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Muhammad  Zakaria

Muhammad Zakaria

Manchester,Greater Manchester

Summary

Dedicated and compassionate Clinical Psychologist with 6 years of experience providing evidence-based mental health interventions to diverse populations. Proficient in diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychological disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and personality disorders. Skilled in utilizing therapeutic modalities such as Cognitive behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior Therapy (DBT), and psychodynamic approaches to tailor treatment plans to individual client needs. Experienced in conducting psychological assessments, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and delivering psychoeducation to clients and their families. Adept at fostering a safe, supportive therapeutic environment to promote healing and personal growth. Committed to continuous professional development and staying updated on the latest advancements in psychological research and treatment techniques.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
9
9
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work history

Clinical psychologist

Sahara Psychiatric and Drugs Rehab Hospital
Batkhela Malakand , Khyber Pukhtoonkhawa
07.2021 - 02.2024

As a dedicated clinical Psychologist at Sahara Psychiatric and Drugs Rehabilitation Hospital, I under took a pivotal role in supporting patients on their journey towards mental wellness and recovery. With 6 years of experience, I approached my responsibilities with a deep sense of empathy, professionalism, and commitment to excellence. My daily duties revolved around providing counseling to individuals navigating through psychiatric challenges and substance abuse issues. I embraced the principle of empathy first, recognizing the unique struggles and needs of each patient under my care. Whether it was assisting with daily activities, offering a listening ear, or providing emotional support, I prioritized the well-being and dignity of every individual. Maintaining a high standard of professionalism was paramount in my role. I diligently followed safety protocols to ensure the well-being of both patients and staff members. By staying updated with the latest advancements in psychiatric care and rehabilitation techniques, I continually enhanced my skills and knowledge to better serve the diverse needs of our patients.

  • Exercised full clinical responsibility for psychological intervention and evaluation with range of common, acute and complex mental health needs.
  • Developed excellent professional relationships with clients for continued positive outcomes.
  • Recorded client information securely in system indicating precautions, concerns and restraints.
  • Followed clinical guidelines to conduct assessments and formulate conclusion based on findings.
  • Conducted therapeutic interviews on group and individual basis.
  • Used and promoted use of outcome measures and feedback tools within service.
  • Supported clients to complete rehabilitative treatment and achieve personal goals.

Clinical psychologist

Tranqlife Services
Lahore , Punjab
08.2018 - 06.2021
  • Built strong and trusting professional rapport to support client progress.
  • Recommended possible treatments and solutions to manage problems.
  • Educated clients on mental health conditions.
  • Collected client data to assess cognitive, behavioural and emotional disorders.
  • Safeguarded client privacy with stringent adherence to data security policies.
  • Planned and conducted diagnostic tests, interpreting results to formulate advice.
  • Produced detailed client progress reports, reviewing with clients to establish treatment objectives.
  • Provided emergency support to clients experiencing crises, offering additional resources and allied health referrals to maintain client safety.
  • Recognised and addressed patterns in client behaviours.
  • Conducted group and individual counselling sessions for key issues.
  • Conducted therapeutic interviews on group and individual basis.
  • Supported delivery of therapeutic interventions with diverse client base.
  • Carried out thorough patient assessments to support diagnosis and treatment.
  • Documented client progress in confidential files.
  • Collaborated with related professionals to study psychological factors in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental illness.
  • Demonstrated grounding techniques to support client wellbeing.
  • Developed excellent professional relationships with clients for continued positive outcomes.

Education

Master of Science - Healthcare Leadership

BPP University
London England
03.2024 - 03.2025

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Central Punjab Lahore
Pakistan
10.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Islamia College University of Peshawar
Pakistan
09.2012 - 08.2016

A-Levels - Pre Medical

Frontier Comprehensive School & College Shergarh
Pakistan
04.2009 - 07.2011

Skills

  • Building rapport
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Case management
  • Facilitating counselling sessions
  • Treatment planning
  • Patient screening
  • Active listening
  • Crisis intervention
  • Consultations
  • Time management
  • Psychotherapy
  • Counseling
  • Discharge planning
  • Multilingual

Affiliations

  • Books reading Body building Nature exploration Playing cricket News Paper reading

Languages

English
Advanced
Urdu
Proficient (C2)

Certification

May 2007 WHO work for HIV/ADIS
Apr 2017 Conducted Psychology wellbeing Camp
Mar 2018 Conducted Psychology wellbeing Camp

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Master of Science - Healthcare Leadership

BPP University
03.2024 - 03.2025

Clinical psychologist

Sahara Psychiatric and Drugs Rehab Hospital
07.2021 - 02.2024

Clinical psychologist

Tranqlife Services
08.2018 - 06.2021

Master of Science - Clinical Psychology

University of Central Punjab Lahore
10.2016 - 08.2018

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Islamia College University of Peshawar
09.2012 - 08.2016

A-Levels - Pre Medical

Frontier Comprehensive School & College Shergarh
04.2009 - 07.2011
Muhammad Zakaria