Ms. is a DOH licensed Clinical psychologist in Al Ain (Neuro & Mental Health Institute – The Heart Medical Center- AL-Ain) has a solid training in academics and a wealth of clinical experience.
She is committed to using a thorough and evidence-based approach to mental health to promote positive mental health and support individuals in leading fulfilling lives.
Her knowledge covers an extensive variety of areas, such as mood disorders, anxiety, depression, PTSD, and stress management, as well as autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, intellectual disabilities, developmental disorders, etc.
Qualification:
- Master of Science in Clinical Psychology from United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, UAE.
- Bachelor of science in Psychology from United Arab Emirates University, Al Ain, UAE.
Current Post:
Clinical Psychologist, Neuro &Mental health Institute, The Heart Medical Center- Al-Ain UAE.
Clinical Expertise:
Mariam Mehmas Alshamsi has extensive experience in assessment and management of psychosocial and mental disorders, including::
- Psychological assessments (IQ, personality, adaptive, behavioral, personality)
- CBT (Cognitive behavior therapy)
- DBT (Dialectical behavior therapy)
- ACT (Acceptance and Commitment)
- Psychotherapy & integrated therapies.
- Play therapy
- Psychodynamic
- Art Therapy
- Exposure therapy
- Mindfulness Practices (relaxation techniques, meditation practices)
- Behavior modification techniques
- Dyslexia
- Intellectual disabilities support
Mariam Alshamsi Area of Special Interest:
- Psychological assessments and therapy
- Developmental disorders: Autism-spectrum disorder, attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), dyslexia (Learning difficulties), intellectual disabilities.
- Mood disorders: depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety and other mood disorders
- Eating disorders: anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, binge eating disorder
- Sleep disorders
- Psychotic disorders
- Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)
- Cognitive and memory impairments
- Trauma-related disorders: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
- Personality disorders
- Alcohol and substance use disorders
- Other Mental Health disorders
Languages known:
- Arabic
- English