Executive Team

Mauna Gauhar

Founder/ Team Lead

Growing Edge takes pride in introducing the Team Leader who is not only the founder of the organization but also a pioneer when it comes to contributing to the field of mental/ psychological health in Pakistan.

Being a researcher, academician/ trainer and clinical practitioner; Mauna is the
first to get her work published internationally for developing a short-term cure for clinical depression. This new form of treatment is one its kind with absolutely no competitor/alternative offering similar results in Pakistan. She has expertise in treating mental health issues through using integrative frameworks and employs trauma therapy, object relations and Ego states therapy to help clients overcome their psychological problems. With an experience of over 15 years as a clinician, she not only has a sound grip over counselling/ therapeutic skills but is also a certified clinical supervisor.

Having a rich base of knowledge, her diplomas spread out to years of study, all obtained
internationally. She has also trained in the capacity of a corporate trainer nationally as well as internationally. Mauna is a reiki master and has taught Yoga and meditation as a wholistic healer for more than a decade. Having appeared on television several times to educate and spread awareness regarding the mental health issues to the public, she also provides mentoring opportunities to leaders from different walks of life particularly political and corporate.

GAUHAR

Gauhar is a dedicated mental health professional who has eight years of work experience with diverse client population (age ranging from children to very old individuals). His clientele includes individuals with serious mental disorders to those who have intra/interpersonal issues and psychological problems, but are functional.

Gauhar’s philosophy revolves around empowering clients through experiential therapies and body work. Gauhar encourages his clients to actively participate in the healing process so that they can attain confidence, independence, and autonomy in carving out a life script of their personal choice. Currently, working in Toronto, Gauhar has been in
the field of social service for many years. With his academic qualifications from top Canadian Universities, Gauhar holds a strong stature in experienced practise of Developmental Psychological frameworks.

Anna Wirdah

Anna is a blend of intellect, creativity, and professionalism. Her educational background comprises of studying theoretical frameworks that lead to client change and healing. Her specialization is in Clinical and Health Psychology. As she completed her Masters from one of the top Psychology schools in UK, she had the opportunity to be taught and trained by qualified professionals and prominent practitioners. Her degree has helped her in incorporating evidence based models and latest research in clinical practice. Anna’s work with adult clients includes working on their intrinsic motivation for goals achievement and improved quality of life. She has worked with a diverse age range in the past and specializes in dealing with behavioural problems encountered by parents and children in home and school settings. In addition, Anna has prior experience in teaching and training.

This aids in her practice as a counsellor. Anna is also trained in Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program (UK); a framework she has observed to be highly efficacious in her experience as a therapist. Her personal philosophy revolves around self-growth and readiness to take responsibility toward change. In her own words, “Nothing worth having is easy, however, goal achievement is contingent upon commitment and persistence”.