Ira Naeem: Listening to people is more important than advising to improve mental health in Nepal

Ira Naeem , a native of Pakistan, is a clinical psychologist specialising in eye movement desensitised reprocessing ((EMDR) and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). Naeem has a decade of experience in the mental health sector. She has practised her profession in different countries including the UAE, the US and Pakistan.

She also holds extensive experience in conducting psychometric assessments (diagnostic and educational) for children and providing treatment strategies for schools and families to implement as part of Individualised Educational Plans (IEP).