Dr. Wail Abdul Malik

Dr. Wail Abdul Malik Rehan is a highly experienced Clinical Psychologist with international registrations in the UAE, UK, and Finland. He has joined KidsHeart Medical Center, Abu Dhabi, to provide specialized psychological care for children, adolescents, and adults. Dr. Rehan combines clinical expertise with evidence-based therapies to address mental health challenges, trauma, behavioral disorders, and emotional well-being.

Registrations

  • DOH License – Abu Dhabi, UAE
  • Clinical Psychologist – Health & Care Professions Council (HCPC), UK
  • Clinical Psychologist – National Supervisory Authority for Welfare and Health, Finland

Areas of Expertise

  • psychopathology & Mental Health Disorders
  • Personality Assessment
  • Autism Spectrum Disorders
  • ADHD
  • Childhood Trauma & PTSD
  • Clinical Counselling & Life Coaching
  • Anxiety, Depression & Substance Abuse
  • Anger Management, Eating Disorders, Intimacy Concerns
  • Mood Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Couple Therapy, Sleep Disorders
  • Evidence-based therapies: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) & Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Professional Background

  • Clinical Psychologist, KidsHeart Clinic, Abu Dhabi – Present
  • Clinical Psychologist & Life Coach, Excel College, UK
  • Lecturer in Clinical Psychology, Anglia Ruskin University, UK
  • Clinical Psychologist, Finnish-Syrian Friendship Society, Finland
  • Trauma Specialist, Crisis Center, Turku, Finland
  • Academic Researcher, Åbo Akademi University, Finland

Academic Qualifications

  • Doctorate in Clinical Psychology– Åbo Akademi University, Finland
  • M.Sc. Psychology – Al-Mustansiriya University, Iraq
  • B.A. Psychology – Al-Mustansiriya University, Iraq

Publications & Research

Dr. Wail is a published researcher in top journals including PLOS ONE, Journal of Interpersonal Violence, and Nordic Psychology. His studies explore the complex relationship between childhood abuse, genetics, and mental illness, making him a thought leader in trauma-focused therapy.

Languages Spoken

  • English – Fluent
  • Arabic – Fluent

Why Choose KidsHeart?

KidsHeart is one of the UAE’s most trusted centers for pediatric and psychological healthcare. With a multidisciplinary team and state-of-the-art facilities, KidsHeart ensures world-class mental health support for children, adolescents, and families. The addition of Dr. Wail to our Abu Dhabi team enhances our ability to provide specialized psychological services, trauma recovery programs, and diagnostic assessments.

Dr. Wail is now available for consultations at the KidsHeart Clinic – Abu Dhabi Branch. He works closely with families, schools, and healthcare professionals to provide holistic psychological care tailored to each patient’s needs.