Thank you for your interest in joining the Middle East Psychological Association. This association has mandated a policy of inclusion based on competency (a combination of veriï¬ed education and validated experience). We look forward as a group to working together to positively impact the practice and profession of psychology in the Middle East.
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Parisa Khan
An enthusiastic and passionate CDA Licensed Counsellor, Mental Health Professional with 10+ years of experience of having worked with a diverse range of students, parents and staff. I have professional expertise in Counselling, Guidance, Psychoeducation, Interpersonal Therapy, Social Skills Training and Teaching. As a supportive Counsellor, I encourage students to gain more knowledge, confidence and develop their personalities. My aim is to help students in developing skills in recognizing their emotions, developing self-awareness, self-confidence and encouraging students to recognize their capabilities using solution-focused strategies and nurture future leaders.
Seiara completed her master's in Psychology and Neuroscience of Mental Health at King's College London. She is now doing a full-time position at the University of Birmingham (hybrid) for her PhD in the Philosophy of Psychiatry. Her thesis will focus on perceptions of disorder classification in student populations. Seiara hosts her own podcast, Behind the Stigma, where she speaks with top academics and researchers on all things mental health-related. She is passionate about being an active contributor in bringing conversations about mental health to the forefront in the UAE. She also works as a Student Advisory Committee at Student Minds, UK's biggest mental health charity as an advisor. Her research interests involve philosophical underpinnings of psychology, critical psychiatry, existentialism, AI and mental health and altered states.
I am a sensitive, compassionate & competent counsellor with significant experience helping families, young professionals & adolescents who are struggling with mental health, relationship, personal growth and behavioral issues.
I endeavour to engage with clients in a genuine, empathetic, supportive & non-judgmental manner, in order to help them uncover ways in which they can overcome roadblocks, build on
their strengths and navigate their way through life's challenges to live an abundant life.
I possess an outgoing attitude and a warm friendly, empathetic demeanor - traits that allow me to quickly connect with clients.
I am well-versed in the theories, principles and techniques of individual therapy and group
counselling.
I have authored the highly successful book, ‘The Art of Falling Forward’.
I am also a passionate mental health advocate & have led various trainings & webinars to address mental health concerns & to remove the stigma around mental health.
To know more about me, visit www.sanjuktakhaund.com
I'm a clinical psychologist, psychedelic psychotherapy practitioner (psilocybin and ketamine), EMDRIA trained practitioner, with a special interest in intersection of culture, personality, psychodynamics, and trauma informed therapies. I'm licensed with the Dubai Health Authority and College of Psychologists of Ontario and have been practicing in the UAE since 2015. I'm also one of the cofounder of Hoopfull.com directory for licensed mental health professionals in Dubai.
This is Nadia Chahrour, a certified clinical psychologist, who likes to join this association. I am providing you with geniune information here in this form. Thank you
Clinical psychologist, psychotherapist and researcher
Graduated in clinical and pathological psychology: behavioral and cognitive approach from Saint-Joseph University of Beirut
Yara Abdallah is a trilingual psychologist (Arabic, French, English) specialized in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT). She offers in-person and online sessions. Thanks to her expertise in CBT, she offers techniques and strategies based on scientific evidence that allow individuals to identify and modify their dysfunctional thoughts, emotions, and behaviors to alleviate their suffering. Through a collaborative, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach, she aims to create a safe and conducive therapeutic environment where individuals can explore their discomfort, develop effective coping skills, and achieve their personal goals.
Furthermore, she is actively involved in research, with a particular focus on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, and anxiety disorders, as well as their impact on identity and memory. Her research work is in collaboration with Saint-Joseph University of Beirut in Lebanon and the University of Lille in France. Through her interest in research, she strives to deepen her understanding of human complexity and continually integrate the latest discoveries into her therapeutic practice.
A phrase that can summarize her practice: "thrive amidst disorder."