Mr. Naser Al Riyami is a highly qualified and licensed Clinical Psychologist in Abu Dhabi, currently serving at KidsHeart Medical Center, a leading pediatric and mental health clinic in the UAE. With over 10 years of clinical experience, Dr. Naser specializes in trauma recovery, emotional resilience, psychotherapy for children and adults, and culturally sensitive mental health care.
He is widely recognized for integrating traditional psychology with innovative mind-body approaches, such as CBT, hypnotherapy, NLP, and FasterEFT, to support healing and long-term mental wellness. At KidsHeart Abu Dhabi, he provides personalized psychological care tailored to each patient’s unique cultural and emotional background.
Areas of Expertise
- Child, adolescent & adult psychotherapy
- Trauma-informed therapy & emotional healing
- Anxiety, depression, and personality difficulties
- Psychological assessments & psychometric evaluations
- Hypnotherapy & NLP for mind-body integration
- FasterEFT & memory reconsolidation techniques
- Laughter yoga & positive psychology interventions
- Executive coaching & workplace mental health programs
- Positive parenting & child development psychology
Current Role at KidsHeart Medical Center
As part of the KidsHeart Abu Dhabi psychology team, Naser provides compassionate, comprehensive care to patients of all ages — from children and teens to adults and families. He works closely with physicians, psychiatrists, and allied health professionals to deliver integrated, patient-centered mental health services, emphasizing emotional resilience, laughter, and overall wellbeing.
Clinical & Leadership Experience
Clinical Psychologist
Behavioral Science Pavilion, Abu Dhabi (2014 – Present)
- Provides advanced psychotherapy for trauma, anxiety, and behavioral concerns
- Leads crisis intervention and psychological evaluations in clinical settings
- Incorporates mind-body techniques, positive psychology, and laughter-based therapies to support holistic healing
- Collaborates with medical teams to ensure comprehensive, integrated care
Founder & HR Wellness Consultant
ChangeWorks Abu Dhabi (2024 – Present)
- Designs and leads programs for corporate mental health, leadership coaching, and stress management
- Integrates positive psychology and laughter yoga to enhance resilience and team wellbeing
- Provides HR consultancy and wellness solutions for UAE-based organisations
Education & Credentials
- Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology — United Arab Emirates University (UAEU)
- B.Sc. in Psychology — Auckland University of Technology (New Zealand)
- Diploma in Hypnotherapy — Hypnosis Motivation Institute (USA)
- Certified Consulting Hypnotist — National Guild of Hypnotists (NGH)
- Master NLP Practitioner — National Federation of NLP (NFNLP)
- Certified in CBT, trauma therapy, and suicide prevention
- Certified Laughter Yoga Leader and Teacher Trainer
Research, Teaching & Public Speaking
- Speaker on positive parenting, trauma recovery, laughter therapy, and culturally integrated psychology
- Contributor to regional psychology conferences and academic research
- Advocate for integrating mental health, movement, and joy into educational, family, and corporate settings
Awards & Recognition
- Recognized as a UAE-based expert in trauma-informed psychological therapy
- Trusted consultant and trainer for mental health and workplace resilience
- Honored for merging Islamic cultural values with global positive psychology and mind-body practices
Languages
- Arabic (Native)
- English (Fluent)
Why Choose Dr. Naser at KidsHeart Abu Dhabi?
At KidsHeart Medical Center, Naser offers more than therapy — he delivers hope, healing, and transformation through a unique blend of clinical expertise, mind-body integration, and laughter-based interventions. His commitment to culturally sensitive, evidence-informed, and joyful approaches makes him a trusted choice for families seeking meaningful, holistic mental health support in Abu Dhabi.
Whether your child is facing emotional challenges, or you seek guidance for family or personal growth, Dr. Naser is here to help — compassionately, confidently, and with a genuine spirit of joy and connection.