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Dr Fares Alharbi

Psychiatry Jeddah

Dr Fares Alharbi

10 years of experience

12,305+
Patients seen
10
Years in practice
5
Publications
2
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Dr Fares Alharbi at a glance

Dr Fares Alharbi is a Psychiatry practitioner based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, practising at Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital. Procedures focus on psychiatric evaluation, medication management, cbt session (45m), family therapy. Educated at Universidad de Sevilla (MD, 2012). Serves patients in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia and the surrounding area.

About

Dr Fares Alharbi is a highly qualified Consultant Psychiatrist and Addiction Medicine Specialist based in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. With extensive experience in the field of mental health, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive and compassionate care to patients facing a wide range of psychological challenges. His approach combines evidence-based medical treatments with therapeutic strategies to support long-term recovery and well-being.
He holds a distinguished academic and clinical background, having completed his residency training in psychiatry under the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties. Following this, Dr Alharbi pursued advanced international training, obtaining a Fellowship in Addiction Medicine from the University of Calgary in Canada. He is also actively involved in academic research and medical education, contributing to the development of future healthcare professionals.
In his clinical practice, Dr Alharbi specialises in the diagnosis and management of complex mental health conditions, including mood disorders, anxiety, and psychosis. He has a particular interest in addiction medicine, helping individuals overcome substance use disorders through tailored treatment plans. His expertise also extends to Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), ensuring a holistic approach to patient care.

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Dr Fares Alharbi

Education & training

  1. 2006–2012 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Universidad de Sevilla, Jeddah (SA)
  2. 2012–2016 Residency · Psychiatry
    Universitat de Barcelona, Jeddah (SA)

Career & appointments

  1. 2016-09–2017-08 Junior consultant
    Universidad de Sevilla Teaching Hospital — Psychiatry

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

SA — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
#SA-868237 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychiatry
#EB-6715C27B · issued 2017 · renewal 2027
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
Psychiatric evaluation 90791 1,706
Medication management 90833 1,373
CBT session (45m) 90834 2,010
Family therapy 90847 1,071

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 360.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 180.00 EUR
CBT session (45m) 90 min in_clinic 900.00 EUR
Family therapy 120 min in_clinic 1,440.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Fares Alharbi in consultation
IN OFFICE
Fares Alharbi with the team
WITH TEAM
Fares Alharbi at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 108s
Meet Fares Alharbi

Research & publications

h-index: 14 · i10: 9

  1. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Fares Alharbi, et al. · JAMA Psychiatry, 2026
    DOI: 10.2845/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 39393302 · cited by 15
  2. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across SA
    Fares Alharbi, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2025
    DOI: 10.1275/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 30187672 · cited by 157
  3. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychiatry
    Fares Alharbi, et al. · British Journal of Psychiatry, 2024
    DOI: 10.9986/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 37671426 · cited by 163
  4. Long-term follow-up of Psychiatry across SA
    Fares Alharbi, et al. · World Psychiatry, 2023
    DOI: 10.4890/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36328996 · cited by 49

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Psychiatry European Annual Congress (Psychiatry) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Psychiatry National Society Meeting · Jeddah · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Psychiatry — Jeddah · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • European Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2017
  • World Psychiatric Association — Member · Since 2017
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2017

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychiatry
  • Awareness When should you see a psychiatry?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · fares.alharbi@euroclinics.example

Location

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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Dr Fares Alharbi's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Dr Fares Alharbi treats, with the size of the national pool of Saudi Arabia doctors offering the same care.

Psychiatry

Mood, anxiety, sleep and psychotic disorders — diagnostic evaluation, medication management and therapy referral.

Dr Fares Alharbi is one of 322 psychiatry doctors indexed in Saudi Arabia. Browse psychiatry doctors in Saudi Arabia →

LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Jeddah matters

Medical practice in Saudi Arabia is governed by country-specific licensing, professional standards, and patient-safety regulations. Practitioners listed here are registered with the relevant Saudi Arabia medical authority and operate within national rules on scope of practice, prescribing rights, and continuing professional development. Care delivered in Jeddah carries the additional benefits of local language support, in-person follow-up, and direct coordination with regional hospitals and labs. A verified profile means EuroClinics has cross-checked the practitioner or clinic against an official source (national medical register, public licence database, or the practitioner themselves), and that the data shown here matches that source as of the last verification date above.

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Frequently asked questions

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  • What does Fares Alharbi specialise in?

    Fares Alharbi specialises in Psychiatry in Jeddah, SA.

  • What conditions does Fares Alharbi treat?

    Fares Alharbi treats conditions within Psychiatry. View the full conditions-treated list on the profile.

  • Where does Fares Alharbi practise?

    Fares Alharbi practises in Jeddah, SA. The profile page lists all practice addresses, phone numbers, and clinic affiliations.

  • What languages does Fares Alharbi speak?

    Fares Alharbi speaks English, Arabic.

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