About Me

I am Dr. Samar Bassil, I hold a PhD in Clinical Psychology from University of Picardie Jules Verne, Amiens, France, along with a Life Coaching Certificate from the USA and a degree in Preschool Education. With more than 14 years of professional experience, I have dedicated my career to helping individuals better understand themselves and create meaningful, lasting change.
My approach is individualized, compassionate, and non-judgmental, creating a safe space where each person can explore their inner world at their own pace.

Every person deserves to feel safe, understood, and empowered to live a happier life. I offer compassionate, thoughtful care to help each patient find their path toward greater well-being and peace.

Dr. Samar Bassil

Areas of Mental Health & Psychological Care

Every person’s experience is unique, and therapy is tailored to their individual needs, circumstances, and goals. I provide psychological support and evidence-based psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health conditions and emotional and behavioral difficulties.

1. Depression & Mood Disorders

  • Major Depressive Disorder (Depression)
  • Persistent Depressive Disorder (Dysthymia)
  • Bipolar Disorder
  • Bipolar II Disorder
  • Cyclothymic Disorder
  • Mood disorders associated with significant life changes

2. Anxiety Disorders

  • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
  • Panic Disorder
  • Panic Attacks
  • Social Anxiety Disorder (Social Phobia)
  • Specific Phobias
  • Separation Anxiety
  • Health Anxiety
  • Performance Anxiety

3. Obsessive-Compulsive Disorders

  • Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
  • Relationship OCD
  • Harm OCD
  • Contamination OCD
  • Hoarding Disorder
  • Body Dysmorphic Disorder
  • Trichotillomania (Hair-Pulling Disorder)
  • Excoriation (Skin-Picking) Disorder

4. Trauma & Stress-Related Disorders

  • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD)
  • Acute Stress Reactions
  • Adjustment Disorder
  • Childhood Trauma
  • Emotional Abuse and Trauma
  • Grief and Bereavement
  • Prolonged Grief Disorder

5. Personality Disorders

  • Borderline Personality Disorder
  • Narcissistic Personality Disorder
  • Avoidant Personality Disorder
  • Dependent Personality Disorder
  • Obsessive-Compulsive Personality Disorder
  • Paranoid Personality Disorder
  • Schizoid Personality Disorder
  • Histrionic Personality Disorder
  • Antisocial Personality Disorder
  • Maladaptive personality traits and interpersonal patterns

6. Eating & Body-Image Disorders

  • Anorexia Nervosa
  • Bulimia Nervosa
  • Binge-Eating Disorder
  • Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder (ARFID)
  • Emotional Eating
  • Body-Image Concerns
  • Disordered Eating Patterns

7. Dissociation & Somatic Symptoms

  • Dissociative Symptoms
  • Depersonalization/Derealization
  • Dissociative Disorders
  • Somatic Symptom Disorder
  • Health-Related Anxiety and Preoccupation
  • Psychological Distress Associated with Chronic Illness

8. Relationship & Life Difficulties

  • Relationship Difficulties
  • Couples and Communication Problems
  • Attachment Difficulties
  • Breakups and Separation
  • Family Conflicts
  • Low Self-Esteem
  • Self-Confidence Issues
  • Life Transitions
  • Work-Related Stress and Burnout
  • Difficulties with Boundaries

9. Neurodevelopmental Disorders

  • ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)
  • Adult ADHD
  • Childhood/Adolescent ADHD
  • Executive Functioning Difficulties
  • Attention and Concentration Difficulties
  • Impulsivity and Emotional Dysregulation
  • Intellectual Disability / Disorder of Intellectual Development
  • Cognitive and Adaptive Functioning Difficulties
  • Developmental and Learning Difficulties

10. Self-Harm & Emotional Regulation

  • Non-Suicidal Self-Injury (NSSI)
  • Self-Harming Behaviors
  • Suicidal Thoughts and Behaviors
  • Emotional Dysregulation
  • Impulse-Control Difficulties
  • Difficulty Managing Intense Emotions

Neurons that fire together, wire together. Every thought, feeling, and experience can strengthen the connections between neurons, shaping the way our brain learns, remembers, and responds.

Donald O. Hebb