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
Founder & Lead Psychologist — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Trauma is one of Muhammad Naushad Anjum's core specialist areas — as founder of The Meeting Matters, he combines evidence-based trauma-focused approaches with 15+ years of clinical leadership.
What Muhammad helps with:
Meet Therapists Who Can Help
Muhammad Naushad Anjum
Founder & Lead Psychologist — Couples, Marriage & Relationship Counselling
Tasmia Asghar
Clinical Psychologist, CBT, DBT & NLP Therapist
Ayesha Tariq
Clinical Psychologist — Relationship, Couples & Marriage Counselor
What Our Clients Say
“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
15+ Years of Experience You Can Trust
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, delivered through confidential online counseling and online therapy as well as in-person sessions at our Islamabad clinic.
Explore Our Full Range of Services
Alongside specialist support for this concern, you have access to our full range of services — the same experienced team, available online or in person:
Individual Therapy
One-to-one online counseling and therapy for anxiety, depression, stress and personal growth.
Couples Counseling
Online relationship counseling for communication, conflict and rebuilding trust.
Marriage Counseling
Online marriage counseling for couples working through distress or disconnection.
Premarital Counseling
Guided conversations before marriage, available online.
Family Therapy
Family counseling for communication, parenting and conflict resolution.
Child Psychology
Child and adolescent therapy with parent guidance.
Online Therapy
Secure online therapy sessions from anywhere.
Corporate Mental Health Workshops
Workplace wellbeing programs for organisations.
Career Counseling
Support for career transitions and workplace stress.
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
Frequently Asked Questions
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Take the first step toward better mental health. Our compassionate team is here to support you.