Raisa Tarannum

“Everything can be taken from a man but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one's attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one's own way.” - Viktor E Frankl

Raisa Tarannum is a clinical psychologist trainee who is currently pursuing her Masters in Clinical Psychology from Taylor’s University. Her dedication in making a positive impact on individual’s mental health and well-being led her to pursue a degree in Bachelor of Psychology (Hons) from International Medical University (IMU). Raisa has experience in working with client’s from varying age range including children, adolescents, young adults and adults and from diverse population such as international students, refugees and individuals from LGBTQ community. She believes in empowering her clients by proving them with appropriate diagnosis through various assessments and curating a personalized treatment for them. She approaches her work with empathy, compassion, and a non-judgmental attitude and aims to create a safe and supportive space for her clients.

Areas of special interest

  • Mood disorders
  • Neurodevelopmental disorders
  • Traumas
  • Personality disorders

Therapeutic approaches

  • Person-centred Therapy (PCT)
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
  • Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
  • Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
  • Logotherapy

Language

  • English
  • Bengali
  • Hindi
  • Urdu