Dr. Sehrish Farooq earned her Ph.D. in 2023 at the age of 33 from the Institute of Applied Psychology, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Pakistan. With over a decade of experience, she is a dedicated psychologist specialized in forensic psychology having expertise in supporting vulnerable and marginalized populations. Her expertise spans multiple areas, including survivors of gender-based violence, children with intellectual disabilities, and women involved in risk-taking behaviors. Currently, she serves as a Psychologist at the Department of Social Welfare & Bait-ul-Maal, Government of Punjab, Pakistan. She is actively engaged in numerous research projects and has made significant contributions to psychometrics through the development and validation of various assessment tools. Her work is well-published, and she frequently presents her research on international platforms. Notably, her paper was recently recognized at the 10th International Congress on Interpersonal Acceptance and Rejection, held in Sofia, Bulgaria, in July 2024. Her proficiency in advanced research methodologies and data analysis tools such as SPSS, PROCESS, SEM, and NVIVO enriches her role as a mentor, guiding graduate students in their research endeavors. An active member of the Pakistan Psychological Association (PPA) and the Social Welfare Research Centre (SWRC), her research informs policy development and drives impactful psychological interventions for at-risk communities.