Dr Malak Doss
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CONSULTANT PSYCHIATRIST
Dr Malak Sherif Doss MBBCh, MSc, MD Psychiatry, MRCPsych
Dr Malak Sherif Doss graduated from Kasr al-Ainy Faculty of Medicine, Cairo University in 2005, where she also completed her residency programme and obtained her master’s and doctorate degrees. She became a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in 2019 and has undertaken clinical training in psychiatry at the Maudsley Hospital and King’s College, London. Dr Doss has published her research internationally and presented her work at national & international conferences. She is a member of the American Psychiatric Association and the Egyptian Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Association. She now holds the position of head of Addiction Department at the Behman Hospital.
Areas of Interest: Child & adolescent psychiatry, women’s mental health and general adult psychiatry with an interest in anxiety, depression, bipolar, psychosis, eating disorders, and substance use disorders.
Email:ms.doss@behman.com
Dr Mostafa Omar
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ACADEMIC CONSULTANT SPECIALIST PSYCHIATRIST
Dr Mostafa Hussein Omar MBBCh, MRCPsych
Mostafa Hussein Omar is currently the Academic Consultant at the Behman Hospital. Prior to that he was the head of the Addiction Rehabilitation Department at the hospital for 5 years.
He graduated from Ain Shams University faculty of medicine in 2004. He trained at the psychiatry and neurology departments there. From 2008 to 2015 he worked in different local and international NGOs with victims of violence and torture. In 2015, he became a member of the UK Royal College of Psychiatrists.
Email:M.Omar@behman.com
Dr Mina Fares
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SPECIALIST PSYCHIATRIST
Dr Mina Waguih Fares MBBCh, MRCPsych
Dr MIna Wagih Fares obtained his MBBCh from October 6th University – School of Medicine in 2010. After finishing his internship year at Kasr al-Ainy University Hospital, Dr Fares joined The Behman in 2012 as a psychiatry registrar. He then received training in Goldie Leigh Hospital and Queen Elizabeth Hospital in London in 2015. After successfully completing the MRCPsych, Dr Fares was elected a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in 2015 and registered in the General Medical Council–UK in 2019. He currently practises at The Behman as a specialist psychiatrist in the Men’s General Adult Psychiatry Unit.
Areas of interest: General adult psychiatry, personality disorders, and substance use disorders.
Email:m.fares@behman.com
Dr Ahmed Sheir
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Dr. Ahmed Sheir
Specialist Psychiatrist
Dr. Sheir completed his medical degree at Mansoura University in 2012 and commenced his psychiatric training at The Behman Hospital in 2015. In 2019, while working in the National Health Service (NHS) in the United Kingdom, he became a registered practitioner with the General Medical Council. During his time in the UK, Dr. Sheir gained valuable experience in forensic psychiatry and working with adolescents. In 2022, he obtained membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
After returning to Egypt, Dr. Sheir rejoined The Behman Hospital where he held the position of managing an adult psychiatric unit and overseeing the training and supervision of an inpatient psychiatric team. Currently, he practices at Behman Outpatient Clinics.
Dr. Sheir has extensive experience across various psychiatric subspecialties, including general adult psychiatry, addiction, old age psychiatry, and learning disabilities. He has also received training in multiple psychotherapeutic approaches, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Schema Therapy, and Mentalization-based Therapy.
In his psychotherapeutic work, Dr. Sheir adopts an integrative approach. His areas of expertise and interest encompass anxiety and depressive disorders, personality disorders, psychotic disorders, and gender-related difficulties.
Dr. Sheir places great importance on upholding and respecting clients’ rights to autonomy and dignity. These values serve as the foundation of his practice. He also values practicing within multidisciplinary teams as he believes in the benefits of collaboration between different mental health professionals.
Shirley Rosa Tahan
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Shirley Rosa Tahan, an Egyptian-Canadian residing in Cairo, Egypt, has cultivated a diverse and dynamic career. With over 20 years of experience in the corporate world, she transitioned to a path that aligns more closely with her passion for psychology and human behavior. She holds a dual master’s degree- an MBA and a Master of Liberal Arts in Psychology from Harvard University – placing her at the intersection of business acumen and psychological insight.
During her time at Harvard, Shirley demonstrated a profound commitment to studying positive psychology and human behavior, earning a certificate in human behavior in addition to her master’s degree. Her dedication culminated in a significant research capstone project, reflecting her firm belief that adolescence should be a period of thriving rather than merely surviving.
Shirley gained valuable experience at Behman Hospital, participating in the general training and assessment & report writing programs. She employs an eclectic therapeutic approach, utilizing her accreditation in CBT and DBT for adolescents by the Association for Psychological Therapies.
Shirley is eager to leverage her extensive expertise, passion, and international education to empower adolescents and young adults, fostering resilience and enabling them to reach their full potential. Shirley effectively addresses a diverse range of issues, including anxiety, depression, aggression, stress, and low self-esteem.
Dr. Heba Tharwat
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SPECIALIST PSYCHIATRIST
Dr Heba Tharwat MBBC, MRCPsych
Dr. Heba Tharwat
Dr Tharwat is a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine at Ain Shams University, class of 2015. She finished her internship year at al-Demerdash University Hospitals and joined The Behman in 2017 as a registrar in psychiatry where she rotated through various psychiatric branch units. In 2018, she undertook a clinical attachment at Homerton University Hospital in Hackney, London with the liaison psychiatry team where she attended the clinics in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and learning disabilities.In 2019, she became the senior registrar at The Behman. In 2020, she gained her membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists and was head of the old age department at the Behman Hospital until March 2023 when she started co-leading the Addiction team at the Behman Hospital. She studied CBT and is practicing an integrative psychotherapy approach with her patients.
Email:h.tharwat@behman.com
Dr Laila Elmeshmeshy
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Laila Elmeshmeshy
Dr. Laila El Meshmeshy
Dr.Elmeshmeshy is a Consultant Phoniatrician at Cairo University Hospitals.
She graduated from Kasr Al Ainy faculty of Medicine-Cairo University in 2007, where she specialized in phoniatrics and completed her residency program then obtained her Masters and Doctorate degrees.
She presented her work in several national and international conferences and published her research in national and international journals.
Dr.Elmeshmeshy has further undertaken numerous training courses across the globe and obtained several certificates:
Level IV Advanced Professional- Talk Tools, USA
Feeding Disorder Professional- SOS, USA
VS & SS Learning Disability Program Provider- Lindamood Bell, USA
Prompt Technique Professional- PROMPT institute for speech disorders, USA
ITT & MTW Hanen Program Provider- Hanen Program, Canada.
With over 15 years of experience in the field Dr.Elmeshmeshy aims to provide bilingual standardized (Arabic, English) assessments and an individualized program plan to support children and adults, as well as train families of children or professionals dealing with children to function with their highest potential and maintain a holistic wellbeing.
Services provided:
Communication and Language disorders; Language delay, Autism, ADD, ADHD, Selective mutism, syndromes, etc.
Social-pragmatic-emotional disorders
Sensory processing disorders
Learning disabilities
Hearing impairment and auditory skills disorders; cochlear implants, brain stem implants, hearing aids, etc.
Oral motor, Orofacial myofunctional, Feeding and Swallowing disorders
Speech disorders; stuttering, dyslalia, dysarthria, dyspraxia, cleft palate, etc.
Neurological disorders; traumatic brain injuries, dysphasia, etc.
Voice disorders
Email: Lailaelmeshmeshy@gmail.com
Ann Abouseif
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Ann Abouseif
Ann works at the addiction department, Behman Hospital and at the Behman Therapy Centers, providing therapy sessions in both inpatient and outpatient settings. She holds a master’s degree in psychology from Harvard University, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Human Behavior from the same university. Ann has earned several other certifications and accreditations, such as a Level 2 accreditation in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) from the Association of Psychological Therapies (APT), and a Neuro Linguistic Programming certification from Mindbridge NLP Coach Trainings. Additionally, Ann has completed extensive clinical training at the Behman Hospital.
During her studies at Harvard University, Ann researched the effect of cannabis on the adolescent brain. Her research was recognized and cited in esteemed publications such as the New York Times bestseller ‘Blind Spots’ by Dr. Marty Makary, the current FDA Commissioner.
Ann is committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental, therapeutic environment for her clients. She employs an eclectic approach, integrating different modes of therapy such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Psychodynamics, tailoring her approach to individual clients’ needs.
Specific areas of interest: adult psychology, specifically, addiction, anxiety, depression and other mood disorders; as well as adjustment issues, low self-esteem, and dysfunctional relationships.
Ann conducts sessions in Arabic and in English.
E-mail: a.abouseif@behman.com
Dr Nehad Sanan
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HEAD ADDICTION PSYCHOLOGIST
Dr Nehad Sanan , DPhil, PHD , DPhil, PHD
Dr Nahad Sanan joined The Behman in 1981. During her years there, she obtained her diploma in general clinical psychology from Cairo University in 1995, master’s degree in clinical psychology from the Arab Open University in 2010, her PHD in 2012, and her DPhil in 2014. Dr Sanan trains counsellors and psychologists, while at the same time directing and managing the Addiction Rehabilitation Programme. She is also programme director at ‘Befrienders’, an NGO for HIV & harm reduction support, and academic supervisor at the Online Institute Academy for Higher Education (since 2014). Dr Sanan is a member of the Egyptian Association for Group Therapy, the International Association for Group Psychotherapy, the Arab Council for Social Sciences, and the Gulf Project Management Consortium. She has also been a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) since 2019. Since 1999 until the present, she has been team leader and head psychologist of the Addiction Unit at The Behman
Email:n.sanan@behman.com
Carol Hammal
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ART PSYCHOTHERAPIST
Carol Hammal
Carol Hammal is Egypt’s first trained Art Psychotherapist who is considered instrumental in developing the field of art therapy in our home country. She earned her Master’s Degree in Art Therapy & Counseling from Drexel University in Philadelphia. Her experience extends to the Red Cross in Philadelphia where she offered sessions to disaster victims as well as extensive time practiced at the Behman Hospital in Egypt, helping recovering addicts to use art therapy techniques as an elementary tool within their inpatient recovery. As she continues to develop the art therapy field in Cairo, one of her biggest aspirations she is currently working towards is to introduce Egypt’s first art therapy graduate degree to help train other Egyptians to pursue their art therapy careers.
Most recently, Mrs. Karen Pence, Second Lady of the US met with Carol to discuss the development and progress of art therapy in Egypt as part of Mrs. Pence’s global art therapy campaign “Healing with the HeART”.
Dr Sandy Tahan
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Sandy Fakhry Tahan DEdPsy.
Dr. Sandy Tahan has worked for the past twenty-one years as an Educational Psychologist in Egypt. She has completed a bachelor’s degree in the field of psychology at the American University in Cairo, a Master’s Degree as a School Psychologist at the University of British Columbia in Canada, and a doctorate degree in Educational Psychology at the University College London in The United Kingdom. Dr. Tahan has received a great deal of training in the integration of assessment and intervention for school-aged children experiencing learning difficulties. In Canada, she participated in research related to early literacy skills, assisted schools to determine eligibility for special education services, maintained an up-to-date test library of standardized tests, and completed a practicum involving several psycho-educational assessments. Through her studies in the UK, she researched the relationship between early literacy skills and bilingual children, in addition to, developing assessment measures to assess children learning in both Arabic and English. Her research highlighted the importance of improving assessment materials in order to identify bilingual children struggling with literacy skills at an early stage.Dr. Tahan conducts comprehensive assessments ranging from cognitive abilities to academic abilities to emotional & behavioral issues for children and adolescents to determine the reasons behind academic struggles and provide appropriate interventions to support their learning and overall development.
Bachelor degree in Psychology from American University in Cairo, Egypt
Masters in Education in School Psychology from University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
Doctorate in Educational Psychology from University College London, London, United Kingdom
Sara Mallawany
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CLINICAL AND TRANSCULTURAL PSYCHOLOGIST & PSYCHOTHERAPIST HEAD OF PSYCHOLOGY DEPARTMENT THE BEHMAN HOSPITAL
Sara Mallawany, MBPsS, AFBPsS, FACCPH
Ms. Sara Mallawany joined The Behman Psychology Unit in 2012 after completing her BA in Clinical Psychology at the American University in Cairo (AUC). She then obtained her MSc in Trans-Cultural Mental Health from Queen Mary University of London (QMUL) in 2015 and is also a graduate member of the British Psychological Society (BPS). She has also completed an MSc in Clinical Mental Health Sciences at University College London (UCL) in 2018. She has been elected as a Fellow member of Accredited Counsellors, Coaches, Psychotherapists and Hypnotherapists (ACCPH) in February 2022. Ms. Mallawany is also qualified to use both Occupational Ability Tests and Personality Assessments and is on The Register of Qualifications in Test Use (RQTU).
Ms. Mallawany is currently Head of the Psychology Unit at The Behman and provides psychotherapy and psychological testing and assessment for inpatients and outpatients. She is also in charge of all psychology-related training programmes, as well as of Journal Club Academic Sessions at The Behman Hospital. In addition, Ms. Mallawany provides clinical supervision for practicing Psychologists.
Ms. Mallawany is fluent in English, Arabic and German and can hold sessions in those languages.
Email:s.mallawany@behman.com
Amira Ghobrial
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Amira Ghobrial, MSc
Clinical Psychologist
Amira completed her Master’s degree (MSc) in Psychology at the University of Vienna in 2019 after receiving her Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Psychology at the American University in Cairo (AUC). She has been practicing psychotherapy for five years during which she obtained the ISAACS Diploma in Addictive Behavior Management.
Amira treats young people and adults who suffer from serious mental health issues such as psychotic and mood disorders, borderline personality disorder, depression, anxiety, addiction, as well as struggles such as low self esteem and dysfunctional relationships. She also supervises psychology graduates and interns. She worked for 4 years in both inpatient and outpatient settings at The Behman Hospital and clinics.
Amira works with the client centered approach, which focuses on the client’s strengths and abilities. She uses the eclectic approach and integrates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) techniques as well as psychodynamic principles upon the needs of each client.
She held DBT skills groups at the Addiction Department at the Behman Hospital. Amira also counseled and supported migrant women from Arabic-speaking countries with family & marital problems in Vienna.
She strives to provide clients with an empathetic and non-judgmental environment to make them feel safe and comfortable in sharing their struggles. Amira is fluent in Arabic, English and German.
Mariam Sidky
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Mariam Hisham Sidky, MSc
Clinical Psychologist
Mariam has been working at the Behman Hospital and at outpatient clinics since 2019, where she has been providing individual and group therapy.
Mariam focuses on providing a safe, nonjudgmental therapeutic experience for her clients, using an eclectic approach tailored to suit each individual’s needs. She believes in the powerful experience of guiding her clients to understand their challenges, discover the critical underlying connections, and learn the skills needed to deal with them.
Mariam works with adults and young adults dealing with issues related to anxiety and overthinking, attachment and conflicts in relationships, difficulties with interpersonal relationships, communication, boundaries, and self-esteem.
Her experience includes working with individuals who are dealing with difficulties including but not limited to: anxiety, depression, mood disorders, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, ocd, and severe/serious mental disorders.
She also conducts psychometric assessments (personality assessments, depression and anxiety scales, memory and cognitive abilities, ADHD, IQ)
Mariam is able to conduct therapy sessions in Arabic, English, or German.
Mariam holds an MSc in Mental Health: Psychological Therapies from Queen Mary University of London and a BA in Psychology from the American University in Cairo. She also completed Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) certificates from the Beck Institute.
Email: m.sidky@behman.com
Joseph Ghobrial
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Joseph Ghobrial, BA,MSc
Joseph obtained an MSc in Clinical Psychology from Erasmus University Rotterdam after completing his BA in Psychology at The American University in Cairo (AUC). He completed various internships at Al Mashfa, Adel Sadek and The Behman Hospital before joining the Psychology department at The Behman Hospital in 2020.
Joseph offers individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy sessions to adolescents and adults. He uses an eclectic approach with an emphasis on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) that is catered to his clients’ needs. He has completed several certificates in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) taught by Dr. Russ Harris.
Joseph emphasizes on creating a safe space for individuals dealing with emotional difficulties, self-esteem issues, sexuality and trauma. Joseph has experience working with individuals suffering from but not limited to depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), schizophrenia and personality disorders.
He provides psychometric assessments for personality, IQ, depression and anxiety.
Joseph is able to conduct therapy sessions in Arabic, English and Frenc
Email:j.ghobrial@behman.com
Nazli El Leithy
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Nazli El Leithy is a Learning Skills Development Specialist and Academic Assessor supporting children aged 4-12 years with a range of developmental disabilities and learning difficulties with the hopes of developing their skills, strategies, and self-esteem in order to cope in an academic environment. She holds a MA in Special & Inclusive Education from University College of London and is a Registered Test User in Educational Testing with the British Psychological Society. Nazli’s main areas of support relate to literacy development, language acquisition, and writing. Nazli also holds an Advanced Certificate in Executive Function Skills Development by PESI and is a DIRFloortime Basic Provider certified by the Interdisciplinary Council on Development and Learning (ICDL). Her sessions are relationship-based, child-led, and are tailored to each child’s individual differences. She is also the founder of “A Different Story by Nazli,” an online platform that promotes disability awareness and attempts at shifting society’s perceptions of ‘difference’ from stigma-based language to acceptance. Nazli, alongside Malak El Batran is also co-founder of Kollena, a website that pools together all professionals, centres, schools, and institutions that offer services for people with special needs and disabilities. The aim is to facilitate the search process for parents to alleviate as much stress and anxiety as possible.
Farida Ismail Farid
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Farida Ismail Farid, Msc, GMBPsS
Age: 2-25
Specialities: Child and Adolescent, Parenting, Learning disabilities
Farida is a Clinical Psychologist specialized in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, as well as Psychotic Disorders in young adults. She recently completed a clinical rotation in Kasr El Eini’s Child Psychiatry department and now works at The Behman Hospital’s General Psychiatry Department and the Learning Disability ward with adolescents and young adults.
Farida holds an undergraduate degree in Psychology & Behavioural sciences from McGill university, and a Masters degree in Clinical Mental Health Sciences from UCL with a focus on child & adolescent psychology. She is a member of the British Psychological Society and an international affiliate of the Canadian Psychological Association.
She received medical training from International Medical Aid in Kenya at the Coast General Hospital’s psychiatric ward and Gender Based Violence Recovery Center in 2019, and completed a clinical training at Adel Sadek Psychological Medicine Hospital in 2020.
Farida has experience working with young people in the UK at the NHS Early Intervention Service for Psychosis, and is a certified practitioner & supervisor of the Comprehensive Assessment for At Risk Mental States (CAARMS). She has co-led the development of an At Risk Mental States pathway at CNWL NHS – a psychosis prevention program for young people with subclinical symptoms.
She also has previous experience working with children with neurodevelopment disorders, profound learning disabilities, and emotional disorders at ELF in Egypt. Farida is ADOS-2 certified, and uses DIR Floortime and ABA principles in her practice.
She is trained in CBT by the Beck Institute, has attended the DBT intensive training by B-Tech, and works with parents using elements from different parenting programs such as NVR (Non-violent Resistance Parenting) and SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions).
Email: f.ismail@behman.com
Aida Galal
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CLINICAL PSYCHOLOGIST.
Aida Galal, BA
Aida completed her Master’s degree (MSc) in Psychological Therapies at Queen Mary University in London in after her Bachelor’s degree (BA) in Psychology from the American University in Cairo in 2019.
She joined The Behman Hospital Addiction Unit in 2020 following her completion of both the General and the Addiction internship training at the hospital.
Aida offers individual and group therapy for both inpatients and outpatients. She assists with facilitation of the addiction follow-up group sessions for individuals who have completed their addiction inpatient program at the Behman Hospital. She specializes in addiction but also works with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, emotion management and regulation as well as self-esteem issues.
Aida works with the cognitive behavioral therapy approach (CBT) and integrates different skills and techniques tailored to each client’s individual needs. She believes in providing clients with unconditional positive regard and a safe space to explore and deal with difficult emotions.
Aida conducts sessions in both English and Arabic.
Email:a.galal@behman.com
Dana Lasheen
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Dana Lasheen
Dana earned a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology from the American University in
Cairo (AUC). She pursued it shortly after graduating with a bachelor’s degree in Psychology
and Integrated Marketing Communications from AUC. She has been practicing as a
counselor mainly, but not limited to, adults from the ages of 18-35. She has experience in
working with individuals who struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, self-esteem
and identity issues, various personality disorders, and relationship & familial issues, among
other concerns.
Dana believes that self-awareness is a vital step in creating change in one’s life; we need
to understand what we are dealing with before trying to overcome it. She helps clients reach
that through self-exploration and finding tools that can help them manage their challenges
and eventually eliciting positive change in their lives.
Dana believes that each client has their unique story and perspective on their own
challenges. She aims to provide a safe, judgement-free space to help them express
themselves freely and confidently. She adopts an integrative approach based in Client-Centered and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. She also applies interventions from
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Interpersonal therapy (IPT), and Trauma-Informed Care. She also conducts various psychometric assessments for depression, anxiety,
IQ, ADHD, and personality assessments.
Dana conducts sessions in English and Arabic.
Email:d.lasheen@behman.com
Amina Ottozbeer
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Amina Ottozbeer
Amina Ottozbeer, MSc, GMBPsS
Clinical Psychologist
Amina Ottozbeer is a Clinical Psychologist with a strong passion for helping adults and adolescents overcome mental health difficulties. Amina completed her MSc in Theory and Practice in Clinical Psychology at the University of Reading. During this time, she gained valuable clinical experience as an Assistant Psychologist at a NHS clinic specialized in children and young people with anxiety and depressive disorders. This experience exposed her to an array of clients with culturally diverse backgrounds and individual needs. She also received training in psychological assessments and treatments at the Behman Hospital.
In her practice she applies an evidence-based approach to treatment where she uses Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and CBT informed therapies.She places a strong emphasis on creating a secure and compassionate space where clients can express themselves, feel heard, and find acceptance, all of which contribute to their healing journey.
Amina seeks to create a safe and accepting space where clients can develop the tools to navigate social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. She has experience working with a range of difficulties such as emotional dysregulation, anxiety disorders, depression and low mood, ADHD, among others. She mostly works with clients within the age range between but not limited to 14-35 years. She believes in adopting a client centered approach through tailoring treatment plans to the specific needs and situation of each individual.
Amina’s therapeutic philosophy revolves around empowering clients to play an active role in their healing journey through developing self and emotional awareness . Her ultimate goal is to instill hope and equip clients with the skills needed to confront challenges, manage difficulties, and realize their full potential.
Degrees
MSc in Theory and Practice in Clinical Psychology (with clinical placement) from University of Reading
BA in Psychology from The American University in Cairo
Memberships:
British Psychological Society Graduate Basis for Chartered Membership
PSI CHI Society Membership
Email:a.ottozbeer@behman.com
Karim Nagi
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Karim Nagi
Kareem is a certified addiction counsellor and holds an Addiction Skills certification. Kareem has been working at the substance misuse unit at the Behman Hospital since 2013 and is currently the Head of Addiction Counsellors. He has experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with addiction.
Kareem offers both inpatient and outpatient services, and also works at an NGO with individuals diagnosed with HIV, and need help with harm reduction.
Kareem prefers to use a client centered approach and integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Titles: Addiction Counsellor & Head of Addiction Team
Email:K.nagi@behman.com
Nada Raafat
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Nada Raafat is a clinical therapist with a unique journey of transformation.
Starting her career as a dentist after graduating from the Faculty of Dentistry in 2012, she spent seven years in the field before discovering her true calling:
psychology. Her passion led her to pursue a degree in psychology at the Faculty of Arts, Ain Shams University.
Since then, she has immersed herself in continuous learning, completing a diploma in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), specialized training in DBT for substance use disorders, an Addiction Counseling degree from NAADAC, training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
She is devoted to empowering individuals struggling with various types of addictions, supporting them in breaking free from codependency, grief and personality disorders.
Nada’s work is deeply rooted in compassion and a genuine desire to help others. Her approach is holistic and personalized, blending various therapeutic techniques to honor each person’s unique experiences and challenges. Nada firmly believes in the human capacity for growth and transformation, and her work reflects her commitment to helping others build resilience and rediscover their inner strength.
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o Psychological Assessments”
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– Adult and Child ADHD Assessments
– Personality inventories
– Cognitive Assessments
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– Individual
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Karim Nagi
Kareem is a certified addiction counsellor and holds an Addiction Skills certification. Kareem has been working at the substance misuse unit at the Behman Hospital since 2013 and is currently the Head of Addiction Counsellors. He has experience working with individuals, couples, families and groups struggling with addiction.
Kareem offers both inpatient and outpatient services, and also works at an NGO with individuals diagnosed with HIV, and need help with harm reduction.
Kareem prefers to use a client centered approach and integrate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Titles: Addiction Counsellor & Head of Addiction Counsellors
Email:K.nagi@behman.com