DubaiAbout Me/Bio
I have been in Dubai since 2014. I studied my doctorate and masters at Adler University, Chicago, IL. I am licensed with the Dubai Health Authority and the College of Psychologist of Ontario. My area of interest is trauma.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Clinic Name
Mapletree Center
Clinic Address
Tameem House, Barsha Heights, unit 401
Country
United Arab Emirates
Website
Languages
EnglishFarsi
Insurance
pay and claim
Practice
Both In-Person & Online
ABOUT Ava Haji Ghasemi (Holdich)
Profession
Clinical Psychologist
Credentials
Psy.D., C.Psych
Licensing Authority
Dubai Health Authority & College of Psychologists of Ontario
Types of Services
Therapy
Therapy
Individuals
Additional Services
Supervision/ConsultationEducational WorkshopsCorporate TalksMedia Interview/Writing
Years of Experience
10
Specializations
CodependencyDepressionDomestic ViolenceEmotion RegulationGriefLife crisisMood SwingsPanicParentingPregnancy, Prenatal, PostpartumRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemSexual AbuseStressSubstance UseSuicidal IdeationTrauma and PTSD
Approach
EMDRIntegrativeInternal Family Systems (IFS)Psychodynamic
Age Group
22 to 64
Work Hours
weekdays 9AM-3PM
Appointment Wait Time
1-2 weeks from time of contact
Preferred Contact Method
Hoopfull Contact FormOffice
Preferred Booking Method
Office Reception: +971 50 232 8035
How I can help you
My area of interest and passion is helping people heal from PTSD to move forward in life. I believe every person deserves the best chance at optimal emotional health. In your first session with me we will go through background history with lots of compassion.
Doing trauma work requires a strong foundation of basic self-care practices to fall back on in between sessions. We will work on stabilization and addressing present day issues before doing a deep dive into the past. My style and approach is gentle and I use various therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, mindfulness, somatic techniques, and parts work.
Doing trauma work requires a strong foundation of basic self-care practices to fall back on in between sessions. We will work on stabilization and addressing present day issues before doing a deep dive into the past. My style and approach is gentle and I use various therapeutic approaches such as EMDR, mindfulness, somatic techniques, and parts work.
Why I am specialized in this field
I have provided therapy for nearly two decades. I have been practicing mindfulness for about the same length of time. I am EMDR trained and IFS informed. I have also recently completed a psychedelic practitioner training with the Synthesis Institute and can help with preparation and post session integration.
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