Farah

Mrs Farah Usman

Clinical Psychologist

“Mrs Farah Shahbaz has three years of experience in this specific field. As mental health impacts how one thinks feels & acts, it is essential to prioritize it.”

About Me

Recognising how mental health shapes our thoughts, feelings, and actions is vital for daily well-being. Mrs Farah Shahbaz, a Clinical Psychologist with three years of experience, guides individuals in exploring these connections. She helps clients develop practical strategies to prioritise their mental health. Her approach supports those ready to understand their inner world, fostering resilience and a clearer path forward.

Approach

Work unfolds through focused, practical sessions that explore how daily patterns influence thoughts, emotions and behaviour, moving at a pace you set. In Lahore or online, in English or Hindi/Urdu, sessions feel structured but flexible — we clarify concerns, set small goals, and check progress between meetings. I blend gentle assessment with hands-on strategies to manage distress, rebuild routines and strengthen coping in everyday life. Those facing anxiety, mood shifts, trauma recovery or relationship strain often find this steady, collaborative way helpful.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Psych & Diagnostic Assessment

    Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.

  • Trauma Counseling

    Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Online Therapy

    Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.

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  • Pain Management

    Psychological approaches to chronic pain that address the emotional, cognitive, and behavioural dimensions of living with persistent pain.

  • Rehabilitation

    Structured programmes that help people recover functioning after addiction, injury, or severe mental illness through therapy, skills training, and ongoing support.

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  • Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Children
  • Couples
  • Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Autism (ASD)

    A neurodevelopmental condition affecting social communication, sensory processing, and behaviour patterns, with a wide range of presentations and strengths.

  • Behaviour or Conduct Issues

    Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.

  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • OCD

    Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, a condition involving unwanted, intrusive thoughts (obsessions) and repetitive behaviours or rituals (compulsions) performed to relieve anxiety.

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  • Psychosis

    A mental state in which a person loses contact with reality, which may involve hallucinations, delusions, or severely disordered thinking.

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Professional Title:

  • Clinical Psychologist

    An advanced mental health professional trained to assess and treat a wide range of difficulties, from anxiety and depression to trauma and complex conditions.

Credentials

Registrations

Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA)Verify License

Qualifications

University of Management and Technology (MUT)

Service Areas

Health City Hospital

In-person & Online

Lahore, Punjab

Pakistan

Lahore, Pakistan