| Occupation | Clinical psychologist, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | PhD Clinical Psychology — University of Sharjah |
| Methods | EMDR, CBT, Culturally Adapted Therapy |
| Registration | Dubai Health Authority (DHA) — PSY-DXB-00482 |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Dr. Fatima Al-Hashemi — DHA-licensed clinical psychologist and EMDR Europe-accredited therapist based in Dubai, UAE. She specializes in women's mental health, perinatal psychology, and cultural adjustment. Dr. Al-Hashemi is one of the first Emirati psychologists to bring EMDR to the region and is deeply committed to making evidence-based trauma therapy accessible and culturally appropriate for Arab women.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Perinatal depression & anxiety | CBT, EMDR |
| Birth trauma & pregnancy loss | EMDR |
| Women's identity & life transitions | Culturally Adapted Therapy, EMDR |
| Anxiety & panic disorders | CBT, EMDR |
| Cultural adjustment & expatriate stress | CBT, Culturally Adapted Therapy |
| Family & marital concerns | CBT, EMDR |
Dr. Al-Hashemi practices culturally sensitive, evidence-based therapy that honours Arab and Islamic values while delivering world-class psychological care. She adapts EMDR and CBT to be culturally congruent — respecting family structures, religious beliefs, and community values. She is passionate about reducing stigma around mental health in the Arab world and regularly speaks at community events.
She offers in-person sessions at her Dubai Healthcare City practice and secure online therapy for clients across the UAE and the wider GCC region. Sessions available in Arabic and English.