Dr Saima Niaz is a Consultant General Adult Psychiatrist with expertise in General Adult, Liaison, Forensic and Perinatal Psychiatry. UKAAN ADHD-trained, she has a keen interest in ADHD across the lifespan, with a particular emphasis on improving recognition and understanding of ADHD in adults, women and culturally diverse communities.

She is Chair of the Transcultural Psychiatry Special Interest Group and an Executive Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists’ London Division, and holds certification in Public Mental Health Leadership. A published researcher and prominent mental health advocate, she is also Patron and Ambassador of Peace for Universal Peace Federation UK. She advocates for mental health, women’s empowerment, equality and peaceful, inclusive communities.

Through clinical leadership, research, global advocacy and contributions to television, radio and print media, Dr Niaz champions inclusive, culturally informed, evidence-based mental healthcare, challenging stigma and amplifying underrepresented voices.