IBT® Certified
Gibson Trained
Mental Health Practitioner
Mental Health Practitioner
Asmaa Merchant
IBT® Certified Practitioner
A compassionate, evidence-based practitioner specializing in behavioral therapy and child mental health. Dedicated to strengthening cognitive and emotional skills for individuals across the lifespan.
Dist.
MSc Graduate
IBT®
Certified (IBAO)
GT
Gibson Trained
UAE
Based — Dubai
"A dedicated professional with a strong academic foundation and a compassionate approach to psychological care."
Compassionate Care
& Evidence
Asmaa is a Mental Health Practitioner at Mind Inside with a strong academic foundation and a compassionate, evidence-based approach to psychological care. She holds a BSc (Hons) in Psychology from Heriot-Watt University, UAE, and an MSc in Clinical Psychology and Mental Health from Swansea University, UK, graduating with distinction in both degrees.
She is IBT® certified by the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO) and Gibson Trained and Certified, with extensive experience supporting children and individuals across the lifespan. Her work focuses on strengthening cognitive, emotional, and behavioral skills that enhance independence and overall wellbeing.
Asmaa has worked extensively as a behavioral therapist with children of all ages, supporting communication, social interaction, emotional regulation, and essential daily living skills through structured and compassionate interventions.
She strongly emphasizes parent involvement, providing psychoeducation and practical strategies to help families reinforce skills at home and build confident, positive parent–child relationships. She also facilitates mental wellbeing and resilience workshops across educational and corporate settings in Dubai.
Professional Strengths
Academic Excellence
MSc in Clinical Psychology with Distinction from Swansea University, UK.
Behavioral Expertise
IBT® certified by the International Behavior Analysis Organization (IBAO).
Family-Centered
Strong focus on parent involvement and psychoeducation for lasting impact.
Community Impact
Facilitating wellbeing workshops across educational and corporate sectors.
Areas of Expertise
Therapy
Behavioral Therapy (IBT®)
Structured interventions for behavioral change and skill building using International Behavior Therapy principles.
Support
Child & Family Support
Specialized care for children and comprehensive guidance for their families to ensure holistic development.
Skills
Emotional Regulation
Practical techniques for understanding and managing complex emotions effectively.
Coaching
Adaptive Coping Skills
Building sustainable strategies for navigating life's daily challenges with resilience.
Guidance
Parent Guidance
Empowering parents with practical strategies and support to reinforce positive behaviors at home.
Workshops
Wellbeing Workshops
Resilience training and mental health education for educational and corporate settings in Dubai.
MSc Clinical Psychology & Mental Health
Graduated with Distinction.
BSc (Hons) Psychology
International Behavior Therapist (IBT®)
Certified practitioner specializing in structured behavioral interventions.
Gibson Trained & Certified
Certified Specialist in cognitive skills training and assessment.
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the first step?
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