Child Psychologist in Dhaka
Have you noticed changes in your child, withdrawn, easily angered, not quite themselves? If you are looking for a child psychologist in Dhaka, you want someone your child actually opens up to. Our team supports children and teens (ages 4–17) with anxiety, behaviour, focus, school stress and family change, online across Bangladesh or in person in Dhaka.
The World Health Organization notes that half of all mental health conditions begin by age 14, which is why early support from a qualified child psychologist can make such a difference.
- This guide explains the topic in practical language, including common signs, causes, and next steps.
- If symptoms affect daily life, relationships, sleep, work, or study, speaking with a licensed psychologist can help.
- Chum Wellness offers confidential online and in-person support in Dhaka.
– He/she stopped talking to you!
Or,
– Maybe he/she gets angry with you for nothing!
If your child is struggling, it does not mean you have failed as a parent, it means they need the right support. Our psychologists are trained in child and adolescent mental health and know how to reach a child who cannot yet put feelings into words.
Meet our child psychologists
We see children and teens ages 4 to 17. Our team includes a UK-trained play therapist (MA Play Therapy, University of Roehampton, London), so younger children who cannot yet talk through their feelings are helped through structured play.
Licensed child and teen psychologists, each with credentials, specialty, area, session fee and a direct booking link. Book online across Bangladesh or in person in Dhaka.
Mostak Ahamed Imran
Shah Vashwati Madhurima
Shahana Parveen
Md. Hafizur Rahman
Farah Tabassum Shamma
Rehnuma Pervin Nijhum
Sirajum Monira
Teresa Diana Gomes
Where you can meet us: in person in Mohammadpur (our main clinic), Dhanmondi, Mirpur, Banani, Gulshan, Green Road and the Moghbazar (Gulfesha Plaza) cluster, or online from anywhere in Bangladesh. Bashundhara and other areas are served online, with your nearest chambers in Banani or Mohammadpur.
Key Benefits of Child Counselling
(also referred to as counselling for kids, children counselling, or kids counselling)
- Problem Solving Skills
- Improved Self Confidence
- Improved Communication Skills
- Improved Academic Performance
- Behavioral Improvement
- Trauma Recovery
These sessions, which include kids counselling options, are designed not only for older children but also for young individuals. They incorporate techniques from behavior therapy for kids and even best child therapy practices to address various issues.
How our therapists work with children
A child psychologist in Dhaka helps children work through worry, anger, low mood, focus problems and big changes at home. Sessions use age-appropriate methods, play therapy for younger children who cannot yet talk through their feelings, and talk-based approaches like CBT for older children and teens. Care is available in person in Dhaka or online across Bangladesh.
For some children, the right support means a team. At Chum, psychologists work alongside psychiatrists when a medical assessment is needed, for example with ADHD or autism, so your child gets one joined-up plan instead of scattered advice.
Play and Talk
Child psychologists use play as a bridge to help kids express their feelings and thoughts. By integrating talk therapy with play-based interventions, our child therapists and kids psychologists ensure that every session is effective. Many clinics offer best child therapy practices under one roof, creating an engaging and supportive environment.
Fixing Scary Memories
Sometimes, kids have frightening memories that make them feel sad or worried. Our professionals use techniques like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) alongside cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to help reduce the intensity of these memories. This method is part of a broader psychological treatment plan that includes targeted psychological interventions and family counseling.
Change Bad Thoughts
Child psychologists teach kids how to transform negative thoughts into positive ones. This process involves a blend of talk therapy and behavior modification therapy to shift harmful thought patterns and foster a healthier mindset.
Doctor’s Help
Every child is unique, and child psychologists know that each case requires special attention. They work hand-in-hand with doctors, and sometimes with a child psychiatrist in Dhaka, to ensure that if medication is necessary for any mental health condition, it is provided promptly. This integrated approach combines both psychological treatment and pediatric mental health care.
Relax and Be Happy
Child psychologists also teach relaxation techniques such as meditation, which help kids cope with anxiety and stress. By incorporating both play therapy techniques and behavioral health strategies, they empower children to build resilience and experience a greater sense of well-being.
Family and Friends
Families and friends play a crucial role in a child’s healing journey. In addition to direct work with children, child psychologists engage in family counseling, parent-child therapy, and offer parenting support and parenting strategies. This collaborative approach ensures that everyone, from parents to extended family members, is involved in nurturing a child’s mental and emotional health.
Renowned Institutions and Local Support
Renowned institutions like Chum Wellness play a vital role in advancing child mental health awareness. They host expert teams that include pediatric psychologists, child psychiatrists, and top rated child psychologists. Families often consult the best pediatric psychologist or the best psychologist for kids from this network to ensure their children receive the highest quality of care. In several of our therapy centers in Dhaka and kids therapy centers, services such as behavior therapy for kids, kids counselling, and family therapy are offered under one roof. Additionally, many of these centers also function as child psychology centers, providing comprehensive assessments and treatments.
Considerations for Seeking Consultation
Identifying the need for a child psychologist or child mental health specialist is the first step in addressing underlying issues. Parents and caregivers should look out for warning signs such as behavioral changes, academic decline, mood swings, or even attention deficit concerns. When choosing the right professional, consider their skills, experience, and adherence to strict professional standards.
Inquire whether the professional is also recognized as a child psychology specialist or child specialist psychologist, as this can ensure that treatment is well-tailored to your child’s unique needs, including any behavioral disorders they may face. Additionally, researching credentials from reputable graduate school programs and verifying psychological testing and child psychological evaluations can further guide your decision.
Challenges and Barriers to Child Mental Health in Dhaka
Addressing child mental health in Dhaka comes with its own set of challenges. Stigma, language barriers, and limited accessibility to specialized services can delay or prevent families from seeking help. Conditions such as Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder), and other developmental disorders, as well as various behavioral disorders, can complicate a child’s overall well-being. Collaborative efforts through mental health awareness campaigns, child health awareness campaigns, and initiatives by the Bangladesh Psychological Association are crucial to overcoming these barriers.
Common Child Mental Health Issues that Our Psychologists Treat
Child psychologists at Chum Wellness help kids facing a variety of challenges. In simple terms, they address issues such as:
- Feeling Extra Worried: Helping children manage persistent worry through techniques including behavior therapy for kids and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
- Scared of Something: Reducing intense fears, such as phobias, with specialized child psychotherapy techniques.
- Feeling Shy and Nervous: Building confidence and easing social anxiety with targeted talk therapy and child-focused counseling.
- Getting Too Sad: Supporting children experiencing prolonged sadness with interventions aimed at improving child emotional well-being.
- Can’t Sit Still or Focus: Assisting kids with attention deficit issues by establishing structured routines and, when needed, through pediatric counseling.
- Feeling Unique: Offering tailored approaches for children who feel different, ensuring they receive comprehensive psychological assessments.
- Angry and Acting Out: Helping children manage anger with strategies developed by experienced child behavior therapists.
- Scary Memories: Using advanced techniques like EMDR alongside CBT to lessen the impact of traumatic recollections.
- Dealing with Mood Swings: Addressing rapid changes in mood and emotional disorders in children through targeted interventions.
Some children may require specialized kids behavioral therapy provided by a skilled child behavior therapist or kids psychologist. In many cases, interventions such as behavior therapy for kids, counseling for kids, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are used to treat a variety of psychological disorders in children, including depression in children and anxiety disorders in children.
Working with families across Dhaka’s cultural context
In the heart of Dhaka, where traditions, languages, and customs beautifully converge, our child psychologists are dedicated to offering culturally sensitive care. They understand that cultural factors influence child development and mental health. Whether through school psychology or child psychotherapy, they tailor treatment approaches, including parenting and child therapy, to respect each child’s cultural background. By integrating individualized education plans and community programs, they help foster resilience and support a child’s overall health and education.
In-person child counselling in Dhaka
Seeing a psychologist in person can help, especially for younger children. In-person sessions in Dhaka give your child a calm, private space, and let the psychologist use play and direct observation. If travelling is hard, the same psychologists also work online, so your child can be supported from anywhere in Bangladesh.
ADHD in Children: Assessment & Support in Dhaka
When your child may need a psychiatrist
For ADHD, autism spectrum, or when symptoms need medical assessment, Chum has three BMDC-registered psychiatrists who can evaluate your child and, if appropriate, prescribe, working alongside your child therapist.
Dr. Srijony Ahmed
Dr. Susmita Sarkar
Dr. Afsana Benta Anowar
All three are registered with the Bangladesh Medical & Dental Council (BMDC). Sessions available online across Bangladesh or in person in Dhaka.
ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder) is one of the most common, and most missed, reasons parents in Dhaka bring a child to a psychologist. A child with ADHD may struggle to sit still, finish tasks or follow instructions, act impulsively, or seem to “not listen”, and this is often mistaken for misbehaviour or laziness rather than a real, treatable difficulty.
What an ADHD assessment for a child involves: our child psychologists use structured interviews with parents and teachers, standardised behaviour rating scales, and observation to understand your child’s attention, activity and learning patterns, building a clear picture rather than a quick label. Where a medical evaluation or medication may help, we coordinate with a child psychiatrist so your child gets joined-up care.
How we support children with ADHD: behaviour-management strategies, routines and focus skills for the child; practical coaching for parents; and collaboration with the school so support continues in the classroom. Early support makes a lasting difference to a child’s confidence and academic progress. You can begin with a child counselling session or book an assessment.
Signs and symptoms of ADHD in children
Parents often notice a mix of these ADHD symptoms in their child:
- Trouble focusing or finishing schoolwork, and getting distracted easily
- Forgetful, often loses things, struggles to follow instructions
- Restlessness, fidgeting, difficulty sitting still or waiting a turn
- Acting or speaking on impulse
- Frequent daydreaming or seeming not to listen
These signs on their own do not confirm ADHD. A proper ADHD assessment tells you whether it is ADHD, another concern, or simply a stage your child will grow through.
ADHD treatment and counselling in Bangladesh
Effective ADHD treatment for a child is rarely medication alone. Our ADHD child counselling builds focus, organisation and self-control skills, uses positive behaviour strategies at home, and coordinates with the school so support carries into the classroom. For families who need it, we arrange a medical review with a child psychiatrist. Sessions run online across Bangladesh or in person in Dhaka, so you can start ADHD support for your child wherever you are.
Prefer a Female Child Psychologist?
Many families in Dhaka feel more comfortable when their child, or they themselves, work with a female psychologist, and that preference is completely valid. Chum Wellness has experienced female child psychologists on our team, and you can simply request one when you book. What matters most is the fit between your child and the psychologist: a warm, trusting relationship is what makes therapy work, and you can switch at any time until it feels right.
Bottom Line
A child’s mental health shapes their confidence, learning and relationships for years to come. If something feels off, you do not have to wait for it to get worse, an early conversation with a child psychologist can make a lasting difference. At Chum Wellness, our psychologists support children and teens with evidence-based care like CBT and play therapy, in person in Dhaka or online across Bangladesh.
FAQs
How do I book an appointment with a child psychologist in Dhaka?
Appointments can be booked through online platforms, by directly contacting our reputable therapy centers in Dhaka, or via healthcare directories that list experienced psychologists in Dhaka.
Can I opt for a video visit instead of a clinic visit?
Yes, We – Chum Wellness offer Video Visit or Online Counselling Session. Also many professionals, including those with extensive in-person experiences and digital consultation expertise, offer video visits, ensuring flexible care alongside traditional therapy sessions.
What are the common symptoms indicating the need for a child psychologist?
Symptoms such as behavioral changes, academic decline, mood swings, issues with attention deficit, or other indicators of a mental health condition may warrant a consultation. Detailed psychological assessments and child psychological evaluations are typically used to diagnose these concerns.
How do I choose the right child psychologist in Dhaka?
When selecting a psychologist, consider their credentials (including qualifications from graduate school, Master’s programs, and Doctoral programs), their experience with child behavioral issues, and whether they are recognized as a child psychology specialist or child specialist psychologist. Reading patient reviews and seeking referrals can also help you find the best psychologist for kids suited to your child’s needs.
Who is the best child psychologist in Dhaka?
There is no single “best” child psychologist in Dhaka, the right fit depends on your child’s needs (behavioural, emotional, developmental, or school-related) and comfort. Our directory lists licensed child specialists with their qualifications and focus areas so you can choose the best match. Sessions start from ৳1,500.
How much does a child psychologist in Dhaka cost?
Fees vary by psychologist and session type, starting from around ৳1,500 per session. You always see the exact fee on each psychologist’s profile before you book.
Can my child see a psychologist online, or must we visit the clinic?
Both are available. Many families choose online sessions for convenience, especially from outside Dhaka; in-person visits are also available at our Dhaka chambers.
Do you offer ADHD assessment for children in Dhaka?
Yes. Our child psychologists carry out structured ADHD assessments for children, in Dhaka or online, using parent and teacher input, standardised rating scales and observation. Where medication may help, we coordinate with a child psychiatrist.
Can a psychologist treat my child’s ADHD, or do we need medication?
Many children do well with ADHD counselling and behaviour strategies alone. Medication is decided by a psychiatrist only when needed; at Chum our psychologists and psychiatrists work together so your child gets the right mix.
Reaching out for your child is a sign of strength, not failure. Whether they are struggling with worry, anger, focus or a big change at home, the right psychologist can help them feel understood, and help you feel supported too.
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Child counsellor, child therapist or child psychologist in Dhaka - what is the difference?
Parents in Dhaka often search for a child counsellor, a child therapist, or a child counselor in Dhaka and wonder if these are different. In practice, at Chum Wellness they describe the same support: a qualified professional who helps children and teens with emotions, behaviour, focus and family stress. Our child psychologists are trained clinical and counselling psychologists who work with children through play-based, evidence-based methods, in Bangla and English, online or in person across Dhaka.
Whether you call it child counselling, child therapy, or seeing a child psychologist, you can explore our child counselling service or book a session and our team will match your child with the right specialist.
Child counsellor in Dhaka - common questions
Is a child counsellor the same as a child psychologist in Dhaka?
For most families, yes. At Chum Wellness a child psychologist is a qualified clinical or counselling psychologist, while "child counsellor" and "child therapist" are the everyday words parents use for the same support. All our child specialists are trained professionals who work with children and teens on emotions, behaviour, focus and family stress.
Do you have a child therapist in Dhaka for in-person sessions?
Yes. Chum Wellness offers both online and in-person child therapy across Dhaka, in Bangla and English. You can request a female child psychologist if your child feels more comfortable, and we match based on your child age and concern.
How do I find the right child counselor in Dhaka for my child?
Tell us your child age and what you are noticing, behaviour, focus, anxiety or school stress, and our team matches you with a suitable child psychologist. You can book online and switch at no extra cost until it feels right.
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