Elise Bitar

Elise Bitar – Experienced Clinical Psychologist in Dubai Specializing in Psycho-educational and Emotional Assessments
Ph.D.
Clinical Psychologist – DHA Licensed

“Empowering emotional wellness through evidence-based psychological practices.”

Elise Bitar is a seasoned clinical psychologist, licensed by the Dubai Health Authority, with over 20 years of experience in a variety of settings, including schools, community services, NGOs, and private practices. Her extensive experience has refined her holistic approach to therapy, enabling her to work effectively across diverse age groups.

Dedicated to guiding individuals towards emotional wellness, Elise utilizes her expertise to heal minds and empower lives. Her therapeutic arsenal includes a variety of evidence-based treatment approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), counseling, and psychodynamic psychotherapy. With a keen interest in the influences of the unconscious mind and its manifestations, her aim is to address the root causes of her clients’ difficulties.

Elise is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive therapeutic environment. She creates an atmosphere of trust and reassurance, ensuring that each session makes a positive contribution to her clients’ journeys towards better mental health.

Her background also includes 16 years of psycho-educational and mental health work with the Ministry of Education in Lebanon and various NGOs. She has co-authored two learning disability guides and an article on eating disorders, providing valuable insights to the field.

Expertise:

• Psycho-educational and Emotional Assessments for Children and Adolescents

• Psychotherapy for issues including Anxiety, Depression, Mood Swings, Sibling Rivalry, Attachment Issues, and Wellbeing

• Parental Counseling

• Personality Testing for Adults

• Psychotherapy for conditions including Anxiety, Depression, OCD, Trauma, Grief, Abuse, Phobias, Sleep Disorders, and Eating Disorders

• Couples’ Therapy

• Corporate Mental Health Training and Group Support

Elise is a member of several respected professional bodies, including the Lebanese Order of Psychologists, the European Foundation for Psychoanalysis, and the British Psychological Society. Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, she is adept at delivering multilingual therapy, effectively communicating with a broad clientele.