Carolyn Yaffe
Counsellor
“Empathy, Not Criticism; Cultivate Courage, Not Fear.”
About
MSc – Experienced Psychotherapist in Dubai Specializing in CBT, DBT, and Trauma-Focused Therapy
MSW, LICSW
Carolyn Yaffe is a seasoned psychotherapist with over two decades of diverse and culturally enriched experience. She holds a Master’s of Social Work from Boston University’s Wheelock College of Education and Human Development and is highly trained in a broad array of therapeutic techniques, including certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), among others.
Practicing in Dubai for 11 years, Carolyn has navigated and embraced the complexities of a multicultural client base. This international experience has profoundly shaped her understanding of the universal themes of human desires and the importance of transcending cultural barriers in therapy.
Her expertise spans various therapeutic modalities, making her a versatile practitioner able to meet the diverse needs of adults and children alike. She integrates a strength-based perspective with collaborative goal-setting to enhance each client’s journey towards improved mental health.
Carolyn is also an active participant in community education, regularly speaking at schools, conducting workshops for parents, and appearing on various media platforms to advocate for mental health awareness.
Specializations and Expertise:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)
Psychodynamic Therapy
Trauma-focused Therapy
EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
Mindfulness-based Interventions
Crisis Intervention
Qualifications
- Masters Degree in Social Work, Boston University Wheelock College of Education and Human Development, Boston, MA, USA
- Bachelor of Science in Fine Arts, Emerson College, Boston, MA, USA
- Certification Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Assessment and Treatment of Psychological Trauma, Boston University, Boston, MA, USA
Licenses
- Dubai Healthcare City Authority Regulatory (DHCR), Dubai, UAE
- Community Development Authority (CDA), Dubai, UAE
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), MA, USA
