Living in Manama, Muharraq, Riffa or Isa Town can mean long working hours, years of distance from family and the pressure of supporting relatives in Pakistan. The Meeting Matters offers online therapy for Pakistanis and other residents of Bahrain, led by Mr. Muhammad Naushad Anjum, a psychologist registered in the UAE and with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), with sessions in Urdu, English or Punjabi.
Session fees at The Meeting Matters are set in Pakistani Rupees (with student rates available) — for clients paying in GBP, USD or CAD, that typically works out to a fraction of local therapy costs, without compromising on qualified, evidence-based psychologists who understand your cultural background firsthand.
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Mr. Muhammad Naushad Anjum founded The Meeting Matters in Islamabad in 2010. He is registered in the UAE and with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), holds an MPhil and an MSc in Psychology, and specialises in CBT, DBT, couple and marriage counselling, family counselling and trauma. See his profile. If you want to start sooner, our client team can offer another psychologist.
People in Bahrain come to us for anxiety, low mood, stress and burnout, anger, grief, sleep problems and relationship difficulties. Sessions run by secure video, so you can speak from home or from a private space after work. See our page on individual therapy.
Whether you and your spouse both live in Bahrain or one of you is in Pakistan, we can work with you together over video. We help couples and families talk about distance, trust, money and parenting. See our pages on marriage counselling and family therapy.
Long hours, uncertainty about contracts, financial pressure, loneliness, and missing weddings, illnesses and funerals at home. Many people carry these quietly. Speaking to someone outside your circle can help.
Bahrain is 2 hours behind Pakistan. We offer evenings and weekends where available. Tell us your area, your working hours and your days off, and we will suggest a time.
Rules about practising across borders differ by country. Tell us where you live in Bahrain when you book, and we will confirm plainly what we can and cannot offer. For the wider region, see our page on the UAE and Gulf.
Fees for clients in Bahrain are confirmed when you book. Book a session or message us on WhatsApp, and we usually reply within about 30 minutes.
We are not an emergency service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, contact the local emergency number or go to the nearest hospital emergency department.

Founder & Lead Psychologist (HCPC Registered) — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Mr. Muhammad Naushad Anjum is the founder of The Meeting Matters, registered with the UK Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and in the UAE, with an MPhil and MSc in Psychology. He specialises in CBT, DBT, couple and marriage counselling and trauma, and has been consultant psychologist to the employee assistance programmes of BBC, Optum and Workplace Options since 2012. He works mostly online, in English, Urdu or Punjabi.
What Muhammad helps with:

Founder & Lead Psychologist (HCPC Registered) — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling

Teenage Counselor & Educational Remedial Therapist

Clinical Psychologist — Anxiety, Panic Disorder & BPD
“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 aur welcoming hai. They genuinely listen to your problems without any judgment. Highly recommended for anyone looking for good counseling in Islamabad.”
Subhan A. · 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 kindness, empathy, and guidance helped me navigate emotions that often felt overwhelming. She helped me understand my feelings, regain perspective, and think through practical ways of supporting my children and myself. I always felt respected, heard, and comfortable during our sessions. I would wholeheartedly recommend Ms. Tasmiya Asghar and Meeting Matters to anyone going through a challenging time and looking for professional support in a compassionate environment.”
Hashir K. · Google Review
“Have noticed alot of changes within myself because of the sessions I've had. My therapist is extremely kind and helpful. I've never once felt uncomfortable feeling like I'm talking to a stranger. My Dr has made me feel as if she's my own and has helped me a lot.”
Shagufta K. · Google Review
The Meeting Matters has been providing professional counseling, therapy and training since 2010 — over fifteen years of clinical experience supporting individuals, couples and families across Pakistan and around the world. Our psychologists are trained in evidence-based approaches including CBT, DBT, EMDR and psychodynamic therapy, and bring that experience to every online counseling and online therapy session with clients in Bahrain, whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties or life transitions. If you're looking for a child psychologist or child therapist in Bahrain, our team also provides specialist child and teen therapy, available online for families across the city.
Wherever you're based in Bahrain, you have access to our full range of services — the same experienced team, delivered online or in person at our Islamabad clinic:
One-to-one online counseling and therapy for anxiety, depression, stress and personal growth.
Online relationship counseling for communication, conflict and rebuilding trust.
Online marriage counseling for couples working through distress or disconnection.
Guided conversations before marriage, available online.
Family counseling for communication, parenting and conflict resolution.
Child and adolescent therapy with parent guidance.
Secure online therapy sessions from anywhere.
Workplace wellbeing programs for organisations.
Support for career transitions and workplace stress.
Take the first step toward better mental health. Our compassionate team is here to support you.