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Dr. Nazish Idrees Chaudhary is a Wellbeing Coach at Clarity Coaching School with an extensive academic, clinical, and international professional background in psychology, mental health, addiction, behavioural science, and personal development.
She holds a PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Management and Technology, Lahore, an MS in Clinical Psychology from The University of Central Punjab, an MSc in Human Development and Family Studies from the University of the Punjab, and a Bachelor’s degree in Food & Nutrition–Dietetics. Her multidisciplinary background brings a broad and well-rounded perspective to emotional wellbeing, behavioural understanding, and personal growth.
Dr. Nazish has worked across clinical, academic, research, supervisory, and training settings for over a decade. Her experience includes roles in higher education, mental health teaching, addiction and rehabilitation services, psychotherapeutic support, clinical supervision, course instruction, public awareness programmes, and research leadership. She currently serves as an Assistant Professor and has taught across undergraduate and postgraduate psychology programmes in subjects including psychopathology, psychotherapeutics, mental health, behavioural sciences, neuropsychology, clinical placements, addiction, and qualitative research.
Alongside her academic work, Dr. Nazish has substantial experience supporting individuals and families through emotionally difficult situations, helping people better understand their thoughts, behaviours, stress responses, relationships, and personal challenges. Her approach combines strong psychological knowledge with warmth, structure, and practical guidance.
At Clarity Coaching School, Dr. Nazish works as a Wellbeing Coach, supporting students through their learning and personal development journey. Her role focuses on encouragement, reflection, accountability, emotional wellbeing support, and helping individuals talk through difficult situations in a safe and supportive space. Her work on the platform is centred on wellbeing guidance and personal development support and does not replace medical, psychiatric, or formal clinical treatment.
Dr. Nazish is also widely involved in international research, professional training, and mental health education. She has contributed to published research, academic journals, conferences, working groups, and interdisciplinary projects linked to psychology, addiction, trauma, resilience, behavioural health, and recovery.
She is known for her thoughtful, knowledgeable, and compassionate style, and for helping individuals feel heard, understood, and supported while working towards meaningful personal progress.
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
• American Psychological Association (APA)
• British Psychological Society (BPS)
• International Society of Substance Use Professionals (ISSUP)
• Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association
• ICUDDR University Member
• Pakistan Society of Addiction Professionals
Academic & Professional Experience
Assistant Professor — The University of Lahore & Teaching Hospital
Teaching, supervision, clinical placement leadership, faculty development, journal editing, mentoring, and research oversight across behavioural sciences and psychology.

Wellbeing Coach
Dr. Nazish Idrees Chaudhary
Clinical Psychologist | Researcher & Mental Health Educator
Areas of Knowledge
• Emotional wellbeing and resilience
• Personal development and mindset growth
• Mental health awareness and psychoeducation
• Addiction and recovery-informed support
• Stress management and emotional regulation
• Behavioural understanding and self-awareness
• Trauma-informed perspectives
• Relationship, family, and life challenges
• Psychological education and reflective growth
• Research-informed wellbeing support
Education
University of Management and Technology, Lahore
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Clinical Psychology | 2018–2022
The University of Central Punjab, Lahore
Master of Science (MS), Clinical Psychology | 2014–2016
University of the Punjab
Master of Science (MSc), Human Development and Family Studies | 2009–2012
College of Home Economics
Bachelor’s, Food & Nutrition–Dietetics | 2005–2009
Clinical Psychologist — Grace Psychiatric and Addiction Rehabilitation Center
Supporting rehabilitation, addiction recovery, counselling, family sessions, treatment planning, and public awareness initiatives.
Clinical Psychologist — Lahore Psychiatry Clinic & Dr Naeem Aftab Neurology Center
Providing assessment, diagnosis support, psychotherapeutic intervention, counselling, supervision, and wellbeing-focused guidance.
Course Instructor & Research Supervisor
Teaching undergraduate and postgraduate psychology subjects including mental health, psychotherapeutics, psychopathology, addiction, neuroscience, qualitative research, and clinical placements.
Coaching Approach
Dr. Nazish’s wellbeing coaching approach is supportive, thoughtful, and grounded in professional psychological knowledge. Her sessions focus on helping individuals better understand themselves, reflect on their challenges, and move forward with practical strategies and clearer direction.
Her coaching support may help individuals to:
• Work through stress, pressure, or emotional overwhelm
• Reflect on life challenges in a safe and supportive space
• Improve self-awareness and emotional understanding
• Build resilience and healthier coping strategies
• Strengthen confidence, motivation, and personal accountability
• Navigate relationship, family, study, or work pressures
• Develop more constructive patterns of thinking and behaviour
Sessions are designed to provide encouragement, clarity, and practical support for personal growth. They are centred on wellbeing coaching and reflective guidance rather than diagnosis or clinical treatment through the platform.
Professional Highlights
• PhD in Clinical Psychology
• Assistant Professor in Behavioural Sciences and Psychology
• Extensive experience in clinical psychology, addiction recovery, and higher education
• International research collaborations and peer-reviewed publications
• Conference speaker, journal editor, reviewer, and project contributor
• Certified in substance use, couples and family therapy, dialectical behaviour therapy, hypnotherapy, nutrition, and art-based therapeutic approaches
Closing Statement
Clarity Coaching School stands for integrity, accessibility, and genuine human support.

No hype

Helping people
move forward

No false promises
Book a 1-to-1 Wellbeing Session
- One-on-one, private 60-minute wellbeing session with Nazish
- Focused on motivation, clarity, and personal goal-setting
- Supportive and non-judgmental space to explore challenges
- Practical guidance you can apply immediately
- Accountability to help you stay on track
- Progress at your own pace, without pressure
Pricing
⦁ £30 — 45-minute single session
⦁ £100 — 4 x 45-minute sessions (save £20)
Life coaching is not therapy and does not replace professional mental health care.
Professional & Character Reference

Couple’s Therapy
“Professional, empathetic and punctual. We are improving a lot with every session. Highly recommended for those seeking personal growth.”

Mental Health & Addiction Recovery Support
“Nazish was great. She helped considerably at our home and our workplace with mental health support and project management. Thanks so much.”