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Who We Are

Special Needs Education & Therapy Center in Islamabad

NEST was founded with one belief, every child with special needs deserves world-class care, close to home.

Our Story

Born From a Parent's Heart

NEST was founded by parents who experienced firsthand the challenges of finding quality, compassionate care for children with special needs in Pakistan. What began as a small therapy room has grown into a full-service school and therapy center.

Today, NEST serves hundreds of families across Pakistan from our center in DHA Phase 2, Sector G, Islamabad, providing hope, progress, and belonging to every child who walks through our doors.

"We don't just run a school and therapy center, we build futures, one child at a time."
NEST Founders
Hina Haroon, CEO at NEST, Islamabad
Summaira Tariq, Director and Administration at NEST, Islamabad
Sidra Simaab, Director and Behavior Therapist at NEST, Islamabad

Our Mission & Values

Everything we do is guided by these core principles.

Compassion First

Every interaction with children and families is rooted in empathy, patience, and genuine care.

Evidence-Based

All our programs follow internationally recognized, research-backed therapeutic approaches.

Family Partnership

Parents are our partners. We keep families informed, involved, and empowered at every step.

Continuous Growth

We celebrate every milestone, no matter how small, because progress is progress.

2026
Founded
100+
Families Served
5+
Expert Staff
98%
Parent Satisfaction
Our Expert Team

Meet Our Expert Team

Dedicated specialists who bring world-class expertise and genuine heart to every child's journey.

Hina Haroon, CEO at NEST, Islamabad CEO
Hina Haroon
M.A World History
M.A Literature and Urdu
26 Years Experience

Leading NEST as CEO with 26 years of experience in education and organizational leadership, bringing a multidisciplinary academic foundation in World History and Literature (Urdu), and currently pursuing certification in International Baccalaureate Teaching (IBT) to further strengthen the school's academic framework.

Summaira Tariq, Director and Administration at NEST, Islamabad Director & Administration
Summaira Tariq
M.S.c Applied Psychology · PMDCP · ABA Therapist & Branch Manager
8 Years Experience

Serving as Director & Administration with 8 years of experience in applied psychology and clinical practice, holding an M.Sc. in Applied Psychology along with a Post Master's Diploma in Clinical Psychology (PMDCP), and working as an ABA Therapist and Branch Manager to oversee both clinical quality and day-to-day operations.

Sidra Simaab, Director and Behavior Therapist at NEST, Islamabad Director & Behavior Therapist
Sidra Simaab
M.S.c in Clinical Psychology · ADCP · International Behavior Analyst (IBA) Candidate
7 Years Experience

Serving as Director & Behavior Therapist with 7 years of experience in clinical psychology and behavior analysis, holding an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology along with an Advanced Diploma in Clinical Psychology (ADCP), and currently pursuing candidacy as an International Behavior Analyst (IBA) to further advance evidence-based behavioral interventions.

Harmain Fatima, Speech Therapist at NEST, Islamabad Speech Therapist
Harmain Fatima
M.S Speech Language Pathologist
3 Years Experience

Serving as Speech Therapist with 3 years of experience in communication and language intervention, holding an M.S. in Speech-Language Pathology to support individuals in achieving their speech, language, and communication goals.

Hajra Abbasi, Teacher at NEST, Islamabad Teacher
Hajra Abbasi
Bachelor’s in Fashion Designing
5 Years Teaching Expertise

Serving as Teacher with 5 years of teaching expertise, holding a Bachelor's degree in Fashion Designing, and bringing a creative, hands-on approach to fostering students' learning and development.

Sana Waheed, Physiotherapist and Occupational Therapist at NEST, Islamabad Physio & Occupational Therapist
Sana Waheed
Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)
2 Years Experience

Serving as Physio & Occupational Therapist with 2 years of experience, holding a Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree, and dedicated to helping individuals improve mobility, function, and independence through personalized therapeutic care.

Wajeeha Majid, Special Educator at NEST, Islamabad Special Educator
Wajeeha Majid
Bachelor’s in Psychology
1 Year Experience

Serving as Special Educator with 1 year of experience, holding a Bachelor's degree in Psychology, and committed to supporting children's individual learning needs through patient, personalized instruction.

Happy children learning at NEST special education and therapy center, DHA Phase 2, Islamabad
How We Work

Our Holistic Approach

We don't just offer therapy, we build a complete ecosystem of support around each child and family. Here's our proven five-step process that delivers real, lasting results.

1
Comprehensive Assessment
A multidisciplinary evaluation covering cognitive, communication, motor, and social-emotional domains to build a complete picture of your child's strengths and needs.
2
Personalized Therapy Plan
Our team designs an individualized plan with clear, measurable goals aligned to your child's specific profile, reviewed and updated every three months.
3
Expert Therapy Sessions
Engaging, evidence-based one-on-one and small-group sessions delivered by our certified specialists in a warm, stimulating environment.
4
Family Training & Support
We train parents and caregivers with practical home strategies so therapy goals are reinforced throughout the day, not just during clinic hours.
5
Ongoing Progress Tracking
Regular progress reports, parent meetings, and goal reviews ensure transparency and keep the entire team, including your family, aligned at all times.
Sidra Simaab, Director and Behavior Therapist at NEST, Islamabad
Sidra Simaab
Clinical Director
Consultation Available

Ready to Meet Our Team?

Book a 30-minute consultation with our Clinical Director. We'll review your child's needs, answer every question, and help you take the first confident step forward.