- Saaha Building, Block A, Suite 519, Downtown Dubai
- appointments@sage-clinics.com
I am committed to developing collaborative and supportive relationships with my patients, to help them meet their treatment goals.
Dr. Wafa Saoud is a Canadian Clinical Psychologist specializing in the mental health of children, adolescents, and emerging adults. She provides assessment, consultation, and evidence-based interventions for mental health and neurodevelopmental conditions.
At Sage Clinics, Dr. Saoud offers treatment for anxiety, OCD, depression, trauma, and grief, as well as emotion dysregulation, behavioral challenges, self-harm, and addiction (e.g., vaping). She also works with parents to strengthen family dynamics and parent-child relationships when desired.
In addition to therapy, Dr. Saoud conducts comprehensive neuropsychological assessments for Attention-Deficit/
Dr. Saoud has trained and worked at Canada’s leading mental health institutions, including the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) and IWK Children’s Hospital. She has completed psychoeducational assessments to support academic planning in Canadian schools also holds specialized training in youth forensic assessments, conducting comprehensive psychological evaluations for youth with conduct-related challenges.
Known for her warmth and empathy, Dr. Saoud aims to create a compassionate, non-judgmental space for clients. She tailors interventions to each individual’s unique needs and goals, integrating Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). She also utilizes Motivational Interviewing (MI) to enhance readiness for change and incorporates attachment-based principles to promote healthy emotional development and relationships.
As Lead of Child and Adolescent Services at Sage Clinics, Dr. Saoud is committed to mentoring clinicians and fostering interdisciplinary collaboration. She values strength-based care, aiming to ensure individuals and families feel heard and understood. She also prioritizes interdisciplinary teamwork, working closely with other professionals to provide comprehensive, coordinated care.
Languages Spoken: English and Arabic.
As we grow, we all form beliefs about ourselves, others, and the world. Our experiences help to shape our beliefs. Young people who struggle with anxiety or depression often report similar beliefs …
Resilience is often defined as the ability to recover quickly from difficult situations. Many loving parents want nothing more than to build resiliency in their children. But how do you build this ability to recover from difficulties?
We know it’s likely to have been a struggle to get this far, but we are with you every step of the way. Our process is simple – we work with you to develop a unique plan and provide the a level of support according to your needs, whilst ensuring measurable and sustainable outcomes.
Book an appointment by calling us on +971 4 575 5684 (or you can book online) and tell us what you are having difficulty with.
We offer availability with highly experienced therapists suited to your needs and book the appointment for you.
Meet the practitioner and begin the road to self-improvement. Have any concerns? Let us know so we can assist.
Our goal is to support individuals, couples, families and groups experiencing challenges with mental, behavioral or emotional wellbeing to overcome these challenges, learn new skills, and thrive at life.
