Yasmeen Hayat, Psy.D. 

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Biography

Dr. Yasmeen Hayat is a Clinical Psychologist committed to providing compassionate mental health care to teens and adults in Kuwait. With advanced training in the United Kingdom and the United States, she brings a culturally attuned perspective to her work, being fluent in both English and Arabic. Dr. Yasmeen holds a psychodynamic orientation at the core of her practice but seamlessly incorporates elements of CBT, Narrative Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Compassion-Focused Therapy, and mindfulness-based approaches, tailoring her methods to suit each client’s unique needs and goals.

With empathy at the cornerstone of her practice, Dr. Yasmeen emphasizes the importance of holding a nonjudgemental space for all her clients. She aims to offer a safe and reflective space for clients to explore the unconscious patterns influencing their emotions, relationships, and behaviors. Her therapeutic approach fosters self-awareness and resilience, empowering clients to navigate challenges and achieve personal growth. She is particularly experienced in helping individuals address interpersonal conflicts, identity and personality struggles, anxiety, and mood disorders.

Before focusing on psychodynamic therapy, Dr. Yasmeen’s experience encompasses working with children, adolescents, and adults in Kuwait and the UK, including those with intellectual disabilities, autism, and complex health conditions. Her educational background includes a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from University College London (UCL), a Master’s in Psychology from New York University (NYU), and a Bachelor’s in Neuroscience and Psychology from the University of Southern California (USC). She also holds foundational training in Systemic Therapy and is a certified Registered Behavior Technician (RBT) in Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).

Whether you’re looking for deeper self-discovery or tools to tackle life’s challenges, Dr. Yasmeen’s dynamic approach offers a blend of heart and science to help you thrive.