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Shamim Patel

Assistant Psychologist,Psychotherapist

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ABOUT ME/BIO

i am a dedicated and compassionate psychologist with a rich background in providing mental health support, coaching, and mentoring. Originally from the UK, with a Master's (Distinction) in Psychology from the University of Kent. I have spent the past 12 years in Dubai, where I have developed a deep understanding of the diverse community and its unique needs. I speak Gujarati.

General information

CLINIC NAME

The Psychiatry and Therapy Centre

CLINIC ADDRESS

Unit 6002, 6004-6005, 6th Floor, Block B/C Building 64, Al Razi Medical Complex PO Box 505195 Dubai Healthcare City Dubai – UAE

COUNTRY

United Arab Emirates

LANGUAGES

English

PRACTICE

Both In-Person & Online

ABOUT Shamim Patel

PROFESSION

Assistant PsychologistPsychotherapist

CREDENTIALS

BSc, MSc, GMBPsS

LICENSING AUTHORITY

CDA, BPS

TYPES OF SERVICES

Therapy

THERAPY

Individuals

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Educational WorkshopsCorporate TalksMedia Interview/Writing

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

3

SPECIALIZATIONS

AgingAngerAnxietyBody ImageCareer CounselingChronic PainDepressionDissociationsEmotion RegulationGriefHearing ImpairmentMood SwingsObsessions and CompulsionsPanicParentingPregnancy, Prenatal, PostpartumRacial IdentityRelationship Issues

APPROACH

Compassion FocusedHumanisticPsychoanalyticPsychodynamic

AGE GROUP

16 to 1819 to 2122 to 6465+

WORK HOURS

Weekdays and weekends

APPOINTMENT WAIT TIME

Less than a week from time of contact

HOW I CAN HELP YOU
I am a dedicated and compassionate psychologist with a rich background in providing mental health support. I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology from the University of Kent and I am originally from the UK. I have spent the past 12 years in Dubai, where I have developed a deep understanding of the diverse community and its unique needs.


My work is rooted in Psychodynamic and Humanistic Psychotherapy. This means I am interested in you as a whole person—not just a set of symptoms. Together, we look beneath the surface of your immediate concerns to understand the underlying patterns, early experiences, and relational dynamics that shape how you feel today.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming, especially if you are navigating anxiety, depression, or a sense of being "stuck" without knowing why. I provide a safe, confidential, and empathetic space where we can explore your stories and experiences without judgment. I believe that by understanding our internal world, we gain the freedom to change our external one.
WHY I AM SPECIALIZED IN THIS FIELD
My path to psychology is driven by a profound commitment to holding space for others during their most vulnerable times. My foundational experience includes extensive work in coaching and mentoring for prominent organizations such as Emirates, Oracle, and the NHS UK, helping individuals navigate the complexities of personal and professional growth. This foundational experience is complemented by over 200 hours of clinically supervised mental health support on a UK-based mental health helpline. During this time, I undertook rigorous training to effectively respond to individuals in acute distress, dealing with a wide range of complex issues including, but not limited to, suicide, self-harm, and abuse.
A key area of my expertise lies in crisis intervention, where I have skillfully applied proven de-escalation techniques and risk assessment measures to determine if an individual is at imminent risk of suicide, ensuring their immediate safety and well-being. I consider my proudest moments to be the positive feedback I have received from those I have supported, including an instance where an individual credited me with saving their life. I believe it is a profound privilege to hold space for someone's pain and to be a steadfast support during their most vulnerable times.
I am currently furthering my expertise in Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Counselling through a foundational course with the esteemed Tavistock and Portman NHS Trust in London. My approach is also informed by training in Transference Focused Psychotherapy (TFP), which focuses on how our internal scripts play out in our current relationships.
I hold a Master's with Distinction from the University of Kent and am a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society (GMBPsS). My commitment to the field is further demonstrated by my work on the University of Kent Wellbeing Advisory Board, an initiative featured by the BBC.
I believe that quality mental health support should be accessible. To support this mission, I offer therapy in line with the clinic’s Reduced Fee Program.
WHAT I SAY TO PEOPLE WHO FEEL NERVOUS OR HAVE CONCERNS ABOUT THERAPY/ASSESSMENT
It's incredibly tough to reach out for support in the form of therapy, you can be assured of a safe, warm and empathic space to discuss any issues without any judgement.
SLIDING SCALE OR PRO-BONO
I am committed to accessible mental health so I am part of the reduced fee program at the clinic I work at. This initiative is designed to make mental health support more accessible to individuals who may be facing financial barriers. I also offer a free 15-minute no obligation discussion prior to commencing therapy t see if it's the right way forward for you.

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