{"id":6766,"date":"2024-07-13T12:57:42","date_gmt":"2024-07-13T10:57:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/iranianpsychologists.com\/lists\/hamid-farahani\/"},"modified":"2024-08-21T15:22:28","modified_gmt":"2024-08-21T11:52:28","slug":"hamid-farahani","status":"publish","type":"at_biz_dir","link":"https:\/\/iranianpsychologists.com\/en\/lists\/hamid-farahani\/","title":{"rendered":"Hamid Farahani"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"flex-shrink-0 flex flex-col relative items-end\">\n<div>\n<div class=\"pt-0\">\n<div class=\"gizmo-bot-avatar flex h-8 w-8 items-center justify-center overflow-hidden rounded-full\">\n<div class=\"relative p-1 rounded-sm flex items-center justify-center bg-token-main-surface-primary text-token-text-primary h-8 w-8\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"group\/conversation-turn relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\">\n<div class=\"flex-col gap-1 md:gap-3\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-grow flex-col max-w-full\">\n<div class=\"min-h-[20px] text-message flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 whitespace-pre-wrap break-words [.text-message+&amp;]:mt-5 overflow-x-auto\" dir=\"auto\" data-message-author-role=\"assistant\" data-message-id=\"197470a9-261d-4abf-9159-632a4b6415df\">\n<div class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden first:pt-[3px]\">\n<div class=\"markdown prose w-full break-words dark:prose-invert light\">\n<p>Hello, I&#8217;m Hamid Farahani, an ADHD assessor and specialist, currently collaborating with a Consultant Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive ADHD assessments and reports for adults. My professional background and training have equipped me with a robust understanding of ADHD and related mental health issues.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Professional Background and Expertise:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>ADHD Specialization:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Certification:<\/strong> Trained by The UK Adult ADHD Network (UKAAN) in &#8220;Diagnosis and Assessment of Adults with ADHD.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Coursework:<\/strong> Completed &#8220;Understanding ADHD: Current Research and Practice&#8221; at King&#8217;s College London.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Counselling and Therapy:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Accreditation:<\/strong> Accredited by the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society and Addiction Professionals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Degrees:<\/strong> PGDip from London South Bank University; BA in Clinical Psychology (2005).<\/li>\n<li><strong>Specializations:<\/strong> Integrative approach using Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Metacognitive Therapy (MCT), and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Experience:<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Mental Health First Aid:<\/strong> Provided support during significant natural hazards, including earthquakes and floods.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Community Work:<\/strong> Counsellor at Inspire Partnership, working with drug and alcohol issues.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Refugees and Asylum Seekers:<\/strong> Supported individuals with various mental illnesses.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cancer Care:<\/strong> Worked with cancer patients and their families.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>What I Offer:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><strong>1. ADHD Assessment and Diagnosis:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Comprehensive evaluations to diagnose ADHD and understand its impact on your daily life.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborative reports with a Consultant Psychiatrist for accurate and detailed assessments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>2. Therapeutic Approaches:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT):<\/strong> Helps manage emotions and develop coping strategies.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT):<\/strong> Focuses on accepting your thoughts and feelings while committing to actions that align with your values.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Metacognitive Therapy (MCT):<\/strong> Addresses unhelpful thinking patterns and promotes more adaptive ways of thinking.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT):<\/strong> Effective for changing negative thought patterns and behaviors.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><strong>Why Seek My Services?<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you are struggling with ADHD or related issues, seeking a thorough assessment and tailored therapeutic support can be crucial for understanding and managing your condition. My integrative approach ensures that we address your unique needs with evidence-based strategies and compassionate care.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Next Steps:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you are interested in an ADHD assessment or therapeutic support, please reach out to schedule a consultation. Together, we can work towards understanding your challenges and developing effective strategies for managing them.<\/p>\n<p>Feel free to contact me for more information or to arrange an initial meeting. I look forward to supporting you on your journey to better understanding and improved well-being.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"heading-element heading-element-3 attribute-subheading\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\" data-v-70c85fe3=\"\">Specialties and Expertise<\/h2>\n<div class=\"attributes-group\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\">\n<h3 class=\"heading-element heading-element-4 attributes-group-title\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\" data-v-70c85fe3=\"\">Top Specialties<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"section-list\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\" data-v-0b6b498c=\"\">\n<li data-v-1471e8aa=\"\" data-v-8ea1730e=\"\"><span class=\"attribute_base\" data-x=\"attribute-3\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\">Anxiety<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-v-1471e8aa=\"\" data-v-8ea1730e=\"\"><span class=\"attribute_base\" data-x=\"attribute-1\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\">Relationship Issues<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-v-1471e8aa=\"\" data-v-8ea1730e=\"\"><span class=\"attribute_base\" data-x=\"attribute-6\" data-v-1471e8aa=\"\">ADHD<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"attributes-group\" 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