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Mental health resources from The Meeting Matters team.

What Is Career Counseling? A Complete Guide

Career counseling isn't just for people who don't know what they want to do — here's what it actually covers, who it's for, and how it's different from career coaching.

CBT Techniques for Anxiety: What Actually Helps

Anxiety responds well to CBT — but only when it's done right. Here's what actually happens in session: cognitive restructuring, graded exposure and behavioral experiments explained.

5 Myths About Body Dysmorphia I Hear Almost Every Week

"It's just vanity." "They just need more confidence." "Surgery would fix it." A closer look at why the common assumptions about body dysmorphia keep people from getting real help.

What Career Counseling Actually Looks Like — And Why It's Rarely Just About the Job

Most people expect a personality quiz and a list of suitable jobs. Our founder explains why career counseling sessions usually end up somewhere else entirely — and how that's actually the more useful path forward.

Why the Same Fight Keeps Happening: A Relationship Counselor's Approach to Breaking the Cycle

It's rarely about the dishes, the in-laws, or who forgot what. A UK-accredited relationship counselor explains why couples keep having the same argument in different clothes — and what actually breaks the pattern.

Who Is the Best Psychologist in Islamabad? A Guide to Choosing the Right Fit

"Best psychologist in Islamabad" isn't really one answer — it depends on what you actually need help with. Here's how to think about it, and where our team's own specialisations line up.

My Child Is Struggling in School — What's Actually Going On?

"They're smart, so why can't they keep up?" It's the question I hear most from parents — and it's rarely about intelligence at all.

Anger Isn't the Problem — What's Underneath It Usually Is

Clients often come to me wanting to 'control their anger' — but after 1500+ clinical hours, I've found the anger is rarely the actual problem. Here's what's usually going on underneath it.

Is Online Therapy as Effective as In-Person Therapy?

It's the first question almost every new client asks before their first online session. After 15 years of practice, here's an honest answer.

Booking Online Therapy Across Time Zones: A Practical Guide for Clients Abroad

Time zones are usually the first practical hurdle overseas clients run into — not whether online therapy works, but how to actually schedule it. Here's how our clients in the UK, US, Canada and UAE make it work.

Online Therapy for Overseas Pakistanis: How It Actually Works

Living abroad doesn't mean settling for a therapist who doesn't understand where you're from. Here's what online therapy with a Pakistani psychologist actually looks like in practice.

What Couples Therapy Really Looks Like: Notes from 15 Years of Practice

Most people picture couples therapy as a referee sitting between two people keeping score. After 15 years of practice, here's what it actually looks like.

How CBT Actually Works: A Therapist's Perspective

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy is one of the most researched approaches in psychology — but what does it actually look like in a real session?

What Aviation Psychology Taught Me About Managing Pressure

As a member of the European Association for Aviation Psychology, I've spent years studying how professionals perform under real pressure — and much of it applies far beyond the cockpit.

Signs Your Child May Need Therapy

It's not always obvious when a child's behavior is a normal phase or something worth getting support for. Here are the signs worth paying attention to.

Helping Children Cope With Divorce or Family Separation

Divorce is hard on children at every age, but how parents handle it makes a real difference. Practical, age-appropriate guidance for supporting your child through it.

What to Do If Your Child Is Being Bullied

Finding out your child is being bullied is difficult for any parent. Here's a practical, level-headed guide to what to do next.

How Much Does Therapy Cost in Pakistan? A Real Answer

A straight answer to the question most people search before ever calling a clinic — what therapy actually costs in Pakistan, and what changes the price.

Is Couples Counseling Worth It? What the Research (and Our Clients) Actually Say

Couples counseling isn't just for relationships in crisis. Here's an honest look at when it works, when it doesn't, and how to know if it's worth trying.

How to Deal With Anxiety Without Medication

Medication isn't the only path for anxiety. Here are evidence-based, practical strategies that work — and an honest note on when medication is still worth considering.

Is Premarital Counseling Normal for Arranged Marriages in Pakistan?

Premarital counseling isn't a Western import that doesn't fit arranged marriage culture — it's arguably more useful precisely because partners are still getting to know each other.

Psychologist vs. Psychiatrist: What's the Actual Difference?

The two titles get used interchangeably, but the difference matters for who you should see first. Here's a clear breakdown.

Helping Your Teenager Manage Social Media and Digital Wellbeing

Social media isn't going away, and banning it outright rarely works. Here's a practical, non-alarmist approach to helping your teenager build a healthier relationship with it.

Child Therapy: A Complete Guide for Parents

When to consider child therapy, what happens in sessions, and how parents can support their child through the process.

What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session

A simple guide to starting therapy with confidence, privacy and realistic expectations.

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Muhammad Naushad Anjum

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

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Tasmia Asghar

Tasmia Asghar

Clinical Psychologist, CBT, DBT & NLP Therapist

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Ayesha Tariq

Ayesha Tariq

Clinical Psychologist, Drug Addiction Specialist

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Lamiah Munaf

Lamiah Munaf

Teenage Counselor & Educational Remedial Therapist

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I had a really great experience at Meeting Matters Clinic in F-11. The therapists here are highly professional aur unka ravaiya bohat supportive hai. It's not easy to find a safe space for mental health, but yahan ka mahol bohat pur-sakoon…

Muhammad Subhan Azeem · Google Review

I am truly grateful to Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and the team at Meeting Matters. I reached out during one of the most difficult periods of my life while dealing with grief and trying to be the best parent I could be for my children. Ms. Tasmiya's…

Hashir Kiani · Google Review

I was experiencing gender dysphoria, and my father took me to see Dr. Ayesha Tariq for therapy. So far, I have completed 15 sessions with her. During this time, she has helped me understand and process my emotions in a healthier way and has…

Muhammad Maaz · Google Review

This is my first time seeking therapy. I am glad I reached out to Meeting Matters. Mr. Naushad Anjum made me feel comfortable and understood during a difficult season.

Client from Dubai, Online Session, marriage difficulties

The sessions were very helpful in terms of helping me recognize errors in my thought process and build healthier coping strategies.

Client, 21, MBBS student, stress & anxiety

Comfortable clinic, quick responsiveness. Appointments are scheduled regularly and at appropriate times, which helped me stay consistent.

Client, 20, self-destructive behavior

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