Psychologists in Dubai · In clinic & online
Expert, confidential therapy in Dubai
Internationally trained psychologists, in English, French or Greek. At Dubai Healthcare City or online.
- 22+ years of international clinical experience
- Sessions in English, Français, Ελληνικά
- Private, discreet and confidential
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4.8 · 54 Google reviews📍 Dubai Healthcare City or online
PATIENT STORIES
Real Experiences, Shared on Google
Every journey is personal. Here is what some of our patients say about the care, safety and support they found at Almond Blossoms Wellbeing Centre
"Dr Vassiliki is one of the most committed and insightful psychologists I have ever met. She creates a safe space where you immediately feel heard and understood, while also challenging you in the most thoughtful way. Her ability to connect the dots makes every session incredibly valuable."
Lampros K.
Google Review
"I had a really positive journey with this center. I am very grateful for the support I received from Dr. Vassiliki throughout our sessions. She is knowledgeable, kind and creates a calm and supportive environment. Talking to her has made a real difference for me."
Dimitrios B.
Google Review
"I go to Dr. Candice for my therapy sessions at the clinic and I couldn't be more grateful for all the guidance, support and warmth received from her. Exactly what I need and some more. The staff are also very welcoming and helpful, and the clinic is super calming to enter altogether."
Farah H.
Google Review
Our Well-Being Team
Our psychologists support individuals, couples and families with empathy, discretion and evidence-based care, in English, French or Greek.
Dr Vassiliki Simoglou
Clinical Director & Psychologist
France · Greece · UAE
Biography
With over 20 years of international clinical experience spanning France, Greece, and the UAE, Dr Simoglou brings rigour, honesty, and uncommon depth to her work. Her practice is rooted in psychodynamic thinking — an approach that takes the long view, attending to the layers beneath what is immediately visible. She is particularly experienced with complex cases, and known for creating a space where difficult truths can be spoken without fear. As Clinical Director, she shapes the ethos of everything Almond Blossoms does.
- PhD in Psychopathology & Psychoanalysis, Université Paris Diderot, France
- MA in Psychoanalytic Studies, University of Essex, UK
- MPhil, Msc, BA in Psychology, Université de Strasbourg, France
- Depth Psychodynamic
- Complex Cases
- EN
- FR
- GR
- 20+ Years
Languages offered
EN · FR · GR
Dr Candice Render
Psychologist
United States · Gulf Region
Biography
Dr Render brings over 25 years of international clinical experience across the Gulf region and the United States. Her approach is deeply reflective and insight-oriented — combining robust clinical expertise with a calm, compassionate presence that allows individuals to explore their inner world with safety and clarity. People who work with her often describe the experience as finally feeling truly heard: understood not just in what they say, but in what they have never quite been able to put into words before.
- PhD in Rehabilitation & Human Services, Capella University, Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
- MA in Clinical Psychology, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, USA
- Bsc in Psychological Science, Minors: Criminal Justice, Sociology, Ball State University, Muncie, Indiana, USA
- Insight-Oriented
- Reflective Practice
- English
- 25+ Years
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Support for every chapter of life
Whatever brings you here, you'll be met with care, clinical expertise and complete discretion.
Individual therapy
One-to-one support to understand yourself better and feel more in control.
- Anxiety
- Depression
- OCD
- Burnout
- Trauma & complex trauma
- ADHD
- Eating disorders
- Personality disorders
- Grief
Couples therapy & relationships
A neutral, confidential space to reconnect and communicate. 60- and 90-minute sessions.
- Marriage
- Intimacy
- Infidelity
- Communication breakdown
- Family
- Separation
Path to parenthood support
Psychological support through the hopes, waiting and setbacks of trying to start a family, led by a psychologist with doctoral-level expertise in this area.
- Trying for a family
- Waiting & uncertainty
- Coping with setbacks
- A long-awaited baby
Women's health & motherhood
Specialist support through expecting a baby, birth, postpartum and hormonal changes.
- Expecting a baby
- Preparing for birth
- Postpartum
- New motherhood
- Menopause
Parenting & early years
Support for you, your partner and your relationship with your child, from the first year through toddlerhood.
- Becoming parents
- Parent–infant bond
- Baby's first year
- Toddlerhood
- Parenting together
Loss & grief support
Gentle support after the loss of a baby, and when you feel ready to look ahead again.
- Baby loss
- Grief
- Healing after loss
- Looking ahead
Why clients choose Almond Blossoms
Internationally trained
French and American trained psychologists with 22+ years of experience across Europe, the US and the UAE.
Therapy in your language
Sessions in English, French and Greek, so nothing gets lost in translation.
Boutique & discreet
A calm, private setting in Dubai Healthcare City, with complete confidentiality.
In clinic or online
Meet in person in Dubai or online from anywhere in the UAE.
Take the first step, in confidence
Speak to our team today and we'll help you find the right psychologist for you.
Request a confidential consultation
Our team will call you back within one working day.
4.8 · 54 Google reviews📍 Dubai Healthcare City or online
- Building 53, 4th & 5th Floors, Dubai Healthcare City, Dubai, UAE
- Sessions by appointment, in clinic or online.