Advance Your Career:
Join the iCareWellbeing
Therapist Network
A human-centric platform for licensed psychologists, counselors, and psychiatrists ready to make a global impact — from anywhere in the UAE or GCC.
Why Transition to Online Therapy?
The mental health landscape in the UAE and GCC is shifting fast. Licensed professionals are moving online not just for convenience — but for reach, impact, and sustainability. Research consistently shows that teletherapy produces comparable outcomes to in-person sessions for most conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship challenges.
Work from anywhere
Manage your own schedule and location. Serve clients across the UAE, GCC, and internationally — from a single device.
Focus on care, not admin
We handle marketing, client matching, booking logistics, and payment processing via Stripe. You keep your energy for your clients.
Professional community
Join a vetted network of experts who share a philosophy of empathy, transparency, and evidence-based care — not just referrals.
Ready to expand your reach?
It takes less than 10 minutes to submit your application.
What We Look For in a Practitioner
iCareWellbeing serves a diverse, multi-cultural community — from Emirati families to expats navigating life far from home. To maintain the standard our clients trust, we look for practitioners who bring more than credentials.
Licensing requirements
- Valid licensure from DHA, CDA, MOHAP, or DoH (HAAD)
- OR equivalent international boards: BPS, APA, BACP, EAPC, or national equivalents
- Minimum 2 years of post-qualification clinical experience
- Clean disciplinary record with your licensing body
- Active professional indemnity insurance (or willingness to obtain)
Professional qualities
- Human-centric approach — empathetic, culturally sensitive, non-judgmental
- Comfort with evidence-based modalities: CBT, DBT, EMDR, psychodynamic, etc.
- Tech-savvy — comfortable with secure video sessions and digital documentation
- Fluency in English; Arabic, Urdu, Hindi or other languages are a significant advantage
- Genuine alignment with our philosophy: accessible, transparent, stigma-free care
A note on our pricing philosophy: Our sessions start from 165 AED — significantly below the Dubai market average. This is intentional. We believe cost should never be the reason someone doesn't get help. When you join our network, you're committing to that same philosophy. In return, we handle all the operational overhead so you can maintain a full, sustainable practice without sacrificing your standard of care.
How the Application Process Works
We keep the process transparent because we respect your time. Here's exactly what happens from the moment you apply.
Initial Application (10 min)
Fill in your personal details, academic background, licensure information, clinical experience, and upload your key documents (CV, medical license, accreditation certificate, photograph). No cover letter needed.
Credentialing Review (5–10 business days)
Our clinical team independently verifies your license with the issuing body, reviews your documents, and screens for alignment with our community values. We'll notify you of the outcome by email.
Interview via WhatsApp
If you pass credentialing, we'll message you directly on WhatsApp to schedule a short (20–30 min) interview with our clinical lead. This is an open conversation — not an interrogation. We want to understand your practice philosophy and answer any questions you have.
Platform Orientation
A brief walkthrough of the booking system, session tools, calendar management, and our patient matching approach. Most practitioners are comfortable within a single session.
Go Live — Start Receiving Matches
Your profile goes live, and our matching algorithm starts connecting you with clients whose needs, language preferences, and schedules align with yours. Your first match typically arrives within the first week.
Built by Practitioners, for Practitioners
iCareWellbeing was founded on a simple insight: the mental health system shouldn't be this hard to navigate — for clients or for the professionals who serve them.
2,000+
Patients served since 2022
A growing, loyal client base actively seeking new therapist matches.
165 AED
Starting session rate
We make care accessible — meaning more clients can actually commit to consistent therapy.
24hr
Average match time
Our algorithm works fast. You spend less time waiting and more time practising.
What Every Therapist Should Know Before Going Online
Transitioning to a digital practice raises legitimate professional questions. Here's our honest take on the areas that matter most.
Informed consent in telehealth
Before every new client relationship, iCareWellbeing generates a digital consent form covering the nature of online therapy, its limitations, data storage, and emergency procedures. You retain a copy for your records.
Data privacy & HIPAA alignment
Sessions are conducted over encrypted video infrastructure. We don't record sessions. Client data is stored in compliance with UAE data protection regulations and follows HIPAA-aligned best practices.
Emergency protocol
Every onboarded therapist is briefed on our emergency escalation protocol for at-risk clients — including crisis resources in each emirate and how to coordinate with local emergency services remotely.
Supervision & CPD
We encourage and support ongoing professional development. While iCareWellbeing does not currently provide in-house supervision, we can connect practitioners with peer supervision groups within our network.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the questions we hear most from therapists considering joining.
What licenses does iCareWellbeing accept?
We accept practitioners holding valid licensure from the Dubai Health Authority (DHA), Community Development Authority (CDA), UAE Ministry of Health and Prevention (MOHAP), Abu Dhabi Department of Health (DoH/HAAD), as well as internationally recognised boards such as BPS, APA, BACP, and equivalent bodies. All licenses are independently verified during our credentialing process.
How does iCareWellbeing match therapists with clients?
Our matching algorithm considers your specialty, therapeutic modality (CBT, EMDR, psychodynamic, etc.), spoken languages, and availability. Clients answer an onboarding questionnaire and are matched within 24 hours. You are notified and can confirm or decline any match before a session is booked.
Can I set my own schedule and session fees?
Yes. You manage your own calendar and set your weekly availability. Session fees are agreed upon during onboarding and can be adjusted over time. iCareWellbeing handles payment collection through Stripe and remits earnings on a regular payout cycle.
How long does the vetting and onboarding process take?
After submitting your application and documents, our credentialing team typically completes the review within 5–10 business days. You'll receive an interview invitation via WhatsApp, followed by a short platform orientation. Most practitioners are live on the platform within two weeks of applying.
Do I need to have my own clients before joining?
No. iCareWellbeing actively markets to patients and generates client matches for you. Many of our practitioners join with zero existing digital clients and build a sustainable online caseload within their first two months on the platform.
What is the difference between online and in-person therapy for practitioners?
Online therapy eliminates commute time, clinic overhead, and geographic limitations. Research consistently shows comparable outcomes for most conditions. For practitioners, it means more flexibility, lower running costs, and the ability to serve clients across the UAE, GCC, and globally — all from a single device.
How does iCareWellbeing handle cancellations and no-shows?
Our platform enforces a 24-hour cancellation policy. Clients who cancel with less than 24 hours notice are charged a partial session fee, which is passed to the therapist. This protects your time and income from last-minute disruptions.
Ready to Grow Your Digital Practice?
Join a community of licensed mental health professionals making quality care accessible across the UAE and GCC. Applications take less than 10 minutes.
Questions? Email us at careers@icarewellbeing.com