EMDR Faculty
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Certifications
- PsyD
Biography
Layla Asamarai, Psy.D., LP is a licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Minnesota. She has practiced EMDR therapy since 2006. Dr. Layla has extensive experience working with trauma survivors including refugees and survivors of torture, as well as individuals with complex trauma and dissociation. In addition to her work in the Twin Cities, she has over 8 years of clinical experience in Dubai UAE where she led a psychology department for nearly 5 years and was in private practice for over 3 years. She provides direct service to clients and also enjoys teaching and providing training and consultation to mental health professionals. She is an EMDRIA Certified Therapist and Approved Consultant, and is an affiliate faculty member with the Institute for Creative Mindfulness.
Consultation Details
Consultant Specialties: Fluent in Arabic (native speaker); EMDR therapy with refugee populations and victims of torture; complex trauma/general EMDR therapy practice issues
Rates:
- $95/hour for individual consulting
- $47.50/hour for 2-hour group consultation
Certifications
- PsyD
Biography
Shayma 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. Shayma 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. Shayma 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, Emotion-Focused Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and Psychodynamic Therapy. An EMDR Certified Therapist, Shayma works as a consultant-in-training under Dr. Layla Asamarai’s direction.
Consultation Details
Consultant Specialties: Fluent in Arabic; children, adolescents, addictions; works primarily with UAE trainees
Rates: $65/hour for individual consultation