Academic Qualifications

His professional development has also been strengthened through specialised courses and diplomas in Advanced Diploma in Clinical Psychology (ADCP), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Counselling & Hypnotherapy, Depression Counselling, Relationship Psychology, Inner Child Healing, Shadow Mastery, and Team & Leadership Management.

Clinical Psychology & Psychological Assessment

A major strength of Anjum’s professional practice is clinical psychological assessment. Before deciding what therapeutic direction may be appropriate, he focuses on understanding the individual through structured clinical assessment, psychological testing and clinical formulation.

His areas of expertise include clinical psychological assessment, Mental Status Examination (MSE), psychological and psychometric testing, personality assessment, emotional and behavioural assessment, cognitive and psychological functioning, anxiety and depression assessment, trauma-related assessment, child and adolescent assessment, relationship and family assessment, and career and vocational assessment.

Clinical Formulation & Diagnostic Understanding

His clinical approach follows a structured process:

History → Assessment → Clinical Formulation → Diagnostic Consideration → Treatment Planning → Therapeutic Intervention → Progress Monitoring

Where clinically appropriate, diagnostic formulation may be informed by recognised classification systems such as DSM and ICD. A diagnosis should always be based on appropriate professional assessment rather than an online test or isolated symptom.

Psychotherapy Approach

For Anjum, psychotherapy is not simply a conversation. It is a structured process in which the client and therapist work together to understand psychological patterns, develop healthier coping mechanisms and create sustainable behavioural and emotional change.

1. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy — CBT

Working with unhelpful thoughts, emotional responses and behavioural patterns.

2. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy — DBT

Developing emotional regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness and interpersonal effectiveness skills.

3. Acceptance & Commitment Therapy — ACT

Helping clients develop psychological flexibility and move towards meaningful, values-based living.

4. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy — SFBT

Focusing on practical solutions, strengths, resources and achievable change.

5. Trauma-Informed Interventions

Creating a psychologically safe and sensitive approach for people affected by traumatic experiences.

6. Relationship & Couples Counselling

Addressing communication difficulties, emotional disconnection, recurring conflicts and relationship patterns.

7. Family Therapy

Understanding psychological difficulties within the wider family system.

8. Child & Adolescent Counselling

Supporting young people dealing with emotional, behavioural, academic, social and developmental challenges.

9. Stress, Burnout & Emotional Regulation

Helping individuals develop practical strategies for managing psychological pressure, emotional exhaustion and workplace stress.

Personality Analysis

One of the distinctive areas of Anjum’s professional expertise is personality assessment and personality analysis. Personality influences how we think, feel, communicate, love, react, handle stress, build relationships and make decisions. Understanding personality can provide valuable insight into recurring interpersonal patterns, emotional reactions, self-image, coping styles and behavioural tendencies.

His work in this area includes personality assessment, interpersonal patterns, self-esteem and self-image, emotional regulation, people-pleasing patterns, relationship patterns, behavioural tendencies, personal strengths and vulnerabilities, psychological coping styles, self-awareness and personal development.

Professional Training & Teaching

Beyond my work as a psychologist and therapist, I am also actively involved in psychology training, teaching, workshops, mentoring, and professional development. I have had the opportunity to share my clinical knowledge and practical experience with students, interns, aspiring psychologists, and mental health professionals.

My areas of training and teaching include Clinical Psychology, Psychological Assessment, Psychological Testing, Psychometrics, Clinical Case Formulation, Case Conceptualisation, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Counselling Skills, Mental Status Examination, Personality Assessment, Psychological Report Writing, Trauma-Informed Care, Crisis Intervention, Motivational Interviewing, Family Therapy, Couples Counselling, Anger Management, Stress Management, Emotional Intelligence, Life Skills, Professional Ethics, Clinical Supervision, and Professional Development.

Through my teaching and training work, I aim to bridge the gap between psychological theory and practical clinical application, helping learners develop the knowledge, skills, confidence, and professional competence required for effective and ethical psychological practice.

Professional Experience

Clinical Psychologist & Psychotherapist

Psych Lounge Islamabad

Working with clients through psychological assessment, psychotherapy, counselling and evidence-informed interventions.

Clinical Psychologist

Homeopathic Informative & Literary Society (HILS), Tehsil Gujar Khan, District Rawalpindi

Providing psychological assessment, counselling and organisational and professional development support.

Workshop Coordinator — Master Programs

Allama Iqbal Open University, Islamabad

Supporting postgraduate learning through teaching, workshops, academic coordination, research-related subjects and assessment.

Lecturer in Psychology

WINGS Group of Colleges, Gujar Khan

Teaching psychology to Master’s, MBA and BS students while contributing to academic and professional development.

Intern Clinical Psychologist

Institute of Psychiatry, WHO Collaborating Centre for Mental Health, Benazir Bhutto Hospital, Rawalpindi

An important early clinical milestone involving exposure to psychiatric and psychological assessment, clinical practice and psychological interventions.

Professional Development & Training Milestones

• 2019 — Clinical Psychology Basics & Psychological Assessment
• 2020 — Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & Case Conceptualisation
• 2021 — Counselling Skills, Mental Status Examination & Ethical Practice
• 2022 — Personality Assessment, Psychological Report Writing & Psychometric Testing
• 2023 — DBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Life Skills
• 2024 — Family Therapy, Couples Counselling, Anger Management & Stress Management
• 2025 — Trauma-Informed Care, Crisis Intervention & Motivational Interviewing
• 2026 — Advanced Clinical Internship Training covering CBT, REBT, SFBT, Case Formulation, Life Skills, Professional Development & Clinical Supervision

This progression reflects a career that has evolved from learning psychology → practising psychology → teaching psychology → training future practitioners.

Areas of Clinical Expertise

Anjum works with individuals experiencing concerns such as:

Anxiety • Overthinking • Panic • Depression • Stress • Burnout • Anger • Emotional Dysregulation • Trauma • Grief • Relationship Problems • Couples Conflict • Family Problems • Low Self-Esteem • People-Pleasing • Personality Difficulties • Adjustment Problems • Youth Issues • Adolescent Concerns • Career Difficulties • Emotional Dependency • Communication Problems

He also provides psychological support and skills training in:

Mindfulness • Relaxation • Grounding • Emotional Regulation • Coping Skills • Communication • Self-Management • Life Skills • Personal Development

A Professional Journey Still Moving Forward

From early clinical exposure at the Institute of Psychiatry and WHO Collaborating Centre for Mental Health, to academic teaching, postgraduate programme coordination, clinical practice, psychotherapy, British Council professional-development exposure, psychological assessment and the training of psychology students and professionals, the journey of Anjum Mehmood Siddiqui has remained centred around one purpose:

Understanding the human mind and helping people create meaningful change.

Today, through Therapy with Anjum, he brings this experience into a professional and confidential setting for individuals seeking psychological assessment, psychotherapy, counselling and personal development in Islamabad and Pakistan.

Therapy with Anjum

Anjum Mehmood Siddiqui
M.Phil (Clinical Psychology)
Consultant Clinical Psychologist | Psychotherapist | Psychological Assessor | Trainer | Personality Analyst

Assessment. Understanding. Therapy. Growth.

If you are looking for a Clinical Psychologist or Psychotherapist in Islamabad for anxiety, depression, overthinking, trauma, relationship problems, personality concerns, psychological assessment or professional counselling, Therapy with Anjum provides a structured and compassionate place to begin.