Maha Abid

About Maha Abid

Maha Abid is a psychologist with an M.Phil. in Psychology and six years of professional experience in the fields of psychology, mental health awareness, and community development.Her work reflects a strong commitment to promoting psychological well-being, emotional resilience, and inclusive support for individuals and communities facing social and environmental challenges.

With a particular interest in anxiety, stress management, psychological resilience, and emotional well-being, Maha believes in creating safe and supportive spaces where individuals can understand their emotions, overcome challenges, and develop healthier coping strategies. She recognizes the importance of mental health in shaping personal growth, social relationships, and overall quality of life.

In her professional role at the Youth Employability Network (YEN), she contributes to initiatives focused on youth empowerment, safe migration awareness, community resilience, and social development. Her work explores the psychological dimensions of migration, including the emotional challenges experienced by aspiring migrants, return migrants, and individuals affected by irregular migration, human trafficking, and migrant smuggling. She is also interested in the psychological impact of climate anxiety and its relationship with well-being and resilience.

Maha is passionate about bridging psychology with practical community-based interventions, raising mental health awareness, and advocating for compassionate, evidence-informed approaches to human well-being. Through her professional and academic contributions, she aims to strengthen psychological resilience, promote mental health literacy, and support individuals in navigating life's challenges with dignity, confidence, and hope.

Areas of Support

Approach to Therapy

Maha Abid believes therapy should be collaborative, respectful, and tailored to the individual. Their approach integrates CBT, DBT, Psychodynamic, Humanistic, Mindfulness, Solution-Focused, while remaining focused on the client's goals, pace, and emotional safety.

Cultural Sensitivity

Maha Abid recognizes that mental health concerns are often connected to family systems, cultural expectations, identity, migration, faith, and social pressures. Their work aims to meet clients with sensitivity to these realities.

Qualifications and Professional Details

• Qualification: MPhil Psychology
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• Experience: 3-5 years
• Languages: EnglishUrdu
• Session Format: Online video sessionsIn-person sessionsBoth
• Age Groups: Adolescents (13-17)Adults (18-60)Older Adults (60+)