Trust score 8/100
Ms Gopika Govindan
👤 13 years of experience
9,236+
Patients seen
13
Years in practice
8
Publications
5
Languages spoken
About
Ms. Gopika Govindan, a seasoned Clinical Psychologist licensed by the Dubai Health Authority, offers her expertise at LifeWorks Dubai through online appointments from her base in Cleveland, USA. With extensive training in the UK, India, and the UAE, including roles as Clinical Director for the Ghobash group of clinics and Senior Clinical Psychologist at Novomed Hospitals, Ms. Govindan brings a wealth of experience to her practice.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Bharathiar University, India, and completed further education in the UK, obtaining a Master’s degree in Clinical and Abnormal Psychology from Swansea University and an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from Kasturba Medical College, India. Additionally, she holds certifications in Neuro-Cognitive training from BrainRx, USA, and is trained in Dance Movement Therapy (UK) and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (USA).
Ms. Govindan's career began in 2009 with the NHS in the UK, where she provided support to individuals facing psychological difficulties. She also volunteered for the Dubai Health Authority's mental health project during the COVID-19 pandemic.
At LifeWorks, Ms. Govindan specializes in treating various mental health conditions, including addiction, depression, PTSD, and trauma. She creates a therapeutic environment based on judgment-free acceptance, trust, and empathy, guiding individuals on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
She holds a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Bharathiar University, India, and completed further education in the UK, obtaining a Master’s degree in Clinical and Abnormal Psychology from Swansea University and an MPhil in Clinical Psychology from Kasturba Medical College, India. Additionally, she holds certifications in Neuro-Cognitive training from BrainRx, USA, and is trained in Dance Movement Therapy (UK) and Neuro-Linguistic Programming (USA).
Ms. Govindan's career began in 2009 with the NHS in the UK, where she provided support to individuals facing psychological difficulties. She also volunteered for the Dubai Health Authority's mental health project during the COVID-19 pandemic.
At LifeWorks, Ms. Govindan specializes in treating various mental health conditions, including addiction, depression, PTSD, and trauma. She creates a therapeutic environment based on judgment-free acceptance, trust, and empathy, guiding individuals on a journey of self-discovery and healing.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Ms Gopika Govindan
Education & training
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2003–2009 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2009–2013 Residency · Psychology
Career & appointments
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2013-09–2014-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
AE — Organización Médica Colegial de España (OMC)
Board certifications
European Board of Psychology
Malpractice insurance:
Generali Healthcare · 2,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 63 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,793 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 1,081 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,838 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| New patient consultation (60m) | 60 min | in_clinic|telemed | 180.00 EUR |
| Follow-up consultation (30m) | 30 min | in_clinic|telemed|phone | 90.00 EUR |
| Vaccination administration | 30 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 15 · i10: 15
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Long-term follow-up of Psychology across AE
DOI: 10.1623/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 34898140 · cited by 63
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Validation of clinical scoring in Psychology
DOI: 10.2916/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 39605889 · cited by 13
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Long-term follow-up of Psychology across AE
DOI: 10.1340/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 30688390 · cited by 11
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Validation of clinical scoring in Psychology
DOI: 10.8988/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 36266997 · cited by 33
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Psychology European Annual Congress (Psychology) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Psychology National Society Meeting · Dubai · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Psychology — Dubai · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
Society memberships
- WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2014
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2014
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2014
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Psychology
- Awareness When should you see a psychology?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · gopika.govindan@euroclinics.example
Location
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Recent reviews
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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