About Me
Being a psychotherapist was my adolescent dream. I feel grateful for not only having fulfilled this dream but also for enjoying it just as much as I had hoped I would. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in Psychology at the American University of Beirut in Beirut, Lebanon in 2007. I earned my Master's degree and Doctor of Psychology degree (Psy.D.) at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida in 2012.
I dedicated the first five years of my career to helping individuals struggling with drug and alcohol addiction and their co-occurring disorders (trauma, depression, anxiety) in both residential and outpatient facilities. I also worked in psychiatric hospitals during this time, helping those with severe mental illnesses and addiction struggles. From 2017 to 2023, I worked in jail settings with individuals suffering from severe mental illness such as bipolar disorder and schizophrenia as well as those with addiction, depression, suicidal ideation, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. From 2021 to 2023, I primarily evaluated inmates in jail for their competency to stand trial (CST) and also was the Program Director for two jail-based competency programs. .
In addition to the above, I opened a private practice in the U.S. in 2015. In my practice, I treated individuals with a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, relationship issues, addictions (sex, food, drugs, alcohol, etc.) , anger management, problems managing emotions, ADHD, personality disorders, bipolar disorder, and psychosis. I closed this private practice after relocating to Dubai.
In March 2023, I relocated to Dubai, UAE. I continued my work in the U.S. as a remote forensic psychologist until May 2023 and then, after obtaining my DHA license, I transitioned to private practice at ClearMinds, Center for Emotional Health in July 2023.
Since moving to Dubai, I have had the opportunity to dedicate much more time to strengthening my meditation practices, which I started around 15 years ago. I am very passionate about meditation and the healing power it holds. I strive to share this healing method with all of my clients. I am influenced by teachers such as Rob Burbea, Angelo Dilullo, Rupert Spira, Adyashanti and primarily by the Buddhist and nonduality philosophies.