Creating Space for Healing: The Mapletree Journey
I began Mapletree in 2010 with a heartfelt vision: to create a space in Dubai where people could receive genuine, compassionate psychological careāand where clinicians could practice with the freedom and respect they deserve.
My path to psychology was anything but traditional. I first completed a Bachelor of Commerce with a major in finance, before going on to earn my Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation, and built a successful career in corporate finance. Yet my true passion was always understanding and helping people. That calling eventually led me back to my roots in Ottawa, my native town, where I completed my doctorate in clinical psychology and became a Canadian-licensed clinical psychologist.
When I moved to Dubai in 2010, I quickly recognized a real need for a warm, ethical, and supportive environment where therapy could truly flourish. Psychology was still developing in the region, and opening a private practice was far from straightforward. Still, with dedication and a deep belief in the value of quality care, I opened a small two-room practice in the Dubai DMCC Freezone in 2013.
From those early days, Mapletree has grown into a thriving private practice licensed by both the DHA and CDA. I have been intentional about creating a space where psychologists can work freely, without unnecessary administrative burdenāa calm, grounded environment where both clients and clinicians can grow and thrive.
Today, Mapletree brings together a team of highly trained and experienced clinicians who share my commitment to ethical, evidence-based psychotherapy. We work across multiple languages and cultures, united by a simple mission: to offer a place where people feel understood, supported, and empowered to live healthier, more meaningful lives.
As the world around us continues to change and evolve, I remain deeply committed to the simple vision that first inspired Mapletree. While new ideas, trends, and pressures inevitably come our way, we strive to stay grounded and thoughtful, focusing on what matters most: careful, ethical, and human-centered care. By staying rooted in these values, Mapletree remains a steady presence in Dubai, one that is guided by consistency, integrity, and genuine care.
Ā Ā ā Dr. Katerine LeMay, Clinical Psychologist & Founder, MapleTree Psychotherapy CenterĀ
Our Professional Values
Our Community Values
We strive to increase access to psychological support by offering affordable assessment and treatment options to the community. With sensitivity, compassion, care and genuine engagement with each person, we help clients build a secure and resilient sense of self and strengthen their connections with others.Ā
Our professional work is guided by the ethics, standards, and regulations set by the relevant authorities in Dubaiāincluding the Dubai Health Authority, the Community Development Authority, our home country licensing bodies, and the American Psychological Association. We remain mindful of how our own physical and mental well-being can influence our ability to support those we work with.
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We believe psychological services are most effective when tailored to the individual needs and goals of each client. We collaborate closely with clients, offering a variety of treatment approaches within an integrative framework, with the aim of fostering resilience, authenticity, and stronger relationships.
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