Black / African American Therapists in Doha, Qatar

I believe people can build the lives they want to live by aligning themselves with their values, which may shift with the various seasons of life.

THE WHOLE STORY APPROACH I offer a relational, high-trust therapeutic space where every part of your journey, from your cultural heritage and faith to your professional life, is seen, respected, and valued. As a BACP Accredited Psychotherapist and former Head of University Counselling & Wellbeing, I bring over a decade of senior clinical leadership and international experience to our work together. My practice is deeply rooted in understanding the delicate balance of identity, belonging, and faith. Having lived and worked in Qatar for six years within a diverse international community, I bring a global, nuanced perspective to my relational work. I understand the complex dynamics of mixed-heritage families, navigating differing worldviews, and holding firm to your core values. Beyond my cultural and relational work, my background directing large-scale clinical services means my practice is held to the highest standards of clinical governance and care. Whether you are navigating workplace burnout, the pressures of leadership, or personal questions of heritage and identity, I offer an expert, spiritually sensitive space to support your growth. I welcome you to reach out for an initial conversation to explore how we can work together.

Doha is Qatar's capital and a city shaped almost entirely by a multinational expat workforce, with foreign nationals making up the vast majority of the population and representing dozens of nationalities across the energy, construction, hospitality, and services sectors. Mental health awareness and therapy access vary widely by community—professionals in the financial and corporate sectors have relatively good access to English-language therapy, while lower-income migrant workers face significant barriers. Private therapy is available through licensed practitioners in West Bay and other professional districts, and telehealth has become an important supplement for those seeking care from practitioners in their home countries. Common therapy concerns include expat isolation, relationship strain under the pressures of contract work away from family, anxiety, and adjustment to life in a culturally conservative environment.

Gender ID

100%

Female

Session Type

	50%	In Person and Online
	50%	Online Only

Top Specialties

100%	Anxiety or Fears
100%	Depression
100%	Loss or Grief
100%	Sexual Abuse
100%	Spirituality
100%	Stress
100%	Trauma and PTSD

Ages Served

100%	Adult
100%	Young Adult
50%	Senior
50%	Teen

Client Focus

100%	Asian
100%	Black / African American
100%	Middle Eastern
100%	Persons with Disabilities
100%	Women

Black / African American therapists in Doha, Qatar

Dr. Amanda Malak

Ummayah Sidhu