Dr. Valentina Faia
Specialist Psychiatrist - Medical Director
Psychotherapist / Senior role
Dr. Valentina Faia is an Italian-trained Specialist Psychiatrist and Psychotherapist with over 20 years of clinical experience across Dubai, Italy, and the UK. She specialises in neurodivergence, including ADHD, Autism, and Giftedness, as well as mood and anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, PTSD, and sleep disorders.
Dr. Faia has particular expertise in supporting women through emotional and hormonal life transitions. She is highly experienced in the assessment and diagnosis of ADHD from adolescence (16+) through adulthood.
Her clinical approach integrates psychotherapy, medication management, and lifestyle interventions. She places strong emphasis on the therapeutic relationship, combining evidence-based practice with compassionate, personalised care. Dr. Faia is also a strong advocate for patient empowerment and community-based mental health, drawing inspiration from the Trieste model.
Services:
- Psychiatry
- Psychotherapy
- Neurodivergence specialist (ADHD, Autism, Giftedness)
- ADHD assessment and therapy (adolescents 16+ and adults)
- Bipolar disorder treatment
- Women’s mental health
- PTSD
- Sleep disorders,
- Integrative psychiatry
- Pre-marital consultation
Age Group:
- Adolescents (+16)
- Adults
- Elderly
Languages:
- English
- Italian
