About Dr. Nahid Afsana Zaman Kowmy
Dr. Nahid Afsana Zaman Kowmy is a highly qualified Psychiatrist with a special interest in Child and Adolescent Mental Health. With over 10 years of clinical experience, she has dedicated her career to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and long-term management of a wide range of psychiatric and psychological conditions affecting children, adolescents, and adults.
She has extensive expertise in treating Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Schizophrenia, Bipolar Disorder, Behavioural and Emotional Disorders, Sleep Disorders, School Refusal, Self-Harm, Suicidal Behaviours, Screen Addiction, Substance Use Disorders, as well as various developmental and neuropsychiatric conditions.
Dr. Nahid believes that effective mental healthcare extends beyond medication alone. She follows a holistic, evidence-based, and patient-centred approach, combining appropriate pharmacological treatment with psychological counselling and psychotherapy, tailored to each patient's individual needs to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Her clinical expertise includes:
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)
- Behaviour Therapy
- Parent Management Training
- Family Counselling
- Child & Adolescent Counselling
- Anger Management
- Stress Management
- Supportive Psychotherapy
Dr. Nahid works closely with children, adolescents, adults, and their families to develop personalized treatment plans that address both immediate mental health concerns and long-term emotional well-being. She believes in building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust, empathy, and mutual respect.
Known for her compassionate, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach, Dr. Nahid creates a safe, confidential, and supportive environment where patients feel heard, respected, and empowered throughout their recovery journey.
She remains committed to continuous professional development and keeps herself updated with the latest advances in Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Mental Health, and Psychotherapy to provide ethical, evidence-based, and high-quality mental healthcare.
