Dr. Muhamed Hamza , Psy.D. (USA)

Throughout my academic career, I have had the privilege of receiving advanced clinical training at several prestigious institutions, most within American Psychological Association (APA) accredited programs.

While formally trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Psychodynamic Therapy, and Family Systems approaches, I lean towards CBT and family systems modalities in my practice and take an integrative stance, using motivational interviewing techniques to meet clients where they are in order to support meaningful therapeutic change. I also sub-specialize in psychodiagnostic and psychoeducational evaluations. My diversified training has allowed me to develop strong skills in therapy, assessment, and consultation services, supporting individuals across the lifespan. Following the completion of my formal training, I worked within the private sectors in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C., delivering expert psychological care, guidance, and related services. 

I stay engaged with emerging research, evidence-based practices, behavioral data sciences, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in healthcare, and I enjoy incorporating relevant advancements into my practice. I strive for genuine, down-to-earth connections, firmly believing that the effectiveness of therapy is rooted in the strength of the therapeutic relationship. 

Outside of my professional work, I enjoy traveling and connecting with people from diverse cultures, experiences that continue to enrich my understanding of cultural identity and competence in care. Like Erik Erikson, who emphasized the role of culture in shaping identity across the lifespan, I believe that truly effective psychological care must be culturally attuned and responsive to the lived experience of every client.

Works with Clients:
Children (7 yrs+), Adolescents, Adults (18 yrs+)

Languages:
English

Services Offered

• Family Therapy
• Parent Intake
• Parental Guidance
• Relational Therapy
• Psychometric Assessment
• Individual Therapy

Treatment Approaches

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
• Motivational Interviewing
• Systemic Therapy
• Gottman Method
• Integrative Therapy 

Presenting Concerns

General Concerns: 

• Personal growth and self-improvement
• Adjustment to recent life events or circumstances (Not trauma)
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Panic attacks
• Low mood or depression

Specific Concerns: 

• Addiction and addictive behavior (excluding substances)
• Anger, irritability, emotional outbursts and severe moodswings
• Obsessive, repetitive and ritualistic thinking and behavior

Relationship Concerns: 

• General dissatisfaction or improvement of romantic relationships
• Divorce, separation and break-ups in romantic relationships
• Parenting and parental relationship concerns
• Family and family relationship
  concerns
• Non-romantic and non-familial relationship concerns

 

Minors: 

• Minor-related concerns (all minors)

Trauma: 

• Trauma or traumatic events (past or historic)

Qualifications & Memberships

• Doctor of Psychology (Clinical Psychology), Chicago School of Professional Psychology (American Psychological Association Accredited Program) (Washington, D.C., USA)
• Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology, American School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University, Northern Virginia (VA, USA)
• Bachelor of Science in Psychology (High Distinction) with a Minor in Pharmacology and Toxicology, State University of New York at Buffalo (NY, USA)
• Member of the American Psychological Association
• Alumni Member of Psi Chi International Honor Society in Psychology
• Registered with the Washington, D.C., Department of Health - Board of Psychology, USA
• Registered with the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), UAE