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A Mother's Letter

  Note: Name of client is changed to maintain confidentiality.   My son, Ali was a bright and curious child, but he faced many challenges in his young life. At the age of six, it became apparent that Ali had autism, and it affected various aspects of his life. As Ali's mother, I watched him struggle with social interactions, academics, speech, and basic life skills. Seeing my little boy struggle broke my heart, but I was determined to help him overcome these obstacles and lead a fulfilling life. That's when we met Arshad Raouf, a kind and compassionate clinical psychologist. Arshad had extensive experience working with children with autism and had a deep understanding of their unique needs. I felt a sense of relief knowing that Ali was in good hands. Arshad began Ali's therapy journey by creating a personalized treatment plan tailored to his specific needs. He understood that each child with autism is unique and requires an individualized approach. Arshad's therap...

Story of Fatima, who beat Generalized Anxiety Disorder

  Note: this story is written by client and sent to the therapist, name of client is changed to maintain confidentiality.       Once upon a time, in a small town, there lived a young woman named Fatima. At the age of 25, Fatima had achieved a lot in her life. She had a loving family, a supportive group of friends, and a successful career. However, there was something that held her back from truly embracing her accomplishments: generalized anxiety disorder.      For as long as Fatima could remember, anxiety had been a constant companion. It plagued her thoughts and made simple tasks feel overwhelming. Her mind would race with worries about the future, and her body would respond with panic attacks that left her feeling drained and defeated. Fatima longed for freedom from the chains of anxiety, but she didn't know where to begin.      One day, Fatima mustered up the courage to confide in a close friend about her struggles. Her frie...