Ms. Muhammad Abbas

LECTURER 

Department of Clinical Psychology.

Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad.

abbas.dcp@stmu.edu.pk

PROFILE SUMMARY

Mr. Muhammad Abbas is a dedicated ABA therapist, Clinical Psychologist, and lecturer at the Department of Clinical Psychology, Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University, Islamabad. With a wealth of experience over nine years, his professional journey encompasses a multifaceted approach to psychological care, research, and Academia. As a pivotal member of the Shifa Psychological Service Clinic (SPSC), his expertise extends from corporate consultancy to the assessment and intervention of diverse client populations. His proficiency is in the areas such as Individual Education Program (IEP) Consultancy, Behavior Intervention, Educational Evaluation and Planning for special needs children. Mr. Abbas’s specialized focus includes comprehensive evaluations and tailored strategies for a spectrum of disorders, ranging from Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD) to Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other neurodevelopmental disorders. Furthermore, his commitment to fostering resilience and addressing anxiety and trauma challenges in children and adolescents underscores his holistic approach to mental health. Also, Assessment, evaluation, management of substance abuse disorder, related traumas and rehab management. Beyond his clinical endeavors, Mr. Abbas is Certified Intentional Behavior Therapist (IBT) and an active member of the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) and has made significant contributions to the field through impactful research publications, with a notable paper already published and another awaiting review. With a good experience in both public and private sectors, Mr. Muhammad Abbas emerges as a transformative figure in the field of psychology and behavioral therapy.

QUALIFICATION

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

MEMBERSHIP OF PROFESSIONAL BODIES

HONORS & AWARDS

• Best therapist Award in summer gala (BASES), 2022
• Appointed as Class Representative (CR) in MS
• Appointed as Class Representative from 2nd Semester to onward (MSc)

RESEARCH AREAS / INTERESTS

• Drugs addiction and related disorders
• Drugs treatment focused interventions
• Autism / Neurodevelopmental related disorders and treatment focused based interventions
• Development of psychometrics tools and manual adaptation according to Pakistani culture
• Evidence based treatment models

JOURNAL PUBLICATIONS

BOOKS/MANUAL