who i’m
hello,This is, Dr. Sumaiya Bente Jali
Consultant Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist
I’m Dr. Sumaiya Bente Jalil, a Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist with over eight years of dedicated experience. I treat complex psychiatric conditions with a compassionate, evidence-based approach. I blend psychotherapy, behavioral therapy, and global insights to support children and families on their path to emotional healing. I strive to ensure that no child or parent walks the mental health journey alone. I believe every mind matters — and with the right support, healing is always possible.
- Child & Adolescent Psychiatry
- Psychotherapy & Behavioral Therapy
- Addiction & Complex Mental Health Cases
- Trauma-Informed Care & Emotional Regulation
Expertise
Specialized in child and adolescent psychiatry, psychotherapy, behavioral therapy, and treating complex mental health and addiction cases with a compassionate, evidence-based approach.
Institutions Currently Working
Dr. Sumaiya serves as a Consultant Psychiatrist at the National Institute of Mental Health and also practices at PHWC, Promises Medical Ltd, and The HUB—leading centers for mental health care in Dhaka.
Mission
To nurture emotional resilience in children and adolescents through compassionate, customized psychiatric care rooted in empathy, science, and family involvement
Vision
A world where every child’s mental health is prioritized, and families feel empowered with knowledge and support
Awards
Outstanding Presenter Award – International Conference on Child & Adolescent Mental Health (2024, Kathmandu) Fellowship – Japanese Society of Psychiatry & Neurology (2025)
Care. Advocacy. Global Insight.
Approach to Care
Media & Awareness Work
Training & International Exposure
- Multidisciplinary collaboration with schools, parents, and pediatricians
- Use of internationally-accepted diagnostic tools
- Trauma-informed care
- Focus on early intervention & family counseling
- Participated in national TV/radio segments to raise awareness about child mental health
- Conducted workshops for parents and teachers
- Published articles on screen addiction, exam stress, ADHD, and autism
- Workshops attended in Japan, Nepal, and Malaysia
- Regularly invited as speaker in mental health conferences