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Looking for a psychologist who actually listens?

If Dubai has felt isolating, or therapy felt rushed, here is the alternative. Private 60-minute sessions, same DHA-licensed clinician, evidence-based methods including EMDR. Steadier sleep, real connection, decisions that feel like yours.

Private 60-minute sessions with the same DHA-licensed clinician, EMDR included
Steadier sleep, real connection, decisions that feel like yours

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within 1–2 weeks

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Same clinician

every session, always

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The everyday reality

Does any of this sound familiar?

You're succeeding by every metric, and feeling empty inside.

The promotions, the address, the network. On paper, it all works. The mornings don't. Something inside has not caught up with what is outside, no matter how busy.

You hold it together for everyone, and feel unseen.

The school runs, the broken sleep, the invisible emotional labour you do without anyone noticing. People tell you you are amazing. Nobody asks what it costs to keep being amazing.

Dubai is full of people, and somehow still lonely for you.

Friends rotate out, dating fatigue, the apps blur together. In a city this hyper-social, loneliness lands harder. You came here to build a life, not a network.

You want a calm, private clinic.

Mental health is private. You want a clinic that respects that. Modern, discreet, DHA-licensed, with the same clinician across sessions. Not a noisy hospital corridor.

See if Potentia fits

The change

What changes when you come to Potentia

Three differences our patients report by the third session.

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You start sleeping properly again, and reacting like yourself.

Real progress in mental health rarely feels dramatic at the start. It shows up as deeper sleep, slower reactions to old triggers, and decisions that come more naturally as the weeks go on. Sessions push you forward instead of looping you around the same problem.

Hours staring at the ceiling, anxious mornings

Steady sleep, clearer mornings, calmer days

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You stop second-guessing your therapist.

Your psychologist is DHA-licensed and trained in evidence-based methods like CBT, ACT, EMDR, and schema therapy. The match is clinical, not random. You finally feel in the right hands.

A new stranger to retell your story to

Same DHA-licensed clinician throughout your care

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Your plan adapts when life does.

In-person at the Dubai Science Park clinic. Online on the road. Same clinician, same plan, your format. Continuity that fits your life instead of fighting it.

Switching therapists when life moves you

Same clinician, in person or online

See what changes for me

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WEEK 1

Tired. Anxious. Stuck.

WEEK 8

Sleeping. Steady. In motion.

What change actually feels like

A few weeks in, things start to shift.

Real progress in mental health is rarely dramatic. It is small, steady changes. Sleeping deeper. Reacting less. Saying yes to the right things. Saying no to the wrong ones. With the right psychologist, that shift is closer than you think.

See where I am today

How it works

Three steps to your first session

Tell us what is going on

Fill the short form. We review your situation and match you to the right psychologist or psychiatrist.

60 seconds

First session, scheduled fast

We book your 60-minute consultation, in-person at our DSP clinic or online. Usually within a week.

within one week

Move forward, with a plan

Your clinician gives you a clear path. Continue at your pace, in-person or online, on your terms.

ongoing care

The math

Generic therapy app vs. clinical psychology

Quick chats with a different stranger every week feel useful for a moment. Real change comes from a continuous relationship with a clinically trained psychologist who has a plan for you.

Wing it alone

Books, apps, podcasts

No clinical assessment
No accountability
No medical coordination
Patches the surface, not the cause
Stuck on the same loop for years

Generic therapy app

A partial solution

Different therapist each week
Mostly text, often rushed
No integrated psychiatry
Hard to build a real plan
Limited support if things escalate

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Potentia Clinics

Premium private clinical care

Same DHA-licensed psychologist
Private 60-minute sessions
Full clinical assessment up front
Psychology, psychiatry, and nutrition under one roof
In-person at DSP or online, your choice

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Why people choose Potentia

Premium mental-health care,
on your terms.

Psychology, psychiatry, and clinical nutrition. One private clinic in Dubai Science Park.

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About Potentia Clinics

A Dubai clinic where mental healthcare is reimagined.

Potentia Clinics is a multidisciplinary mental-health practice in Dubai Science Park, with clinical psychology, psychiatry, and nutrition under one roof. Our clinicians are DHA-licensed, trained in evidence-based methods including EMDR, so you do not have to wonder whether the person sitting across from you knows what they are doing.

You came here because something needs to change. The clinic exists to make that change practical. Private sessions, a clear plan, the right specialist for what you are actually facing. In-person at the clinic, or online if life moves you out of town.

The team

Alina Vasilache Clinical Psychologist
Maria Alvarez Clinical Psychologist
Adhishri Yadav Clinical Psychologist
Dr. Raquel del Hoyo Mitjans Psychiatrist
Dr. Samar Habibulla Psychiatrist
Dr. Mehrdad Ghayemmaghami Psychiatrist
Yara Abugharbiyeh Clinical Dietitian
Rama Adnan Clinical Dietitian

Credentials

DHA Licensed (BQRK1MVF-260124)
Clinical psychology and psychiatry
CBT, ACT, EMDR, schema therapy
In-person and online sessions
Dubai Science Park, DSP HQ South
Multidisciplinary clinical team

Confidential. Premium. Built for change. That is the deal.

Common questions

Common questions before your first session

How much does a session cost?

Pricing depends on the clinician, session length, and whether you need psychology, psychiatry, or both. We share transparent pricing with you when we confirm your booking. No surprises.

Are sessions confidential?

Yes. Everything you share is protected by clinical confidentiality and UAE data-protection regulations. The only exception is when there is a serious risk to your safety or someone else's, where we may need to coordinate care.

Are your psychologists actually licensed?

Every clinician is DHA-licensed and clinically trained. You can ask about their specific qualifications and approach before booking. We will match you to the right specialist for your situation.

Can I do sessions online?

Yes. We offer in-person sessions at our DSP clinic and secure online video sessions. You can switch formats with the same clinician based on what works for you that week.

What is the difference between psychology and psychiatry?

Clinical psychologists treat mental-health concerns with evidence-based talk therapies. Psychiatrists are medical doctors who can also assess and prescribe medication. We coordinate both under one roof if you need it.

How long is a session?

Sessions are 60 minutes by default. Initial assessments may run longer. We do not rush appointments to fit a quota.

Do you treat children and teens?

Yes. Several of our clinical psychologists specialise in children and adolescents. Indicate this in the form and we will match you with the right person.

How quickly can I get an appointment?

Usually within a week of submitting the form. If you indicate that the matter is urgent, we prioritise scheduling and reach out the same day.

What if I am in crisis right now?

If you are in immediate crisis or having thoughts of self-harm, please call 999 or the UAE Mental Support Line on 800-HOPE (800-4673). Our clinic is not an emergency service. Once you are safe, we are here for ongoing care.

What happens after I submit the form?

Within 24 hours, our team reaches out to confirm your match, scheduling, and pricing. No high-pressure calls. You decide if and when to book.

Ready to talk to the right person?

Confidential consultation. DHA-licensed clinicians. Reply within 24 hours.

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