About Me
Born in Lahore, Pakistan, I moved to Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, in 1977, where I completed my IGCSEs before returning to Lahore to attend the Lahore American School for high school. My journey then took me to Texas, where I enrolled at Baylor University to pursue a degree in dentistry. However, after my freshman year, I realized I needed a more creative outlet, prompting me to take a semester off to explore various options through internships. This exploration led me to the American University of Sharjah, where I discovered my passion for architecture.
After graduating, I worked in Dubai for a few years before returning to Lahore in 2007. I joined Sukh Chayn Gardens housing estate as the principal architect and project manager, where I successfully led several significant projects, including the central Mavi Mosque (a replica of Istanbul’s Blue Mosque), residential developments, apartment buildings, farmhouses, and an office complex for Royal Airport Services.
While in my eighth year at Sukh Chayn Gardens, I embarked on a transformative journey by enrolling in an extensive Certificate course in Counselling, affiliated with the Counselling & Psychotherapy Central Awarding Body (CPCAB) in the UK. This experience ignited my passion for psychotherapy, and I pursued a Diploma in Counselling while transitioning from architecture to focus fully on my new career. In 2019, I received my license to see clients, completing over 100 supervised hours. To further enhance my professional development, I completed the Level 5 Advanced Diploma in 2022 (certificate pending), which allows me to work independently.
Finding my purpose as a psychotherapist has been profoundly fulfilling, allowing me to give back to those seeking support and healing. I also serve as an NLP Master Practitioner and Life Coach, further enriching my practice.
Outside of my professional life, I’m an avid book and movie enthusiast with a penchant for culture. My current reading focuses primarily on psychology and self-help, though I also enjoy memoirs and fiction, with Stephen King being my all-time favorite. I make a point to catch movies in theaters and indulge in a wide variety of genres, alongside my love for true crime documentaries on Netflix.
Traveling is another passion of mine, and I strive to visit a new destination each year. I relish discovering new culinary experiences and exploring museums. As an adrenaline junkie, I seize every opportunity for adventure, whether it’s screaming on roller coasters, ziplining over Dubai Marina, deep diving in the world’s deepest pool, or swinging high above the Bali landscape. To maintain my health, I adhere to a weekly gym routine and a balanced diet, complemented by regular journaling and meditation to keep me centered and focused.
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