Online therapy from the UK
Arabic-speaking therapist in the UK, online
If you are an Arab living in the UK, you may want a therapist who understands your culture, family and faith without having to explain everything from scratch. On Shezlong you talk to an Arab psychologist or psychiatrist, in Arabic or English, in a private video session.
Therapists you can book from the UK
Waiting lists for therapy can be long. Here you choose your therapist from the list below and book the time that suits you, in UK time.
Prof. Mohamed ElsheikhPsychiatristAnxiety Disorders, Depression
Walaa WaheedPsychologistDepression, PTSD ( abuse, traumas )
Awatef DarwichPsychologistMood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders
Mahmoud RadyPsychologistAnxiety Disorders, Addiction
Joseph AssalPsychologistAnxiety Disorders, borderline personality disorder (BPD)
Yasmin AliPsychologistMood Disorders, Addiction
Ahmed Kamel ElawadyPsychiatristMood Disorders, Anxiety Disorders
Dalia SalehPsychologistAnxiety Disorders, Depression
Who online therapy in the UK suits
Many Arabs in the UK look for a therapist with the same background, especially for:
See therapists for family counseling- Anxiety and depression alongside work or study pressure.
- Arab students at UK universities, and the pressure of studying far from family.
- Marriage problems, or tension between generations in the family.
- Living between two cultures, and the questions about identity and belonging that come with it.
How to start online therapy from the UK
Find a therapist
Browse the list and filter by specialty, language, gender or the therapist's country.
Read their profile
See their experience, specialties and client reviews before you book.
Pick a time
Times are shown in your local time zone, and you can change it.
Pay online
Pay by card. The session price is shown before you pay.
Join your session
A video call from your phone or computer, wherever you feel comfortable.
Not sure who to choose? Answer a few short questions and we'll suggest therapists.
Help me chooseSession prices
Session times in UK time
The UK is on GMT, and UTC+1 in summer. When you book, times are shown in your local time, so there's no difference to work out.
If you are a student, pick a time between lectures or in the evening and join from your room.
Psychologist or psychiatrist?
A psychologist or therapist helps through talk therapy: understanding what you feel and learning practical ways to cope. A psychiatrist is a medical doctor who can also assess whether medication may help.
If you're not sure, start with a psychologist. They will tell you if seeing a psychiatrist would help.
See psychiatrists available onlineFree psychological tests
Answer a few questions privately and see your result straight away, with no account needed. A result is not a diagnosis, but it can help you decide whether to talk to a therapist.
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Common questions
I am a student in the UK. Is this for me?
Yes. Pick a time that fits around your lectures, and join the session from your room or any quiet place.
Can I switch between Arabic and English in a session?
Yes. Many therapists speak both, so you can talk in whatever way feels comfortable. Filter the list by language to find them.
Is online therapy confidential?
Yes. Each session is a private video call between you and your therapist, and therapists are bound by professional confidentiality. You can join from wherever you feel comfortable.
How do I pay from the UK?
You pay online by card when you book, and the session price is shown before you pay.
Do I need a referral?
No. You can book directly with the therapist you choose.
If you are in danger right now
If you have thoughts of harming yourself or are in danger now, call 999. For urgent help that is not an emergency call NHS 111, and you can talk to Samaritans free, day and night, on 116 123.
Online sessions are not an emergency service, so don't wait for your appointment.
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