About Me

I was born in Shiraz, Iran. I completed my Bachelor's and Master's degrees in Clinical Psychology at Shiraz University, one of the well-known public universities in Iran. I was awarded the "Exceptional Talent Student" in both BA and MA courses. 

Back in Iran, I have 3 years of experience as a psychometrist, where I used a variety of psychological and neuropsychological tasks for diagnostic purposes. 

I have completed my psychotherapy training in ISTDP (Intensive, Short-term, Dynamic, Psychotherapy). I loved being a therapist, however, in the middle of my training, I realised that there are thousands of unanswered questions in my mind that I can only figure them out by doing research. So, I decided to apply for a PhD position. 

I have been awarded a scholarship to pursue my PhD at Sunway University (Malaysia) in 2019, which I consider as one of the most conspicuous opportunities of my life. I moved to Malaysia in 2019 and I am still living in this beautiful country. 

Doing my PhD made me realise that I love doing research more than anything, even being a therapist.  I am happy that I took this path. 

Currently, I have submitted my Doctoral thesis and I am waiting for my viva.  

As a Middle-Eastern woman who experienced gender-based inequalities back in her home country, I am an advocate for women's rights. I do believe that less-developed societies will not fully develop until gender-based gaps are addressed properly. 

I also love art, music, and writing.