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PTSD & Trauma Therapy

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a distressing event, leaving lasting effects on how you feel safe, sleep, and relate to others. The Meeting Matters provides trauma-informed therapy to help you process and move forward from what happened.

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Understanding Trauma and PTSD

Trauma responses can include flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, avoidance, and emotional numbness. These are normal reactions to abnormal events, not signs of weakness, and they respond well to the right treatment.

Our Approach: EMDR and Trauma-Focused CBT

We use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and trauma-focused CBT, both strongly evidence-based for processing traumatic memories and reducing their hold on daily life.

A Safe, Paced Process

Trauma therapy never forces you to relive painful experiences before you're ready. We build safety and coping skills first, then move at a pace that respects your window of tolerance.

Meet the Specialist

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

CEO/Lead Psychologist

Trauma is one of Muhammad Naushad Anjum's core specialist areas โ€” as founder of The Meeting Matters, he combines evidence-based trauma-focused approaches with 15+ years of clinical leadership.

What Muhammad helps with:

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15+ Years of Experience You Can Trust

The Meeting Matters has been providing professional counseling, therapy and training since 2010 โ€” 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, delivered through confidential online counseling and online therapy as well as in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic.

Key Benefits

  • EMDR and trauma-focused CBT
  • Safe, paced therapeutic process
  • Support for both single-incident and complex trauma
  • Confidential, non-judgemental care
  • Online and in-person sessions

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Years โ€” Since 2010

100% Confidential

Online & In-Person

PKR 5,000โ€“15,000

Per Session ยท 20% Off Students

What we do

Compassionate care for every stage

Conditions We Treat

Specialist Support for Specific Concerns

Depression

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Anxiety

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Panic Disorder

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Social Anxiety

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

OCD

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

PTSD & Trauma

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Postpartum Depression

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Insomnia & Sleep Issues

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Anger Management

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Drug Addiction Treatment

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Addiction Counselling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Alcohol Dependence

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Bereavement & Grief

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

ADHD

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Bipolar Disorder

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Anorexia & Eating Disorders

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Binge Eating Disorder

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Body Dysmorphic Disorder (BDD)

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Teen Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Learning Difficulties Therapy

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Child Behavioral Therapy

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Autism Support & Assessment

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Workplace Burnout & Stress

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Infidelity & Affair Recovery

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD)

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Gender & Sexuality-Related Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Stress Management Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

Divorce & Separation Counseling

Confidential, evidence-based online and in-person therapy.

About us

A safe place to be heard, understood and supported.

The Meeting Matters brings together experienced psychologists and therapists who combine compassion, confidentiality and evidence-based care. We support clients in English, Urdu, Hindi and Punjabi across Islamabad, Pakistan, the UK and online.

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Visit Us

Our Islamabad Clinic

House 66, Street 73, F-11/1, Islamabad โ€” easily reachable from F-sectors, E-sectors, Bahria Town, DHA Islamabad and Rawalpindi. Prefer not to travel? The same experienced team is available online.

Meet our team

Expert therapists, human care

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

Muhammad Naushad Anjum

CEO/Lead Psychologist

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Tasmia Asghar

Tasmia Asghar

Clinical Psychologist, CBT, DBT & NLP Therapist

Family TherapyRelationship CrisisTeen Counselling
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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

Self-Esteem & Confidence BuildingPeer Pressure & Healthy Decision-MakingBehavioral Modification
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Insights from Our Team

Testimonials

Stories of support and progress

โ€œI 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-sakoonโ€ฆโ€

Muhammad Subhan Azeem ยท Google Review

โ€œI 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'sโ€ฆโ€

Hashir Kiani ยท Google Review

โ€œI 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 hasโ€ฆโ€

Muhammad Maaz ยท Google Review

โ€œThis 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.โ€

Client from Dubai, Online Session, marriage difficulties

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

Client, 21, MBBS student, stress & anxiety

โ€œComfortable clinic, quick responsiveness. Appointments are scheduled regularly and at appropriate times, which helped me stay consistent.โ€

Client, 20, self-destructive behavior

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