Shayma Al-Fardan

Pronouns: she/her

Languages: Arabic, English

Degrees: PsyD

Email: info@drshaimaalfardan.com

Website: https://www.drshaimaalfardan.com/

Phone: (971) 50 6339018

Directory Categories: EMDR Consultants, EMDRIA Approved, Faculty

Biography

Shaima Al-Fardan, PsyD. hails from Dubai, United Arab Emirates. She started her educational journey with a BSc in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent in Canterbury, UK followed by a MSc in Mental Health Studies from Kings College London, UK. Shaima continued her postgraduate education by attaining a MA in Clinical Psychology as well as a PsyD in Clinical Psychology from the California School for Professional Psychology at Alliant International University, Los Angeles, USA. Shaima noticed during her work with clients (adults, adolescents, families, and couples) as well as other professionals in the field (supervision/consultation) that no single approach or manualized treatment can be applied as a one size fits all outlook. She received training in a number of modalities including EMDR therapy, CBT, DBT, ACT, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. Shayma is an EMDRIA Approved Consultant and Trainer.

Clinical Specialties: LGBTQ, addictions, trauma-focused, works primarily with UAE trainees

Consultation Information

Consultation Rates

$160.00 per hour for individual consultation; $80.00 for per hour of group consultation.

Location

Dubai, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

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