Camali Clinic was founded on the core principles of understanding, compassion, and the unwavering belief in the power of holistic healing.  Our story began with Benny, a child whose life was overshadowed by crippling social anxiety and withdrawal, making every school day a source of fear.  Benny felt shy and nervous around othe­rs, making every morning extremely difficult. His parents noticed him withdrawing and realize­d they needed to find help for their child.

Faced with a fragmented healthcare system, Benny’s parents tried to navigate a maze of care options that often created more confusion than clarity. Their journey was marked by costly treatments that only skimmed the surface of Benny’s challenges, sometimes doing more harm than good.

This is the basis of what brought together Nadia Dabbagh, a psychiatrist trained at the prestigious Tavistock Clinic, and Katie Laing, a psychiatric nurse with roots in the renowned Maudsley training. They recognised the desperate need for a shift in addressing mental health care within the region—a shift towards unity, understanding, and comprehensive care.  This led to the founding of Camali Clinic, the UAE’s first genuinely holistic mental health centre.

At Camali Clinic, we strive to go beyond the management of symptoms; we work to understand the person experiencing them. Inspired by Benny’s story and fueled by the vision of our founders, we are dedicated to providing a spectrum of care that addresses the needs of the whole individual. Our multidisciplinary team works in harmony under one roof, ensuring that each step towards healing is taken together with compassion and understanding.

This is more than our story; it’s our commitment to you. In every story of struggle, we see a reflection of Benny’s journey, and it strengthens our resolve to provide a haven where healing is holistic, care is cohesive, and every individual is seen, heard, and valued. 

Welcome to Camali Clinic, where your journey to wellness begins with us, together.