A calmer mind
is within reach.
Compassionate, evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to your needs.
Dr. Saira Farhan — Psychiatrist & Psychotherapist, Karachi
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With over 13 years of experience in psychiatry, she has extensive expertise in diagnosing and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, panic attacks, sleep disorders, and other complex mental health conditions. As an FCPS-qualified Psychiatrist, a Member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP, UK), and holder of an Advanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling from the United Kingdom, Dr. Saira Farhan brings a rare combination of board-certified psychiatric expertise and advanced psychotherapeutic training.
- QualificationMBBS, FCPS (Psychiatry)
- Additional TrainingAdvanced Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling
- Academic RoleAssociate Professor of Psychiatry
- CertificationCHPE — Certified Health Professional Educator
Psychiatrist in Karachi — 13+ Years of Dedicated Practice
A career built on clinical excellence, academic leadership, and genuine compassion for every patient.
Completed specialisation in psychiatry, earning full board certification after rigorous training across adult, child, and forensic psychiatric settings.
2013 – 2014 · Led the psychiatry department while combining academic leadership with active clinical teaching and patient care responsibilities.
2014 – 2016 · Continued academic and clinical contributions, delivering psychiatric education and patient care at one of Karachi's leading medical institutions.
2016 – 2022 · Served as Assistant Professor in Saudi Arabia, working with patients from diverse international backgrounds and contributing to psychiatric education at a leading Saudi institution.
2023 – 2024 · Returned to Hamdard University in a senior academic capacity, leading psychiatric education and continuing to mentor the next generation of mental health professionals.
Advanced training in person-centred, integrative therapeutic modalities — enriching clinical practice with a holistic, patient-first philosophy.
Currently seeing patients in Bahria Town Karachi, offering in-person and online consultations for the full spectrum of psychiatric conditions.
Psychiatric Services in Karachi
Evidence-based psychiatric care tailored to each individual's needs and circumstances.
Comprehensive mental health assessments to understand your condition and design a personalised treatment plan.
Integrative counselling and talk therapy sessions addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
Careful, monitored pharmacological treatment for mood disorders, psychosis, OCD, and other psychiatric conditions.
Structured programmes to recover from work-related burnout, chronic stress, and lifestyle-related mental exhaustion.
Facilitated sessions to improve communication, resolve conflict, and strengthen relationships within families and couples.
What patients say
"I am very satisfied with Dr. Saira Farhan. The waiting time was less than 10 minutes, and the one-hour consultation was thorough and helpful. Overall, it was a great experience."
"Incredibly thorough and compassionate. She explained my diagnosis clearly and never made me feel rushed. Highly recommend."
"My daughter struggled for years. Dr. Saira Farhan's approach with children is exceptional — patient, gentle, and genuinely effective."
Clinic locations
Based in Bahria Town Karachi, with online consultations available worldwide.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Dr. Saira Farhan — psychiatrist and psychotherapist in Karachi, Pakistan.
Dr. Saira Farhan is one of the most highly regarded psychiatrists in Karachi. She holds FCPS (Psychiatry) from the College of Physicians & Surgeons Pakistan, is a BACP-registered member (UK), and has over 13 years of clinical and academic experience as an Associate Professor of Psychiatry. She practises at Bahria International Hospital and Medi Health Care Center in Bahria Town Karachi, and offers online consultations worldwide.
Dr. Saira Farhan stands among Pakistan's top psychiatrists. She combines board-certified FCPS Psychiatry training with a Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling and UK BACP membership — a rare combination of clinical, academic, and therapeutic expertise. As an Associate Professor of Psychiatry and a practising consultant, she treats patients from Karachi, across Pakistan, and internationally via online consultation.
Yes. Dr. Saira Farhan is a highly experienced female psychiatrist in Karachi, available for in-person appointments in Bahria Town Karachi and online consultations worldwide. Many patients specifically seek a female psychiatrist for comfort and cultural sensitivity — Dr. Saira Farhan provides a safe, non-judgmental space for all patients regardless of gender, background, or condition.
Yes. Dr. Saira Farhan offers online psychiatric consultations for patients across Pakistan and worldwide. Online sessions are fully effective for psychiatric evaluations, therapy, medication reviews, and follow-up care — identical in quality to in-person appointments. Whether you are in Lahore, Islamabad, Dubai, London, or anywhere else, you can access expert psychiatric care by booking via WhatsApp.
A psychiatrist in Pakistan holds an MBBS medical degree plus postgraduate FCPS specialisation, enabling them to diagnose mental health conditions and prescribe medication. A psychologist holds a psychology degree and delivers therapy but cannot prescribe. Dr. Saira Farhan is uniquely both — a fully qualified FCPS psychiatrist and a trained psychotherapist with a Diploma in Humanistic Integrative Counselling.
Yes — completely. All consultations with Dr. Saira Farhan are strictly confidential. As an FCPS-certified psychiatrist and BACP-registered psychotherapist, she is bound by the highest professional and ethical standards. Nothing you share is disclosed to any third party without your explicit consent, except in the rare legally required circumstances. Your privacy and dignity are always protected.
Ready to take the first step?
Book a consultation with Dr. Saira Farhan today — in-person or online.