Mental Health Recovery for Child LabourApr 2024 – ongoing
Healing the Emotional Wounds of Illegal Child Workers Through a Co-produced Arts-based Program
Funder: ESRC
Collaboration: Jennifer Lau, V. Kumari, S. Dhakal, T. Sing
Dr. Muhammad Kamruzzaman Mozumder
Professor of Clinical Psychology
Department of Clinical Psychology · Faculty of Biological Sciences · University of Dhaka
Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Dhaka and President of the Bangladesh Clinical Psychology Society. Fulbright scholar, Commonwealth Professional Fellow, and one of the country's most published clinical psychologists.
Mental Health Service DevelopmentPsychological InterventionPrejudice ReductionMental Health in Humanitarian CrisisLGBT Mental HealthTool Construction
20+
Years in Clinical Psychology
32
Peer-Reviewed Articles
3
Books Authored
26+
Researchers Supervised
Biography
About Dr. Mozumder
Dr. M. Kamruzzaman Mozumder is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Dhaka, Bangladesh and is currently serving as the President of the Bangladesh Clinical Psychology Society (BCPS). As a Fulbright scholar, he also worked as a visiting professor at the Graduate Psychology Department of James Madison University, Virginia, USA.
Areas of Work
Research Interests & Clinical Approaches
Dr. Mozumder's academic work and clinical practice span service development, psychometric tool construction, and mental health in humanitarian settings.
Research Interests
- Mental Health Service Development
- Psychological Intervention
- Prejudice Reduction
- Mental Health in Humanitarian Crisis
- LGBT Mental Health
- Tool Construction
Therapeutic Approaches
- Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT)
- Narrative Therapy
- Systemic & Family Therapy
Clinical work focuses primarily on adult mental health.
Qualifications
Education
| Degree | Subject | Institution | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D. | Psychology | Monash University | 2013 |
| M.Phil. | Clinical Psychology | University of Dhaka | 2005 |
| M.Sc. | Clinical Psychology | University of Dhaka | 2001 |
| B.Sc. (Hons.) | Psychology | University of Dhaka | 2000 |
Career
Academic & Professional Experience
Two decades at the University of Dhaka, from Lecturer in 2005 to Professor, alongside clinical and research posts across 9 appointments.
President
CurrentBangladesh Clinical Psychology Society (BCPS)
26 Jun 2022 – Present
Dhaka
Professor
CurrentUniversity of Dhaka
31 Aug 2021 – Present
Dhaka, Bangladesh
Visiting Professor
James Madison University
3 Sep 2021 – 31 Mar 2022
Virginia, USA
Associate Professor
University of Dhaka
27 Feb 2014 – 30 Aug 2021
Bangladesh
Assistant Professor
University of Dhaka
3 Nov 2008 – 26 Feb 2014
Bangladesh
Lecturer
University of Dhaka
10 May 2005 – 2 Nov 2008
Bangladesh
Field Research Officer (Part-time)
icddr,b
1 Jan 2004 – 9 May 2005
Bangladesh
Psychologist (Part-time)
Marie Stopes Clinic
1 Dec 2003 – 9 May 2005
Bangladesh
Psychologist (Part-time)
Bangladesh Rehabilitation Center for Trauma Victims (BRCT)
1 Dec 2002 – 30 May 2004
Bangladesh
Research Activities
Funded Projects & Research Supervision
Funded Research Projects
Perceived InjusticeNov 2023 – ongoing
Assessing link between perceived injustice and mental health
Funder: University Grants Commission
Psychosocial Supervision in Humanitarian CrisisNov 2021 – ongoing
Caring for Carers: A virtual psychosocial supervision intervention to improve the quality and sustainability of mental health and psychosocial support in humanitarian contexts
Funder: Enhancing Learning and Research in Humanitarian Assistance (ELRHA, UK)
Collaboration: University of New South Wales (Australia), Koç University (Turkey), Hope Revival Organization (Syria)
Skill Building & Clinical SupervisionMar 2019 – Dec 2019
Conducting training and supervision programme on MHPSS
Collaboration: International Organization for Migration (IOM)
DepressionFeb 2018 – Feb 2020
Understanding Phenomenology of Depression in Bangladesh
Funder: University Grants Commission
Health & ProductivityJun 2015 – May 2016
Worker Well-Being and Productivity in the Bangladesh Garment Sector
Collaboration: Paula Lopez-Pena, Christopher Woodruff, Atonu Rabbani
Mental Health & Sexual MinorityJan 2015 – Dec 2016
Exploration of mental health needs and support systems among the LGBT population in Bangladesh
Funder: KIT (Royal Tropical Institute), Netherlands
Collaboration: Bandhu Social Welfare Society (BSWS); Shale Ahmed
Completed Doctoral & M.Phil. Supervision
Ph.D.2025
Long-term efficacy of online clinical supervision to improve self-confidence and well-being of humanitarian mental health service providers
Sabiha Jahan · Supervisor · Efficacy, supervision, service development, implementation science
Ph.D.2024
Impact of trauma on coping behaviour of children
Fayaza Ahmed · Co-supervisor · Childhood trauma, coping
Ph.D.2022
Phenomenology of depression and revision of Depression Scale in Bangladesh
Md. Zahir Uddin · Supervisor · Tool construction
Ph.D.2022
Trans Men in Malaysia: Examining the psychological and decision-making processes in becoming men
Vizla Kumaresan · Co-supervisor · Gender identity
M.Phil.2023
Predictors of Burnout among Mental Health Professionals
Khadiza Begum · Supervisor · Burnout, care for caregiver
M.Phil.2023
Impact of adverse childhood experiences on adult mental health
Md. Aminul Islam · Supervisor · Psychopathology, adverse childhood experiences
M.Phil.2023
Exploring illness-specific positive beliefs and their influence among patients with anxiety disorder
Madhurima Saha Hia · Supervisor · Psychotherapy process, psychopathology
M.Phil.2022
Understanding the Development of Core Belief
Tofa Hakim · Supervisor · Development of psychopathology
M.Phil.2022
Reducing Racial Prejudice in Chittagong Hill Tracts through Contact-based Intervention
Md. Omar Faruk · Supervisor · Intervention effectiveness
M.Phil.2022
Exploring barriers in seeking mental health services
Fahmida Shultana · Supervisor · Mental health gap
M.Phil.2022
The nature and impact of postpartum depression on women's life
Mumita Jerin Nilav · Supervisor · Maternal health
M.Phil.2020
Attitude towards psychiatric medication among the providers and recipients of mental health services
Kaniz Fatema · Supervisor · Mental health gap
M.Phil.2019
Understanding psycho-social impact of chronic pain
Umme Salma Afroz · Supervisor · Clinical health psychology
M.Phil.2018
Understanding Parent-Child Relationship
Shamima Akhter · Supervisor · Parenting
M.Phil.2018
Mental health problems among persons with disability
Rifat Sharmin · Supervisor · Disability
M.Phil.2017
Impact of psycho-education among patients undergoing cardiac surgery
Nafisa Sultana · Supervisor · Health intervention
M.Phil.2017
Exploring early Warning Signs of Suicide in Bangladesh
Rubina Jahan Rumi · Supervisor · Suicide prevention
M.Phil.2017
Exploring client satisfaction among psychotherapy recipients
Mita Mandal · Supervisor · Client satisfaction, psychotherapy process
M.Phil.2016
Development of an inventory of sexual satisfaction
Tahmina Parvin · Supervisor · Tool construction, sexual health
Ongoing Supervision
M.Phil.In progress
Assessing impacts of art-based intervention on mental health among rescued child labour
Afsana Rahman · Supervisor
M.Phil.In progress
Exploring barriers and facilitators of implementing art-based intervention for rescued child labour
Delara Jahan · Supervisor
M.Phil.In progress
Exploring barriers to access services for children with neurodevelopmental disabilities
Abdullah Ziad · Supervisor
M.Phil.In progress
Factors influencing parenting self-efficacy of mothers having children with neurodevelopmental disability
Shobnom Tehzeeb Tusty · Co-supervisor
M.Phil.In progress
Narratives of Roles among Young Siblings of Children with Mild Intellectual Disability in Bangladesh
Kazi Nishat Ara · Supervisor
M.Phil.In progress
Psychological Problems in General Health Care: Prevalence, Pathway and Financial Burden
Chayon Kumar Das · Supervisor
M.Phil.In progress
Understanding the stability of impact of parenting training in the context of Bangladesh
Farzana Alam · Supervisor
In addition to the doctoral and M.Phil. research above, Dr. Mozumder has supervised 20 Master's dissertations between 2016 and 2025 on topics including academic stress and suicidal ideation, help-seeking behaviour, forgiveness and wellbeing, scale development for perceived injustice, mentalization, somatic symptom disorder, obsessive-compulsive severity norms, social anxiety prevalence, and impulsiveness.
Publications
Books, Chapters & Journal Articles
3 books, 5 book chapters, and 32 peer-reviewed journal articles.
Books
Essential Psychological Skills for Mental Health Service Providers
Muhammad Kamruzzaman Mozumder, Jobeda Khatun, Khadiza Begum, Kazi Nishat Ara, Chayon Kumar Das, Lusanta Hanif, Rehnuma Parveen Nijhum, Mohammad Omar Faruk & Tamzid Karim
Dhaka: International Organization for Migration and Department of Clinical Psychology, 2019
Guidebook on Mental Health and COVID-19
Md Abdul Mohit, Liaquat Ali, Md Habibur Rahman, Waziul Alam Chowdhury, Bidhan Ranjan Roy Podder, MMA Shalahuddin Qusar, Mahjabeen Haque, Helal Uddin Ahmed, M. Kamruzzaman Mozumder, Md Rizwanul Karim, Niaz Mohammad Khan, Maruf Ahmed Khan & Hasina Momotaz
Dhaka: Non-communicable Disease Control (NCDC) Programme, Directorate General of Health Services, 2020
Exploring The Psychosocial Wellbeing of Sex Workers & Garments Workers Under Solidarity and Empowerment through Education, Motivation and Awareness (SEEMA) Project
Muhammad Kamruzzaman Mozumder
CARE Bangladesh, 2014
Book Chapters
“Crisis, Trauma, Coping, and Suicide in Bangladesh”
Mozumder MK — in Suicidal Behavior in Bangladesh. Mental Health Systems and Policy in Low- and Middle-Income Countries (ed. Arafat SMY)
Singapore: Springer, 2026, pp. 89–102
“Mental Health of Vulnerable Populations in Bangladesh”
Hia MS & Mozumder MK — in Mental Health in Bangladesh: From Bench to Community (ed. Arafat SMY)
Singapore: Springer, 2024, pp. 293–309
“Psychosocial Management of Mental Disorders in Bangladesh”
Mozumder MK — in Mental Health in Bangladesh: From Bench to Community (ed. Arafat SMY)
Singapore: Springer, 2024, pp. 65–85
“Krise, Trauma und Selbstmord in Bangladesch”
Mozumder MK — in Selbstmord in Bangladesch (ed. Arafat SMY & Khan MM)
Singapore: Springer, 2024, pp. 115–128
“Crisis, Trauma, and Suicide in Bangladesh”
Mozumder MK — in Suicide in Bangladesh: Epidemiology, Risk Factors, and Prevention (ed. Arafat SMY & Khan MM)
Singapore: Springer Nature, 2023, pp. 97–109
Peer-Reviewed Journal Articles
A next generation of the schema therapy model of personality pathology: A cross-cultural and international study protocol
Mamali FC, Rijkeboer M, Molenaar D, Rameckers SA, Panzeri M, Arntz A, Lee CW, Brockman R, Tan DH, Mozumder MK, Gayen TG, et al.
PLOS ONE — vol. 21, no. 6 — Public Library of Science · 2026
View publicationValidation of the Bangla PHQ-4 in rural and urban community samples from Bangladesh
Mozumder MK, Keya UK, Ahmed F, Gazi I, Gop K, Bhattacharjee P, Islam MA & Islam S
PLOS ONE — vol. 21, no. 6 — Public Library of Science · 2026
View publicationClinical mental health supervision in a humanitarian context in LMICs: PEACE model for community engagement
Jahan S, Faruk MO, Kurt G, Némorin S, Zarate A, Mozumder MK, Rosenbaum S & Wells R
Research Involvement and Engagement — vol. 11, pp. 1–12 — Springer Nature · 2025
View publicationThe localisation of humanitarian response to conflict and displacement: a scoping review from a health systems perspective
McGrath M, Kurt G, Davis E, Lekkeh SA, Beetar A, Mozumder MK, Almeamari F, Rosenbaum S & Wells R
BMJ Global Health — vol. 10, pp. 1–15 — BMJ Publishing Group · 2025
View publicationEnhancing Access to Mental Health Services for Antepartum and Postpartum Women Through Telemental Health Services at Wellbeing Centers in Selected Health Facilities in Bangladesh: Implementation Research
Hossain AT, Rahman MH, Manna RM, Akter E, Islam SH, Hossain MA, Ara T, Usmani NG, Chandra P, Khan MA, Rahman SM, Ahmed HU, Mozumder MK, et al.
JMIR Pediatrics and Parenting — vol. 8, pp. 1–21 — JMIR Publications · 2025
View publicationValidation of the somatic symptom disorder — B Criteria Scale (SSD-12) in Bangladesh
Habib S & Mozumder MK
PLOS ONE — vol. 20, no. 1, pp. 1–14 — Public Library of Science · 2025
View publicationDevelopment of a new perceived injustice scale for Bangla speaking population
Mourin C & Mozumder MK
PLOS ONE — vol. 19, no. 10, pp. 1–19 — Public Library of Science · 2024
View publicationPre-migration decision-making support for people affected by climate change
Mozumder MK
The Lancet Psychiatry — vol. 11, no. 9, p. 680 — Elsevier · 2024
View publicationBangladesh needs to put a stop to malpractice in mental health-care services
Faruk MO, Haque S, Mozumder MK, Kadir M, Islam A, Gayen TK & Martin J
The Lancet Psychiatry — vol. 11, no. 8, pp. 588–589 — Elsevier · 2024
View publicationExploring mental health needs, coping and suitable service modalities for people affected by coronavirus disease 19
Tamanna FH, Anik AI, Faruk MO, Jahan R, Mozumder MK & Selim A
Bangladesh Journal of Psychiatry — vol. 37, no. 2, pp. 38–45 — Bangladesh Association of Psychiatrists · 2023
View publicationTesting the effectiveness and acceptability of online supportive supervision for mental health practitioners in humanitarian settings: a study protocol for the Caring for Carers project
Wells R, Acarturk C, Mozumder MK, Kurt G, Klein L, et al.
BMC Psychiatry — vol. 23, pp. 1–12 — Springer Nature · 2023
View publicationMental health and suicide risk among homosexual males in Bangladesh
Mozumder MK, Jasmine UH, Haque MA & Haque S
PLOS ONE — vol. 18, no. 8, pp. 1–13 — Public Library of Science · 2023
View publicationReliability and validity of the Perceived Stress Scale in Bangladesh
Mozumder MK
PLOS ONE — vol. 17, no. 10 — Public Library of Science · 2022
View publicationChallenges to providing quality mental health services for forcibly displaced populations: The case of Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh
Islam S & Mozumder MK
Asian American Journal of Psychology — vol. 12, no. 3, pp. 234–240 — American Psychological Association · 2021
Barriers, Attitudes, Confidence and Knowledge of Mental Health and Psychosocial Humanitarian Staff in Cox's Bazar in Responding to Suicide Risk
Fischer L, Zarate A, Mozumder MK, Elshazly M & Rosenbaum S
Intervention — vol. 19, no. 2, pp. 242–248 — Wolters Kluwer / Medknow · 2021
From the editors: introducing Intervention's special issue on the mental health and psychosocial wellbeing of Rohingya refugees
Ager W, Horn R, Mozumder MK, Riley A & Ventevogel P
Intervention — vol. 17, no. 2, pp. 117–121 — Wolters Kluwer / Medknow · 2019
Exploring host community attitudes towards Rohingya refugees in Bangladesh
Jerin MI & Mozumder MK
Intervention — vol. 17, no. 2, pp. 169–173 — Wolters Kluwer / Medknow · 2019
Normative Data on Bangla Versions of the Beck Hopelessness Scale, the Perceived Stress Scale, and the General Health Questionnaire
Mozumder MK
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 29, pp. 43–58 · 2019
Validation of Bengali perceived stress scale among LGBT population
Mozumder MK
BMC Psychiatry — vol. 17, no. 1, p. 314 · 2017
Behavior and Experience of Male Homosexuals in Bangladesh
Mozumder MK, Haque MA, Jasmine UH, Royal RI & Sharmin R
Bangladesh Journal of Psychiatry — vol. 30, no. 2, pp. 41–44 — Bangladesh Association of Psychiatrists · 2016
View publicationStereotypical thoughts and perceptions among Chakma and Settler Bengalis in Southeastern Bangladesh
Mozumder MK & Haque S
Peace and Conflict: Journal of Peace Psychology — vol. 21, no. 2, pp. 285–288 — American Psychological Association · 2015
Sexual Myths and Behavior of Male Patients with Psychosexual Dysfunction in Bangladesh
Miah MA, Al-Mamun MA, Khan S & Mozumder MK
The Dhaka University Journal of Psychology — vol. 39, pp. 89–100 · 2015
Burnout among the Clinical Psychological Service Providers of Bangladesh
Gayen TK & Mozumder MK
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 21, pp. 75–90 · 2011
Clinical Psychology Service at Non-medical Setup: Service Development and Profile of Clients Attending Students Guidance and Counseling Center of University of Dhaka
Kaly A, Mozumder MK, Rahman MM & Parveen Z
The Dhaka University Journal of Psychology — vol. 34, pp. 1–11 · 2010
Symptomatology of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in Bangladesh
Mozumder MK & Begum R
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 18, pp. 1–10 · 2008
Relationship between socio-demographic variables and obsessive compulsive disorder
Mozumder MK & Begum R
Pakistan Journal of Social and Clinical Psychology — vol. 16, pp. 3–14 · 2007
Implementation of Cognitive Behavior Therapy in the Treatment of Obsessive Compulsive Disorder in Bangladesh: A Case Study
Mozumder MK
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 17, pp. 37–48 · 2007
A survey of knowledge about HIV/AIDS among educated dwellers of Dhaka city
Uddin ZM, Miah MAA, Mozumder MK, Begum HA, Karim E & Firoz AHM
Bangladesh Journal of Psychiatry — vol. 21, no. 1, pp. 17–27 · 2007
Psychological service analysis for victims of violence against women in Bangladesh: A nationwide survey
Deeba F & Mozumder MK
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 16, pp. 1–12 · 2006
Development of a scale of obsessive compulsive disorder and assessment of its psychometric properties
Mozumder MK & Begum R
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 15, pp. 115–131 · 2005
A prevalence study of various male psycho-sexual dysfunctions and problems among individuals attending psychological services in a sex therapy clinic
Mozumder MK & Rahman MM
Bangladesh Psychological Studies — vol. 14, pp. 71–88 · 2004
Relationship of values between two generations
Haque M & Mozumder MK
The Bangladesh Journal of Psychology — vol. 18, pp. 97–107 · 2000
Recognition
Awards, Fellowships & Invited Lectures
National2022 · Bangladesh
University Grants Commission Research Award
Assessing the link between perceived injustice and mental health — exploring the relationship between perceived injustice and mental health state, and identifying mediating factors.
International2021 · United States
Fulbright Visiting Scholar
Teaching and research at James Madison University, Virginia, with funding from the US Department of State.
National2017 · Bangladesh
University Grants Commission Research Award
Understanding the phenomenology of depression in Bangladesh — exploring the meaning and understanding of depression and its symptoms in the Bangladeshi community.
International2017 · United Kingdom
Commonwealth Professional Fellowship
Learning Systemic and Family Therapy through training and clinical placements at the National Health Service (NHS), Institute of Family Therapy, Chiron Training Ltd. and other organisations in London and Essex, funded by the UK Department for International Development (DFID).
National2004 · Bangladesh
NSICT Fellowship
Ministry of Science, Information and Communication Technology, Government of Bangladesh.
Invited Lectures
- Indigenous Psychotherapy for Bangladesh: Lessons Learned from Medistic Psychotherapy — Professor Mofassiluddin Ahmed Trust Fund Lecture, Asiatic Society of Bangladesh, July 2023.
- Linking formulation and treatment plan in working with PTSD — CPD Lecture for the Asian Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Association (ACBTA), June 2022.
- Rohingyas in Bangladesh: Helping to Help Themselves — Invited Lecture at the Tokyo Institute of Technology (Tokyo Tech), Japan, August 2018.
Affiliations
Memberships & Organisational Consultancy
Professional Memberships
Bangladesh Clinical Psychology Society (BCPS)
General Member · 2005 – Present
Bangladesh Psychological Association (BPA)
Life Member · 2002 – Lifetime
Bangladesh Association of Psychiatrists (BAP)
Affiliate Member · 2015 – Present
American Psychological Association (APA)
Full Member · 2015 – 2021
British Psychological Society (BPS)
Graduate Member · 2007 – 2009
Consultancy & Collaboration
Dr. Mozumder has served as a consultant for local and international organisations, including:
- Ministry of Women and Children Affairs, Bangladesh
- World Health Organization (WHO, SEARO)
- International Organization for Migration (IOM)
- United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)
- Family Health International, Bangladesh
- CARE Bangladesh
- Save the Children, Bangladesh
- SAJIDA Foundation, Bangladesh
- ALANDA Solutions for Healthier World, Norway
- Health Equity Initiatives, Malaysia
Contact
Get in Touch with Dr. Mozumder
For academic collaboration, research enquiries, supervision, or speaking invitations.
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01713066423Department
Department of Clinical Psychology, University of Dhaka, Dhaka 1000, Bangladesh
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