Welcome
Hi, I’m Micheal Salameh, a licensed therapist based in Dubai.
Whether you’re facing anxiety, relationship challenges, work stress, or simply looking to understand yourself better, I’m here to support you.
About me
I hold a Master’s degree in Psychology (Distinction) from the University of Glasgow, UK. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration, drawing from Adlerian Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
I speak both English and Arabic fluently, and I am committed to making therapy accessible and culturally sensitive for individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Before moving into psychology, I worked in the corporate sector, an experience that gave me valuable insight into workplace pressures and career-related challenges. This background now informs my work with individuals navigating stress, burnout, or uncertainty about their professional direction, as well as with organisations aiming to support employee wellbeing.
I believe in therapy that is honest, practical, and deeply human. Whether we are unpacking trauma, exploring identity and belonging, or addressing everyday anxiety, my commitment is to meet each person where they are, with warmth and respect.
Qualifications
“The only normal people are the ones you don't know very well.”
— Alfred Adler
My experience includes working with young adults and adults in both individual and organisational settings. While I’ve supported clients with a wide range of concerns, I currently focus on working with my clients on navigating anxiety, emotional overwhelm, relationship difficulties, workplace stress, self-esteem issues, and identity-related concerns. My qualifications:
MSc Psychology (Distinction) – University of Glasgow, UK
Adlerian Therapy Training - Elearn College, UK
CBT Training – Beck Institute for Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Brainspotting Practitioner – Brainspotting Middle East and North Africa
Certified Sex Therapy Informed Professional (CSTIP) - The Integrative Sex Therapy Institute and Evergreen Certifications, USA
Narrative Therapy Training – Human Relations Institute & Clinics (HRIC), Dubai
Corporate Mental Wellbeing Specialist – Design and delivery of workshops across the UAE
CDA License – Psychologist – Dubai, UAE
Graduate Membership - British Psychological Society (BPS)
Fluent in English and Arabic
Areas of Expertise
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I help individuals manage stress in healthier and more sustainable ways. Therapy can support you to:
Understand and reduce the sources of your stress
Cope with feelings of overwhelm, tension, or burnout
Improve focus, sleep, and daily energy levels
Build healthier boundaries and prevent overcommitment
Develop tools to calm the body and regulate emotions
Strengthen resilience to handle life’s pressures more effectively
My approach combines evidence-based techniques with practical strategies, tailored to your lifestyle and personal needs, so you can move towards greater balance and well-being.
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I support individuals in understanding and managing anxiety so it no longer controls their daily lives. Therapy can help you to:
Reduce constant worry, racing thoughts, and restlessness
Manage physical symptoms such as tension, chest heaviness, or shortness of breath
Overcome panic attacks and fear-driven avoidance
Build confidence in social, academic, or work situations
Develop healthier coping strategies for uncertainty and stress
Regain a sense of calm, focus, and control in everyday life
Using evidence-based approaches, I tailor sessions to your unique experiences and goals, helping you move towards greater peace of mind and emotional balance.
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I help individuals recognise, recover from, and prevent burnout. Therapy can support you to:
Manage exhaustion, lack of motivation, and emotional fatigue
Reconnect with a sense of purpose and fulfilment
Set healthier boundaries at work and in personal life
Reduce irritability, detachment, or loss of interest in activities
Restore energy, focus, and creativity
Build long-term strategies to sustain well-being and prevent relapse
My approach combines evidence-based tools with practical strategies, tailored to your lifestyle, so you can regain balance and move forward with clarity and resilience.
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I support individuals in working through depression and its impact on daily life. Therapy can help you to:
Manage persistent sadness, emptiness, or loss of interest
Reduce fatigue, low motivation, and difficulty concentrating
Cope with feelings of guilt, hopelessness, or worthlessness
Improve sleep, appetite, and energy regulation
Strengthen self-esteem and rebuild a sense of purpose
Develop healthier coping tools to prevent relapse
My approach is compassionate and evidence-based, tailored to your unique needs, helping you move towards greater stability, hope, and emotional well-being.
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I help individuals navigate the complexities of their relationships. Therapy can support you to:
Cope with conflict, distance, or repeated patterns that cause strain
Build confidence in expressing needs, feelings, and boundaries
Heal from breakups, betrayal, or unresolved hurt
Explore fears of intimacy, commitment, or being alone
Strengthen self-worth and reduce people-pleasing tendencies
Develop healthier, more fulfilling connections with others
My approach focuses on both insight and practical tools, helping you understand relationship dynamics while fostering growth, clarity, and stronger connections in your personal life.
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I support individuals in exploring and strengthening their sense of identity. Therapy can help you to:
Navigate questions about who you are and where you belong
Work through cultural, social, or family pressures shaping your choices
Explore aspects of gender, sexuality, or personal values
Reduce confusion, self-doubt, or fear of judgement
Build confidence in living authentically and making aligned decisions
Develop greater clarity, self-acceptance, and resilience
My approach is collaborative and compassionate, creating a safe space to reflect, explore, and grow into a more grounded and authentic sense of self.
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I support individuals in exploring and improving their sexual and emotional well-being. My work helps people to:
Overcome challenges with desire, arousal, and sexual satisfaction
Heal from past sexual trauma or difficult experiences
Address concerns related to identity, orientation, or self-image
Reduce anxiety, shame, or guilt connected to sexuality
Build confidence in expressing needs and boundaries
Develop a healthier, more fulfilling relationship with intimacy and pleasure
Using an integrative, evidence-based approach, I tailor therapy to each person’s unique background, values, and goals, helping them move towards greater confidence, clarity, and connection in their personal lives.
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I help individuals build a healthier and more confident sense of self. Therapy can support you to:
Overcome negative self-talk and feelings of inadequacy
Reduce comparison, perfectionism, or fear of failure
Strengthen self-worth beyond external validation
Develop resilience in the face of criticism or setbacks
Build confidence in relationships, work, and personal goals
Cultivate self-compassion and a balanced view of yourself
My approach combines evidence-based techniques with practical strategies to help you feel more grounded, capable, and secure in who you are.
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I support individuals in navigating the pressures and uncertainties of their careers. Therapy can help you to:
Manage workplace stress, deadlines, and high expectations
Overcome self-doubt, imposter feelings, or fear of failure
Cope with career transitions, stagnation, or uncertainty about direction
Develop healthier boundaries to prevent overwork and burnout
Strengthen decision-making, focus, and resilience in professional life
Reconnect with motivation, purpose, and personal fulfilment
My approach blends psychological insight with practical strategies, helping you build clarity, confidence, and balance in your career journey.
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Through Brainspotting, I help individuals process and heal from experiences that feel “stuck” in the body and mind. This approach can support you to:
Release the impact of trauma, anxiety, or overwhelming experiences
Reduce symptoms such as hypervigilance, emotional reactivity, or intrusive thoughts
Address performance blocks in areas like work, creativity, or personal goals
Gain relief from physical manifestations of stress (such as tension or fatigue)
Access deeper emotional clarity and resilience
Move towards a greater sense of calm, balance, and self-trust
Brainspotting is a powerful, evidence-informed method that uses the brain–body connection to unlock natural healing. Sessions are tailored to your needs, helping you work through challenges at a pace that feels safe and supportive.
Approach
I bring a warm, non-judgmental, and empathetic approach to my work, and I am committed to helping clients develop a greater sense of clarity, resilience, and self-understanding.
1:1 Therapy Sessions
I offer individual therapy for adults and adolescents dealing with:
Anxiety, panic, or overthinking
Relationship issues, including attachment, breakups, gaslighting, etc
Low self-esteem or negative self-image
Burnout and workplace stress
Life transitions and identity exploration
Support for diverse identities
Therapy Modalities I Use:
Adlerian Therapy
Brainspotting
Sex Therapy Informed Professional
Narrative Therapy
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Psychodynamic and Gestalt Techniques
Mindfulness-based techniques
Memberships
Contact
Location
Human Relations Institute & Clinics DMCC (HRIC Dubai)
Indigo Icon Tower - Suite 606
Cluster F
Jumeirah Lake Towers, Dubai
To book an appointment
Call: +971 4 365 8498
or
Click on: HRIC