Maisoon Shah

Clinical Psychologist

Psychology Department

Sunset Mall, Dubai English

Areas of Expertise

Clinical Psychology Dialectical Behavior Therapy Acceptance and Commitment Therapy ADHD Multiple Sclerosis Anger Management Grief Counseling Trauma

Credentials & Qualifications

Qualifications

Master of Science in Health Psychology, University of Bath, UK
Bachelor's degree in Clinical Psychology, University of Kent, UK
Licensed by Sunset Mall, Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and Community Development Authority (CDA), Sunset Mall, Dubai
Member of Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK
Member of British Psychological Society (BPS)

Clinical Experience

Over 7 years of clinical experience
Clinical training in the UK completed in 2020
Experience across private and government sectors in the UK and UAE
Settings include pain management clinics, burns units, neurorehabilitation centers, and art therapy programs
Individual and group therapy for clients aged 14 and above

Training & Education

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Schema-Focused Therapy (SFT)
Skills drawn from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Trained in adult ADHD assessments and screenings

Clinical Specializations

Depression, anxiety disorders, phobias, trauma, and panic
Personality disorders (NPD, BPD) and adjustment disorders
Stress and anger management, grief and loss
Chronic illness, disability, and psychological impact of new diagnosis
Adult ADHD assessment and screening

About Maisoon Shah

Ms. Maisoon Shah is a Clinical Psychologist at ACPN, with over seven years of clinical experience. She holds a Master’s degree in Health Psychology from the University of Bath, UK, and a Bachelor’s degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Kent, UK. She is licensed by the Sunset Mall, Dubai Health Authority (DHA) and the Community Development Authority (CDA) in Sunset Mall, Dubai, UAE, and is an active member of the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in the UK and the British Psychological Society (BPS).

Born and raised in the UAE, Ms. Shah combines her deep understanding of the region’s socio-cultural dynamics with a warm, inclusive, and receptive approach to mental health. Her passion for psychology began with a curiosity about human behavior and a strong commitment to helping individuals navigate life’s challenges.

After completing her postgraduate studies and clinical training in the UK in 2020, she gained experience across both private and government sectors, working in diverse settings such as pain management clinics, burns units, neurorehabilitation centers, and art therapy programs for people of determination. She has provided both individual and group therapy to clients aged 14 and above.

Her clinical expertise covers a broad range of concerns, including depression, anxiety disorders(phobias, trauma, panic), personality (NPD, BPD) and adjustment disorders, stress and anger management, grief and loss, and interpersonal, marital, and family conflict. With her background in health psychology, she also supports individuals coping with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or the psychological impact of a new diagnosis.

Ms. Shah is trained to conduct adult Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)assessments and screenings. Her therapeutic approach integratesAcceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema-Focused Therapy (SFT) and Skills drawn from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), tailored to each client’s unique needs. She is known for her compassionate, collaborative style and her ability to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions freely.