Dr. Shamarel Odusanya, D.Clin.Psy.

About Dr. Shamarel Odusanya, D.Clin.Psy.

Designation: Psychologist

Department: Psychology

Dr. Shamarel Odusanya is a licensed clinical psychologist in the UK and UAE, holding British nationality. She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hertfordshire, along with undergraduate and master’s degrees from the University of Sussex. Additionally, she possesses a postgraduate diploma in low-intensity cognitive behavioral interventions from University College London (UCL).

Specializing in psychotherapy for individuals aged 16 and above, Dr. Shamarel offers tailored short-term and long-term treatment options. She also provides clinical supervision and training for therapists and healthcare professionals. To assist clients uncertain about the benefits of therapy, she offers an emotional well-being check service.

With extensive experience gained in various settings in the UK, including inpatient, outpatient, legal, children's social care, and forensic fields, Dr. Shamarel has honed her skills in psychological assessments, creating personalized formulations for clients, and delivering effective therapeutic interventions.

Since relocating to Dubai in 2020, Dr. Shamarel has worked with both Emirati and expat communities, applying her integrative practice approach. She incorporates a range of therapeutic modalities such as psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), compassion-focused therapy (CFT), narrative therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). This diverse expertise enables her to customize her treatment plans to meet the unique needs of each client, fostering a supportive environment that encourages addressing life’s challenges, gaining insights, and enhancing overall well-being.

Dr. Shamarel Odusanya, D.Clin.Psy. specializes in the following areas:

  • Depression
  • Anxiety
  • Panic
  • Anger
  • Low self-esteem and confidence issues
  • Stress and burnout
  • Unusual Experiences (Hearing Voices)
  • Personal growth and self-awareness
  • Adjustment difficulties
  • Interpersonal difficulties
  • Corporate Consultation and workshops
  • Emotional dysregulation
  • Self-harm
  • Grief
  • Trauma

Emotional Wellbeing Check (EWC)

EWC is a 30-minute consultation that provides an overview of your emotional well-being. It highlights key areas of wellness and indicates whether therapy may be necessary. Emotional well-being checks are an important part of maintaining good mental health. With no commitment to engage in regular therapy, this service offers a useful measure of an individual’s overall emotional well-being. Useful guidance to decide on whether you may benefit from an EWC:

  1. You are not feeling yourself, but you can’t quite put your finger on what “it” is
  2. You have never tried therapy before but would like an opportunity to see what the process might entail or feel like
  3. You have experienced mental health challenges in the past and want to stay on top of your emotional well-being