The Free Psychological Camp aimed to enhance mental well-being in the community by offering accessible psychological services. Key objectives included raising awareness about mental health and providing free assessments, counseling, and therapy. The event was organized by a dedicated team of professionals, each fulfilling specific roles, such as event coordination, social media management, and logistics.
Over 13 days, the camp successfully engaged with the community, hosting sessions led by experienced psychologists and attracting significant participation from various organizations and institutions. The camp featured notable guests who shared their insights and expertise, including:
- Dr. Mirrat Gul (Senior Psychologist and Alumni)
- Mr. Tahir Ali (Senior Psychologist, Fountain House Farooqabad)
- Dr. Alishba Hania (Associate Professor, China)
- Dr. Usman Rasheed, Mr. Amir, Mr. Ibtihaj, Ms. Mubasharah, Ms. Sana, Ms. Aimen, Ms. Sibgha, Ms. Minahhil, Ms. Naima, Ms. Hadiqa (Alumni)
- Abid Sherwani (Director General, UMT)
- Dr. Ayesha Asghar and Dr. Samia Rani (Alumni)
- Dr. Mehreen Naeem (Clinical Psychologist)
- Dr. Irum Mansoor (Senior Clinical Psychologist, Mayo Hospital)
Highlights included sessions on mental health, NLP, anger management, and support for children with special needs. The camp received positive feedback from the community, with over 50 visitors seeking counseling and assessment services.
The event was marked by strong collaboration between the Happiness Center and multiple educational institutions, culminating in a series of well-attended sessions and workshops. The camp's success was driven by active social media promotion, a high turnout, and the effective management of client sessions.
Looking forward, the team plans to continue this initiative, with future events scheduled at various schools and rehabilitation centers, as well as further awareness sessions in collaboration with UMT. The event’s success underscores the importance of such initiatives in promoting mental health and well-being within the community.
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