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Counselling psychologist Based out of India, currently residing in Dubai, UAE

Room to breathe, and someone who listens.

I'm Nadiya Qudsi, a counselling psychologist based out of India, currently residing in Dubai, UAE. I work with teenagers, young adults and parents across the UAE and India who are carrying more than they can hold right now.

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Sessions in English, हिन्दी or اردو.

Nadiya Qudsi smiling, in a green hijab, with the Dubai skyline lit up behind her at night

Who I work with

Most people I see aren't in crisis. They're tired of feeling stuck and want someone outside the situation to think it through with.

Find your starting point

Two quick choices, and you'll see what working together could look like. This isn't a test or a diagnosis.

Who is this for?
What's on your mind?

If you or someone else is in danger right now, please call 999 in the UAE or 14416 in India.

How it works

  1. Send a message

    Use the short form at the end of this page. A line or two about what's going on is enough. You don't need the right words.

  2. A free 15-minute call

    We talk about what you need and whether I'm the right person to help. There's no pressure to continue.

  3. Regular sessions

    50-minute video sessions, usually once a week. We set goals together and check in on them as we go. Fees are shared on the intro call.

Profile

From school counselling rooms in Delhi to families across the UAE and India, Nadiya Qudsi has worked since 2021 to help young people feel safe enough to be honest.

Nadiya Qudsi, smiling, in a plum abaya and hijab

People start to feel better when they feel safe enough to be honest.

I've worked with young people since 2021: in school counselling rooms in Delhi and Jaunpur, at a government child shelter home in New Delhi, and on clinical placements in hospitals and therapy centres.

Over 200 sessions later, the thing I trust most is simple. My work is client-centred and draws on CBT and trauma-informed practice, and we go at a pace that feels right for you.

I've also run wellbeing workshops for more than 80 children and trained care staff on supporting children's mental health day to day.

I'm from India and currently live in Dubai. Having made that move myself, I understand how much a new country, a new school or distance from family can weigh on people.

Reads

Things I explain often, written down. Each takes about three minutes.

For parents Is my teenager okay? Teenagers are meant to pull away a little. What's worth noticing is change: when your child is different from their usual self for more than a couple of weeks. 3 min read Getting started What happens in a first session What we talk about, what you don't have to share, and how to know if it's working. 3 min read Try this A one-minute breath for anxious moments Why a longer out-breath calms the body, and how to practise it. 2 min read

Questions people ask

Is what I say kept private?

Yes. What you share stays between us. The only exceptions are if I believe you or someone else is at serious risk of harm, or a child is unsafe. If that ever comes up, I'll talk it through with you first wherever I can.

What do I need for an online session?

A private room, a phone or laptop with a camera, and a steady internet connection. Headphones help. Some people take sessions from a parked car, and that's fine too.

Can you prescribe medication?

No. Psychologists don't prescribe. If I think medication might help, I'll explain why and suggest you see a psychiatrist. We can keep working together alongside that.

Where are your clients based?

I'm based out of India and currently residing in Dubai, UAE, and I work with clients across the UAE and India. Sessions are online by video, so we can meet wherever you are, at a time that works in your time zone.

Can I come with my child, or only my child?

Both work. With younger children I usually start by meeting a parent. With teenagers, we agree together how much is shared with parents, so they can trust the space.

Start with a message.

Tell me a little about what's going on and when you're free. I'll reply by email to set up a free 15-minute call.

Only I read these messages.

Prefer email? Write to qnadiya@gmail.com

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