Assistant Professor | HOD Psychology

Ayesha Rashid

Ayesha Rashid

Head of Department
ayeshaasad016@gmail.com

Introduction

Experience : 12 Years

Ayesha Rashid is an accomplished Psychotherapist and Addiction Psychologist with 12+ years of experience in clinical practice, academia, and mental health leadership. She specializes in addiction disorders, CBT, DBT, and therapeutic interventions for stress, anxiety, and depression. Her work spans clinical rehabilitation, academic research, and psychological training, making her a key contributor to mental health advancement. ⁣⁣⁣
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Academic Leadership
Assistant Professor & HOD of Psychology (BIHS, 2023–Present) – Leads curriculum development, faculty supervision, and research initiatives to enhance psychology education. ⁣⁣⁣
Former Faculty Member (University of AJK, 5 years) – Mentored students, conducted research, and provided counseling services. ⁣⁣⁣
Research Supervisor – Guided students in evidence-based psychological studies. ⁣⁣⁣
Lecturer (Read Foundation Science College) – Taught and mentored psychology students. ⁣⁣⁣
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Clinical & Rehabilitation Expertise ⁣⁣⁣
Addiction Psychologist & Lead Psychologist (Lifeline Rehabilitation Centre) – Specializes in substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health conditions. ⁣⁣⁣
Key Responsibilities: ⁣⁣⁣
– Conducting psychological assessments and creating personalized treatment plans. ⁣⁣⁣
– Leading CBT, DBT, and relapse prevention programs. ⁣⁣⁣
– Supervising mental health teams and designing rehabilitation strategies. ⁣⁣⁣
– Providing crisis intervention and family support. ⁣⁣⁣
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Seminars & Workshops ⁣⁣⁣
Conducts training on: ⁣⁣⁣
✔ Addiction recovery & relapse prevention ⁣⁣⁣
✔ Stress & anxiety management ⁣⁣⁣
✔ CBT & DBT techniques ⁣⁣⁣
✔ Mental health awareness & suicide prevention ⁣⁣⁣
✔ Psychological research methodologies ⁣⁣⁣
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Ayesha Rashid is dedicated to improving mental health care, advancing research, and empowering individuals through therapy and education. ⁣⁣⁣

Education

  • MPhil - PsychologyPreston University, Islamabad
  • MSc - PsychologyQuaid e Azam University, Islamabad

Publications

  • Gratitude, Life Satisfaction, and Well-Being: Unpacking the Power of Positive Emotions and Optimism in Young Adults
  • Comparative Analysis of Daycare and Homecare Environments on Early Childhood Development in Pakistan’s Twin Cities
  • Thriving in the Digital Age: How Self-Compassion, Emotional Resilience, and Online Social Connectedness Shape Young Freelancers' Digital Well-Being
  • Pet-Keeping and its role on the Psychological Well-Being of Adolescents in Khyber Pakhtoon Khwah (KP)
  • Leveraging Social Media to Combat Diabetes Distress: Mediated by Patient Activation and Moderated by Health Literacy
  • Impact of Fear of Missing Out (FOMO), Anxiety and Depression of Young Adults.
  • Leveraging Social Media to Combat Diabetes Distress: Mediated by Patient Activation and Moderated by Health Literacy
  • The effects of cyberbullying victimization on self-esteem and psychological well-being in young adults.
  • Impact of social media usage on body image concerns among young adults.
  • Investigating the impact of Role of AI in learning on academic performance mediated by social media addiction and moderated by self-efficacy.

Areas of Expertise:

  • Psychological Assessment And Diagnosis
  • Therapeutic Interventions
  • Individual, Group, And Family Therapy
  • Addiction Assessment And Diagnosis
  • Relapse Prevention
  • Evidence-Based Treatment
  • Coping Skills And Strategies
  • Treatment Planning
  • Mindfulness-Based Therapies