Hello there! I am a committed clinical psychologist aiming to provide therapy and conduct assessments in a manner that is culturally aware and compassionate. I am from the Maldives and currently reside there. I’m able to conduct therapy sessions in both English and Dhivehi.
My childhood experiences growing up in the Maldives, where there were little to no mental health resources and ingrained stigma, resulted in my keen interest towards the field from a young age.
What pushes me forward in my work is being part of a process that makes room for struggle in facing life’s challenges- regardless of its nature. I believe in the power and psychology of feeling fully seen, and how it can empower individuals to live more meaningfully.
Qualifications
I completed my Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) at Taylor’s University, Malaysia. And completed my Master’s in Clinical Psychology at HELP University, Malaysia.
Experience
Prior to my undergraduate studies, I volunteered and worked in a public hospital in the Maldives as a clinical aid and as part of the administration team. This was a unique experience that broadened my perspectives on the needs of community mental health.
During my undergraduate degree, I worked with Embrace Autism Malaysia and followed the Son-Rise Model in my practice with children with autism. I was also closely involved with organizing public awareness events and sessions regarding accessibility to mental health resources throughout my undergraduate studies.
During the clinical training in my master’s program, I worked at the Centre for Psychological and Counselling Services (CPCS) and Psycle Consultancy and Psychological Services. I learnt to incorporate Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) techniques, psychodynamic techniques, and metaphors in my therapeutic work during my training. I also received intensive training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and the ReFlex Method from our clinical director, Dr. Dan Seal, during the final year of my master’s when I joined Share Resolve.
I have also conducted psychometric assessments on children with varying adaptive and behavioural struggles. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to organize and facilitate mental literacy events and screening workshops for different populations
How I work
My key aim in the therapy room would be to provide you with the space for you to tell your story, at whatever pace that is most comfortable for you. Telling one’s story often comes with emotions that may feel uncomfortable, and I would do my best to be present for you, with you. It can indeed be a difficult experience to allow yourself to voice the burdens that you may be carrying. Rest assured, the space we would both hold together would be free of judgment.
When you feel ready to take the steps in living more aligned with your true self, we would collaboratively work together to discover the pathways for you to do just that. The tools and skills that we will learn and explore in the therapy room, would equip you with ways of making different choices in your everyday life.
Ultimately, we will work together as a team for you to discover and make the changes that you would like to witness in your life. Changes which I hope will allow you to experience growth and explore more of the story you would like to tell. It would be my honour to walk with you as you take brave, new steps for yourself.
Arrange a Consultation
I am available to meet online via Zoom. So it is easy for us to meet whether you are based in Malaysia, the Maldives, or anywhere else in Asia.
To arrange a consultation please WhatsApp or call +60 12 5089910 or email info@resolve.my.
