CHILD PSYCHOLOGIST · AUTISM & ADHD · ABA THERAPY · LAHORE & ONLINE
Child Psychologist in Lahore Helping Your Child Feel Calmer, Connect Better, and Thrive
Umme Habiba is a clinical psychologist providing autism and ADHD assessments, ABA therapy, and child behavioural counselling in-clinic in Lahore and online for families across Pakistan and abroad. Warm, evidence-based care in Urdu and English.
- Free 15-minute intro call · In-person in Lahore · Online across Pakistan · Urdu & English
Registered Specialist
Clinical Excellence
MS Clinical Psychology
Riphah International University
Master in Special Education
Learning & developmental support
ABA Therapy Training
Behavioural therapy for autism
Practising since 2018
Children, teens & families
Urdu & English
Sessions in your language
A qualified clinical psychologist and special educator combining psychological assessment with real classroom-learning expertise.
You Know Your Child Best Trust That Instinct
Most parents come to us not with a diagnosis, but with a feeling that something isn’t quite right. Maybe your child is melting down more than other children their age, falling behind at school, refusing to go in the mornings, struggling to make friends, or seems anxious and unlike themselves. Maybe a teacher has raised a concern, or your child simply isn’t reaching the milestones you expected.
There is no shame in asking, and it is never “too early.” An early, professional conversation brings clarity sometimes it’s reassurance that your child is developing typically, and sometimes it’s the first step toward the right support. Either way, you stop guessing.
“You should consider seeing a child psychologist if your child shows persistent changes in mood, behaviour or sleep, ongoing difficulty at school, social withdrawal, frequent meltdowns, or delays in speech and development.”
Not sure if it’s needed? Book a free 15-minute call and we’ll help you decide.
Common challenges we help with
We provide specialised support for a range of developmental and emotional concerns in childhood and adolescence.
ADHD
Attention difficulties, restlessness, impulsivity, and trouble with focus and school performance
Autism (ASD)
For autistic children, support can include assessment and, where suitable, structured skill-building through ABA always child-led and neuro-affirming.
Anxiety
Worries, fears, separation anxiety, school avoidance and emotional distress
School Issues
Falling behind, school refusal, and difficulty coping in the classroom
Behaviour
Meltdowns, defiance, aggression and big emotions that are hard to manage
Social Skills
Making friends, reading social cues and building confidence with peers
Learning Difficulties
Reading and writing difficulties, dyslexia, dysgraphia and academic struggles
Emotional Regulation
Understanding and managing intense feelings and anger
Child Assessments & Therapy In Lahore and Online Across Pakistan
Every service below is available at the Lahore clinic and, in most cases, online for families in other cities and abroad.
Child Behavioural Therapy
Practical, evidence-based strategies for tantrums, defiance and aggression, with tools you can use at home and school.
Autism Assessment
A thorough, structured evaluation of your child's social communication, play, sensory profile and development, resulting in a clear written report and next steps.
ADHD Assessment
A structured look at attention, impulsivity and focus, using your child's history and input from home and school.
Learning Difficulties Support
Assessment and strategies for dyslexia, dysgraphia and academic struggles backed by a Master's in Special Education.
Child Anxiety Counselling
Gentle, child-friendly therapy for worries, fears, separation anxiety and school refusal.
Family Therapy
Improving communication and easing conflict so the whole family moves forward together.
Parent Counselling
Judgment-free, practical guidance so you feel confident supporting your child.
Psychological Assessment
Cognitive, developmental and emotional evaluation with a plain-language report and recommendations.
Online Counselling
The same clinical care, delivered securely by video across Pakistan and overseas.
Emotional Regulation
Helping children understand and manage big emotions and anger.
ABA Therapy
Structured, evidence-based behavioural therapy for children with autism including hands-on parent training so progress continues at home.
ABA Therapy in Lahore Evidence-Based Support After an Autism Diagnosis
ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) is one of the most researched therapies for children on the autism spectrum. It breaks big goals communication, daily routines, social skills, managing frustration into small, teachable steps, and uses positive reinforcement to help your child succeed at each one.
As a clinical psychologist with formal ABA therapy training and a Master in Special Education, Umme Habiba designs each ABA plan around your child’s assessment results not a one-size-fits-all program. Parents are trained alongside the child, so the techniques that work in session keep working at home and at school.
ABA sessions are available at the Lahore clinic, and parent-guided ABA coaching is available online for families across Pakistan and overseas.
Understanding Child Psychology , Your Questions, Answered
What does a child psychologist do?
A child psychologist assesses and treats emotional, behavioural, social and developmental difficulties in children and teenagers including evaluating for conditions like autism and ADHD, providing therapy for anxiety and behaviour, and guiding parents using talk-based and play-based methods rather than medication.
How do I know if my child needs therapy?
Consider a consultation if your child shows persistent changes in mood, behaviour or sleep; frequent meltdowns; social withdrawal; ongoing difficulty or refusal at school; or delays in speech, play or milestones. If it’s affecting your child’s happiness, learning or relationships, it’s worth asking.
What happens during an autism assessment?
An autism assessment involves a detailed developmental history, structured observation of how your child communicates, plays and interacts, and information from parents and school. There is no blood test for autism diagnosis is based on this careful, multi-source evaluation, and you receive a written report with recommendations.
What is ABA therapy?
ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) is an evidence-based approach that uses positive reinforcement to help autistic children build communication, social and daily-living skills and ease behaviours that get in their way. Delivered in a modern, child-led, neuro-affirming way, it focuses on your child’s goals and strengths, with parents closely involved.
Is ABA right for every child?
No. ABA can help some autistic children build specific skills, but it isn’t the only option and isn’t right for every child or family. A good clinician discusses goals with you, respects your child’s autonomy and sensory needs, and combines approaches we’ll talk through whether ABA, another therapy, or a mix fits your child best.
What happens during an ADHD assessment?
An ADHD assessment combines a clinical interview, your child’s developmental and school history, and standardised rating scales completed by both parents and teachers, so behaviour is checked across settings. Look-alike causes such as anxiety, learning difficulties or sleep problems are ruled out before any diagnosis.
Can child counselling be done online?
Yes. Online child counselling follows the same structured, confidential process as in-person sessions and works well for many concerns especially for families outside Lahore or overseas Pakistanis who prefer support in Urdu or English from home.
Why Parents Across Pakistan Trust Umme Habiba
Qualified & Evidence-Based
A clinical psychologist (MS Clinical Psychology) using recognised, structured methods no guesswork.
Special-Education Insight
A Master's in Special Education means learning and school challenges are understood from both a psychological and classroom perspective.
Neuro-Affirming
We focus on your child's strengths as much as their challenges, building confidence alongside skills (including how any ABA support is delivered).
Family-First & Judgment-Free
Parents are partners. You'll always understand what we're doing and leave with clear next steps.
Culturally Sensitive
Care that respects the values and language of Pakistani families, in Urdu or English.
Confidential
Strict privacy and professional ethics. What's shared in the room stays in the room.
What to Expect Simple, Clear, No Surprises
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Free Intro Call (15 min)
A relaxed call to hear your concerns and check we're the right fit. No pressure, no cost.
2
First Consultation
We gather your child's full developmental history and agree the right assessment or therapy plan (which may include behavioural therapy or ABA).
3
Assessment & Written Report
Structured evaluation, followed by a clear report you can use at home and share with your child's school.
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Feedback & Plan
We walk through the findings together and map out practical next steps and support.
YOUR CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST
Umme Habiba Clinical Psychologist, Lahore
Umme Habiba is a clinical psychologist in Lahore, Pakistan, specialising in child psychology, autism and ADHD assessment, ABA therapy and learning difficulties. She holds an MS in Clinical Psychology, an MSc in Applied Psychology and a Master in Special Education, with formal training in ABA therapy, and has been working with children and families since 2018 in-clinic in Lahore and online across Pakistan and abroad.
Her background is deliberately broad: an MS in Clinical Psychology from Riphah International University, an MSc in Applied Psychology from Bahauddin Zakariya University, and a Master in Special Education from AIOU. That combination means she understands a child not only clinically, but also in the classroom how learning, behaviour and emotion connect. She works in both Urdu and English, in person in Lahore and online across Pakistan and with overseas Pakistani families.
Her approach is warm, practical and neuro-affirming: every child is seen as an individual with strengths to build on, and every parent leaves with a plan they can actually use.
MS Clinical Psychology
Riphah
MSc Applied Psychology
BZU
Master in Special Education
AIOU
Practising since 2018
Umme Habiba, based in Lahore and serving families across Pakistan and internationally through online consultations.
Working With Your Child's School
A child spends most of their day in a classroom, so real progress happens when home, clinic and school work together. With a background in special education, Umme Habiba can translate a psychological assessment into practical classroom strategies and, with your permission, share clear recommendations schools can use for learning support, seating, exam arrangements and daily routines. Parents receive the same plain-language guidance, so everyone supports your child in the same direction.
This is especially valuable for children with ADHD, learning difficulties or autism, where a clear written assessment helps teachers provide the right classroom accommodations and support.
Online Consultations Across Pakistan and for Families Abroad
You don’t need to be in Lahore to get expert help for your child. Secure video consultations are available in Urdu and English, with the same structured approach as in-clinic care.
Families Across Pakistan
Parents in Faisalabad, Rawalpindi, Islamabad, Multan, Gujranwala, Sialkot, Bahawalpur, Sargodha and other cities consult online for ADHD and behavioural concerns, parent counselling, and follow-up care. Where an in-person assessment is genuinely needed, we plan a single well-organised clinic visit and handle everything else remotely.
Overseas Pakistani & South Asian Families
Many of our online clients are Pakistani and South Asian families in the UK, UAE, Saudi Arabia, USA, Canada and Australia who want a psychologist who understands their language, culture and family values. Appointment times are arranged around your time zone, and school reports or previous assessments from your country are welcome as part of the consultation.
Serving Families Across Pakistan
Umme Habiba Psychologist is based in Lahore, with online consultations bringing the same care to families nationwide:
Lahore
In-clinic assessments, therapy and ABA sessions
Faisalabad
Online child psychologist consultations and parent counselling
Rawalpindi & Islamabad
Online ADHD and behavioural support for children
Multan
Online consultations and assessment planning for families in South Punjab
Gujranwala
Online child behavioural therapy and parent guidance
Sialkot
Online counselling for children, teens and parents
Bahawalpur
Online developmental and learning-difficulty consultations
Sargodha
Online child psychology consultations and follow-up care
Stories of progress
Real experiences from families who have walked this path with us.
“We spent years trying to understand why our son struggled at school. Umme Habiba’s assessment was a turning point. We finally have a roadmap that works.”
Sara M.
Lahore
SM
“The empathy shown by Psychologist Umme Habiba made all the difference. My daughter feels seen and understood for the first time, and our home life is so much calmer.”
Ahmed K.
Islamabad
AK
“The level of clinical detail in the ADHD assessment was outstanding. It helped us secure the right accommodations at school immediately.”
Farah R.
Karachi
FR
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How do I know if I need therapy or a psychological assessment?
Yes. Psychological services are available for children, teenagers, and adults, depending on their individual needs. Support may include child behavioural therapy, emotional regulation, parent counselling, anxiety counselling, family therapy, and online counselling.
Do you provide therapy for children, teenagers, and adults?
Yes. We provide psychological counselling and therapy for children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Our sessions are tailored according to the individual’s age, emotional needs, and personal challenges to ensure the most effective treatment and support.
Can a psychologist help with school problems?
Yes. A psychologist can help children and teenagers with concerns such as learning difficulties, attention problems, emotional regulation, anxiety, behavioural concerns, and adjustment difficulties that may affect school life. Where appropriate, the psychologist may also work with parents and discuss strategies that can support the child at home and school.
Do you prescribe medication?
Psychologists generally do not prescribe medication. If medication appears to be needed, a psychologist may recommend consultation with a qualified psychiatrist or another medical professional for further evaluation.
Which areas do you serve?
No. You generally do not need a doctor’s referral to book an appointment with a psychologist. You can contact the practice directly to discuss your concerns and arrange an initial consultation.
What happens during an autism or ADHD assessment?
A detailed developmental history, structured observation, and input from parents and school. For ADHD, standardised rating scales are used across settings. There’s no blood test diagnosis is clinical, with a written report.
Are sessions confidential?
Yes. Psychological sessions are treated as confidential, and information is handled respectfully and professionally. There may be legal or safety-related exceptions to confidentiality, which the psychologist can explain during the consultation.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Sessions are available in Urdu and English, allowing clients and families to communicate in the language they are most comfortable using.
Do I need a doctor's referral to book?
In-person psychological services are available in Lahore, while online counselling can be provided to clients in other cities across Pakistan, subject to appointment availability and suitability for online support.
Can child counselling and assessment be done online?
Yes the same structured, confidential process as in-person care, across Pakistan and for overseas families, in Urdu or English.
Can child counselling and assessment be done online?
Yes the same structured, confidential process as in-person care, across Pakistan and for overseas families, in Urdu or English.
Can a psychologist help with school problems?
Yes school refusal, poor academic performance, attention and learning difficulties, and classroom behaviour, with recommendations schools can use, informed by a special-education background.
What are learning difficulties?
Specific challenges with skills like reading (dyslexia), writing (dysgraphia) or maths, despite typical effort and intelligence. Assessment identifies the difficulty so the right support can be put in place.
Do you prescribe medication?
No. As a clinical psychologist, Umme Habiba provides assessment and therapy. If medication may help, she’ll refer you to a trusted child psychiatrist and continue to support your family.
Are sessions confidential?
Information isn’t shared without your written consent, in line with professional ethics. Limited exceptions apply only where a child’s safety is at risk.
Which languages are sessions available in?
Urdu and English whichever is most comfortable for your child and family.
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