Ph.D. Clinical Psychologist · 19+ Years of Compassionate Practice · Aligarh
Ph.D. (Psychology), Aligarh Muslim University
Dr. Firdos Jahan is a highly accomplished Clinical Psychologist with over 19 years of professional experience in psychological assessment, psychotherapy, and rehabilitation. She has been serving at the Flat No. 16, NRI SAAC Floor, Anoop Shahr Road (Near Rainbow Roof), Aligarh, U.P. India since 2017.
At DEIC, she performs developmental assessments of differently-abled children, administers diagnostic tools for developmental disabilities, and provides psychotherapy, family counselling, and behaviour modification programs. She also provides psychological evaluation and counselling for patients and caregivers in the Pediatric Cardiac Evaluation and Surgery Unit.
Dr. Jahan holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Aligarh Muslim University, with research focused on the "Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program in Alleviation of Worry & Burden of Family Caregivers of Patients with Dementia."
Comprehensive assessment of children and adults using validated psychometric tools, diagnostic instruments, and clinical observation for developmental disabilities and mental health conditions.
Evidence-based therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), behaviour modification programs, and structured psychotherapy for individuals and families.
Doctoral-level expertise in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction programs, helping individuals manage stress, worry, anxiety, and caregiver burden through evidence-based mindfulness practices.
Specialised in early childhood intervention, Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), language and literacy support for infants — informed by international training at Brooklyn College, New York.
Empowering parents and caregivers with knowledge, coping strategies, and practical skills to support children with developmental challenges or behavioural concerns.
Extensive experience training psychology interns and professionals in developmental and clinical assessment, conducting workshops, and delivering lectures on mental health topics.
Established Aligarh's first private psychological clinic, pioneering accessible mental health services in the region.
Received international training in Early Intervention Programs, Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), and Language & Literacy Support for Infants.
Completed Ph.D. on "Effectiveness of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction Program in Alleviation of Worry & Burden of Family Caregivers of Patients with Dementia."
Began serving at the District Early Intervention Centre performing developmental assessments, psychotherapy, and family counselling for differently-abled children.
Associated with UNICEF as a Psychologist providing tele-counselling services for women's issues, extending mental health support at a national scale.
Continuing to serve patients in Aligarh and beyond through in-clinic consultations, tele-counselling, and the "Your Psychologist" YouTube channel for mental health awareness.