The Career Counseling Center at the International Islamic University Islamabad female campus hosted a series of counseling sessions under the banner “Access to Counseling and Psychological Services” as part of World Mental Health Week, reinforcing IIUI mental health support for students. Trainee counselors from the Department of Psychology led interactive sessions in the Seminar Room of Maryam Block, sharing practical tools to manage emotions and improve well-being.
The event was attended by Prof. Dr. Amna Mahmood, in-charge of the female campus, who served as chief guest, alongside Prof. Dr. Abdul Raheman, vice president administration and finance and vice president academics, Dr. Inaam-ul-Haq, director works, and Dr. Rukhsana Tariq, student advisor. Their presence underlined institutional support for accessible counseling and psychological services on campus.
Trainee counselors addressed common student concerns including overthinking, anger and time management, boundary setting, self-criticism, exam stress and career planning, offering evidence-based strategies for emotional regulation, productivity and aligning career goals with personal strengths. The sessions emphasized help-seeking behavior and clarified available counseling pathways within the university.
Supervised by Dr. Mamoona Ismail Loona, the activity drew active participation from students across departments, who described the sessions as insightful and useful for developing healthier coping mechanisms. Feedback highlighted the practical nature of the guidance and the importance of ongoing access to counseling services.
The initiative reflects IIUI’s continued commitment to student welfare and to strengthening IIUI mental health resources on campus, aiming to create a supportive environment where students feel empowered to seek help and build resilience.
