Amna Aurangzaib
Burton on Trent,UK
Summary
Experienced mental health professional specializing in risk management, psychological testing, and crisis intervention. Expertise in CBT, DBT, and trauma-informed therapy for children, adolescents, and older adults. Strong background in forensic psychological assessment, multicultural care, and behavioural interventions. Focused on enhancing mental health care through research and positive behaviour support, while adhering to the principles of the Mental Health Act and promoting safeguarding.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
19
19
Certification
Work History
Clinical Psychologist (BS-18)
Institute of Psychiatry, Rawalpindi Medical University, Benazir Bhutto Hospital
Rawalpindi, PAK
02.2015 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive psychological assessments, diagnostic interviews, and standardized testing to develop evidence-based formulations and treatment plans.
- Held full clinical responsibility for assessment, intervention, and evaluation across common, acute, and complex mental health presentations.
- Undertook structured risk assessments (suicide, self-harm, harm to others) and implemented robust risk management plans within Positive Behaviour Support frameworks.
- Delivered evidence-based psychological therapies (including CBT) in individual, couple, and group formats, achieving improved psychological functioning and quality of life.
- Provided crisis intervention and emergency psychological support for individuals in acute distress.
- Developed personalized, culturally sensitive, goal-oriented interventions tailored to diverse populations, families, and caregivers
- Collaborated effectively within multidisciplinary teams, offering psychological consultation and contributing to holistic, integrated care planning.
- Maintained accurate clinical documentation, upheld strict confidentiality, and adhered to professional ethical and national practice standards.
- Contributed to service development through clinical research participation, conference presentations, and ongoing continuous professional development
Research Supervisor
Superior University
Lahore, Pakistan
03.2025 - 07.2025
- Mentored graduate students in research design, methodology, data analysis, and manuscript preparation, enhancing their skills to meet academic and publication standards.
Visiting Lecturer
International Islamic University
Islamabad, PAK
09.2022 - 11.2024
- Delivered specialist teaching to BS Clinical Psychology and Post-Magisterial Diploma students, integrating theory with applied clinical practice.
- Designed and taught modules in CBT, REBT, and integrative psychotherapy, incorporating DSM-5 frameworks and real case material.
- Supervised case formulation exercises and mock therapy sessions to develop students' diagnostic reasoning and therapeutic competence.
- Led seminars on professional ethics, clinical documentation, and culturally responsive care.
- Designed structured assessments to evaluate formulation skills, treatment planning, and applied clinical knowledge.
Clinical psychologist
Civil Hospital
Rawalpindi, PAK
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Delivered emergency medical and psychiatric liaison services at public teaching hospital, facilitating timely interventions for patients in crisis.
Lecturer
Himayat-e-Islam Khawteen College
Lahore, PAK
09.2014 - 12.2015
- Delivered lectures on Social, Developmental, Abnormal, and Clinical Psychology, emphasising practical applications to enrich student understanding.
- Taught foundational and applied psychology courses to undergraduate students, aligning with HEC curriculum standards. Developed interactive learning materials, including psychological experiments and case studies, to enhance active learning.
- Mentored students preparing for graduate school entrance, providing guidance on career paths in psychology.
- Contributed to departmental exam committees by reviewing assessment standards and aligning them with curriculum objectives.
- Historic women's college affiliated with Punjab University, dedicated to empowering students through quality education.
Education
Master's by Research in Psychology - Research
University of Derby
09.2027
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
International Islamic University
01.2021
Advanced Diploma - Clinical Psychology (ADCP)
Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab
01.2011
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Institute of Psychology and Applied Psychology
01.2008
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Education
Govt. Model Town Degree College
08.2006
Faculty of Arts - Psychology, Education & Economics
Govt. Model Town Degree College
01.2004
Matriculation - Science
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education
08.2002
Skills
- Risk management
- Psychological assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Trauma-informed therapy
- Child and adolescent mental health
- Neurodevelopmental interventions
- Forensic profiling
- Multicultural mental health care
- Team collaboration
- Clinical supervision
- Research analysis
- Positive behavior support
- Behavioral interventions
- Autism support strategies
- Mental health legislation compliance
Websites
Certification
- Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy Practitioner Certification | C TAA (Complementary Therapist Accredited Association) | Udemy CE: 14 Hours
- Accredited Trauma-Informed Coaching Certification-2025 | The International Practitioners of holistic Medicine (IPHM) & The CPD Certification Service (UK) CE: 15 Hours
- Accredited Certification in CBT for Eating Disorders – 2025 | International Association of Therapists (IAOTH) CE: 2.5 Hours
- Certification in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) – 2025 | International Association of Therapists (IAOTH) CE: 3 Hours
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Core Skills Training Certification – 2025 | Udemy CE: 3 Hours
- Basic Course on Forensic Mental Health in Pakistan – 2025 | Forensic Mind
- Certification in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy Coach Practitioner (CCBT) | CTAA (Complementary Therapist Accredited Association) | Udemy CE: 6.5 Hours
- Trauma Healing Practitioner – Level 1 | Udemy
- Trauma Healing Practitioner – Level 2 | Udemy
IELTS (English Language Test)
Overall band score: 7.5
Reading: 7.5, Writing: 6.5, Listening: 8, Speaking: 7.5
Affiliations
- GBC Member British Psychological Association (GMBPSs, BPS): Membership #: 782458
- British Association for behavioural and cognitive psychotherapies (BABCP): Membership ID: 1049137-MEM
- The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH, UK) Postgraduate Member. Credential ID: 111416
- Council of Allied Health Sciences Pakistan: Registration number PC-MT-5432-LHR-09. https://cahsp.com.pk/
Publications
- Brand Consciousness and Social Media Usage as Predictors of Body Dissatisfaction and Eating Disorders in Young Adults | Dialogue Social Science Review (DSSR) | Jul 27, 2025
- From Burnout to Balance: A Mixed-Method Study on Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) in ABA Practitioners | Journal of Psychological Studies & Applications (JPSA) | Authors: Amna Liaqat, Ramal Fatima, & Qadeer Fatima | Jul 26, 2025 | https://journalpsa.com.pk/index.php/JPSA/article/view/216
- Cognitive Distortion and Unrealistic Expectation: A Clinical Study of Marital Dissolution | Dialogue Social Science Review (DSSR) | Jul 22, 2025
- Research article published in the International Journal: Amna Liaqat, Mamoono Ismail Loona, Sadia Yasir, & Amna Hassan. (2023). ON THE COUCH OR IN THE SHADOWS? PREDICTORS OF SEEKING MENTAL HEALTH SUPPORT. Journal of Population Therapeutics and Clinical Pharmacology, 30(17), 2206–2218. https://doi.org/10.53555/jptcp.v30i17.2962
Professional Development Courses
- Building Awareness of Adult Autism- British Psychological Society Accredited Course (BPS, UK) CE: 02 Hours
- Psychological work and Autism- British Psychological Society Accredited Course (BPS, UK) CE: 02 Hours
- Autism and Co-occurring conditions: Adapting psychological Therapies: Association for Child & Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH): CE: 02 Hours
- Supporting Autistic Adults- British Psychological Society Accredited Course (BPS, UK) CE: 02 Hours
- Mental Health Act-Level 2- Mandatory Training Group, UK Certified by (CPD, UK) CE: 02 Hours
- CSTF Safeguarding Children – Level 1 – Mandatory Training Group, UK Certified by (CPD, UK) CE:02 Hours
- Care Certificate Standard 4 – Equality and Diversity-The Mandatory Training Group, UK Certified by (CPD, UK) CE: 03 Hours
- Reasonably Adjusted? Working with people with a learning disability in mainstream | (BABCP, UK) CE Credit: 03
- Eating Disorders in Young People: Advancing Evidence and Practice –2025 Judy Dunn International Conference | The Association for Child and Adolescent Mental Health (ACAMH, UK) CE Credit: 06
- Behavioural Activation Workshop | Department of Health Sciences, University of York.
- CBT with Schizophrenia Workshop | Pakistan Institute of Living and Learning (PILL).
- Helping children to get a Good night's sleep. CE credit: 1. American Psychological Association
- New Paths for people with Prolonged Grief Disorder CE Credits: 1. American Psychological Association
- Treating people with Hoarding Disorders CE. Credit: 1. American Psychological Association
- How Should a Psychologist Handle a Parent's Request for a Minor's Potentially Harmful Health Records? CE Credits: 1. American Psychological Association.
- How Should a Psychologist Advise a Heterosexual Man Who Has Sexual Thoughts About Men? CE Credits: 1. American Psychological Association
Research Work
- Presented MS Research work in the 1st International Conference at RIPHA International University (2022).
- Presented MS Research work at the 13th International Conference of CBT conducted by PAK (2023).
- MS Clin. Psychology Research thesis: Predictors of Seeking Psychological Help among patients with Common mental disorders.
- MSc Applied Psychology Research thesis: Comparison of Depressive Symptoms among married and unmarried Pakistani females.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Research Supervisor
Superior University
03.2025 - 07.2025
Clinical psychologist
Civil Hospital
05.2023 - 11.2023
Visiting Lecturer
International Islamic University
09.2022 - 11.2024
Clinical Psychologist (BS-18)
Institute of Psychiatry, Rawalpindi Medical University, Benazir Bhutto Hospital
02.2015 - Current
Lecturer
Himayat-e-Islam Khawteen College
09.2014 - 12.2015
Master's by Research in Psychology - Research
University of Derby
Master of Science - Clinical Psychology
International Islamic University
Advanced Diploma - Clinical Psychology (ADCP)
Centre for Clinical Psychology, University of the Punjab
Master of Science - Applied Psychology
Institute of Psychology and Applied Psychology
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology & Education
Govt. Model Town Degree College
Faculty of Arts - Psychology, Education & Economics
Govt. Model Town Degree College
Matriculation - Science
Board of Intermediate and Secondary Education