Athya Ashraf
Consultant Psychologist
M.Sc, B.A
2 years of experience
A lot of people I work with, come in trying to navigate some of the most emotionally difficult phases of their lives whether that’s feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, stuck in unhealthy patterns, or trying to cope with experiences that have been hard to carry alone. I aim to create a space where you can speak openly without fear of judgment, while helping you understand patterns that may feel confusing, stuck, or difficult to change.
My approach is practical, collaborative, and insight-oriented. I draw from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Solution-Focused, and Experiential techniques not just to explore your experiences, but to help you develop coping strategies that actually work in your day-to-day life. I’ve also worked closely with families, which helps me understand the larger context people come from and how it shapes their struggles.
Whether you’re feeling lost, stuck, or simply trying to understand yourself better, the focus is on helping you build clarity, emotional balance, and a way forward that feels sustainable and meaningful to you.
Outside of work, I’m usually exploring new cafés, collecting “I’ll definitely come back here” places where I can treat myself with desserts.
Concerns I can help with
“My mind keeps running non-stop, even at night.” “I keep thinking ‘what if something goes wrong’ all the time.” “I just don’t feel like doing anything these days.” “I wake up tired and don’t feel like getting out of bed.” “I can’t handle everything that’s expected from me.” “I feel like I’m constantly running but getting nowhere.” “I keep saying I’ll stop, but I go back to it again.” “I feel restless if I don’t use my phone / drink / etc.” “I hide it from others, but it’s affecting me.” “I lose my temper very quickly.” “I feel like no one really understands me.” “I feel stuck in life and not moving forward.” “Sometimes I feel very high and energetic, then suddenly very low.” “I can’t forget what happened, it keeps coming back.” “I don’t enjoy my job anymore, it feels like a burden.” “I’m very harsh on myself.” 
I offer therapy for
Anxiety disorders
Stress management
Addiction
Loneliness
Negative thinking
Overthinking
Self improvement
Life transitions
I Specialise in
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Cognitive Behaviour Therapy
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Narrative Therapy
3
SFBT
4
Supportive Therapy
Languages I speak
English
Hindi
Urdu
I can help you with
Addiction
Mood Disorders
My Affiliations
Consultant Psychologist at Amaha from May 2026 to present
Assistant Clinical Psychologist at Ummeed De-addiction and Rehab Centre from Sep 2024 to Mar 2026
FAQs
Why did you choose to become a therapist?
I’ve always been drawn to understanding what drives people beneath the surface, especially when their behaviour doesn’t align with what they’re feeling inside. Over time, I realized I didn’t just want to understand it, I wanted to help people untangle it. Therapy feels like a space where real change happens - not with advice but with self-exploration. That made the choice clear.
What type of session would you like?
Session Duration
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For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.
If you or someone you know is experiencing at-risk behaviors or safety concerns, or any other life-threatening extreme-case issues or critical mental health situation, contact a helpline or go to the nearest hospital or extreme-case support room. Having a close family member or friend with you for support can be invaluable during this time.
For extreme-case mental health support, please call the national Tele MANAS helpline at 1-800-891-4416.