Dr. Mariette Akle , PhD (France)
Clinical Psychologist
Psychotherapy is a place where change and becoming are possible - through the time put into listening, understanding and acceptance. Trust where you will lead yourself.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive training in Psychoanalysis. I hold a PhD in Psychoanalysis and Psychopathology from the University of Paris, France and a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of Balamand, Lebanon. Prior to joining The LightHouse Arabia, I established and led all psychrelated services in Sheikh Shakhbout Medical City – Mayo Clinic Abu Dhabi, previously Al Mafraq Hospital, which I joined in 2014. I worked in private practice in Lebanon for two years, before moving to the UAE.
While I work primarily with adults, I also have experience working with children and adolescents, and in helping all to address a variety of clinical presentations and psychological difficulties.
I practice Psychoanalysis and analytically-inspired Psychotherapy, and have been a member of the International of Forums, School of Psychoanalysis of the Forums of the Lacanian Field (IF-SPFLF), and a member of the Lebanese Forum of the Lacanian Field and its committee since 2016.
My areas of interest include clinical supervision, training, teaching and research, and I have remained involved in all areas for well over a decade.
Works with Clients:
Adults (22 yrs+)
Languages:
English, Arabic, French
Services Offered
Individual Therapy
Treatment Approaches
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Psychoanalysis
- Analytical Therapy
Presenting Concerns
General Concerns:
Stress
Anxiety
Panic attacks
Low mood or depression
Personal growth and self-improvement
Adjustment to recent life events or circumstances (Not trauma)
Specific Concerns:
Sexuality and gender identity
Relationship Concerns:
Non-romantic and non-familial relationship concerns
Qualifications & Memberships
- PhD in Psychoanalysis and Psychopathology, University of Paris, France, 2020
- Training Certificate in Analytical Psychotherapy, Lebanon, 2014
- Masters in Clinical Psychology, University of Balamand, Lebanon, 2011
- Bachelors in Psychology, University of Balamand, Lebanon, 2009
- Member of the International of Forums, School of Psychoanalysis of the Forums of the Lacanian Field – IF-SPFLF, 2016
- Member of the Lebanese Forum of the Lacanian Field, FCLL, 2016
- Licensed by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA)