Sabine Rizk
Licensed Clinical Psychologist in Dubai (Arabic, English, French)
Sabine Rizk is a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist in Dubai, the Assessments Center Director and Co-Owner at the Human Relations Institute & Clinics. Licensed by the Dubai Health Authority (DHA) since 2005, Sabine brings over 20 years of international clinical expertise to her practice, spanning France, Egypt, Lebanon, and the UAE.
She holds an M.Sc. in Clinical Psychology and Psychopathology from the University of René Descartes-Paris V, France. As a trilingual therapist (Arabic, English, and French), she provides expert mental health support to Western expatriates, Arab nationals, and GCC families.
Sabine’s Therapeutic Approach:
At the heart of Sabine’s work is a deep respect for each person’s story. She believes that feeling understood, safe, and emotionally held is essential for meaningful change. Her therapeutic style is warm, attuned, and non-judgmental, allowing clients to explore their experiences at their own pace.
Sabine believes that healing begins when people feel truly seen and supported. Her work is guided by compassion, curiosity, and a deep commitment to walking alongside her clients as they navigate change and growth.
Specialized Psychotherapy Services in Dubai
Sabine utilizes a trauma-informed and psychodynamic approach to help clients navigate complex emotional landscapes. Her therapeutic style prioritizes the human element, focusing on a strong therapeutic alliance to ensure a safe, nurturing environment for healing.
Her areas of clinical expertise include:
- Trauma & Complex PTSD: Specialized support using evidence-based modalities.
- Personality Disorders: Expert management of Borderline (BPD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorders.
- Mood & Anxiety Disorders: Treatment for depression, anxiety, panic disorders, stress, and Postpartum Depression (PPD).
- Women’s Mental Health: Navigating psychological well-being through various life stages.
- Life Transitions: Support for adjustment disorders, including relocation, career changes, and relationship breakdowns.
Expert Psycho-educational, ADHD, and Neuro-Psychological Assessments:
Beyond talk therapy, Sabine is a recognized specialist in psychoeducational assessments in Dubai. She provides comprehensive diagnostic testing for children and adults, utilizing standardized tools such as:
- Wechsler Scales (Cognitive & Academic Testing)
- TOVA (Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder assessment)
- Behavioral Scales (BASC, Brown, ABAS,etc.)
- Specific Learning Disorders (Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, etc.)
- Personality Assessments (MMPI, MCMI,MBTI, etc.)
- Developmental Delays and ASD inn children
- Neuro degenerative disorders and mental decline in the elderly population
Specialized Adoption Counseling in the UAE
Sabine is one of the few specialized adoption counselors in the UAE. She offers compassionate, informed guidance for individuals and families at every stage of the adoption journey, including:
- Pre-adoption emotional preparation and decision-making.
- Navigating the psychological complexities of the UAE adoption context.
- Attachment, bonding, and identity issues for adopted children.
- Post-placement adjustment and long-term family support.
- Home Study Report, that can be used internationally for international adoptions.
Certifications & Advanced Training
To provide the highest standard of care, Sabine is continuously trained in modern therapeutic techniques:
- Eye Movement and Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy
- Brainspotting (Phase One) – For deep-seated emotional healing
- Mentalization-Based Therapy (MBT) – Through the New Centre for Psychoanalysis
- Compassionate Inquiry – Gabor Maté’s approach to healing deep traumatic wounds
- Jungian Psychotherapy – A depth-psychology psychoanalytical perspective