Taskeen Helpline Number: +92 316 8275336
Taskeen (Urdu: "to comfort") Health Initiative is a non-profit whose vision is to change people's attitudes and behaviours towards mental health and wellbeing in Pakistan through awareness, education, expression, and advocacy. Our mission is to promote mental health and prevent mental illness in Pakistan by increasing mental health awareness, providing accessible mental health services, and advocating for mental health policy change in Pakistan.
Providing accessible and affordable mental health support to underserved communities in Pakistan using innovative methods
Educating people about mental health and reducing stigma against mental illness through social media, mass media and community-based campaigns and interventions
Bringing about mental health policy change in Pakistan by establishing and managing mental health coalitions, launching mental health advocacy campaigns, and engaging policy makers
Empowers individuals from schools, organizations, and community centers with the tools, resources, and support to manage their psychosocial well-being to build self-sustaining, self-reliant, and resilient communities.
Clinical psychologist with over 15 years of clinical experience, the majority of which has involved counseling and psychotherapy
Advisor
Dr Zafar Mirza is former Health Minister of Pakistan. Currently, working as a Professor of Health System & Population Health and Director School of Universal Health Coverage at STMU, Islamabad. He served as Director Health System Development in WHO, covering 22 countries. He was trained in Psychiatry and Public Health.
Advisor
Dr. Ali Hashmi is a psychiatrist with over 14 years of experience in the field. He has taught and practiced Psychiatry in the United States for 16 years.
Director
Shireen Naqvi is the founder of the School of Leadership and Amwaj; Trustee of the School of Leadership Foundation and General Secretary of the Trainers Resource Group.
Advisor
Beenish Nafees is a psychologist and a Corporate Coach in the UK. She currently runs a consultancy which evaluates outcomes of mental health interventions and programs in the UK
Director & Chairperson
Hamza is a Partner at McKinsey & Company, and has been advising corporate sector entities on growth for 10 years.
Director
Irfan is a businessman with over 40 years experience. He has been involved in leadership positions in various companies. He was nominated to join an elite group of 100 most powerful Pakistanis worldwide.
Director and CEO
Rouhah Sameen, with an MBA in HR from MAJU, brings a wealth of expertise and insight to her role as an HR Officer. She is a strong advocate for mental health. Her commitment to fostering a positive work environment is deeply intertwined with promoting mental well-being, and employee engagement within the organization.
Human Resource Officer
Ahsan holds a master’s degree in commerce and business from University of Karachi. He has 5 years of experience in accounting and finance.
Manager - Finance
She is a Clinical Psychologist with a post magisterial diploma, currently doing MPhil in psychology and a member of the Pakistan association. She is passionate about raising awareness regarding prevailing mental health issues.
Clinical Supervisor
Mariyam graduated from Habib University, majoring in Social Development & Policy. With a background in research and policy, and a keen interest in Public Health, Mariyam aims to work towards the integration of mental health in primary healthcare.
Advocacy and Research Consultant
Sana Liaqat is an associate clinical psychologist and has done her masters in clinical psychology from Bahria University. She is a certified member of New Zealand and Australia mental health association.
Senior Psychologist
Aymen has completed her bachelors in psychology from Bahria University. She has an affinity for psychology, and her mission is to help pave the way towards a more understanding society.
Assistant Manager - Wellness
Sarah is a clinical psychologist with a Master of Science in Clinical Psychology. Specialized in working with adolescents and adults with a range of socio emotional problems.
Senior Psychologist and Clinical Coordinator
Faryal Yameen has completed her Bachelor’s in Social Sciences with a major in Psychology from SZABIST. She is committed to promoting mental health awareness and wellbeing, providing peer support, and working towards eradicating stigmas associated with mental health.
Program Coordinator
Naila Naz is the Program Coordinator for the Advocacy Department at Taskeen Health Initiative. A writer with a BS in English Literature and Linguistics and a strong background in community development, she is passionate about advocacy and dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the development sector.
Advocacy Coordinator
Ailiya holds a BSc. in Social Development and Policy from Habib University. She is an aspiring development practitioner passionate about social research and advocacy in public health, social policy, and education reform. She is currently working as the Assistant Manager for Advocacy at Taskeen Health Initiative.
Assistant Manager Advocacy
Farhan Shaikh, is an experienced mental health professional with a strong six year of
community. Currently, he works at Taskeen as Assistant Manager Community operations where he is responsible for spreading Mental health awareness in different communities across Pakistan.
Manager Operations - Community
Almas has 2+ years of working experience in Digital Marketing, Planning & Communications, and Digital Content Creation with a tech-based startup. She had worked with an advertising agency.
Manager - Public Awareness
Nuvera is a UK-trained clinical psychologist bringing with her almost 5 years of experience in mental health, clinical psychology and special needs education in Pakistan and the UK.
Manager - Research and Development
Following the successful completion of her internship, Sidra has taken on the role of HR Officer at Takseen. Currently, she is managing her work responsibilities while actively pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration.
HR Officer
Gaurav is a finance professional with a bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance from SZABIST Karachi, specializing in financial management and stock market investments. His expertise spans across investment strategies and financial analysis.
Finance Officer
Seema, an HR professional with a degree from IoBM, excels in talent acquisition, employee development, and performance management. She is dedicated to cultivating a positive work culture that encourages growth and enhances productivity within organizations.
Assistant Manager - Human Resource
Momna Rajper is an Associate Clinical Psychologist at Taskeen, with three years of experience in the field of clinical psychology. She believes strongly in the power of therapy to build resilience and promote well-being. Momna is committed to creating a safe and empathetic environment for her clients, recognizing the crucial role that trust plays in the therapeutic process.
Associate Psychologist
Kareem has an experience of over 10 years in Finance. One of his great accomplishments is to have led the development of an automation software for primary healthcare clinics.
Senior Manager Finance
Sheema Iqbal is the Helpline Coordinator at Taskeen. Through her role, she is dedicated to creating a safe and supportive environment where individuals feel empowered to share their challenges and begin their journey toward healing and self-discovery. Sheema is committed to fostering hope, resilience, and positive transformation in the lives of those Taskeen serves.
Helpline Coordinator
Dr Taha is a Fulbright scholar, Acumen fellow and a public health consultant with expertise in public mental health and climate change and health
Co-Founder and COO
Samina Jamal has completed her MSC in behavioral sciences as a gold medalist. Her professional experience includes serving as a Mental Health Facilitator and Mentor with various non-governmental organizations.
Senior Helpline Coordinator
Komal is a mental health researcher and nurse with diverse experience in both Pakistan and the UK. She holds an MSc in Global Mental Health from King’s College London and works as a research consultant at Taskeen Health Initiative.
Research Consultant
Zulfiqar Ali, MPhil (fellow) Clinical Psychology. International Certified Addiction Professional. Working as a Mental Health Professional since 2019.
Associate Psychologist
Rumaisa has a diverse academic background- an undergrad in Computer Sciences, Masters in International Relations, and a CPCAB Certification in counseling. She aims to bring her 9 years of experience as a content strategist, social worker, and brand manager to contribute to mental health awareness.
Assistant Manager - Public Awareness
Javeria holds a Double Masters and a Diploma in Clinical Psychology. She has worked with various NGOs providing community mental health services along with working at psychiatric rehabilitation centers for people with substance use and severe mental health distressors.
Senior Psychologist
Completed master’s in applied psychology. My main goal is to help individuals overcome psychological difficulties and improve their overall well-being. I am passionate about achieving more milestones in the field of Psychology.
Helpline Coordinator
Sinan is a seasoned content producer and storyteller with a local and international client base across multiple industries. He is known for wearing many hats in his career as a manager, consultant, strategist, director, producer, and a writer.
Content Producer
Aiman holds a bachelor’s degree in Politics and International Relations and a master’s in International Development from SOAS, University of London, which has fuelled her passion for working in the development and public sector.
Assistant Manager- Public Awareness & Public Relations
Meet Abu Bakker Siddeque , a motion designer blending the artistry of sociology with three years of design expertise. With a unique fusion of creativity and analytical thinking, Abu Bakker crafts compelling visual narratives that captivate audiences and evoke thought-provoking insights.
Content Producer
Duaa Nusrat is a digital marketeer with an experience of 5+ years of working with local and international clients
Senior Manager Advocacy and Public Awareness
Salim Ullah is an Associate Psychologist at Taskeen with an MPhil in Clinical Psychology and over 2 years of experience transforming lives. Specializing in therapies like CBT, REBT, and mindfulness, he expertly supports individuals facing anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges. Salim is dedicated to creating a safe and non-judgmental space for healing.
Associate Psychologist
Ishaa Adil, a Helpline Coordinator at Taskeen, holds a Psychology degree from Bahria University’s Institute of Professional Psychology. Passionate about fostering a safe space for individuals to address mental health concerns and achieve better outcomes.
Helpline Coordinator
Komal Saleem, an MPhil Clinical Psychologist from Bahria University with over five years of experience, is Assistant Manager for Community & Operations at Taskeen Health Initiative. A mental health advocate, she collaborates with organizations like Dairyland and IQRA University, focusing on self-growth, grief, trauma, stress and anxiety.
Assistant Manager - Operations and Training
Tayyaba Imran is a clinical psychologist and an MPhil fellow of Clinical Psychology. Her expertise includes working with individuals of diverse populations, going through mental health problems.
Manager Wellness
Fibha Sajjad, an Associate Psychologist at Taskeen, with an MS in Clinical Psychology and two years of experience in mental health and relationship issues, specializes in CBT, REBT, DBT, SFBT, and ACT. My mission is to embrace the power of self-care and resilience while guiding minds and empowering lives.
Associate Counselor
Nimra Sultana is an Associate Clinical Psychologist with MS in Clinical Psychology. She uses Eclectic Approach to deal with individuals facing a wide range of mental health concerns.
Senior Psychologist
Nida Rehman is an Associate Clinical Psychologist with MS in Clinical Psychology. She has worked with individuals of all age groups dealing with mental health problems. Her areas of expertise are Anxiety, Depression and OCD along with other mental health issues.
Senior Psychologist