Dr. Fiona Desira is a British trained Clinical Psychologist, with a Degree in Psychology, Masters Degree in Health Psychology and Doctorate in Clinical Psychology.
Dr. Fiona specializes in working with children, young people and the families of those with developmental delays, learning difficulties, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Dr. Fiona provides highly specialized assessments relating to Neurodevelopmental Disorders, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder and Intellectual Disabilities. In addition to these, Dr. Fiona conducts assessments for a range of Learning Disorders, including Dyslexia, Dyscalculia and Dysgraphia. Dr. Fiona also provides individual and group therapy for children and young people.
Dr. Fiona is highly specialized in the field of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). She has worked in Autism Spectrum Disorder diagnostic services for over 10 years. Dr. Fiona has also established and led diagnostic services within the United Kingdom and United Arab Emirates.
Dr. Fiona is an Honorary Lecturer at the University of Teesside, UK and Heriot Watt University, UAE providing Doctoral and Undergraduate training in working with children with Neurodevelopmental Disorders. She is fully licensed in Dubai Health Care City and is a member of the Health Professionals Council and British Psychological Society. Additionally, Dr. Fiona is a trainer of the Autism Diagnostic Observation Schedule (ADOS), whereby she provides training in specialist Autism assessment to clinical professionals.