Ms Kawthar Bahja, MA

Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Verified

“I specialise in supporting adults and adolescents experiencing overwhelming emotions, anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, self-criticism, emotional eating, and challenges related to identity and self-worth. My approach integrates Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), helping clients develop emotional resilience, psychological flexibility, and practical skills to build a meaningful life aligned with their values.”

About Me

If you're feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, self-criticism, or a persistent sense of being stuck, you don't have to face it alone. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I integrate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients navigate life's challenges with greater awareness, self-compassion, and resilience. Together, we work on developing practical skills to manage intense emotions, improve relationships, reduce suffering, and create a life guided by what truly matters to you.

Approach

My approach is warm, collaborative, and evidence-based. Whether you're struggling with emotional dysregulation, borderline personality traits, attachment difficulties, anxiety, depression, emotional eating, or low self-worth, therapy provides a supportive space to understand your experiences and move toward lasting change.

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Basic Information

Beirut, Lebanon

In-person & Online

Services

My therapeutic approach integrates Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), two evidence-based approaches that help individuals navigate emotional challenges while building a meaningful life. I believe that painful emotions, thoughts, and life experiences are part of being human, and therapy is not about eliminating them, but learning how to respond to them effectively. In our work together, we will focus on developing practical skills for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, and psychological flexibility. I aim to provide a compassionate, non-judgmental, and collaborative space where you can explore your experiences, strengthen your resilience, and reconnect with the values that matter most to you. My goal is to help you move from simply surviving to living a life that feels purposeful, authentic, and worth living.

Services Offered:

Assessment
A structured evaluation of mental health, cognitive functioning, or emotional well-being used to guide diagnosis and treatment planning.
Mindfulness
The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.
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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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Psych & Diagnostic Assessment
Formal psychological testing to identify conditions, understand cognitive and emotional functioning, and guide treatment planning.
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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Works With:

Adults
Groups
Adolescents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Personality Difficulties
Long-standing patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating to others that cause persistent distress or problems in relationships and daily life.
Addiction
A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.
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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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Grief, Loss & Bereavement
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss, varying widely in duration and expression.
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Guilt or Forgiveness
Persistent feelings of guilt, shame, or difficulty forgiving oneself or others that weigh on emotional well-being and relationships.
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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Parenting Support
Guidance for the psychological challenges of raising children, including discipline, communication, co-parenting, and managing the emotional demands of parenthood.
Phobias
Intense, irrational fears of specific objects or situations, such as flying, heights, or spiders, that lead to avoidance and limit daily life.
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Stress / Burnout
The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).
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