| Occupation | Counsellor, EMDR therapist |
|---|---|
| Education | MA Counselling Psychology — Middlesex University Dubai |
| Methods | EMDR, Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, Mindfulness |
| Registration | Dubai Health Authority (DHA) — COUN-DXB-00127 |
| Organization | EMDR Encyclopedia & Global Directory |
Layla Mahmoud — DHA-licensed counsellor and EMDR Europe-accredited therapist based in Dubai, UAE. She specializes in anxiety, depression, and life transitions for young adults. Layla works extensively with university students, early-career professionals, and individuals navigating the unique pressures of life in the UAE's fast-paced, multicultural environment.
| Issue | Methods |
|---|---|
| Generalized anxiety & social anxiety | CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR |
| Depression & low mood | CBT, Person-Centred Therapy |
| Life transitions & quarter-life crisis | Person-Centred Therapy, CBT |
| Academic & career stress | CBT, Mindfulness |
| Relationship & family concerns | Person-Centred Therapy, EMDR |
| Self-esteem & identity development | Person-Centred Therapy, EMDR |
Layla's approach is warm, collaborative, and person-centred. She believes that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of healing and that every client has the capacity for growth given the right conditions. She integrates EMDR for trauma processing with CBT for practical coping skills and mindfulness for stress reduction.
She offers in-person sessions at her Dubai practice and secure online therapy across the UAE. Sessions available in Arabic and English.