psychosocial support to students, helping them overcome academic, emotional, and behavioral challenges.

Implementation of Early Mental Health Intervention Strategies

Facilitated school-based programs focusing on early identification and intervention of psychological concerns among children and adolescents.

Mental Health Support for Adolescents and Caregivers

Delivered wellness, stress management, and anger control sessions for adolescents and caregivers through community outreach initiatives.

Administration of Psychological Assessment Tools

Applied standardized psychological screening instruments including DASS-21, PHQ-9, and GAD-7 to support mental health assessment and referrals.

Youth Development and Capacity Building

Contributed to youth development initiatives by mentoring young individuals and promoting life skills, resilience, and personal growth.

Development of Supportive Learning Environments

Collaborated with educational institutions to foster inclusive and supportive environments that encourage students’ academic and emotional development.

Community-Based Mental Health Outreach

Participated in community outreach efforts and awareness campaigns to reduce stigma and improve access to mental health information and support services.

Research Data Collection and Management Support

Assisted in research activities through accurate data entry, management, and maintenance of records for evidence-based decision-making.

Promotion of Psychological First Aid and Crisis Support

Enhanced awareness and understanding of psychological first aid approaches and crisis intervention strategies through training and practical engagement.
11 / Testimonials

Client Testimonials

“
Mehak demonstrated exceptional dedication in promoting mental health awareness among adolescents and caregivers. Her counseling skills, professionalism, and ability to engage communities significantly contributed to the success of our psychosocial interventions.
— Adina Dinar
“
Mehak has shown remarkable commitment as a student counselor by creating supportive learning environments and addressing the emotional and psychological needs of students, teachers, and parents with empathy and professionalism.
— Feroz Ud Din
“
During her internship, Mehak displayed strong clinical aptitude, quickly grasping DSM-5 diagnostic concepts and demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills while working with clients and case assessments.
— Senior Clinical Supervisor
“
Mehak actively participated in clinical learning activities and showed great enthusiasm in understanding neurological and psychiatric disorders. Her commitment to patient care and learning was highly commendable.
— Neurology and Psychiatry Department Team
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Her ability to mentor young individuals and provide meaningful counseling support helped many students develop confidence, resilience, and positive coping mechanisms.
— Youth Development Centre Management
12 / Contact

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Location Gilgit, Pakistan

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