Ayda Makhoul, MA

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

verified by TherapyRoute

“I am a licensed clinical psychologist, supporting adults struggling with mood difficulties, relationship patterns, and adjustment challenges, especially expats navigating transitions. I use techniques from (CBT) Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, where, together, we work on identifying and changing unhelpful patterns that keep you stuck, and instead help you build healthier ones, gaining practical everyday tools that help you reach your value-driven goals. ”

About Me

A licensed Clinical psychologist and artist who values a space that is clear, respectful, and collaborative. I’m especially interested in how people make sense of their inner world, and I aim to help clients better understand themselves while building ways of coping that feel sustainable and aligned with who they are. Note: I am a Lebanon-based practitioner offering specialized remote sessions for individuals from anywhere around the world. All services listed are (online) locations and are provided online only.

Approach

My approach is primarily evidence-based, drawing on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to identify and change unhelpful thought and behavior patterns. I integrate this with a deeper, exploratory understanding of emotional experiences, helping clients make sense of underlying patterns while developing practical strategies for change.

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Basic Information

Beirut, Lebanon

Services

Anxiety & Stress Management: Helping individuals navigate the complexities of generalized anxiety, panic, and the physical or mental impact of chronic stress Depressive Disorders: Providing evidence-based support for those experiencing persistent low mood, loss of interest, and the various emotional layers of depression Relational Patterns & Interpersonal Dynamics: Exploring recurring themes in a client's relationships to help break unhealthy cycles and build more secure, fulfilling connections with others Life Transitions & Navigating Uncertainty: Supporting clients through significant life changes—such as career shifts, loss, or personal milestones, where the path forward feels unclear Emotional Regulation & Coping Resilience: Identifying maladaptive behaviors and developing healthier tools to manage intense emotions and day-to-day triggers Chronic Conflict & Situational Distress: Addressing the psychological toll of ongoing instability, environmental stress, or high-conflict situations to restore a sense of internal safety and balance.

Services Offered:

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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Personality Difficulties & Diagnostic Assessment
Assessment of long-standing patterns in thinking, feeling, and relating that cause persistent distress, used to clarify diagnosis and guide treatment.

Works With:

•Adults
•Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
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Mood Disorder
A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.
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Relocation / Expat
The psychological challenges of moving to a new country or city, including loneliness, culture shock, identity shifts, and loss of social support.
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