About Psychologist Alal
I am Md Alal Mia, known to most of my clients as Psychologist Alal. I am a psychologist in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with more than 5 years of clinical experience, and I help people of all ages understand what they are going through and build practical skills to feel better.
I see clients in person at my chamber in Farmgate and online, in Bangla or English.
Psychologist Alal at a Glance
| Name | Md Alal Mia (Psychologist Alal) |
| Profession | Psychologist with 5+ years of clinical experience, providing psychotherapy and psychological assessment |
| Education | MS in Clinical Psychology, University of Dhaka MSc in Clinical and Counseling Psychology, Jagannath University BSc in Psychology, Jagannath University |
| Training | Postgraduate Training in Psychotherapy, Department of Psychiatry, BSMMU |
| Main methods | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, DBT skills, mindfulness based therapy, motivational interviewing, couple and family therapy |
| Works with | Adults, couples, families, children and teenagers |
| Chamber | Model Addiction and Psychiatric Care, 113/A, Gate No. 1 Road, Monipuripara, Farmgate, Tejgaon, Dhaka 1215 |
| Languages | Bangla and English |
Why I Do This Work
Some stories come up again and again in my work. A university student stops sleeping before exams and is told to just stop thinking so much. A mother notices her son has gone quiet and spends the night on his phone, but the family is worried about what people will say. A husband carries panic attacks for years because he thinks they are a heart problem no one can find.
None of them were weak. They simply did not know that what they were feeling has a name, and that it can be treated. Bangladesh has only around 260 psychiatrists for more than 160 million people, and the National Mental Health Survey found that more than 90 percent of people with a mental health condition get no treatment at all. I want to make good psychological care easier to reach: clear, respectful, based on evidence, and delivered in a language and culture that feels familiar.
The examples above are composites, with details changed to protect privacy.
What you can expect from me
- You will be listened to without judgment, whatever you are going through.
- You will get an honest explanation of what is happening and what is likely to help.
- We will set clear goals together and check your progress regularly.
- If another professional, such as a psychiatrist, can help you more, I will tell you.
How I Work
I use an integrative, evidence based approach. That means I choose methods that research shows work for your specific problem, and I adapt them to your life, values and faith.
- CBT for anxiety, panic, depression, sleep problems and stress. How CBT works
- Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), the first line psychological treatment for OCD. OCD treatment
- DBT skills for intense emotions, self harm urges and unstable relationships. BPD and DBT
- Trauma focused therapy for PTSD and difficult life events. Trauma treatment
- Motivational interviewing and relapse prevention for addiction. Addiction treatment
- Couple and family therapy to improve communication and resolve conflict. Couple therapy | Family therapy
- Psychological testing, including IQ, personality and diagnostic assessment. IQ test in Dhaka
Research supports this way of working. A large meta analysis by Flückiger and colleagues, covering 295 studies, found that a strong working relationship between client and therapist is one of the most reliable predictors of improvement, in person and online. So alongside proven techniques, I put real effort into making you feel safe and understood.
Your First Session
- 1Before the session
You send a short WhatsApp message or call. You receive available times and the fee, and choose in person or online. - 2During the session
In 45 to 50 minutes we talk about what is happening, how long it has been going on, and what you want to change. For children, parents join for part of the session. - 3After the session
You leave with a clear understanding of the problem and a suggested plan, including how many sessions are likely to help. You decide whether to continue.
My Commitments to You
- Confidentiality. What you share stays private, except where there is a serious risk to safety, which I will always discuss with you.
- Honesty. No false promises or quick cures. You will always know what we are doing and why.
- Respect. Your culture, religion and family values are part of the work, not an obstacle to it.
- Coordination. When medication or inpatient care may help, I work alongside psychiatrists, with your consent.
Where I Practice
In person: Model Addiction and Psychiatric Care, 113/A, Gate No. 1 Road, Monipuripara, Farmgate, Tejgaon, Dhaka 1215. Open in Google Maps
Online: secure video sessions for clients anywhere in Bangladesh and Bangladeshis living abroad, available 7 days a week. In person sessions at the chamber run on selected days, at a time agreed with you before booking. About online therapy
Find me elsewhere: YouTube | Facebook | LinkedIn | Google reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Psychologist Alal (Md Alal Mia) is a psychologist in Dhaka, Bangladesh, with more than 5 years of clinical experience, an MS in Clinical Psychology from the University of Dhaka and postgraduate training in psychotherapy from BSMMU. He provides psychotherapy and psychological assessment in person in Farmgate and online.
MS in Clinical Psychology (University of Dhaka), MSc in Clinical and Counseling Psychology and BSc in Psychology (Jagannath University), and Postgraduate Training in Psychotherapy (Department of Psychiatry, BSMMU).
CBT, Exposure and Response Prevention for OCD, DBT skills, mindfulness based therapy, motivational interviewing, and couple and family therapy, chosen according to the problem.
At Model Addiction and Psychiatric Care, 113/A, Gate No. 1 Road, Monipuripara, Farmgate, Tejgaon, Dhaka 1215. Online sessions are also available.
Bangla and English.
Start With a Simple Message
Ready to talk?
Send a short message on WhatsApp. You do not need to explain everything. Just say what you need help with and whether you prefer in person or online.
ConfidentialIn person in Dhaka or onlineBangla and English45 to 50 minute sessions