Awaatif Al Zaabi

AwaatifAl Zaabi is a Clinical Psychologist at ACPNAbu Dhabi. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from the United Arab Emirates University (1996) and a Diploma in Psychological Skills from the Abu Dhabi Judicial Academy. She is also certified as a Child Protection Specialist and a Judicial Officer in Child Protection.Ms. Al Zaabiis licensed by the Department of Health (DoH) in Abu Dhabi.

Withover two decadesof professional experience, Ms. Al Zaabiworked extensively across multiple clinical units at Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC) Behavioral Science Pavilion. Her career includes two years in the adult day center unit (1997–1999), five years in adult outpatient and inpatient care (1999–2005), and over 20 years as a senior clinical psychologist in the Child Developmental Clinic (since 2004). Throughout her work, she has conducted psychometric evaluations, cognitive assessments, and provided individual, group, family, and play therapy to patients with a range of mental health conditions. She played a vital role in training new psychologists and promoting mental health awareness through lectures and community engagement, including support during the COVID-19 pandemic. Sheis an active participant inprofessionalforumsincluding the American Psychology Association Conference (2015) and the Middle East Psychology Association (2023).

Ms. Al Zaabispecializes in cognitive and psychological assessments, family and behavioral therapy, trauma-informed care, and developmental interventions for children and adolescents.She provides compassionate, culturally sensitive care tailored to the needs of her clientsaimingtosupport theirpsychological well-being across the lifespan, with a deep focus on resilience, recovery, and empowerment.