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Reduced Fee Program
Accessible Mental Healthcare
At The Psychiatry and Therapy Centre (TPTC), we understand that access to quality mental healthcare can be a challenge for many. To help address this, we’ve introduced the Reduced Fee Program, offering professional psychotherapy and counselling services at a reduced rate.
This initiative is designed to make mental health support more accessible to individuals who may be facing financial barriers.
Our CDA licensed Assistant Psychologists who are Master’s level qualified, deliver this program working under the supervision of our experienced team of psychiatrists and clinicians, providing safe and compassionate care.
Our program takes an integrative approach, offering meaningful support at an affordable rate for individuals experiencing a wide range of emotional concerns. By combining evidence-based treatments with a personalised approach, we tailor our approach to the
client’s specific needs, ensuring comprehensive and effective support.
This program is also part of TPTC’s commitment to the UAE’s broader goal of expanding mental health services in the region, in line with national efforts to enhance awareness of mental health.
Meet our team
English and Gujarati
Shamim Patel (Assistant Psychologist)
A dedicated Assistant Psychologist with 12 years of experience in Dubai, specialising in psychodynamic psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and mental health support for adults and adolescents.
• MSc Psychology (Distinction) – University of Kent
• Global Skills Award (Gold) – University of Kent
• Transference Focused Psychotherapy (TFP) – British Psychological Society
• Interpersonal Psychotherapy (IPT) – University of Toronto
English
Isabelle McMechan
A passionate Assistant Psychologist specializing in helping adults and young adults navigate identity, belonging, cross-cultural dynamics, stress, mood, and emotional well-being. Integrating psychodynamic principles with a holistic framework, she provides a safe environment for self-exploration and overcoming barriers to personal fulfillment.
- MSc Psychology Clinical Concentration – Amity University, Dubai, UAE
- BA Psychology – The University of British Columbia, Vancouver, Canada
English, Hindi, Malayalam and Urdu
Fareeha Aafreen
An Assistant Psychologist working with adults and young adults experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, life transitions, grief, relationship difficulties, and challenges related to meaning, purpose, and personal growth. She specializes in integrating Islamically informed perspectives for clients wishing to bring their faith and spirituality into therapy.
• MSc Applied Psychology
• BSc (Hons) Psychology with Counselling, BPS Accredited
• Diploma in Islam and Psychology, Cambridge Muslim College
• Ongoing Diploma in Family Therapy and Counselling