Doctor

Fathima Jilna

Fathima Jilna is a DOH registered, licensed Clinical Psychologist. She completed her master’s in clinical psychology from the prestigious Tata Institute of Social sciences in Mumbai, India. 

She has over 7 years of experience in conducting assessments and therapies for children, adults and families at Neuro & Mental Health Institute – Kids Heart Medical Center – Abu Dhabi

Ms. Fathima is a member of Association for Solution Focused Practices – India.

Qualification:

  • Master’s in Clinical Psychology – Tata Institute of Social sciences in Mumbai, India

Core competencies:

Specialties:

  • Psychological Assessments:
    • Screening of children at risk for Developmental Delays
    • Assessment of children with Pervasive Developmental Disorders (Autism)
    • Academic and Learning Disabilities.
    • Intelligence assessment
    • Neuropsychological Assessment.
  • Individual Therapy:
    • Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for depression and anxiety disorders (Social anxiety, health anxiety and panic attacks)
    • Therapy for Behavioural Problems in children and adolescents
    • Adult Attention Deficit Disorder (helping to deal with Concentration difficulties, impulsivity and poor time management)
    • Understanding emotion, Emotional regulation and self confidence

Area of Special Interest:

  • Understanding how the built environment impacts mental health
  • Spatial appropriation in the premise of gender

Language:

  • English
  • Hindi
  • Malayalam