Welcome to Alphobya
The mental health platform where nothing is off-limits.
This is the space where we drop the filters, the stigma, and get real about what’s going on in our minds.
Raw, honest, and sometimes uncomfortable — but always real.
Whether you’re struggling with anxiety that won’t quit, burnout that’s creeping in, phobias that hold you back, or just the weight of everyday life, you’re not alone.
At AlPhobya, we believe mental health deserves raw honesty and fearless conversation. Because mental health isn’t neat or polite — it’s messy, complicated, and deeply human. And that’s okay.
So let’s talk about it. Let’s name the monsters under the bed. Let’s break down the science, the feelings, the why and how of it all. Let’s build tools and strategies so you can feel more in control of your story.
Our Story
AlPhobya was born from frustration — with the silence, the shame, and the endless tiptoeing around mental health.
We’re mental health professionals, advocates, educators, and real people who’ve been on both sides of the struggle. We’ve sat in therapy rooms, in hospital waiting rooms, on bathroom floors at 2am. We’ve felt stuck, scared, numb, exhausted, hopeful, and everything in between.
And we know this: talking about it changes things. Understanding it changes things.
At AlPhobya, we’re committed to:
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Telling the Truth. We say the quiet parts out loud. We talk about topics others avoid — intrusive thoughts, trauma, phobias, self-harm urges, shame, and more — because silence is where stigma thrives.
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Educating Without Ego. We translate clinical knowledge into everyday language. No jargon, no condescension — just clear, evidence-based info you can actually use.
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Making Help Accessible. We know not everyone can afford therapy or finds it easy to access. We aim to bridge that gap with resources, affordable consultations, and soon, workshops.
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Creating Community. Healing happens in connection. Whether through our blog, workshops, or conversations, we’re building a space where you can feel seen and supported.
This is a platform for those who are ready to get real about mental health — even when it’s uncomfortable. Because that’s how change begins.
Who We Are
We are three individuals united by a shared passion: breaking the stigma around mental health. With different backgrounds but one mission, we’ve come together to create a space where conversations about wellbeing are open, honest, and accessible. Our goal is to raise awareness, share knowledge, and empower people to care for their minds just as they do their bodies.
Dr. Maged Fahmy
As a German Board-certified psychiatrist (2018), my practice focuses on treating patients aged 16 and above. Medical training was completed at Cairo University (MD, 2007), followed by senior roles at the Academic Teaching Euregio Hospital in Germany, including Consultant for Inpatient Psychiatry (2019–2022) and Senior Consultant for the Outpatient Clinic (2022–2023).
Expertise spans severe personality disorders, psychosis, dementia, depression, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, and addiction disorders. Subspecialties include Addiction Psychiatry, DBT/skills-based therapy, Traffic-Medical Investigation, Group Psychotherapy, and Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) for treatment-resistant depression.
As a member of the German Society for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, commitment is maintained to delivering evidence-based, patient-centered care.
Sirine El Banna
As a Clinical Psychologist with 16 years of experience, my work focuses on diagnosing, treating, and preventing mental health disorders across pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations. Expertise includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and behavior therapy, with a focus on conditions such as depression, anxiety, social phobia, OCD, panic attacks, and neurodevelopmental disorders. My career has spanned Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, and Qatar, working across hospitals, outpatient clinics, and private practice. Experience includes conducting individual and group therapy, diagnostic assessments, and workshops on stress management, mood problems, emotional eating, and child behavior. Additional training in addiction treatment and ACT complements this clinical work, alongside active involvement in community and parent support groups.
Licensed by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP) and the Lebanese Health Specialty for Clinical Psychology, a strong commitment is maintained to providing compassionate, evidence-based psychological care.
Raghad Burjaq
A Clinical Psychologist, having completed my undergraduate education at the University of Ottawa, Canada, and my graduate education at the University of Nottingham, UK. I am licensed by the Qatar Council for Healthcare Practitioners (QCHP) and have gained broad clinical and research experience across leading healthcare institutions. I have worked with diverse populations in both inpatient and outpatient settings, specializing in the assessment and treatment of anxiety disorders, depression, OCD, panic disorder, stress-related difficulties, self-esteem issues, and sleep disturbances. My expertise also includes psychological testing and diagnostic assessments, with a major focus on ADHD testing. I am experienced in clinical interviewing and in integrating evidence-based therapies, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT). Alongside my clinical practice, I have contributed to research on maternal mental health interventions and postpartum well-being. I am also actively involved in community outreach, conducting awareness sessions on mental health. Through my combined experience in clinical care, research, and community engagement, I am committed to advancing mental health awareness and delivering compassionate, evidence-based psychological care.
