Psychology

About Dr Fatin Khalifeh

As a bilingual clinical psychologist living in Lebanon with experience over 10 years, I offer psychological support in English and Arabic Languages.

My Approach

Bio-psycho-social approach. The biopsychosocial model is an interdisciplinary model that looks at the interconnection between biology, psychology, and socio-environmental factors. The model specifically examines how these aspects play a role in topics ranging from health and disease models to human development.
Cognitive behavioural approach is a short-term, goal-oriented psychotherapy treatment that takes a hands-on, practical approach to problem-solving. Its goal is to change patterns of thinking or behaviour that are behind people's difficulties, and so change the way they feel.
Cross-cultural approach is the process of studying mental processes and human behaviour in diverse cultural circumstances.Cross cultural therapy is ideal for people who find themselves surrounded by people of a different culture, who have different beliefs and don't express themselves in the same way.
The humanistic approach emphasizes empathy and stresses the good in human behavior. This approach allows an psychologist to focus on ways to help improve an individual's self-image or self-actualization - the things that make them feel worthwhile.
Positive Psychology is the scientific study of human flourishing, and an applied approach to optimal functioning. It has also been defined as the study of the strengths and virtues that enable individuals, communities, and organisations to thrive.

Evidence-Based Practice (EBP). My practice relies on scientific and mathematical evidence to form strong inductive or deductive arguments for guidance and decision-making.
Ethical Guidelines Adherence according to the American Psychological Association (APA), and the British Psychological Society (BPS). This kind of practice provides the rights of the client.